MIT Unveils Soft Robotic Gripper for Automated Grocery Packing
MIT’s CSAIL department has unveiled RoboGrocery, a soft robotic system designed to bag groceries using computer vision and a soft robotic gripper. This system is a notable advancement in the…
Coinbase to Custody Digital Assets for US Marshals Service
The United States Marshals Service (USMS) has selected Coinbase Prime, the institutional investing arm of Coinbase, to manage the custody of certain digital assets. In a notice released on July…
YouTube Now Accepts Requests to Remove AI-Generated Content Using Your Face or Voice
YouTube now allows users to request the removal of AI-generated content that simulates their face or voice. This policy, quietly rolled out in June, is part of YouTube’s expanded privacy…
In 2024, President Biden revoked eight licenses for China’s Huawei.
The Biden administration has revoked eight licenses this year that had previously allowed some companies to ship goods to Chinese telecoms equipment giant Huawei. This action, first reported by Reuters,…
Vitalik Buterin Proposes Faster Ethereum Transactions with Single-Slot Finality
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is aiming to significantly accelerate transaction times on the Ethereum network. In a blog post published on June 30, titled “Epochs and Slots All the Way…
Government Movements in Cryptocurrency: German and U.S. Actions Highlighted
Recent actions by the governments of Germany and the United States have placed them at the forefront of cryptocurrency management discussions. These countries have actively moved significant amounts of cryptocurrency,…
Meta’s Consent or Pay Model May Face Charges for Violating EU’s Digital Markets Act
Meta is under scrutiny by the European Union for violating the Digital Markets Act (DMA), following a recent investigation. This investigation, which also includes Apple and Google’s parent company Alphabet,…
Bitcoin Hashrate Drawdown Dips to December 2022 Levels
The Bitcoin hashrate drawdown, a crucial metric measuring dips in the relative computing power of the Bitcoin network, has declined to levels not seen since December 2022, following the collapse…
Historical Trends Suggest Potential Bitcoin Recovery in July
Despite experiencing a 7% decline in June, Bitcoin may be poised for a strong rebound in July, continuing a pattern observed in previous years. Historical data from Coinglass, which has…
Meta Adjusts AI Labels for Photos After Backlash
Meta is revising its labeling for AI-generated images after facing widespread complaints from photographers about the previous “Made with AI” labels. The update, prompted by user feedback, will change the…
NASA and Boeing Assure: Starliner Crew Will Return Safely Despite Extended ISS Stay
NASA and Boeing officials have confirmed that astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) are not stranded, despite the Starliner spacecraft’s ongoing thruster issues which have extended their stay. Engineers…
Bitfarms Mined 21% More Bitcoin in June Amid Riot Takeover Attempts
Bitcoin miner Bitfarms increased its month-on-month Bitcoin production by 21% in June while defending against a takeover attempt by Riot Platforms, one of its main competitors. In June, Bitfarms mined…
Microsoft consolidates its retail channels in China
SHANGHAI – In response to recent media reports, Microsoft announced its decision to consolidate its retail channels in mainland China. This strategic move reflects the company’s ongoing assessment of its…
SEC Files Lawsuit Against FTX-Linked Bank, Alleging Fraud
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken legal action against Silvergate Capital Corporation, the parent company behind a crypto-friendly bank accused of facilitating fraud at the now-defunct…
Ether Investment Products Experience Largest Outflows Since 2022
Ethereum exchange-traded products faced a challenging end to June, recording the highest outflows since August 2022. According to CoinShares’ weekly analysis, investors withdrew $61 million from Ether investment products between…
Intel’s upcoming CPUs will no longer support DDR4 memory.
Intel is eagerly preparing to launch its highly anticipated next-generation Arrow Lake CPUs later this year, with a significant change that is sure to spark interest among tech enthusiasts. According…
Twitch Honors Top Streamers with New ‘Bleed Purple Statue’
Twitch has unveiled the “Bleed Purple Statue,” a new form of physical recognition for its streamers, announced during Twitchcon Europe 2024 in Rotterdam. These awards, part of the Twitch Streamer…
Detroit Implements New Limits on Police Use of Facial Recognition Technology
The Detroit Police Department, under the terms of a recent legal settlement, has established strict new policies on the use of facial recognition technology. This agreement, designed to serve as…
Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts to Earn $32 per Hour Under New Law
Starting August 15, Massachusetts rideshare drivers will receive a minimum hourly wage of $32.50 and additional benefits, following a settlement between the state and companies Uber and Lyft. This agreement…
Decrease in Crypto Hacking Incidents: June Sees a 54.2% Reduction in Losses
June witnessed a significant decline in the financial impact of cryptocurrency hacks, with losses plummeting by 54.2% compared to the previous month. This marked reduction highlights a shift in the…