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FTC Investigates Uber Over Subscription Practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating Uber over complaints tied to its subscription service, Uber One. Customers have accused the company of signing them up without consent and making…

TikTok Plans to Limit Beauty Filters for Teens

TikTok is tightening its rules on beauty filters for users under 18, rolling out new restrictions globally in the coming weeks. The platform, which has over a billion users worldwide,…

Bomb Threats and ‘Swatting’ Incidents Target Trump’s Cabinet Nominees and Appointees

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to transition into office, several of his cabinet nominees and administration appointees were subjected to bomb threats and ‘swatting’ attacks this past Tuesday night and…

Huawei Debuts Mate 70 Smartphone as US Chip Restrictions Loom

Huawei Technologies has introduced the Mate 70 smartphone series, strengthening its position in the premium smartphone market while highlighting its strategic push towards software independence. The launch event, held Tuesday…

Uber Expands Gig Economy Offerings with AI Data Labeling Division

Uber has introduced a new gig economy initiative, expanding its workforce to support AI development through data labeling and coding services. The company’s newly branded Scaled Solutions division hires independent…

Morocco’s Central Bank Moves to Legalize Cryptocurrencies

Morocco is poised to transform its stance on cryptocurrencies, planning to legalize all forms of digital assets after initially banning them in 2017. This reversal is propelled by the drafting…

China’s CATL Denies Claims of Suppliers in Xinjiang Region

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a major Chinese battery manufacturer, clarified on Tuesday that it does not source from any suppliers in the Xinjiang region. The statement came in…

Report Highlights Critical Gaps in Financial Literacy Among Crypto Investors

A recent study conducted by the crypto gaming startup PiP World has revealed alarming deficiencies in the financial literacy of the cryptocurrency community, despite Bitcoin trading near record highs. The…

Ex-Binance Executives Introduce Euro-Pegged Stablecoin Compliant with MiCA Regulations

As Europe edges closer to the final enforcement deadline of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) by the end of the year, Schuman Financial, steered by former Binance executives including…

Trump Might Name an ‘AI Czar’ as Musk Weighs In

President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering appointing an “AI czar” to shape the government’s artificial intelligence (AI) policy, Axios reports. If the role moves forward, it would focus on coordinating…

MTN South Africa Teams Up with China Telecom and Huawei on 5G and AI

MTN South Africa has forged a strategic partnership with China Telecom and Huawei, aiming to enhance its offerings in 5G, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and business solutions. The companies…

Brazil Challenges Apple’s App Store Policies with Daily Fine Threat

Brazil has issued a strong directive to Apple: adapt the App Store policies to allow more flexibility for third-party developers or face daily fines. The nation’s antitrust regulator, Conselho Administrativo…

Chinese Start-Up’s AI Experiment Goes Viral, Raises Questions About Autonomy

A video of a robot convincing a group of other machines to “go home” has ignited a mix of amusement and unease online, with many pondering the future implications of…

Telegram’s Cryptocurrency Portfolio Surges to $1.3 Billion in First Half of 2024

Telegram‘s cryptocurrency assets experienced a remarkable increase, soaring to $1.3 billion in the first half of 2024, a significant rise from $400 million at the end of 2023. This growth…

Changpeng Zhao Calls for a Shift Toward Genuine Blockchain Innovations Over Memecoins

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, has recently vocalized a significant pivot in his stance towards cryptocurrency, emphasizing the importance of developing substantial blockchain applications rather than focusing…

Canadian Wellness Company Approves $1 Million Bitcoin Treasury Investment

In a significant shift towards digital asset adoption, Jiva Technologies, a wellness and plant-based e-commerce leader, has embraced a Bitcoin treasury strategy. The decision came after its board of directors…

Threads Hits 35 Million New Signups in November

Meta’s Threads is on a roll, adding over 35 million new users in November, Axios reports. The platform, which offers a text-based social media experience similar to Twitter, has been…

EU Flags Bluesky for Violating Digital Services Act

The European Union has flagged Bluesky, a growing alternative to Twitter, for non-compliance with its Digital Services Act (DSA). According to Reuters, Bluesky has failed to meet the DSA’s transparency…

Drake Accuses Universal Music Group of Using Bots to Boost Kendrick Lamar’s Hit ‘Not Like Us’

Drake isn’t holding back in his latest legal battle with Universal Music Group (UMG). The Toronto rapper has filed a petition in New York State Supreme Court, accusing his label…

Bitcoin’s $93K Dip: A Temporary Setback Before the $100K Surge

Bitcoin recently experienced a dip below $93,000, retreating nearly 7% from its Nov. 22 all-time high of $99,645. The asset hit an intraday low of $92,775 during early trading on…