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Here’s Why Critics Are Raising Eyebrows Over Sam Altman’s Iris-Scanning Crypto Project
The rebranded Worldcoin endeavor says its data collection efforts are about AI security. Critics aren’t so sure.Business - Inc. - October 18 -
BlackRock's ETF chief says 75% of its bitcoin buyers are crypto fans new to Wall Street
Bitcoin ETF inflows surpass $2.1 billion in a week as bitcoin touches highest price level since July.Business - CNBC - October 18 -
Crypto's $130 million congressional election binge has candidates like Utah's John Curtis poised for big wins
In running to take Mitt Romney's Senate seat, Republican John Curtis has benefited by being a friend to the crypto industry.Business - CNBC - October 20 -
Top crypto PAC targets close House races as 2024 election hits final stages
The pro-crypto PAC Fairshake disbursed nearly $29 million in September, with a big chunk targeting close House races.Business - CNBC - October 20 -
Mark Cuban Says Crypto Is ‘Waiting for Its Instagram Moment.’ But Hasn’t Its Mainstream Arrival Already Come and Gone?
Crypto gained traction as a libertarian rebuke of traditional finance. With crypto execs making inroads in Washington, has digital currency become everything its proponents used to hate?Business - Inc. - October 22 -
Stripe's $1.1 billion deal for crypto firm Bridge marks much-needed win for VCs
Investors that got into Bridge Network a few months ago are tripling their money after Stripe agreed to buy the crypto company this week.Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Watch PayPal, Visa crypto execs discuss the future of stablecoins and regulation at DC Fintech Week
DC Fintech Week is set to host a panel Wednesday morning called "Stablecoins Unshackled: New Features, Integrations and Frontiers."Business - CNBC - October 23 -
U.S. will be ‘more pro-crypto’ after this election, no matter who wins, says Ripple CEO Garlinghouse
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is a big cynic on U.S. crypto regulation, but highly optimistic about the post-election environment around the corner.Business - CNBC - 6 days ago -
Sam Bankman-Fried’s ex-deputy Nishad Singh spared prison time over crypto fraud
Former FTX executive who shared Bahamas penthouse with Bankman-Fried pleaded guilty to six felony counts. The former cryptocurrency executive Nishad Singh, who once shared a $35m Bahamas penthouse ...World - The Guardian - 4 hours ago -
Friday Briefing: Stars Rally for Harris
Plus, an interview with the Taliban’s most fearsome leader.World - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Star Wars memorabilia auction raises £177k
One man sold his entire collection to pay for his upcoming wedding, an auction house says.Top stories - BBC News - 11 hours ago -
City 'heartbroken' by Liam Payne's death
Fans of Liam Payne say his death will hit his birth city of Wolverhampton "hard".Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
Fans react to singer's death in Argentina
Fans of the former One Direction singer expressed their shock as they gathered in Buenos Aires.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
‘Soft landing’ bets push US corporate spreads to lowest in almost 20 years
Fed cuts and robust economy spur ‘tremendous demand’ for US creditBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Reeves looks to keep ‘stealth tax’ freeze on thresholds
Budget move on individual income could raise £7bn a year towards plugging £40bn fiscal shortfallBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
How can Rachel Reeves fill the UK’s £40bn Budget gap?
Chancellor’s options hemmed in by Labour election promises and NHS spendingBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Police investigating unexplained death of infant
The police received a call concerning the welfare of an infant on Friday afternoon.Top stories - BBC News - October 18 -
Yahya Sinwar’s Death Is a Tricky Opportunity
A ceasefire is unlikely, but Israelis and Palestinians have new reasons for hope.Top stories - The New York Times - October 18 -
The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar
He was Israel's "most wanted," the accused mastermind of the October 7 attacks. But the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, killed by IDF forces this week in southern Gaza, has not ended Israel's ...Top stories - CBS News - October 20 -
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Canada, India, and their diplomatic death spiral
The two nations are locked in a fierce row over murder plot allegationsTop stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
Williams stars as Bears maul Jaguars in London
Chicago’s rookie quarterback Caleb Williams puts on a show in London as he leads the Bears to a 35-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.Top stories - BBC News - October 13 -
Succession star praised for emotional film role
The actor stars opposite Jesse Eisenberg in A Real Pain, a film about family and grief with a comedic spin.Top stories - BBC News - October 13 -
Colorado State star WR Horton out for season
Colorado State wide receiver Tory Horton, a two-time first-team All-Mountain West selection, will miss the rest of the season and end his decorated college career with an injury that will require ...Sports - ESPN - October 14 -
Bills land star WR Cooper in trade with Browns
The Bills acquired wide receiver Amari Cooper in a trade with the Browns on Tuesday.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
The star who proved he had the X factor
With One Direction, he achieved success beyond his teenage talent show dreams, but struggled with fame.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
In pictures: Life of former One Direction singer
The former One Direction star died at the age of 31 in Argentina on Wednesday.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Identifying 3 of this season's secret fantasy football stars
Andy Behrens shines a light on three players who are delivering more than their fantasy stats suggest.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17 -
"South Pacific" star Mitzi Gaynor dead at 93
The singer, dancer and actress wowed audiences in movies, on TV, and in Vegas for nearly eight decades.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Mitzi Gaynor, star of ‘South Pacific,’ dies at 93
Actor-dancer Mitzi Gaynor has died at age 93Entertainment - ABC News - October 17 -
Stars sign Oettinger to 8-year, $66M extension
Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger, who has a 116-48-23 record since entering the NHL in 2020, has signed an 8-year, $66 million extension with the Stars.Sports - ESPN - October 17 -
Angelina Jolie 'spellbinding' as opera star Callas
The actress plays the lead role in Pablo Larraín's Maria, which could place her in the Oscars race.Top stories - BBC News - October 18