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As Donald Trump prepares to take office, America’s artificial intelligence (AI) policy stands at a crucial turning point, sparking debates about the future of AI development and regulation. His victory as the 47th president has already earned congratulations from tech giants like Jeff Bezos and ignited discussions about potentially giving Elon Musk a significant role in shaping the country’s AI policies moving forward. Trump has vowed to reverse many of the AI executive orders put in place by the Biden administration, arguing that they "stifle AI innovation" and push "radical left-wing ideas" onto the development of the technology. Although it's unclear what the direct impact of this repeal will be, it signals a move toward deregulation. The rhetoric surrounding it is dividing opinions, turning AI policy into a partisan issue—although voters across party lines support balanced regulation. Industry experts, however, are concerned that cutting back regulation may jeopardize AI safety at a time when it’s needed most. “The U.S. must focus on a solid and efficient infrastructure that allows organizations evaluating AI systems and their deployment to publish credible and verifiable information about these systems, including their origins, training data, sensor data provenance, and any security incidents,” Dave Maher, CTO of Intertrust Technologies, told me. “These filters should enforce safeguards and test for violations of ethical principles, such as promoting or endorsing harmful behaviors like violence in an AI model’s outputs.” A New Direction: Rolling Back AI Regulation? Musk, who supported Trump throughout his campaign, has been appointed to lead the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—a role aimed at overhauling the nation’s regulatory framework. He’ll be working alongside entrepreneur and politician Vivek Ramaswamy in this ambitious effort. Meanwhile, Americans for Responsible Innovation (ARI), a nonprofit focused on promoting responsible AI development, has started a petition with a goal of 10,000 signatures, urging Trump to appoint Elon Musk as a special advisor on AI. The group argues that Musk’s deep technical expertise and outspoken commitment to AI safety make him the perfect person to lead the U.S. in this crucial tech race. “The U.S. should lead the world in advancing AI safely and securely. No one is better equipped to help the Trump Administration make America lead on AI than Elon Musk,” reads the petition page on ARI’s website. “With proper mechanisms in place to handle conflicts of interest, Musk would be an invaluable asset for helping the Trump administration navigate the development of this transformational technology. Help us tell President-Elect Trump to make Musk a Special Advisor to the President on AI.” Musk has long warned about AI’s existential risks and expressed concern over AI becoming too powerful too quickly. But critics aren’t convinced. Some remain skeptical about Musk’s role in shaping AI policy, pointing to his decision to distance himself from OpenAI, a company he helped create, as well as his outspoken opposition to AI regulations. “There’s no way for Elon Musk to be unbiased, just like there’s no such thing as a truly ‘unregulated market.’ The absence of regulation is, in itself, a form of regulation—one that gives big corporations free rein to push their own agendas,” Hamid Ekbia, Director of the Autonomous Systems Policy Institute (ASPI) and Professor at Syracuse University, told me. “When Musk talks about deregulating AI, what he’s after is the chance to outpace his competitors. That's why he and others tend to exaggerate the existential risks of AI.” China’s Growing AI Prowess Fuels U.S. Concerns The U.S. faces mounting competition from China, which has invested heavily in AI development intending to surpass America by 2030. The AI race has become a central issue in discussions on national security, with both Democrats and Republicans viewing AI technology as a crucial component in defense strategies. China’s lower labor costs and focus on model training give it an edge in the AI race. Trump’s administration will likely continue to tighten restrictions on Chinese access to advanced semiconductors, a strategy initiated during his first term and expanded under President Biden. Trump’s stance on AI has been erratic, often praising its potential while warning of its dangers. He said that the U.S. would require vast infrastructure upgrades for AI, particularly in energy and computing power, to ensure the U.S. maintains its lead over China. To secure America’s technological position, experts call for ambitious investments in AI infrastructure. A recent proposal from OpenAI suggests creating "National Transmission Highways" to modernize the power grid and meet AI’s immense energy demands, a plan that aligns with Trump’s vision of improving infrastructure. “AI can optimize energy distribution and usage through virtual power plants, which manage thousands of components involved in energy production, storage, and consumption,” added Maher. “However, this is only feasible with extensive automation and AI to support precise decision-making. AI safety and security will be crucial for such systems’ successful, large-scale deployment.” Future of AI Regulation: What’s at Stake? Despite widespread bipartisan support, the U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI) —an organization created after Biden’s executive order to spearhead government efforts on AI safety—could face an uncertain future under President-elect Trump’s newly created DOGE. The department is expected to target federal programs for cuts, and AISI might be on the chopping block. However, tech leaders, lawmakers, and advocates are rallying for a more nuanced approach, arguing that safeguarding AI technology is critical to both national security and ethical progress. Moreover, AI companies like Leading OpenAI and Microsoft are vocal about the need for strong safeguards to maintain the U.S.’s position as a global leader in AI. “AI regulation has to start at the top,” Raj De Datta, CEO and co-founder of Bloomreach, shared with me. “A handful of companies dominate the AI market, and everyone else depends on their data centers or the models they produce. It’s vital that we start with these tech giants—ensuring they respect privacy, operate fairly, use diverse datasets, and uphold values we all agree on. That’s how we get the outcomes we want, the kind that benefit society.” But others, like Ekbia, caution that the current profit-driven approach of big tech companies is unlikely to prioritize the safety of their systems, let alone ethical or environmental concerns. He pointed to recent controversies at OpenAI as evidence that many tech companies put profit—their so-called "bottom line"—ahead of legal and ethical considerations. “How can we expect companies like Google, which has moved operations to tax havens like Ireland or the Cayman Islands, to act responsibly when it comes to developing AI?” he asks. The current situation underscores a key tension: balancing innovation with accountability. As Trump prepares to reshape U.S. AI policy, the industry faces a period of uncertainty. Whether his administration will accelerate or stifle innovation remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the stakes for AI safety, security, and leadership are higher than ever before. As Donald Trump prepares to take office, America’s artificial intelligence (AI) policy stands at a crucial turning point, sparking debates about the future of AI development and regulation. His victory as the 47th president has already earned congratulations from tech giants like Jeff Bezos and ignited discussions about potentially giving Elon Musk a significant role in shaping the country’s AI policies moving forward. Trump has vowed to reverse many of the AI executive orders put in place by the Biden administration, arguing that they "stifle AI innovation" and push "radical left-wing ideas" onto the development of the technology. Although it's unclear what the direct impact of this repeal will be, it signals a move toward deregulation. As Donald Trump prepares to take office, America’s artificial intelligence (AI) policy stands at a crucial turning point, sparking debates about the future of AI development and regulation. His victory as the 47th president has already earned congratulations from tech giants like Jeff Bezos and ignited discussions about potentially giving Elon Musk a significant role in shaping the country’s AI policies moving forward. Trump has vowed to reverse many of the AI executive orders put in place by the Biden administration, arguing that they "stifle AI innovation" and push "radical left-wing ideas" onto the development of the technology. Although it's unclear what the direct impact of this repeal will be, it signals a move toward deregulation. AI executive orders The rhetoric surrounding it is dividing opinions, turning AI policy into a partisan issue—although voters across party lines support balanced regulation. Industry experts, however, are concerned that cutting back regulation may jeopardize AI safety at a time when it’s needed most. “The U.S. must focus on a solid and efficient infrastructure that allows organizations evaluating AI systems and their deployment to publish credible and verifiable information about these systems, including their origins, training data, sensor data provenance, and any security incidents,” Dave Maher , CTO of Intertrust Technologies, told me. “These filters should enforce safeguards and test for violations of ethical principles, such as promoting or endorsing harmful behaviors like violence in an AI model’s outputs.” Dave Maher Dave Maher A New Direction: Rolling Back AI Regulation? Musk, who supported Trump throughout his campaign, has been appointed to lead the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) —a role aimed at overhauling the nation’s regulatory framework. He’ll be working alongside entrepreneur and politician Vivek Ramaswamy in this ambitious effort. Meanwhile, Americans for Responsible Innovation (ARI), a nonprofit focused on promoting responsible AI development, has started a petition with a goal of 10,000 signatures, urging Trump to appoint Elon Musk as a special advisor on AI. The group argues that Musk’s deep technical expertise and outspoken commitment to AI safety make him the perfect person to lead the U.S. in this crucial tech race. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) “The U.S. should lead the world in advancing AI safely and securely. No one is better equipped to help the Trump Administration make America lead on AI than Elon Musk,” reads the petition page on ARI’s website. “With proper mechanisms in place to handle conflicts of interest, Musk would be an invaluable asset for helping the Trump administration navigate the development of this transformational technology. Help us tell President-Elect Trump to make Musk a Special Advisor to the President on AI.” petition page petition page Musk has long warned about AI’s existential risks and expressed concern over AI becoming too powerful too quickly. But critics aren’t convinced. Some remain skeptical about Musk’s role in shaping AI policy, pointing to his decision to distance himself from OpenAI, a company he helped create, as well as his outspoken opposition to AI regulations. “There’s no way for Elon Musk to be unbiased, just like there’s no such thing as a truly ‘unregulated market.’ The absence of regulation is, in itself, a form of regulation—one that gives big corporations free rein to push their own agendas,” Hamid Ekbia , Director of the Autonomous Systems Policy Institute ( ASPI ) and Professor at Syracuse University, told me. “When Musk talks about deregulating AI, what he’s after is the chance to outpace his competitors. That's why he and others tend to exaggerate the existential risks of AI.” Hamid Ekbia Hamid Ekbia ASPI ASPI China’s Growing AI Prowess Fuels U.S. Concerns The U.S. faces mounting competition from China, which has invested heavily in AI development intending to surpass America by 2030. The AI race has become a central issue in discussions on national security, with both Democrats and Republicans viewing AI technology as a crucial component in defense strategies. China’s lower labor costs and focus on model training give it an edge in the AI race. Trump’s administration will likely continue to tighten restrictions on Chinese access to advanced semiconductors, a strategy initiated during his first term and expanded under President Biden. Trump’s stance on AI has been erratic, often praising its potential while warning of its dangers. He said that the U.S. would require vast infrastructure upgrades for AI, particularly in energy and computing power, to ensure the U.S. maintains its lead over China. To secure America’s technological position, experts call for ambitious investments in AI infrastructure. A recent proposal from OpenAI suggests creating "National Transmission Highways" to modernize the power grid and meet AI’s immense energy demands, a plan that aligns with Trump’s vision of improving infrastructure. “AI can optimize energy distribution and usage through virtual power plants, which manage thousands of components involved in energy production, storage, and consumption,” added Maher. “However, this is only feasible with extensive automation and AI to support precise decision-making. AI safety and security will be crucial for such systems’ successful, large-scale deployment.” Future of AI Regulation: What’s at Stake? Despite widespread bipartisan support, the U.S. AI Safety Institute (AISI) —an organization created after Biden’s executive order to spearhead government efforts on AI safety—could face an uncertain future under President-elect Trump’s newly created DOGE. The department is expected to target federal programs for cuts, and AISI might be on the chopping block. However, tech leaders, lawmakers, and advocates are rallying for a more nuanced approach, arguing that safeguarding AI technology is critical to both national security and ethical progress. Moreover, AI companies like Leading OpenAI and Microsoft are vocal about the need for strong safeguards to maintain the U.S.’s position as a global leader in AI. “AI regulation has to start at the top,” Raj De Datta, CEO and co-founder of Bloomreach, shared with me. “A handful of companies dominate the AI market, and everyone else depends on their data centers or the models they produce. It’s vital that we start with these tech giants—ensuring they respect privacy, operate fairly, use diverse datasets, and uphold values we all agree on. That’s how we get the outcomes we want, the kind that benefit society.” But others, like Ekbia, caution that the current profit-driven approach of big tech companies is unlikely to prioritize the safety of their systems, let alone ethical or environmental concerns. He pointed to recent controversies at OpenAI as evidence that many tech companies put profit—their so-called "bottom line"—ahead of legal and ethical considerations. “How can we expect companies like Google, which has moved operations to tax havens like Ireland or the Cayman Islands, to act responsibly when it comes to developing AI?” he asks. The current situation underscores a key tension: balancing innovation with accountability. As Trump prepares to reshape U.S. AI policy, the industry faces a period of uncertainty. Whether his administration will accelerate or stifle innovation remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the stakes for AI safety, security, and leadership are higher than ever before.

