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FBI blames North Korea for $6.3 billion Binance crypto heist on October 29
The FBI attributed the record-breaking exchange theft to actors it tracks as TraderTraitor, who allegedly began converting stolen tokens.
The Verge · +14 outlets
California law lets children of family vloggers force removal of footage of them at 18
Senate Bill 1247 gives adults who appeared in family vlogs as minors the right to demand takedowns, a first-of-its-kind limit on parental content monetization.
Tubefilter · +3 outlets
Bloomberg: music industry faces a $20 billion problem in public markets
The report examines why music assets have struggled to hold value as publicly traded investments.
Bloomberg · +2 outlets
AO3 could stay offline up to four weeks after security incident; no fanworks deleted
The Archive of Our Own said usernames, emails, IP addresses and hashed passwords may have been accessed in the breach.
Dexerto · +13 outlets
Anthropic adds Claude Code rule barring recreations of existing games
The quiet policy change blocks generation of specific existing titles while still permitting original games and genre work.
Dexerto · +7 outlets
California Prop 45 could give data centers a loophole around public scrutiny, advocates warn
The ballot measure pitched as a fast track for essential infrastructure would shorten timelines for energy-related projects.
The Verge · +14 outlets
YouTube18 stories ›
FBI blames North Korea for $6.3B Binance crypto heist, labels activity TraderTraitor
The FBI attributed the October 29 theft to state-linked hackers and said observed actors were converting stolen tokens, escalating concerns about crypto exchang
The Verge · +3 outlets
California SB 1247 lets children of family vloggers force removal of footage of them as minors
The new state law gives adults used in family content before turning 18 the right to request takedowns, a first-of-its-kind constraint on the family vlogging bu
Tubefilter
YouTube restores monetization for true crime channel EWU days after removal
The channel was reinstated into the YouTube Partner Program after being demonetized for breaking the platform's content restrictions.
Dexerto · +2 outlets
Colorado voters weigh a right-to-buy-natural-gas measure in US climate fight
The ballot question tests how states balance consumer energy access against decarbonization goals.
Time Magazine · +13 outlets
California Prop 45 could create a data center loophole, environmental advocates warn
Critics say the measure's fast-track for essential infrastructure could let data center developers evade public scrutiny.
The Verge · +6 outlets
NASA looks to commercial space industry to extend Hubble's life
The telescope faces reentry in the early to mid-2030s, prompting NASA to explore commercially led servicing options.
The Verge · +14 outlets
Twitch18 stories ›
California law gives children of family vloggers the right to demand footage of them be taken down
Senate Bill 1247 lets adults who were featured in family vlogging content as minors compel removal once they turn 18, a first-of-its-kind constraint on the fami
Tubefilter · +7 outlets
Streamers take on midterm election coverage as young voters tune out cable news
Livestreamers are filling a coverage gap for audiences that no longer watch traditional political television, extending the creator world into electoral media.
Forbes · +1 outlets
Dead by Daylight dev responds after backlash over free DLC gift to Twitch streamer TheBurntPeanut
Behaviour Interactive addressed player criticism over giving a popular streamer promotional DLC during a livestream, reviving questions about creator perks in g
Dexerto
YouTube restores monetization for true crime channel EWU days after demonetization
The channel was reinstated into the YouTube Partner Program after being removed for violating content restrictions, highlighting ongoing tension over moderation
Dexerto
Archive of Our Own warns it could stay offline up to four weeks after security incident
AO3 said no fanworks were deleted but usernames, emails, IP addresses and hashed passwords may have been accessed in the breach.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Influencer indicted over alleged $4 million food stamp fraud scheme
A social media personality known for flaunting private jets faces charges of stealing millions from a US food assistance program.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Platforms18 stories ›
FBI attributes $6.3 billion Binance crypto heist to North Korea; Binance CEO says 90% of assets replenished
The October 29 hack is one of the largest crypto thefts on record, and the FBI's attribution to state-linked actors raises national security stakes for exchange
The Verge · +13 outlets
Emmy Awards move to streaming as Prime Video and TV Academy sign six-year deal
The deal puts TV's top awards show on a streaming platform, the latest shift of major live events away from traditional broadcast.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
California law lets children of family vloggers force removal of footage of them
The law creates a takedown right for minors featured in monetized family content, a first-of-its-kind check on the family vlogging economy.
Tubefilter · +3 outlets
Instagram tests new long-form features as Adam Mosseri posts first try
Meta's Instagram chief publicly testing long-form video signals a possible push into formats dominated by YouTube and TikTok.
The Verge · +14 outlets
YouTube restores monetization for true crime channel EWU days after removal
The reversal highlights continuing tension over how YouTube enforces ad-friendly content rules on popular true crime channels.
Dexerto
Music industry faces a $20 billion public market problem
The report examines why music catalogs and companies have struggled to win over public investors despite record streaming revenue.
