‘Hey Mercedes’ — Mercedes-Benz trials ChatGPT-powered voice control
More than 900,000 Mercedes vehicles in the United States will have access to the new ChatGPT-enabled beta feature, which will be trialed for about three months.
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France’s Macron Hopes to Attend BRICS Summit in South Africa, Report
French President Emmanuel Macron wants to join the leaders of the BRICS nations when they meet in August, according to a press report. While his participation in the multipolar bloc’s summit is uncertain, Macron has already scheduled another summit…
CoinEx Explains How the Intersection of AI and Web3 Will Revolutionize Crypto
The emergence of cutting-edge artificial intelligence capabilities has ignited the imagination of business strategists worldwide, urging them to envision the future operations of their respective industries in this era of AI. Simultaneously, the…
Blockchain Assoc. requests info on Prometheum over ‘suspicious’ approval
A FOIA request with the SEC regarding Prometheum has been filed, while others found former FINRA and SEC staffers among the firm's ranks.
BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF ‘is the best thing to happen' to BTC, or is it?
Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz was among those over the moon with the news, others warn it could be the start of a major institutional takeover.
Dogecoin Price Prediction: DOGE Must Clear $0.065 For Hopes of Fresh Increase
Dogecoin is attempting a recovery wave above the $0.0585 resistance against the US Dollar. DOGE could rally if it clears the $0.065 resistance zone. DOGE is currently struggling to clear the $0.0628 resistance against the US dollar. The price is…
Avantgarde, Agio Digital Unveil Institutional Onchain Funds Platform
The platform will allow for users to set up fully regulated on-chain funds.
Egypt Applies for BRICS Membership, Seeks Trade in National Currencies
Egypt has filed an application to join the BRICS bloc, Russia’s ambassador to the Arab nation confirmed. The government in Cairo is interested in using alternative currencies in foreign trade, either national fiats or a new common currency, the…
Ethereum Price Consolidates Below $1,720: What Could Trigger Another Decline?
Ethereum price is still struggling below $1,720 against the US Dollar. ETH could continue to move down if it stays below $1,700 and $1,720. Ethereum is slowly moving higher from the $1,620 support zone. The price is trading below $1,700 and the…
Double trouble: FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried faces two criminal trials
A District Judge ordered a separate trial for the DOJ's charges against Sam Bankman-Fried which were added following his extradition to the U.S.
Investors want crypto, but not without TradFi backing: Nomura survey
A Nomura Laser Digital survey has revealed the majority of institutional investors polled are still keen on crypto.
Bitcoin Price Aims $26,200 But 100 SMA Hold The Key In Short-Term
Bitcoin price is attempting a recovery wave above the $25,200 resistance. BTC must clear the 100 hourly SMA to continue higher in the near term. Bitcoin is slowly recovering higher above the $25,200 support. The price is trading below $25,750 and…
OKCoin Accused by FDIC of Making False Claims About Customer Protections
OKCoin must scrub misleading statements that suggest its customers’ accounts are protected by the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC), the U.S. banking regulator ordered late Thursday, complaining the company is making false claims.
Crypto lender Abra has been insolvent since March, says Texas regulator
Abra and its CEO William Barhydt have been issued with an emergency cease and desist order.
U.S. Court Will Rule on Terraform Labs' Push to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Within a Month
Was UST a security because it was designed for practical uses rather than as an investment?
Crypto Firm Abra Said to be Insolvent in Texas State Regulators’ Cease-and-Desist Order
First Mover Asia: Hong Kong as Crypto Hub? The City's Strict Banking Requirements May Be an Obstacle
A Hong Kong-based entrepreneur says that while the digital assets regulation is "overall friendly," banking regulations will make the industry's growth there difficult. ALSO: Bitcoin surges post-BlackRock iShares ETF filing but the rally sputters.
Korean crypto contagion, Bank of China on Ethereum, HK’s exchange red carpet: Asia Express
Hong Kong lays out welcome mat for exchanges, Korean crypto lender contagion, Do Kwon banged up abroad, Bank of China’s Ethereum debt note.
Token Sale Ahead: Celsius to Convert Customer ‘Altcoins’ to BTC and ETH
BlackRock applies for spot Bitcoin ETF — a US first if approved
The investment firm joins a long line of applicants; ARK is among those still waiting to hear from the SEC and Grayscale has appealed its rejection.
Do Kwon to Remain in Custody While Montenegro Courts Consider Extradition Request: Report
Courts in the country approved bail for the Terraform Labs founder, but a South Korea extradition request is set to keep him in jail.
Bitcoin Jumps Past $25.7K After BlackRock iShares ETF Filing
The largest cryptocurrency rose more than 1.3% in the hour after the announcement.
Fed, SEC investigate Goldman Sachs over Silicon Valley Bank's securities portfolio: Report
Both regulatory bodies are inquiring into the activities of Goldman Sachs during its unsuccessful capital raise preceding the downfall of Silicon Valley Bank.
Sotheby’s auctions off Dmitri Cherniak’s ‘The Goose’ NFT from 3AC collection for $6.2M
Su Zhu and Kyle Davies originally purchased ‘The Goose’ digital artwork in August 2021 for roughly $5.8 million in Ether.
House Financial Services Republicans Blast SEC’s Proposed Rule, State Gensler Is Pushing ‘His Own Personal Views Regarding Digital Assets’
Republicans of the House Financial Services Committee have criticized U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler, stating he is using Rule 3b-16 amendments to impose his views on cryptocurrency assets. In a letter sent to the…
BlackRock's iShares Files Paperwork for Spot Bitcoin ETF
The SEC has rejected numerous attempts by other fund companies to launch a spot bitcoin ETF.
Bitcoin Regains Ground to Reach $25.2K, but Investors Remain Jittery About U.S. Economy, Monetary Policy
Tether’s USDT stablecoin loses its $1 peg, while other major cryptos spend their day in red territory.
Dmitri Cherniak's 'The Goose' NFT Sells at Sotheby's Auction for $5.4M
The NFT was purchased by 3AC co-founders Su Zhu and Kyle Davies in August 2021 for about 1,800 ETH – worth roughly $5.8 million at the time.
3AC liquidators file motion to hold Kyle Davies in contempt
Civil sanctions against 3AC co-founder Kyle Davies include an award of attorneys’ fees and a $10,000 daily fine until he is in compliance with a subpoena.