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MrBeast Nabs $200 Million Investment from Tom Lee’s Bitmine

MrBeast Nabs $200 Million Investment from Tom Lee’s Bitmine

Bitmine Immersion Technologies Inc., recognized as the largest corporate holder of the cryptocurrency Ether, has announced a significant investment. The company, which is chaired…

1/15/2026 2 min read

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DeFi quietly breaks up with Discord as scams overwhelm public channels

DeFi quietly breaks up with Discord as scams overwhelm public channels

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) protocols are shifting away from traditional communication platforms like Discord, opting instead for ticketed help desks and live support systems.…

1/15/2026 3 min read

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Robinhood CEO Says AI Could Spark a ‘Job Singularity’

Robinhood CEO Says AI Could Spark a ‘Job Singularity’

Vlad Tenev, the CEO of Robinhood, has expressed his views on the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on job creation. Tenev argues that rather than merely displacing…

1/15/2026 2 min read

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Don’t believe the banks lobbying against stablecoins

Don’t believe the banks lobbying against stablecoins

The ongoing debate surrounding stablecoins continues to capture the attention of financial institutions and regulators alike. A recent perspective suggests that issuers of…

1/14/2026 2 min read

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Big banks want to freeze innovation. History says that’s a mistake

Big banks want to freeze innovation. History says that’s a mistake

The ongoing discourse surrounding stablecoin yield has sparked significant debate within the financial sector. According to Bill Hughes, who serves as Senior Counsel and Director…

1/14/2026 2 min read

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UK rolls back digital ID for work checks as privacy fears drive backlash

UK rolls back digital ID for work checks as privacy fears drive backlash

The UK government has decided to abandon its plans to implement mandatory digital identification for workers. This decision comes in response to significant public concern…

1/14/2026 2 min read

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Visa teams up with BVNK to launch stablecoin payouts

Visa teams up with BVNK to launch stablecoin payouts

Visa has announced a collaboration with BVNK to introduce a new feature that enables companies to make stablecoin payouts to digital wallets. This innovative service allows for…

1/14/2026 2 min read

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‘Concerning trend’: Impersonation scams swell 1400% in 2025

‘Concerning trend’: Impersonation scams swell 1400% in 2025

In a troubling development within the cryptocurrency landscape, impersonation scams have surged dramatically, with reports indicating a staggering increase of 1400% in 2025. This…

1/14/2026 2 min read

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Former Mayor Eric Adams Hijacked 'NYC Token' Concept, Startup Claims

Former Mayor Eric Adams Hijacked 'NYC Token' Concept, Startup Claims

The concept behind a cryptocurrency project associated with former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing significant challenges as new allegations surface. The startup behind…

1/14/2026 3 min read

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Ukraine blocks Polymarket in wider online gambling crackdown

Ukraine blocks Polymarket in wider online gambling crackdown

Polymarket, a popular prediction market platform, has recently faced regulatory obstacles in Ukraine amidst a broader crackdown on online gambling. This development underscores…

1/13/2026 3 min read

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Meta to cut 10% of metaverse arm this week amid AI push: Report

Meta to cut 10% of metaverse arm this week amid AI push: Report

Meta's Reality Labs, the division responsible for its metaverse initiatives, is preparing to implement significant budget cuts. This decision comes as the company shifts its…

1/13/2026 2 min read

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Apple Taps Google's Gemini to Power AI Models After 'Apple Intelligence' Stumbles

Apple Taps Google's Gemini to Power AI Models After 'Apple Intelligence' Stumbles

Apple has announced that its upcoming generation of artificial intelligence models will utilize Google's Gemini technology. This decision comes after Apple's previous in-house AI…

1/12/2026 3 min read

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