Mastodon vulnerability allows attackers to take over accounts. The vulnerability, affecting versions before 3.5.17/4.0.13/4.1.13/4.2.5, posed a 9.4 severity risk. Users urged to verify their instance's upgrade to protect accounts. Details to be shared on Feb 15, 2024. Stay safe!


NASA Discovers "Super-Earth", A Potentially Habitable Planet, Located 137 Light-Years Away


US intends further strikes on Iran-backed groups, national security adviser says


Namibia's President Hage Geingob, 82, dies after cancer diagnosis.


A history of African artists at the Grammys


Liberia’s President George Weah concedes victory after tight run-off election


Pope Francis addresses pushback from African bishops on same-sex blessing


Alleged Kenyan cult leader and suspects to face charges, prosecutor says


Cybersecurity Alert: A hacker is reportedly selling access to a "KodexGlobal" account, claiming it allows them to issue Emergency Data Requests (EDRs) to platforms like Discord, Binance, & Coinbase. Hudson Rock reveals the account could be used to subpoena user info from various crypto and social media services.


Nayib Bukele, El Salvador's pro-bitcoin president, announces a sweeping win for a second term in the 2024 elections with over 85% of the votes before official results are in. 🇸🇻💼 His re-election could further cement bitcoin's status as legal tender, continuing El Salvador's unique crypto journey.


Craig Wright takes the stand in the UK High Court today, aiming to prove he's the elusive Satoshi Nakamoto, creator of Bitcoin. Despite years of controversy & claims without conclusive evidence, today's case could be pivotal.


The Capitol riot that occurred at 2:15 PM on January 6, 2021, may affect Donald Trump's eligibility to run for president. The Supreme Court's decision will be a focal point in this 2024 election.


The gaps in the border fence have become a destination for immigrants seeking asylum in the United States. An increasing number of Chinese citizens are attempting to immigrate to the United States in this manner. They utilize the gaps in the southern border with Mexico as a pathway into the United States.


Texas Gov. Abbott & 14 Republican governors unite against Biden on border security, vowing more measures to curb illegal immigration.
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MicroStrategy, the leading corporate investor in Bitcoin, appears to be positioning itself to rival the newly introduced Bitcoin ETFs. During a recent webinar, co-founder Michael Saylor announced the company's shift towards a strategy focused on Bitcoin developmen


MicroStrategy, the leading corporate investor in Bitcoin, appears to be positioning itself to rival the newly introduced Bitcoin ETFs. During a recent webinar, co-founder Michael Saylor announced the company's shift towards a strategy focused on Bitcoin development


MicroStrategy, the leading corporate investor in Bitcoin, appears to be positioning itself to rival the newly introduced Bitcoin ETFs. During a recent webinar, co-founder Michael Saylor announced the company's shift towards a strategy focused on Bitcoin development.


Chinese Bitcoin miners, pushed from their homeland, are finding a new frontier in Africa, especially Ethiopia, drawn by cheap electricity rates. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is central to this shift, offering a mix of low-cost energy and a government open to mining. But with nearly half of Ethiopia's population living without electricity, the move raises questions about balancing industry growth with local energy needs. This scenario echoes the rise and fall of Bitcoin mining in Kazakhsta


On 2 February 2024, the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act was unanimously approved by the Council of EU Ministers. The next steps in the process involve approval by the European Parliament, with two parliamentary committees set to vote on February 13. The full European Parliament plenary vote is anticipated in April. Upon adoption, the AI Act will enter into force 20 days after its publication in the Official Journal, with different application dates implemented for prohibited AI systems, high-ri


🚨BREAKING NEWS: Multipe Attempts Have Been Detected of Hackers Trying To Shut Down The Website After Tucker Carlson Just Posted His Interview With Vladimir Putin ⚠


Tucker Carlson's interview with Putin raises red flags—could this potentially backfire? And more importantly, is such an interview even permissible by law? delve into these questions in Ian Corzine latest video.
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The airing of Tucker Carlson's interview with Vladimir Putin is set to be a significant test for the EU's new Digital Services Act, designed to regulate tech companies and social media platforms. This legislation mandates the removal of illegal or harmful content, including that which incites violence or hate speech. The European Commission has expressed concerns that the interview could serve as a propaganda tool for Putin, emphasizing the EU's anticipation of its potential misuse in the "infor


Tucker Carlson's recent interview with Vladimir Putin has sparked controversy and potential legal ramifications within the European Union. EU lawmakers, including Guy Verhofstadt, have suggested exploring sanctions against Carlson for providing a platform to Putin, labeled as a war criminal. The EU's Digital Services Act mandates the removal of illegal content, raising questions about the interview's legality and its potential use in Putin's "information war."