Bloomberg · +4 outlets
Creators18 stories ›
Music industry faces a $20 billion public market problem as catalogs and stocks slump
Public-market valuations across the music business have fallen sharply, pressuring labels, publishers and catalog owners that spent years buying rights at peak
Bloomberg · +2 outlets
AO3 could stay offline up to four weeks after security incident exposed user data
Archive of Our Own says no fanworks were deleted, but usernames, emails, IP addresses and hashed passwords may have been accessed, a major blow to the largest f
Dexerto · +14 outlets
YouTube restores monetization for true crime channel EWU days after removal
The reversal ends a brief demonetization over content restrictions, highlighting the ongoing tension between creator livelihoods and YouTube's ad policies.
Dexerto
Anthropic quietly bars Claude from recreating existing video games
The change to Claude Code restricts generation of clones of known games while still allowing original titles, expanding AI copyright guardrails into interactive
Dexerto · +4 outlets
Influencer indicted over alleged $4 million food stamp fraud scheme
The arrest of a social media figure accused of siphoning millions from a US food assistance program adds to scrutiny of influencer wealth displays.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Fortnite adds rare reward making the entire Item Shop free for 14 days
The Pirate Shop prize grants a temporary all-you-can-claim window with limits, a notable shake-up to Fortnite's in-game economy.
Dexerto · +3 outlets
Podcasts18 stories ›
Spotify brings podcast memberships to Australia and expands Music Quiz
Spotify is rolling out paid podcast memberships in a new market as it pushes listener-funded subscriptions alongside its ad business.
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Giggly Squad's SiriusXM deal points to shift from podcast networks to creator ecosystems
A top creator show signing directly with a distributor rather than a network reflects how talent is gaining leverage over packaging and rights.
Digiday · +4 outlets
Binance resumes crypto withdrawals in phases starting with bitcoin after $6.3B hack
The exchange says it has replaced most of the stolen crypto and is reopening withdrawals gradually, a key test of confidence after the industry's largest breach
CoinDesk · +14 outlets
Listnr launches full-length video versions of The Imperfects podcast
The Australian audio platform is adding video to a flagship show, joining the broader industry push toward video-first podcast distribution.
Mumbrella · +2 outlets
Mamamia's new CEO Luca Lavigne says risk-taking will define the company's next phase
The Australian women's media brand, which built much of its audience on podcasts, is under new leadership.
RadioInfo Australia · +1 outlets
Former ESPN star says network cut his salary in his final year: 'Loyalty doesn't pay'
The claim adds to scrutiny of how traditional sports broadcasters compensate on-air talent as athletes and commentators build independent media businesses.
Yahoo Sports · +9 outlets
Gaming18 stories ›
Fortnite adds rare chest reward granting 14 days of free Item Shop purchases
Epic is testing a limited-time Battle Royale chest roll that makes the entire Item Shop free for two weeks, with restrictions attached.
Dexerto · +7 outlets
Rockstar reportedly partnering with Travis Scott and Nike on $130 GTA 6 sneakers
The reported tie-in collection would launch around Grand Theft Auto 6, extending the game's marketing into fashion.
Dexerto · +3 outlets
Anthropic updates Claude Code to block recreations of existing games
The quietly added rule bars Claude from recreating specific existing video games while allowing original titles and genre-style games.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
AO3 could stay offline up to four weeks after security incident
The Archive of Our Own says no fanworks were deleted, but usernames, emails, IP addresses and hashed passwords may have been accessed.
Dexerto · +14 outlets
Dead by Daylight devs respond to backlash over free DLC gift to Twitch streamer TheBurntPeanut
Behaviour Interactive addressed community criticism after giving a popular streamer free DLC during a livestream.
Dexerto · +1 outlets
YouTube restores true crime channel EWU's monetization days after removal
The channel was reinstated into the YouTube Partner Program after being demonetized for content restrictions.
Dexerto · +1 outlets
Economy18 stories ›
OpenAI pares fundraising target, now seeking up to $20 billion in latest round
The cut signals investors are growing more cautious about AI valuations as a broader tech selloff pressures late-stage financing.
CNBC · +8 outlets
Altman travels to UAE to sign energy and investment deals for OpenAI
The agreements deepen OpenAI's ties to Abu Dhabi state-backed investors as it hunts for billions in funding and compute.
Bloomberg · +14 outlets
AI policy fears grip stock and bond traders as midterms approach
Market participants are hedging on election outcomes that could reshape AI regulation and the capital spending cycle behind it.
Bloomberg · +1 outlets
Oaktree's Howard Marks says AI stumbles have deepened investor skepticism
The veteran distressed investor's remarks reflect mounting concern that the AI trade has outrun fundamentals.
Bloomberg · +1 outlets
Anthropic's path to Nasdaq grows bumpier as AI IPO hype faces scrutiny
Scrutiny of AI valuations is complicating listing plans for one of the sector's most anticipated candidates.
CNBC · +3 outlets
North Korea hackers sharpen crypto heists with AI, tied to $6.3 billion Binance theft
The FBI attributed the record Binance heist to North Korea's TraderTraitor group, which is reportedly using AI to expand its operations.
Bloomberg · +8 outlets