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Lip-Bu Tan Steps Down from Intel Board Amid Strategic Challenges

Intel has announced the resignation of Lip-Bu Tan, a seasoned veteran of the semiconductor industry, from its board of directors. Tan, who joined Intel’s board in September 2022 to assist…

Neuralink Second Patient Reports No Retraction Issues

Neuralink has reported positive progress in its early human trials, with no thread retraction observed in the brain implant of its second patient, named Alex. This marks a significant improvement…

Tesla Recalls 9,136 Model X SUVs Over Roof Adhesion Issue

Tesla is recalling 9,136 Model X SUVs from 2016 due to a potential issue with the roof that could increase the risk of a crash. This recall is notable because,…

Bitfarms Secures $125 Million Acquisition of Stronghold Digital Mining

Bitfarms, a prominent player in the Bitcoin mining sector, has announced its acquisition of Stronghold Digital Mining for approximately $125 million, a deal that includes the assumption of about $50…

Kamala Harris’s Campaign Indicates Support for Crypto Industry Growth

In a recent update from the Harris campaign, an aide to Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has articulated a supportive stance towards the digital asset industry. Brian Nelson, a senior…

Hackers Net $700K from McDonald’s Instagram Account by Promoting Grimace Memecoin

On August 21, the official Instagram account of McDonald’s fell victim to a sophisticated scam operation that leveraged the fast-food giant’s social media influence to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency. The…

Starliner or Dragon: NASA to Announce Astronaut Return Decision on Saturday

NASA will announce on Saturday, August 24 whether astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams will return to Earth aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft or use SpaceX’s Dragon capsule instead. This decision…

JBL Upgrades Wireless Earbuds with Larger Touchscreen and Audio Transmission

JBL has unveiled an enhanced version of its wireless earbuds, the JBL Tour Pro 3, featuring a significantly larger touchscreen on its charging case. The new model boasts a 1.57-inch…

Ford Ends Electric SUV Project, Delays Futuristic Truck

Ford has announced the cancellation of its electric three-row SUV and the delay of its highly anticipated futuristic electric truck, signaling a strategic shift in its approach to vehicle electrification.…

Amazon and Flipkart Face Allegations of Predatory Pricing in India

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has accused Amazon and other e-commerce firms of engaging in predatory pricing practices, which he believes are disrupting millions of traditional retail stores in the…

YouTube Expands Partnership with Shopify to Compete with TikTok Shop

YouTube is stepping up its competition with TikTok Shop by expanding its partnership with Shopify, significantly broadening the YouTube Shopping affiliate program. This expansion, announced on Tuesday, August 20, allows…

Governor Mark Gordon Announces Potential 2025 Launch for Wyoming’s Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin

At the recent Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, Governor Mark Gordon showcased the state’s commitment to blockchain innovation and detailed the forthcoming plans for a state-issued dollar-pegged stablecoin, projected for an early…

Microsoft Expands Accessible Gaming with Xbox Adaptive Joystick

Microsoft has unveiled a new addition to its accessibility-focused gaming hardware lineup with the introduction of the Xbox Adaptive Joystick, set to launch in early 2025 for $29.99. This wired…

The Return of the ‘jaredfromsubway’ MEV Bot: Enhanced Attacks on DeFi Protocols

The infamous maximal extractable value (MEV) bot known as “jaredfromsubway.eth” has resurfaced with upgraded capabilities, poised to execute more sophisticated “sandwich” attacks within decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystems. This automated trading…

JD Vance Discusses Trump’s Efforts to Secure RFK Jr.’s Endorsement

In a recent interview, Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance highlighted former President Donald Trump’s active efforts to secure an endorsement from independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Despite these…

ElevenLabs Takes Reader App Worldwide with 32 Supported Languages

ElevenLabs, a startup focused on developing AI-powered tools for creating and editing synthetic voices, has globally launched its text-to-speech app, Reader, expanding its availability to support 32 languages. Initially launched…

AMD Issues Microcode Update for Ryzen 3000 CPUs After Sinkclose Controversy

AMD has unexpectedly reversed its initial decision and released a microcode update to address the Sinkclose security flaw in older Ryzen 3000 CPUs. This follows the company’s earlier announcement that…

Ryan Salame Attempts to Withdraw Guilty Plea Over Alleged Broken Promise by Prosecutors

Former FTX executive Ryan Salame is contesting his guilty plea related to felony charges of campaign finance and money-transmitting violations. On August 21, Salame filed a petition for a “writ…

Polymarket Predicts High Probability of RFK Jr. Exiting Presidential Race Ahead of Speech

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reportedly poised to exit the 2024 United States presidential race, with an announcement expected during a live broadcast from Phoenix on August…

El Salvador Initiates Bitcoin Certification Program for Government Employees

El Salvador, known for its progressive stance on cryptocurrency, has embarked on an ambitious project to enhance its public sector’s understanding of Bitcoin. The National Bitcoin Office (ONBTC) has launched…