Exclusive: Bitfury, known for its Bitcoin mining, launches $1 billion initiative to invest in ethical tech and AI

"Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer," a painting by Gustav Klimt, sold for a record-breaking $236 million at a Sotheby’s auction in New York. The artwork, which was deemed

The U.S. Commerce Department reported a nearly 24% decrease in the trade deficit, which was delayed for over seven weeks due to a government shutdown. Despite this reduction, the trade deficit for 2025 has risen to $713.6 billion through August, marking a 25% increase from the same period in 2024.

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, stated that the role of a CEO is among the 'easier things' that artificial intelligence (AI) could potentially replace. He highlighted that advancements in AI could assist individuals in making decisions regarding medical treatments and stock investments.

Dunkin' customers expressed outrage after an anonymous Facebook user revealed a display indicating that a new fill policy is leading to smaller servings of coffee. One customer reported paying over $6 for a large cookie butter cloud latte, which was not filled to the top due to this policy.

The anticipated Bitcoin bounce did not materialize, leaving leveraged traders in a precarious position. The cryptocurrency has seen a significant decline, falling nearly 30% from its peak earlier in 2025, raising concerns about the sustainability of high-risk investments in the crypto market.

Thieves are exploiting the holiday shopping rush through a method known as ghost tapping, where they can steal personal financial information from victims without their knowledge. This emerging threat poses significant risks to consumers who may be unaware of their exposed data.

Doppel has successfully raised $70 million in its Series C funding round, achieving a valuation of over $600 million. The investment, backed by Bessemer, aims to enhance the company's capabilities in combating AI-powered social engineering attacks.

The Abu Dhabi Investment Council significantly increased its investment in a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, tripling its position in the third quarter. This move occurred just before a major downturn in the cryptocurrency market, which has since seen a substantial selloff.