Michaela

A lover of books, and all things fantasy. I write things people read on the internet for a living.

OpenAI Policy VP Fired After Dispute Over Adult Mode Feature

February 12, 2026

OpenAI’s former VP of product policy, Ryan Beiermeister, was reportedly fired after opposing ChatGPT’s upcoming “adult mode” feature. The company plans to launch the feature for verified adults while introducing age-prediction safeguards to protect younger users. Her departure has sparked debate over AI safety

Policy·Regulation

CFTC Opens Door for National Trust Banks to Issue Stablecoins

February 9, 2026

The CFTC updated its guidance to officially allow national trust banks to issue payment stablecoins, expanding the definition under the GENIUS Act and setting clear compliance standards. This move strengthens oversight, encourages innovation, and signals growing adoption of regulated stablecoins in the U.S. financial system.

February 5, 2026

SpaceX Buys Musk’s xAI to Power Bold Plan for Data Centers in Space

SpaceX has acquired Elon Musk’s AI company xAI, merging space technology and

February 2, 2026

Judge Allows Insider Trading Lawsuit Against Coinbase Execs

A Delaware judge has allowed a shareholder lawsuit against Coinbase CEO Brian

Policy·Regulation

CFTC Investigates Crypto.com Super Bowl Betting Contracts

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has reportedly begun an investigation into the legality of Crypto.com futures contracts, which permit users to

January 15, 2025

Policy·Regulation

SEC Sues Elon Musk Over Delayed Disclosure of Twitter Stock Purchase

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk, accusing the X owner and CEO of not

January 15, 2025

AI·Security

Brad Pitt AI Scam Swindles French Woman Out of $850K Life Savings

A 53-year-old French woman has fallen victim to a heartbreaking scam involving an AI-generated version of Brad Pitt, who duped her into

January 15, 2025

Policy·Regulation

Senator Warren Tells Treasury Nominee To Be Ready for Questions at Confirmation Hearing

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren has sent an open letter to Scott Bessent, nominee for Treasury Secretary, calling for stricter regulations and enforcement

January 14, 2025