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Less than a week after proclaiming a commitment to freedom of expression, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is accused of censoring links to competing decentralized platforms. According to a report by 404 Media, Facebook removed links leading to Pixelfed, a decentralized competitor to Instagram, labeling them as "spam." What is really going on?

Artificial intelligence is progressing at a rapid pace, making the distinction between humans and machines increasingly difficult. In response to this evolution, Worldcoin, now rebranded as World, aims to establish a universal proof of humanity through a biometric identification system based on iris recognition. The company has just announced that it has surpassed the milestone of 10 million verified users, a benchmark that signifies its massive adoption and fuels growing controversy. Indeed, the project relies on a network of orbs tasked with scanning the users' ocular data to assign them an unforgeable digital identity. According to its creators, this technology would secure digital interactions and ensure that only genuine humans access online services. Nevertheless, several governments and data protection authorities are concerned about the potential pitfalls of this model. Between technological promise and regulatory resistance, Worldcoin is part of a debate on digital identity and personal data governance. Its success or failure could shape the future of online authentication in a world where AI challenges the foundations of digital trust.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the technological and economic power dynamics, propelling certain nations into becoming new nerve centers of innovation. Indeed, India, with its rapidly expanding market and substantial talent pool, is attracting tech giants in a race for sector dominance. Microsoft has recently made a decisive move by announcing a $3 billion investment to develop its cloud and AI capabilities in India. This ambitious initiative includes the construction of new data centers, the deployment of cloud infrastructure, and especially a large training program aimed at 10 million Indians by 2030. Far from being just an economic bet, this investment is part of a long-term strategy to anchor Microsoft at the heart of India's digital transformation. With the support of the government, the multinational aims to stimulate the AI startup ecosystem and accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge technologies on a large scale.

Under the spotlight of glory, Hyperliquid dances on a fragile line, where fast technology defies the lack of solid support.

Solana, the audacious blockchain, humiliated Ethereum in broad daylight: 3.8 billion in 24 hours, leaving its rivals stunned. A memorable slap in the crypto arena.

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, recently suggested a "soft pause" in the use of computing resources at an industrial scale to slow down the development of potentially dangerous superintelligent artificial intelligence (AI). This proposal, along with other radical measures, aims to give humanity more time to prepare for the risks associated with such technology.

Social media has become much more than just simple exchange platforms. Today, they are the battleground of an ideological clash between freedom of expression, content moderation, and user engagement. Every modification to the rules governing these digital spaces sparks passionate debates, and X (formerly Twitter) is no exception. Recently, Elon Musk announced a revamp of X's algorithm, which aims to prioritize educational and informative content at the expense of those deemed too negative. According to him, this update addresses a central issue: some posts encourage excessive consumption of the social network without truly enriching users' experiences. However, this decision has quickly provoked criticism. Many users denounce a risk of control over information and question the criteria that will define "negativity." Some see it as a form of masked censorship, while others view this change as an attempt to influence how debates are organized on the platform.

The numbers are dizzying, the actions are striking: T3 FCU turns USDT into a nightmare for international fraudsters.

The year 2024 will go down in history as a decisive milestone for Nvidia, an emblematic figure of technological innovation in the era of artificial intelligence. Thanks to visionary investments and strategic advances, the company has reached an unprecedented market capitalization of $3 trillion, consolidating its role as a global leader. This success largely relies on its chips, which equip leading global data centers, and on its CUDA ecosystem, favored by developers. However, this triumph comes with increasing challenges. The rise of ambitious competitors, such as AMD and Broadcom, intensifies the pressure. Moreover, key clients, including Google and Amazon, are actively exploring alternatives to reduce their reliance on Nvidia. These contrasting dynamics place the company at a strategic turning point, where the slightest misstep could redefine the balance of power in the market.

The digital world has become the new battleground for international powers, where each attack can have profound and lasting repercussions. Recently, a major cyberattack struck the systems of the U.S. Treasury, revealing the vulnerability of the technological infrastructures of a state renowned for its defensive capabilities. This incident occurs in the context of intense rivalry between the United States and China, as Washington accuses presumed hackers backed by Beijing of being behind the intrusion. For its part, China firmly rejects these accusations, labeling them as unfounded and denouncing a smear campaign orchestrated by U.S. authorities. More than just a mere digital incident, this case sheds light on the growing geopolitical tensions around cybersecurity and the difficulty of identifying those responsible in an increasingly interconnected world.

