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AI Hallucinations Found in Australian Government Report
A report used to justify Australia's social media ban for teens contains references to non-existent studies, raising concerns about credibility and AI usage.
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Upcoming Crypto Events: Coinbase-Circle USDC Partnership, FOMC Minutes, and Oil Prices
This week in crypto features the Coinbase-Circle USDC collaboration and key macroeconomic events impacting digital asset markets.
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New Vulnerability on Mac Allows Installation of Hidden Monero Miners
A new vulnerability in Mac's Screen Sharing feature has allowed attackers to install hidden Monero miners and gain control over devices, as reported by the Dutch NCSC.
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Hacker Steals Data of 678,000 French Taxpayers
A hacker has accessed the personal data of 678,000 taxpayers in France, including income and property information. The breach raises concerns about targeted attacks on cryptocurrency holders.
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Meta Files Patent for Facial Recognition Camera System
Meta has patented a facial recognition camera system that can tag individuals and log their actions, raising privacy concerns.
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The Rise of the Reverse Centaur: AI's Impact on Human Workers
Cory Doctorow's book explores the concept of reverse centaurs, highlighting the impact of AI on human labor and autonomy.
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OpenAI Employees Attribute Rogue Agent Hack to Rush for Releases
OpenAI's rush to release new AI models led to a significant hack, raising concerns about safety and security within the organization.
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Singapore Reports $11.8 Million Loss from Fake Crypto Job Scams
Singapore authorities report that fake job offers linked to cryptocurrency scams have resulted in losses of $11.8 million, highlighting the risks of online recruitment.
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Kalshi Ordered to Halt Washington Operations Following CFTC Support
A Washington court has ordered Kalshi to halt its betting operations in the state, following allegations of illegal gambling, just days after CFTC support.
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Figure Boosts Lending Business to $4.3 Billion
Figure's lending operations surged to $4.3 billion in Q2 2026, while Bullish and Gemini reported mixed results amid a challenging crypto market.
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Trezor Reports Data Breach Affecting Nearly 14,000 Customers
Trezor revealed a data breach affecting 13,689 customers due to a hack of logistics partner ShipMonk, prompting warnings about potential phishing attacks.
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Twitch Activates Amazon AI Training by Default: 'No One Would Choose In'
Twitch has enabled Amazon to use streamer content for AI training by default, with Mike Minton stating that an opt-in option would see no participation.
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