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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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Tokenization Stocks Decline as SEC Delays Regulations Affecting Crypto
Shares in tokenization companies fell on Friday after the SEC delayed a key regulatory initiative, impacting the crypto sector's traditional market integration.
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Coldcard Bitcoin Theft Losses May Exceed $150 Million, Reports Galaxy
Galaxy Research reports that losses from the Coldcard Bitcoin exploit have surpassed $112 million, with potential total losses exceeding $150 million.
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Bank Leumi Revives Bitcoin Trading Plans with Galaxy Digital
Bank Leumi is set to enable Bitcoin trading via Galaxy Digital, marking its second attempt to enter the crypto market, with a launch aimed for early 2027.
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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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Strategy Challenges MSCI's Role in Asset Determination
Strategy has criticized MSCI for its proposed rules that could limit corporate asset ownership, asserting that index providers should only measure markets.
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Mass Raids at Gorbushka Mall Target Crypto Exchanges
Law enforcement conducted extensive searches at Moscow's Gorbushka mall targeting cryptocurrency exchanges amid upcoming regulatory changes.
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Ireland Implements Enhanced Checks for Private Crypto Wallets
Ireland has introduced its first National Anti-Money Laundering Strategy, enhancing checks on private crypto wallets and tightening regulations for crypto firms.
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Tether Completes Audit with KPMG, Marking a Historic Milestone
Tether announced a significant milestone as KPMG provides an unqualified audit opinion on its financial statements, marking a turning point for the stablecoin issuer.
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SEC Cancels Crypto Rule Meeting Following Senate's Inaction on Clarity Act
The SEC has canceled a crucial meeting intended to establish the first crypto-specific regulations, following the Senate's inaction on the Clarity Act.
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ECB Report: Cryptocurrency Payments Struggle in Eurozone Online Commerce
A recent ECB study reveals that only 0.2% of online businesses in the Eurozone accept cryptocurrencies, highlighting challenges in digital payment adoption.
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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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