AI News Anchors Debut in Venezuela to Shield Journalists from Crackdown
Venezuela’s latest attempt to protect journalists amid ongoing government crackdowns involves using artificial intelligence (AI) news anchors to deliver headlines. Named “El Pana” and “La Chama,” these AI-generated figures were…
Netherlands considers ASML’s interests in potential China export rules
The Dutch government is considering the economic interests of ASML when evaluating potential restrictions on the export of its computer chip-making equipment to China, according to Dutch Prime Minister Dick…
Significant Financial Losses as Mbappé’s Hacked X Account Fuels $460M Crypto Scam
Traders experienced substantial financial losses following the hacking of soccer superstar Kylian Mbappé’s X account on August 29, which was used to promote a deceptive cryptocurrency scheme. This incident underscores…
Vitalik Buterin and Ethereum Foundation Detail 2023 Spending Amid Community Queries
In response to growing inquiries from the Ethereum community, Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, along with spokesperson Josh Stark, provided a comprehensive overview of the Ethereum Foundation’s financial allocations for…
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Charged in France Over Criminal Activity Allegations
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has been formally charged by French prosecutors with enabling criminal activities on the messaging platform Telegram. The charges include facilitating organized crime, drug trafficking, fraud, and…
TON Blockchain Restored After Temporary Outage Due to DOGS Airdrop
The Open Network (TON) blockchain has successfully resumed its normal operations after a temporary halt in block production. The disruption, which lasted several hours, was attributed to high network congestion…
TON Society Calls for Immediate Release of Pavel Durov in Open Letter to French Authorities
The Open Network Society (TON), an independent group advocating for the TON community, has issued a forceful open letter to French authorities demanding the immediate release of Pavel Durov, co-founder…
French Government Sites Hit by Cyberattacks Amid Controversial Arrest
Multiple French government websites have been disrupted due to a denial of service (DDoS) attack, with suspicion falling on a Russian hacker group. This cyber onslaught has impacted several key…
European Union Cuts Tariffs on China-Made Tesla EVs and Other Chinese Vehicles
The European Union announced on Tuesday that it would significantly reduce the planned tariffs on electric vehicles imported from China, offering a notable decrease for Tesla’s China-made EVs. Initially set…
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Taken into Custody in France
Telegram CEO and founder Pavel Durov was arrested on Saturday evening at France’s Bourget airport as he exited his private jet, according to reports from French television network TF1 and…
Nothing CEO Mandates Full Return to Office for All Employees
Nothing, the British tech company behind popular smartphones and earbuds, has announced a new work policy requiring all employees to return to the office five days a week. CEO Carl…
Infineon Settles Qimonda Legal Dispute for $837 Million
Infineon Technologies AG, a German chipmaker, has agreed to pay 753.5 million euros ($837.21 million) to settle a long-standing legal dispute with Qimonda AG’s insolvency administrator. This settlement concludes a…
China Slams EU Tariffs on Electric Vehicles, Pledges Defense of Its Industry
China has strongly criticized the European Union’s recent decision to impose tariffs on electric vehicle (EV) imports, labeling the move as unfair and pledging to take necessary steps to defend…
Vitalik Buterin’s Pluralistic Vision and Its Potential to Transform Blockchain Governance
Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, has recently emphasized the significance of pluralistic philosophy in enhancing collaboration and decision-making across various sectors, including blockchain technology, social media, and local governance.…
German BaFin Regulator Intensifies Crackdown on Unauthorized Crypto ATMs
On August 20, Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) announced a significant enforcement action against cryptocurrency ATMs across the country. In a coordinated effort with the Federal Criminal Police Office,…
Opera One Expands to iOS with AI Features and Mobile Optimization
Opera has expanded its AI-driven web browser, Opera One, to iOS devices. Originally launched for desktop, Opera One focuses on generative AI features and is now available for users on…
Ikea Expands AI-Powered Drones to U.S. Warehouses
Ikea is advancing its technology in warehouse operations by introducing AI-upgraded stock-counting drones to the United States. The Swedish furniture giant announced that these autonomous drones will soon be deployed…
Google Expands AI Overviews Feature to Six New Countries
Google is expanding its AI Overviews feature, which summarizes complex questions at the top of traditional search results, to six additional countries: India, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, and the United…
UK Approves Amazon for Prime Air Drone Delivery Trial
Amazon is set to participate in a new trial in the United Kingdom to expand the use of drones for commercial deliveries. The country’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) announced that…
Apple Opens Up NFC Access to Third-Party Developers
Apple is expanding access to its NFC (near field communication) capabilities, allowing third-party developers to integrate contactless payment and other NFC-based functionalities into their apps. Starting with the release of…