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Binance Labs Clarifies Non-Involvement in SkyArk Chronicles' Claimed Investment
Binance Labs recently clarified its non-involvement in SkyArk Chronicles' claimed $15M investment round, spotlighting the need for factual accuracy and transparent communication in blockchain project investments.
US Banking Giant Patents AI Fact Checker to Simplify Investing in Crypto
Capital One Services, a subsidiary of US banking giant Capital One has patented a new artificial intelligence system to guide human cryptocurrency traders through the complicated world of misinformation in the digital assets space.
EU Council Adopts DAC8 Directive to Enhance Tax Oversight on Crypto Transactions
The Council of the EU has adopted the DAC8 directive to enhance administrative cooperation among national tax authorities concerning crypto-asset transactions and tax rulings for high-net-worth individuals. The directive broadens the scope of assets covered, mandates automatic information exchange, and aligns with global standards set by the OECD and G20 to address challenges posed by the digital economy.
Over 1 in 3 TikTok Influencers Post Misleading Crypto Content
A study by dappGambl found that over 1 in 3 TikTok influencers posting crypto-related content were found to be sharing misleading information, without providing adequate disclaimers or warning users about investment risks. The study analyzed over 1,161 videos on the platform and discovered that 47% of creators were pushing services to make money. The potential financial risk for unwary investors remains high, with popular hashtags related to crypto churning over 6 billion views on TikTok.
Trump Warns of AI and Deepfake Dangers in Fox Business Interview
Former President Donald Trump criticized AI and deepfake technology, stating they pose significant risks and require urgent action to mitigate potential conflict and misinformation, emphasizing the complexities of regulating AI and ensuring ethical use.
Coin Cloud Customer Data and Source Code Allegedly Stolen
Coin Cloud, a cryptocurrency ATM provider, has suffered a data breach involving 70,000 customer selfies and 300,000 PII stolen, highlighting the need for improved security measures in the cryptocurrency sector.
Worldcoin (WLD) Investigated by South Korea's Personal Information Protection Commission
Amidst privacy concerns, South Korea's Personal Information Protection Commission has launched an investigation into Worldcoin's data collection practices.
TikTok Crypto Influencers Mislead Viewers
More than one-third of cryptocurrency influencers on TikTok have posted misleading videos about Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, according to a recent study. Many of these influencers fail to provide disclaimers warning users about the risks of investing in cryptocurrencies. Moreover, many are pushing services and investments for their own profit, without disclosing the payments they receive. The potential financial risks for unwary investors are high, with one in three misleading videos on TikTok mentioning Bitcoin. Viewers are advised to do their own research before making any investments.
RSS3 aggregating Farcaster & Lens to MetaMask Snap
RSS3 is developing a MetaMask Snap to aggregate decentralized social information, provide real-time notifications, and enable users to sync and aggregate their graphs.
Kraken Fights IRS Over Customer Information
Kraken is contesting the United States Internal Revenue Service's demand for critical exchange user information, citing it as an "unjustified treasure hunt." Kraken has requested federal court intervention, pointing out that the IRS has gone "far beyond" its intrusive summons. The fight against IRS is Kraken's response to the agency's February summons, which demanded additional user information to identify Kraken accounts that did at least $20,000 of cryptocurrency trading in any single year between 2016 and 2020.
Global Tech Giants Unite to Shield 2024 Elections from AI Misinformation
Twenty tech companies have signed a "Tech Accord to Combat Deceptive Use of AI in 2024 Elections," aiming to detect and counter misleading AI content, protecting over four billion voters.
Cryptocurrency Phishing Attacks Rise by 40% Year-on-Year in 2022
Kaspersky, a Russian cybersecurity and anti-virus provider, has reported a 40% year-on-year increase in cryptocurrency phishing attacks in 2022. The attacks involve reaching out to investors through fake websites and communication channels that mimic official companies, prompting users to share personal information such as private keys. Attackers are evolving their strategies to lure unwary crypto investors. Recently, hardware cryptocurrency wallet provider Trezor warned against attempts to steal users' crypto through fake Trezor sites. In a survey, one out of seven respondents admitted to being affected by cryptocurrency phishing.