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Revolut Exposes Customer Data in Government Scam Incident
Revolut inadvertently leaked sensitive customer data, including passports and Bitcoin transactions, after falling for a fraudulent government request.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Users Claim OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra Model Has Deteriorated
Users are expressing dissatisfaction with OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra model, claiming it has become less effective just a week after its launch, echoing past complaints about AI performance.
Mercation Admin4 min - News
Ripple's Evolution and Current Challenges
Ripple has expanded its operations significantly, aiming for $1 billion in revenue by 2026, but XRP's value has declined over the same period.
Mercation Admin6 min - News
Cyberattacks Targeting Law Firms Surge as Stolen Documents Appear Online
Cyberattacks on law firms are rising, with Greenberg Traurig reporting unauthorized access to documents that appeared on the dark web, amid other breaches in the industry.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
OpenAI Seeks Congressional Guidance on AI Development Slowdown Legality
OpenAI is seeking clarification from Congress on the legal implications of a potential slowdown in AI development among rival companies amid safety concerns.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Robinhood Sees 61% Surge in Crypto Trading Volume in August
In August, Robinhood's crypto trading volume jumped 61% to $17.5 billion, though it remains below last year's figures. Event contracts also saw significant growth.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Surges as Inflation Figures Are Assessed Ahead of Fed Meeting
Bitcoin's price is on the rise as market participants analyze recent inflation data ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Bitcoin Recovers from Drop to $76,000 Following U.S. Inflation Data
Bitcoin rebounded from a dip to $76,000 after the U.S. inflation report showed rising consumer prices, while Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies also gained.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
EU Regulator Flags Insider Trading in Prediction Markets
The European Securities and Markets Authority highlights insider trading issues in prediction markets, noting a lack of popularity in the EU due to regulatory constraints.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
OpenAI Seeks Congressional Clarification on Coordinated AI Slowdown
OpenAI has asked Congress for guidance on the legality of a coordinated slowdown in AI development, amid concerns over antitrust laws.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Sam Bankman-Fried Appeals to Supreme Court to Overturn Fraud Conviction
Sam Bankman-Fried has petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn his 25-year fraud conviction, claiming urgent need for review after the Second Circuit upheld the ruling.
Mercation Admin2 min - Crypto
Bitcoin's Recent Decline Amid Market Turmoil, Golden Cross on Horizon
Bitcoin has dipped 1.22% today to $77,323, but a golden cross may be imminent, signaling potential bullish trends ahead.
Mercation Admin3 min