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Hungary to Lift Strict Restrictions on Crypto Market
Hungary plans to lift strict restrictions on the crypto market, allowing for greater participation and compliance ease for local firms.
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IMF Calls for Nepal to Regulate Rising Crypto Activity Despite Ban
The IMF has highlighted a rise in cryptocurrency usage in Nepal, urging the country to regulate the sector despite its existing ban.
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Bithumb's CEO Investigated in South Korean Bribery Case
Bithumb's CEO, Lee Jae-won, is under investigation for alleged bribery related to hiring a lawmaker's relative, as South Korean authorities intensify their probe.
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Anthropic CEO Calls for Stricter AI Oversight
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, advocates for stricter AI regulations, including mandatory safety checks and external audits, to address potential risks and labor market disruptions.
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Japan's parliament set to enact extensive crypto regulation similar to stocks
Japan's parliament is set to pass a significant bill regulating cryptocurrencies like stocks, aimed at fostering market growth and innovation.
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Two More U.S. States Ban Cryptocurrency ATMs
Delaware and New Jersey have enacted laws banning cryptocurrency ATMs due to fraud risks, joining other states in this initiative.
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Meta Removes Facial Recognition Feature from Smart Glasses After Controversy
Meta has removed facial recognition features from its smart glasses app following a WIRED investigation revealing hidden biometric profiling capabilities.
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Philippines' central bank confirms Binance and BlockShoals lack operating licenses
The Philippine central bank has announced that Binance and its local partner BlockShoals do not hold the necessary licenses to operate as virtual asset service providers in the country.
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Bitwise: Advisors Shift Focus from Bitcoin to Stablecoins and RWA
Financial advisors are shifting their focus from Bitcoin to stablecoins and tokenized assets, according to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan.
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Former xAI Engineer Sues Over Dismissal After Complaints About Grok
Devin Kim, a former engineer at xAI, has filed a lawsuit against xAI and SpaceX, alleging wrongful termination after he raised safety concerns about Grok.
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Former xAI Engineer Sues Over Dismissal After Complaints About Grok
Devin Kim, a former xAI engineer, is suing xAI and SpaceX, alleging he was fired for raising safety concerns about Grok.
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MIT Study Reveals AI Assistance May Hinder Misinformation Detection
A study from MIT reveals that while AI can enhance misinformation detection accuracy, it may ultimately impair individuals' ability to identify fake news independently.
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