Elon Musk, with Donald Trump's backing, plans to dismantle USAID and transfer its functional parts to the State Department. Musk's D.O.G.E team has taken control of Treasury payment systems, firing officials and halting payments tied to fraud. However, Trump asserts Musk’s D.O.G.E cannot stop federal payments without his approval.
CatherineAfter speaking with President Trump, Canada and Mexico agreed to curb illegal drugs and immigration, but negotiations continue.
KikyoEl Salvador is increasing its Bitcoin holdings despite IMF conditions, recently purchasing 11 BTC and bringing its total to over 6,067 BTC. To comply with its $1.4 billion IMF agreement, the country has made Bitcoin adoption optional and removed tax payments in BTC.
WeatherlyNicolas Cage has expressed concerns about AI replacing human creativity in filmmaking, warning against its use to manipulate performances. While some, like Tom Hanks, see AI as a way to extend actors' careers, the debate continues to grow in Hollywood, with critical opinions on AI's role in altering films.
JoyMeta’s Frontier AI Framework restricts high-risk AI until safeguards are in place and halts critical-risk AI development indefinitely, prioritising risk mitigation before wider access.
CatherineMicroStrategy paused its Bitcoin purchases after 12 weeks due to market volatility, tax concerns, and economic uncertainty. The company still holds 471,107 BTC but is reassessing its strategy amid fluctuating prices and changing global conditions.
WeatherlyBybit’s CEO, Ben Zhou, warned that crypto liquidations may be as high as $10 billion, far exceeding the $2 billion reported. He explained that limitations in data sharing caused discrepancies, with actual losses likely much higher than public figures suggest.
AnaisLed by Commissioner Hester Peirce, the new crypto task force seeks to resolve regulatory ambiguity, focusing on defining digital assets as securities and enhancing transparency. With the SEC’s stance shifting post-Gensler, can this initiative truly end years of uncertainty?
CatherineCarnegie Mellon and NVIDIA have developed a training technique that gives humanoid robots unmatched agility, mimicking elite athletes like Ronaldo and Kobe. As AI pushes physical limits, could it outpace human athletes?
KikyoMarvel Studios faced criticism from fans who accused them of using AI-generated artwork for a "Fantastic Four" poster due to distorted hands and other anomalies. Marvel denied the allegations, stating no AI was involved in creating the poster.
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