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DICT Usec Addresses Operational Issues in First eGovHackathon, Outlines Evaluation Process

Joseph Rees3 weeks ago02 mins

Weekly Crypto Roundup Get the weekly briefing for Philippine crypto insiders, from the country’s longest-standing crypto and blockchain news publication. Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Undersecretary for E-Government David Almirol has issued a public statement reviewing the first eGovHackathon. He addressed operational delays and outlining the next phase of evaluation for participating teams….

Ethereum Bear Market Bottom Is In: Analyst Eyes $7K Long-Term

Adam Forsyth3 weeks ago03 mins

Some traders still see a rally toward $2,000 as a potential bull trap before ETH makes one final move lower. Pseudonymous crypto trader NoName says Ethereum has just crossed into the price zone where its bear market has historically bottomed, pointing to four straight lower highs as proof the downtrend has run its course….

When is ‘Mother Mary’ streaming? How to watch the A24 horror at home.

Abigail Avery3 weeks ago06 mins

Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of ContentsWhat is Mother Mary about?How to watch Mother Mary at homeThe best HBO Max streaming deals I’ve never heard a movie be described as both “grotesque” and “gorgeous,” but that’s what Mashable Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko called Mother Mary. And naturally, that made it a must-watch for…

Grayscale Says Fed Policy Could Decide if Bitcoin Bear Market Ends Now or Runs to October

Joseph Rees3 weeks ago03 mins

Key Takeaways Grayscale says bitcoin may stay weak until September or October if its 4-year cycle repeats. Bitcoin’s historic 80% bear-market losses may matter less as Fed policy drives institutional demand. Grayscale sees a bottom forming if the Fed avoids hikes and U.S. growth holds through 2026. Zach Pandl Says Bitcoin May Have Bottomed if…

Samson Mow says SATA rebound could pull Strategy’s STRC to par

Adam Forsyth3 weeks ago05 mins

Strive’s SATA preferred shares have recovered nearly 16% from their June low to about $97, prompting Jan3 CEO Samson Mow to predict that the rebound could help Strategy’s STRC return to its $100 par value. Summary Strive’s SATA has rebounded nearly 16% from its June low to about $97. Samson Mow expects SATA’s recovery to…

Chinese Companies Are Selling Vapes With Chemicals Potentially More Potent Than Nicotine

Abigail Avery3 weeks ago04 mins

Earlier this year, I picked up a rather unfortunate habit: vaping. More specifically, I started smoking flavored vapes manufactured in China’s so-called “Vape Valley” and sold throughout the United States. Flavored nicotine vapes are largely illegal in the US, yet convenience stores and tobacco shops across the country have generated billions of dollars in sales…

After Twenty One Exit, Jack Mallers Says Bitcoin Taught Him Hard Lessons

Adam Forsyth3 weeks ago03 mins

Rather than predicting prices, Maller argued Bitcoin’s toughest periods are what keep the network and its participants honest. Jack Mallers says Bitcoin’s bear market has left him “getting my ass kicked,” but the Strike founder believes that is exactly what makes the asset different from traditional financial systems. In an essay published Friday, just…

Waymo reportedly mulling a breakup with Uber

Abigail Avery3 weeks ago01 mins

Waymo is reportedly looking for a way out of its deal with Uber, which has made the Alphabet-owned company’s robotaxis available on the ride-hailing giant’s network in Austin and Atlanta, according to the Financial Times. Waymo already told Uber that it intends to offer robotaxis on its own app in those markets starting in January…

Kenyan Investigators Freeze $751,853 in USDT as Binance Wallet Probe Widens Further

Joseph Rees3 weeks ago03 mins

Key Takeaways ARA seized $888,030 in USDT and cash linked to two Kenyans over an alleged $2.32 million laundering scheme. Binance and five Kenyan banks were used, highlighting risks as 57 transfers bypassed FRC limits. ARA requested U.S. legal assistance in May 2026 to track international remittance records next. Parallel Channels Used to Evade Detection…

Nvidia and Meta warn U.S. against sweeping curbs on open AI models

Adam Forsyth3 weeks ago05 mins

Nvidia, Meta and Microsoft have joined 22 other organizations in warning U.S. policymakers that sweeping controls on open-weight AI models could weaken American leadership as competition with China intensifies. Summary Nvidia, Meta and Microsoft oppose sweeping U.S. restrictions on open-weight AI models. The coalition favors targeted enforcement against intellectual-property theft and other proven misuse. Elon…