Trump’s 2024 Victory Sparks AI Policy Debate: What’s Next for America’s Tech Future?

Trumpovo vítězství v roce 2024 podnítí politickou debatu o AI: Co bude dál pro americkou technologickou budoucnost?

La victoria de Trump en 2024 genera un debate sobre políticas de inteligencia artificial: ¿qué le espera al futuro tecnológico de Estados Unidos?

Trumpen 2024ko garaipenak AI politikaren eztabaida pizten du: zer da Amerikako etorkizun teknologikorako?

Viktwa 2024 Trump la te pwovoke deba sou politik AI: kisa kap vini pou avni teknoloji Amerik la?

La vittoria di Trump nel 2024 accende il dibattito sulla politica dell’intelligenza artificiale: quale sarà il futuro tecnologico degli Stati Uniti?

トランプ大統領の2024年勝利がAI政策論争を巻き起こす：アメリカのテクノロジーの未来はどうなるのか？

ტრამპის 2024 წლის გამარჯვებამ გამოიწვია AI პოლიტიკის დებატები: რა არის შემდეგი ამერიკის ტექნიკური მომავლისთვის?

Трамптың 2024 жылғы жеңісі AI саясатына қатысты пікірталас тудырды: Американың техникалық болашағын не күтіп тұр?

트럼프의 2024년 승리가 AI 정책 논쟁을 촉발: 미국의 기술 미래는 어떻게 될까?

ට්‍රම්ප්ගේ 2024 ජයග්‍රහණය AI ප්‍රතිපත්ති විවාදයට තුඩු දෙයි: ඇමරිකාවේ තාක්ෂණික අනාගතය සඳහා මීළඟට කුමක් ද?

Trump-nyň 2024-nji ýyldaky ýeňşi AI syýasaty barada jedel döredýär: Amerikanyň tehnologiýa geljegi üçin näme bolar?

Trump'ın 2024 Zaferi Yapay Zeka Politikası Tartışmasını Başlattı: Amerika'nın Teknoloji Geleceğinde Sırada Ne Var?

Today, I watched an episode of "The Ben and Marc Show", where Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz discussed how Trump's victory could change everything for tech startups. Initially, I thought, "Politics isn't really my thing," but something caught my attention, so I decided to watch. And you know what? I didn't regret it for a second. They talked about how the last four years have been a real challenge for those in the tech industry. Constant pressure and unclear regulations have been stifling innovation. The crypto industry suffered particularly hard. Imagine this: some legally compliant companies were simply kicked out of the banking system! "It was a direct act of authoritarian violence."
- Marc Andreessen Without access to banking services, companies were forced to operate exclusively in cash, which created enormous problems. Holding large amounts of cash is not only inconvenient but also dangerous—there's an increased risk of theft and other crimes. Marc and Ben noted that for tech companies, this is even more challenging than for businesses in the marijuana trade, which have faced similar difficulties. Tech companies rely on investments and rapid turnover of funds, and operating solely in cash is simply unrealistic. How can you attract investments if you don't have a bank account? How do you pay employees and suppliers? This threatened the very existence of innovative projects. An interesting fact about the Amish: it turns out that the Amish, who historically don't vote at all, came out to vote for Trump because their farms were subjected to raids for selling unpasteurized milk. At the same time, car theft is barely considered a serious crime. Marc and Ben gave an example: "If you steal a car and just go for a joyride, it's practically not a crime. But if you sell unpasteurized milk, expect the FBI at your doorstep." It's both funny and sad. This shows how selectively laws are applied and how ordinary people and businesses suffer. To stand up for the interests of startups, Marc and Ben became actively involved in politics. They supported candidates who advocate for technology and development, rather than bans and restrictions. To do this, they created an organization called Fair Shake—a political action committee (PAC) that funded campaigns for pro-technology candidates. Their efforts paid off: many of the candidates they supported won their elections. I really liked how they said, "Someone needs to stand up for IT and startups, and we're doing it." A beautiful example of democracy! Their optimistic outlook for the crypto industry is particularly encouraging. Although I personally don't use cryptocurrency much, I was always annoyed by how Telegram's crypto project was shut down. As an IT entrepreneur, I didn't like that at all. I wonder if the situation will change under Trump. Maybe government decisions will be reconsidered, and Pavel Durov will finally be able to implement what he planned. They also discussed artificial intelligence. Marc and Ben emphasized how important it is to support innovation in AI and not stifle it with excessive regulation. I myself am working on a startup in the AI field and see how quickly new technologies are taking over the world. Of course, they can be intimidating, and they mustn't fall into the wrong hands. But it's necessary to maintain a balance and allow them to develop, to trust the process, and act based on circumstances rather than preemptively banning everything. In Europe, where I am, some AI features appear later due to stricter regulations, and that's not the most pleasant trend. At the same time, I haven't heard of any tragic or truly frightening situations since the appearance of GPT-3.5. Moreover, they drew attention to energy and its connection to AI. Developing artificial intelligence requires enormous computational power, which means energy. They discussed the possibility of reviving nuclear energy as a clean and efficient source. An interesting thought. Perhaps in the future, this will help solve many problems. In fact, if the news is to be believed, this is already happening. It seems that Google and Amazon have begun constructing mini nuclear reactors. What do you think—will it now be easier for startups and tech companies to thrive? Maybe it's time for us to take part in shaping the future of technology and not stand on the sidelines. If you're interested, watch the episode yourself — here's the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4jWb-0nj44&embedable=true I think you'll find it thought-provoking too. Today, I watched an episode of "The Ben and Marc Show", where Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz discussed how Trump's victory could change everything for tech startups. Initially, I thought, "Politics isn't really my thing," but something caught my attention, so I decided to watch. And you know what? I didn't regret it for a second. They talked about how the last four years have been a real challenge for those in the tech industry. Constant pressure and unclear regulations have been stifling innovation. The crypto industry suffered particularly hard. Imagine this: some legally compliant companies were simply kicked out of the banking system! "It was a direct act of authoritarian violence." - Marc Andreessen "It was a direct act of authoritarian violence." "It was a direct act of authoritarian violence." - Marc Andreessen Without access to banking services, companies were forced to operate exclusively in cash, which created enormous problems. Holding large amounts of cash is not only inconvenient but also dangerous—there's an increased risk of theft and other crimes. Marc and Ben noted that for tech companies, this is even more challenging than for businesses in the marijuana trade, which have faced similar difficulties. Tech companies rely on investments and rapid turnover of funds, and operating solely in cash is simply unrealistic. How can you attract investments if you don't have a bank account? How do you pay employees and suppliers? This threatened the very existence of innovative projects. An interesting fact about the Amish: it turns out that the Amish, who historically don't vote at all, came out to vote for Trump because their farms were subjected to raids for selling unpasteurized milk. At the same time, car theft is barely considered a serious crime. Marc and Ben gave an example: "If you steal a car and just go for a joyride, it's practically not a crime. But if you sell unpasteurized milk, expect the FBI at your doorstep." It's both funny and sad. This shows how selectively laws are applied and how ordinary people and businesses suffer. To stand up for the interests of startups, Marc and Ben became actively involved in politics. They supported candidates who advocate for technology and development, rather than bans and restrictions. To do this, they created an organization called Fair Shake—a political action committee (PAC) that funded campaigns for pro-technology candidates. Their efforts paid off: many of the candidates they supported won their elections. I really liked how they said, "Someone needs to stand up for IT and startups, and we're doing it." A beautiful example of democracy! Their optimistic outlook for the crypto industry is particularly encouraging. Although I personally don't use cryptocurrency much, I was always annoyed by how Telegram's crypto project was shut down. As an IT entrepreneur, I didn't like that at all. I wonder if the situation will change under Trump. Maybe government decisions will be reconsidered, and Pavel Durov will finally be able to implement what he planned. They also discussed artificial intelligence. Marc and Ben emphasized how important it is to support innovation in AI and not stifle it with excessive regulation. I myself am working on a startup in the AI field and see how quickly new technologies are taking over the world. Of course, they can be intimidating, and they mustn't fall into the wrong hands. But it's necessary to maintain a balance and allow them to develop, to trust the process, and act based on circumstances rather than preemptively banning everything. In Europe, where I am, some AI features appear later due to stricter regulations, and that's not the most pleasant trend. At the same time, I haven't heard of any tragic or truly frightening situations since the appearance of GPT-3.5. Moreover, they drew attention to energy and its connection to AI. Developing artificial intelligence requires enormous computational power, which means energy. They discussed the possibility of reviving nuclear energy as a clean and efficient source. An interesting thought. Perhaps in the future, this will help solve many problems. In fact, if the news is to be believed, this is already happening. It seems that Google and Amazon have begun constructing mini nuclear reactors. What do you think—will it now be easier for startups and tech companies to thrive? Maybe it's time for us to take part in shaping the future of technology and not stand on the sidelines. If you're interested, watch the episode yourself — here's the video: here's the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4jWb-0nj44&embedable=true https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4jWb-0nj44&embedable=true I think you'll find it thought-provoking too.

