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[VIDEO] Grok-3 Launch: xAI’s Breakthrough in AI Development and the Challenges AheadxAI has unveiled Grok-3, a major leap in artificial intelligence, positioning it as a direct competitor to OpenAI’s GPT-4o. Powered by the Colossus supercomputer, Grok-3 has set new benchmarks in performance, but concerns about data ethics, misinformation, and privacy remain.
Tuesday, February 18th 2025 01:00AM -
Web3 Innovations Transforming Cross-Border Payments in FintechRecent developments in Web3 technologies are revolutionizing cross-border payments, offering faster, more secure, and cost-effective solutions for international transactions.
Monday, February 17th 2025 01:00AM -
Elon Musk’s Grok 3 AI Set to Challenge Chatbot GiantsxAI’s latest chatbot, Grok 3, is launching on February 17, 2025, at 8:00 PM Pacific Time (February 18, 2025, at 5:00 AM UTC+1) with claims of superior reasoning abilities. Backed by powerful computing resources, it aims to surpass OpenAI and Google in the artificial intelligence field.
Monday, February 17th 2025 01:00AM -
The Geopolitical AI War: How We Got Here - FTW Sunday EditorialThe AI War isn’t coming—it’s already here. As the U.S., China, and the EU battle for dominance in artificial intelligence, history repeats itself in a new kind of Cold War. How did geopolitics shape this silent arms race, and what forces led us to the current Geopolitical AI War? Dive into the past to understand the future of power.
Sunday, February 16th 2025 01:00AM -
EU's InvestAI Initiative: Can €200 Billion Close the AI Gap with the U.S. and China?The European Union is ramping up artificial intelligence investments with a new initiative, InvestAI, to bridge the funding and development gap with the U.S. and China. This move follows concerns over slow innovation and excessive regulations that have hindered Europe's AI sector.
Saturday, February 15th 2025 01:00AM -
DeepSeek Shakes AI Industry as China’s Open-Source Model Gains GroundThe rapid rise of China’s DeepSeek AI model is disrupting the artificial intelligence industry, challenging Silicon Valley’s dominance. As open-source technology fuels innovation in China, U.S. firms and policymakers scramble to respond. This shift raises questions about global AI leadership, economic implications, and technological security.
Friday, February 14th 2025 01:00AM -
European Union Pledges €200 Billion to Strengthen AI Industry and Compete GloballyThe European Union has announced a massive €200 billion investment to advance its artificial intelligence sector. The initiative, revealed at the AI Action Summit in Paris, aims to build AI gigafactories and close the gap with the United States and China. With this commitment, Europe positions itself as a major player in AI development and infrastructure.
Thursday, February 13th 2025 01:00AM -
Trump Administration Suspends Consumer Financial Protection Bureau OperationsThe Trump administration has ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to halt all activities, leading to significant concerns about the future of consumer financial safeguards.
Wednesday, February 12th 2025 01:00AM -
Fed Chair Powell Signals Cautious Approach Amid Economic Strength, Implications for Fintech and BankingFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, in his testimony before the Senate Banking Committee, reaffirmed a patient stance on interest rate adjustments. While his remarks focused on inflation control and economic stability, his cautious approach to monetary policy could have significant implications for fintech innovation, open banking, and financial sector partnerships.
Tuesday, February 11th 2025 01:00AM -
Fintech Startup Cushion Closes After Eight Years Amid Industry ShiftsCushion, a fintech company that helped consumers manage bank fees and buy now, pay later (BNPL) loans, has shut down. The closure highlights the ongoing struggles fintech startups face, even as some companies prepare for public offerings.
Monday, February 10th 2025 01:00AM -
The DOGE Experiment: A Fintech Disruption or a National Risk? - FTW Sunday EditorialThe Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is reshaping federal finance, blending fintech innovation with public policy. While promising modernization and cost savings, its approach raises concerns about security, oversight, and regulatory impact. Is this a fintech revolution or a national risk?
Sunday, February 9th 2025 01:00AM -
Experts Urge Caution in Developing Conscious AI SystemsOver 100 AI experts, including Sir Stephen Fry, have signed an open letter advocating for responsible research into artificial intelligence consciousness. They propose five guiding principles to prevent potential suffering in AI systems if consciousness is achieved.
