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North Korean hacker hired by US security supplier, loaded malware
A cybersecurity firm hires a hacker who attempts system compromise. The company races to evaluate and mitigate the breach’s impact.
North America Institutional Trends
Justice Department flags TikTok as a national threat to elections
OUR TAKEThe US Department of Justice has thrown down the gauntlet, claiming TikTok’s algorithm could be exploited by the Chinese government to sway our elections and political discourse. This isn’t just a whisper campaign; it’s a direct warning that our everyday shares and…
North America Institutional Trends
Coinbase expands board to bolster US crypto policy influence
Coinbase, a US cryptocurrency exchange, expanded its board with three new members to strengthen its influence on US crypto policy.
North America Institutional Trends
Coinbase adds three board members, including OpenAI executive
OUR TAKECoinbase has strategically expanded its board with the addition of three prominent figures: Chris Lehane of OpenAI, former US Solicitor General Paul Clement and Christa Davies, CFO of Aon. The move is aimed at strengthening its influence on US cryptocurrency policy…
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Coinbase adds 3 board members, including OpenAI executive
Coinbase has added three new board members, including an OpenAI executive, to bolster its influence on US crypto regulations. The crypto industry is ramping up political engagement, aiming to sway the election in favour of policies supportive of digital assets.
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WhatsApp surpasses 100M monthly active users in US
OUR TAKEZuckerberg’s WhatsApp bragging is like saying, “Hey, we’re huge in the land of texts!” But look, over half those U.S. texters are on iPhones. Apple’s got a grip, but WhatsApp’s trying to make a splash. They’re all over Times Square and TV, even got “Modern Family” gang…
North America Institutional Trends
Top tech news stories today: July 26, 2024
Fintech 1. U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase adds three board members, including OpenAI executive U.S. cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has added three new members to its board of directors, including an executive from ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, as the company steps up its efforts to sway…
North America Cloud Services Trends
LGES trims sales goal amid weak EV demand and US election risk
LGES slashes sales targets due to weak EV demand and US election risks, opting to scale back expansions and maximise current capacity. Despite the challenges, LGES shares have seen a rebound, jumping 4.2%. Shares in LGES rival Samsung SDI rose 3%, and SK Innovation, which owns…
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Regulators from the US, Europe unite to safeguard effective competition in AI industry
OUR TAKEThe effective regulation of AI competition is vital to ensure a competitive, innovative, and fair environment that promotes growth and benefits society as a whole. And a joint statement is a effective way to promote that. This move signals a proactive stance by these…
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Ferrari expands crypto payment system to Europe after US success
Ferrari is expanding its cryptocurrency payment system to its European dealership network from the end of July 2024, following a successful launch in the United States.
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Top tech news stories today: July 25, 2024
Fintech 1. Ferrari extends cryptocurrency payment system to Europe after US launch Ferrari said on Wednesday it would extend its scheme to accept payments in cryptocurrency for its luxury sports cars to its European dealership network from the end of this month, after starting in…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Musk delays robotaxi reveal to October 10 amid design changes
OUR TAKEElon Musk’s robotaxi reveal got pushed back? Sounds like he’s building a rocket, not a taxi! But at least he’s taking his time to get it right. Remember that Cybertruck delay? It’s like Tesla’s got a thing for keeping us on the edge of our seats. With Tesla’s profits…
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US spot ether ETFs debut, boosting crypto industry
OUR TAKEThe US financial markets recently celebrated a notable milestone with the successful launch of ether-based exchange traded funds (ETFs), signalling the growing interest in cryptocurrency-based financial products. While these ETFs attracted a robust $1.07 billion in trades…
North America Cloud Services Trends
US court upholds FCC’s approval of SpaceX’s Starlink expansion
A US appeals court upheld the FCC’s decision to approve SpaceX’s satellite deployment plan, rejecting DISH Network and DarkSky challenges.
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Kroger orders Ocado’s latest automated warehouse technologies
Ocado’s U.S. partner Kroger orders advanced automated technologies for its warehouse network, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
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G20 talks on global tax deal continue amid US tariff threat
Negotiations on a global tax agreement have extended beyond June 30, with governments eyeing progress at the upcoming G20 meeting. The high stakes of these negotiations could lead to the reinstatement of taxes on US tech giants by several countries if a final agreement is not…
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Tencent unveils Xingmai 2.0: Advancing AI training amid US restrictions
OUR TAKEThe rapid growth of the AI industry has created data demands that traditional networks can’t support. Tencent’s Xingmai network addresses this with high bandwidth and zero packet loss, enhancing training efficiency. The launch of Xingmai 2.0 amidst US restrictions…
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Meta’s reduced role in the 2024 election
OUR TAKEMark Zuckerberg has refused to endorse Donald Trump or Joe Biden and said he does not plan to get involved in the upcoming U.S. presidential election in any way. Zuckerberg’s comments come as several influential figures in Silicon Valley, including Tesla boss Elon Musk…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft cloud downtime halts flights in the U.S.
Microsoft cloud service issue led to flight delays and cancellations, notably at Frontier Airlines and Sun Country Airlines on July 18. The disruption was linked to Microsoft’s Azure platform, affecting key airline operations and prompting responses from affected carriers.
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Trump opposes potential TikTok ban: ‘I’m for TikTok’
OUR TAKETikTok and ByteDance are challenging a law that mandates ByteDance to sell its US business, a legal proceeding that could determine whether the app, with over 150 million US users, remains available. Previous attempts to ban TikTok, including one by the Biden…