Alan Joseph, a 36-year-old from Lancaster, Massachusetts, was convicted on 22 November 2024 for operating an unlicensed money transmitting business and laundering money through Bitcoin for criminals involved in trafficking counterfeit goods. He faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine, with sentencing set for February 2025.
AnaisCybercriminals are targeting Apple users with a new scam just in time for Black Friday, exploiting the holiday shopping rush. By sending emails claiming an Apple ID has been suspended, they aim to trick users into revealing sensitive information on fake websites.
WeatherlyLarge Language Models (LLMs) excel at complex business tasks, but experts see promise in energy-efficient Small Language Models (SLMs). With their targeted advantages, could SLMs be AI’s next frontier?
CatherineAuthorities shut down a major scam call centre in the Philippines, arresting over 250 people involved in defrauding Australian men through fake dating and cryptocurrency scams. The Australian Federal Police have launched Operation Firestorm to target organised crime syndicates and protect citizens from these growing scams.
WeatherlyKraken will close its NFT marketplace by 27 February 2025, shifting focus to new projects. Starting 27 November, the platform will enter withdrawal-only mode. The move follows market saturation and declining demand, making growth challenging for NFT platforms.
CatherineTRON founder Justin Sun has become an advisor to Donald Trump’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial Inc. (WLFI), after investing $30 million as its largest backer. Was his investment key to securing the role?
KikyoA viral AI video reimagines Elon Musk as a Ming dynasty secret agent, blending martial arts and political satire. The clip has gained over 61,000 views on YouTube and 116,100 views on X, receiving praise for its creativity and humour.
JoyBlueSky's rapid growth has increased harmful content, driving stricter moderation. The platform also faces regulatory scrutiny from the European Commission for not disclosing key operational details, adding to its challenges amid user migration from Elon Musk's X.
CatherineOpenAI's video-generating tool, Sora, was leaked on Hugging Face, sparking backlash from artists who feel exploited due to lack of compensation and transparency. The company paused access to address safety concerns, while the creative community remains wary of AI tools replacing human jobs.
AnaisSouth Korean prosecutors seized over $9.3 million in Bitcoin from a convicted scam operator who targeted elderly citizens and North Korean defectors. Despite his conviction, the scammer showed no remorse, stating he “did not regret” his actions if it benefited his family.
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