California vs. AI deepfakes, SEC’s crypto politics, Trump buys burgers with Bitcoin

In today’s episode, we dive into California’s new laws to combat AI-generated deepfakes in elections and protect voter integrity, former Coinbase executives will launch their own exchange using the PayPal stablecoin for settlement, lawmakers in the US continue to scrutinize the SEC for allegedly politicizing its enforcement of crypto firms, and Bitcoin saw a price bump after the Federal Reserve cut US interest rates for the first time since 2020. Meanwhile, Donald Trump bought burgers with Bitcoin in New York City. Tune in for these stories and more from the world of crypto and tech.Further reading:California passes package of laws to combat election deepfakesEx-Coinbase execs to launch exchange using PayPal stablecoin for settlementSilvergate Capital files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in DelawareUS lawmaker accuses SEC of ‘enforcement abuse’ against crypto firmsBitcoin price attempts to turn the tide after Fed’s 0.5% rate cutDonald Trump uses Bitcoin to buy burgers at NYC barThis episode of Rise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and was hosted by Savannah Fortis. You can follow Savannah on X.Rise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.