Best Cryptocurrency news on the regular Podcasts (2024)

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Recent Supreme Court Decisions: Implications for the Business World 54:42

4h ago54:42

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The U.S. Supreme Court continues to shape arbitration law through a strict interpretation of the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA), with each term introducing new nuances. This program will explore Supreme Court decisions from the latest term and examine recent interpretations by federal appeals courts, focusing on their impact on arbitration practice.…

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OpenAI o1: Next-Level AI Reasoning Preview 1:02:27

3h ago1:02:27

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In this episode of Mid Mic Crisis, Bunchu and Chamber take a deep dive into OpenAI’s latest breakthrough: the o1 and o1-mini models. These advanced reasoning models represent a leap forward in AI’s ability to solve complex problems in fields like science, coding, and math. The hosts break down how these models differ from previous versions, focusin…

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Decentral Lens: Fed Cut | BlackRock's BTC Pitch | Trump & CryptoX | Flyfish NFT & SEC | 9/18/24 56:55

28m ago56:55

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The show begins with speculation surrounding today's Federal Reserve rate cut decision. It is pointed out that while it could represent a tipping point for change in economic policy, any action the Fed may take will ultimately not have much impact on Bitcoin. The notion of moving towards a decoupling of Bitcoin from the stock market is further evid…

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Barron Bails on Trump World Liberty Crypto 7:22

8h ago7:22

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In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, AI-generated hosts Bunchu and Chamber dive into the chaotic Trump family livestream, promoting their new crypto venture, World Liberty Financial. The livestream promised insights from Barron Trump, the family's "DeFi Visionary," but the 18-year-old was a no-show. The hosts have fun with the Trump family's awkw…

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Judicial Elections and Free Speech 1:00:07

2h ago1:00:07

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Judicial selection in the states is not uniform, but most states have some form of judicial elections. Some are contested elections--whether partisan or nonpartisan--and some involve uncontested retention elections. During an election, judicial candidates must abide by ethical rules that explicitly restrict their ability to speak freely. What are t…

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North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Users 7:28

34m ago7:28

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In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, we dive into a recent report about North Korean hackers deploying sophisticated social engineering attacks on cryptocurrency professionals via LinkedIn. Using a new malware called RustDoor, these threat actors, backed by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), trick victims into downloading malicious…

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Trump’s Swiftie Merch Sparks Backlash 4:01

4h ago4:01

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In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated voices of Bunchu and Chamber delve into the unexpected crossover between Donald Trump's political campaign and Taylor Swift’s massive fanbase. Trump’s team recently launched a "Trump Era" t-shirt, mimicking the design of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour merchandise, just days after Swift publicly endo…

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Google's AI Podcasts in NotebookLM 4:38

4h ago4:38

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On this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated hosts dive into Google's latest feature: turning your notes into an AI-generated podcast with two virtual hosts. This new addition to Google’s NotebookLM app allows users to input research and documents, which are then transformed into a dynamic audio discussion. The AI hosts summarize the mat…

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OpenAI o1: Next-Gen AI Reasoning Model 6:05

14h ago6:05

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In this episode, the AI-generated voices of Bunchu and Chamber dive into OpenAI's latest breakthrough: the o1-preview, a new series of reasoning models designed to tackle complex tasks in science, coding, and math. The hosts discuss how these models go beyond existing AI capabilities by spending more time thinking through problems and refining thei…

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Replit AI Agents vs Software Engineers 1:09:30

1d ago1:09:30

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In this episode of Mid Mic Crisis, hosts Bunchu and Chamber dive into the future of software development with the rise of Replit's AI agent. But first, they kick things off with a lively debate comparing Medicare costs in the US vs Canada, and a showdown between Dunkin' and Tim Hortons. The bulk of the episode focuses on the groundbreaking technolo…

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Decentral Lens: Crypto Carnage | 9/11/24 53:26

1d ago53:26

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In this episode, Disco and Blutoshi dive into the similarities of drama currently taking place both in macro U.S. politics and the emerging Bitcoin, Ordinals, and Runes space. They explore how these seemingly disparate worlds share commonalities in their struggles with power dynamics and the importance of critical thinking. The show delves into the…

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AI Music Fraud, $10M Royalty Heist 5:54

3d ago5:54

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In this eye-opening episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI versions of Bunchu and Chamber investigate the groundbreaking criminal case from North Carolina, involving Michael Smith’s use of AI-generated music and bot accounts to fraudulently obtain $10 million in royalty payments from major music streaming platforms. Starting in 2017, Smith ingenious…

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Will Bitcoin Replace Lunch Money? 5:33