In a world where technology is evolving at a breakneck pace, artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain are emerging as pillars of innovation. Their convergence paves the way for profound transformations in key sectors such as finance, logistics, and entertainment. These advancements are attracting growing interest from investors and developers, who are always on the lookout for disruptive solutions. Currently, several AI-based cryptocurrencies, notably TAO, FET, and Render, have dominated the rankings of the most active projects on social media. Such a trend, illuminated by data from LunarCrush, illustrates their growing popularity as well as the impact of these technologies on the blockchain ecosystem. These projects, thanks to their ability to generate massive interactions, reflect a positive dynamic that could redefine priorities within the crypto industry.

On the chessboard of cryptocurrencies, AI is the king of scammers, ruining the French in a game where only fraudsters win.

Cryptos based on artificial intelligence, long perceived as a revolution in the sector, are currently facing a major crisis. At the beginning of December, their market capitalization reached an impressive peak of $70.4 billion, reflecting investors' enthusiasm for this new technological niche. However, within a few weeks, this valuation has dropped by 28%, now standing at $50.5 billion. This decline is explained both by a general downturn in the crypto markets and by declining interest from investors, hindered by the lack of concrete use cases for AI tokens. Such a correction, while critical for some, fits into a cycle where altcoins could soon regain popularity. Experts remain optimistic about a potential rebound of these assets in 2025, thanks to a more favorable expected environment, particularly with altcoin season.

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, xAI, has just raised an additional $6 billion, bringing its valuation to nearly $50 billion. This strategic funding aims to strengthen its technological infrastructure and position against AI giants like OpenAI.

In 2024, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain has become a major trend. AI-focused crypto projects are now concentrating on developing autonomous agents capable of performing tasks such as trading, investment management, and user interaction.

Crypto, AI, and hybrid worlds: Buterin, like a digital alchemist, presents us with a vision where blockchain and biotechnology intersect to ward off threats from another century.

Nokia, the Finnish telecommunications giant, is heading towards a new digital era with a patent dedicated to the encryption of digital resources. This project could mark a significant advancement in securing crypto assets and blockchain technology.

The sharp-toothed memecoin bites into blockchain innovation with Chainlink, flirting with 12 chains in a disconcertingly elegant technological dance.

Alephium has been chosen as the benchmark blockchain to support GIGATONS' climate revolution, an ambitious project aimed at reducing global CO₂ emissions. This strategic partnership, announced during the Abu Dhabi Finance Week, marks a crucial step in the fight against climate change.

Goodbye Fantom, hello Sonic! With lightning-fast transactions and a brand new S token, the crypto ecosystem is catching its breath. But beware, the blockchain revolution is just getting started.

Ethereum, this giant with feet of gas, launches: fees falling, but stability wavering. The future? A leap into the unknown.

In the arena of public blockchains, Deutsche Bank chooses Ethereum and ZKsync for its innovative response to compliance challenges, a test that could disrupt the standards of global finance.

Ubisoft is taking its Web3 gaming vision to new heights with Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E., leveraging Aleph.im’s decentralized infrastructure to introduce dynamic NFTs that evolve with player engagement. This marks Aleph.im’s third consecutive integration into Ubisoft’s web3 gaming titles.

The sector of crypto related to artificial intelligence is experiencing rapid growth in 2024. After a chaotic period marked by high volatility and geopolitical challenges such as U.S. restrictions on AI chip exports to China, the market has regained new momentum. This spectacular recovery has resulted in a 208% growth over the year, propelling the total market capitalization of the sector to $61.5 billion. Several dynamics are at play behind this remarkable rebound. On one hand, the increasing adoption of blockchain solutions powered by artificial intelligence has bolstered the credibility of these technologies. On the other hand, the heightened demand for utility tokens that can support expanding ecosystems in areas such as gaming, entertainment, and decentralized services has solidified this trend.

"Between technological shores and headwinds, Nvidia navigates. China strikes, not for a monopoly, but to challenge the hegemony of American chips. A fight where every chip counts."

Solana shines, Ethereum wobbles: 7,625 new talents for the former, Asia at the top and India shines in a borderless crypto world.

Google recently unveiled Gemini 2.0, a major advancement in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) agents. This new version marks a significant milestone in the evolution of AI technologies, aimed at enhancing the interaction and efficiency of intelligent agents with humans.

The American elections have always represented a global symbol of democracy and stability. However, in the digital age, they face unprecedented challenges, exacerbated by technological developments and threats to the integrity of electoral processes. Recently, Nevada has been at the center of a major controversy related to accusations of "fake voters" during the 2020 presidential election. Although these accusations were dismissed, they highlighted critical flaws in the electoral certification system. In the face of this crisis of confidence, the state of Nevada made a bold decision by choosing blockchain technology to ensure the security and transparency of its elections. This adoption, hailed as a major advancement, aims to anchor electoral certifications in an immutable ledger, making any attempt at falsification practically impossible.