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Exploring the Boundaries of AI in Creative Domains: Can Machines Match Human Ingenuity?
We delves into the evolving capabilities of AI in creative domains, analyzing whether artificial intelligence can achieve a level of creativity comparable to humans.
Yuga Labs Acquires Roar Studios to Expand Metaverse Vision
Yuga Labs, known for Bored Ape Yacht Club, has agreed to acquire Roar Studios, enhancing its metaverse vision.
Kraken Halts ACH Deposits and Withdrawals via Silvergate
Kraken has notified its users that it will no longer support ACH deposits and withdrawals via Silvergate starting from March 27, citing difficulties with the automated clearing house. Kraken has advised its users to use alternative funding options until ACH funding is available again.
ZachXBT's Defamation Lawsuit Receives Over $1 Million in Donations as Prominent Figures Rally Support
In a surprising turn of events, renowned on-chain analyst ZachXBT has exceeded his initial fundraising target, amassing a staggering $1,055,233 in donations, according to Nansen data. This remarkable achievement has been made possible through contributions from various entities and influential figures within the crypto industry.
Bitcoin Should Benefit from the US Dollar Crash, says Top Economist Stephen Roach
Stephen Roach, former Chairman of Morgan Stanley’s Asia division and Yale University senior fellow said that cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin should benefit from the US dollar’s decline.
Goldman Sachs Says Customer Demands for Bitcoin Are Increasing
Goldman Sachs President and COO John Waldron has revealed that the bank is experiencing a rising demand for Bitcoin from its customers.
Trezor Strengthens Security Measures Amid Phishing Concerns
Trezor recently faced a security breach in its third-party support ticketing portal, potentially affecting 66,000 users. While user funds and device security remain secure, the incident raises concerns over increased phishing risks.
Crypto sleuth debunks 3 FTX hack myths
ZachXBT shares his findings on what he sees as the three most common misconceptions about the FTX hack. The self-proclaimed "on-chain sleuth" debunked speculation that Bahamian officials were behind the hack, that exchanges knew the hacker's true identity, and that the culprit is trading memecoins. FTX filed for bankruptcy Nov. 11, with more than $650 million transferred off the wallet. ZachXBT argues that the 0x59 address associated with the hacker was a blackhat and not affiliated with the FTX team or the Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB). He also highlights the potential misinformation surrounding the claim the hacker's identity had been discovered by Kraken or other exchanges. Instead, he claims the transfers have been "spoofed" on the Etherscan network, explaining how transactions can be faked.
Here's Why GPT-4 Becomes 'Stupid': Unpacking Performance Degradation
The performance degradation of GPT-4, often labeled as 'stupidity', is a pressing issue in AI, highlighting the model's inability to adapt to new data and the necessity for continuous learning in AI development.
Apple Faces Major Complaint for Tracking Code that Allegedly Violates EU Privacy Regulations
A complaint that alleges that Apple’s Identifier for Advertisers code (IDFA) is a privacy breach going against European laws has been filed.
NVIDIA NIM Simplifies Deployment of LoRA Adapters for Enhanced Model Customization
NVIDIA NIM eases deployment of LoRA adapters, optimizing large language model customization and performance.
NVIDIA Introduces Omniverse Microservices to Enhance Physical AI Development
NVIDIA has launched Omniverse Cloud Sensor RTX, a set of microservices aimed at enhancing the development of autonomous machines through accurate sensor simulation.
Understanding GalaChain Allowance: A New Era of Minting
Discover how GalaChain Allowance revolutionizes token minting, offering users a flexible and cost-free way to manage their rewards and in-game assets.
Smart Contracts: Revolutionizing Digital Agreements
Explore how smart contracts are transforming digital agreements with automation, security, and transparency. Learn about their real-world applications and future potential.
Gala Unveils Ecosystem Blueprint, Highlighting Future Developments
Gala Games outlines its future with the Gala Ecosystem Blueprint, detailing innovations in blockchain tech, GalaChain, and $GALA token utility.
