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Break Bitcoin's Longest Key and Earn 1 BTC from Project 11

Quantum computing research firm Project Eleven has launched a competition to assess the current threat quantum computing poses to Bitcoin.

Announced on 16 April, the competition offers 1 Bitcoin to the individual or team that manages to break the largest segment of a Bitcoin key using a quantum computer within the next year.

The challenge, dubbed the “Q-Day Prize,” aims to evaluate the urgency of quantum computing’s potential to compr

Russia Proposes Ruble-Backed Stablecoin to Counter Dollar Dominance

In response to Tether’s restrictions on wallets associated with the sanctioned Russian exchange Garantex, Russia’s Finance Ministry is exploring the creation of domestic stablecoins pegged to foreign currencies.

Tether froze assets linked to Garantex after the European Union imposed sanctions on the platform, effectively halting its operations and preventing user redemptions.

Osman Kabaloev, deputy head of the Ministry's fina

US Secret Service and Canadian Police Stop $4.3M Ethereum Scam

The US Secret Service, in coordination with Canadian authorities, has disrupted a $4.3 million Ethereum phishing scam under the operation known as “Operation Avalanche.”

The scheme, tied to a tactic called “approval phishing,” exploited Ethereum users by tricking them into unintentionally granting access to their digital wallets.

In response, US and Canadian agencies—including the British Columbia Securities Commission—launched a

South Korean Candidate Pledges Trump-Inspired Crypto Deregulation

South Korea’s crypto sector may be poised for a bold transformation inspired by US deregulation under Donald Trump.

Presidential candidate Hong Joon-pyo declared Tuesday at his campaign office in Seoul’s Yeouido district:

“In order to foster blockchain and virtual assets as a single industry, I will eliminate regulations as much as the Trump administration in the United States did.”

Presidential candidate Hong Joon-pyo has ple

Obama Praises Harvard for Resisting Trump

Former President Barack Obama voiced strong support for Harvard University on Monday, following the school's decision to reject a sweeping set of demands from the Trump administration.

In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), Obama commended Harvard for standing firm against federal overreach, saying its stance should serve as an example for other institutions facing political pressure.

Harvard has set an example for other higher-ed institutions –

Generative AI Obscenity Case Leads to Four Arrests in Japan

In a landmark case, Japanese authorities have arrested four individuals for allegedly selling obscene images generated by AI—a first-of-its-kind crackdown, according to local media reports on 15 April.

The suspects, aged between their 20s and 50s, are accused of creating and distributing posters featuring indecent images of women through online auction platforms, NHK and other outlets reported, citing police sources.

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Meta Gets EU Green Light to Train AI on User Content

Meta has received approval from the EU’s data regulator to resume training its AI models using publicly shared content from its social media platforms—a plan previously paused due to regulatory concerns.

The company announced in a 14 April blog post that it will now use posts, comments, and public interactions from adult users across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger, as well as questions directed to its AI assistant, to improve i

Google Enforces MiCA Compliance for European Crypto Ads Starting 23 April

Google is set to enforce stricter advertising rules for cryptocurrency services in Europe beginning 23 April, aligning with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.

📣 Google to enforce MiCA-compliant crypto ad rules across Europe starting April 23.

Google requires crypto advertisers to get certified and prove they're registered as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider under MiCA. They must also follow

Netflix Trials OpenAI-Powered AI Search to Recommend Shows by Keywords & Mood

Netflix Inc. is piloting an AI-powered search tool designed to help subscribers discover shows and movies using more nuanced, conversational prompts.

Powered by OpenAI technology, the new feature allows users to search based on specific criteria—such as mood or theme—rather than relying solely on genres or actor names.

Netflix is testing new search technology that uses OpenAI to find customers TV shows and movies.

Mantra Token Tanks 90% and Wiped Out $5.2B Market Share, Team Denies Dumping

The price of Mantra’s OM token—native to its real-world asset (RWA) blockchain—crashed over 90% on Sunday, plummeting from $6 to under $0.40 and erasing $5.2 billion in market value.

The abrupt collapse has sparked comparisons to the dramatic meltdowns of Terra LUNA and FTX in 2022, while also fuelling allegations of insider trading tied to suspicious token movements.

