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US Federal Prosecutors Investigate Block Inc. for Compliance Violations
US federal prosecutors are conducting an investigation into Block Inc., the fintech company founded by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey. The investigation follows allegations of compliance violations at Block's payment arms, Square and Cash App. A whistleblower has provided documents showing that Block processed transactions for users in countries subject to economic sanctions and facilitated crypto transactions for terrorist groups. The company is accused of failing to address these breaches despite being alerted to them.
Worldcoin (WLD) World App Reaches 10 Million Users
Worldcoin's World App, launched in June 2023, has over 10 million users, promoting universal basic income and sparked interest in alternative wallets within the Worldcoin ecosystem.
Dubai Prince's Hong Kong Office Warned by US SEC, MTR Listed as Untrustworthy
The Hong Kong office of Sheikh Ali Rashed Ali Saeed Al Maktoum, a member of the ruling family in Dubai, has received a warning from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding their involvement in cryptocurrencies. Additionally, the Hong Kong subway operator, MTR Corporation, has been listed as an untrustworthy company.
Vitalik Buterin: Supporting Decentralized Staking through Anti-Correlation Incentives
Vitalik proposes anti-correlation incentives to promote decentralization in staking protocols, penalizing misbehaving actors and implementing them in various scenarios, backed by empirical data.
Aevo Launches Incentive Program to Boost Trading and Staking
Aevo introduces a trading and staking incentive program, offering enhanced $AEVO earnings for active participants over a four-month period.
Bridging the Accessibility Divide in AI: New Study Insights
New study highlights the need for inclusive design in AI-powered information systems, vital for users with low literacy.
Binance Labs Launches Season 7 of Incubation Program for Web3 Innovators
Binance Labs invites early-stage Web3 founders to apply for Season 7 of its Incubation Program, offering tailored mentorship and resources.
BNB Chain Launches $160K Incentive Program for BSC Projects in Second Phase
BNB Chain unveils Phase 2 of its TVL Incentive Program, offering a prize pool of up to $160K for BSC projects to boost ecosystem growth.
Circle's 2024 USDC Economy Report Reveals Significant Growth in Stablecoin Adoption
Circle's 2024 report on the USDC economy highlights significant growth in stablecoin adoption and usage, with a 59% increase in USDC wallets and over $12 trillion settled in blockchain transactions since its inception.
IMF Warns of AI's Impact on Global Job Market: 40% Positions at Risk
The IMF warns that AI could impact 40% of global jobs, rising to 60% in advanced economies. This trend may exacerbate income inequality, with younger workers adapting more easily than older ones. The IMF urges comprehensive safety nets and retraining programs to mitigate the effects.