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Coinbase thinks vibe-coding 50% of its platform is a good idea

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has faced a barrage of ridicule after posting on X that 40% of code written for his crypto exchange is “AI-generated,” and he wants this to rise to more than half by next month. The somewhat arbitrary metric has drawn criticism and derision from across an industry all-too-familiar with the risks that hastily put together code can bring. ~40% of daily code written at Coinbase is AI-generated. I want to get it to >50% by October. Obviously it needs to be reviewed and understood, and not all areas of the business can use AI-generated code. But we should be using it responsibly as much as we possibly can. pic.twitter.com/Nmnsdxgosp — Brian Armstrong (@brian_armstrong) September 3, 2025 Read more: Coinbase torched by crypto community for US army parade sponsorship Armstrong’s recognition that AI-generated code should be “reviewed and understood, and not all areas of the business can use [it]” seemed insufficient to calm suspicions that...

Alphabet: Why GOOGL May Top List of ‘Millionaire Maker’ Stocks 

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Over the last two years, the US stock market has seen artificial intelligence dominate demand. That has seen a host of companies embrace competition as they seek to get ahead of the rapidly growing field. That could play a part in Alphabet (GOOGL) emerging as a top list of ‘millionaire maker’ stocks. The company has emerged as a big spender over the last year, but that could also pay off in a big way. Moreover, the Google parent company may be set to use its diversification prowess to its advantage within the growing technology. Indeed, it may well use AI to lead another key sector that is growing seemingly by the day. Source: MSN Also Read: Alphabet (GOOGL) AI Called ‘Once in a Generation’ as Stock Eyes $220? Alphabet Emerging as Top Growth Stock as It Looks to Hold ‘Millionaire Maker’ Label For what seems like ages, artificial intelligence has been a hyper-focus for the investment world. That has led to a number of companies getting in on the arms race, which makes a point of en...

Saudi Arabia Lays Out Roadmap For a New Quantum Era in Vision 2030

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is going further in the Vision 2030 roadmap by including advancements in quantum technology. It is now aiming to become a major player in the quantum revolution and move ahead of the oil sector that’s holding its economy upright. The roadmap focuses on pursuing a leadership role in technology to diversify the economy and drive innovation. Also Read: NVIDIA’s RTX Blackwell Chip Unveiled: Will It Push NVDA Stock Beyond $160 Saudi Arabia’s center of attention now focuses on education, research, and partnerships with leading tech giants like IBM and Pasqal. The international collaboration bridges the West into the Kingdom’s vision of a better and prosperous Vision 2030. The Kingdom is positioning itself to explore industrial applications of quantum computing and become a hub for the technology. “This report marks a pivotal step towards charting a course for a national quantum roadmap harnessing quantum advancements, fostering innovation, and bol...

US strips Ethereum dev Virgil Griffith of export privileges for 10 years

The export privilege ban comes from Griffith’s conviction and further impacts his involvement in international trade and transactions. The Department of Commerce has imposed a 10-year export privilege bar on Virgil Griffith, an Ethereum developer currently serving a five-year prison sentence. This bar restricts him from enjoying export privileges until April 12, 2032. The export privilege ban affects his ability tonparticipate in international trade and business. On April 12, 2022, Virgil Griffith was convicted in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York for breaching the IEEPA. Griffith was found guilty of unauthorized export of services to North Korea and circumventing U.S. sanctions imposed on North Korea. U.S. Attorney Geoffrey S. Berman accused Griffith of knowingly sharing technical information with North Korea that could aid in money laundering and evading sanctions, according to a statement. As a result of his conviction, Griffith has been sentenced to 63...

