Law enforcement and Catholic organizations are urging caution over the US CLARITY Act, citing concerns that Section 604 could create oversight gaps for illicit activities like human trafficking and hinder investigations. The bill, set for a House hearing on July 17, aims to regulate digital assets.
Chainlink annonce son intégration à Project Pangea, une initiative visant à réduire les délais de règlement des paiements transfrontaliers en euros et won via des stablecoins régulés et un système PvP, avec un objectif live d’ici mi-2027.
President Trump lauded IBM CEO Arvind Krishna for semiconductor advances and quantum computing investments, while admitting regret over selling IBM stock too early. The administration also announced an executive order to accelerate quantum computing development.
New report reveals license plate cameras with special sensors can collect unique identifiers from phones and other Bluetooth devices, potentially allowing law enforcement to track drivers and passengers. Leonardo's SignalTrace system is highlighted for its ability to create 'electronic fingerprints' of devices traveling together.
Popular streamer xQc's Twitch channel received a 48-hour suspension due to two copyright strikes related to a short clip of FIFA World Cup 2026 match footage. The streamer, broadcasting on Kick, expressed confusion over the violation, suggesting the clip was from social media and only a few seconds long.
Lionel Messi expressed more happiness about Argentina's advancement in the 2026 FIFA World Cup than his new goalscoring record. He scored both goals in a 2-0 win against Austria, becoming the all-time leading scorer with 18 goals.
Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly targeting midfield signings Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes. Newcastle United demands a high fee for Tonali, while West Ham United may sell Fernandes amid interest from Manchester United and Real Madrid. Chelsea is also linked with Atalanta's Marco Palestra.
Bev Craig, leader of Manchester city council, has been named Labour's candidate for the Greater Manchester mayoral by-election on July 30. The election, triggered by Andy Burnham's potential move to national politics, is expected to be a close contest with Reform UK.
Fifa President Gianni Infantino confirmed that Donald Trump will present the World Cup trophy to the winners at the final on July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Trump has developed a close relationship with Infantino and previously presented the trophy at the Club World Cup final.
Keir Starmer resigns as UK PM, paving the way for a new leader, likely Andy Burnham. While Starmer stabilized ties with China, the successor's main challenge will be domestic economic issues.
MoneyGram, géant des paiements, devient validateur sur la blockchain Solana, renforçant sa stratégie crypto après le lancement de son stablecoin MGUSD. Cette démarche vise à améliorer la sécurité et la performance du réseau tout en ouvrant la voie à de nouveaux produits financiers.
Une ancienne directrice du patrimoine alerte sur une crise systémique menaçant les monuments historiques français, nécessitant des milliards d'euros d'investissement pour pallier la négligence, le sous-investissement chronique et le surtourisme.
Antonio Guterres, chef de l'ONU, a appelé les entreprises d'IA à révéler l'empreinte écologique de leurs centres de données et à s'engager à utiliser des énergies renouvelables d'ici 2030. Il a souligné la consommation énergétique massive de ces infrastructures.
Young all-rounder Suryansh Shedge has received his first India call-up, replacing the injured Nitish Kumar Reddy in the T20I squads for series against Ireland and England. Shedge expressed immense joy and pride, crediting his parents and coaches for their support. He has impressed with performances for India A and in domestic tournaments, showcasing his batting and medium-pace bowling abilities.
Five former senior Ethereum Foundation researchers have launched Ethlabs, an independent nonprofit R&D lab focused on making Ethereum the global economy's settlement layer. The lab explicitly frames its mission around ETH's value and monetary properties, a departure from the Foundation's neutral stance. Backed by ETH treasury companies and ecosystem players, Ethlabs aims to address a perceived funding and legitimacy gap within Ethereum's core development.
A shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library in Northern California on Monday left two people dead and a child with a minor injury. The suspect was taken into custody shortly after fleeing the scene, and authorities believe they acted alone. The motive remains unknown.
Russia's FSB prevented a double terror attack targeting law enforcement in Pyatigorsk, detaining two women with explosive devices. The women confessed to acting on instructions from Ukrainian special services, unaware they were intended as suicide bombers.
Hong Kong was declared Sars-free by the WHO on June 23, 2003, prompting a $1 billion plan to revive its image and attract tourists and businesses. The initiative includes a $400 million tourism drive with free tickets and discounts.
A shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library in Northern California on Monday left two people dead and a child with a minor injury. The suspect was taken into custody shortly after fleeing the scene, and authorities believe they acted alone. The motive remains unknown.
Russia's FSB detained two women in Pyatigorsk for allegedly planning a double terror attack on law enforcement officers, acting on instructions from Ukrainian security services. Powerful bombs were found and defused.
Authorities have arrested two more individuals, William Lee Spartacus Falkner and Jordan W. Rincker, in connection with a planned attack targeting President Donald Trump's White House UFC event on June 14. The plot, involving conspiracy to commit murder, was disrupted by law enforcement days before the event.
A shooting at the Chico branch of the Butte County Library on Monday resulted in two fatalities. The suspect fled the scene but was apprehended by law enforcement. A child sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized. The police stated there is no ongoing public threat and are investigating the motive.
Gaza residents face immense challenges watching the World Cup due to frequent internet and electricity outages, displacement, and the destruction of sports facilities. The war has diminished the joy and passion associated with the tournament, turning simple pleasures into difficult undertakings.
The NHS in England and Wales is now offering teplizumab (Tzield), the first drug approved to delay the onset of type 1 diabetes. This treatment, administered as a 14-day infusion, works by slowing the immune system's attack on insulin-producing cells, potentially holding off full-blown diabetes for an average of three years.