Comprehensive Guide to Token Swapping on GalaChain via GalaSwap
Learn how to use GalaSwap for seamless token swapping on the GalaChain network. Follow this detailed guide to create and find offers easily.
Unveiling Scammer Tactics: 'Too Good to Be True' in The Guardian Papers
The Guardian Papers explore the tactics scammers use, emphasizing the dangers of offers that seem too good to be true. Learn how to protect yourself and your community.
LangChain Introduces Self-Improving Evaluators for LLM-as-a-Judge
LangChain's new self-improving evaluators for LLM-as-a-Judge aim to align AI outputs with human preferences, leveraging few-shot learning and user feedback.
NVIDIA Unveils DoRA: A Superior Fine-Tuning Method for AI Models
NVIDIA introduces DoRA, a robust alternative to LoRA, enhancing AI model fine-tuning without additional inference costs.
NVIDIA FLARE Enhances Federated XGBoost for Efficient Machine Learning
NVIDIA has integrated Federated XGBoost with FLARE, boosting machine learning productivity by enabling concurrent experiments, fault tolerance, and enhanced tracking.
NVIDIA Unveils AutoMate for Advancing Robotic Assembly Skills
NVIDIA introduces AutoMate, a framework that enhances robotic assembly skills across diverse geometries, demonstrating zero-shot sim-to-real transfer capabilities.
$WEN Token Surges on GalaChain, Reaches $1M Market Cap
$WEN token sees rapid growth on GalaChain, hitting a $1M market cap within weeks of launch, according to Gala News.
Llama-3 Fine-Tuning Achieves 90% of GPT-4's Performance at Lower Cost
Llama-3 fine-tuning demonstrates significant performance gains, achieving 90% of GPT-4's accuracy at a fraction of the cost, according to together.ai.
PyTorch Revolutionizes AI Accessibility for Developers
PyTorch, the deep-learning framework, is significantly enhancing AI accessibility for developers, backed by AMD's robust hardware support.
Enhancing AI Search Precision: NVIDIA Boosts RAG Pipelines with Re-Ranking
NVIDIA introduces re-ranking to improve the precision and relevance of AI-driven enterprise search results, enhancing RAG pipelines and semantic search.
GalaChain Launches TestNet Environment for Blockchain Developers
GalaChain's TestNet is now live, offering developers a secure environment to deploy and test their chaincode, fostering innovation in blockchain technology.
GitHub Models: Revolutionizing AI Engineering for Over 100 Million Users
GitHub introduces GitHub Models, enabling developers to leverage industry-leading AI models directly on the platform.
Cornell Lecturer Develops AI-Powered Teaching Assistant to Revolutionize Education
Cornell lecturer Lutz Finger introduces S.A.I., an innovative AI teaching assistant, to make AI education more engaging and accessible.
AI-Driven Shark Detection Enhances Beach Safety in California
AI technology SharkEye is improving beach safety by detecting sharks in real-time using drones and machine learning, according to NVIDIA.
Top Creators Expand Global Reach with ElevenStudios' AI Dubbing
ElevenStudios partners with top YouTubers to offer AI-dubbed content in multiple languages, breaking down language barriers.
Ray Training Day 2024: Enhance Your AI and ML Skills in San Francisco
Join Ray Training Day on September 30, 2024, in San Francisco for a comprehensive training session on GenAI and LLMs led by Ray experts.
NVIDIA Enhances TensorRT Model Optimizer v0.15 with Improved Inference Performance
NVIDIA releases TensorRT Model Optimizer v0.15, offering enhanced inference performance through new features like cache diffusion and expanded AI model support.
NVIDIA Unveils Pruning and Distillation Techniques for Efficient LLMs
NVIDIA introduces structured pruning and distillation methods to create efficient language models, significantly reducing resource demands while maintaining performance.
