GameStop announced plans to buy Bitcoin as part of a strategy to improve its finances, following in the footsteps of companies like Strategy. Despite facing declining sales, GameStop hopes the Bitcoin investment will boost its stock and long-term financial health.
AnaisThe UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is concerned about the rise of high-risk crypto investments among individuals under 35. The FCA plans to track the growth of “mainstream investments” by 2030 while using AI to streamline regulations and improve enforcement.
KikyoBen Armstrong, known as "BitBoy," was arrested in Florida on March 25, 2025, following legal issues related to emails he sent to a judge. This adds to his ongoing legal troubles, including a previous arrest and a class-action lawsuit settlement in 2024.
AnaisTwelve Football Earpiece aims to democratise football data science. Through its Earpiece Chat on WhatsApp, users can access detailed reports on players worldwide for under $20 a month, making advanced insights widely accessible.
CatherineThe South Korean government has blocked access to 17 foreign crypto exchanges, including KuCoin and MEXC, at the request of the Financial Intelligence Unit. These platforms can no longer be installed or updated in South Korea, disrupting access for users and limiting their services.
WeatherlyPolymarket’s $7 million betting market was accused of manipulation after resolving incorrectly in favour of “Yes” despite no official agreement. Reports suggest UMA token whales influenced the outcome, causing user losses and raising governance concerns. Polymarket denies market failure and refuses refunds, leaving its future credibility in question.
CatherineUS President Trump suggested reducing tariffs on Chinese imports to help secure a deal for TikTok's US operations, which must be sold by 5 April 2025. Negotiations with potential buyers are ongoing, but the sale's success depends on approval from the US, China, and ByteDance.
WeatherlySouth Korea has pressured Google Play to block 17 foreign crypto exchanges, including KuCoin and MEXC, to protect local investors and enforce strict regulations on unregistered platforms.
KikyoAlibaba’s "Qwen2.5-Omni-7B" AI model processes text, images, audio, and video with natural speech responses, running on smartphones. This innovation accelerates real-time applications and highlights China’s growing dominance in the AI race.
CatherineIndonesian authorities are investigating a cryptocurrency scam where victims were tricked into transferring large sums to bank accounts, including those linked to Bank Central Asia (BCA). BCA has responded by pledging full cooperation with law enforcement and urging customers to stay vigilant against fraud.
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