PayPal has added Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK) to its supported cryptocurrencies for US users, expanding its crypto offerings alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others. US-based users can now buy, sell, and hold these assets, but transfer to external wallets has not been confirmed.
AnaisElon Musk’s Neuralink is recruiting quadriplegic volunteers for human trials of its mind-controlled brain chips—a major leap in assistive tech. While the promise of restored independence is real, it also raises serious ethical and security concerns. Will this breakthrough empower lives, or invite misuse?
CatherineAbout 100 artists and writers protested at Meta’s London office, accusing it of using their work for AI training without consent or payment. Meta claims to respect intellectual property, but concerns remain. As AI evolves, are authors' rights at risk?
KikyoKyrgyzstan signed an agreement with former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao to develop its crypto and blockchain sector, including education and regulations. The country is also launching a stablecoin tied to the Russian ruble, aiming to expand its digital asset market.
AnaisAn ex-Rippling employee claims he was paid $5,000 in ETH monthly to spy for Deel, its competitor. This comes just after Rippling sued Deel, accusing it of orchestrating a trade-secret theft. Does the lure of money compromise professional integrity?
CatherineCrypto donations in 2025 are expected to hit $2.5 billion, fuelled by digital wealth and better regulations. Binance co-founder CZ’s 1,000 BNB donation to Myanmar and Thailand’s earthquake relief highlights crypto’s rising role in global aid.
KikyoAI image generators are causing concerns in the animation industry, with some fearing they could replace traditional animators, including at Studio Ghibli. Despite the rise of AI, Goro Miyazaki believes the emotional depth and authenticity of Ghibli’s hand-drawn style cannot be replicated by machines.
AnaisThe Cardano Foundation has launched Veridian, an open-source digital identity platform that gives users control over their data without relying on third-party verification. The platform features a Veridian Wallet for secure credential management and integrates with the Cardano blockchain for added trust and security.
WeatherlyUnresolved lawsuits usually transfer to the acquiring company. If ByteDance sells TikTok's US operations, legal challenges could deter potential buyers from taking on its 170 million American users.
CatherineThe European Union is preparing to fine Elon Musk's platform, X, over $1 billion for alleged violations of the Digital Services Act, including failure to manage disinformation. X is also facing an investigation into its handling of hate speech, with the potential for further penalties.
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