Tucker Carlson interview with Putin really highlights why decentralized media matters. This interview puts the EU's new Digital Services Act to the test – that's the rule telling social media to remove any illegal content. Plus, by providing Putin with a platform for propaganda, Carlson may face sanctions from the EU.


Charles Hoskinson, Cardano's founder, spoke about the platform's significant growth despite skepticism and initial "ghost chain" labels. He credits the community's effort and impressive total value locked (TVL) to Cardano's success. Hoskinson also refuted criticisms, highlighting Cardano's unique approach to scalability, governance, and innovation, with advancements like recursion and rollups expected to make Cardano a leader in zero-knowledge proofs.


🌍🔍 Russia ascends to become the world's second-largest Bitcoin mining superpower, trailing only the USA! 🇷🇺This development follows a series of strategic investments aimed at bolstering Russia's presence in the cryptocurrency sector. A notable project that has catapulted Russia into the mining spotlight is the completion of a massive 120-megawatt (MW) data center in Ethiopia by the Russian supplier BitCluster.


The Sui Foundation is collaborating with the American University of Sharjah to establish a blockchain academy, aiming to raise awareness about blockchain technology among students. The initiative is part of Sharjah's goal to become a hub for blockchain research and education.


Adedeji Owonibi, co-founder of A&D Forensics, is advocating for stricter cryptocurrency regulations in Nigeria to prevent financial crimes. He warns that the absence of regulation enables illicit activities, including money laundering and terrorism financing. Owonibi urges the Nigerian government to fully regulate crypto-assets and establish laws to combat financial crimes. Despite the Central Bank of Nigeria lifting the ban on crypto transactions, Owonibi cautions that banks could still be used


In a remarkable turn of events, Bitcoin surged past the $48,000 milestone, marking its highest point since the inception of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. The flagship cryptocurrency’s price soared by 4.6% to reach $47,587.37, as reported by Coin Metrics. Ether, Bitcoin’s counterpart, also experienced a notable increase, climbing by 2.69% to settle at $2,492.97.


Jack Dorsey's former boss and the founder of @npub1pu3vqm4vzqpxsnhuc684dp2qaq6z69sf65yte4p39spcucv5lzmqswtfch, @rabble , is working on creating a decentralized Twitter. To read the full story, check out the article by Michael del Castillo on YakiHonne.
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offensive in Rafah "should not proceed without a credible plan for ensuring the safety" of more than one million Palestinians sheltering there.

He said many displaced people in the southern Gazan city were "exposed and vulnerable" and needed to be protected.


Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows have outpaced the amount of production from miners by over ten times over the past two trading days.

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) scooped up ten times more Bitcoin
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Bithumb, South Korea's leading cryptocurrency exchange, has launched a new altcoin, Mantle (MNT), trading against KRW. MNT, once known as BitDAO, is a layer 2 scaling solution with high network throughput and EVM compatibility. Following Bithumb's announcement, MNT surged by up to 15%, reaching $0.716. Deposits and withdrawals for MNT started on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, marking a significant milestone in South Korea's cryptocurrency space.


Coinbase, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has unveiled a new advertising campaign to advocate for the digitization of the U.S. dollar on blockchain, aligning with National Lost Penny Day. The campaign highlights the annual loss of $1.2 million worth of pennies and suggests that stablecoins could revolutionize the fiat currency system. Despite the imaginative appeal, the U.S. Mint plans to continue minting pennies in 2024. Coinbase's campaign underscores the ongoing conversation about blockc


Bitcoin OG who called 2021 all-time high sees $600K BTC price by 2026

Bitcoin faces a sea of global bank bailouts in the coming years, Tuur Demeester believes — "fueling" a BTC price explosion to seven figures and beyond.

Bitcoin($50,183), will see a minimum $200,000 in the coming years and could pass half a million dollars, a popular analyst predicts.

In his latest update on long-term BTC price action, advisor and early Bitcoin evangelist Tuur Demeester put BTC/USD at up to $600,000 by 2


Seydina Moussa Ndiaye, a UN AI advisory body member and key player in Senegal's digital transformation, has highlighted the dual-edged sword of AI in Africa—promising transformation in sectors like agriculture and healthcare, yet warning of the risk of foreign corporations exploiting local data and sidelining indigenous innovators. The UN's AI advisory group aims to ensure Africa's voice is heard in global AI discourse and promotes international scientific collaboration for mutual benefit


New Zealand Governor of the Reserve Bank says central banking is “a great business to be in, where you print money and people believe it.”


Senate candidate Rep. Barbara Lee proposes tackling inflation and soaring costs by increasing the minimum wage to $50 an hour.


Blockchain analysts detect $4.6m from Duelbits crypto heist.

The suspicious address received $4.6 million from Duelbits wallets on the Ethereum and BNB chains. Cyvers CEO Deddy Lavid shared early insights from the company’s investigation exclusively with crypto.news.

