Google’s AI Ad Faces Backlash Over Tone-Deaf Messaging
Google’s recent Olympics-themed AI advertisement has stirred significant controversy, drawing criticism for its perceived insensitivity and misalignment with genuine human experiences. The ad, which aired during the Olympics broadcast, showcases…
OpenAI Rolls Out Advanced Voice Mode for ChatGPT to Select Users
OpenAI has begun rolling out an advanced Voice Mode for ChatGPT, designed to enhance the user experience with more natural, real-time conversations. Starting today, July 31, a select group of…
Artists File Lawsuit Against SEC to Clarify NFTs’ Status as Securities
Two artists have initiated a lawsuit against the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to establish whether non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are subject to the commission’s jurisdiction. This legal action…
Fisker Faces Potential Liquidation as Heights Capital Seeks Chapter 7
Fisker, an electric vehicle (EV) startup, is at a critical juncture in its bankruptcy proceedings, with its primary secured lender, Heights Capital Management, playing a central role. The main issue…
U.S. Government Possesses $12 Billion in Bitcoin, Reports Arkham Intelligence
The United States government currently stands as the largest geopolitical holder of Bitcoin, maintaining control over approximately 183,000 units of this decentralized digital currency. As per the latest market values,…
Coinbase Takes Custody Role for Australia’s New Bitcoin ETF
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is reinforcing its global presence in the Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) market by becoming a custody partner for a new Bitcoin ETF in Australia. The DigitalX Bitcoin…
Chainlink Integration Enhances Transparency for 21Shares’ Ether ETF
21Shares has integrated Chainlink’s proof-of-reserve (PoR) system into its Core Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF), aiming to bolster transparency and trust in its crypto offerings. Enhancing Trust Through Proof-of-Reserves As one…
Elon Musk Shares Doctored Kamala Harris Video on X, Sparking AI Concerns
Elon Musk recently shared a doctored video of Vice President Kamala Harris on his social media platform, X. The video, which has been modified using AI, includes a deepfake voiceover…
Bitcoin and Gold Poised for Significant Breakout as ‘Macro Summer’ Commences — Analyst
Bitcoin and gold might be gearing up for a major price breakout as macroeconomic conditions show signs of improvement. ‘Macro Summer’ and Its Implications Raoul Pal, founder and CEO of…
Australia Could Become New Base for SpaceX’s Starship Landings
SpaceX is in discussions with officials from the United States and Australia to gain approval for landing and recovering one of its Starship rockets off the Australian coast. This potential…
Ethereum ETF Launch Spurs $2.2 Billion Inflows, Reports CoinShares
The recent introduction of spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States has triggered one of the most significant inflows to Ethereum (ETH) since December 2022. Surge in Inflows…
NFTs on Track for Lowest Monthly Sales Since November 2023
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are on course to record their lowest monthly sales volume since November 2023, according to recent data. Current Sales Figures As of July 29, data tracker CryptoSlam…
Typo on AMD Ryzen 9000 Processors Causes Recall
AMD has delayed the launch of its Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, initially scheduled for July 31, because of a surprising issue—a typo on the chips themselves. The mislabelling involves the…
Apple Debuts Apple Intelligence in iOS 18.1 Developer Beta
Apple has introduced its initial set of Apple Intelligence features as part of the iOS 18.1 developer beta, now available for testing. This rollout also includes betas for iPadOS 18.1…
Trump Indicates Likely Debate with Kamala Harris, but Questions Its Necessity
Donald Trump on Monday seemed to waver on his earlier commitment to debating Vice President Kamala Harris. In a Fox News Channel interview, Trump suggested he would “probably” participate in…
Apple Turns to Google Chips for AI Models, Leaves Nvidia Behind
Apple’s recent research paper revealed that the company is not using Nvidia GPUs to train its AI models, opting instead for chips designed by Alphabet’s Google. This marks a significant…
University of Wyoming Launches Bitcoin Research Institute
The University of Wyoming is gearing up for the launch of the UW Bitcoin Research Institute this August. This new initiative aims to enhance the quality and quantity of academic…
Tesla Warns Against Wet Towel Charging Trick
Tesla has issued a warning to its customers about the “wet towel” trick, a popular but potentially dangerous practice used during the charging process at Supercharger stations. This advisory comes…
Wall Street Monitors Temu and Shein’s Big Impact on American Tech Market
Temu and Shein, two discount shopping apps, have gained traction in the U.S. through aggressive online marketing and offering low-cost products directly from China. Their success, along with TikTok Shop…
Harris Campaign Aims to Repair Democratic Party Ties with Crypto Sector
In a strategic move to mend relations with the cryptocurrency sector, advisers to United States Vice President Kamala Harris have initiated outreach efforts to leading crypto companies. This initiative is…