Court Permits FTC to Pursue Antitrust Case Against Amazon
A federal judge has allowed the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to proceed with its antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, according to a newly unsealed order. However, some claims under state laws…
Trump Forms Latter-Day Saints Coalition to Strengthen Support Among Battleground Voters
Former President Donald Trump has announced the formation of a “Latter-Day Saints for Trump” coalition just weeks before Election Day. This strategic move aims to bolster support among a crucial…
Noise Pollution from Bitcoin Mining Sparks Health Crisis in Texas Town
Bitcoin mining has often faced criticism for its excessive electricity consumption and minimal societal benefits. However, a recent lawsuit in Texas has highlighted another concern: the negative impact of cryptocurrency…
DOJ Says Fisker Recall Payment Plan Violates Safety Law
The U.S. Department of Justice has determined that Fisker, the bankrupt electric vehicle (EV) startup, cannot require owners to pay for labor costs associated with recall repairs, according to a…
US Agency Warns Against Crypto-Hungry Trinity Ransomware
A United States government agency has issued a warning regarding Trinity ransomware, a malicious threat known for extorting cryptocurrency from its victims in exchange for not leaking sensitive data accessed…
Tesla’s Head of Vehicle Programs Joins Waymo Ahead of Robotaxi Launch
Tesla has lost a key executive to Waymo just days before unveiling its robotaxi. Daniel Ho, Tesla’s former head of vehicle programs and new product integration, has joined Waymo as…
TON-Based Wallet Drainer Shuts Down, Eyes Bitcoin
A wallet drainer operating on The Open Network (TON) recently announced its closure and directed users to a different crypto-draining service. On October 7, Scam Sniffer, a Web3 anti-scam solution,…
Bankruptcy Judge Greenlights FTX’s Liquidation Plan
In a significant development for users of the defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX, United States Bankruptcy Judge John Dorsey has sanctioned a plan that allows the company to wind down its…
Tesla’s Long-Awaited Robotaxi to be Revealed on Thursday
Tesla is gearing up for its highly anticipated Robotaxi reveal, set to take place Thursday at Warner Bros. Discovery’s movie studio in Burbank, California. This event, titled “We, Robot,” promises…
Elizabeth Warren and John Deaton Set for Two October Debates
Massachusetts news outlets are reporting that Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren and Republican candidate John Deaton will debate each other twice before the 2024 election, on October 15 and October 17.…
NFTs Weekly Sales Volumes Hit Highest Level Since August
Weekly sales volumes of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have surged, reaching the highest levels since August after experiencing a period of lagging sales amid a broader market downturn. According to data…
Judge Orders Google to Open Play Store to Rivals
A U.S. court has ordered Google to open its Play Store to competitors following a permanent injunction issued by Judge James Donato. This decision is part of the ongoing antitrust…
Bitcoin Miners Show Mixed Performance in September Amid Market Volatility
Reports from Bitcoin miners in September reveal a diverse performance landscape as the sector adapts to ongoing market volatility. Expanding Operations and Technological Integration While companies like Hut 8 and…
Trump Marks 7 October Anniversary and Criticizes ‘Weak’ Biden and Harris
On the first anniversary of the October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks, former President Donald Trump held a commemoration at his golf resort in Miami, referring to the date as “one…
Banks and Tech Firms Clash Over Fraud Compensation in the UK
Tensions between banks and tech companies in the UK are escalating over who should bear the financial burden of online fraud compensation. Beginning October 7, UK banks are required to…
DHS Says It Thwarted More Than 500 Crypto Ransom Attacks in 3 Years
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reported significant success in combating ransomware cyberattacks, claiming to have disrupted hundreds of attacks, often before they occurred, and seized billions…
Smart Contract Blockchains Will Become Less Cypherpunk, Says VC Leader
The foundational “cypherpunk” values that initially inspired the development of smart contract platforms are likely to diminish over the next decade, according to Jesse Walden, managing partner of Variant Fund.…
Bitcoin ‘Still the Best-Performing Asset’ After Weak Q3
Bitcoin continues to be the top-performing asset in 2024, even after experiencing a “seasonally weak” third quarter, according to a report from the New York Digital Investment Group (NYDIG). During…
New Ethereum Proposal Aims to Increase Throughput by 50%
A recently introduced Ethereum Improvement Proposal (EIP) seeks to significantly enhance the performance of the Ethereum network by reducing block times by 33% and boosting overall data capacity. Developers claim…
Tether Teases USDT Documentary on 10th Anniversary
On its 10th anniversary, stablecoin issuer Tether announced plans to release a documentary highlighting the impact of USDT on combating inflation. The upcoming film aims to showcase the benefits of…