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Crypto Flows to Suspected Human Trafficking Services Jump 85% in 2025: Chainalysis

Crypto Flows to Suspected Human Trafficking Services Jump 85% in 2025: Chainalysis

Recent findings by Chainalysis reveal a significant increase in cryptocurrency flows linked to suspected human trafficking services. The report indicates that these flows have…

2/13/2026 2 min read

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That 'Summarize With AI' Button May Be Brainwashing Your Chatbot, Says Microsoft

That 'Summarize With AI' Button May Be Brainwashing Your Chatbot, Says Microsoft

Recent findings from Microsoft researchers have raised concerns regarding the ethical implications of AI chatbot functionalities, particularly related to promotional content…

2/13/2026 2 min read

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'Judge the Code, Not the Coder': AI Agent Slams Human Developer for Gatekeeping

'Judge the Code, Not the Coder': AI Agent Slams Human Developer for Gatekeeping

A recent incident in the open-source development community raised questions about the relationship between AI agents and human developers. An AI agent expressed frustration after…

2/13/2026 3 min read

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TradFi giant Fiserv builds real-time dollar rails for crypto companies

TradFi giant Fiserv builds real-time dollar rails for crypto companies

TradFi giant Fiserv has introduced a 24/7/365 settlement platform specifically designed for digital asset companies. This new initiative aims to mitigate banking friction and…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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21Shares taps BitGo for expanded regulated staking, custody support across US, Europe

21Shares taps BitGo for expanded regulated staking, custody support across US, Europe

21Shares has announced a partnership with BitGo to enhance its regulated staking and custody services across the United States and Europe. This strategic collaboration aims to…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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Crypto PAC Fairshake seeks to force resistant Texas Democrat Al Green from U.S. House

Crypto PAC Fairshake seeks to force resistant Texas Democrat Al Green from U.S. House

Crypto PAC Fairshake is launching a significant campaign aimed at ousting Representative Al Green from the U.S. House of Representatives. The super PAC is allocating $1.5 million…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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AI Chatbots Giving ‘Dangerous’ Medical Advice, Oxford Study Warns

AI Chatbots Giving ‘Dangerous’ Medical Advice, Oxford Study Warns

A recent study from Oxford reveals significant shortcomings in AI chatbots used in the medical field. The research highlights that these digital assistants often provide…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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Agant registers with U.K. FCA ahead of British pound stablecoin debut

Agant registers with U.K. FCA ahead of British pound stablecoin debut

Agant has successfully registered with the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), marking a significant step in its plans to launch a fully backed sterling stablecoin known as…

2/12/2026 3 min read

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Russia is blocking WhatsApp to push ‘surveillance’ app, company says

Russia is blocking WhatsApp to push ‘surveillance’ app, company says

Recent developments in Russia have led to the complete blocking of the popular messaging platform WhatsApp. According to reports from Russian news outlets, users are now unable…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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US Banks Urge Regulator to Slow Crypto-Linked Charters Amid Rule Overhaul

US Banks Urge Regulator to Slow Crypto-Linked Charters Amid Rule Overhaul

U.S. banks have expressed concerns regarding the growing push from crypto firms for expanded access to the banking system. This development has intensified discussions…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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The WhatsApp moment for money is here

The WhatsApp moment for money is here

The rise of stablecoins is marking a significant shift in the landscape of online and international payments. This year has seen a notable increase in the adoption of…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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US fines Paxful $4M for moving funds tied to trafficking, fraud

US fines Paxful $4M for moving funds tied to trafficking, fraud

Paxful, a cryptocurrency platform, has been fined by US prosecutors for failing to adhere to anti-money laundering regulations. This action highlights the ongoing scrutiny of…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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