Saturday, February 8th 2025 01:00AM -
Trump's Tariffs: Assessing the Impact on Fintech CompaniesPresident Donald Trump's recent tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China may affect financial technology (fintech) firms. This article examines potential consequences for the fintech sector.
Friday, February 7th 2025 01:00AM -
Ondo Finance Launches Ondo Chain to Bridge Traditional Finance and BlockchainOndo Finance has introduced Ondo Chain, a layer-1 blockchain designed to facilitate the tokenization of real-world assets, aiming to integrate traditional financial systems with decentralized finance.
Friday, February 7th 2025 01:00AM -
Trump Media Expands into Finance with Truth.Fi: A Strategic Play in Bitcoin, Energy, and U.S. ManufacturingTrump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) is stepping into financial services with Truth.Fi, a platform designed to offer investment products aligned with “America First” economic priorities. The company has filed trademarks for six funds focusing on Bitcoin, domestic manufacturing, and energy independence. With backing from Charles Schwab and Yorkville Advisors, the initiative aims to challenge traditional investment institutions.
Thursday, February 6th 2025 01:00AM -
SoftBank Deepens Ties with OpenAI Through Major Investments and Joint VenturesSoftBank Group is strengthening its partnership with OpenAI by planning a substantial investment and establishing joint ventures to advance artificial intelligence (AI) services globally.
Wednesday, February 5th 2025 01:00AM -
DeepSeek's AI Model: Opportunity and Risk for Small Tech CompaniesDeepSeek's AI model provides small tech companies with access to advanced artificial intelligence at a lower cost, offering both potential benefits and serious challenges, particularly regarding privacy, security, and server reliability.
Tuesday, February 4th 2025 01:00AM -
Europe Launches OpenEuroLLM to Strengthen AI IndependenceEurope has initiated OpenEuroLLM, a collaborative project aimed at developing open-source large language models. The goal is to enhance the continent’s digital autonomy and competitiveness in artificial intelligence.
Monday, February 3rd 2025 01:00AM -
India's Digital Rupee Gains Momentum with Fintech IntegrationIndia's Digital Rupee, introduced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in December 2022, gains momentum. Cred has become the first fintech to offer access to the e-rupee, aiming to streamline transactions and boost usage among creditworthy individuals.
Monday, February 3rd 2025 01:00AM -
Fintech IPOs Pave a New Path in Financial ServicesThis article examines the rising wave of public offerings among fintech firms. It outlines recent developments, key market drivers, and investor sentiment as these companies prepare for public listings in 2025.
Sunday, February 2nd 2025 01:00AM -
Meta's Strategic Policy Overhaul: A Comprehensive AnalysisIn a series of decisive moves, Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has enacted significant changes to its workforce policies, affecting diversity initiatives, performance evaluations, and content moderation.
Friday, January 31st 2025 01:00AM -
ECB Cuts Interest Rates as Inflation PersistsFrankfurt, January 30, 2025 – The European Central Bank (ECB) has moved to cut interest rates, adjusting its monetary stance in response to persistent inflationary pressure. The decision, announced Thursday, marks the first rate cut in over a year, lowering the deposit facility rate to 2.75% and the main refinancing rate to 2.90%.
Thursday, January 30th 2025 01:00AM -
X and Visa Launch ‘X Money’—A Bold Move into PaymentsX is no longer just a social app. X isn’t just about tweets—or posts, as they’re now called. The platform is stepping into finance, introducing a payment system called ‘X Money’ in partnership with Visa. The idea? Instant money transfers, right inside the app.
Wednesday, January 29th 2025 01:00AM -
The Rise of DeepSeek and Its Founder Liang WenfengDeepSeek, founded by Liang Wenfeng, is carving its place in artificial intelligence by delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions.
Tuesday, January 28th 2025 01:00AM -
DeepSeek’s R1 Model Sparks Debate on the Future of AI DevelopmentDeepSeek, a Chinese AI company, has introduced its open-source R1 model, outperforming major players like OpenAI and Meta. The announcement has reignited discussions about whether open-source or proprietary models hold the key to AI’s future.
Monday, January 27th 2025 01:00AM