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PulseAugur coverage of FTX — every cluster mentioning FTX across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
6 day(s) with sentiment data
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Hard Fork podcast concludes, pivoting to new AI-focused show
The podcast "Hard Fork," which originated at The New York Times, is concluding its run. The show, initially focused on crypto, pivoted to extensively cover the rise of artificial intelligence after the launch of ChatGPT…
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Senate kills crypto bill CLARITY Act in 2026
The CLARITY Act, a significant piece of legislation for the cryptocurrency industry, failed to pass the Senate in 2026 following a narrow cloture vote. This outcome represents a major setback for crypto lobbyists and th…
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Robinhood Employees Charged with Crypto Trading Fraud
Two former Robinhood employees have been charged with crypto-trading fraud by federal prosecutors. The individuals are accused of using non-public information about upcoming cryptocurrency listings on the Robinhood plat…
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Caroline Ellison joins Manifund to develop funding platform
Caroline Ellison, formerly of Alameda Research, has joined Manifund in a full-time role to develop their funding platform and research philanthropic strategies. Ellison, who previously worked under the pseudonym "Carol"…
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User draws parallels between OpenAI, Anthropic, and FTX business risks
A user on Mastodon claims to have successfully appealed a copyright strike from the Beastie Boys, using this experience to draw parallels between the business practices of OpenAI and Anthropic. The user suggests that in…
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US government sells seized Anthropic stake worth up to $5B
The U.S. government has sold a stake in AI company Anthropic that was seized from former FTX executives. This stake, originally acquired through investments by individuals linked to FTX, could now be worth as much as $5…
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Banking lobby fights crypto Clarity Act amid strong profits
The banking industry is actively campaigning against the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, a bill aimed at integrating crypto assets into the mainstream economy. Despite the bill's potential to create business opportuni…
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Anthropic's ties to Sam Bankman-Fried funding raise concerns
Anthropic, an AI safety and research company, has reportedly received significant funding from entities linked to Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX. These investments, totalin…
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Ex-OpenAI researcher Leopold Aschenbrenner loses two-thirds of $45B hedge fund
Leopold Aschenbrenner, a 24-year-old former FTX staffer and OpenAI researcher, reportedly lost approximately two-thirds of his $45 billion hedge fund in a few weeks. The significant losses occurred recently, with margin…
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AI investments lead to massive hedge fund losses, analysis reveals · 2 sources tracked
A 24-year-old former FTX employee and OpenAI researcher, Leopold Ashenbrenner, authored an essay detailing how a hedge fund lost two-thirds of its $45 billion assets in mere weeks due to concentrated AI investments and …
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Canada's crypto leader WonderFi sells to Robinhood amid growth ceiling concerns
WonderFi, Canada's largest crypto company, was acquired by Robinhood for C$250 million, a move that highlights Canada's challenging business climate for ambitious tech companies. The founder argues that while some Canad…
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New concept 'Long Self-Correction' argues humanity needs fixing before AI
The concept of "Long Self-Correction" is proposed as an alternative to "AI Pause" and "Long Reflection," arguing that humanity's inherent flaws, not just AI's potential risks, necessitate a prolonged period of self-impr…
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Meta's AI ad uses end-of-world song, sparking criticism
Meta has released a new advertisement promoting artificial intelligence, set to David Bowie's 1972 song "Five Years." The ad aims to convey optimism about AI's role in human connection and progress, featuring uplifting …
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Bitcoin Stuck in Bear Market Amid Inflation and Leverage Concerns · 1 source tracked
Bitcoin is currently experiencing a bear market, trading at approximately half its all-time high, a situation analysts attribute to three primary factors. Despite a more supportive regulatory environment with President …
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Ultrasound Electronics denies glass substrate production; Temasek eyes AI, FTX losses linger; GPT-5.6 launch imminent
Ultrasound Electronics has stated that it is not involved in the research or production of glass substrate products. Separately, Temasek's global investment president discussed the firm's strategy, noting that cryptocur…
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Temasek shifts AI focus, Moonshot AI secures new funding, OpenAI loses Chief Futurist
Temasek Holdings is shifting its investment strategy, moving away from cryptocurrencies due to past losses from FTX. The firm is now focusing on opportunities in AI applications, European assets, the Middle East, and de…
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FTX's lost Anthropic stake now valued at $75B, far exceeding customer shortfall
FTX's former stake in AI company Anthropic, which was sold during bankruptcy proceedings, would now be worth approximately $75 billion based on Anthropic's current valuation. This potential value significantly exceeds F…
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ChatGPT tested for automated FX trading profitability
A recent experiment explored the profitability of using ChatGPT for automated foreign exchange (FX) trading. The study aimed to determine how much could be earned by employing AI in FX trading strategies. The findings, …
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Senators Urge Against Pardon for FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried
Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a resolution opposing any potential presidential pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried, the convicted co-founder of FTX. The resolution, supported by members of the Senat…
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Noah builds compliance moat in booming stablecoin payment market
Noah, a company focused on stablecoin infrastructure, is positioning itself as a key player in the growing stablecoin market. The company, founded by Shah Ramezani, aims to provide compliance and payment rails for busin…