4d ago5:33

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Today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite tackles an intriguing question: Could your kids soon be paying for school lunches with Bitcoin? As AI and technology reshape every facet of our lives, cryptocurrency is making its mark, moving from a niche investment to a potential everyday utility. Hosts Bunchu and Chamber explore the evolving role of cryptocu…

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AI & UBI: Future-Proofing Work 5:49

7d ago5:49

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In today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, hosts Bunchu and Chamber tackle the burgeoning relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and Universal Basic Income (UBI), discussing its potential as a visionary solution to the challenges posed by an AI-driven future. As automation reshapes industries and transforms the job market, the necessity f…

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Deep Dive: Tokenized Art With Web3 Art Curator Steven Miller 1:23:39

8d ago1:23:39

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In this in-depth exploration of tokenized art, we're joined by Steven Miller, the leading web3 art curator. Together, we dive into the world of digital art and its potential to disrupt traditional methods. We begin with Steven's inspiring journey to becoming a successful art curator and podcast host. He shares insights on the importance of nurturin…

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Project Sid: AI Societies in Minecraft 6:33

8d ago6:33

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Today's episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite takes an extraordinary dive into the innovative Project Sid, run by the California-based startup Altera. This groundbreaking project explores the capabilities of over 1,000 autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) agents as they collaboratively build intricate Minecraft worlds, forging virtual societies with the…

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Tech-Savvy Parenting: A Millennial Dad’s Guide 1:02:58

8d ago1:02:58

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In this insightful episode of Mid Mic Crisis, hosts Bunchu and Chamber delve into the intricacies of parenting in the digital age, particularly through the lens of millennial dads. Drawing on key points from a detailed guide on navigating parenthood amid rapid technological advancements, they explore how dads can leverage technology not just as a t…

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Decentral Lens: Your Weekly Crypto News Distilled & Chilled | 9/4/24 1:11:51

8d ago1:11:51

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This week's show kicks off with a compelling discussion on free speech and censorship, sparked by the recent news that X has been banned in Brazil. We delve into which platforms are benefiting from this ban while also exploring the broader implications of government censorship on the exchange of ideas and opinions for everyone moving forward. The s…

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Understanding the Regulatory Landscape for Private Fund Advisers 1:02:10

9d ago1:02:10

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The regulatory landscape for Private Funds has changed dramatically over the past decade, culminating in the SEC’s recent Private Fund Advisers regulation, which was recently struck down by the Fifth Circuit. In the wake of this important court decision, what’s next? Will the SEC go back to the drawing board? Is more regulation even needed? What br…

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Courthouse Steps Decision: Ryan LLC v. Federal Trade Commission 1:01:14

9d ago1:01:14

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On August 20, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s Non-Complete Rule in its entirety, finding it exceed FTC’s statutory authority and was arbitrary and capricious. The Rule, adopted in April, banned virtually all new noncompete clauses in employment contracts and invalidated exi…

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Vitalik Buterin's AI Boost for X Notes 6:47

10d ago6:47

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In today’s episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated hosts Bunchu and Chamber delve into the innovative proposals by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin to enhance the speed and efficiency of Community Notes on the social media platform X. Speaking at Korea Blockchain Week 2024, Buterin highlighted the slow response time of Community Notes as…

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AI Crypto Trades: Coinbase's New Frontier 5:16

11d ago5:16

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In today’s segment of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated versions of hosts Bunchu and Chamber dive into a groundbreaking development in the intersection of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. Coinbase, under the leadership of CEO Brian Armstrong, recently facilitated its first-ever crypto transaction completely managed by AI agents. This …

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Tom Hanks Battles AI-Generated Scams 5:32

14d ago5:32

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In today’s episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated versions of hosts Bunchu and Chamber delve into the unsettling use of AI technologies to exploit celebrity images for deceptive advertising. The focus is on the recent revelations by Tom Hanks, who took to Instagram to warn his fans about fraudulent online ads using AI-generated versions of…

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Skigod's Journey | From Poker to TradFi to Crypto & Does $35 Trillion in Debt Matter? 1:16:42

17d ago1:16:42

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In this special deep dive episode, Skigod shares his fascinating journey from poker to crypto trading and shares valuable lessons he learned along the way. Starting as a poker player, Skigod realized that he wasn't destined for greatness in the field and pivoted to traditional finance and trading. He recounts his experiences in trad-fi, discussing …

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OpenAI's 'Strawberry' AI: The Next Frontier? 5:46

18d ago5:46

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In this engaging segment of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated versions of hosts Bunchu and Chamber unpack the latest breakthrough in artificial intelligence from OpenAI—the advanced AI model known as 'Strawberry'. This model marks a significant leap over previous iterations, boasting abilities to solve unprecedented math problems, craft complex …

