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EU regulator will launch MiCA consultation starting in July

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The European Union’s financial watchdog will launch a 3-part consultation process for the recently adopted Markets in Crypto Assets framework, or MiCA. In a notice posted to the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) website on June 12, regulators said the consultation packages would cover the authorization, governance, conflicts of interest, and complaint handling procedures of MiCA starting in July 2023. The measures will be subject to approval by the European Commission, European Parliament, and European Council. The first consultation package will include technical standards on the application of crypto…

Google Postpones Launch of Bard Chatbot in EU Over Privacy Concerns

According to Irish watchdog DPC, Google has not provided enough information about Bard and specifically about how its generative AI tool ensures Europeans’ privacy. Tech giant Google LLC (NASDAQ: GOOGL) has been forced to postpone the launch of its Google Bard chatbot in the European Union following the ban from Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC). The latter cited privacy concerns to explain its decision. According to DPC, Google has not provided enough information about Bard and specifically about how its generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool ensures Europeans’ privacy. In other words, Google…

Polygon Labs planning Polygon 2.0 launch

Polygon Labs has announced the impending launch of Polygon 2.0, a network upgrade it describes as a blueprint for building the “value layer of the internet.” According to the group, Polygon 2.0 will bring infinite scalability and unified liquidity to the Ethereum ecosystem, allowing anyone to seamlessly create, exchange, and program value. Polygon launching Polygon 2.0  Polygon, an Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution, has shed light on its upcoming Polygon 2.0 launch. The team says the Polygon 2.0 upgrade aims to radically revamp all aspects of the network, including its tokenomics.…

Orbs Debuts Permissionless Beta Launch of DAO Solution

As the permissionless beta launch of TON.Vote. goes live, Orbs’ L3 Guardians technology will be required to boost security.  Layer-3 infrastructure network for Decentralized Applications (DApps) Orbs has announced the permissionless beta launch of TON.Vote. According to the Press Release shared with Coinspeaker, TON.Vote is the new Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO)-based governance solution for The Open Network (TON).  According to Orbs, any TON-based project focused on infusing DAO-based governance can leverage the TON.Vote as it is now available for use.  Already, the likes of STON.fi, EvAA, TON Punks and Fanzee…

Apple (AAPL) Shares Rise to ATH Fueled by Launch of Vision Pro VR Headset

Apple stock hit its new ATH driven by increased iPhone sales and the launch of a competitive Vision Pro VR headset last week. Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) shares closed Monday trading around $183.79, up 1.56 percent from the day’s opening price. The $2.85 trillion valued tech giant has experienced increased demand for its products, thus motivating investors to double down on its stock market. As a result, the AAPL shares surpassed the prior ATH last week and the market is currently headed to a price discovery phase. The incredible performance…

Sweat Economy to Launch Governance Vote to Decide Fate of 2B Tokens

The new governance requires at least 75,000 votes for the proposal to be either accepted or rejected. Sweat Economy, the label behind the Sweatcoin and Sweat Wallet apps, plans to roll out a new governance vote later today in the wallet app. By doing this, the Sweat community will be saddled with the responsibility of deciding what happens to the 2 billion Sweat tokens lying idle in inactive users’ accounts. Token holders can now participate in the decision-making process by the principle of one man, one vote, thereby democratizing the…

Apple confirms acquisition of AR startup Mira following Vision Pro launch: Report

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Just a day after launching a new virtual reality (VR) product line, Apple Vision Pro, the tech giant confirmed the acquisition of Mira, an augmented reality startup that provides hands-free, smartphone-powered headsets. On June 7, The Verge reported Apple’s latest acquisition was revealed through a private Instagram post shared by Mira CEO Ben Taft, which Apple later confirmed as accurate to the outlet. Expected to hit the market in early 2024, Apple Vision Pro stands as the most expensive mixed-reality gear — currently priced at $3,499. While Vision Pro comes packed…

Louis Vuitton To Launch Via Treasure Trunks NFTs

The new collection of “a few hundred” digital trunks will open for registration on June 8 to consumers based in the U.S., Canada, France, the U.K., Germany, Japan and Australia. Select customers can then purchase the NFTs on June 16 for €39,000, or about $42,000. As part of the token’s utility roadmap, holders will receive a physical replica of their digital Treasure Trunk, which will also unlock access to upcoming Louis Vuitton products and immersive events. According to a press release, the brand plans to release limited products and experiences…

Agoria Empowers Fans with NFT Ownership in Upcoming Album Launch

Agoria is revolutionizing the music industry by granting fans ownership rights to his upcoming album through NFTs, creating a unique and immersive experience for his audience. Renowned French DJ, producer, and NFT artist Agoria is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative that challenges the traditional norms of the music industry. In an exciting move, Agoria is giving fans the chance to own his upcoming album through non-fungible tokens (NFTs). This innovative approach not only bridges the gap between the artist and their fans but also transforms the concept of ownership in the…