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Top tech news stories today: June 19, 2024
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are hitting a roadblock with reports of delays linked to malfunctioning windshield wipers
Headline
Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are hitting a roadblock with reports of delays linked to malfunctioning windshield wipers
Context
STON.fi pioneers seamless cross-chain swaps on the TON blockchain, Meta faces a significant legal battle over crypto scam ads, and Tesla encounters delays in Cybertruck deliveries due to wiper issues, highlighting ongoing developments in fintech, AI, and automotive technologies. STON.fi aims to advance decentralised finance (DeFi) by eliminating intermediaries and enhancing user control over assets. Their cross-chain swap solutions on the TON blockchain enable seamless token transactions across networks, ensuring security and efficiency without relying on wrapped tokens or bridges. ( Cointelegraph )
Evidence
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Analysis
U.S. District Judge Casey Pitts allowed Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest’s lawsuit against Meta to proceed, rejecting Meta’s dismissal bid. Forrest claims Meta’s negligence in scam ads featuring his likeness led to substantial losses. ( Yahoo!Finance ) California fined Amazon $5.9 million for allegedly violating the state’s Warehouse Quota Law, claiming unsafe working conditions. The fines target warehouses in Redlands ($1.2 million) and Moreno Valley ($4.7 million). ( APnews ) AMD is investigating a potential cyberattack by “IntelBroker,” who claims to sell data from an AMD.com breach, including future products and databases. AMD is collaborating with law enforcement and a third-party host. ( The Verge ) U.S. export policy chief Alan Estevez visited Japan to strengthen an agreement with Japan and the Netherlands to restrict China’s semiconductor production capabilities. ( U.S.News )
Key Points
- Crypto
- 1. TON-based DEX aims to simplify cross-chain swaps by removing bridging and wrapping
- Fintech
- 2. Meta must face Australian billionaire Forrest’s US lawsuit over scam Facebook crypto ads
- IT infrastructure
Actions
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