Aave’s proposal to launch on zkEVM passes ‘temperature check’ vote

A proposal to deploy the third version of lending protocol Aave has recently passed a “temperate check” with an overwhelming favorable majority. A " temperature check " proposal to deploy the decentralized exchange (DEX) Aave on the zkSync Era Mainnet has passed with overwhelming support from the Aave community.  When voting closed on April 16 more than 99% of Aave (AAVE) token holders voted in favor of launching the third version of the lending and borrowing protocol on the zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine (zkEVM). According to the proposal first pitched on March 26, the launch will be limited to USD Coin (USDC) and Ether (ETH). A [Temp Check] is currently running to deploy Aave V3 on the @zksync Era Mainnet, expanding Aave’s presence and tapping into the growing zkEVM ecosystem.https://t.co/ps1RMl7Sva — Aave (@AaveAave) April 14, 2023 Now that the temperature check has indicated a "positive sentiment," the next steps listed in the proposal will be to p...

Top 7 legal and compliance jobs in the crypto market

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Explore essential skills for top legal and compliance jobs in the crypto market. Cryptocurrencies are a rapidly growing market that is changing how people invest, buy and sell goods and services, and transfer money. However, with the growth of this market comes an increasing need for legal and regulatory compliance, particularly concerning issues such as money laundering, fraud and data protection. As a result, there is a demand in the cryptocurrency sector for legal and compliance specialists. The positions listed below are just a few examples of the various legal and compliance positions available in the cryptocurrency sector. Each one is crucial to ensuring that the market functions fairly, openly and lawfully. Compliance officer A compliance officer in the crypto market is responsible for ensuring that the company complies with all relevant laws and regulations, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.  Knowing the relevant laws and regul...

Reinventing the party scene: How one project is changing the game for clubs and festivals — Q&A with KlubCoin

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This crypto project is looking to bring a new age to clubbing and the whole electronic-music industry with the help of blockchain technology. The festival and clubbing scene is a vibrant and constantly evolving industry, with new trends and experiences popping up every year. From electronic dance music festivals to underground clubs, there’s something for everyone in the party scene. It’s an industry that brings people together, and it’s also a significant contributor to the economy. As the scene continues to grow and adapt, new technologies and innovations are being introduced to enhance the overall experience. One such innovation is the integration of cryptocurrency into the nightlife scene, specifically KlubCoin, which promises to bring a new level of excitement and innovation to the clubbing and festival industry. Q: Is there a problem with the way clubs and festivals operate right now? We would not say a problem, but while almost all industries have some type of loyalty program o...

Digital bank Revolut launches crypto staking for UK and EEA customers: Report

Currently, staking is available for DOT, XTZ, ADA, and ETH crypto assets, with yields reportedly ranging from 2.99% to 11.65%%. United Kingdom-based neo-banking platform Revolut, which boasts 25 million customers globally, has introduced crypto staking to its U.K. and European Economic Area (EEA) customers.  According to a report by London-based news agency altfi, the staking feature is expected to go live this week, allowing users to generate income on their crypto assets during its "soft testing" phase. At present, the staking feature is available for Polkadot (DOT),  Tezos (XTZ),  Cardano (ADA), and Ether (ETH) crypto assets, with yields ranging from 2.99% to 11.65%. However, these yields are not guaranteed.  In cryptocurrency, staking is a process where an individual holds or locks up a certain amount of a specific digital asset in a wallet for a certain period, typically from several days to several months. This action helps secure the network and validates transact...

90% of businesses adopting blockchain technology, data

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A new survey from CasperLabs found that despite education gaps, enterprise adoption of blockchain technology in the U.S., U.K. and China is set to increase in the next year. The crypto and blockchain space has had a turbulent past year, but that is not stopping users and enterprises from looking into the industry. A new survey from CasperLabs and Zogby Analytics revealed that the sentiment around blockchain adoption is especially positive among enterprises. The poll was conducted via 603 business enterprise “decision makers” in the United States, the United Kingdom and China. Nearly 90% of the businesses surveyed reported deploying blockchain technology in some capacity, with 87% saying they plan to invest in blockchain in the next year. This is particularly pronounced in China, where over half of the respondents plan to invest in blockchain in 2023. Ralf Kubli, a board member of the Casper Association, said that despite the recent turbulence, companies continue to turn to blockchain...