OpenAI Introduces Fine-Tuning for GPT-4o to Enhance Application Performance
OpenAI launches fine-tuning for GPT-4o, allowing users to customize and improve model performance and accuracy for specific applications.
Understanding Virtual Machines: A Deep Dive by Gala News
Gala News explains the concept of Virtual Machines (VMs), their uses in development, cloud computing, and security, making complex tech jargon accessible.
Enhancing GPU Performance: Tackling Instruction Cache Misses
NVIDIA explores optimizing GPU performance by reducing instruction cache misses, focusing on a genomics workload using the Smith-Waterman algorithm.
Animoca Brands Joins ZetaChain as Validator to Enhance Multi-Chain Interoperability
ZetaChain announces Animoca Brands as a validator, aiming to boost multi-chain interoperability and digital asset adoption.
NVIDIA Opens Applications for $60,000 Graduate Fellowship Awards
NVIDIA's Graduate Fellowship Program is now accepting applications, offering up to $60,000 for doctoral students in AI, machine learning, and more.
NVIDIA GH200 Superchip Revolutionizes Apache Spark with Unprecedented Efficiency
NVIDIA's GH200 Superchip enhances Apache Spark performance with 35x faster query responses and up to 22x fewer nodes, significantly reducing energy consumption.
Enhancing Recommender Systems with Co-Visitation Matrices and RAPIDS cuDF
Learn how to build efficient recommender systems using co-visitation matrices and RAPIDS cuDF for faster data processing and improved personalization.
Filecoin (FIL) and Storacha Enhance Decentralized Hot Storage Solutions
Storacha partners with Filecoin (FIL) to revolutionize decentralized hot storage using Proof of Data Possession (PDP), ensuring secure, accessible data with top-tier availability and durability.
TEAL Introduces Training-Free Activation Sparsity to Boost LLM Efficiency
TEAL offers a training-free approach to activation sparsity, significantly enhancing the efficiency of large language models (LLMs) with minimal degradation.
GalaChain Proposes New Transaction Fee Structure for Gala Channels
GalaChain introduces a new transaction fee system to enhance sustainability and autonomy for channel creators, according to Gala News.
Robinhood Markets (HOOD) to Present at Goldman Sachs Conference
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD) announced its participation in the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on September 10, 2024.
Innovators Harry Grieve and Ben Fielding Discuss Building Gensyn
Harry Grieve and Ben Fielding discuss the significance of building Gensyn, a decentralized machine learning compute protocol, and its impact on the future of tech.
Mistral AI Unveils Pixtral 12B: A Groundbreaking Multimodal Model
Mistral AI introduces Pixtral 12B, a state-of-the-art multimodal model excelling in text and image tasks, with notable performance in instruction following and reasoning.
IBM Unveils Breakthroughs in PyTorch for Faster AI Model Training
IBM Research reveals advancements in PyTorch, including a high-throughput data loader and enhanced training throughput, aiming to revolutionize AI model training.
Enhancing LLMs: Memory Augmentation Shows Promise
IBM Research explores memory augmentation techniques to improve large language models (LLMs), enhancing accuracy and efficiency without retraining.
GalaChain Leverages Hyperledger Fabric for Enhanced Blockchain Capabilities
GalaChain utilizes Hyperledger Fabric to offer unique blockchain solutions, enabling developers to create customized networks with advanced features for the entertainment industry.
NVIDIA Modulus Revolutionizes CFD Simulations with Machine Learning
NVIDIA Modulus is transforming computational fluid dynamics by integrating machine learning, offering significant computational efficiency and accuracy enhancements for complex fluid simulations.
Mistral AI Unveils Ministral 3B and 8B Models for Edge Computing
Mistral AI introduces Ministral 3B and 8B, state-of-the-art models for edge computing. These models promise low-latency and efficient performance for diverse applications.
GalaChain Enables Tokenization of Founder’s Nodes as NFTs
GalaChain introduces tokenization of Founder’s Nodes as NFTs, allowing transferability and decentralized operation, enhancing user freedom and ecosystem reliability.
