Haliey Welch, better known as the “Hawk tuah girl,” says the Federal Bureau of Investigation briefly probed her after her “memecoin disaster” — the failed launch of a token in her image that she promoted. Welch said in a May 21 episode of her “Talk Tuah” podcast that the FBI showed up at her grandmother’s … Read more
In brief Spain is embracing AI in filmmaking, debuting its first fully AI-generated feature, The Great Reset, at the 2025 Berlin Film Festival. New legislation aligns with the EU AI Act, mandating clear labelling of AI-generated content and imposing fines for misuse. Spanish-developed tools like Magnific are already in use in Hollywood, signaling broader adoption … Read more
In brief Microsoft announced that GitHub Copilot is evolving into a full AI coding agent. The update reflects a broader trend of “vibe coding” using artificial intelligence. Copilot’s new capabilities aim to streamline development while maintaining existing security protocols. GitHub Copilot is no longer just an autocomplete tool. At Microsoft Build 2025 on Monday, the … Read more
Reporting by Fortune says the stablecoin issuer is currently in talks with Coinbase about a potential acquisition even as it gears up for an initial public offering (IPO). Could a Coinbase-Circle Deal Reshape Crypto’s Stablecoin Landscape? It’s no secret that Circle, the giant stablecoin issuer behind USDC, recently filed paperwork with regulators in April as … Read more
Trump claims economic success citing strong March job numbers amid criticism over tariffs and inflation. April tariffs triggered global market losses and sharp price increases in US consumer goods. Core inflation eased slightly, but financial analysts and lawmakers warn of long-term economic risks. President Donald Trump claimed the U.S. economy is “roaring,” citing March’s addition … Read more
XRP price climbed above the $2.35 level on Tuesday May 20, posting 1% gains on the 24-hour candle. On-chain data shows that positive social media comments surrounding XRP surged to 3-months peak after Ripple inked a payment deal with a Dubai bank on Monday. Is this precursor to a major breakout ahead? Ripple (XRP) Price … Read more
VOYA Games has raised $5 million from 1kx, Makers Fund, RockawayX, and prominent Web3 founders. The funding will support the launch and growth of Craft World and a broader interconnected gaming network powered by Dyno Coin. Craft World has 240K+ registered users, 50K MAUs, and 1.1M lifetime on-chain trades in its test phase. VOYA is … Read more
Texas’ SB 21 Bitcoin Reserve bill passed its second House reading, receiving significant bipartisan support with a vote of 105-23. The legislation will allow altcoins with a minimum market cap of $500 billion to be included, adhering to a qualification period of 24 months. Backed by bipartisan support and Governor Abbott’s endorsement, SB 21 is … Read more
The U.S. Senate’s recent advancement of the GENIUS Act has energized the digital asset sector, setting the foundation for the first comprehensive regulatory framework governing stablecoins. With a strong bipartisan majority pushing the bill forward, the legislation is poised to bring clarity, compliance, and institutional participation to a $250 billion segment of the crypto economy. … Read more
India’s Supreme Court has intensified pressure on the government to regulate crypto, slamming bitcoin trading as hawala-like and warning of its unchecked impact on the economy. Supreme Court Urges Central Policy With Crypto Labeled as Hawala-Like Activity The Supreme Court of India urged the central government to establish a clear policy on cryptocurrency regulation, citing … Read more