Internet ComputerBeginnerThe United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is partnering with the Dfinity Foundation to pilot a digital credentialing system in Cambodia. This initiative, known as the Universal Trusted Credentials (UTC), aims to create a secure and verifiable way for individuals to share their qualifications…
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BitcoinBeginnerSoftbank, the Japanese tech investment giant, is making a bold bet on the future. After suffering a devastating 99% loss during the dotcom bubble burst, they’re channeling their resources into a new frontier: Artificial Intelligence (AI). The memories of the early 2000s tech crash still linger for…
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GeneralBeginnerCloudflare has unveiled a free tool specifically designed to combat AI bots scraping your precious website content. This move targets a growing concern – the unauthorized collection of data by AI models for training purposes. Traditionally, robots.txt files were used to communicate with web…
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SolanaBeginnerA Nigerian cryptocurrency trader’s act of honesty has gone viral, restoring faith in the crypto community and challenging negative stereotypes. Femi Akinola, the Nigerian trader in question, returned 90 Solana tokens (SOL) worth roughly $14,000 that were mistakenly sent to him by an overseas…
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GeneralBeginnerSmart contracts have transformed transaction and agreement execution on the blockchain by embedding the terms directly into code. These self-executing contracts automate tasks upon meeting specific conditions, making them invaluable across diverse industries. Here are ten exemplary applications of…
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GeneralBeginnerGoogle faces accusations of prioritizing AI-generated, SEO spam content over original, high-quality content in its search results. This has sparked concerns amongst creators and webmasters who fear a decline in the overall quality of information accessible through Google. The crux of the issue…
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BitcoinBeginnerBitcoin mining company CleanSpark has reported a successful June, exceeding both its production and hash rate goals. They mined 445 Bitcoin in June, a 6.7% increase compared to the previous month. This uptick comes alongside surpassing their mid-year target for operational hash rate, achieving a…
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ArbitrumBeginnerThe Aave protocol’s highly anticipated GHO stablecoin has officially launched on Arbitrum, marking a significant step in its multi-chain expansion strategy. This deployment, approved by the Aave DAO (decentralized autonomous organization) community, allows users on the Arbitrum network to…
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GeneralBeginnerGoogle recently released its 2024 Environmental Report, a document exceeding 80 pages that details the company’s efforts to utilize technology for environmental solutions and minimize its own ecological footprint. While the report highlights various commendable initiatives, critics point out a…
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GeneralBeginnerFigma has disabled its newly launched “Make Design” AI tool. This feature, designed to utilize generative AI to create entire applications based on user input, came under fire for consistently replicating the look and feel of Apple’s Weather app. Figma CEO Dylan Field acknowledged the issue,…
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GeneralBeginnerAI safety and development company Anthropic is taking a step towards a more robust evaluation of artificial intelligence with a new funding program. They aim to create a fresh generation of AI benchmarks – essentially tests that gauge an AI model’s capabilities and potential risks. Current…
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GeneralBeginnerYouTube has implemented a new policy allowing individuals to request the removal of videos featuring AI-generated content that imitates their face or voice. This update rolled out quietly in June, expands YouTube’s privacy violation process and aligns with its commitment to responsible AI…
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