The US Navy Has Run Out of Pants
Plus: The US intelligence community formally blames Iran for Trump campaign hack, aircraft-tracking platform FlightAware says a “configuration error” exposed sensitive user data, and more. Powered by...
‘World’s Coolest Dictator’ Bukele Promotes El Salvador as Free Speech Haven
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele highlighted his country’s commitment to free speech and safety in a recent social media post, indirectly referencing the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France. Bukele emphasized that El Salvador guarantees freedom from arrest, censorship, and asset seizure for exercising free speech, positioning the nation as a haven for […] Powered by...
Vitalik Buterin Raises Concerns Over Telegram CEO’s Arrest and Its Implications for Tech Freedom
Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has voiced his concerns following the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France. Buterin criticized Telegram’s previous approach to encryption but expressed alarm over the arrest, suggesting it poses a threat to software and communication freedom in Europe. He highlighted the shift in public criticism of tech leaders, noting the […] Powered by...
DMM Group and Progmat Collaborate to Create a Regulated Stablecoin
Digital asset platform Progmat and DMM, a Japanese entertainment giant, are collaborating to create a new stablecoin on the Progmat Coin platform. The stablecoin will be used within the Seamoon Protocol, a Web3 network for culture and entertainment. DMM Crypto, a subsidiary of DMM Group, expects to utilize the stablecoin to enhance user experiences and […] Powered by...
AI Curiosity Explodes: South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya Embrace the Technology
During the first half of 2024, Google Search trends revealed a significant rise in interest in artificial intelligence (AI) in South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya. Interest in AI grew by 150% in Kenya, 130% in Nigeria, and 120% in South Africa compared to the same period in 2023. Kenya ranked fourth in Africa and 13th […] Powered by...