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Beware fake conferencing software targeting crypto assets, warns SlowMist founder
An X user called “maxlin.eth” encountered a job-hunting scam where the attackers jumped into a Zoom call and tricked a potential victim into downloading a malicious app.
Cash, not crypto, still top funding choice for terrorists, Singapore reports
Singapore’s 2024 terrorism threat assessment reveals a continued reliance on cash transfers for funding by terrorist groups despite some increase in crypto usage.
Stablecoin adoption poses greater risk for developing nations
A new report warns that the adoption of global stablecoins in emerging markets and developing economies poses significant financial risks and regulatory challenges.
Japan crypto ETFs boosted by Franklin Templeton and SBI Holdings partnership
The Japanese joint venture will focus on ETFs and other “emerging asset classes,” including digital assets and cryptocurrency.
Elon Musk’s X removes crypto emojis, leaving community puzzled
Bitcoin is not the only cryptocurrency to have its hashtag emoji removed from X as the Bitcoin 2024 conference kicked off on July 25.
Blockchain gaming ‘disappointing’ despite high funding — Pixelverse co-founder
Pixelverse co-founder Kori Leon said their organization is taking a different approach by building a strong user base without “unrealistic” promises.
Bitcoin traders warn BTC price can still dip to $62K or ‘even lower’
BTC price action resembles Deja vu from last week, as a trip toward range highs precedes Donald Trump’s Bitcoin conference speech.
Nigeria’s AI initiative sparks tech employment growth
As Nigeria continues to build its technology workforce, the country is set to emerge as a key player in the global digital economy, leveraging local talent to drive innovation and economic growth.
JPMorgan Chase launches AI tool for research analyst tasks
JPMorgan Chase has introduced LLM Suite, an AI-driven tool similar to ChatGPT, to boost productivity in its asset and wealth management division.
Bitcoin rebounds to $67K ahead of Trump’s speech in Nashville
Bitcoin has jumped 4.3% as future traders skew toward long positions ahead of Donald Trump’s speech at the Bitcoin Conference.
Coinbase adds former Bill Clinton aide, Supreme Court lawyer to board
Two of the new Coinbase directors have previously served under US presidents, while the other has extensive experience in the management consulting industry.
Foreign crypto miners could be spying on US bases: Elizabeth Warren
Senator Warren has lambasted foreign-owned crypto miners in the country, saying they’re loud, hot, and “suck up a ton of electricity, which can crash the power grid.”
US senator withdraws support for Elizabeth Warren’s anti-crypto bill
Republican Senator Roger Marshall has withdrawn as a cosponsor for an anti-crypto bill he co-created with Senator Elizabeth Warren in 2022.
ETH ETFs launched in ‘weak market’ and could pressure Bitcoin: Analyst
Spot Ether ETFs came during a weak market and could tempt investors to diversify, putting Bitcoin’s price at risk, says Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards.
Hollywood video game performers go on strike, citing AI ‘abuse’
The American labor union has been trying for 18 months to get a clause preventing publishers from making AI-generated versions of their actors’ work without their consent.
DeepMind AI hits silver-medal standard in International Mathematical Olympiad
Google’s DeepMind says its AlphaProof and AlphaGeometry 2 AI models are breaking new ground in mathematical reasoning — an Achilles’ heel of AI chatbots.
Global manhunt underway for JPEX promoter ‘Coin Young Master’
Interpol has issued red notices for Wong Ching-kit and his accomplice, Mok Tsun-ting, on charges of fraud, theft, and money laundering.
Metaplanet, Semler Scientific were ‘zombie companies’ until Bitcoin, execs say
Shares in Metaplanet and Semler Scientific are up double and triple digits since the firms followed MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin playbook this year.
Toyota’s love for Ethereum, HK nods inverse Bitcoin ETF, stablecoin: Asia Express
Asia’s top automobile manufacturer’s latest research details how Ethereum can turn vehicles into public infrastructure as Korean police crack $2M drug case, and more!
Jimmy Song criticizes BTC 2024 speakers—'Not what makes Bitcoin great'
The author and Bitcoin advocate's panel was sobering, harkening back to the Bitcoin community's, anti-establishment ethos.
Direct client demand driving growth in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF so far
BlackRock head of digital assets Robert Mitchnick talked ETFs with Bloomberg’s James Seyffart at Bitcoin 2024.
Blackrock foresees “very little interest” in crypto ETFs beyond Bitcoin, Ethereum — Bitcoin 2024
Clients see Bitcoin and Ethereum as complements, not substitutes, in crypto portfolios, according to Blackrock's head of digital assets.
New Jersey mayor plans to invest in Bitcoin ETFs for city’s pension fund
Mayor Steven Fulop said he had been a “long-time believer“ in crypto but did not appear to have mentioned Bitcoin or other tokens before July 25.
Crypto is democratizing investment banking options—Lightspark founder
Cryptocurrencies will challenge the current banking hegemony layer-by-layer, the speakers noted at the 2024 Bitcoin event in Nashville.
Cardano ready for Chang hard fork after latest validator node release
The first phase of the Chang era is the beginning of the network’s transition to decentralized governance.
3 reasons why Bitcoin (BTC) price is down today
Strong macroeconomic data, fear of an artificial intelligence bubble and an ongoing court case could be factors in Bitcoin’s multiday correction.
Political undertones stand out as Bitcoin 2024 hits Nashville
The Bitcoin 2024 conference is underway in Nashville - with Donald Trump's address scheduled for July 27 a major drawcard to the event.
ChatGPT launches AI-powered search engine prototype
According to OpenAI, SearchGPT will give users a more intuitive search experience, allowing them to ask questions to refine a search as they would using ChatGPT.
Web3 venture funding stabilizes after rocky 2023 — Crunchbase
Large funding rounds are still few and far between in Web3, according to Crunchbase.