The incident’s root cause seems to be loss of wallet access control. It usually means that the private keys or access credentials to the wallet have been exposed or stolen.

The suspicious address converted various tokens into Et


Polls are rigged to make money for the media. Elections tell the truth.


According to the pool report, President Biden and the First Lady called Tom Suozzi to congratulate him on winning the special election for New York's 3rd congressional district.


Data from Bloomberg Intelligence highlights a marked rise in the activity for call options expiring on Mar. 29 at strike prices of $60,000, $65,000, and $75,000. This comes despite Bitcoin having achieved its all-time high of $69,000 more than two years ago, in November 2021.


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US Treasury official urges Congress for more power against crypto crime.

A United States Treasury official has expressed concerns regarding crypto in illicit finance in a statement to the House Financial Services Committee, asking for more authority to go after bad actors. The committee hearing is set for Feb. 15.


A few months ago, Derek Carrier started seeing someone and became infatuated. He experienced a “ton” of romantic feelings but he also knew it was an illusion. That’s because his girlfriend was generated by artificial intelligence.


JUST IN - Hundreds of British army vehicles are heading to Poland as NATO forces stage their biggest operation since the Cold War in preparation for a possible conflict with Russia, Daily Mail reports


Trump built New York City
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🌟 Penpot Fest 2024 is back! In Barcelona from June 5-7 for a fantastic design event featuring workshops, networking, and more! Report by Design_r’s  on #YakiHonne.

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#Just in: VanEck has agreed to a $1.75 million settlement with the SEC over charges of nondisclosure during the launch of its Social Sentiment ETF. The fine stems from failing to disclose the involvement of a social media influencer.


🔍 Crypto Insight: Arkham Intelligence reveals that 98% of MicroStrategy's massive 190,000 BTC holdings have been tracked, with a significant portion, approximately 107,000 BTC, managed by Fidelity. 🏦💼 An additional 79,000 BTC are in segregated custody, including with Coinbase Prime. Valued at around $9.7 billion, MicroStrategy's aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy since August 2020 showcases their commitment to the digital asset.


Anthropic has announced that its AI chatbot, Claude, will be off-limits to political candidates to prevent misuse during election campaigns. The policy aims to stop the use of Claude for impersonation or targeted political campaigning. Violations of this policy will result in warnings and may eventually lead to suspension of service access. Additionally, Anthropic is partnering with TurboVote to provide reliable voting information to support voters in getting accurate information.


Tether (USDT) is navigating through regulatory turbulence. JPMorgan's latest report points out that, despite Tether’s headquarters not being based in the U.S., US regulators can exert influence over its offshore usage through the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).


Coinbase's Grant Rabenn and Circle's Caroline Hill hava made a strong appeal to Congress, urging the Treasury Department to take action against Tether and its banking partner, Cantor Fitzgerald.


Coinbase Commerce doesn’t accept payments from self custody #bitcoin wallets or other apps anymore. All buyers must have a Coinbase account to pay.


Explore the “Satoshi Circles” method for predicting Bitcoin prices, combining Fibonacci circles with #Bitcoin halving events to forecast future market peaks and trends. Research by @Adam.
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Vladimir Putin’s top rival Alexei Navalny died just a month ahead of an “election” that will cement the Russian president’s decades of power.


In an ad timed for Black History Month, President Joe Biden touted gains Black Americans made during his tenure.


Political and economic signs don't look good for Biden.
A lot of important things about the 2024 election show that President Joe Biden will have a hard time winning a second term. His job approval rating, Americans’ satisfaction with how things are going in the country and their confidence in the economy are below the levels associated with successful reelection bids in recent elections. Report by Gallup staff Jeffrey M. Jones and Megan Brenan.


In a presidential contest that remains tight, voters are more likely to express concerns about President Biden’s stamina than say the same about Donald Trump. Report by Monmouth University Polling Institute.


Taylor Swift has been at the forefront of right-wing conspiracy theories in recent weeks, and a new poll shows that about a third of Republicans believe a "covert government effort" exists to help Biden win in November. Report by axios.
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Due to Coinbase Commerce no longer accepting payments from self-custody #bitcoin wallets or other applications, bitcoin users are moving away from Coinbase Commerce in favor of #BtcpayServer.


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Social media users have claimed a helicopter crash that killed the chief executive of Nigeria’s biggest bank was orchestrated by President Joe Biden. Aviation experts told news outlets that weather conditions could have caused the crash. Report by Politifact.


The world's most significant press freedom case -- the Julian Assange case will be decided in the UK this week.


Trump compares himself to Navalny


Democratic Party identification (relative to Republican) is declining among Blacks & Hispanics & young people.
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Asian nations, particularly Japan and South Korea, are intensifying efforts to enhance oversight and consumer protection in the cryptocurrency market. Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) proposes measures to prevent "unlawful transfers" to crypto exchanges, potentially impacting peer-to-peer transactions. South Korea's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) plans to tighten scrutiny by implementing a pre-emptive trading suspension system for suspicious transactions and expanding its crypto team.


