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AI Compresses Global Cooking Knowledge into Just 2MB
KAIKAKU.AI's Epicure condenses extensive culinary knowledge into just 2MB, using AI models to explore ingredient relationships without storing recipes.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
TeraWulf Acquires Site for 1 GW Data Center Campus
TeraWulf has acquired a site in Eastern Kentucky for a 1 GW data center campus, with plans to launch in phases by 2030.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
Myriad Unveils $100K Competition for 2026 World Cup
Myriad has introduced a $100,000 trading competition for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with substantial prizes for top traders and makers.
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Johnny Is No Longer a Mnemonic
Mike Leigh's film "Naked" explores themes of rejection and identity, resonating with cypherpunk ideals through the character Johnny, a modern-day wanderer.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
'Debasement trade' wanes as inflation concerns ease, says JPMorgan
JPMorgan reports that the 'debasement trade' involving bitcoin and gold is losing traction as investors withdraw funds, possibly anticipating a U.S.-Iran peace agreement.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Crypto Major Prices Decline Amid ETF Outflows and Iran Tensions
Cryptocurrency prices have dropped by 3-4% as Bitcoin ETF outflows exceed $1 billion and geopolitical tensions in Iran escalate.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Crypto Market Declines Amid Hormuz Airstrikes, $897 Million in Long Liquidations
The crypto market sees declines following U.S. airstrikes, with Bitcoin and Ether experiencing significant drops and $897 million in liquidations.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Dips Below $73K Amidst Nearly $1B in Crypto Liquidations
Bitcoin has dipped below $73,000 as nearly $1 billion in liquidations hit the crypto market amid growing geopolitical tensions and ETF outflows.
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Cryptocurrency Funds Increase Influence on US Elections
The crypto industry is significantly influencing US elections, with substantial funding directed towards Republican candidates ahead of the 2026 cycle.
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Crypto Cash Fuels New Political Allies in Congress as PACs Shift Focus
The cryptocurrency sector is increasingly backing Republican candidates, with significant PAC spending leading to political victories in Texas and beyond, reshaping the landscape ahead of the midterms.
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Researchers Warn AI Chatbots Might Distort Users' Reality
A study highlights the potential for AI chatbots to distort users' perceptions of reality, introducing the term "existential drift" to describe this phenomenon.
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DeepSeek and Xiaomi Slash AI Costs While U.S. Labs Increase Prices
DeepSeek and Xiaomi have drastically reduced their AI service costs, while American labs have increased theirs, highlighting a growing disparity in the market.
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