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Trading Volume on Prediction Markets During World Cup 2026 Reached $50 Billion
During the World Cup 2026, prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket saw trading volumes soar to $50 billion, outpacing traditional sportsbooks.
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ILO Assesses AI's Impact on Workers in ASEAN Countries
The ILO reports that nearly 80 million workers in ASEAN are at risk of AI exposure, but mass job displacement is not yet evident.
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New York Governor Imposes Moratorium on Large Data Center Construction
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed an executive order imposing a one-year moratorium on large data center construction to assess environmental impacts.
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Quantum Computers to Aid in Gas Turbine Design
Quantinuum and Rolls-Royce have initiated a project to explore hybrid quantum-classical computing for gas turbine design, aiming to leverage future quantum capabilities.
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U.S. Government Transfers $288 Million in Seized Crypto to Coinbase Prime
The U.S. government has transferred $288 million in seized Bitcoin and Ethereum to Coinbase Prime, sparking speculation about a potential sale.
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OpenAI Moves Away from Long Prompts in GPT-5.6
OpenAI has released guidance for GPT-5.6, urging users to keep prompts concise, which has shown to improve performance and reduce costs.
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Binance Celebrates Nine Years with a $4.5 Million Prize Campaign
Binance celebrates its ninth anniversary with a $4.5 million prize campaign and reports significant growth in user base and trading volumes.
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OpenAI's New GPT-5.6 Guidelines Transform Prompting Strategies
OpenAI's updated prompting guide for GPT-5.6 Sol emphasizes concise prompts and outcome-focused strategies, shifting away from lengthy instructions that clutter the process.
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Binance.US CEO outlines plans for rebuilding and aims for 20% U.S. market share
Binance.US is aiming to reclaim its 20% share of the U.S. crypto market through lower fees and new products, as stated by CEO Stephen Gregory.
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Bolivia Explores Incorporating Tether's USDT Stablecoin into Payment Systems
Bolivia is considering adding Tether's USDT stablecoin to its payment systems as it stabilizes economically and continues to regulate crypto assets.
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'The Odyssey' Director Chris Nolan: Young Viewers Reject 'AI Slop'
Christopher Nolan warns that younger audiences are rejecting generative AI, advocating for a return to tangible storytelling in filmmaking.
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Consumer Spending on AI Girlfriends Reaches $427.3 Million
AI girlfriend apps have seen a surge in consumer spending, totaling $427.3 million globally since late 2022, according to Appfigures Intelligence.
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