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Meta Agrees to Pay $1.4 Billion in Texas Biometric Data Lawsuit

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has agreed to a $1.4 billion settlement with the state of Texas. The settlement resolves a lawsuit accusing Meta of illegally using facial…

Harris Refines Policy Strategy in Anticipation of Electoral Showdown with Trump

Vice President Kamala Harris faces the intricate challenge of fine-tuning her policy agenda to resonate with American voters, a crucial task for any presidential hopeful, particularly under unique circumstances this…

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip Finds New Role as Police Bodycam

Samsung has recently highlighted an unconventional use of its Galaxy Z Flip series smartphones, promoting them as tools for law enforcement. In a recent post on Samsung’s newsroom, the company…

North Korean Hacker Infiltrates US Security Firm, Attempts Malware Attack

KnowBe4, a US-based security vendor specializing in security awareness training, revealed that it accidentally hired a North Korean hacker who attempted to install malware within its systems. This incident serves…

Ethereum Spot ETFs Record Positive Net Inflows with $34M Gained on July 30

For the first time since their inception, United States-listed spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced a shift to net positive daily inflows, marking a significant reversal from the consistent…

UAE Residents to Trade Cryptocurrency Directly Through Bank Accounts

Crypto exchange M2 has launched a groundbreaking service that allows residents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to directly buy and sell major cryptocurrencies—Bitcoin and Ether—using their local bank accounts.…

Google’s AI Ad Faces Backlash Over Tone-Deaf Messaging

Google’s recent Olympics-themed AI advertisement has stirred significant controversy, drawing criticism for its perceived insensitivity and misalignment with genuine human experiences. The ad, which aired during the Olympics broadcast, showcases…

OpenAI Rolls Out Advanced Voice Mode for ChatGPT to Select Users

OpenAI has begun rolling out an advanced Voice Mode for ChatGPT, designed to enhance the user experience with more natural, real-time conversations. Starting today, July 31, a select group of…

Four Suspects Allegedly Forced Bitcoin Owner to Transfer Funds Before Murdering Him, According to Police

In a horrifying incident in Kyiv, Ukraine, four suspects have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a 29-year-old foreign national known for his involvement with Bitcoin.…

Artists File Lawsuit Against SEC to Clarify NFTs’ Status as Securities

Two artists have initiated a lawsuit against the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to establish whether non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are subject to the commission’s jurisdiction. This legal action…

Fisker Faces Potential Liquidation as Heights Capital Seeks Chapter 7

Fisker, an electric vehicle (EV) startup, is at a critical juncture in its bankruptcy proceedings, with its primary secured lender, Heights Capital Management, playing a central role. The main issue…

U.S. Government Possesses $12 Billion in Bitcoin, Reports Arkham Intelligence

The United States government currently stands as the largest geopolitical holder of Bitcoin, maintaining control over approximately 183,000 units of this decentralized digital currency. As per the latest market values,…

Slovenia Debuts the European Union’s First Digital Sovereign Bond Issued by BNP Paribas

Slovenia has taken a significant step in digital finance by issuing the first digital sovereign bond within the European Union. Managed by BNP Paribas, this groundbreaking bond has a nominal…

Coinbase Takes Custody Role for Australia’s New Bitcoin ETF

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is reinforcing its global presence in the Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) market by becoming a custody partner for a new Bitcoin ETF in Australia. The DigitalX Bitcoin…

Sabotage Strikes Paris Olympics: Internet Cables Cut, Services Disrupted

On the morning of July 11, 2024, several long-distance internet cables were cut in multiple locations across France, causing widespread disruption to internet services during the Paris Olympics. This incident…

Chainlink Integration Enhances Transparency for 21Shares’ Ether ETF

21Shares has integrated Chainlink’s proof-of-reserve (PoR) system into its Core Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF), aiming to bolster transparency and trust in its crypto offerings. Enhancing Trust Through Proof-of-Reserves As one…

Elon Musk Shares Doctored Kamala Harris Video on X, Sparking AI Concerns

Elon Musk recently shared a doctored video of Vice President Kamala Harris on his social media platform, X. The video, which has been modified using AI, includes a deepfake voiceover…

Bitcoin and Gold Poised for Significant Breakout as ‘Macro Summer’ Commences — Analyst

Bitcoin and gold might be gearing up for a major price breakout as macroeconomic conditions show signs of improvement. ‘Macro Summer’ and Its Implications Raoul Pal, founder and CEO of…

WeRide Expands Globally Amid Rising AI Adoption in Transportation

Self-driving technology company WeRide is pushing forward with its global expansion as the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the transportation sector gains momentum. The firm, known for its innovations…

Australia Could Become New Base for SpaceX’s Starship Landings

SpaceX is in discussions with officials from the United States and Australia to gain approval for landing and recovering one of its Starship rockets off the Australian coast. This potential…