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AI Deepfakes: YouTube Unlocks Creator Tools

AI Deepfakes: YouTube Unlocks Creator Tools 3

YouTube is introducing a novel artificial intelligence feature that enables content creators to generate short-form videos using a personalized digital avatar. This new capability, dubbed “Make a video with my avatar,” is being progressively rolled out through the YouTube app…

Bitwise Spot Hyperliquid ETF Set for Launch

Bitwise Spot Hyperliquid ETF Set for Launch 5

Bitwise, a prominent asset manager, is advancing the launch of its proposed Hyperliquid ETF, with recent filings indicating the product is nearing market availability. The move signifies a strategic expansion by Bitwise into regulated digital asset investment products beyond traditional…

AI Agents & Blockchain: Agentic Finance Explained

AI Agents & Blockchain: Agentic Finance Explained 10

Artificial intelligence agents are increasingly capable of performing complex tasks on behalf of users, including web searches and option comparisons. However, their ability to independently execute financial transactions without human approval remains a significant hurdle. Agentic finance aims to bridge…

Meta’s AI Cloud Deal Boosts Shares

Meta's AI Cloud Deal Boosts Shares 12

Meta has significantly expanded its strategic alliance with AI cloud provider CoreWeave, solidifying a new long-term agreement valued at approximately $21 billion. This extended partnership, now set to run through December 2032, underscores Meta’s commitment to bolstering its artificial intelligence…

Bitmain Antminer S21 Pro: A Deep Dive

Bitmain Antminer S21 Pro: A Deep Dive 14

The secondary market for Bitcoin mining hardware is experiencing increased activity with the introduction of Bitmain’s Antminer S21 Pro. This air-cooled SHA-256 miner, released between March and April 2024, is notable for its efficiency, achieving a consistent 15.0 Joules per…

US Stocks React to March CPI Data

US Stocks React to March CPI Data 16

The US stock market experienced a slight downturn today, reflecting a mixed economic picture influenced by inflation data and sector-specific rallies. While headline inflation figures presented a challenge, core inflation remained subdued, and a robust performance in AI-related semiconductor stocks…

AI Drafts Research Papers from Lab Notes

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Researchers from the Google Cloud AI team have introduced PaperOrchestra, an advanced AI framework designed to autonomously convert raw research data and notes into polished, submission-ready academic manuscripts. This development represents a significant leap beyond typical AI writing assistants, aiming…

March 2026 Bitcoin Hashrate Analysis

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The Bitcoin hashrate market in March 2026 experienced a notable downturn in profitability, evidenced by a record low in average USD hashprice. This decline occurred despite a relatively stable Bitcoin price, underscoring the significant impact of network difficulty adjustments and…