How Trump's Victory Could Reshape the Future for Startups

If you think the feds have been napping on the job, think again. They’re shaking things up with a crackdown that might just make the big players in finance and tech rethink their cozy negligence toward fraud. Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR The Australian government is slapping a potential $50 million fine on telcos, banks, and social media behemoths if they don’t up their game in protecting customers from scams. And it’s not just about the fines—compensation payments are on the table too. Scam Watch’s latest tally reads like a horror story: Australians have been robbed of a staggering $159 million through 164,000 scams this year alone. And that’s just the reported cases. Many victims keep quiet about their losses, leaving the real figure buried under the surface. Under the new government proposals, scam victims will soon have the power to pursue compensation from banks, telcos, and digital platforms through the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). This is a game changer, allowing Australians a fighting chance to recover their stolen funds. Federal Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones has announced a three-week consultation period for these measures, promising a new route for Australians to reclaim their hard-earned cash. The proposed reforms are no half-measures. Banks will be required to report scams to authorities the moment they detect them and to block any transactions in progress. They’ll also be tasked with identifying and shutting down money mule accounts—those shady operators that receive and shuffle stolen funds, often disappearing them offshore. But the crackdown doesn't end there. Digital giants like Facebook, YouTube, and Google will have to tighten their grip by verifying the identities of advertisers and ensuring their content adheres to the law. Phone providers won’t escape either—they’ll need to verify the origins of text messages and block scam-related calls. Consumer advocacy groups are giving these proposed changes a thumbs-up. The Consumer Action Law Centre (CALC), CHOICE, and the Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) have all voiced support. CALC’s chief executive, Stephanie Tonkin, is even advocating for a reimbursement model similar to the UK’s, which could potentially smooth out some of the obstacles for scam victims seeking redress. It’s a step in the right direction, but the real test will be in how effectively these new measures are implemented. Just weeks ago, ANZ and NAB execs faced the Senate to tackle the ever-expanding menace of scams. NAB’s Ross McEwan made waves with his call for a “big Australia moment,” stressing that banks can’t tackle this crisis on their own. In response, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has given the green light for banks to team up and create a unified industry standard to combat this growing threat. Australia's Federal Assistant Treasurer, Stephen Jones, laid down the law: companies that fail to step up will be hit with hefty fines and substantial compensation claims. This tough new stance is designed to ensure that businesses take their responsibilities for protecting customers from fraud seriously. Jones also outlined that the new regulations impose strict obligations on banks, telecom companies, and social media platforms. They’ll need to prevent, detect, disrupt, report, and respond to scam content within their operations. It’s a clear signal that the government expects a proactive and rigorous approach to tackling fraud. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reveals a staggering 13.2 million Australians are exposed to scams. The annual growth rate of scam victims is 18.8%, which is quite alarming. Scammers use phones, texts, or emails to trick you into giving them your personal info or money. If you think the feds have been napping on the job, think again. They’re shaking things up with a crackdown that might just make the big players in finance and tech rethink their cozy negligence toward fraud. Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR The Australian government is slapping a potential $50 million fine on telcos, banks, and social media behemoths if they don’t up their game in protecting customers from scams. And it’s not just about the fines—compensation payments are on the table too. $50 million fine Scam Watch’s latest tally reads like a horror story: Australians have been robbed of a staggering $159 million through 164,000 scams this year alone. And that’s just the reported cases. Many victims keep quiet about their losses, leaving the real figure buried under the surface. Under the new government proposals, scam victims will soon have the power to pursue compensation from banks, telcos, and digital platforms through the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). This is a game changer, allowing Australians a fighting chance to recover their stolen funds. Federal Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones has announced a three-week consultation period for these measures, promising a new route for Australians to reclaim their hard-earned cash. The proposed reforms are no half-measures. Banks will be required to report scams to authorities the moment they detect them and to block any transactions in progress. They’ll also be tasked with identifying and shutting down money mule accounts—those shady operators that receive and shuffle stolen funds, often disappearing them offshore. But the crackdown doesn't end there. Digital giants like Facebook, YouTube, and Google will have to tighten their grip by verifying the identities of advertisers and ensuring their content adheres to the law. Phone providers won’t escape either—they’ll need to verify the origins of text messages and block scam-related calls. Consumer advocacy groups are giving these proposed changes a thumbs-up. The Consumer Action Law Centre (CALC), CHOICE, and the Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) have all voiced support. CALC’s chief executive, Stephanie Tonkin, is even advocating for a reimbursement model similar to the UK’s, which could potentially smooth out some of the obstacles for scam victims seeking redress. It’s a step in the right direction, but the real test will be in how effectively these new measures are implemented. Just weeks ago, ANZ and NAB execs faced the Senate to tackle the ever-expanding menace of scams. NAB’s Ross McEwan made waves with his call for a “big Australia moment,” stressing that banks can’t tackle this crisis on their own. In response, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has given the green light for banks to team up and create a unified industry standard to combat this growing threat. Australia's Federal Assistant Treasurer, Stephen Jones, laid down the law: companies that fail to step up will be hit with hefty fines and substantial compensation claims. This tough new stance is designed to ensure that businesses take their responsibilities for protecting customers from fraud seriously. Jones also outlined that the new regulations impose strict obligations on banks, telecom companies, and social media platforms. They’ll need to prevent, detect, disrupt, report, and respond to scam content within their operations. It’s a clear signal that the government expects a proactive and rigorous approach to tackling fraud. social media The Australian Bureau of Statistics reveals a staggering 13.2 million Australians are exposed to scams. The annual growth rate of scam victims is 18.8%, which is quite alarming. Scammers use phones, texts, or emails to trick you into giving them your personal info or money.

