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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman purchases chat.com domain for $15M
What happened Following the US election result came out on Nov 7th. Sam Altman posted on X social media platform congrats president Trump on his winning. He then posted a chat.com domain without any words in a post follow his congratulations thread. The domain chat.com is…
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Trump may slow antitrust actions against Google and Big Tech
What happened Donald Trump may slow or change some of the antitrust policies implemented by the Biden administration, particularly those targeting large tech companies. Among the most notable proposals is the potential breakup of Google’s parent company Alphabet‘s dominance in…
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Bitcoin reaches record high as investors bet on Trump victory
What happened As traders wager on Donald Trump winning the US presidential election—the tycoon is viewed as the pro-crypto candidate—Bitcoin has surged to a new record high. The digital currency surpassed its previous all-time high of $73,797.98 in March to reach as high as…
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Hedge firms look for deals in the tense US election
What happened During election week, huge price fluctuations happens in the world’s largest cryptocurrency. Investors have poured money into ETFs that track Bitcoin, placing bets on Republican Donald Trump’s return to the White House, according to statistics. The Block, a…
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Top tech stories today: October 11, 2024
Microsoft allowed to buy Android games on Xbox store, US court rules A US court ruling has granted Microsoft the ability to sell Android games through its Xbox store, opening new opportunities for the gaming giant. This decision could reshape the digital gaming market. Source…
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US considers breaking up Google amid antitrust concerns
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) is contemplating a historic decision to break up Google to prevent the tech giant from maintaining its monopoly in internet search. The move follows a court ruling in August that found Google guilty of using illegal practices to dominate the…
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US sanctions Russian cryptocurrency exchanges for money laundering
The US imposed sanctions on Russian money laundering operations linked to cybercriminals and cryptocurrency exchanges.
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PayPal enables U.S. merchants to buy and sell cryptocurrency
PayPal is enabling U.S. merchants to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrency from their business accounts, responding to the growing market acceptance of digital assets, including the recent approval of bitcoin ETFs.
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US FTC takes action against five firms using AI deceptively
The FTC acted against five firms using AI deceptively, suspending e-commerce scams and settling with DoNotPay and Rytr over misleading services.
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BlackRock’s Mitchnick sees bitcoin as a ‘risk-off’ asset
OUR TAKERobbie Mitchnick, head of digital assets at BlackRock, recently shared his thoughts on Bitcoin’s evolving role in financial markets. He believes it shouldn’t be classified as a “risk-on” asset, despite its recent correlation with U.S. equities. He views Bitcoin as a…
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US lawmakers challenge SEC on crypto regulation
US lawmakers criticise SEC over crypto rules, citing ambiguity and hindered growth, during rare joint hearing.
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Coinbase challenges US SEC over crypto regulation clarity
Coinbase challenges SEC’s rejection of its 2022 petition for clearer crypto regulations in US appeals court.
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SEC approves BlackRock’s spot bitcoin ETF options listing
OUR TAKEThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a big step towards including cryptocurrencies in the mainstream financial services sector by approving the listing and trading of options for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (ticker symbol “IBIT”) on the…
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Top tech news stories today: September 23, 2024
Fintech 1. SEC approves BlackRock’s spot bitcoin ETF options listing The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the listing and trading of options for BlackRock’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund on the Nasdaq. This move provides institutional investors and traders…
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The importance of compliance monitoring in business operations
Defining compliance monitoring Compliance monitoring refers to the ongoing process of reviewing and auditing business activities to ensure they align with internal policies, external regulations, and contractual obligations. It involves setting up procedures and systems that…
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US advocates leniency for FTX’s Caroline Ellison, citing aid against Bankman-Fried
Prosecutors advocate leniency for Ellison, citing her instrumental role in securing Bankman-Fried’s conviction on fraud charges.
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US officials to address AI infrastructure in White House
The White House has formed a new task force to address the infrastructure needs of AI, involving key tech and power sector leaders.
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Cyberattacks on US utilities surged 70% this year
U.S. utilities have seen a 70% spike in cyberattacks this year, raising concerns about infrastructure security amid the expanding power grid.
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The crazy impressive spatial computing power behind ‘Black Myth: Wukong’
“Black Myth: Wukong” exemplifies innovation in gaming through spatial computing, transforming the gaming industry.
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US proposes requiring reporting for AI and cloud providers
OUR TAKEThis move reflects growing concerns over AI’s impact and the need for rigorous oversight. By mandating detailed reporting, the U.S. government is stepping up efforts to mitigate risks associated with advanced AI, such as misuse in cyberattacks or dangerous technologies.…