Hacker Pleads Guilty to Stealing $37 Million in Cryptocurrency Through Cyber Intrusion
A hacker who infiltrated a company’s computer servers and stole over $37 million in cryptocurrency from nearly 600 victims has pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud…
Uber and Alphabet’s Wing Join Forces for Drone Delivery Pilot in Dallas
Uber’s Serve Robotics and Alphabet’s Wing have announced a new partnership aimed at revolutionizing last-mile delivery by combining sidewalk delivery robots with flying drones. This dual delivery system will be…
Study Finds Women of Color Candidates for Congress Subjected to More Online Abuse
Women of color running for Congress in 2024 have been disproportionately attacked on X, with offensive and hate speech aimed at them at significantly higher rates compared to other candidates,…
Ripple Secures In-Principle License Approval from Dubai Financial Services Authority
Ripple, a prominent provider of crypto payments infrastructure, has taken a significant step toward establishing a foothold in the Middle East by receiving in-principle license approval from the Dubai Financial…
Foxconn Announces Speaker Lineup Including Nvidia, Google, and BMW Execs
Executives from major companies, including Nvidia, Google, and BMW, are set to speak at Foxconn’s annual tech day forum next week, according to a statement by the world’s largest contract…
Surge in DeFi Market Fueled by Federal Reserve Cuts, Chinese Economic Policy, and Leading Protocols
Apollo Crypto, an investment management firm specializing in digital assets, recently released a comprehensive report that highlights the potential for a second wave of growth in the decentralized finance (DeFi)…
Indonesia’s Postal Service Introduces NFT-Enabled Postage Stamps
Pos Indonesia, the national postal service of Indonesia, has pioneered its first postage stamps integrated with non-fungible tokens (NFTs), blending age-old traditions with cutting-edge blockchain technology. The announcement made via…
September Crypto Hacks Surpass $120 Million, Centralized Exchanges Hit Hard
Cumulative losses from cryptocurrency hacks exceeded $120 million in September 2024, making it the second-lowest monthly loss from hacks this year, following April. Centralized exchanges remain prime targets for hackers,…
Tesla Stops Selling Its Cheapest Model 3
Tesla has discontinued the sale of its most affordable vehicle, the Model 3 Standard Range Rear-Wheel Drive, previously priced at $39,000. This version is no longer available in Tesla’s online…
China appeals to WTO over Canada’s new tariffs on EVs and metal imports
China has filed an appeal to the World Trade Organization (WTO) to challenge Canada’s tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs), steel, and aluminum products. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced this…
Ripple CEO on SEC Appeal: “We’ll Fight in Court for as Long as We Need”
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple Labs, has pledged to contest the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in court following the regulator’s announcement that it would appeal a district…
Apple faces production challenges after Tata plant fire in India
Apple may need to source critical iPhone components from China after a fire at Tata Group’s plant in southern India caused significant production disruptions, according to industry insiders. The fire…
Love Your Mamma Announces Customisable Event Catering Services to Make Every Occasion a Culinary Experience
Offering leading catering services in Adelaide, Love Your Mamma have recently announced their customisable catering packages created specifically for events and functions. Love Your Mamma’s expert chefs and event coordinators…
OpenAI Raises $6.6 Billion, Reaching $157 Billion Valuation
OpenAI has raised $6.6 billion in its latest funding round, valuing the company at $157 billion. Thrive Capital, a key investor in OpenAI, led the round, with contributions from major…
Bitwise Files Form S-1 for First XRP ETF with US SEC
Cryptocurrency asset manager Bitwise has officially submitted a Form S-1 filing for the first spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This move…
The Henry Law Firm Expands with New Office in Cleveland
The Henry Law Firm, a respected personal injury law practice, is pleased to announce the opening of its new office in Cleveland, Ohio. This expansion marks a significant milestone…
Biden Tours Carolinas While Harris Visits Georgia to Assess Hurricane Helene Damage
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris undertook separate tours on Wednesday to assess the catastrophic damage inflicted by Hurricane Helene, which has claimed at least 183 lives. Their…
Oracle plans major $6.5 billion cloud investment in Malaysia
Oracle plans to invest over $6.5 billion to establish its first public cloud region in Malaysia, marking one of the largest single technology investments in the country to date. This…
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…