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Binance’s CZ might get a pardon (because apparently crypto crimes now come with get-out-of-jail-free cards), London’s tossing £2.5M at “regulation-ready” Bitcoin startups, and OpenAI’s collecting billion-dollar cloud deals like it’s Black Friday. Microsoft just scored the first U.S. license to export Nvidia AI chips to the UAE in a $15.2B diplomatic mic drop, while Japan’s publishers are calling out AI firms for training on their work.
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🚨 A potential pardon for Binance’s CZ could reshape U.S. crypto enforcement, and may set a precedent for future industry crackdowns.
🕵️♂️ Two ransomware negotiators face charges after allegedly working with the ALPHV gang in a $600K extortion scheme.
🤖 Microsoft lands first-ever U.S. license to export Nvidia AI chips to UAE in a $15.2B move testing U.S. export-control diplomacy.
🎬 Japanese publishers urge AI firms to stop training on their work, as 10+ companies challenge OpenAI’s copyright practices.
🇺🇦 Ukraine’s startup scene keeps thriving, as $25M in funding proves external investment isn’t slowing down—even in wartime
🎬 AI-driven movie-making takes a leap forward as Utopai East launches, targeting 10 films in its first two years.
📲 Teens are doubling their time on iPhone Lock Screens with Locket’s new social feature powered by Live Activities—see how Gen Alpha is driving the trend.
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London’s £2.5M push for regulation-ready Bitcoin startups
A new Bitcoin-focused accelerator has launched in London with £2.5 million from Fulgur Ventures and Initial Capital. The program backs startups building Bitcoin infrastructure, payments, and digital identity tools. It offers a six-month program, workspace in Hatton Garden, investor introductions, and policy roundtables with regulators, alongside partners like Bitcoin Policy UK.
Why it matters: The UK wants to lead in crypto and fintech. If this accelerator connects builders with institutions effectively, we could see more compliant wallets, digital ID systems, and B2B payment APIs. Founders gain regulator access and investor connections; VCs get vetted deal flow; and policymakers get real-world feedback. The real test: follow-on funding and enterprise adoption—not just demo day hype.
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Nobody’s Listening—But These AI Songs Are Making Millions
AI-generated bands are already hitting millions of streams, and the business behind them is shockingly profitable. From stream farms to loopholes in Spotify’s royalty system, fake music is quickly becoming one of the most lucrative scams in the industry. In this video, we break down how streaming economics, click farms, and generative AI collided to create a perfect storm — and why the future of music might look more artificial than ever.
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OpenAI secures multi-billion dollar cloud deals to scale AI
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OpenAI just signed a seven-year, $38 billion cloud deal with Amazon to power its next wave of AI agents. The rollout starts now, with all capacity booked before the end of 2026 and possible expansion into 2027+.
The deal comes right after OpenAI’s restructuring ended its exclusive tie with Microsoft—giving it more flexibility, better pricing leverage, and Amazon a major win. It’s part of a massive global infrastructure race involving Oracle, SoftBank, the UAE, and top chipmakers.
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