OpenAI's video-generating tool, Sora, was leaked on Hugging Face, sparking backlash from artists who feel exploited due to lack of compensation and transparency. The company paused access to address safety concerns, while the creative community remains wary of AI tools replacing human jobs.
AnaisSouth Korean prosecutors seized over $9.3 million in Bitcoin from a convicted scam operator who targeted elderly citizens and North Korean defectors. Despite his conviction, the scammer showed no remorse, stating he “did not regret” his actions if it benefited his family.
KikyoBrazil is considering a law to create a Bitcoin reserve, RESBit, as part of its economic strategy to strengthen stability and support its digital currency, Drex. Inspired by El Salvador's Bitcoin use, the reserve would diversify assets and be managed with blockchain for transparency.
WeatherlyDaisy Harris, an AI-powered virtual grandmother created by O2, is designed to waste scammers' time by engaging them in long, distracting conversations. While she can’t solve the wider issue of phone fraud, her quirky approach helps to frustrate criminals and protect vulnerable individuals.
AnaisRussia’s bid to lead in AI faces critical power shortages. A partial crypto mining ban has failed to meet energy demands, leaving its AI ambitions in jeopardy. Can these hurdles be overcome, or will its goals falter?
CatherineAI-generated content on LinkedIn has surged since the launch of ChatGPT, with over 54% of longer posts now likely AI-created. While these tools help users produce polished content quickly, they have sparked debates over authenticity, ethics, and the impact on professional writing.
WeatherlyAttack on Titan: Invasion brings the anime’s epic battles to life in The Sandbox metaverse, where players defend against Titans using strategy and skill. This free experience offers action-packed gameplay, with optional NFTs for fans seeking a deeper connection to the series.
WeatherlyThe FTC is investigating Microsoft's business practices across cloud services, AI, cybersecurity, and software licensing, focusing on potential anti-competitive behaviour. This comes amid rising pressure on tech giants as regulators examine their growing influence and market dominance.
AnaisWaseem Khan, a 22-year-old British crypto millionaire, was arrested in Dubai in September 2024 and charged with drug dealing and money laundering. After spending months in harsh prison conditions, he was released on bail but remains trapped in Dubai, awaiting trial and uncertain about his future.
AnaisCZ has expressed concerns about the growing dominance of meme coins, urging developers to focus on blockchain projects with real-world utility. The rise of these tokens, driven by hype and speculation, risks damaging the reputation of the broader crypto market.
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