US CLARITY Act still spinning its wheels as time ticks away
The United States digital asset market legislation faces delays as stakeholders await compromise on stablecoin "yield v rewards" in the CLARITY Act.
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Australia mandates licenses for crypto exchanges, custodians
Australia's new digital assets legislation mandates crypto-related platforms to hold an AFSL, ensuring consumer protection akin to traditional finance.
Bitcoin: Imperfect by design
In this piece, Kurt Wuckert Jr. explores how Bitcoin's imperfections foster resilience, while chains seeking perfection face challenges.
AI writing faces restrictions under new Wikipedia rules
Wikipedia bans AI-generated article content, limiting LLM use while allowing edits and translations, to defend human-driven accuracy and credibility.
Google to finance $5B Texas AI data center for Anthropic
Google plans to fund a multibillion-dollar Texas data center to lease to Anthropic, boosting AI infrastructure amid surging demand for advanced models.
Spain’s digital ID enters phase 2 rollout via MiDNI app
Spain launches phase 2 of its digital DNI with MiDNI app, enabling mobile ID for services as new rules govern issuance and use of physical and digital IDs.
Canada proposes curbs on crypto donations to parties
Canada proposes banning crypto donations to political parties under new elections bill aimed at protecting democracy from foreign interference and threats.
Dominican Republic shifts to biometric e-passports
The Dominican Republic partners with Thales to launch a biometric passport system, enhancing digital identity and travel security for the country.
Internet ban under 14, mobile limits up for review in Russia
Russia is debating a law to block internet access for citizens under 14, even as Moscow reels from widespread, ongoing internet blackouts.
Early-stage deepfake detection market on rise: UK report
A U.K. report finds the deepfake detection market is still early but growing fast, with future growth depending on clear rules and fewer barriers.