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Regulation · 3 weeks ago EU Classifies ChatGPT and Others Under Digital Services Act, Excludes Anthropic's Claude The European Commission has designated ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox as Very Large Online Platforms under the Digital Services Act, while Anthropic's Claude is exempt due to a smaller user base.

Stablecoins · 3 weeks ago Circle Partners with Chelsea FC to Promote USDC as Main Shirt Sponsor Circle Internet Group has secured a deal with Chelsea FC to feature USDC as the main shirt sponsor for the 2026/27 season, enhancing the stablecoin's visibility in the sports arena.

Compliance · 4 weeks ago Meta Disrupts Iranian AI-Driven Network Targeting US Users on Social Media Meta has dismantled a network of fake accounts linked to an Iranian operation that used AI to impersonate Americans and spread political content on Facebook and Instagram.

Macro · 4 weeks ago US Authorities Seize Domains Linked to Chinese Hackers Targeting Security Clearance Holders The US Department of Justice and FBI have seized 13 domains associated with Chinese state-sponsored hackers who targeted Americans with security clearances through fake job offers.

Compliance · 4 weeks ago Meta Settles $16.68 Billion Child Harm Claims from States Meta has agreed to a $16.68 billion settlement to resolve allegations from U.S. states that its platforms harm children, following a jury ruling in New Mexico.

Markets · 1 month ago Crypto, AI, and Betting Industries Drive Record Political Spending Ahead of 2026 Midterms US companies have set a new record with $517 million in political spending for the 2026 midterms, led by contributions from the crypto, AI, and online betting sectors.

Companies · 1 month ago Meta Faces Trial Over Allegations of Social Media Addiction and Child Privacy Violations Meta Platforms is currently on trial in Oakland, California, facing allegations from four states regarding the addictive design of Facebook and Instagram, particularly concerning their impact on children’s mental health.

Stablecoins · 1 month ago Tether Expands into AI with QVAC Platform, Surpasses 650 Million Users Tether has announced plans to launch AI applications targeting developing markets, as its user base exceeds 650 million wallets. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to diversify beyond stablecoin issuance.

Companies · 1 month ago BTCC Exchange Becomes Platinum Sponsor of TOKEN2049 Singapore, Launches '0-Barrier Trading' BTCC has announced its platinum sponsorship of TOKEN2049 Singapore on October 7-8, 2026, unveiling its new '0-Barrier Trading' theme aimed at enhancing trading accessibility.

Adoption · 1 month ago Cloudflare CFO Predicts Non-Human Traffic to Outpace Human Traffic by 2026 Cloudflare's CFO Thomas Seifert forecasts that non-human traffic could exceed human traffic by 1,000-to-1 within five years, highlighting a significant shift in internet usage patterns.

Markets · 1 month ago CoinPoker Launches $50M Global Online Poker Championship Amid Crypto Market Lull CoinPoker is set to host the Global Online Poker Championship (GOPC) from August 23 to September 28, featuring a staggering $50 million prize pool and over 700 medal events.

NFTs · 1 month ago NFT Marketplace Founder Accused of Misusing Investor Funds Taj Tarsha, founder of the NFT marketplace Few and Far, faces serious charges for allegedly misappropriating millions raised from investors for personal expenses, including gambling and hobbies, instead of developing the platform.

Markets · 1 month ago The Rise of Content Coins: A New Era in Crypto? The emergence of 'content coins' has sparked debate in the crypto community about their potential to redefine media value. As Base experiments with minting tokens from media, the implications for creators and investors are profound yet uncertain.