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DL: Facebook Censorship | Why I sold my CryptoPunk 1:08:32

15d ago1:08:32

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This week's episode delves into two significant news stories: Mark Zuckerberg's letter to Jim Jordan, revealing that the Biden Administration pressured Meta to take down COVID-19 content, including humor and satire; and Pavel Durov's recent imprisonment in France amidst an investigation into various crimes. The discussion explores the implications …

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OpenAI Shows Project Orion to Feds 1:01:53

20d ago1:01:53

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In this riveting episode of Mid Mic Crisis, hosts Bunchu and Chamber tackle a range of exciting topics, starting with OpenAI's latest presentation of Project Orion (nicknamed Strawberry) to federal officials. The discussion delves into the implications of this advanced AI system, which is set to enhance how chatbots handle complex reasoning tasks. …

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The SEC and Cryptocurrency 1:03:14

16d ago1:03:14

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This event will survey the SEC's current involvement in the cryptocurrency field. The conversation will include best practices for defending against SEC enforcement inquiries or investigations in the crypto industry. It will also examine the proactive legal approaches individuals and companies can take against the SEC, detailing how, when, and why …

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Litigation Update: Merck et al. v. Becerra et al. 55:51

22d ago55:51

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Pharmaceutical company Merck & Co., Inc. (Merck) filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) challenging the Medicare drug price negotiation program established by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Merck argues that the drug pricing program violates the First Amendment and the Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendm…

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Courthouse Steps Decision: Gonzalez v. Trevino 18:07

16d ago18:07

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In Gonzalez v. Trevino, the plaintiff, Sylvia Gonzalez, argued that her arrest was a retaliatory action violating her First Amendment rights, stemming from her political activities as a newly elected city council member who had organized a petition to remove the city manager. She contended that she should be allowed to pursue her retaliatory arrest…

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Courthouse Steps Decision: Trump v. United States 56:25

16d ago56:25

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In Trump v. United States, the Supreme Court addressed the issue of presidential immunity from criminal prosecution for actions taken while in office. Former President Trump's legal team argued that a former president should have absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts performed during their tenure, citing the need for preside…

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Do We Need Qualified Immunity? 56:37

16d ago56:37

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Qualified immunity is perhaps the nation’s most controversial legal doctrine. Proponents say qualified immunity is necessary to give government officials—especially police—breathing room to act in split-second situations without fear of lawsuits. By requiring that a right be “clearly established” before an official can be sued for violating it, the…

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Debanking: The Newest Threat to Free Speech and Religious Liberty? 1:13:57

16d ago1:13:57

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In June 2023, the Coutts bank closed the account of British politician Nigel Farage. While NatWest, the owner of Coutts, initially claimed that Farage failed to meet the Coutts eligibility criteria of holding £1,000,000 or more in his account, it was later revealed that Farage's account was closed in part as Coutts felt that his beliefs and values …

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Courthouse Steps Decision: United States of America v. Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, and Carlos De Oliveira 1:01:01

16d ago1:01:01

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United States of America v. Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, and Carlos De Oliveira marked the first federal indictment of a former U.S. president. The prosecution, led by Special Counsel Jack Smith, argued that Trump illegally retained hundreds of classified government documents at his Mar-a-Lago residence after leaving office and obstructed effort…

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Patent Owners in the Soup... No Injunction for You! 59:48

16d ago59:48

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Some Intellectual Property experts contend that American patent reliability has been in decline for 20 years. They point to the threat of inter partes review, the misuse of march-in rights under the Bayh-Dole Act, the imposition of reasonable or reference price clauses, direct government price-setting, and, most importantly, an inability to obtain …

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Free Exercise, History and Tradition, and Preferred Pronouns: Key Takeaways from Vlaming v. West Point School Board 1:11:36

17d ago1:11:36

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High school French teacher Peter Vlaming was fired from his job in West Point, Virginia, for declining to refer to a female student using male pronouns. Vlaming filed suit in state court, alleging that the school board had violated his rights to the free exercise of religion and free speech under the Virginia Constitution. Late last year, the Virgi…

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Spotify Letting AI Run Wild 5:31

17d ago5:31

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In this enlightening segment of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated voices of Bunchu and Chamber delve into a brewing controversy at Spotify involving AI-generated content. This episode, titled "Spotify Letting AI Run Wild," unpacks a complex web of scams, deceptive practices, and the role of AI in modern music streaming. The hosts discuss how Spo…

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Decentral Lens: Scribe on RSIC, Season 1 Recap & What Could Be Next 1:28:58

