TikTok allegedly gave thousands of users fake Algo Refresh activations while testing engagement and ad revenue. The lawsuit also alleges safety features were disabled for some users, including a teenager later exposed to suicide and self-harm content.
WeatherlyMeta has introduced new AI tools to detect harmless-looking ads that secretly direct users to child sexual abuse material and block the accounts and links involved. Meta has introduced new AI tools to detect harmless-looking ads that secretly direct users to child sexual abuse material and block the accounts and links involved.
AnaisSamsung is adding USDC cross-border transfers to Samsung Wallet for 82 million US Galaxy devices from late October. Users can send USDC to wallets or bank accounts in more than 60 countries through Solana.
WeatherlyEuropol warned that crypto wallets, rather than blockchains, are the main risk from future quantum computers and urged the industry to adopt stronger security now. The agency said exposed Bitcoin keys cannot be fixed later, with about 6.04 million BTC already at risk, while also warning about encrypted data being collected for future decryption.
AnaisOpenAI said most teens spend 15 minutes or less a day on ChatGPT, while fewer than 2% use it for more than three hours. The company is adding more study tools, but Common Sense Media questioned whether ChatGPT for Teens reliably alerts parents about sensitive conversations.
WeatherlyA bipartisan US congressional investigation accused Webull of having deep ties to China that could put American investors’ data and assets at risk, citing its ownership, workforce and technology systems. Webull rejected the claims, saying US customer data is stored domestically, while its shares fell nearly 20% after the report was released.
AnaisStandard Chartered plans to launch digital asset custody services in Singapore for institutional clients by the end of 2026. The service will let accredited investors store selected cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and tokenised assets under a single regulated banking system.
WeatherlyGoogle Cloud has launched the Gemini Agent, which can complete tasks across workplace apps and operate as an AI coworker. Pricing and a general release date remain unannounced, while security and spending controls are built in.
AnaisNethermind and ZEUS have applied to Anthropic’s AI security scanner to find software vulnerabilities. The free service aims to help crypto developers fix security flaws faster and prevent attacks.
WeatherlyEmpire Market co-creator Raheim Hamilton received 40 years in prison and a $5 million fine for facilitating $430 million in illegal transactions. He will forfeit $101 million in bitcoin, ether and three properties.
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