SenseTime is downsizing its Singapore office, moving to a smaller space amidst rising competition from tech giants and emerging rivals like Moonshot AI and Zhipu. Adapting to industry pressures will be key to sustaining its position.
CatherineNetflix is facing backlash for using AI-generated images to promote the new season of “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator,” with viewers pointing out flaws in the image. This follows a similar controversy in November 2024, when Netflix removed an AI-created poster for the animated series Arcane after criticism from Riot Games.
WeatherlyA California resident, Ken Liem, is suing three Asian banks for their alleged role in a crypto scam that cost him nearly $1 million. The lawsuit claims the banks failed to perform basic checks, allowing fraudsters to move large sums of money without detection.
AnaisElon Musk plans to prioritise "informative" and "educational" content on X to reduce negativity. While seemingly positive, the move has sparked debate, with critics accusing him of censorship and questioning its impact on free expression. Bold reform or misguided control?
CatherinePENGU’s price surged on speculation of a Pudgy Penguins-Pokémon collaboration, boosting community optimism despite the NFT market’s cooling. While the price has stabilised, the question remains: is this just a rumour or a forthcoming reality?
KikyoA new CAPTCHA challenges users to play Doom's nightmare mode and kill three demons to prove they're human. This creative method replaces traditional verification with a fun and interactive gaming experience.
JoyBerman Jerry Nowlin, 21, reportedly took his own life while awaiting sentencing for an alleged NFT "rug pull." Prosecutors accused him of fraud, while his family insisted he was innocent. Was he escaping justice or a victim himself?
CatherineSam Altman pushes for AGI advancement, while Vitalik Buterin stresses the need for safety. With opposing views from two tech leaders, is AI ready, or must safeguards come first?
KikyoThe FDIC released documents revealing its cautious stance on banks’ involvement with crypto, advising caution but not banning services. This follows industry concerns about "debanking" practices and comes as a new U.S. administration is set to review crypto regulations.
WeatherlyA crypto mining scam in southern Vietnam defrauded over 200 victims of VND4 billion ($157,300) through a fake platform called BitMiner. Four people, including the alleged ringleader Tran Minh Quang, were arrested after police raided locations tied to the fraud.
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