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The Edgelord AI That Turned a Shock Meme Into Millions in Crypto
Truth Terminal started as a techno-modernist art project meant to invite discussion about the applications and potential dangers of autonomous AI agents. Then it took on a life of its own.Wired - 10h -
How Starface turned pimple patches into a business bringing in $90 million a year
Since the company’s founding in 2019, Starface World says it has sold over a billion individual Hydro-Stars, its version of the pimple patch.CNBC - 1d -
Chelsea's Mudryk 'in shock' at failed drugs test
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk says he is in "complete shock" after testing positive for a banned substance.BBC News - 1d -
How Chewy’s stock is shedding its meme-stock past amid strong execution
Shares of the online retailer of pet products ended Monday’s session up 4%, registering their largest percent increase since Nov. 20.MarketWatch - 1d -
States May Turn to Crypto in 2025 as Policy Shifts
As enthusiasm for digital currencies rises, questions about public investment in the speculative asset class is growing.Inc. - 2d -
How a cult-favorite $60 beach tote turned Bogg Bag into a $100 million a year business
Kim Vaccarella started her business after repeated attempts to find the perfect bag to take to the beach.CNBC - 4d -
David Sacks, from ‘PayPal mafia’ to Trump’s AI and crypto tsar
Silicon Valley investor and podcast host has joined Elon Musk in securing a key role in incoming US administrationFinancial Times - 4d -
Pop star Gracie Abram hints at viral LeBron meme's inspiration for 'That's So True'
The song was a Billboard Hot 100 top-10 track in November and spent six weeks on the charts.ESPN - 5d -
Scottie Pippen and the heady rise of the athlete turned crypto bro
Sports stars are rushing to promote coins and exchanges. But they are stepping into a world of which they often have scant knowledge. Scottie Pippen is selling out his NBA legacy again, to be world ...The Guardian - 5d -
Lessons from a shocking CEO murder
America’s toxic discourse means companies cannot be complacent about executive securityFinancial Times - 6d -
IP Copilot wants to use AI to turn your Slack messages into patents
IP Copilot raises $4.2M to transform enterprise patent discovery with AI technology that monitors workplace communications and identifies patentable innovations in real time, helping companies ...VentureBeat - 6d -
Ashworth's shock Utd exit 'not the best' - Amorim
Ruben Amorim has admitted that Dan Ashworth's shock departure from Manchester United is "not the best situation", but insists Sir Jim Ratcliffe's vision for the future of the club remains on track.ESPN - 6d -
Detroit Mayor Duggan shocks with independent bid for governor
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s decision to run as an independent candidate in the Michigan gubernatorial race may throw a wrench in Democrats’ plans to hold on to the office in 2026. Duggan, who has ...The Hill - Dec. 11 -
'Friendlier climate toward new technology’ expected under Trump, venture capitalist says. What that means for AI, crypto
In 2025, generative AI may start to fulfill its potential and allow for cryptocurrencies to be traded 'more freely,' venture capitalist Bradley Tusk says.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
How Crypto Insiders Turned ‘Debanking’ Into a Political Storm
Concerns that crypto companies are being purposely cut off from the global banking system have become a political cudgel at an opportune moment for the industry.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto and AI czar?
The second Trump administration is poised to be a powerful ally for the crypto industry. President-elect Donald Trump spoke highly of cryptocurrencies on the campaign trail, and his cabinet picks ...CBS News - Dec. 9 -
A Wrong Turn in Mississippi
The winding road of tracking down a family tree.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
How Kobe Bryant Turned $6 Million Into $400 Million–and Sparked James Harden’s Business Investing Career
Kobe Bryant encouraged James Harden to create a ‘pot’ of money for investing, a decision that paid off for both.Inc. - Dec. 7 -
Chinese entrepreneur sued for fraud invests $30 million in Trump crypto venture
A $30 million investment in Donald Trump's new crypto venture made by a Chinese billionaire accused of fraud by the SEC is sparking concerns from government watchdogs.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto and AI chief?
Venture capitalist David Sacks has been tapped to serve as President-elect Trump’s White House czar for artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency, taking on a newly created role to lead the ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Trump Appoints ex-PayPal Exec David Sachs as AI and Crypto Czar
Crypto investors cheer the choice of the former chief operating officer of the payments company, which put Peter Thiel and Elon Musk in the spotlight.Inc. - Dec. 6 -
Big Crypto | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Rarely in American politics has a new industry spent so much money, with such apparent impact, as the cryptocurrency business did in the last election. This Sunday, Margaret Brennan reports on the ...CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Trump says venture capitalist David Sacks will be AI and crypto 'czar'
David Sacks spoke at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in July and hosted a fundraiser for Trump in San Francisco.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
Trump announces new role for his administration: 'White House AI and crypto czar'
Donald Trump names David Sacks White House AI and crypto czar.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
TrumpPlans to Appoint Musk Confidant David Sacks as AI, Crypto Czar
The choice signals the growing influence of tech leaders and loyalists in the new administration.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
Trump picks venture capitalist David Sacks as AI and crypto ‘czar’
Top donor with links to Musk to offer leadership on ‘two areas critical to the future of American competitiveness’. Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he was nominating podcaster and former ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Trump names David Sacks as White House ‘AI and crypto czar’
President-elect Donald Trump said Thursday night that venture capitalist David Sacks will join his administration as “AI and crypto czar.”MarketWatch - Dec. 6 -
Trump picks Musk ally David Sacks as crypto and AI tsar
Ex-PayPal executive and VC investor hosted Silicon Valley fundraiser for president-electFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Trump names David Sacks as AI, crypto czar
President-elect Trump said Thursday that venture capitalist David Sacks will serve as the White House artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency czar. In the newly created role, Sacks will ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Trump says venture capitalist David Sacks will be AI and crypto ‘czar’
Venture investor and podcaster David Sacks will join the Trump administration as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar,” President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on Thursday.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
Trump names David Sacks as his AI and crypto czar
President-elect Donald Trump has named David Sacks as the White House AI and crypto czar.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
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ACC 'incredibly shocked' Canes fell to 12 in CFP
After Alabama snuck into the coveted No. 11 spot ahead of Miami, as announced on ESPN's CFP rankings release show Tuesday, ACC commissioner Jim Phillips said the league was "incredibly shocked and ...ESPN - Dec. 4 -
How an Irish YouTuber turned a niche following into millions for charities with holiday livestreams
An Irish YouTuber hopes to raise millions of dollars for charity this holiday season — and is using a popular gaming technology to rally his fans around the causeABC News - Dec. 4 -
South Korea’s political shock will reverberate for markets
Local stocks will have to price in a higher political risk premium to keep investors onboardFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
A turning point for the dollar is coming
The short- and long-term prospects of the currency are at oddsFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Man posing as a European noble admits stealing $6 million in AI Ponzi scheme
It was an investment that collapsed as dramatically as the Austro-Hungarian Empire.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Breaking Gold Medalist Phil Wizard Says Raygun Doesn’t Deserve the Meme Machine’s Wrath
The b-boy weighed in on the past, present, and future of his sport during WIRED’s The Big Interview event.Wired - Dec. 3 -
Killer in femicide that shocked Italy sentenced to life in jail
Giulia Cecchettin was killed by her ex-boyfriend in 2023, sparking an outpouring of grief and soul-searching.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
As temperatures turn frigid, Minnesotans turn to saunas for warmth and community
As temperatures drop into the teens, Minnesotans have embraced sauna culture for warmth and communityABC News - Dec. 2
