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Binance has agreed to sell its entire russian assets to CommEX, marking a full exit from the country. The transition will take up to a year, ensuring a smooth migration for existing russian users. Notably, CommEX is a newly launched exchange, just one day into its official journey. Alex Bornyakov, the Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, reflects on Binance's exit from the russian market: “There’s no longer room for any business to stay “neutral”. Blockchain technology is neutral but people leading crypto businesses should not be.” Check out our exclusive interview with Alex Bornyakov, where we delve into Ukrainian blockchain projects and digital education on the Diia.Digital platform. Citi's Token Service and the Future of Banking
Traditional Finance (TradFi) is experiencing a surge of transformative trends. Following the footsteps of other major entities in the sector, Citibank is embracing blockchain technology. With the innovative Citi Token Service and smart contracts, this banking behemoth is aiming to enhance the transparency and efficiency of its services. 
The Authors Guild, backed by renowned writers like George R.R. Martin and Jodi Picoult, has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI. The suit alleges that OpenAI's ChatGPT, by using copyrighted works, commits "flagrant and harmful" copyright infringement. The technology is accused of feeding copyrighted manuscripts into its algorithms, generating human-like text responses. The Authors Guild argues that this not only diminishes writers' earning potential but also creates AI-generated copycat works. 
India's Minister of Finance, Nirmala Sitharaman, has verified ongoing discussions within the G20 about establishing an international framework for cryptocurrencies. She views digital assets as both a challenge and an opportunity. "In an interconnected world, financial technology transcends borders, therefore making cross-border partnerships absolutely crucial,” Sitharaman said. Previously, India's Prime Minister had also emphasized the need to embrace technological advancements and develop comprehensive global regulations. Swift sees blockchain as a practical solution
The prominent banking system, SWIFT, has outlined its plans to incorporate blockchain technology. Instead of combining CBDCs and tokenized assets using distributed ledger technology, it aims to utilize blockchain and address interoperability challenges across different networks. 
He received the very first Bitcoin transaction in history, sent by the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto.
Regrettably, Hal’s battle with ALS culminated in his physical paralysis and eventual passing on August 28, 2014, in Phoenix, Arizona, at the age of 58.
Finney was at the forefront of those who embraced the fascinating technology of human cryopreservation — the process of freezing bodies for potential revival in the future.
Hal’s vision and unwavering belief in the power of decentralization laid the foundation for the innovations we enjoy today.
His legacy lives on, inspiring countless enthusiasts worldwide to carry forward his passion for crypto and innovation. 
Local media in Nairobi reports that the police have raided a Worldcoin warehouse, confiscating documents to probe into the company's conduct.
The Data Commissioner alleges that the company failed to disclose its actual goals when registering.
The data from iris-scanning technology becoming compromised is a rising fear among industry specialists.
Nevertheless, Worldcoin maintains that they've safeguarded all pertinent data. 
Peter Thiel: From PayPal Co-Founder to Technology Visionary
Peter Thiel is a pivotal figure in shaping today's tech and entrepreneurial landscape. From his early roots as an innovative thinker and co-founder of PayPal to his foresight as a leader in the tech realm, his trajectory is dotted with impressive milestones and significant controversies. 
Today, key aspects of the summit's agenda were revealed, giving priority to risk management and support strategies.
Leaders from major countries, top tech organizations, academic circles, and civic groups will converge at the event to discuss expedient actions in the cutting-edge arena of AI development.
The UK's representatives are of the opinion that fostering AI investment could significantly benefit society and economic productivity, but only if done within a regulatory framework.
“Without appropriate guardrails, this technology also poses significant risks in ways that do not respect national boundaries. The need to address these risks, including at an international level, is increasingly urgent.“ 
This collaboration seeks to digitize various sectors, including government services, healthcare, and education. The Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) services will enhance local infrastructure and data processing capabilities, aligning with El Salvador’s vision to become an innovation hub. President Nayib Bukele emphasized the importance of technology and foreign investment for the nation’s development: “Google’s global experience combined with the audacity of El Salvador will redefine the technological landscape.” 
Despite being over 100 days into the writers strike, the worries about studios using generative artificial intelligence to entirely write scripts have not come to fruition.
The decision came in response to a challenge by Stephen Thaler, CEO of Imagination Engines, who sought to register AI-generated works.
The judge upheld the U.S. Copyright Office’s stance that copyright protection only extends to works created by humans, not AI.
U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell has emphasized that copyright law has “never stretched so far” to “protect works generated by new forms of technology operating absent any guiding human hand.” 
Holochain: Revolutionizing dApp Creation Without Blockchain
Holochain represents a revolutionary software concept. It serves as an open-source foundational platform engineered for building decentralized applications, commonly known as dApps. Holochain promises security and robustness, operating without the need for centralized servers or blockchain technology, but instead harnessing the power of cryptographic protocols and cloud hosting.