New Robotic Hand Crawls Like a Spider While Picking Up Items
Researchers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have unveiled a robotic hand capable of both crawling and picking up objects simultaneously. Designed to detach from its arm and…
Mark Zuckerberg Surpasses Jeff Bezos as World’s Second Richest Person
Mark Zuckerberg has ascended to become the world’s second-richest person, surpassing Jeff Bezos according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. On Thursday, Zuckerberg’s net worth reached an impressive $206.2 billion, eclipsing…
Banks to Join SWIFT Digital Asset Trials in 2025
Banks across North America, Europe, and Asia are gearing up to participate in upcoming trials involving digital assets organized by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT). On October…
UK City Minister Advocates for Blockchain-Based Gilts Despite Government Concerns
Tulip Siddiq, the United Kingdom’s city minister, is advocating for the introduction of blockchain-based gilts, a form of government bond issued using blockchain technology. This initiative aims to modernize the…
Tesla and Chinese Automakers Face Increased EU Tariffs on EV Imports
The European Commission plans to impose additional tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) imported from China, in response to an anti-subsidy investigation. These tariffs, set to supplement the EU’s standard 10%…
US Trading App Robinhood Introduces ‘Crypto Transfers’ Feature in Europe
Robinhood, the popular trading app in the United States, is expanding its cryptocurrency services in Europe by enabling customers to deposit and withdraw crypto through external platforms. This new feature…
UK Crypto ATM Operator Admits Guilt to Fraud and Money Laundering Charges
The owner of a cryptocurrency ATM network in the United Kingdom has pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to the illegal operation of his business, including fraud and money laundering.…
Europe prepares to decide on new tariffs for Chinese electric vehicle imports
The European Union is set to vote on October 4 to decide whether to impose tariffs as high as 45% on imported electric vehicles (EVs) manufactured in China, according to…
Vitalik Buterin Proposes Metrics to Measure ‘Ethereum Alignment’
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has put forth a proposal to develop a set of metrics aimed at assessing how “aligned” various projects are with the core values of Ethereum. In…
Judge Refuses Apple’s Plea for Extra Time in Epic Document Submission
Judge Thomas S. Hixson has rejected Apple’s last-minute request to delay its deadline in a legal dispute with Epic Games, according to The Verge. Apple had been ordered to produce…
Dutch Regulator Issues Warning on Cryptocurrency Pump-and-Dump Risks Ahead of MiCA Regulation
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has issued a warning regarding the risks associated with cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes as new regulations loom on the horizon. With the implementation…
Google Maps Cracks Down on Businesses Posting Fake Reviews
Google Maps has ramped up its efforts to tackle fake reviews on its platform by introducing new restrictions and warnings for business profiles involved in such activity. Businesses that violate…
Disney+ Crackdown on Account Sharing Now in Effect in the US
Disney has announced a new measure aimed at limiting password sharing among its streaming service subscribers, introducing a “Paid Sharing” feature. This comes as part of the company’s broader strategy…
Temporary Restriction Imposed on Wallet in Telegram App for UK Users Amidst Restructuring
The Wallet in Telegram app, a popular third-party service, will face a temporary suspension for users in the United Kingdom due to recent restructuring efforts that have integrated the service…
Hackers Exploit Email Auto-Reply Feature to Stealthily Mine Cryptocurrency
Cybersecurity experts have unveiled a new method by which hackers are infiltrating systems to conduct stealthy cryptocurrency mining. This technique exploits the automated email reply feature commonly used in business…
Kosovo Receives Expert Training from Council of Europe on Cryptocurrency Crime Tracing
In a significant move to enhance its financial literacy in the burgeoning field of cryptocurrency, Kosovo is actively participating in a specialized workshop aimed at tackling the complexities associated with…
Societe Generale-FORGE Collaborates with Bitpanda to Advance Euro Stablecoin in Preparation for MiCA Regulation
Societe Generale, a global banking giant, has announced a strategic partnership with Bitpanda, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, to facilitate the integration of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins into the mainstream financial ecosystem.…
Kraken Expands European Footprint with Acquisition of Dutch Broker BCM
Kraken, the prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has made another strategic acquisition aimed at bolstering its expansion efforts across Europe. The company recently announced the successful closing of its acquisition of Coin…
Ireland Looks to MiCA Regulations to Democratize Finance with Crypto
The European Union (EU) has emerged as a pioneering force in the global regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, being one of the first regions to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for…