21d ago1:28:58

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In this deep dive episode, Scribe returns for an in-depth discussion on RSIC and Runecoin. The conversation begins with a recap of recent updates from Runedev and Runecoin, which have sparked renewed interest in the Rune projects as a whole. Scribe recounts key events from Season 1, including the airdrop, community growth, token pooling, and the ha…

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Lindy AI Gets Rickrolled 3:43

27d ago3:43

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In this episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, AI-generated hosts Bunchu and Chamber tackle a fascinating and humorous case study in AI development. The discussion centers around an incident where Lindy's AI, created by Flo Crivello, accidentally sent a "Rickroll" video instead of the intended tutorial. The hosts break down how this mistake occurred due to…

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Decentral Lens: Distilling The Crypto News You Need to Know and Why | 8/21/24 1:00:50

22d ago1:00:50

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This week, the show celebrates Bitcoin Infinity Day, August 21st. The episode begins by covering new stories highlighting the global adoption of Bitcoin, including South Korea's Pension Fund adding more exposure to Bitcoin through Microstrategy shares, and Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund indirectly investing in Bitcoin. The discussion then shifts to…

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AI Search Wars: Perplexity AI vs SearchGPT 1:06:18

22d ago1:06:18

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In this episode of Mid Mic Crisis, Bunchu and Chamber bring their unique insights and firsthand experiences into a rigorous examination of two leading AI chatbots, Perplexity AI and OpenAI’s SearchGPT. The episode begins with personal updates from the hosts that set the stage for a deep dive into the practical applications and capabilities of these…

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Wyoming Mayor Will Use ChatGPT to Run Government 5:37

30d ago5:37

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In this intriguing mini episode of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated versions of hosts Bunchu and Chamber delve into a groundbreaking political development out of Wyoming. A mayoral candidate, Victor Miller, has announced plans to use ChatGPT, an advanced AI chatbot, to assist in running government operations if elected. The hosts explore what t…

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Litigation Update: Challenges to the SAVE Plan 46:23

24d ago46:23

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Since its earliest days, the Biden Administration has been clear as to its goal of addressing what it sees as a crisis of student debt by forgiving notable segments of existing student loans. To that end, it has pursued several plans -- the attempted forgiveness of loans under the HEROES Act struck down in Biden v. Nebraska (2023), the SAVE Plan wh…

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Trump Using AI For Taylor Swift Support? 3:23

28d ago3:23

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In this thought-provoking segment of Mid Mic Daily Bite, the AI-generated voices of Bunchu and Chamber delve into a controversial and surprising tactic from Donald Trump's political team. This episode uncovers how Trump's campaign might be using AI technologies to falsely suggest they have the support of pop icon Taylor Swift. The hosts kick off th…

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New Voices in Administrative Law II: The Supreme Court and Federal Court Jurisdiction 58:13

29d ago58:13

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The development of standing jurisprudence has been inextricably intertwined with the growth of the administrative state over the past 60 years and the bevy of new statutory rights, privileges, obligations, constraints, and interbranch dynamics that came with it. Over the past three terms, the U.S. Supreme Court has issued numerous opinions that are…

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Decentral Lens: Erik Voorhees on AI, Privacy and Censorship 51:39

28d ago51:39

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Venice.ai founder Erik Voorhees joins Decentral Lens for an in-depth conversation on the convergence of Bitcoin, crypto, and AI. The show begins with a brief look at Erik's path to founding Venice, tracing his roots in Bitcoin and crypto. The discussion shifts focus to the parallels between the development of Bitcoin and AI, emphasizing the signifi…

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Is Project Strawberry OpenAI GPT-5? 57:47

1M ago57:47

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In this engaging episode of Mid Mic Crisis, Bunchu and Chamber delve into the fascinating world of AI and its potential to revolutionize podcasting. They introduce their latest creation, Mid Mic Daily Bite, a mini version of their show featuring AI-generated voices of the hosts, made possible by Eleven Labs. Bunchu provides a detailed walkthrough o…

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Decentral Lens: Your Weekly Crypto News Distilled & Chilled | 8/14/24 1:03:57

1M ago1:03:57

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This week's episode kicks off with a rundown of the recent Rune revival, focusing on updates from the RSIC team and the fervent community support. Blutoshi and Disco delve into how this can impact the Rune ecosystem, Bitcoin, and the broader crypto space. The conversation pivots to emphasize the growing trend of macro adoption for Bitcoin. Goldman …

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The First Amendment in Trademark Law after Vidal v. Elster 1:02:27

1M ago1:02:27

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In Vidal v. Elster (the “Trump Too Small” case), the Supreme Court unanimously upheld a federal limitation on registering trademarks that include other people’s names. All the Justices agreed that, though the limitation was content-based, it didn’t need to be judged under strict scrutiny. But behind this unanimity was a majo…

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