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Microsoft Considers Investing Up to $10B in OpenAI: Report
Microsoft is in discussions with OpenAI, the creator of the artificial intelligence tool ChatGPT, about a potential investment of up to $10 billion, according to a Bloomberg report. "The Hash" panel discusses the future of AI technology and what this means for the broader crypto industry.
How Microsoft Is Embracing the Metaverse
Live from Las Vegas as part of CoinDesk TV's special coverage of CES 2023, Microsoft Global Chief Strategy Officer of Mobility Henry Bzeih shares insights into driving the tech giant into the metaverse and revolutionizing the experience of buying cars.
Wealthy Crypto Funds Being Targeted By Attacker Through Telegram Chats
An attacker known as DEV-0139 has targeted wealthy cryptocurrency funds through the use of Telegram group chats, Microsoft's (MSFT) Security Intelligence team reported. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest crypto-focused attack.
Decentralized Data Warehouse ‘Space and Time’ Raises $20M
Microsoft is leading a $20M funding round for a decentralized data warehouse called Space and Time at a $300 Million valuation. Space and Time CEO Nate Holiday shares insights into the latest raise amid recent market volatility and what he hopes to achieve.
Minecraft Bans NFTs, Sending One In-Game Builder’s Token Spiraling
Microsoft-owned video game Minecraft banned NFTs from its game to ensure a “safe and inclusive experience” for the players. “The Hash” panel discusses the latest in the ongoing battle between the traditional gaming world and Web3.
Tech Giants Create Metaverse Standards Forum for Software and Terminology Standards
Some of the biggest names in gaming and software, including Meta and Microsoft, are coming together to build the infrastructure for an interoperable metaverse. “The Hash” hosts discuss the industry implications, potential outcomes and at least one major tech player who’s missing from this group.
Betting on Web 3, Microsoft to Acquire Activision Blizzard for $68.7B In Biggest Gaming Deal in History
Microsoft is buying video game company Activision Blizzard, the maker of “Call of Duty,” for nearly $69 billion in a potential bet on Web 3. This comes amid gamers turning their backs on non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
Kevin O’Leary: ‘Bitcoin Is Not a Coin. It’s Simply Software’
Kevin O’Leary, co-host of “Shark Tank” and O’Shares ETFs Chairman, discusses his approach for evaluating start-ups in crypto and investing in the wider blockchain space. “If you’re willing to invest in Microsoft and Google, why wouldn’t you invest in Ethereum? … It’s all software,” O’Leary said.
Kevin O’Leary Shares Crypto Investment Philosophy and Why Crypto Deals Are Not Seen on ‘Shark Tank’ Yet
Kevin O’Leary, co-host of “Shark Tank” and O’Shares ETFs Chairman, shares his investment strategy in the blockchain space, highlighting his diversification approach. Mr. Wonderful also explained why we do not see crypto pitches on “Shark Tank.”