GalaChain Unveils Decentralization Strategy with New Whitepaper
GalaChain releases a new whitepaper outlining its strategy for decentralization, emphasizing security, scalability, and community-driven development.
Adam Price to Address Future of Decentralization at LF Trust Summit
Adam Price to discuss GalaChain's decentralization efforts at the LF Decentralized Trust Member Summit, highlighting innovations within Hyperledger Fabric. The event is exclusive to Linux Foundation members.
AI Enhances Extreme Weather Forecasting Capabilities Up to 23 Days
University of Washington researchers have advanced AI models to predict extreme weather events up to 23 days ahead, potentially aiding in disaster preparedness.
Valley Ecosystem Expands Innovative Gaming on GalaChain
Valley Ecosystem is set to transform gaming on GalaChain with new arcade-style games and reward systems, enhancing player engagement through unique decentralized applications.
Web3 Transformation: GalaChain Paving the Way for Global Innovation
GalaChain is steering the evolution of Web3, transitioning blockchain from niche markets to global innovation, and setting the stage for mass adoption across industries.
GalaChain Progresses with Founder's Nodes Tokenization Amid Minor Setbacks
GalaChain has successfully issued most Founder's Node licenses as allowances, though some nodes faced issues. The team is actively resolving these to ensure seamless operations.
GalaChain Set to Revolutionize Developer Engagement in 2025
GalaChain is poised to become a top choice for developers in 2025, offering a robust, decentralized blockchain platform with enhanced tools and support for creating Web3 applications.
Anyscale and Astronomer Collaborate to Enhance Scalable Machine Learning
Anyscale partners with Astronomer to streamline machine learning workflows using Apache Airflow and Ray, enhancing scalability and efficiency for data teams.
Exploring GalaChain's Expanding Reward Token Ecosystem
GalaChain introduces a diverse range of reward tokens across its ecosystem, enhancing user engagement and offering various avenues for earning tokens through gameplay and platform interactions.
OSMI Revolutionizes AI with Decentralization on GalaChain
OSMI introduces a decentralized AI solution on GalaChain, aiming to democratize AI development and usage, moving control from a select few to the collective.
GalaChain Celebrates Two Years of Innovation and Growth
GalaChain marks its second anniversary, showcasing significant growth and innovation in blockchain technology, with expanded applications and increased developer interest.
GalaChain Paves the Way for User Empowerment in a Web3 World
GalaChain is spearheading a decentralized future, shifting control from corporations to users, who now own their digital assets and data, as outlined in their Decentralization White Paper.
NVIDIA AI Workbench Enhances Collaboration and Prototyping in Hybrid Environments
NVIDIA's AI Workbench introduces new features for streamlined AI development, enhancing collaboration and rapid prototyping in hybrid environments, according to NVIDIA's latest update.
Berlin Filmmaker Mark Wachholz Innovates with AI in Cinema
Berlin-based filmmaker Mark Wachholz leverages advanced AI tools to create immersive cinematic experiences, as highlighted in his recent projects using ElevenLabs' text-to-speech technology.
Blockchain's Role in Revolutionizing Audiobook Ownership
Blockchain technology could redefine audiobook ownership, offering users real ownership through tokenization. Explore how GalaChain aims to transform the industry with decentralized solutions.
GalaConnect Introduces Seamless Ethereum Bridging and Dynamic Features
GalaSwap evolves into GalaConnect, offering seamless Ethereum bridging, dynamic fees, and enhanced account management within the GalaChain ecosystem, as reported by Gala News.
GalaChain Unveils Ambitious Decentralization Roadmap
GalaChain is set to transform into a decentralized platform through a four-phase roadmap, enhancing scalability and inviting developers from various industries.
GalaConnect Launches as the Gateway to GalaChain's Expansive Ecosystem
GalaConnect debuts as the new interface for GalaChain, opening access to blockchain features without a Gala Games account. Users can swap tokens, create projects, and integrate APIs.
