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  1. TOOL · Mastodon — mastodon.social English(EN) ·

    Former FTX Guys Launch Unholy Combination of AI and Prediction Markets Promising No Losses https://gizmodo.com/former-ftx-guys-launch-unholy-combination-of-ai-a

    Former FTX executives have launched a new platform called 'Prediction Markets' that combines artificial intelligence with prediction markets. The platform aims to offer a novel approach to financial speculation, promising users the potential for profit without the risk of loss. This venture marks a significant step for the individuals involved, seeking to rebuild in the tech and finance space after the collapse of FTX. AI

    IMPACT This AI-powered prediction market could offer new avenues for financial speculation and risk management.

  2. COMMENTARY · Forbes — Innovation English(EN) ·

    Why Americans Are Turning Against Data Centers

    A recent Gallup poll indicates that a significant majority of Americans, 71%, oppose the construction of AI data centers in their local areas, surpassing opposition to nuclear power plants. Concerns primarily revolve around environmental impacts and resource consumption, such as water and electricity usage, alongside effects on local infrastructure and community character. This public wariness mirrors sentiment towards other emerging technologies like prediction markets and cryptocurrencies, where perceived risks and lack of familiarity outweigh potential benefits for many. AI

    Why Americans Are Turning Against Data Centers

    IMPACT Public opposition to AI data centers could slow infrastructure development and influence future policy decisions regarding AI deployment.

  3. RESEARCH · 36氪 (36Kr) 中文(ZH) · · [2 sources]

    The financing balance of the two cities increased by 5.218 billion yuan

    Minnesota has become the first state to enact legislation banning prediction markets, with the law set to take effect on August 1st. The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a lawsuit to block the state's enforcement of this new law. The CFTC argues that it, not individual states, has the authority to regulate such markets, and also raised concerns that the ban could impact farmers' ability to hedge against crop losses. AI

    IMPACT Regulatory actions against prediction markets could set precedents for the oversight of other novel digital platforms.