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BitcoinBeginnerPresident Nayib Bukele is on track for a resounding re-election victory, according to data released shortly after polls closed on February 5th, 2024. Early indications suggest Bukele’s Nuevas Ideas party has garnered up to 87% of the vote, far outpacing its closest competitors. This decisive win…
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GeneralBeginnerThe Volkswagen Group has recently established a new artificial intelligence (AI) company called “AI Lab.” According to a press release from Volkswagen, the new company will focus on forming partnerships with the larger technology industry and developing digital prototypes for its vehicles. As…
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GeneralBeginnerStratis, a blockchain platform specializing in enterprise solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its public EVM Testnet, codenamed Auroria, on February 6, 2024. This testnet serves as a critical milestone in Stratis’ journey towards offering a robust and adaptable platform for developers…
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GeneralBeginnerThe UK government is facing criticism for taking a “narrow” view of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Large Language Models (LLMs), with experts warning it could miss out on the potential economic and societal benefits of these rapidly evolving technologies. A report released by the House…
#ai#government#llm
GeneralBeginnerAmazon launched Rufus, an AI-powered shopping assistant embedded in the mobile app. This conversational genie aims to revolutionize your shopping experience, offering personalized recommendations, product comparisons, and insightful answers to your shopping dilemmas. Think of Rufus as your…
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GeneralBeginnerGoogle Maps is diving into the world of generative AI to help you discover new places based on vibes rather than just headings. This experimental feature, unveiled on February 1st, 2024, represents a fascinating shift in how we might navigate the world through technology. Breaking Free from…
#ai#google
GeneralBeginnerThree individuals have been charged by federal authorities in connection with a massive $400 million hack targeting cryptocurrency exchange FTX in 2022. The indictment accuses the defendants of orchestrating a SIM swap attack, hijacking the phone number of an FTX employee to gain access to…
#crypto#ftx#hackers
GeneralBeginnerSingapore’s police force has made a noteworthy move, officially endorsing the use of hardware wallets for securing cryptocurrency holdings. This public endorsement signifies a growing recognition of the importance of robust cybersecurity measures within the digital asset space. Hardware wallets,…
#crypto#hardware-wallet#security
XRP LedgerBeginnerOn Tuesday, January 31st, siphoned off a staggering $112 million worth of XRP, the native cryptocurrency of the Ripple network. The stolen funds, amounting to approximately 213 million XRP tokens, were swiftly moved through various cryptocurrency exchanges, raising concerns about security…
#crypto#hackers
GeneralBeginnerThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a nationwide ban on all artificial intelligence (AI)-generated robocalls, effective immediately. This landmark decision aims to combat the growing problem of deceptive and harassing automated calls that plague millions of Americans every…
#ai#robotics
GeneralBeginnerThe U.S. Department of Defense, the Pentagon has launched a “bias bounty” program offering up to $24,000 in rewards. This initiative aims to identify and address real-world examples of unfairness within AI models currently employed by the military. The program specifically targets large language…
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GeneralBeginnerElon Musk and Tesla’s board of directors have reportedly scrapped a controversial $56 billion pay deal that was tied to the company’s stock performance. The decision comes after months of scrutiny and debate, with some shareholders and experts criticizing the plan as excessive and potentially…
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