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Briton pleads guilty to hacking stars' Twitter accounts to steal Bitcoin

Sky News Wednesday, 10 May 2023
Briton pleads guilty to hacking stars' Twitter accounts to steal BitcoinA British man has pleaded guilty to hacking Twitter accounts - including Barack Obama, Kim Kardashian and Elon Musk - in a bid to con people out of Bitcoin
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Bitcoin's highly anticipated 'halving' event takes place

Bitcoin's rare halving event has taken place, according to crypto analysis firm CoinGecko.
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Where Bitcoin is going to be in 10 years...especially if it teams up with AI [Video]

Where Bitcoin is going to be in 10 years...especially if it teams up with AI

Euronews caught up with Yves Holenstein from Bitcoin Suisse AG to learn how the largest cryptocurrency is about to be part of our day-to-day lives in the next few years.

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Bitcoin Rallies on Hopes of Renewed Interest Among Mainstream Investors [Video]

Bitcoin Rallies on Hopes of Renewed Interest Among Mainstream Investors

Bitcoin Rallies, on Hopes of Renewed Interest , Among Mainstream Investors. On March 4, the price of Bitcoin broke $65,000, bringing it closer to returning to an all-time high reached in November 2021. NBC reports that the latest rally has been driven by hopes that the launch of bitcoin exchange- traded funds will expand bitcoin's pool of buyers. . In 2024, the cryptocurrency has gained over 48%, rapidly approaching its record intra-day all-time high of over $68,000. In January, Bitcoin ETFs were first approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). . The SEC said the approval of the ETFs were meant to make it easier for investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin without having to actually own the digital coins. NBC reports that the world of crypto is also banking on a potential rally following a technical event known as "halving" scheduled to occur in April. This event will see the rate of supply for new bitcoin to decline, which could cause the value of the cryptocurrency to increase if demand remains unchanged. Some mainstream investment experts have still urged caution when it comes to investing in the controversial cryptocurrency. With equities, you own a share of a company that produces goods or services, and many also pay dividends. With bonds, you get a stream of interest payments, Vanguard statement, via NBC. Commodities are real assets that meet consumption needs, have inflation- hedging properties, and can play a role in certain portfolios, Vanguard statement, via NBC. While crypto has been classified as a commodity, it’s an immature asset class that has little history, no inherent economic value, no cash flow, and can create havoc within a portfolio, Vanguard statement, via NBC

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Dart joins Raducanu and Boulter in Madrid Open

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Barack Obama Barack Obama 44th president of the United States from 2009 to 2017

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21) [Video]

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

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Biden's Fundraiser Gets Disrupted By Pro-Palestinian Protestors In New York ; Details Here| Oneindia [Video]

Biden's Fundraiser Gets Disrupted By Pro-Palestinian Protestors In New York ; Details Here| Oneindia

President Joe Biden, alongside Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, faced protests during a fundraiser defending the White House's Gaza crisis handling. The event, raising $25 million, featured discussions moderated by Stephen Colbert at Radio City Music Hall. Obama emphasized the complexities of presidency, while Clinton praised Biden's economic policies. The event aimed to bolster support amid discontent over Biden's Israel stance. #President #JoeBiden #BarackObama #BillClinton #StephenColbert #Israel #ProPalestineProtestors #NewYorkProtests #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.102~PR.152~GR.124~

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Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million at Star-Studded Fundraiser [Video]

Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million at Star-Studded Fundraiser

Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million , at Star-Studded Fundraiser. President Biden will host the most lucrative political fundraiser in American history on March 28, Politico reports. . The event will feature former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. The event will feature former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Mindy Kaling will emcee the event from Radio City Music Hall. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. Lea Michele and Ben Platt. Lea Michele and Ben Platt. Stephen Colbert will host an "armchair conversation" with Biden, Obama and Clinton. Unlike our opponent, every dollar we’re raising is going to reach the voters who will decide this election — communicating the president’s historic record, his vision for the future and laying plain the stakes of this election, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement. The numbers don’t lie: today’s event is a massive show of force and a true reflection of the momentum to reelect the Biden-Harris ticket, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement. $25 million is expected to be raised at the event. . By comparison, Biden's campaign raised $21 million during all of last month. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump raised $20 million during the month of February.

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16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports [Video]

16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports

16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration , for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports. The lawsuit was filed on March 21. The states claim that the Biden administration does not have the authority to deny "federal permits for new liquid natural gas (LNG) exports," 'The Hill' reports. . The 16 attorneys general also allege that the pause goes against Congress. This ban disregards statutory mandates, flouts the normal regulatory process, upends the industry, disrupts Plaintiffs’ economies, and subverts our constitutional structure, Via lawsuit. These unlawful actions leave Plaintiffs with no choice but to once more turn to the courts to enforce the law, Via lawsuit. The suit goes on to allege that the ban is motivated by politics and comes "in the midst of an election year, and after a sustained pressure campaign from billionaire conglomerates, celebrities, ‘influencers,’ and banks.". The timing of the decision, in an election year, raises the likelihood that political motivations drove the action, House Oversight Committee Republicans, in a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. LNG, which is often considered to be "a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration. LNG, which is often considered to be "a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration. President Biden's pause on permits signifies a stark contrast from his predecessor. In February, the House passed a bill that would strip the White House of its LNG permit authority

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Remembering Aretha Franklin [Video]

Remembering Aretha Franklin

Remembering Aretha Franklin. Aretha Louise Franklin was born on March 25, 1942, and died on August 16, 2018. Here are five facts to celebrate the “Queen of Soul.”. 1. She was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 2. Franklin taught herself how to play the piano by ear. 3. She performed for Presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. 4. Franklin's single, "Respect," was a civil rights anthem. 5. NASA named an asteroid after her. Happy Birthday, Aretha Franklin!

