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Google adds memory to Gemini AI for personalised conversations
Google adds memory to Gemini AI for personalised conversations
The new Gemini AI memory feature builds on past chats, rather than starting fresh each time, aiming to make conversations more personal.
Aug. 15, 2025
Tokenised stocks bring limited benefits and high risks
Tokenised stocks bring limited benefits and high risks
Blockchain trading of tokenised stocks could allow 24/7 transactions, but legal protections are unclear and investor safeguards may be lost.
Aug. 15, 2025
State-controlled messaging alters crypto usage in Russia
State-controlled messaging alters crypto usage in Russia
Encrypted messaging limits in Russia could discourage crypto adoption, prompting fintech startups to explore decentralised and privacy-focused solutions.
Aug. 15, 2025
Tesla seeks robotaxi operators in New York without permits
Tesla seeks robotaxi operators in New York without permits
The New York City Department of Transportation confirmed Tesla has yet to apply for authorisation to test robotaxis, even as hiring for the project begins.
Aug. 14, 2025
Google patches critical Chrome bugs enabling code execution
Google patches critical Chrome bugs enabling code execution
Google used sanitizers and fuzzers to uncover high-severity Chrome vulnerabilities.
Aug. 14, 2025
Cyber-crime group BlackSuit crippled by $1 million crypto seizure
Cyber-crime group BlackSuit crippled by $1 million crypto seizure
In a major takedown dubbed ‘Operation Checkmate’, officials removed key BlackSuit domains and servers, recovering about $1 million in stolen cryptocurrency.
Aug. 14, 2025
Crypto wallet apps must now comply with new Google Play rules
Crypto wallet apps must now comply with new Google Play rules
The new Google Play rules on crypto wallets, which come into effect on 29 October, do not apply to non-custodial wallets.
Aug. 14, 2025
Con artists pose as lawyers to steal from crypto scam victims
Con artists pose as lawyers to steal from crypto scam victims
The FBI has warned of a new fraud where con artists pose as lawyers to steal money from previous crypto scam victims, using fake documents and websites.
Aug. 14, 2025
Elderly patient hospitalised after ChatGPT's dangerous dietary advice
Elderly patient hospitalised after ChatGPT's dangerous dietary advice
A misinformed switch from salt to sodium bromide based on AI advice led to toxic poisoning, paranoia, hallucinations and eventual psychiatric hospitalisation.
Aug. 13, 2025
Turkish authorities detain Ethereum developer amid legal probe
Turkish authorities detain Ethereum developer amid legal probe
Legal risks for blockchain privacy tools are increasing as Carrone faces charges in Turkey connected to his work on privacy protocols.
Aug. 13, 2025
Crypto crime unit expands with Binance
Crypto crime unit expands with Binance
T3 Financial Crime Unit has frozen over $250 million in illicit crypto and expands with Binance to improve real-time detection and prevention of hacks.
Aug. 13, 2025
AI browsers accused of harvesting sensitive data, according to new study
AI browsers accused of harvesting sensitive data, according to new study
Researchers warn that AI-powered browsers track and share personal data, sometimes during private browsing, potentially breaching GDPR and US privacy regulations.
Aug. 13, 2025