Mantra co-founder John Patrick Mullin stated on X

Cybercriminals Launch New Phishing SMS Scam on Binance Users

Phishing scammers have launched a new SMS campaign targeting Binance users, using deceptive tactics that mimic official communications.

Users report receiving messages warning of suspicious account activity—such as new two-factor authentication devices or unauthorised API pairings with apps like Ledger Live.

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Trump Exempts Tariffs on Tech

In the latest chapter of the Trump administration’s shifting tariff policy, US officials on Friday issued updated guidelines exempting a range of tech products—including laptops, smartphones, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment—from the latest wave of reciprocal tariffs.

The exclusions also cover items like solar cells, flash drives, flat-panel displays, and memory cards.

While the exemptions provide short-term relief for major tech firms, the administratio

AB Charity Foundation has officially launched its global operations and unveiled its newly upgraded website at www.ab.org, marking the beginning of a public-interest initiative built on institutional credibility and advanced blockchain technology. Headquartered in Ireland with recognized legal status under EU law, the Foundation is positioned as a global nonprofit entity committed to reshaping the future of public trust and sustainable development by bridging governments, civil society, and the

UK Developing AI-Powered Crime Forecasting Programme

UK authorities are exploring the use of predictive algorithms to identify individuals most likely to commit serious crimes—an initiative that raises profound ethical and legal questions.

Dubbed "Sharing Data to Improve Risk Assessment," the project aims to analyse personal data from thousands of individuals already known to law enforcement, using information from police and probation records.

Currently in the research phase, the programme f

HashKey Staking Approved as Hong Kong Positions Itself as Web3 Leader

Cryptocurrency exchange HashKey has secured regulatory approval from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to offer staking services—marking a significant milestone for the city’s evolving digital asset landscape.

The approval, granted on 10 April, follows newly issued SFC guidance on staking for Licensed Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (VATPs) and authorised funds.

HashKey announced the development via social

Silk Road Creator to Make First Public Appearance at Las Vegas’ BTC Conference

Ross Ulbricht, the founder of Silk Road, announced Thursday that he will make his first public appearance since his release from prison at an upcoming Bitcoin event.

He said in a post to X (formerly known as Twitter):

"It's official. I am excited to announce that I will be making my first public appearance and speech since my release from prison at The Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas.”

It's official. I am excited

EU Retaliates with 25% Tariffs

On Wednesday, the European Union voted to approve its first set of retaliatory tariffs—25%— in response to US duties on steel and aluminum.

The European Commission announced that the first wave of these tariffs will take effect on 15 April, targeting US imports such as motorcycles, poultry, fruit, wood, clothing, and dental floss.

The countermeasures, which impact approximately $23 billion worth of US goods, will be rolled out in three phases: 15 April, 16 May,

OpenAI Countersues Elon Musk, Accuses Him of Power Grab

On Wednesday, OpenAI filed a countersuit against Elon Musk, accusing him of a sustained campaign to undermine the company over the past year.

The lawsuit highlights Musk's pattern of harassment and seeks a court order to prevent any further "unlawful and unfair actions" against OpenAI.

The case centers on the future structure of the company that played a pivotal role in launching the AI revolution.

OpenAI countersued Elon Musk, citing a

FBI Unveils $24M Crypto Money Laundering Network

The FBI recently dismantled a major Dark Web money laundering network following a year-long undercover operation.

At the center was Anurag Pramod Murarka, known online as ElonMuskWHM, who was quietly arrested over a year ago.

The FBI identified ElonmuskWHM as Anurag Pramod Murarka, a 30 year-old Indian national who authorities arrested after luring him to the country by approving his travel visa application. FBI took over ElonmuskWHM’s money la

Meta Expands Teen Account Features to Facebook and Messenger

Meta has expanded its Teen Accounts feature to include Facebook and Messenger, building on the privacy safeguards already available on Instagram.

The move, outlined in a recent update, aims to create a safer online experience for younger users across its platforms.

Teen Accounts will feature enhanced privacy settings, restricting exposure to inappropriate content and limiting unwanted interactions.

This expansion is part of Meta's