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Wells Fargo and Cisco Join Growing List of Companies Opposing Tokenized Stocks
Wells Fargo and Cisco are among six companies that have formally objected to trading their shares on the upcoming OKXICE TSV platform, raising concerns about tokenized stocks.
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Study Reveals 97% of Mobile Apps Lack Post-Quantum Cryptography
A study shows 97% of mobile apps lack post-quantum cryptography, raising security concerns.
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X100 Protocol Loses $4.7 Million in Governance Attack
The X100 protocol on Ethereum was hacked, resulting in a loss of $4.7 million in stablecoins due to a governance exploit.
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Google Updates Privacy Policy to Use Gmail and Photos Data for Ads
Google's updated privacy policy now allows Gmail and Photos data to be used for personalized ads, contingent on user consent for AI features.
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Sweden Blocks ChatGPT and Claude, Endorses Microsoft Copilot
Sweden's Government Offices will block ChatGPT and Claude, endorsing Microsoft Copilot as the only approved AI tool due to security concerns.
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Push for Digital-Only Games Has Been Ongoing Since 2007, Says Former Activision Employee
Robert Bowling reveals that Activision aimed to eliminate physical game discs as early as 2007, driven by profit motives and market control.
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HSBC Launches Hong Kong Dollar Stablecoin RedCoin for Millions
HSBC has launched RedCoin, a Hong Kong dollar stablecoin, on its PayMe app, accessible to over 3.3 million users for transactions and payments.
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Moonshot AI Launches Kimi K3.1 Pro with Limited Cyber Capabilities
Moonshot AI has launched Kimi K3.1 Pro, enhancing programming and 3D modeling while limiting cybersecurity capabilities.
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Rising Oil Prices Threaten Bitcoin's Capital Inflows, Analyst Warns
Analysts warn that high oil prices could hinder Bitcoin's capital inflows, while market sentiment cools without major sell-offs.
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Elon Musk's Control Over Tesla Merger Process Highlighted in SpaceX Filing
Elon Musk's influence over a potential Tesla merger is highlighted in SpaceX's SEC filing, requiring his approval despite his recusal from talks.
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SEC Identifies AI and Tokenization as Key Market Risks for 2027
The SEC has identified AI and tokenization as key areas of focus for its FY2027 examination priorities, highlighting systemic market risks.
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AI Misstep Leaves Smart TV User Frustrated
An AI assistant's error led to a user losing their smart TV's customized setup while attempting to install a new launcher, raising concerns about AI reliability.
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