Bitrue Integrates GalaChain for Seamless $GALA Trading
Bitrue has integrated Gala Games' GalaChain, enabling $GALA trading without Ethereum bridges. This partnership offers lower fees, enhanced security, and expanded trading options.
Accelerating Causal Inference with NVIDIA RAPIDS and cuML
Discover how NVIDIA RAPIDS and cuML enhance causal inference by leveraging GPU acceleration for large datasets, offering significant speed improvements over traditional CPU-based methods.
NVIDIA NeMo-Aligner Enhances Supervised Fine-Tuning with Data-Efficient Knowledge Distillation
NVIDIA NeMo-Aligner introduces a data-efficient approach to knowledge distillation for supervised fine-tuning, enhancing performance and efficiency in neural models.
Enhancing Action Recognition Models Using Synthetic Data
NVIDIA explores the use of synthetic data to improve action recognition models, highlighting the benefits and applications across industries such as retail and healthcare.
Goldman Sachs to Begin Offering Bitcoin and Crypto Products to Clients
Goldman Sachs has said that it will begin offering Bitcoin and crypto investments to its clients within the next three months.
Goldman Sachs Starts Trading on JPMorgan’s Repo Blockchain Platform Onyx
Goldman Sachs Group has joined Onyx, an online trading platform based on the Ethereum blockchain created by JPMorgan Chase. It will use the platform to conduct smart contracts and a digital version of the dollar repurchase agreement.
Polkadot Developer Parity Technologies Reportedly Cuts Over 300 Staff This Week
Parity Technologies lays off over 300 employees amidst a strategic shift towards community-driven operations. The move comes as Polkadot faces ecosystem challenges, including a large upcoming supply event and a seeming lack of demand in parachain auctions. Community members have expressed mixed reactions, and concerns are rising on Polkadot's ability to maintain its market valuation in the medium term.
India’s Telangana State to Stamp Out Fake Academic Certificates via Blockchain
Following concerns raised by the US Embassy that some employees and students were applying for visas using fake academic certificates, the Indian state of Telangana has made a broad move of addressing this menace through blockchain technology.
Goldman Sachs Continues Expanding Digital Assets Team, Now Looking For New VP
Goldman Sachs is looking for a new Vice President for its Digital Assets team to helps define and execute the investment firm’s global blockchain strategy.
Alphapo Hot Wallets Drained of Over $23M in BTC, ETH and TRON
Alphapo, a payment processor for various gambling services, reported a breach of their hot wallets today, July 23, 2023. The breach resulted in a loss of over $23 million in Ethereum (ETH), TRON (TRX), and Bitcoin (BTC) cryptocurrencies.
Upbit Singapore Secures MAS's MPI Licence
Upbit Singapore receives a Major Payment Institution license from MAS, marking a key step in its expansion and compliance with Singapore's regulatory standards in the digital asset sector.
RISC Zero Announces Open Sourcing of Key Technological Innovations
RISC Zero's latest announcement reinforces open-source development ethos and vision for a secure digital world, transforming zero-knowledge cryptography and blockchain technology, enabling developers to create unprecedented solutions.
‘Big Four’ Tech Amazon, Google, Apple & Facebook Grilled During US Antitrust Hearing
In an antitrust hearing with the Judiciary Committee of US Congress, the CEOs of Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google testified, as a continuation of an unfinished legal conversation with lawmakers.
Microsoft Develops Secret AI Chips to Reduce Development Costs
Microsoft has been developing its own AI chips since 2019 to reduce reliance on Nvidia’s GPUs due to rising costs. The project, called “Athena,” is already being tested by Microsoft’s machine-learning staff and OpenAI developers.
Yuga Labs Acquires IP Rights to CryptoPunks and Meebits
The startup behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT collection, Yuga Labs has acquired the Intellectual Property rights to the CryptoPunks and Meebits collections from LarvaLabs.
