In a discussion with Exeton News, Raz Niv, the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Blockaid, a Web3 security enterprise, alongside Kate Kurbanova, co-founder of the risk management firm Apostro, shed light on the sophisticated and continually evolving techniques of cryptocurrency thieves. They explored the complex methods these attackers use to siphon funds from crypto…
The Solana-based meme coin, with a canine theme, continued to lead conversations on Twitter for another week. This surge in popularity has caused significant congestion on several layer 2 networks due to a high number of inscriptions. A week has passed, and BONK remains at the forefront. Despite the odds, this dog-inspired meme coin on…
“According to recent data derived from blockchain records, Justin Sun, the founder of Tron (TRX), has made new investments by acquiring four alternative cryptocurrencies through the Binance platform.” Cryptocurrency magnate Justin Sun currently holds assets valued at approximately $1.4 billion in identified wallets. Since early December, Sun has realized an estimated profit of around $310…
The popularity of websites and applications utilizing artificial intelligence to digitally undress women in photographs is on the rise, researchers have found. Data from Graphika, a social network analysis firm, reveals that in the month of September, these undressing websites attracted a staggering 24 million visitors. According to Graphika, numerous “nudify” or undressing services are…
Blockchain technology serves as the foundational infrastructure for cryptocurrencies, enabling their existence as a secure means of conducting and verifying transactions and data. In this context, blockchain can be likened to a software platform, similar to how Microsoft Windows operates, upon which various applications (like cryptocurrencies) can be developed. Here’s an overview of blockchain technology,…
Meta, a major player in social media, is advancing its technological frontiers with the development of innovative artificial intelligence (AI) tools tailored for its Facebook and Instagram platforms. On November 16, Meta announced through a blog post the introduction of new AI models designed for enhancing content creation and editing. The company has unveiled two…
The European Commission has set a deadline of December 1 for Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook) and Snap Inc. to provide additional details regarding their efforts to protect children from illegal and harmful content on their platforms. This request for information about the measures taken by these companies to enhance child safety comes in response to…
The European Union has set a deadline of November 30 for YouTube and TikTok, both under Alphabet’s umbrella, to respond to an information request regarding their strategies for safeguarding children from illegal and harmful content, as announced by the European Commission on Thursday. The Commission is seeking additional details on the steps taken by these…
SC Ventures, the innovative arm of Standard Chartered, and the dynamic Japanese conglomerate SBI Holdings are teaming up to pioneer a groundbreaking digital asset joint venture right in the heart of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This exciting collaboration is set to make waves, with a laser focus on investing in a wide spectrum of…
In the most recent development concerning fines imposed on the prominent U.S. tech giant, Google has been penalized by a Moscow court for its failure to store the personal data of its Russian users within Russian borders. This situation arises amidst the growing tensions between Russia and Western countries, especially in the aftermath of the…
Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, currently employs 2,294 content moderators to oversee compliance with EU online content rules. This number is significantly smaller compared to the more substantial moderation teams at Google and TikTok, as disclosed by a senior European Commission official on a recent occasion. The EU Digital Services Act (DSA), which has…
Adnoc Distribution, the UAE’s leading fuel and convenience retailer, is accelerating its electric vehicle (EV) charging point expansion for the upcoming year. The company’s CEO is steering towards having a total of 50 operational charging points by the end of 2023, with plans to strategically position them along high-demand highways, serving the commuting needs from…
In 2020, Apple achieved a significant victory when the EU’s General Court ruled in favor of its challenge against the European Commission’s 2016 decision. This marked a crucial moment for the tech giant in its ongoing legal battle with the European Union over a €13 billion ($14 billion) tax payment. However, recent developments have brought…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has set clear guidelines on the use of its highly anticipated generative artificial intelligence tools for political campaigners. In an engaging statement on its website, Meta declared that advertisers promoting candidates and causes will not have access to the innovative AI tools for ads creation. The company stated, “As…