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Kim Kardashian Kim Kardashian American media personality (born 1980)

TMZ TV Hot Takes: Kim Kardashian, Karrueche Tran, Le'Veon Bell

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Kim Kardashian & Kamala Harris: Inside White House Roundtable on Criminal Justice Reform | Oneindia [Video]

Kim Kardashian & Kamala Harris: Inside White House Roundtable on Criminal Justice Reform | Oneindia

Go behind closed doors as Kim Kardashian joins Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House for a crucial roundtable discussion on criminal justice reform. Witness their collaborative efforts and passionate advocacy for second chances and meaningful change. #KimKardashian #KamalaHarris #WhiteHouse #WhiteHouseRoundTable #JoeBiden #TheKardashians #VPKamalaHarris #Oneindia ~PR.274~HT.101~HT.98~GR.122~

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Kim Kardashian Returns to White House for Criminal Justice Reform

Kim Kardashian went back to the White House to advocate for criminal justice reform -- only here, it was with Biden's camp ... proving she's loyal to the cause,..
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Kim Kardashian Posts Photo with Taylor Swift's Frenemy Karlie Kloss

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Elon Musk Elon Musk South Africa–born businessman (born 1971)

Elon Musk Loses Appeal of 'Twitter Sitter' Provision [Video]

Elon Musk Loses Appeal of 'Twitter Sitter' Provision

Elon Musk , Loses Appeal of , 'Twitter Sitter' Provision . On April 29, the Supreme Court denied billionaire Elon Musk's challenge to the terms of a Securities and Exchange Commission agreement. . On April 29, the Supreme Court denied billionaire Elon Musk's challenge to the terms of a Securities and Exchange Commission agreement. . NBC reports that the SEC requirement would require a lawyer to review the Tesla CEO's social media posts. . In his appeal, Musk argued that the SEC's requirement, which has been dubbed the 'Twitter sitter' provision, unlawfully imposed conditions on his freedom to comment. . In his appeal, Musk argued that the SEC's requirement, which has been dubbed the 'Twitter sitter' provision, unlawfully imposed conditions on his freedom to comment. . The SEC requirement stems from Musk's tweets in 2018 that claimed he was taking Tesla private, which shocked the market and caused shares in the company to surge. The SEC requirement stems from Musk's tweets in 2018 that claimed he was taking Tesla private, which shocked the market and caused shares in the company to surge. The SEC deemed the tweets "materially false and misleading," and in clear violation of securities laws. At the time, Musk agreed to settle the issue with the SEC, which included his signing off on the so-called "Twitter sitter" provision. NBC reports that Musk has since said the restrictions are unconstitutional and that he was coerced into signing the SEC agreement. According to court papers, lawyers representing Musk have accused the SEC of waging an "ongoing campaign" against Musk. Musk's legal team claim the provision , "restricts Mr. Musk’s speech even when truthful and accurate.". It extends to speech not covered by the securities laws and with no relation to the conduct underlying the SEC’s civil action, Elon Musk legal team, via NBC. In response, the SEC said in court papers that Musk waived his right to appeal when he signed off on the settlement.

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Tesla's Musk in China as rivals reveal new electric cars at Beijing auto show [Video]

Tesla's Musk in China as rivals reveal new electric cars at Beijing auto show

Musk is viewed in China as a favourable contrast to the stern statements from US officials, particularly during the recent visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

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Elon Musk targets Australian senator, gun laws in deepening dispute over X attack posts | Oneindia [Video]

Elon Musk targets Australian senator, gun laws in deepening dispute over X attack posts | Oneindia

Elon Musk found himself in the crosshairs of controversy once again as he clashed with Australian authorities over content censorship on his platform, X. The dispute stemmed from a court order instructing X to remove video posts depicting a violent incident involving an Assyrian bishop. Musk, known for his outspoken nature, accused Australian leaders of attempting to stifle internet freedom, drawing condemnation from lawmakers. #ElonMusk #AnthonyAlbanese #ElonMuskVsAustralia #XStabbingPosts #PostCensorship #Australia #SenatorTargeted #XDispute #SydneyChurchStabbing #CensorshipBattle #GunLawsDebate #InternetFreedom #ContentRegulation #LegalChallenge ~PR.152~ED.101~GR.122~

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Elon Musk accuses Australia of censorship [Video]

Elon Musk accuses Australia of censorship

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Elon Musk and Australian PM row over stabbing video: What's going on?

Australia's prime minister said Elon Musk is an "arrogant billionaire who thinks he is above the law" over his reluctance to remove footage of last week's Church..
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