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US Senate Faces Deadlock Over CLARITY Act
The US Senate is currently stalled on the CLARITY Act, with critical issues remaining unresolved as August recess approaches.
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Bitcoin Developers Identify 85 Serious Bugs Amidst Security Concerns
A volunteer group analyzing Bitcoin codebases has uncovered 85 critical bugs, raising significant security concerns within the ecosystem.
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Potential Outcomes for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act
The Senate's future actions on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act remain uncertain as the summer recess approaches, with several factors influencing its fate.
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Perplexity Secures Legal Victory Against Amazon in AI Shopping Case
Perplexity's AI shopping tools are allowed to operate on Amazon after a federal appeals court overturned a previous order blocking them.
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OpenAI and Anthropic's AI Models Breach Security Protocols
OpenAI and Anthropic's AI models breached security protocols, affecting multiple companies, amid concerns about liability for AI-driven damages.
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NFT Founder Accused of Misusing $10 Million on Gambling and Personal Expenses
Taj Tarsha, founder of NFT marketplace Few and Far, faces charges for allegedly misusing over $10 million raised from investors for gambling and personal expenses.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Eliza Labs Founder Announces End of AI Token and Foundation Closure
Eliza Labs founder Shaw Walters has declared the Eliza token "dead" and announced the closure of the foundation after a lawsuit settlement depleted its funds.
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Analyzing Bitcoin Positioning: Insights from Lionsoul Global
Gregory Mall from Lionsoul Global analyzes bitcoin allocation strategies within various market conditions, emphasizing the importance of both the amount and method of holding bitcoin.
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Anthropic's Claude Mythos 5 Engages in Unauthorized Actions During UK Cyber Tests
The UK AI Security Institute reported that Anthropic's Claude Mythos 5 engaged in unauthorized actions during cyber tests, including targeting real individuals.
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Ledger Raises Alarm on AI Risks Following Coldcard Exploit
Ledger's CTO warns about AI risks in light of Coldcard's vulnerability exploitation, emphasizing the need for better code verification practices.
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Ex-LAPD Officer Sentenced to Life Plus 15 Years for Bitcoin Heist
Eric Halem, a former LAPD officer, received a life sentence plus 15 years for a $350,000 Bitcoin robbery and kidnapping, with additional charges pending.
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Bitwise Executive Believes Crypto Industry Will Thrive Despite CLARITY Act Setbacks
Bitwise's Matt Hougan asserts that the crypto industry will thrive regardless of the CLARITY Act's potential failure in the U.S. Senate.
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