A French court blocked Telegram founder Pavel Durov from travelling to Norway to speak at the Oslo Freedom Forum due to ongoing legal charges in France. He will now deliver his speech online, while Telegram also faces a possible ban in Vietnam over crime concerns.
WeatherlyLast week, X faced its third global outage, affecting users worldwide. With no explanation given, one wonders: Is Elon Musk too busy with his many ventures to manage the platform, or is he simply overwhelmed?
CatherineMetaplanet, a former hotel company turned Bitcoin investor, became Japan’s most traded stock as locals rushed to buy it through tax-free NISA accounts. Its strong link to Bitcoin and tax benefits have made it a popular choice for investors avoiding Japan’s high crypto taxes.
AnaisMihailo Bjelic’s exit marks the third Polygon co-founder to leave in two years, sparking concerns about leadership stability and the protocol’s long-term direction.
KikyoA cybersecurity expert warns that AI makes it easier for scammers to copy voices and videos, tricking people into giving money. He suggests families use secret passwords to check if calls or messages are genuine and avoid falling for these scams.
WeatherlyGoogle’s AI Mode risks Reddit’s traffic by delivering direct answers from Reddit content without clicks, contributing to a 15% stock drop and user volatility. Reddit’s “Reddit Answers” aims to boost on-site search and retain users amidst rising AI competition.
CatherineCoinbase is being sued by investors for not telling them sooner about a major data breach and a fine from UK regulators. The breach exposed personal user data, causing the company’s shares to drop and leading to multiple legal actions.
AnaisFlorida has proposed a law to remove capital gains tax on Bitcoin and other assets, aiming to attract more investors and boost cryptocurrency use. If passed, this could lead other US states to follow suit and encourage clearer national rules on crypto taxes.
AnaisElon Musk says X Money will launch soon in a “very limited access” beta, adding a digital wallet for storing funds and peer-to-peer payments. While it moves X closer to becoming an “everything app,” the lack of crypto—despite Musk’s support—raises questions about its broader appeal.
CatherineSBF’s release is now set four years earlier than his original 25-year sentence. FTX executives Ryan Salame and Caroline Ellison also received sentence reductions for good behaviour.
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