Strawberry extends on OpenAI’s Q* project announced last November, which some described as a technical breakthrough allowing for the development of “far more powerful” AI models. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/openai-is-building-an-advanced-ai-tool-called-strawberry?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Month: July 2024
Federal Agencies Join Forces to Fight Crypto Scams
Several federal agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), convened at a Fraud Disruption Conference to combat crypto scams, particularly the “pig butchering” fraud that siphons billions from Americans annually. The meeting brought together over 300 officials from 15 federal agencies to strategize against this pervasive […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/federal-agencies-join-forces-to-fight-crypto-scams/
Crypto Exchange Bitmex Pleads Guilty to Violating Bank Secrecy Act, AML Failures
Crypto exchange Bitmex has pleaded guilty to violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) by failing to maintain an adequate anti-money laundering (AML) program, resulting in the company being a vehicle for large-scale money laundering. The DOJ announced this plea following previous legal actions and settlements. Bitmex says: “We have accepted the BSA charge, will seek […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-exchange-bitmex-pleads-guilty-to-violating-bank-secrecy-act-aml-failures/
Generative AI Helps Creativity But Hurts Originality, Study Says
Writers are finding AI useful in coming up with story ideas, sparking creativity, and making content more engaging and professional. However, overuse of the technology may increase the risks of constraining the diversity of collective creative output, according to a new study. In other words, AI could make writing less diverse. “Generative AI–enabled stories are more similar to each other…
CME Group Adds XRP to Crypto Benchmarks
CME Group, a leading global markets company, has announced the launch of XRP and ICP reference rates and real-time indices. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse explained that the first step towards institutional crypto products is having a trusted benchmark reference rate. CME Group Introduces Transparent Pricing for Internet Computer and XRP CME Group, a leading global […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/cme-group-adds-xrp-to-crypto-benchmarks/
Pixelverse Raises $2 Million, Totals $7.5 Million in Private Funding
Pixelverse, a Web3 gaming ecosystem, has secured an additional $2 million in funding, bringing its total private round to $7.5 million. This funding was provided by several Web3 venture capital firms and prominent angel investors. Web3 Gaming Platform Pixelverse Secures $2M in Latest Funding Round Galaxy Interactive, Crit Ventures, and Arc Community contributed to the […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/pixelverse-raises-2-million-totals-7-5-million-in-private-funding/
AI Could Threaten Human Immortality, Former Presidential Candidate Says
With tech companies including Microsoft, Apple, and Google pouring billions into artificial intelligence research, the question of the advent of artificial general intelligence and the resulting singularity is no longer a matter of if but when. For some, including former candidate for U.S. president Zoltan Istvan, however, rapid advances in AI since the launch of ChatGPT are outpacing biosciences, leaving…
Square-Enix backs blockchain-based football MMO ‘Soccerverse’
The game uses the Polygon blockchain and currently runs in most browsers. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/square-enix-backs-blockchain-based-football-mmo-soccerverse-web3?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
‘Hamster Kombat’ Players Snap Up Massage Guns for Turbo Tap-to-Earn Rewards
Hamster Kombat players are getting crafty: Russian retailers are reporting surging massage gun sales amid the rise of the viral Telegram crypto game, as players are using the percussion massagers to amplify their screen tapping. According to Russian news outlet Vedomosti, as spotted by Protos, leading online retailer Wildberries reported a 179% month-over-month sales spike for percussion massagers in June,…
SOL struggles to reclaim $145, but Solana network fundamentals remain solid
Solana’s onchain and derivatives metrics show no signs of stress, possibly paving the way for a rally to $160. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/sol-struggles-to-reclaim-145-but-solana-network-fundamentals-remain-solid?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound