Ripple, Coinbase, and a16z Invest $78M to Support Pro-Crypto PAC Ahead of US Elections

Prominent cryptocurrency companies and investors, including Ripple, Coinbase, and a16z, have pledged a staggering $78 million to support the Fairshake political action committee (PAC). The PAC aims to back pro-cryptocurrency candidates during the upcoming 2024 United States election cycle.

ChatGPT’s Geography 101: Biases on Environmental Justice

A recent report from Virginia Tech highlights potential geographic biases in the AI chatbot ChatGPT, specifically in providing locally tailored information on environmental justice issues. This revelation raises concerns about the tool’s ability to deliver area-specific information and its impact on communities across different counties. Let’s delve into the study’s findings and examine the implications of these biases.

Binance and CFTC Settlement: What’s a Decision?

The U.S. District Court for Northern Illinois has approved a settlement between Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange, and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This decision marks feels like a climax of this whole story, as former CEO Changpeng Zhao and Binance face substantial penalties for violating the Commodity Exchange Act and CFTC regulations.