Vancouver is exploring using Bitcoin in its financial reserves to protect against economic instability and inflation. The city aims to position itself as a hub for digital asset businesses and attract tech talent.
WeatherlyA former Binance executive claims she was fired for exposing a bribery scheme, while Binance argues her dismissal was due to poor performance. The case raises questions about whistleblower protections and company ethics in high-pressure environments.
AnaisToei Animation has teamed up with Wemade to create DenDenGarden, a blockchain-based game featuring NFTs from the DenDekaDen series. The game aims to expand into global markets, including Japan, Southeast Asia, and North America, with hopes of tapping into the growing blockchain gaming trend.
WeatherlyHong Kong is proposing tax exemptions on profits from cryptocurrencies and other alternative assets to attract wealthy investors and boost its status as a global wealth management hub. The policy aims to expand exemptions to various investment funds, including family offices, pension funds, and private equity, while fostering blockchain innovation.
AnaisCanada's Competition Bureau has filed a lawsuit against Google, accusing the tech giant of abusing its dominant position in the online advertising market to stifle competition. The Bureau seeks remedies, including selling two of Google's ad tech tools and imposing financial penalties to address these alleged anti-competitive practices.
WeatherlyJustin Sun ate a $6.2 million banana from Maurizio Cattelan’s *Comedian* artwork at a live-streamed event in Hong Kong. The controversial act, following Sun's auction purchase, highlighted the intersection of art, cryptocurrency, and personal branding.
AnaisElon Musk has filed a legal challenge to stop OpenAI from becoming a fully for-profit company, claiming it violates its original mission and harms competition. He also accuses OpenAI and Microsoft of using their partnership to block funding for rival AI companies like his own xAI.
WeatherlyRobert Kiyosaki predicts Bitcoin could drop to $60,000 but remains confident in its long-term potential, planning to buy more if the price falls. He forecasts Bitcoin could reach $250,000 by 2025 and even $500,000, according to an AI model.
AnaisFive South Korean fugitives were arrested in Muntinlupa for a $2.9 million cryptocurrency scam, while a sixth was caught in Pasay for larceny. Separately, an Indonesian drug courier was denied entry at NAIA and sent back to Bangkok.
WeatherlyMalaysian music group KRU returns after a six-year break with their new single, "Voodoo," and a AI-generated music video. The band blends nostalgia and innovation, showcasing their growth while using AI to create digital versions of themselves for the video.
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