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“Apple is developing an in-house AI tool, aiming to enhance user experiences through AI integration in their forthcoming iOS17. However, this raises concerns over data security, prompting debate on whether AI should operate locally or on cloud. This has fueled greater focus on AI for mobile devices.”

The social media app Damus, popular for its Bitcoin-friendly features, recently faced potential removal from Apple’s App Store due to its Bitcoin tipping feature. The issue sparked concerns over curbing Bitcoin adoption and the evolution of global payment protocols over the internet. However, the confrontation gave rise to the Zapple Pay, a workaround bypassing Apple’s restrictions, highlighting the resilience of BTC-friendly platforms.

Bitcoin-friendly social app Damus recently confronted Apple over the removal of a bitcoin tipping feature, deemed a violation of Apple’s guidelines. Two Bitcoin developers, Ben Carman and Paul Miller created Zapple Pay, a workaround service using emojis, restoring the “zap” feature. The fate of this creative solution remains uncertain as cryptocurrency platforms continue to challenge tech giants.

Apple releases its mixed reality Vision Pro headset, with potential to influence Web3 experiences. Despite groundbreaking features, skepticism remains around its integration with blockchain and decentralized platforms, given Apple’s history and reluctance to embrace these technologies.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT iPhone app has quickly climbed App Store charts, with Apple endorsing it as a “must-have” app. Apple’s infamous 30% cut, or “Apple Tax,” on new iOS subscriptions means the tech giant profits from every ChatGPT Plus subscription, highlighting the complex interactions among AI pioneers, big tech, and regulators in this emerging revolution.

Apple and Samsung join other organizations like JPMorgan Chase and Amazon in restricting employee use of AI platforms such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT due to concerns over potential leaks of confidential information. OpenAI is responding to these concerns by improving ChatGPT’s privacy controls and encouraging federal regulation.

Apple recently restricted the use of ChatGPT and other AI tools, fearing potential exposure of sensitive data. Other major companies like Samsung, JPMorgan, and Goldman Sachs have also prohibited internal use of generative AI, while simultaneously developing their own applications.

Apple’s research in addressing bias in generative AI models proposes a collaborative approach to dataset development, with potential impact on the global tech landscape, finance, and other industries, including fintech, cryptocurrency trading, and blockchain. Scalability remains a challenge.

Blockchain leader Consensys introduces its first Consensys Fellowship Program, aiming to support Web3 startups. The non-equity program offers potential investments of up to $1.5 million, hands-on workshops, mentorship from industry professionals, and flexible part-time structure. It encourages innovative Ethereum use cases and startup growth.

Google Chrome has unveiled a new ad-curating platform, “Privacy Sandbox,” aimed at eliminating reliance on third-party cookies and fingerprinting. This move, regarded as a significant shift in internet advertising, has sparked mixed reactions over its effectiveness in enhancing user privacy. The balance between targeted advertising and privacy remains a contentious industry issue.

Blockstream plans to release their long-awaited ASIC miner in Q3 2024, after acquiring mining hardware manufacturer Spondoolies in 2021. The delay allows for thorough testing but may cause disappointment among followers, affecting the community’s perception of the overall blockchain and cryptocurrency market.

Arianee is revolutionizing NFTs for brands like Lacoste and Panerai by offering dynamic NFTs with six smart contracts, enhancing CRM in the Web3 space. Arianee’s platform simplifies NFT creation and enables new interactions between issuers and collectors, ultimately transforming brand-customer engagement.

The crypto industry must address its image problem to achieve mainstream adoption, through better communication of digital assets’ purpose, offering tangible services, and fostering trust and transparency amidst skepticism from recent incidents surrounding FTX and Terra ecosystem.

Crypto startup Openfort raised $3 million to develop its wallet-as-a-service software for game developers and publishers. Offering frictionless wallet technology via APIs, Openfort aims to simplify and enhance the gaming experience by abstracting cumbersome crypto transaction elements and supporting Ethereum-compatible networks.

AI’s rapid growth brings potential job displacement in sectors like banking and healthcare. However, developing creative or analytical thinking abilities and mastering AI-related tools can help workers avoid replacement. Continual skill development and adaptation are vital in today’s technological landscape.

Veloce, the world’s leading digital racing media network, partners with MDRxTech to launch its blockchain utility and governance token, VEXT. The token will empower the Veloce community to govern decentralized assets and offer benefits like influencing assets’ direction, transacting across games, and earning rewards for an enhanced user experience. This marks a milestone in Veloce’s journey towards revolutionizing gaming and racing with technology, community, and decentralized control.