Australian Government's Plan To Compensate Scam Victims - Tech Companies To Face Fines

If you’ve spent any time on Facebook lately—and who hasn’t?—you’ve probably seen it. A group with a title that practically waves a red flag: “SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE.” It sounds like the place where you'd finally find the justice you’ve been looking for after falling victim to an online scam. Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Maybe they’ll track down your lost money, or better yet, the scammer who conned you. Well, spoiler alert: they won’t. In fact, the ones behind this group are likely the same folks who ripped you off in the first place. Facebook, now going by Meta (because a rebrand magically fixes everything), is supposedly equipped with state-of-the-art systems to protect users from fraud. You’d think that includes shutting down a group that’s effectively a wolf in sheep’s clothing. But no, “SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE” is still up and running, despite countless reports by concerned users. And let’s be honest—Meta’s reaction has been about as useful as shouting into the wind. At first glance, this group seems almost noble. They’ve got the look of a do-gooder vigilante squad, dedicated to helping scam victims recover their hard-earned cash. But here’s where it gets twisted: the group is nothing more than a scam itself, a sinister plot to squeeze even more money out of already vulnerable victims. It’s like getting pickpocketed and then paying the thief to "help" you find your wallet. In what can only be described as a truly bitter irony, these fraudsters charge fees for “recovering” stolen funds. Spoiler number two: once you’ve sent money to a scammer, it’s gone. Vanished. The chances of some random Facebook group recovering it? About as likely as Facebook’s customer service actually responding to your complaints in a timely manner. But the real kicker? The group is riddled with scammers pretending to be everyday users. These aren’t your average internet trolls; these are organized scammers, often from overseas, posing as Westerners with stolen photos and fake profiles. And while the average user might not notice anything amiss, a closer look shows this group for what it is: a full-on scam factory. Profiles are fake, motives are even faker, and the whole thing is operating under the not-so-watchful eye of Meta. Despite numerous reports—complaints about everything from fake profiles to the scams happening right in plain sight—Meta has responded with a resounding, “We did not take any action.” Yeah, you read that right. One of the biggest tech companies in the world, with access to the kind of AI most of us can only dream of, is apparently powerless against a bunch of digital con artists. It’s almost laughable, except it’s not. Meta’s failure to act sends a chilling message: scammers are safe here. As long as they don’t get too loud about it, they can operate under the radar with little to no fear of getting booted off the platform. So what happens when someone, already humiliated and out a chunk of cash, turns to Meta for help? They’re met with silence—or worse, with a dismissive shrug. Why It's Time for Governments to Step In Meta's apparent refusal to address the rising tide of scams on its platform sends a troubling message: scammers have a safe haven under their watch. Rather than cracking down on fraud, Meta’s inaction seems to shield the very criminals preying on innocent users. Victims, already humiliated and financially drained, find no justice when they report fake profiles and fraudulent activity—just silence. The negligence isn't just a technological glitch; it’s a moral failure. It's time for governments to intervene, hold Meta accountable, and put an end to this unchecked lawlessness. Australia’s Albanese Government is stepping up to the plate with draft legislation aimed at slapping hefty penalties—up to $50 million—on banks, telecoms, and social media platforms like Facebook if they fail to fight back against fraud. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones is leading the charge, declaring that Australia will become one of the toughest places in the world for scammers to operate. He emphasized, "The best protections anywhere in the world should be available to people here in Australia." The truth is, Australians are losing too much money to scams. Although we've avoided the international trend where scam losses double yearly, we’re still seeing far too many victims. Jones' words signal a shift in accountability—finally putting pressure on social media giants like Facebook, which have let scams flourish for far too long. Former Sunrise host David Koch knows the frustration all too well. For years, he’s called out scammers using his image and fake quotes to deceive people, with Facebook doing little to stop it. “I had a bloke on the weekend contact me through Facebook, abusing me because he lost $30,000 to a scam that used my picture and dodgy comments,” says Koch. The reality is this: Facebook has devolved into a breeding ground for scams. The platform, once intended to connect us, has become a cesspool for fraudsters, from fake ads to phishing schemes, all targeting users daily. Even worse, Facebook’s ad system seems to amplify these scams, giving fraudsters an even bigger stage. Rather than protecting users, Meta seems more focused on cashing in ad revenue, no matter how deceptive the ads may be. Scammers are thriving on the very platform that claims to keep us safe. If governments don't intervene, Meta’s complicity will only continue to endanger users worldwide. It’s time for someone to wake up and realize this isn’t just a technical oversight—it’s a moral issue. Meta’s refusal to take down groups like “SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE” doesn’t just allow scammers to thrive, it almost feels like an endorsement. And as much as we’d love to think we’re safe online, the truth is that until companies like Meta are held accountable, scam culture will continue to thrive in plain sight. At this point, maybe it’s time to ask the government to step in. We’ve let these platforms self-regulate long enough, and it’s clear that isn’t working. Letting scammers run rampant under the guise of “user-generated content” is more than irresponsible—it’s complicit. Meta may think a new name wipes the slate clean, but if this group is any indication, the mess is far from over. If you’ve spent any time on Facebook lately—and who hasn’t?—you’ve probably seen it. A group with a title that practically waves a red flag: “SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE.” It sounds like the place where you'd finally find the justice you’ve been looking for after falling victim to an online scam. Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Editor’s note: This story represents the views of the author of the story. The author is not affiliated with HackerNoon staff and wrote this story on their own. The HackerNoon editorial team has only verified the story for grammatical accuracy and does not condone/condemn any of the claims contained herein. #DYOR Maybe they’ll track down your lost money, or better yet, the scammer who conned you. Well, spoiler alert: they won’t. In fact, the ones behind this group are likely the same folks who ripped you off in the first place. Facebook, now going by Meta (because a rebrand magically fixes everything), is supposedly equipped with state-of-the-art systems to protect users from fraud . You’d think that includes shutting down a group that’s effectively a wolf in sheep’s clothing. fraud But no, “ SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE ” is still up and running, despite countless reports by concerned users. And let’s be honest—Meta’s reaction has been about as useful as shouting into the wind. SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE At first glance, this group seems almost noble. They’ve got the look of a do-gooder vigilante squad, dedicated to helping scam victims recover their hard-earned cash. But here’s where it gets twisted: the group is nothing more than a scam itself, a sinister plot to squeeze even more money out of already vulnerable victims. scam victims It’s like getting pickpocketed and then paying the thief to "help" you find your wallet. It’s like getting pickpocketed and then paying the thief to "help" you find your wallet. It’s like getting pickpocketed and then paying the thief to "help" you find your wallet. In what can only be described as a truly bitter irony, these fraudsters charge fees for “recovering” stolen funds. Spoiler number two: once you’ve sent money to a scammer, it’s gone. Vanished. The chances of some random Facebook group recovering it? About as likely as Facebook’s customer service actually responding to your complaints in a timely manner. Facebook But the real kicker? The group is riddled with scammers pretending to be everyday users. These aren’t your average internet trolls; these are organized scammers, often from overseas, posing as Westerners with stolen photos and fake profiles. And while the average user might not notice anything amiss, a closer look shows this group for what it is: a full-on scam factory. Profiles are fake, motives are even faker, and the whole thing is operating under the not-so-watchful eye of Meta. closer look this group Despite numerous reports—complaints about everything from fake profiles to the scams happening right in plain sight—Meta has responded with a resounding, “We did not take any action.” Yeah, you read that right. fake profiles One of the biggest tech companies in the world, with access to the kind of AI most of us can only dream of, is apparently powerless against a bunch of digital con artists. It’s almost laughable, except it’s not. Meta’s failure to act sends a chilling message: scammers are safe here. As long as they don’t get too loud about it, they can operate under the radar with little to no fear of getting booted off the platform. So what happens when someone, already humiliated and out a chunk of cash, turns to Meta for help? They’re met with silence—or worse, with a dismissive shrug. Why It's Time for Governments to Step In Meta's apparent refusal to address the rising tide of scams on its platform sends a troubling message: scammers have a safe haven under their watch. Rather than cracking down on fraud, Meta’s inaction seems to shield the very criminals preying on innocent users. Victims, already humiliated and financially drained, find no justice when they report fake profiles and fraudulent activity—just silence. The negligence isn't just a technological glitch; it’s a moral failure. It's time for governments to intervene, hold Meta accountable, and put an end to this unchecked lawlessness. Australia’s Albanese Government is stepping up to the plate with draft legislation aimed at slapping hefty penalties—up to $50 million—on banks, telecoms, and social media platforms like Facebook if they fail to fight back against fraud. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones is leading the charge, declaring that Australia will become one of the toughest places in the world for scammers to operate. He emphasized, "The best protections anywhere in the world should be available to people here in Australia." The truth is, Australians are losing too much money to scams. Although we've avoided the international trend where scam losses double yearly, we’re still seeing far too many victims. Jones' words signal a shift in accountability—finally putting pressure on social media giants like Facebook, which have let scams flourish for far too long. Former Sunrise host David Koch knows the frustration all too well. For years, he’s called out scammers using his image and fake quotes to deceive people, with Facebook doing little to stop it. “I had a bloke on the weekend contact me through Facebook, abusing me because he lost $30,000 to a scam that used my picture and dodgy comments,” says Koch. Sunrise host David Koch The reality is this: Facebook has devolved into a breeding ground for scams. The platform, once intended to connect us, has become a cesspool for fraudsters, from fake ads to phishing schemes, all targeting users daily. Even worse, Facebook’s ad system seems to amplify these scams, giving fraudsters an even bigger stage. Rather than protecting users, Meta seems more focused on cashing in ad revenue, no matter how deceptive the ads may be. Scammers are thriving on the very platform that claims to keep us safe. If governments don't intervene, Meta’s complicity will only continue to endanger users worldwide. It’s time for someone to wake up and realize this isn’t just a technical oversight—it’s a moral issue. Meta’s refusal to take down groups like “SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE” doesn’t just allow scammers to thrive, it almost feels like an endorsement. And as much as we’d love to think we’re safe online, the truth is that until companies like Meta are held accountable, scam culture will continue to thrive in plain sight. At this point, maybe it’s time to ask the government to step in. We’ve let these platforms self-regulate long enough, and it’s clear that isn’t working. Letting scammers run rampant under the guise of “user-generated content” is more than irresponsible—it’s complicit. Meta may think a new name wipes the slate clean, but if this group is any indication, the mess is far from over.

