CryptoNews

Saipan Woman Gets 71 Months for $769K Bitcoin Wire Fraud Scheme

Bitcoin fraud claims led to a federal prison sentence for Sze Man Yu Inos. The case highlights how personal trust and false investment promises can expose older victims to major losses. Key Takeaways: Inos received prison time after prosecutors described false bitcoin investment claims. Saipan victims faced wider financial harm as the scheme expanded geographically. Federal prosecutors framed the…
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'The Martian' becomes real life: Meet 'Spudnik,' the space potato

NASA astronaut Don Pettit is showing off his pride and joy: a potato named “Spudnik.” In their very minimal “free time,” astronauts aboard the International Space Station generally play instruments, make art, take photos, and more. But Pettit spent his time making like Mark Watney in “The Martian,” and growing potatoes in microgravity. “Recognized by Andy Weir in his book/movie…
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AI & RoboticsNews

Stripe introduces Link, a digital wallet that autonomous AI agents can use, too

Financial services platform Stripe is introducing a digital wallet specifically built for the AI era, where autonomous agents can perform tasks that include shopping, paying for reservations, buying tickets, and more. At its annual conference this week, the company introduced Link, a wallet that allows you to connect various payment methods, track your spending, and view your recurring…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

This ultra-light cargo e-bike from JackRabbit can carry 10x its own weight

JackRabbit has made a name for itself by doing things differently in the e-bike world, and now the company is taking that same unconventional approach into cargo territory. This week, the San Diego-based micromobility brand unveiled the new MG Cargo, an ultra-lightweight cargo e-bike that aims to deliver serious hauling capability without the size and weight penalty that typically comes with the…
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