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Judge says Keonne Rodriguez “used his talents to enable fraud,” highlighting tension between privacy and law. Authorities have handed a five-year prison sentence to the co-founder of the crypto mixing platform Samourai Wallet following their guilty plea. This development has sparked a debate over the line between privacy and crime in the digital asset space. Crypto Privacy Debate U.S. District Judge Denise Cote sentenced Keonne Rodriguez for conspiring to operate an unlicensed money-transmitting business. The 37-year-old had admitted guilt in July as part of a deal with prosecutors, with the five-year term marking the maximum penalty for the charge.…
This year, TechCrunch Disrupt showcased the incredible talent and groundbreaking ideas of our 2025 Startup Battlefield 200 cohort. Out of thousands of applications, we selected 200 of the most promising startups, each bringing unique innovations to their respective industries. The competition culminated in an electrifying event where these startups had the opportunity to pitch and demonstrate their solutions live over three days. From the top 20 finalists, TechCrunch editorial selected the top five companies that then battled it out for the $100,000 equity-free prize money and the coveted Disrupt Cup. The well-deserved win went to Glīd, with a strong runner-up,…
The last decade has seen incredible progress in machine learning (ML), primarily driven by powerful neural network architectures and the algorithms used to train them. However, despite the success of large language models (LLMs), a few fundamental challenges persist, especially around continual learning, the ability for a model to actively acquire new knowledge and skills over time without forgetting old ones.When it comes to continual learning and self-improvement, the human brain is the gold standard. It adapts through neuroplasticity — the remarkable capacity to change its structure in response to new experiences, memories, and learning. Without this ability, a person…
This month you wouldn’t be struggling to meet those 10,000+ steps, because Dubai’s stepped up (literally) their health-driven events. And here’s the sign for you to join along, The sixth edition of WeWalk Event is all about raising awareness and support for children living with diabetes This year, the newest addition is all about expanding the movement and making an even greater impact. After five successful editions of bringing communities together to walk for a cause, they’ll now be introducing WeRide – a brand-new cycling addition. So if you were not big on the idea of walking up all those…
UAE residents are looking ahead to the next public holiday, while Dubai announced a bold 2033 liveability push and a AED170bn ($46.3bn) national transport upgrade. Meanwhile, retail investors gained new access to government-backed Sukuk, Dubai property set fresh records, Emirates rolled out 200 biometric cameras toward a passport-free DXB journey and Saudia tested fully internet-enabled flights with free WiFi. Catch up with 10 of the biggest headlines this week, as selected by Arabian Business editors. UAE National Day 2025: When to expect your next public holiday UAE residents can look forward to one more public holiday in 2025 as the…
Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced details of its key achievements during the first nine months of 2025. The impressive results reflect the chamber’s active role in strengthening Dubai’s appeal as a destination for foreign direct investment. The chamber successfully attracted 261 companies to Dubai between Q1 and Q3 2025, a 65% increase from the 158 companies attracted over the same period in 2024. These included 44 multinational companies, compared to 40 in the corresponding period last year, reflecting growth of 10%. The chamber also attracted 217 small and…
Most of the crypto market is in the red, but XRP’s daily losses are worse than the rest of the larger caps. The uncertainty in the cryptocurrency markets returned in the past 12 hours or so as BTC was stopped at $104,000 and pushed south toward $100,000, a level which it managed to defend so far. Its downfall, though, dragged most altcoins with it, and XRP is in fact one of the poorest performers daily, which is rather surprising given some of the positive developments around it in recent days. So why is that? Good Ripple News Aside from…
Choosing the right legal structure for your startup is a critical decision that can impact your business’s future success. This comprehensive guide explores 18 key considerations, drawing on insights from legal and business experts to help you make an informed choice. From tax implications to growth potential and investor expectations, understanding these factors will set your startup on the path to long-term success and compliance. Craft a Comprehensive Operating Agreement Choose Structure for Long-Term Growth Legal Structure Impacts Business Credibility Private Limited Enhances Enterprise Client Trust LLC Flexibility Enables Rapid Reinvestment Adapt Legal Structure as Business Evolves C-Corp Aligns with…
Dubai International Chamber has announced strong results for the first nine months of 2025, reflecting its expanding role in driving foreign direct investment and global business engagement. Between Q1 and Q3 2025, the chamber attracted 261 companies to Dubai, marking a 65 per cent increase from the 158 companies recorded during the same period in 2024. Of these, 44 were multinational companies, compared to 40 in the corresponding period last year — a 10 per cent rise. The chamber also attracted 217 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the first nine months of 2025, up 84 per cent from 118…
The final countdown has begun. Next weekend, the city is gearing up for the return of the Dubai T100 Triathlon, a four-day celebration of sport, wellness, and community, taking place 13–16 November as part of the 30×30 Dubai Fitness Challenge. From pro-level racing to family-friendly fun runs, kids’ entertainment, plus live music at the Irish Village pop-up, the Dubai T100 promises an unforgettable long weekend of fitness and feel-good energy, all set against the iconic Dubai skyline. A SPORTING SPECTACLE FOR ALL LEVELS The weekend kicks off on Thursday, 13 November, with the Duathlon Relay, a team-based format ideal for…