SoundCloud Launches Platform for Artists to Create and Sell Merch
SoundCloud has launched a new merchandise marketplace called the SoundCloud Store, marking its entry into the merchandising space. This store will not only feature SoundCloud-themed items but will also serve…
Coinbase Executive Calls for Comprehensive Overhaul of Canadian Crypto Regulations
At the Blockchain Futurist Conference held on August 13, Lucas Matheson, Coinbase’s Country Director for Canada, highlighted the current state of digital asset regulation in Canada and advocated for the…
Coinbase Launches Cryptocurrency Services in Hawaii
Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has officially expanded its operations to Hawaii. This strategic move allows Hawaiian residents to engage in buying, selling, and managing digital assets seamlessly. The expansion…
Foxconn Surpasses Profit Expectations Amid AI Server Boom
Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics manufacturer and a key supplier for Apple, reported a stronger-than-expected 6% increase in quarterly net profit, fueled by the surging demand for AI servers.…
Judge Vows to Tear Down Barriers in Google Play Store Monopoly
Judge James Donato has made it clear that Google will face consequences for its Android app store’s monopolistic practices, following a federal jury’s ruling eight months ago in the Epic…
Crypto.com Secures Official Partnership with UEFA Champions League
Crypto.com has marked a significant milestone by becoming the first cryptocurrency platform to establish an exclusive partnership with the UEFA Champions League. This groundbreaking multiyear agreement positions the centralized crypto…
Trump’s Economic Address Diverges into Critiques of Harris, Biden, and More
Former President Donald Trump‘s recent speech, intended to focus on economic plans, shifted into a series of critiques targeting President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other political figures.…
Instagram Fails to Address Hate Speech Against Female Politicians
Instagram is facing criticism for its failure to remove hate speech directed at female politicians as the 2024 election approaches, according to a report released by the Center for Countering…
Threads May Soon Allow Users to Post Content With a 24-Hour Lifespan
Meta is working on a new feature for its Threads platform that could introduce disappearing posts, offering users a way to make their posts, along with all replies, vanish after…
Grayscale Initiates Investment Fund for MakerDAO Governance Token
On August 13, Grayscale Investments, the world’s leading cryptocurrency asset manager, announced the launch of a new investment fund targeting MakerDAO’s governance token, MKR. This development underscores Grayscale’s ongoing efforts…
Activation of Mt. Gox’s Suspected $2.1 Billion BTC Wallet Managed by Bitgo
A significant movement has been detected in a Bitcoin wallet associated with the defunct cryptocurrency exchange, Mt. Gox. This wallet, suspected to be managed by Bitgo, initiated a test transaction…
Safari, Chrome, Firefox Vulnerable to New Security Threat
A critical security flaw has been identified in three of the most widely used web browsers—Apple’s Safari, Google’s Chrome, and Mozilla’s Firefox—posing a significant risk of data breaches. The vulnerability,…
Google Introduces AI-Powered Features at Made by Google 2024 Event
Google’s recent Made by Google 2024 event introduced several AI-driven features for its Pixel 9 devices, though some of these innovations might have flown under the radar amidst the numerous…
Made by Google 2024: New Pixel 9 Phones, AI-Powered Features, and More
Google’s Made by Google 2024 event has wrapped up, bringing a slew of announcements that emphasize the company’s focus on AI integration across its devices and services. This year’s event,…
Texas Judge Who Owns Tesla Shares Recuses from X’s Advertiser Case
U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor has stepped down from overseeing X’s antitrust lawsuit against several major advertisers, just days after a report revealed that he owns stock in Tesla, the…
New York Financial Authority Seeks Specialist for Crypto and AI Policy Development
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) is actively searching for a specialist to enhance its approach to the ever-evolving fields of cryptocurrencies, decentralized finance (DeFi), and artificial…
Apple Wins Confidentiality Battle in India’s Antitrust Case
India’s antitrust authority, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), has taken the rare step of recalling two investigative reports concerning Apple’s alleged breaches of competition law. This move follows a…
Vice President Kamala Harris Likely to Extend Biden’s Strict Cryptocurrency Policies
Vice President Kamala Harris appears set to perpetuate the Biden administration’s firm regulatory approach to cryptocurrencies. With her recent selection of economic advisers, Harris indicates a continuation of a stringent…
Canadian Cryptocurrency Exchange Misused $9.5 Million in Bitcoin and Ether
The Canadian cryptocurrency trading platform, ezBtc, and its founder, David Smillie, are at the center of a significant scandal involving the misappropriation of approximately 13 million Canadian dollars ($9.5 million)…
Score, the Dating App Focused on Credit Health, Shuts Down After Six Months
Score, a dating app designed for individuals with good to excellent credit, officially shut down in early August, according to the company’s confirmation to TechCrunch. Initially launched as a temporary,…