Meta's Blind Spot: How Scammers Run Free On Facebook While Victims Pay the Price

In a long-overdue and resounding triumph for content creators everywhere, Tech-Gate.org, the notorious haven for copyright theft and flagrant DMCA violations, has been yanked from Google's index and de-hosted. This victory marks a significant win in the battle against those who believe that stealing the hard work of writers and journalists is not only acceptable but somehow defensible. Tech-Gate.org, a parasitic website that ballooned to over 1000 DMCA takedown notices listed in the Lumen database was a blight on the digital landscape. For years, it operated with brazen impunity, pilfering articles, images, and other creative works from unsuspecting authors and news outlets. The site shamelessly claimed stolen content as its own, all while maintaining an air of sanctimonious self-righteousness. The audacity of Tech-Gate.org knew no bounds. It was not just a minor player in the world of copyright infringement; it was a veritable cesspool of theft and deception. This wasn’t a case of an occasional misstep or a small-scale operation. No, Tech-Gate.org made a mockery of intellectual property laws with over a thousand documented violations, turning content creators into nothing more than unwitting donors to its exploitative agenda. For far too long, the operators of Tech-Gate.org thrived in their digital den of iniquity, using clever tricks and legal loopholes to keep their illegal activities out of reach. They assumed that their underhanded tactics could keep them shielded from the consequences, dismissing the rightful complaints of those whose work they had stolen. But now, as the dust settles on this monumental victory, we can finally say a resounding farewell to Tech-Gate.org. The removal of their site from Google’s index and their de-hosting serves as a powerful message: theft of intellectual property will not be tolerated, and those who engage in such nefarious activities will be held accountable. Many websites, including reputable news platforms, often source information or data from other sites. However, they typically take the time to learn, analyze, and carefully write their own articles, adding value by presenting the information in their own unique voice and style. It usually involves proper research, fact-checking, and original commentary that transforms the sourced material into something new and informative for their readers. In contrast, Tech-gate.org decided to take a more problematic approach by outright scraping content from other websites. Rather than creating original pieces or offering fresh perspectives, they republish writers' work under their own names without any meaningful alterations. While they may include a hyperlink back to the original source, these links are often embedded with irrelevant and spammy anchor text. Let this be a lesson to others who might be tempted to follow in Tech-Gate.org’s reprehensible footsteps. The digital age does not mean that the hard work of writers, journalists, and other content creators is up for grabs. The theft of creative works is not a victimless crime; it undermines the very essence of artistic and journalistic integrity. To all those who have been wronged, the victory is a reminder that justice is not only possible but inevitable. It stands as a testament to the relentless efforts of those who fight to protect intellectual property and the belief that every creator deserves their due respect and recompense. As I finally close this chapter, l ask you all to remain vigilant and committed to defending the rights of creators everywhere. Tech-Gate.org may be gone, but the fight against copyright infringement continues. Let this victory fuel our resolve to uphold the principles of creativity and integrity. In a long-overdue and resounding triumph for content creators everywhere, Tech-Gate.org, the notorious haven for copyright theft and flagrant DMCA violations, has been yanked from Google's index and de-hosted. In a long-overdue and resounding triumph for content creators everywhere, Tech-Gate.org, the notorious haven for copyright theft and flagrant DMCA violations, has been yanked from Google's index and de-hosted. This victory marks a significant win in the battle against those who believe that stealing the hard work of writers and journalists is not only acceptable but somehow defensible. Tech-Gate.org, a parasitic website that ballooned to over 1000 DMCA takedown notices listed in the Lumen database was a blight on the digital landscape. For years, it operated with brazen impunity, pilfering articles, images, and other creative works from unsuspecting authors and news outlets. The site shamelessly claimed stolen content as its own, all while maintaining an air of sanctimonious self-righteousness. 1000 DMCA takedown notices Lumen database The audacity of Tech-Gate.org knew no bounds. It was not just a minor player in the world of copyright infringement; it was a veritable cesspool of theft and deception. This wasn’t a case of an occasional misstep or a small-scale operation. No, Tech-Gate.org made a mockery of intellectual property laws with over a thousand documented violations, turning content creators into nothing more than unwitting donors to its exploitative agenda. Tech-Gate.org content creators For far too long, the operators of Tech-Gate.org thrived in their digital den of iniquity, using clever tricks and legal loopholes to keep their illegal activities out of reach. They assumed that their underhanded tactics could keep them shielded from the consequences, dismissing the rightful complaints of those whose work they had stolen. But now, as the dust settles on this monumental victory, we can finally say a resounding farewell to Tech-Gate.org. The removal of their site from Google’s index and their de-hosting serves as a powerful message: theft of intellectual property will not be tolerated, and those who engage in such nefarious activities will be held accountable. Many websites, including reputable news platforms, often source information or data from other sites. However, they typically take the time to learn, analyze, and carefully write their own articles, adding value by presenting the information in their own unique voice and style. It usually involves proper research, fact-checking, and original commentary that transforms the sourced material into something new and informative for their readers. In contrast, Tech-gate.org decided to take a more problematic approach by outright scraping content from other websites. Rather than creating original pieces or offering fresh perspectives, they republish writers' work under their own names without any meaningful alterations. While they may include a hyperlink back to the original source, these links are often embedded with irrelevant and spammy anchor text. Let this be a lesson to others who might be tempted to follow in Tech-Gate.org’s reprehensible footsteps. The digital age does not mean that the hard work of writers, journalists, and other content creators is up for grabs. The theft of creative works is not a victimless crime; it undermines the very essence of artistic and journalistic integrity. To all those who have been wronged, the victory is a reminder that justice is not only possible but inevitable. It stands as a testament to the relentless efforts of those who fight to protect intellectual property and the belief that every creator deserves their due respect and recompense. As I finally close this chapter, l ask you all to remain vigilant and committed to defending the rights of creators everywhere. Tech-Gate.org may be gone, but the fight against copyright infringement continues. Let this victory fuel our resolve to uphold the principles of creativity and integrity.

Goodbye: A Major Victory In The Fight Against Copyright

PRAGUE, Czech Republic, August 13th, 2024/Chainwire/--Victoria VR, a blockchain Virtual Reality World and AI VR builder developer, today announced the launch of its latest game, VRtap. Designed as a cutting-edge Strategic PvP for Telegram, the new title mixes play-to-earn with strategic PvP battle to connect realistic Virtual Reality gaming to mobile users. Allowing players to engage in dynamic gameplay by developing unique characters and champions, competing in strategic PvP battles, and gathering valuable resources, the game features an immersive experience that incorporates the principles of the five natural elements of Feng Shui. Players can master and purchase a variety of champion characters, each with unique abilities, and level them up to enhance their skills in battle. Exclusive champion skins and a quest and task system are essential to gameplay, furnishing additional customization. With strategic PvP battles at the heart of the game, players use spells to outmaneuver and defeat their opponents. Players earn VR Points as both active and passive income from winning battles or mining resources, offering multiple strategies for wealth accumulation in a unique play-to-earn VR environment. "With the launch of VRtap, we are bringing a new level of strategic gameplay to mobile devices while introducing immersive experiences that our VR games are known for," said Adam Bém, CEO & Co-Founder at Victoria VR. "Combining the tactical depth of strategic PvP battles with the accessibility of Telegram, we are creating a bridge between mobile and VR gaming. This integration enables our community to engage across platforms in an innovative manner. Additionally, there are rumors that VRtap active users may be rewarded with a completely new category of airdrop, which has never been seen before!” The Telegram game is a mobile extension of Victoria VR’s PvP Arenas, integrating with the existing VR game to allow players to connect with the community and compete for VR Points. For a glimpse of the immersive VR experience, check out the trailer here. About Victoria VR Victoria VR is a blockchain-based Virtual Reality World with Realistic Graphics. It combines MMORPG elements with a revolutionary VR AI Builder, allowing anyone to create their own VR experiences without any coding skills. Website  |  Telegram  |  IG  |  Discord |  Facebook  | X | LinkedIn |  Email  |   Whitepaper Contact CEO & Co-Founder Adam Bém Info@victoriavr.com This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. PRAGUE, Czech Republic, August 13th, 2024/Chainwire/--Victoria VR, a blockchain Virtual Reality World and AI VR builder developer, today announced the launch of its latest game, VRtap. Designed as a cutting-edge Strategic PvP for Telegram, the new title mixes play-to-earn with strategic PvP battle to connect realistic Virtual Reality gaming to mobile users. Allowing players to engage in dynamic gameplay by developing unique characters and champions, competing in strategic PvP battles, and gathering valuable resources, the game features an immersive experience that incorporates the principles of the five natural elements of Feng Shui. Players can master and purchase a variety of champion characters, each with unique abilities, and level them up to enhance their skills in battle. Exclusive champion skins and a quest and task system are essential to gameplay, furnishing additional customization. With strategic PvP battles at the heart of the game, players use spells to outmaneuver and defeat their opponents. Players earn VR Points as both active and passive income from winning battles or mining resources, offering multiple strategies for wealth accumulation in a unique play-to-earn VR environment. "With the launch of VRtap, we are bringing a new level of strategic gameplay to mobile devices while introducing immersive experiences that our VR games are known for," said Adam Bém, CEO & Co-Founder at Victoria VR. "Combining the tactical depth of strategic PvP battles with the accessibility of Telegram, we are creating a bridge between mobile and VR gaming. This integration enables our community to engage across platforms in an innovative manner. Additionally, there are rumors that VRtap active users may be rewarded with a completely new category of airdrop, which has never been seen before!” The Telegram game is a mobile extension of Victoria VR’s PvP Arenas, integrating with the existing VR game to allow players to connect with the community and compete for VR Points. For a glimpse of the immersive VR experience, check out the trailer here . here here About Victoria VR Victoria VR is a blockchain-based Virtual Reality World with Realistic Graphics. It combines MMORPG elements with a revolutionary VR AI Builder, allowing anyone to create their own VR experiences without any coding skills. Website | Telegram | IG | Discord | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Email | Whitepaper Website Website Telegram Telegram IG IG Discord Discord Facebook Facebook X X LinkedIn LinkedIn Email Email Whitepaper Whitepaper Contact CEO & Co-Founder Adam Bém Info@victoriavr.com This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here. This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here . here here

