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Scammer Returns $9.3 Million in DAI to Victim a Decade After Phishing Attack

In an unexpected turn of events, a phishing scammer has returned nearly $9.3 million to a victim after stealing $24 million from them in a phishing attack last September. This…

Whistleblowers Urge SEC to Probe OpenAI’s NDAs

Whistleblowers have called for an SEC investigation into OpenAI’s NDAs, alleging that the agreements impose illegal restrictions on employees’ ability to communicate with government regulators. The complaint, initially filed in…

Bitcoin Whales Snapped Up $4.3B of BTC Amid Price Slump

Bitcoin whales took full advantage of the crypto market slump earlier this month, accumulating 71,000 Bitcoin amid the fastest rate of Bitcoin stacking since April 2023. Significant Accumulation During Market…

Meta Lifts Restrictions on Trump’s Social Media Accounts Ahead of 2024 Election

Meta has announced that it will no longer impose heightened suspension penalties on former President Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts. This decision, effective immediately, aims to ensure all presidential…

Internet Computer Protocol Promotes Blockchain Engagement in Africa

Nigerian youths have been urged to actively engage with blockchain technology to enhance their global competitiveness. Adedayo Adebajo, co-founder of ICP Hub Sahara, emphasized this during the second DecaHack cohort…

Google Reportedly Eyeing Largest Acquisition with Wiz for $23 Billion

Google is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire the cybersecurity startup Wiz for $23 billion, marking the tech giant’s largest acquisition to date. The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday,…

Trump Allegedly ‘In Good Spirits,’ Plans to Attend Nashville Bitcoin Conference

Former United States President Donald Trump plans to proceed with his scheduled appearance at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, despite surviving an assassination attempt on July 13 in Pennsylvania.…

Donald Trump Memecoin Surges 52% After Assassination Attempt

The price of the largest Donald Trump memecoin, MAGA (TRUMP), surged more than 30% following an assassination attempt on the former United States president while he was speaking on stage…

Donald Trump Vows to Put an End to Joe Biden’s “War on Crypto”

The cryptocurrency market’s rapid growth has established it as a significant topic in modern investment and political discussions. During a recent address in West Palm Beach, Florida, former President Donald…

Australia to Enact Anti-Scam Law Targeting Internet Giants by Year-End

Australia will introduce a law by the end of the year mandating internet companies to proactively prevent scams or face substantial fines, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission…

Germany Holds 9K Bitcoin Left After Massive Sell-Off in Just Three Weeks

The German government’s Bitcoin wallet has dwindled to 9,094 Bitcoin, a mere 18% of its original holdings, following a series of large transfers to cryptocurrency exchanges on July 11. The…

YouTube Rolls Out New Tools for Shorts Creators

Amid growing competition with TikTok and Reels, YouTube unveiled a series of new features on Thursday, July 11, aimed at enhancing its short-form video platform, YouTube Shorts. In a video…

US Lawmaker Urges Congress to Declare Detained Binance Exec in Nigeria a ‘Hostage’

Representative Rich McCormick has introduced a resolution to the US Congress urging lawmakers to consider a detained Binance executive in Nigeria as a hostage. The executive, Tigran Gambaryan, has been…

Apple Promotes Apple Watch for Kids Amid Smartphone Restrictions in Schools

Apple has launched a new marketing campaign promoting the Apple Watch as an ideal device for kids, aiming to help parents stay connected with their children. The campaign introduces the…

Analyst Predicts Ethereum ETF Inflows Could Reach $10B, Pushing ETH to New Highs

The introduction of Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is expected to bring significant investment inflows, potentially up to $10 billion, which could drive Ether prices to all-time highs by the end…

Beeble AI Raises $4.75M to Launch Virtual Production Platform for Indie Filmmakers

Visual effects (VFX) have become essential in filmmaking, revolutionizing storytelling and creativity in the film industry with their diverse digital techniques. However, the high cost of VFX tools often leaves…

Judge Has ‘Strong Views’ About Coinbase Inquiry into Gensler’s Private Messages

A federal judge overseeing the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) case against Coinbase has suggested that the cryptocurrency exchange may not be able to investigate Chair Gary Gensler’s private…

Coinbase Launches Unified Onchain Monitoring Through New Wallet App

Coinbase is set to release a new version of its cryptocurrency wallet, designed to enable users to access and manage their portfolios across multiple platforms from a single interface. Comprehensive…

WhatsApp Business Adjusts Rates to Curb Marketing Spam

WhatsApp Business is implementing new per-conversation rates aimed at reducing marketing spam. The updated pricing structure decreases rates for utility messages and increases rates for marketing messages. Meta, the parent…

SEC Decides Not to Pursue Enforcement Action Against Paxos

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced its intention to cease its investigation into stablecoin issuer Paxos and will not file an enforcement case. This decision comes after…