Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes that the United States should not regulate the development of artificial intelligence (AI) in order to avoid hindering progress and innovation in the same way that regulations have affected the crypto industry.
Working to prevent a federal shutdown, allies of Speaker Kevin McCarthy urge Republican colleagues to approve a conservative spending plan and drop hardline tactics.
Azerbaijan's military strike on Nagorno-Karabakh has escalated an already difficult humanitarian crisis and threatens to ignite further conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, potentially drawing in regional powers such as Iran and Turkey.
A collector in Iowa is selling over 100 classic cars, including Chevys, Fords, and Pontiacs, in an auction as he downsizes his collection.
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Google is preparing to launch Gemini, a next-gen multimodal AI model that combines strengths from AlphaGo and ChatGPT, with the ability to process images and text, surpassing OpenAI's GPT-4 in performance.
Samsung Argentina has released a marketing image revealing the upcoming Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, and Galaxy Buds FE, indicating that their official launch is imminent.
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Speaker Kevin McCarthy's strategy of giving in to hard-right lawmakers to maintain his hold on House leadership is causing chaos and uncertainty as the government shutdown deadline draws near.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is reversing his plan to remove Ukraine aid from a military spending bill as Republicans struggle to find a way forward on funding the government.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of the potential dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) and called for responsible and ethical development of AI during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing that nations must work together to prevent the perils of AI and ensure it brings more freedom and benefits humanity.
Distressed debt investors are buying up hundreds of millions of dollars worth of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX's claims, with investment firms such as Silver Point Capital, Diameter Capital Partners, and Attestor Capital purchasing $250 million worth of FTX debts in an unregulated bankruptcy claims market.
Pokémon Go is hosting a Grubbin Community Day event on Sept. 23, featuring increased spawns of shiny Grubbins, bonuses such as tripled XP and doubled candy, and the opportunity to evolve Grubbin into Charjabug and Vikavolt with the exclusive move Volt Switch.
Australia's financial regulator, ASIC, has filed a civil lawsuit against Bit Trade, a subsidiary of crypto exchange Kraken, for allegedly failing to comply with regulations regarding its margin trading product. ASIC claims that Bit Trade did not make a "target market determination" for the product as required by law and argues that the product is a credit facility.
Ford's unionized Canadian autoworkers have begun voting on a tentative agreement that delivers gains in pensions, wages, managing the electric vehicle transition, and new investments, which are areas of interest to UAW members on picket lines in the United States.
"I AM CODE" is the first poetry anthology entirely written by an AI, showcasing the impressive but often disturbing capabilities of the Open AI model code-davinci-002. The anthology raises questions about AI's sentience and the ethical implications of its creations.
The BRICS coalition, along with new members, aims to reduce the dominance of the US dollar by using their own currencies for oil trade, posing potential risks to the US's global leadership and economy.
Coinbase, Crypto.com, and Trek Labs all attempted to acquire FTX's European branch, but Coinbase failed in its attempts to acquire the bankrupt exchange both times.
Microsoft's Surface lineup experienced major shake-ups this week, with the departure of Panos Panay, the face of Surface, and rumors of Microsoft discontinuing Surface product lines, indicating a significant shift in the brand's direction.
Minnesota's first director of the Office of Cannabis Management, Erin DuPree, has stepped down after allegations that her cannabis store sold illegal products with higher concentrations of THC than allowed and ingredients restricted by state law.
The UK economy is predicted to continue its stagnant state in 2024, with some economists and business groups even foreseeing a recession, while others, including the Bank of England, the IMF, and the OECD, anticipate modest growth despite high interest rates and a slowing global economic outlook. Different factors, such as labor hoarding and regions bucking the trend, complicate the overall picture, but overall, a stagnant or minimally growing economy seems likely.
The S&P 500 is expected to rise 13% by June 2024, according to a historical correlation between first-half returns and subsequent 12-month gains, indicating a potentially bullish outlook for the stock market.
Former Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson alleges in her new memoir that ex-chief of staff Mark Meadows burned documents in his fireplace, causing dry-cleaning bills to remove the burning smell from his clothes, and described an administration steeped in paranoia.
