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Senate Advances Housing Bill With CBDC Ban, Draws White House Backing

The Senate has advanced a housing bill that includes a ban on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), receiving support from the White House. The legislation aims to address housing issues while also restricting the development and implementation of CBDCs in the U.S. Proponents argue that the ban is necessary to protect consumer privacy and prevent government overreach. The bill's passage reflects ongoing concerns about the implications of digital currencies on the financial system. The White House's backing signals a significant stance on the future of CBDCs in American policy.

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Core Scientific turns lower after Q4 results disappoint

Core Scientific reported disappointing fourth-quarter results, leading to a decline in its stock price. The company experienced a significant drop in revenue, attributed to lower Bitcoin prices and increased operational costs. Despite efforts to optimize its mining operations, Core Scientific faced challenges in maintaining profitability. The results have raised concerns

Human Brain Cells Learn to Play Doom in Cortical Labs Experiment

Researchers at Cortical Labs have successfully trained human brain cells to play the video game Doom. The experiment involved cultivating neural networks from human stem cells and connecting them to a computer interface. These brain cells demonstrated the ability to learn and adapt their gameplay strategies over time. The study

Inside the Image AI Leap: How Google and ByteDance’s Latest Models Stack Up

Google and ByteDance have unveiled advanced image AI models that significantly enhance image generation and manipulation capabilities. Google's model focuses on creating high-quality images from text prompts, while ByteDance's approach emphasizes real-time editing and user interactivity. Both companies aim to push the boundaries of AI in

PayPay, 40% owner of Binance Japan, seeks up to $1.1 billion in Nasdaq IPO

PayPay, which holds a 40% stake in Binance Japan, is planning to raise up to $1.1 billion through an initial public offering (IPO) on Nasdaq. The company aims to leverage its position in the growing digital payment and cryptocurrency sectors. This move comes as PayPay seeks to expand its

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Core Scientific turns lower after Q4 results disappoint

Human Brain Cells Learn to Play Doom in Cortical Labs Experiment

Inside the Image AI Leap: How Google and ByteDance’s Latest Models Stack Up

PayPay, 40% owner of Binance Japan, seeks up to $1.1 billion in Nasdaq IPO