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Newly released DOJ documents reveal an email from Sarah Ferguson seemingly congratulating Jeffrey Epstein on a baby boy, suggesting he may have had a secret child, though this remains unverified. The files also show Fergusons frustration over Epst'ein using her to access Prince Andrew, reveal Andrews continued contact with Epstein until 2017, and highlight Epsteins extensive high-level connections. Allegations remain unproven.
Trevor Noahs unscripted potato joke at the Grammys name-checked Polymarket and caught the attention of crypto bettors, despite no such wager existing. The line turned a niche prediction market into a live-TV reference, sparking online debate and fast clip circulation across crypto and entertainment circles during the broadcast and across social platforms within minutes.
A former Google engineer, Linwei Ding, has been convicted of stealing sensitive AI trade secrets, a case highlighting economic espionage concerns. Prosecutors revealed Ding transferred confidential data on Google's AI infrastructure to benefit China-linked firms. This verdict underscores the critical need to protect American technological leadership amid global competition.
A new government initiative will provide a $1,000 Trump Account for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. This investment account, designed for long-term growth until age 18, aims to encourage early investing. Families can add their own contributions, with potential for significant growth depending on market performance and consistent funding.
The acting head of US federal cybersecurity, Madhu Gottumukkala, is under review for uploading internal government documents marked For Official Use Only into a public ChatGPT version. While officials state no classified information was involved and no malicious intent is alleged, the incident raises concerns given CISA's role in warning about AI data risks.