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Apr 2024
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Feds $2B Bitcoin Coup, Moon Gets a Time ...

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In this episode of Discover Daily, presented by Perplexity, we explore three remarkable stories that showcase the dynamic landscape of technology, law, and space exploration. First, we delve into the U.S. government's significant $2 billion Bitcoin transfer to Coinbase, connected to the seizure of 50,000 Bitcoin from the notorious Silk Road website. This transfer highlights the intricate relationship between traditional financial institutions, government authorities, and the decentralized nature of cryptocurrencies, while also discussing the potential risks associated with government control over digital currencies, as cautioned by U.S. presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Next, we examine the landmark lawsuit involving the estate of the late comedian George Carlin and the creators of an AI-generated comedy special featuring a clone of Carlin. This case emphasizes the growing concerns surrounding the use of artificial intelligence to impersonate individuals without consent and the potential for future litigation regarding AI-generated content and copyright law. Finally, we explore NASA's pioneering initiative to establish Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC), a unified standard of time on the moon. As the number of lunar missions continues to rise, the need for a common time reference becomes paramount to ensure precise coordination and communication among future lunar expeditions. For more captivating stories like these, be sure to download the Perplexity app on Android or iOS and visit our website to stay up-to-date with the latest curated content.

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Feds transfer $2b of seized bitcoin
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Feds-transfer-2b-yAgtGVgrQ.qUmAwuUUZC3g

George Carlin's AI clone lawsuit
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/George-Carlins-AI-GLecEwGwSIWUpwpEJJIBLg

Moon gets its timezone
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Moon-gets-its-zKX36dZtRo6cR1EHDaES.A


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