Victoria VR Unveils Strategic PvP Game On Telegram

ভিক্টোরিয়া ভিআর টেলিগ্রামে কৌশলগত পিভিপি গেম উন্মোচন করেছে

Victoria VR stellt strategisches PvP-Spiel auf Telegram vor

Victoria VR presenta un juego PvP estratégico en Telegram

Victoria VR dévoile un jeu PvP stratégique sur Telegram

विक्टोरिया वीआर ने टेलीग्राम पर रणनीतिक पीवीपी गेम का अनावरण किया

Victoria VRがTelegramで戦略的なPvPゲームを発表

Victoria VR, Telegram에서 전략적 PvP 게임 공개

Victoria VR revela jogo estratégico PvP no Telegram

Victoria VR представляет стратегическую PvP-игру в Telegram

Victoria VR, Telegram'da Stratejik PvP Oyununu Tanıttı

Victoria VR ra mắt trò chơi PvP chiến lược trên Telegram

Victoria VR 在 Telegram 上推出战略性 PvP 游戏

The Noonification: Are You a Victim of Crypto Theft? (7/11/2024)

If you've been a victim of a crypto theft in 2024, you're not alone. A new report from blockchain researchers TRM Labs says that hackers stole more money in the first six months of 2024 when compared to the same period last year. Anecdotally, it is likely that at least one person reading this newsletter has been a victim of that theft. Looking at the numbers, hackers made off with $1.4 billion in crypto in the first half of 2024, compared to $657 million in the comparable period of 2023. In short, double the amount. Most of the damage came from a "small number of large attacks" with the top five hacks and exploits accounting for 70% of the amounts stolen, the report said. Hackers relied on private key and seed phrase compromises to make off with users' crypto and also used smart contract exploits and flash loan attacks to steal assets. The biggest attack in 2024 so far has been the theft of over 4,500 bitcoins at Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin in May which resulted in a loss of over $300 million based on the cryptocurrency's value at the time. "While the exact cause of the attack remains unknown, potential vectors include stolen private keys or address poisoning—a tactic wherein attackers send tiny amounts of cryptocurrency to a victim’s wallet to create fake transaction histories, potentially confusing users into sending funds to the wrong address in future transactions," TRM Labs said in its report. Is 2024 the worst year for crypto hacks? Apparently not. According to TRM, the worst year for crypto hacks was 2022. While people did not lose as much crypto to hacks in 2023, this resurgence in 2024 is worrying and TRM said it had not observed any fundamental changes in the security of the cryptocurrency ecosystem that may explain this upward trend. It also said that it had not found any significant differences in attack vectors or in the number of attacks between the first halves of 2023 and 2024. The United Nations previously accused North Korean hackers of crypto-related thefts, alleging that crypto was being used to fund the country's nuclear and missile programs. TRM suggests that organizations implement a multi-layered defense strategy to protect themselves from hacks and exploits by unruly actors (who may or may not be North Korean hackers). If you've been a victim of crypto theft, drop me an email, and let's tell the world your story. Even if you don't want to tell your story, that's fine – just don't fall for the charlatans on the internet who claim they can recover your crypto. They probably can't. It's a Great Time to be an AI Startup 🤖 If you're the founder of an artificial intelligence startup, boy do we have some great news for you! Funding for your startup should not be a problem. At least, according to the data available at Crunchbase. Investments in AI startups more than doubled in the second quarter of 2024 to $24 billion, according to Reuters, which cited Crunchbase data. Five out of six billion-dollar funding rounds went to AI companies, Reuters said. Surprisingly, the list included Elon Musk's xAI, which raised $6 billion during the second quarter of 2024. In case you don't know, Musk announced his own AI startup soon after OpenAI's ChatGPT became all the rage. Musk was a "co-founder" of OpenAI but had a spat with the company which resulted in him leaving the firm. Initially, Musk wanted to name his company TruthGPT because he felt generative AI products like ChatGPT were too woke, but then named it xAI because this was around the same time Twitter was rebranded to X and the Tesla owner is weirdly obsessed with the alphabet. xAI's aim is "to advance our collective understanding of the universe," according to its website and the company has a chatbot called Grok which is supposedly trained on tweet data. It's not very good though. Still, it looks like investors are piling up for Musk's xAI, in hopes that Grok will finally stick. In Other News.. 📰 It's Not Germany Selling Bitcoin. It's One of Its States and It Has No Choice. — via CoinDesk
Humane execs leave company to found AI fact-checking startup — via TechCrunch
Meta will now remove some posts attacking ‘Zionists’ as a form of hate speech — via CNN
Microsoft to offer Apple devices to employees in China, cites absence of Android services — via Reuters
The Washington Post debuts AI chatbot — via Axios
San Francisco’s AI boom can’t stop real estate slide, as office vacancies reach new record — via CNBC And that's a wrap! Don't forget to share this newsletter with your family and friends! See y'all next week. PEACE! ☮️ — Sheharyar Khan, Editor, Business Tech @ HackerNoon *All rankings are current as of Monday. To see how the rankings have changed, please visit HackerNoon's Tech Company Rankings page. Tech, What the Heck!? is a once-weekly newsletter written by HackerNoon editors that combine HackerNoon's proprietary data with news-worthy tech stories from around the internet. Humorous and insightful, the newsletter recaps trending events that are shaping the world of tech. Subscribe here. If you've been a victim of a crypto theft in 2024, you're not alone. A new report from blockchain researchers TRM Labs says that hackers stole more money in the first six months of 2024 when compared to the same period last year. Anecdotally, it is likely that at least one person reading this newsletter has been a victim of that theft. Looking at the numbers, hackers made off with $1.4 billion in crypto in the first half of 2024, compared to $657 million in the comparable period of 2023. In short, double the amount. Most of the damage came from a "small number of large attacks" with the top five hacks and exploits accounting for 70% of the amounts stolen, the report said. Hackers relied on private key and seed phrase compromises to make off with users' crypto and also used smart contract exploits and flash loan attacks to steal assets. private key private key seed phrase seed phrase smart contract exploits smart contract exploits flash loan attacks flash loan attacks The biggest attack in 2024 so far has been the theft of over 4,500 bitcoins at Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin in May which resulted in a loss of over $300 million based on the cryptocurrency's value at the time. theft theft "While the exact cause of the attack remains unknown, potential vectors include stolen private keys or address poisoning—a tactic wherein attackers send tiny amounts of cryptocurrency to a victim’s wallet to create fake transaction histories, potentially confusing users into sending funds to the wrong address in future transactions," TRM Labs said in its report . report report Is 2024 the worst year for crypto hacks? Apparently not. According to TRM, the worst year for crypto hacks was 2022. While people did not lose as much crypto to hacks in 2023, this resurgence in 2024 is worrying and TRM said it had not observed any fundamental changes in the security of the cryptocurrency ecosystem that may explain this upward trend. It also said that it had not found any significant differences in attack vectors or in the number of attacks between the first halves of 2023 and 2024. The United Nations previously accused North Korean hackers of crypto-related thefts, alleging that crypto was being used to fund the country's nuclear and missile programs. previously accused previously accused TRM suggests that organizations implement a multi-layered defense strategy to protect themselves from hacks and exploits by unruly actors (who may or may not be North Korean hackers). If you've been a victim of crypto theft, drop me an email , and let's tell the world your story. Even if you don't want to tell your story, that's fine – just don't fall for the charlatans on the internet who claim they can recover your crypto. They probably can't. drop me an email drop me an email It's a Great Time to be an AI Startup 🤖 It's a Great Time to be an AI Startup If you're the founder of an artificial intelligence startup, boy do we have some great news for you! Funding for your startup should not be a problem. At least, according to the data available at Crunchbase. Investments in AI startups more than doubled in the second quarter of 2024 to $24 billion, according to Reuters, which cited Crunchbase data. Five out of six billion-dollar funding rounds went to AI companies, Reuters said. Surprisingly, the list included Elon Musk's xAI, which raised $6 billion during the second quarter of 2024. In case you don't know, Musk announced his own AI startup soon after OpenAI's ChatGPT became all the rage. Musk was a "co-founder" of OpenAI but had a spat with the company which resulted in him leaving the firm. spat spat Initially, Musk wanted to name his company TruthGPT because he felt generative AI products like ChatGPT were too woke , but then named it xAI because this was around the same time Twitter was rebranded to X and the Tesla owner is weirdly obsessed with the alphabet. name name too woke too woke weirdly obsessed weirdly obsessed xAI's aim is "to advance our collective understanding of the universe," according to its website and the company has a chatbot called Grok which is supposedly trained on tweet data. It's not very good though. website website very good very good Still, it looks like investors are piling up for Musk's xAI, in hopes that Grok will finally stick. In Other News.. 📰 In Other News.. 📰 It's Not Germany Selling Bitcoin. 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NAFO (North Atlantic Fella Organization) recently commemorated its second anniversary as a group dedicated to supporting Ukraine’s efforts to defend itself in the wake of Russia’s full-scale invasion. This decentralized group of individuals from around the world, often unorganized, can organically assemble with great passion to make a mockery of those spreading Russian disinformation when needed. The group has shown no signs of relenting in its fight against pro-Russian narratives and propaganda on the internet. Its most recent target was former Trump administration official, Elbridge Colby. According to the Department of Defense, Elbridge Colby was the “Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy and Force Development, in which capacity he was responsible for defense strategy, force development, and strategic analysis for OSD Policy.” He is also the grandson of William Colby, who was the head of the CIA under Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. As a CIA Deputy in Vietnam under Lyndon Johnson, he was responsible for the Phoenix Program. Colby’s primary argument centers around the idea that aid should be reduced to Ukraine, in favor of shifting America’s focus to the Asia-Pacific. However, this was not the primary driver leading NAFO fellas to attack Colby with counterpoints and memes. As Ed Scarce wrote in Crooks & Liars, Elbridge took issue with a video from last month of the head of NATO's military committee Bob Bauer giving praise to the efforts of NAFO as a group in helping fight Russian disinformation. Elbridge’s reply to the video already has over 260k impressions on X (formerly known as Twitter). Elbridge then began complaining about his posts and account timeline being inundated with “NAFO accounts.” Seeking a defensive alliance, he tried to engage Elon Musk and pro-Kremlin commentator, David Sacks. However, disinformation expert and founder of Vatnik Soup, Pekka Kallioniemi, pointed out that the treatment Elbridge was getting was “the exact treatment that people talking against the Kremlin have been receiving for the last 10 years.” It  was quite the sight to see on X that a former Trump official was sitting behind a screen, ferociously engaging  with random individuals with profile images of cartoon dogs. One fella on X with the username osint_69 commented, “The funny thing about Mr. Elbridge Colby is that he thinks of himself as a serious person who should be respected but he is engagement farming by arguing with cartoon dogs. His grandfather would surely be ashamed.” Even former US House representative, Adam Kinzinger, who is a fella himself, joined in on the mockery. Kinzinger, responding to Elbridge, commented “you don’t get to feign seriousness now that you tried pretending NAFO was CIA, got schooled, and for months refused serious convos.” Elbridge joins a long list of officials who have been humbled by a random group of cartoon dogs on the internet. First, it was the infamous Mikhail Ulyanov who found himself in a spat with NAFO fellas in 2022. He made the mistake of replying to a cartoon dog, with the words heard around Twitter, “You pronounced this nonsense, not me.” Ulyanov was humiliated and took down his social media for some time. As Vice News put it, “Shitposting Shiba Inu Accounts Chased a Russian Diplomat Offline.” Russian state media was left licking their wounds as they finally felt the momentum shift as Russian troll farms finally