KuCoin Launches New Point-of-Sale System to Enable Crypto Payments for Businesses
KuCoin, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has introduced a new point-of-sale (PoS) system that enables its users to make payments using their exchange balances. This new feature, known…
Apple Settles Siri Privacy Lawsuit for $95 Million
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that its Siri voice assistant inadvertently recorded private conversations. The settlement, which requires approval from US…
Celsius Challenges Court’s Rejection of $444M Claim in FTX Litigation
The defunct cryptocurrency lending platform Celsius has initiated an appeal against a judicial order that rejected its substantial financial claims in its bankruptcy proceedings. This move follows Judge John T.…
Nick Clegg Steps Down from Meta After Seven Years
Nick Clegg, Meta’s president of global affairs and a prominent voice in shaping the company’s policies, has announced his departure after seven years. Clegg shared the news on X and…
Binance Achieves 21st International Crypto License with Brazilian Authorization
Binance, the world’s foremost cryptocurrency exchange, has obtained its 21st international regulatory approval, this time from Banco Central do Brasil (BCB), the central bank of Brazil. This authorization is a…
Mexico Imposes New Tariffs That Could Affect E-Tailers Like Shein and Temu
Mexico’s new tariff policy is set to shake up the world of online shopping, with platforms like Shein and Temu potentially facing significant hurdles. Starting January 1, goods entering Mexico…
Decline in Crypto Theft: December Sees Lowest Losses of 2024
In the closing month of 2024, the digital asset community witnessed a significant reduction in financial losses due to scams, exploits, and hacks. December registered the lowest amount stolen all…
U.S. Crypto Executives Anticipate Clearer Regulations Under New Administration
With the imminent arrival of a new U.S. presidential administration and Congress, the digital asset industry is abuzz with expectations of potentially more accommodating regulatory frameworks. Key industry leaders are…
Terraform Co-founder Do Kwon Pleads Not Guilty in First US Court Appearance After Extradition
Do Kwon, the co-founder of Terraform Labs, appeared before a US magistrate on January 2, 2025, and pleaded not guilty to multiple charges related to the collapse of the Terra…
CNBC Launches CNBC+ Streaming Service with Tiered Pricing and Global Reach
CNBC has unveiled CNBC+, a new subscription-based streaming service offering business news and financial content tailored to its core audience. Priced at $14.99 per month or $99.99 annually, the service…
Trump and Republicans Incorrectly Attribute New Orleans Incident to Immigration Issues
President-elect Donald Trump and certain Congressional Republicans have incorrectly linked President Joe Biden’s immigration policies to a recent tragic attack in New Orleans, despite the perpetrator being a U.S. citizen.…
US Soldier Arrested for Allegedly Selling Stolen Phone Records in Hacking Case
Federal authorities have charged Cameron John Wagenius, a U.S. Army soldier, with selling stolen confidential phone records, linking him to a broader hacking operation that involved high-profile breaches. Arrested on…
US Sanctions Iran and Russia for Election Interference with AI Disinformation
The United States has sanctioned Iranian and Russian groups for attempting to interfere in the 2024 elections using disinformation campaigns powered by artificial intelligence. Announced Tuesday by the Treasury and…
Nvidia Adds $2 Trillion in Market Value in 2024
Nvidia surged to the forefront of market capitalization gains in 2024, with its value climbing over $2 trillion, driven by unprecedented demand for its AI-focused chips. The company’s market value…
ByteDance Reportedly Finding Loopholes to Acquire Nvidia Chips Despite U.S. Restrictions
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, reportedly plans to spend $7 billion on Nvidia AI chips in 2025. According to The Information, the move could position ByteDance as one of…
IRS Temporarily Suspends Automatic FIFO Rule for Crypto Transactions
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has provided temporary relief from a rule that would have automatically assigned a potentially disadvantageous accounting method for cryptocurrency holders on centralized exchanges. Previously,…
Hive Digital to Relocate Headquarters to Texas Amid Favorable Crypto Climate
Hive Digital Technologies, a prominent Bitcoin mining firm, announced on December 31 its plans to relocate its headquarters from Vancouver, Canada, to Texas, motivated by the incoming Trump administration’s supportive…
Las Vegas Explosion Near Trump Hotel Linked to Fireworks in Cybertruck, Leaves One Dead and Seven Injured
A Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas early New Year’s Day left one person dead and seven others injured, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD)…
Potential Conflicts Abound as Billionaires Populate Trump’s Administration
President-elect Donald Trump is assembling an administration filled with billionaires and industry magnates, a move that brings considerable business acumen but also a host of potential conflicts of interest. This…
Apple TV+ Offers Free Streaming This Weekend
Apple TV+ will be free to stream worldwide from January 3 to January 5, giving viewers a chance to explore its catalog of original series and films without a subscription.…