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Emerging African Economies Poised to Become Leaders in Digital Asset Adoption
Emerging economies across Africa, particularly South Africa, are being recognized for their potential to become central hubs for digital asset operations. According to Ben Caselin, Chief Marketing Officer of VALR,…
Meta’s Appeal Fails in Kenyan Court, Content Moderators Continue Fight
Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has lost a key appeal in Kenya, allowing a lawsuit filed by content moderators to proceed. The Kenyan labor court ruled that Meta could be sued…
IMF Introduces REDI Framework to Boost Global CBDC Adoption
Staff members at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have released a detailed guide aimed at policymakers and banking institutions on accelerating the adoption of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) worldwide.…
Crypto Marketing Expert Emphasizes Importance of Skepticism in Cryptocurrency Promotion
Amanda Cassatt, founder of Web3 marketing firm Serotonin, emphasizes the necessity of skepticism and thorough personal research for investors navigating the burgeoning cryptocurrency market. Speaking at Token2049 in Singapore, Cassatt…
Elon Musk’s X Complies with Brazil’s Supreme Court Demands
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has reportedly reversed its stance and complied with key demands from Brazil’s Supreme Court following a weeks-long standoff. The conflict began when Justice Alexandre…
Harris Challenges Trump to Second Debate, Cites Avoidance Tactics
Vice President Kamala Harris has issued a fresh challenge to her Republican opponent, Donald Trump, urging him to commit to a second debate before the November presidential election. During a…
Indian Startup Physics Wallah Raises $210 Million and Achieves $2.8 Billion Valuation
Indian ed-tech startup Physics Wallah secured a $2.8 billion valuation following a $210 million funding round, the company revealed on Friday. The round was led by Hornbill Capital, with Lightspeed…
Jony Ive Teams with OpenAI’s Altman on AI Hardware Project
Former Apple designer Jony Ive has confirmed his involvement in a mysterious AI hardware project in collaboration with Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI. This partnership, which had been the subject…
Cards Against Humanity Sues Elon Musk’s SpaceX Over Alleged Trespassing and Property Damage
Cards Against Humanity (CAH), the popular party game known for its raunchy humor, has taken legal action against Elon Musk’s SpaceX, filing a $15 million lawsuit over allegations of trespassing…
Qualcomm in early discussions to acquire Intel, insiders say
Qualcomm has reportedly approached Intel to discuss a potential acquisition, according to sources familiar with the situation. This move, initiated by Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon, marks an effort to explore…
TSMC and Samsung Explore Chip Manufacturing Projects in UAE
Two of the largest global chipmakers, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and Samsung Electronics, are in discussions about building semiconductor plants in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to a…
Supreme Court of India’s YouTube Channel Compromised to Promote XRP Scam
The official YouTube channel of the Supreme Court of India fell victim to cryptocurrency hackers on September 20, transforming into a platform for a Ripple and XRP scam. With more…
Chinese AI Driving Technology Firm Expands Globally from Hong Kong Base
Hong Kong’s proactive approach to fostering innovation has led to significant growth opportunities for companies like Uisee, a leading Chinese autonomous driving technology firm. The city’s strategic position, combined with…
Google Passkeys Now Sync Across Multiple Platforms
Google has expanded the capabilities of its Password Manager by enabling the syncing of passkeys across devices on multiple platforms. Previously, passkeys could only be saved to the Password Manager…
Germany Closes 47 Crypto Exchanges Linked to Illicit Activities
The German government has taken decisive action against 47 cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of facilitating an underground economy that allows cybercriminals to launder money. This crackdown is part of a…
YouTube Introduces Ads When Videos Are Paused
Google has introduced a new advertising method on YouTube, placing ads on the screen when users pause videos. A YouTube communications manager shared with The Verge that advertisers have responded…
US Citizens Can Now Renew Passports Online Nationwide
The U.S. State Department has officially launched its online passport renewal system, making it accessible to the general public after a successful pilot phase. This advancement, announced by Secretary of…
Federal Judge Dismisses Consensys’ Lawsuit Against the SEC
A Texas federal judge has recently dismissed a lawsuit brought by blockchain development company Consensys against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its Commissioners, including Chair Gary Gensler.…
General Motors’ Electric Vehicles Can Now Charge at Tesla Superchargers
General Motors (GM) electric vehicles can now charge at Tesla Supercharger stations, thanks to the launch of new North American Charging Standard (NACS) DC adapters. GM has begun selling these…
Cruise Returns to California Streets with Human Drivers
Cruise has resumed operations in California, bringing back human-driven vehicles to the streets of Mountain View and Sunnyvale for mapping. This marks the company’s return to the Bay Area nearly…