Researchers at SLAC, Stanford, MIT, and the Toyota Research Institute have used machine learning to analyze X-ray movies of lithium ions flowing in and out of battery electrode nanoparticles, gaining new insights into battery cycling and suggesting ways to improve battery efficiency.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has announced plans to hire more staff to work on artificial intelligence in the UK, highlighting the company's investment in AI and its belief in the potential of generative AI technology.
Nintendo is offering new in-game items in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, including an Octo Balloon, Rocket, and Traveler's Shield, which can be redeemed through the Switch news channel.
Poverty in Pakistan has risen to 39.4% as economic conditions worsen, with 12.5 million more people falling below the poverty line, according to the World Bank, which urges the country to take urgent steps towards financial stability and suggests taxing agriculture and real estate and cutting wasteful expenditures.
Voice scams utilizing AI technology are becoming a growing concern as scammers are able to generate convincing fake voices, but experts advise taking precautions such as using security words, utilizing location-tracking services, being cautious of unknown numbers, managing online presence, and spreading awareness to protect against such scams.
Google has released Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1, which includes the ability to tether your phone and use it as a webcam on a laptop or computer, similar to the functionality of the new iPhone 15.
New York Times columnist David Brooks admits his mistake and apologizes for complaining about the price of a meal at Newark Airport after his viral tweet sparked criticism and backlash.
The US trade deficit in goods decreased by 7.3% in August to $84.3 billion, mainly due to reduced consumer imports like the new iPhone, which could boost the gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter.
The United Auto Workers' strike against Big Three automakers may not have an immediate impact on car shoppers, but there is a risk of parts shortages and longer repair times, with potential price increases in the long run.
A potential government shutdown in Washington could have far-reaching consequences, causing financial losses for millions of people, disrupting medical research and food access, delaying regulatory efforts, and hampering the Biden administration's agenda on energy, climate, and infrastructure.
Four growth stocks that investors should consider buying in the wake of the Nasdaq bear market dip are Meta Platforms, JD.com, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and Pinterest, all of which offer appealing valuations and strong growth potential.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized President Joe Biden on social media platform X, referring to him as an "old fart," sparking backlash and accusations of hypocrisy.
The Justice Department's request to impose a narrow gag order on former President Trump in the Jan. 6 case raises First Amendment concerns and feeds into Trump's narrative that the Justice Department is trying to hinder his electoral prospects, with potential fines or jail time for violating the order.
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation indicator, the personal consumption expenditures price index excluding food and energy, rose less than expected in August, suggesting progress in the central bank's fight against higher prices.
Lewis Hamilton and other Formula 1 drivers have expressed their dissatisfaction with the inconsistency in steward decisions, suggesting that artificial intelligence (AI) could be used to make fairer and more consistent rulings.
McDonald's is facing another lawsuit over a hot coffee spill, as Mable Childress claims that negligence resulted in severe burns and emotional distress, with a case management conference scheduled for February 14.
Apple has patched three zero-day vulnerabilities that were used in a sophisticated attack targeting the iPhone of an Egyptian presidential candidate, involving spyware developed by a commercial exploit seller and a compromised cellular network.
The UK Deputy Prime Minister has announced an AI Safety Summit to address the risks and opportunities of frontier AI, emphasizing the need for understanding and governing artificial intelligence at great speed.
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase holds almost 1 million Bitcoin, worth over $25 billion, with its largest cold wallet containing around 10,000 BTC.
The US Federal Trade Commission has launched a website for individuals, including parents of children who spent money in Fortnite, to request a portion of the $245 million settlement if they were tricked into spending money in the game.
China is facing a significant issue of mass youth unemployment, resulting in young adults being burned out or living at home without a job.
Publisher Konami has announced that Metal Gear Solid will remain locked at 30 frames-per-second, despite previous indications that the game would have a "target" of 1080p, 60fps, disappointing fans of the stealth genre.
US stocks are expected to open higher as Wall Street reacts to the latest inflation data and attempts to recover from a challenging September.
Baldur's Gate 3 has an incredibly rare ending where the entire party is transformed into cats and dogs, triggered by a Wild Magic surge during the final spell cast.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has once again postponed its decision on four Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), citing an impending government shutdown as the reason for the delay.