met a worthy opponent fighting back against Russian information warfare. RT, the official Russian state media, made an attempt to discredit NAFO by labeling it as “a vast pro-Ukrainian 'bot army' designed to influence Western policy makers.” Russia uses troll factories to try and spread disinformation across the internet. For years, the West lacked an effective response. In a democratic society, governments can’t restrict the open flow of information, which makes it easier for authoritarian governments to influence Western societies. There is a reason China has never allowed TikTok to be available domestically but supports its functioning in the West. It is difficult to doubt the effectiveness of NAFO. There isn’t any better alternative in the democratic world as a counterweight to the Russian information offensive on the internet. Before NAFO’s existence, a prominent official or pro-Kremlin commenter like David Sacks could spread propaganda without ridicule, and the average person reading the posts and comments was more likely to accept it as fact. It was estimated that around 126 million Americans saw Russian-backed content on Facebook during the 2016 presidential campaign. With NAFO’s intervention, if someone is reading a post spreading Russian disinformation and sees the comments full of memes ridiculing the posted statements, it might give the reader pause and the idea to further research what is being discussed. As Pekka Kallioniemi puts it: By ridiculing Russian propaganda, NAFO disarms it since the disinformation is so unbelievable and poorly executed. The danger of not fighting Russian disinformation will have impacts on the battlefield itself. While the US Congress was splintered and debating aid for Ukraine, Russia's disinformation played an important role in helping delay aid. In December 2023, US Senator Thom Tillis said that talks on Ukraine aid were bogged down as some lawmakers had concerns that “people will buy yachts with this money.” This was a popular point of disinformation pushed by Russian intelligence services that had been spreading throughout the internet, even retweeted by the US House Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene. Elbridge Colby has now joined the ranks of esteemed company. Republican Senator Mike Lee also found himself in a feud with NAFO fellas in 2023. Lee appeared to have lost his mind with NAFO fellas crashing his Twitter polls surveying whether the U.S. should send aid to Ukraine. In his attacks against NAFO, he linked a pro-Kremlin website to try and support his point. In the end, his spat with the fellas led to a very unhealthy obsessionwith NAFO for Lee and resulted in him blocking NAFO accounts en masse from being able to view posts on his @BasedMikeLee account. NAFO, as a random group of individuals, has shown how information warfare is becoming decentralized, with the average person playing an important role as a member of a larger group supporting similar objectives. It’s the organic formation of a response from the democratic world to fight Russia’s troll farms on the internet with memes to help influence perceptions. Not only do the fellas fight back against the Russian trolls, but they also combat those spreading Russian disinformation at the highest levels. As Senator Mike Lee has demonstrated, NAFO’s mocking of their peddling of Russian propaganda drives those officials to frustration when confronted by such a ‘menacing’ force on the internet. Ukraine needs all the support it can get. Awareness of Ukraine’s plight connects back directly to support on the battlefield for Ukraine. Russian disinformation is a key war strategy by Russia to undermine support for Ukraine abroad. Serhii Kuzan, chair of the Ukrainian Security and Cooperation Center think tank and a former adviser to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, told me in a recent interview that Russia’s information war is focused on destabilizing Ukraine and also working to undermine support for Ukraine internationally. While some may look at NAFO and have a chuckle at their work, the group is playing a vital role in supporting Ukraine, no matter the scale. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy himself stated that “Attention equals help. No attention will mean no help. We fight for every bit of attention.” Every individual behind a computer who logs on every day and posts memes ridiculing Russian disinformation and propaganda is playing a much larger role than they realize. The NAFO fellas, from across the political spectrum and from around the world, are all united by the cause of Ukraine and its fight for freedom. Somewhere out there, Elbridge Colby, Mike Lee, and the fan-favorite, Mikhail Ulyanov, must be thinking to themselves how they ever bothered to try responding to a bunch of random cartoon dogs on the internet. NAFO ( North Atlantic Fella Organization ) recently commemorated its second anniversary as a group dedicated to supporting Ukraine’s efforts to defend itself in the wake of Russia’s full-scale invasion. This decentralized group of individuals from around the world, often unorganized, can organically assemble with great passion to make a mockery of those spreading Russian disinformation when needed. North Atlantic Fella Organization anniversary decentralized The group has shown no signs of relenting in its fight against pro-Russian narratives and propaganda on the internet. Its most recent target was former Trump administration official, Elbridge Colby. According to the Department of Defense , Elbridge Colby was the “Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy and Force Development, in which capacity he was responsible for defense strategy, force development, and strategic analysis for OSD Policy.” Department of Defense He is also the grandson of William Colby , who was the head of the CIA under Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. As a CIA Deputy in Vietnam under Lyndon Johnson, he was responsible for the Phoenix Program . William Colby responsible Phoenix Program Colby’s primary argument centers around the idea that aid should be reduced to Ukraine , in favor of shifting America’s focus to the Asia-Pacific. However, this was not the primary driver leading NAFO fellas to attack Colby with counterpoints and memes. Ukraine shifting As Ed Scarce wrote in Crooks & Liars , Elbridge took issue with a video from last month of the head of NATO's military committee Bob Bauer giving praise to the efforts of NAFO as a group in helping fight Russian disinformation. wrote Crooks & Liars video Elbridge’s reply to the video already has over 260k impressions on X (formerly known as Twitter). reply Elbridge then began complaining about his posts and account timeline being inundated with “NAFO accounts.” Seeking a defensive alliance, he tried to engage Elon Musk and pro-Kremlin commentator , David Sacks. However, disinformation expert and founder of Vatnik Soup, Pekka Kallioniemi , pointed out that the treatment Elbridge was getting was “the exact treatment that people talking against the Kremlin have been receiving for the last 10 years.” pro-Kremlin commentator founder Pekka Kallioniemi It  was quite the sight to see on X that a former Trump official was sitting behind a screen, ferociously engaging  with random individuals with profile images of cartoon dogs. One fella on X with the username osint_69 commented , “The funny thing about Mr. Elbridge Colby is that he thinks of himself as a serious person who should be respected but he is engagement farming by arguing with cartoon dogs. His grandfather would surely be ashamed.” commented Even former US House representative, Adam Kinzinger, who is a fella himself, joined in on the mockery . Kinzinger, responding to Elbridge, commented “you don’t get to feign seriousness now that you tried pretending NAFO was CIA, got schooled, and for months refused serious convos.” Adam Kinzinger, mockery commented Elbridge joins a long list of officials who have been humbled by a random group of cartoon dogs on the internet. First, it was the infamous Mikhail Ulyanov who found himself in a spat with NAFO fellas in 2022. He made the mistake of replying to a cartoon dog, with the words heard around Twitter, “You pronounced this nonsense, not me.” Mikhail Ulyanov Ulyanov was humiliated and took down his social media for some time. As Vice News put it, “Shitposting Shiba Inu Accounts Chased a Russian Diplomat Offline.” Vice News Russian state media was left licking their wounds as they finally felt the momentum shift as Russian troll farms finally met a worthy opponent fighting back against Russian information warfare. RT, the official Russian state media, made an attempt to discredit NAFO by labeling it as “a vast pro-Ukrainian 'bot army' designed to influence Western policy makers.” labeling Russia uses troll factories to try and spread disinformation across the internet. For years, the West lacked an effective response. In a democratic society, governments can’t restrict the open flow of information, which makes it easier for authoritarian governments to influence Western societies. There is a reason China has never allowed TikTok to be available domestically but supports its functioning in the West. troll factories TikTok It is difficult to doubt the effectiveness of NAFO. There isn’t any better alternative in the democratic world as a counterweight to the Russian information offensive on the internet. Before NAFO’s existence, a prominent official or pro-Kremlin commenter like David Sacks could spread propaganda without ridicule, and the average person reading the posts and comments was more likely to accept it as fact. It was estimated that around 126 million Americans saw Russian-backed content on Facebook during the 2016 presidential campaign. estimated With NAFO’s intervention, if someone is reading a post spreading Russian disinformation and sees the comments full of memes ridiculing the posted statements, it might give the reader pause and the idea to further research what is being discussed. As Pekka Kallioniemi puts it: By ridiculing Russian propaganda, NAFO disarms it since the disinformation is so unbelievable and poorly executed. Pekka Kallioniemi The danger of not fighting Russian disinformation will have impacts on the battlefield itself. While the US Congress was splintered and debating aid for Ukraine, Russia's disinformation played an important role in helping delay aid. In December 2023, US Senator Thom Tillis said that talks on Ukraine aid were bogged down as some lawmakers had concerns that “people will buy yachts with this money.” important role US Senator Thom Tillis This was a popular point of disinformation pushed by Russian intelligence services that had been spreading throughout the internet, even retweeted by the US House Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene. retweeted Elbridge Colby has now joined the ranks of esteemed company. Republican Senator Mike Lee also found himself in a feud with NAFO fellas in 2023. Lee appeared to have lost his mind with NAFO fellas crashing his Twitter polls surveying whether the U.S. should send aid to Ukraine. In his attacks against NAFO, he linked a pro-Kremlin website to try and support his point. Mike Lee Twitter polls attacks In the end, his spat with the fellas led to a very unhealthy obsession with NAFO for Lee and resulted in him blocking NAFO accounts en masse from being able to view posts on his @BasedMikeLee account. unhealthy obsession NAFO, as a random group of individuals, has shown how information warfare is becoming decentralized, with the average person playing an important role as a member of a larger group supporting similar objectives. It’s the organic formation of a response from the democratic world to fight Russia’s troll farms on the internet with memes to help influence perceptions. memes Not only do the fellas fight back against the Russian trolls, but they also combat those spreading Russian disinformation at the highest levels. As Senator Mike Lee has demonstrated, NAFO’s mocking of their peddling of Russian propaganda drives those officials to frustration when confronted by such a ‘menacing’ force on the internet. Ukraine needs all the support it can get. Awareness of Ukraine’s plight connects back directly to support on the battlefield for Ukraine. Russian disinformation is a key war strategy by Russia to undermine support for Ukraine abroad. Serhii Kuzan, chair of the Ukrainian Security and Cooperation Center think tank and a former adviser to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, told me in a recent interview that Russia’s information war is focused on destabilizing Ukraine and also working to undermine support for Ukraine internationally. Ukrainian Security and Cooperation Center interview While some may look at NAFO and have a chuckle at their work, the group is playing a vital role in supporting Ukraine, no matter the scale. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy himself stated that “Attention equals help. No attention will mean no help. We fight for every bit of attention.” Volodymyr Zelenskyy Every individual behind a computer who logs on every day and posts memes ridiculing Russian disinformation and propaganda is playing a much larger role than they realize. The NAFO fellas, from across the political spectrum and from around the world, are all united by the cause of Ukraine and its fight for freedom. Somewhere out there, Elbridge Colby, Mike Lee, and the fan-favorite, Mikhail Ulyanov, must be thinking to themselves how they ever bothered to try responding to a bunch of random cartoon dogs on the internet.

