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Blockchain-based identity layer Billions Network announced the launch of its identity mobile application for both Android and iOS devices.According to a Thursday statement shared with Cointelegraph, Billions Network’s identity system is AI-proof. The announcement follows Polish investor Borys Musielak’s April demonstration of how ChatGPT can generate photos of government-issued IDs likely to pass photo-based Know Your Customer (KYC) checks.“As AI continues to erode trust in traditional verification methods and digital interactions, this launch ensures people can safely and privately enjoy personalized digital experiences,” Evin McMullen, co-founder and CEO of Billions, said.Billions’ implementation does not rely on proprietary hardware or invasive…

Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage The US Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) ordered Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to consider crypto as an asset for some mortgage loans. In a letter shared in a June 25 X post, FHFA director William J. Pulte ordered the government-backed enterprises to “prepare a proposal for consideration of cryptocurrency as an asset for reserves in their respective single-family mortgage loan risk assessments.” Crypto For Mortgages Will Not Have To Be Converted To Fiat Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac play a pivotal role in the US home…

It says a lot about the state of the hero, when they are being ignored by the pub and pro-scene alike. While it is unreasonable to expect all heroes to be viable in the same patch, there are some that have been out of meta for a long time and deserve some time in the spotlight. Today we are going to highlight a couple of such heroes and discuss how we would make them more viable. Possibly the weakest support in the game for high level play. On paper, the hero has good damage and a strong instant silence with…

In 1928, London was in the middle of a terrible health crisis, devastated by bacterial diseases like pneumonia, tuberculosis, and meningitis. Confined in sterile laboratories, scientists and doctors were stuck in a relentless cycle of trial and error, using traditional medical approaches to solve complex problems.This is when, in September 1928, an accidental event changed the course of the world. A Scottish doctor named Alexander Fleming forgot to close a petri dish (the transparent circular box you used in science class), which got contaminated by mold. This is when Fleming noticed something peculiar: all bacteria close to the moisture were…

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has significantly increased the number of warning letters sent to crypto investors, causing anxiety among users. This uptick is seen as a precursor to a broader enforcement initiative, especially with new 1099-DA regulations set to take effect next year. Looming Enforcement Wave Warning letters sent to crypto investors by the […]

Key takeawaysStablecoin attestation reports provide third-party verification that each token is backed by real-world assets like cash and US Treasurys.Attestation ≠ audit: Attestations are point-in-time checks, not deep financial audits, so users should still perform broader due diligence.Not all tokens are redeemable. Time-locked, test or frozen tokens are excluded from reserve calculations to reflect only actively circulating coins.USDC sets an industry benchmark with regular third-party attestations, transparent reserve reporting and compliance with MiCA regulations.Stablecoins play a crucial role in the digital asset ecosystem, bridging traditional fiat currencies and the decentralized world of cryptocurrencies. How can you be confident that each stablecoin…

The Government of Argentina has achieved yet another victory in restoring the country to its former economic glory. Milei’s libertarian proposals and austerity measures have led to the largest economic growth since 2022, with private consumption also on the rise. Official Data Shows Argentina’s Growth Keeps Breaking Records Argentina continues to post positive economic figures […]

The recent appointments of the two Co-Executive Directors and President are part of a broader effort to strengthen the Ethereum Foundation, and this structure is designed to ensure our vision, strategic and balanced execution, technical direction, and ecosystem development. This blog is intended to clarify the structure of the management team and the board. New Management (Strategic & Operational Execution) EF’s Co-EDs will lead and execute together with other management members. You can expect to hear from members of EF management regularly on their plans, decisions, and other new changes. Hsiao-Wei Wang, Co-Executive DirectorTomasz K. Stańczak, Co-Executive DirectorBastian Aue -…

Image credit: Epic Games Epic Games has announced a lawsuit against a Fortnite player who cheated during a tournament, which has been ruled in its favour. As a result, the player — which Epic Games has not named — is required to pay a $175,000 (~£127,251) fine and has also received a lifetime ban from the free-to-play battle royale title. Keep Reading Will Fortnite’s new Blitz Royale mode shake up the esports scene? Fortnite records lowest player count in two years Rocket League and Fortnite world championships head to Lyon, France In December 2024, Epic Games first revealed it had…

By John P. Desmond, AI Trends Editor    Two experiences of how AI developers within the federal government are pursuing AI accountability practices were outlined at the AI World Government event held virtually and in-person this week in Alexandria, Va.  Taka Ariga, chief data scientist and director, US Government Accountability Office Taka Ariga, chief data scientist and director at the US Government Accountability Office, described an AI accountability framework he uses within his agency and plans to make available to others.   And Bryce Goodman, chief strategist for AI and machine learning at the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), a unit of the Department of Defense founded to help the US military make faster…