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In the midst of cryptocurrency’s speculative landscape, there exists a cohort of individuals championing blockchain’s capacity to decentralize facets of human interaction for the common good. Daniel Wang, founder of Taiko, stands among these idealistic innovators. Originally aspiring to bring decentralization to social platforms, Wang envisions decentralized networks, like blockchains, as bulwarks against censorship through distributed data storage and community-driven content moderation. “I envision a future where individuals can freely express themselves online,” Wang expressed at an Ethereum developer conference in November. “Without the freedom to critique, progress is stifled.” Initially eyeing Ethereum to build his decentralized application (dApp), Wang…

UnitedHealth Group, a major health insurance company, has confirmed a ransomware attack on its subsidiary Change Healthcare, resulting in ongoing disruptions to hospitals and pharmacies nationwide. Tyler Mason, a vice president at UnitedHealth, stated, “Change Healthcare can confirm we are experiencing a cybersecurity issue perpetrated by a cybercrime threat actor who has represented itself to us as ALPHV/Blackcat.” The company is collaborating with law enforcement and cybersecurity firms Mandiant and Palo Alto Networks to address the attack. Despite ongoing investigations, there is no evidence of the breach affecting other UnitedHealth systems besides those of Change Healthcare. ALPHV/BlackCat, a Russia-based ransomware…

The U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) has disclosed its surveillance of cyberattacks exploiting vulnerabilities in Ivanti’s widely utilized enterprise VPN appliance, with specific targeting observed within the U.S. defense sector. NSA spokesperson Edward Bennett, in response to inquiries from TechCrunch, confirmed on Friday that the agency, alongside its interagency partners, is actively “tracking and aware of the broad impact from the recent exploitation of Ivanti products, to include the U.S. defense sector.” He further stated that the NSA’s Cybersecurity Collaboration Center continues its collaborative efforts to detect and mitigate these malicious activities. This confirmation follows recent reports by Mandiant revealing…

The conversation around implementing a federal ban on ransom payments is gaining traction amid escalating cybercriminal activities. While some U.S. states have already restricted local government entities from paying ransoms, the Biden administration has refrained from imposing a nationwide ban, citing complexities and potential repercussions. Advocates argue that banning ransom payments could deprive hackers of financial incentives, potentially reducing the prevalence of ransomware attacks. However, critics contend that such a measure oversimplifies a multifaceted issue and could penalize victims of cybercrime. The challenge lies in enforcing and universally regulating a ban on ransom payments, considering the global nature of ransomware…

Elon Musk has taken legal action against OpenAI, its co-founders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, and associated entities, alleging a breach of their original contractual agreements. Musk contends that OpenAI has veered away from its nonprofit mission to develop AI for the betterment of humanity, instead focusing on profit-driven endeavors. The lawsuit, filed in a San Francisco court, claims that Altman and Brockman persuaded Musk to establish and fund OpenAI as a nonprofit in 2015. However, the startup has shifted towards a for-profit model, particularly after partnering with Microsoft and receiving significant investment. Musk asserts that OpenAI is now prioritizing…

India has entered the global AI debate with the issuance of a new advisory mandating that “significant” tech firms seek government permission before introducing new AI models. The Ministry of Electronics and IT released the advisory on Friday, emphasizing the need for firms to ensure their products or services uphold electoral integrity and avoid bias or discrimination. Although the advisory lacks legal binding, Deputy IT Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar views it as a signal of future regulation, urging compliance from tech entities. Chandrasekhar clarified on Twitter that the advisory targets “untested AI platforms” operating in the Indian internet space and exempts…

Anthropic, an AI startup supported by Google and substantial venture capital, has introduced its latest innovation, Claude 3, under its GenAI technology umbrella. Claiming superiority over OpenAI’s GPT-4, Anthropic asserts that Claude 3 outperforms its predecessor on various fronts. Claude 3: A Multifaceted Advancement Anthropic’s Claude 3 encompasses a suite of models, including Claude 3 Haiku, Claude 3 Sonnet, and Claude 3 Opus, with Opus touted as the most potent iteration. These models showcase heightened capabilities in analysis and forecasting, according to Anthropic, positioning themselves favorably against counterparts like ChatGPT, GPT-4, and Google’s Gemini 1.0 Ultra. Distinguishing itself as Anthropic’s…

With the rollout of iOS 17.4, Apple introduces a series of changes tailored for the European Union’s App Store and iPhone users, including provisions for third-party app marketplaces and alternative browser engines. However, one consequence of these adjustments is the removal of support for Home Screen web apps within the EU. Addressing concerns surrounding this decision, Apple confirms that the exclusion of Home Screen web apps in iOS 17.4 is not a glitch but a deliberate action driven by requirements outlined in the Digital Markets Act. The Alteration in iOS 17.4 Observant iPhone users in the EU noted a shift…

NVIDIA has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing Alphabet, Google’s parent company, to secure the coveted third position among the most valuable companies in the United States. According to Reuters, this achievement comes hot on the heels of NVIDIA’s recent leapfrogging of Amazon in the rankings, propelling its valuation to an impressive $1.83 trillion. Globally, the chip giant now stands at fourth place, trailing behind Microsoft ($3.04 trillion), Apple ($2.84 trillion), and Saudi Aramco ($2.07 trillion), the Saudi Arabian state-owned oil company. The surge in NVIDIA’s valuation can largely be attributed to the burgeoning demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technologies over…

TikTok has stepped into the realm of augmented reality with the launch of its native app designed specifically for Apple’s Vision Pro headset. While some major streaming platforms like YouTube and Netflix are yet to make their mark on the platform, TikTok’s arrival signifies a significant milestone for the immersive experience. The newly introduced TikTok app for Vision Pro boasts a redesigned interface tailored for the headset’s unique features. Users can expect a familiar layout, reminiscent of TikTok’s traditional mobile apps, with a vertically oriented video player and interactive buttons for liking, commenting, favoriting, and sharing content. However, the app…