NAFO Claims Another High-Profile Victim: Fighting Back Against Disinformation

NAFO আরেকটি হাই-প্রোফাইল ভিকটিম দাবি করেছে: ভুল তথ্যের বিরুদ্ধে লড়াই করা

NAFO fordert ein weiteres prominentes Opfer: Kampf gegen Desinformation

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L’OPANO revendique une autre victime très médiatisée : lutter contre la désinformation

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НАФО заявляет о еще одной громкой жертве: борьба с дезинформацией

NAFO Bir Başka Yüksek Profilli Mağduru İddia Ediyor: Dezenformasyona Karşı Mücadele

NAFO tuyên bố một nạn nhân nổi tiếng khác: Chống lại thông tin sai lệch

NAFO 又有一名高调受害者：反击虚假信息

Victoria VR Integrates OpenAI into Its Virtual Reality Builder Victoria VR, a virtual reality developer, has announced its integration of OpenAI into its VR building platform. This makes Victoria VR the first web3 project to incorporate AI capabilities into a virtual reality environment, aiming to simplify the process of creating VR content. The Victoria VR AI Builder is a tool that offers users the opportunity to construct their own virtual worlds, games, and apps without the need for them to have any prior knowledge of programming, further, this tool is designed to make it simpler for users to create virtual creations and possibly monetise those works. Some examples of possible uses for this tool include games, digital commerce, interactive showrooms, and virtual education platforms. Users will have the capacity to develop individualised material, such as characters and virtual landscapes, by using OpenAI's technology, this capability will be accessible via simple instructions and with this feature, it is anticipated that the personalisation of virtual worlds will be enhanced, and that innovation will be fostered. Adding realistic graphics and game play to VR to make it better The Apple Vision Pro and the Oculus Quest 3 are two devices that can connect to Victoria VR's metaverse. This world is famous for having great images and gaming. The fact that the platform uses the Unreal Engine to provide virtual reality technology shows that it is committed to giving users fully engaging experiences. Victoria VR wants to let more people discover and make things in its metaverse by easing up on the technical restrictions that usually come with making things in virtual reality. The $VR tokens will make this possible. Expanding Creative Possibilities with AI It is the intention of Victoria VR to widen the possibilities for the creation of virtual reality content via the integration of OpenAI, along with other artificial intelligence technologies such as DALL-E, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion, which are scheduled to take place in late 2024. These technologies have the potential to assist creators in rapidly materialising their ideas into three-dimensional assets and settings, thereby simplifying the process of developing games and other applications that use the metaverse. In addition, this programme intends to make it possible for producers to display their material as non-fungible tokens (NFTs), putting an emphasis on control and ownership of digital assets. This technique is designed to facilitate an atmosphere inside the virtual realm that is more conducive to the creation of content. This forward-thinking strategy will not only make the virtual reality sector more accessible to more people, but it will also encourage users to interact with the platform in a more profound manner, which will eventually result in the development of a community that is more dynamic and varied in terms of its producers and explorers. Victoria VR is ready to revolutionise the way people engage with virtual reality by including $VR tokens, which will make the experience simpler and more engaging than it has ever been before. The move taken by Victoria VR to include OpenAI into its platform is an attempt to make the process of creating virtual reality content more accessible and customizable. Because of this new development, there is a possibility that new opportunities for innovation and personalisation in virtual worlds may become available. Don’t forget to like and share the story! Vested Interest Disclosure: This author is an independent contributor publishing via our brand-as-author program. HackerNoon has reviewed the report for quality, but the claims herein belong to the author. #DYOR

The Dawn of AI-Powered Virtual Worlds: Victoria VR Leads with OpenAI

AI-চালিত ভার্চুয়াল ওয়ার্ল্ডসের ভোর: ভিক্টোরিয়া ভিআর ওপেনএআই-এর সাথে নেতৃত্ব দিচ্ছে

Der Beginn KI-gestützter virtueller Welten: Victoria VR ist mit OpenAI führend

El amanecer de los mundos virtuales impulsados por IA: Victoria VR lidera con OpenAI

L'aube des mondes virtuels alimentés par l'IA : Victoria VR mène avec OpenAI

एआई-संचालित आभासी दुनिया की शुरुआत: विक्टोरिया वीआर ओपनएआई के साथ आगे

AI を活用した仮想世界の夜明け: Victoria VR が OpenAI でリード

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