Google Translate Uses AI to Add 110 Languages
Google Translate has significantly improved its ability to learn new languages, thanks to generative AI. On Thursday, June 27, Google announced that its Translate tool now supports 110 new languages,…
Ethereum Experiences Continued Inflation for Over 73 Consecutive Days
Since the significant network upgrade known as the Merge in 2022, Ethereum has entered its most prolonged inflationary period to date. This sustained increase in Ether supply is largely attributable…
Apple Expands Self-Service Repair Program to Europe
Apple has announced the expansion of its self-service repair program, now available in 32 European countries, including the UK, France, and Germany. This initiative, named Apple Diagnostics for Self Service…
German Government Transfers 900 Bitcoin, Including 400 BTC to Coinbase and Kraken
The German Government, via a cryptocurrency wallet labeled by the Bundeskriminalamt (BKA), has conducted significant transactions involving over $54 million worth of Bitcoin. These operations took place in three distinct…
Three Innovative Solutions to Beat the Heat and the Visionaries Behind Them
As dangerous heat becomes increasingly unavoidable, a variety of practical innovations are emerging worldwide to protect those most vulnerable to its hazards. Notably, these efforts leverage existing, proven technologies rather…
European Central Bank Issues Initial Update on Central Bank Digital Currency Progress
The European Central Bank (ECB) has published its inaugural progress report on the development of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), as of June 24. This comprehensive update sheds light…
EU Accuses Apple of Violating Tech Rules
European Union regulators accused Apple of breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA) for restricting App Store customers from accessing alternative options. The European Commission highlighted that Apple’s fees for developers…
CoinShares Achieves 116% Recovery from Sale of FTX Claim
CoinShares International, a prominent European investment firm specializing in digital assets, recently announced the successful sale of its claim against the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, FTX. This milestone is significant as…
Transaction Fees for Bitcoin and Ethereum Drop to Seven-Month Low
In a stark contrast to the often volatile crypto landscape, Bitcoin and Ether transaction fees have significantly dropped, reaching their lowest points in several months. This change coincides with one…
Apple Delays AI Product Launch in EU Due to DMA Compliance Issues
Apple has announced that it will not launch its new “Apple Intelligence” AI product, along with three other features, in the European Union in 2024. The decision stems from concerns…
China Urges EU to Drop Planned Tariffs and Follow WTO Rules, State Media Reports
In a recent development, China has called on the European Union (EU) to retract its provisional decision to impose significant tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). The appeal follows an…
Bitcoin Miners Managing Pressures Without Resorting to Extensive Sell-Offs
Despite the rising operational costs and diminishing rewards, Bitcoin miners are not facing a catastrophic situation. Glassnode’s lead analyst James Check, also known by his handle “Checkmatey,” recently shared insights…
Italian Government to Increase Crypto Market Surveillance
Italy is preparing to intensify its oversight of the cryptocurrency markets in compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. This move aims to crack down on…
U.S. Imposes Ban on Kaspersky Software
The U.S. government, through the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security, has issued a ban on the sale of Kaspersky antivirus software, effective from July 20. This measure is…
Farmers Profit from Water Savings with Kilimo’s Help
Kilimo, a startup focused on optimizing water usage in agriculture, has developed a method that not only conserves water but also financially rewards farmers who reduce their water consumption. According…
Stablecoin Transfer Volume Surges 16-Fold Over Past Four Years
The use of stablecoins has surged dramatically over the past four years, marking a significant milestone in the adoption of cryptocurrencies and their integration into the global financial ecosystem. Surge…
EU Delays Decision on Scanning Encrypted Messages
European Union officials have postponed discussions on a controversial proposal that could mandate messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Messenger, and Signal to scan uploaded images and links to detect child sexual…
EU’s Chat Control Law Could Break Privacy With Encrypted Message Scans
The European Union is currently considering a contentious law known as the chat control law, which aims to combat child sex abuse material (CSAM) by mandating the scanning of encrypted…
Bitcoin NFTs Overtake Ronin in Cumulative Sales Volume
The Bitcoin network has recently ascended in the non-fungible token (NFT) market, now ranking third in all-time sales among blockchain platforms, surpassing the Ronin blockchain. This development underscores the growing…
Coinbase International Introduces Pre-Launch Market Support
Following the trend set by centralized exchanges like Binance, Bybit, Bitget, and OKX, Coinbase International is stepping into the arena with its own launchpad designed to promote emerging crypto projects.…