Chinese Tech Giants Push AI Innovation to Compete with U.S. Companies
China’s major tech firms are intensifying their efforts in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI), positioning themselves as competitors to established U.S. players like OpenAI, Google, and Meta. Chinese…
Solo Bitcoin Miner Claims $180,000 Reward by Solving Block Independently
In the competitive world of Bitcoin mining, a solo miner has managed to process a block on their own, securing a reward of approximately $180,000. This event underscores the significant…
Google Brings Back Archived Web Pages with Internet Archive
Google has begun incorporating links to the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine directly in its search results, providing users with access to archived versions of web pages. This update follows the…
Accenture Boosts Its Fintech and CBDC Portfolio by Investing in Emtech
Accenture, a leading global provider of information and financial technology services, has made a strategic investment in the fintech startup Emtech, which specializes in offering software-as-a-service solutions to central banks…
Google Partners with Holocene in $10 Million Carbon Capture Deal
Google has entered into a $10 million partnership with Holocene to support the advancement of direct-air capture (DAC) technology, which focuses on removing carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. As…
OpenAI Said to Target $150 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Round
OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with investors to raise $6.5 billion, valuing the company at $150 billion, according to a Bloomberg report. This substantial valuation marks a significant increase from…
OpenAI Unveils o1 Model That Can Fact-Check Itself
OpenAI has introduced its latest generative AI model family, code-named Strawberry, officially referred to as OpenAI o1. This release marks a significant development, with two versions available initially: o1-preview and…
86% of Web3 Professionals Confident in Crypto’s Future Despite Regulatory Concerns
Despite the regulatory uncertainties looming ahead of the 2024 US presidential election, Web3 professionals are displaying a strong sense of optimism about the industry’s future. According to a recent Consensys…
DOGS Token Achieves Record for Memecoin Adoption with 17 Million Users on The Open Network
The recently introduced Dogs token has set a new benchmark in memecoin history with what is possibly the largest token generation event (TGE) ever recorded. The token, which is part…
Swift Endorses Harris, Warns About AI Misuse After Trump’s Deepfake
Taylor Swift endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday, September 10, using the occasion to warn about the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in spreading misinformation during political campaigns.…
Cryptocurrency Influence in Upcoming US Presidential Election
Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin are expected to have a notable influence on the forthcoming United States presidential election. As more American investors engage with the crypto market, their concerns about…
Amazon Launches Beta for Audible Narrators to Use AI Voice Clones
Amazon is allowing a select group of Audible narrators to create AI-generated voice clones, giving them the potential to streamline audiobook production. The narrators will retain creative control over their…
Apple’s iPhone 16 Launch Event Recap: Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4, iOS 18 and more
Apple unveiled several new products and updates at its iPhone 16 launch event in Cupertino, showcasing the iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4, alongside software enhancements…
Bitcoin ETFs Experience $28.6 Million Inflows After Eight-Day Outflow Streak
United States-based spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) witnessed a significant turnaround on September 9, 2024, with net inflows totaling $28.6 million. This marked the end of an eight-day period characterized…
Crypto Super PAC Invests $660K in Massachusetts Senate Race as US Election Nears
The Commonwealth Unity Fund, a prominent political action committee (PAC) with strong backing from the cryptocurrency industry, has made significant financial contributions in the race for a United States Senate…
Google Loses $2.7 Billion Shopping Antitrust Case in EU’s Final Ruling
Google has suffered another significant legal blow in Europe, as the European Court of Justice (ECJ) upheld a €2.42 billion ($2.65 billion) fine over antitrust violations involving its shopping comparison…
Apple Ordered to Pay €13 Billion in Back Taxes to Ireland After EU Court Ruling
Apple has been ordered by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) to pay €13 billion ($14.4 billion) in back taxes to Ireland, marking the conclusion of a 10-year legal dispute…
FBI Reports $5.6 Billion in Cryptocurrency Fraud Losses for 2023
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has unveiled its report on cryptocurrency fraud for 2023, revealing that Americans lost a staggering $5.6 billion due to such schemes. This marks…
Polaris Dawn Sets Out for First-Ever Civilian Spacewalk
Polaris Dawn has officially launched, marking a historic step in civilian space exploration. On the morning of September 10, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from NASA’s Kennedy Space…
AMD prioritizes AI over high-end gaming graphics cards
AMD has shifted its focus toward AI chips, deprioritizing flagship gaming GPUs in favor of a broader business strategy. The company’s new approach will merge its RDNA gaming graphics and…