South Korea's ruling People Power Party is pushing for a two-year postponement on cryptocurrency taxation, aligning with their campaign pledges for the upcoming elections. The party emphasizes the need for a robust regulatory framework before implementing taxation, citing risks and the absence of a regulatory structure akin to stock exchanges. The proposed extension aims to allow time for necessary amendments and the establishment of comprehensive regulations. But then, discussions within South


9. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida has charged Adam Todd, the CEO of Digitex Futures Exchange, with intentionally causing his company to violate the Bank Secrecy Act. Todd allegedly operated Digitex as an unregistered crypto futures trading platform from January 2018 to April 2022, failing to implement adequate anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) programs. This indictment follows a default judgment issued by the Commodities Futures Tr


10. Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the discontinuation of support for several leveraged token services, including those linked to Bitcoin and Tether. Trading and subscription services for these tokens will be suspended on February 28, 2024, with all trade orders automatically removed at that time. Users are advised to convert their holdings into other assets before the deadline. Starting April 1, Binance will gradually delist and cease redemption of the tokens. If user


In GOP gerrymanders that just became obsolete. In new maps: Biden won 18 of 33 Senate seats; Trump won 50 of 99 Assembly seats.


Anti-Trump Burnout: The Resistance Says It's Exhausted
Nearly every Trump 2024 event takes place in a much smaller venue than in 2016/2020, with a lot more open seats and standing room. Yet, I've yet to see the "Trump supporters are exhausted" story. Report by NYTIMES and Patrick Dillon.


Someone claims to have accidentally downloaded malware by plugging a cheap vibrator from the mall store Spencer’s into their computer. If true, it’d be one of the first times this type of attack has been documented. So we decided to do our best to replicate this.


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The House of Representatives in Nigeria has advanced a bill for the establishment of state police to the second reading. Sponsored by the Deputy Speaker, Ben Kalu, and 14 others, the bill aims to transfer "Police" from the "Exclusive Legislative List" to the "Concurrent Legislative List," granting states control over policing. It proposes 16 alterations to the constitution, including the establishment of State Police Service Commissions and provisions for federal support in funding state police


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China still has a 15% global share of the Bitcoin mining hash-rate, despite an official ban on #BitcoinWhy and how?
1. USA: 40%
2. China: 15%
3. Russia: 12%
4. Canada: 5%
5. Kazakhstan: 3.5%
6. UAE: 3%
7. Malaysia: 3%
8. Norway: 1.5%
9. Ethiopia: 0.3%
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Donald Trump says "many people are embracing" #Bitcoin, He’s seeing more people wanting to pay in #BTC.


Jeremy Corbyn speaks to #SkyNews outside court as Julian Assange hearing concludes
Regarding Assange: "The core duty of a journalist is to hold those in power, including elected politicians and others, accountable. It's imperative that we safeguard journalists in fulfilling this crucial role."
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According to Vladimir Osechkin's sources, Alexey Navalny was frozen in the open-air solitary confinement cell for 2.5 hours, with temperatures as low as -27°C (-16.6°F) to slow down & weaken his heartbeat. Then he was killed with the classic KGB 'one strike' punch to the heart.


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Following a lawsuit by Riot Platforms  and the Texas Blockchain Council, the U.S. Department of Energy will pause its survey on Bitcoin miner energy use amid allegations of illegal data requests. Full details are reported by @npub19qjx4mkmvl98kfgpedjcphqzevftqt92emglw2dmvx2aqc43pzksn4zc3g.
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$30-billion financial advisor platform approves only four Bitcoin ETFs. Report by Bloomberg.
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Judge Richard Jones approved Binance's plea agreement for a $4.3 billion penalty, a new CEO, and a three-year external compliance monitor during a Seattle hearing on Friday.
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Just in: Republican Rep. Tom Emmer calls government agency’s bitcoin miner survey “an abuse of power
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Many Americans say they support a national ban on abortion after 16 weeks of pregnancy, a policy Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump reportedly supports.


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James Gorman, CEO of Morgan Stanley said: “I never understood the store of value…but Bitcoin is not going away. It’s not a fad.”


Michael Saylor: “Trading Bitcoin is a sign of lesser intellect.” What do you think?


In Oman has started $370 million hydro-cooled Bitcoin mining project. The project is expected to achieve a quarter of its full capacity before the end of this year.


Tech companies are selling and using your data for AI, but should it be theirs to profit from?
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr will be attending ETHDenver2024, expressing his support for cryptocurrency. To learn about his views on cryptocurrency, please check out the interview with him in Bitcoin Magazine @The Bitcoin Conference.