Goldman CEO "Big Believer" in Blockchain
David Solomon, the Chief Executive Officer of Goldman Sachs, has said he is a big believer in the technology that underpins cryptocurrencies.
TOFU: How AI Can Forget Your Privacy Data
TOFU, a AI model, tackles the challenge of machine unlearning, aiming to make AI systems forget specific, unwanted data while retaining overall knowledge.
ZetaChain and Curve Finance Collaborate to Revolutionize DeFi with Native BTC Support
ZetaChain and Curve Finance have partnered to introduce native Bitcoin support for cross-chain swaps and omnichain asset pools, enhancing asset management efficiency across blockchains.
DOJ Wants to Bypass End-to-End Encryption to Fight Child Sexual Exploitation – Cause for Concern for Tech?
US government officials want to bypass encryption on websites, under allegations that child sexual exploitation runs unmonitored on strongly encrypted platforms.
Crypto Firm Elwood Technologies Raises $70M in Series A Round
American investment banking giant, Goldman Sachs, and Barclays invest in global fintech crypto company Elwood Technologies. The company is valued at up to $500 million after the financing, according to the report from Financial Times.
CoinGecko Hit by Phishing Scam
CoinGecko, a cryptocurrency data aggregator, experienced a security breach in January 2024, exposing its vulnerability to phishing scams and highlighting the need for robust security measures.
Goldman Sachs Starts Trading Bitcoin Futures, Taps Galaxy Digital as Liquidity Provider
Goldman Sachs has partnered with Galax Digital to help the US investment bank offer Bitcoin futures products.
Kakao Affiliates Face Probe Over Crypto Misappropriation Allegations
Prosecution delves into allegations of cryptocurrency embezzlement & breach of trust against ex-Kakao chairman & affiliate executives, marking the start of a formal inquiry with the examination of the complainant on Oct 11.
Top Three Altcoins to Watch This Week: DOT, AVAX, and MANA
With a mildly volatile weekend done with, investors are looking forward to another new week in hopes of charting a positive trade history across all markets. Here are three altcoins to watch ahead of the new week.
NFT Market Sees Upward Trend with Steady Increase in Weekly Ethereum Volumes
The NFT market has seen a significant recovery, with weekly Ethereum volumes increasing from 29,704 ETH to 68,342 ETH, with marketplaces like Blur and BAYC experiencing high trade activity.
Trezor's Social Media Compromised, Fake $TRZR Token Presale Promoted
Trezor's official channels were breached, inadvertently advertising a scam "$TRZR" token presale, raising concerns about social media security.
Goldman Sachs Predicts Booming Blockchain Asset Trading in Coming Years
Goldman Sachs predicts a substantial increase in blockchain-based asset trading in the next 1-2 years, indicating a transformative shift in financial markets and growing interest in digital assets.
Balancer's $2.1M Breach Impacts Pools Across Ethereum, Fantom, and Optimism
PeckShield Inc. has reported a $2.1 million loss on the Balancer platform, affecting multiple pools across Ethereum, Fantom Foundation, and Optimism Foundation. The loss, including Beethoven X, is believed to be miscalculated.
Proposal for ApeCoin to Move Away from Ethereum Favoured by APE Whales
A campaign of "ETHxit" is ongoing. ApeCoin DAO holders are voting to decide if they should move ApeCoin away from Ethereum to its blockchain or remain on the ETH chain. Currently, the majority goes to "leave".
Massive Atomic Wallet Hack Revealed: Over $35M Stolen across Multiple Cryptocurrencies
On-chain investigator ZachXBT has reported a significant security breach on Atomic Wallet, a leading non-custodial decentralized wallet wallet. The hacker targeted various cryptocurrencies, managing to steal more than $35 million across different chains, according to ZachXBT's updates on Twitter.
Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal's AI Startup Raises $30 Million
Ex-Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal's new AI startup secures $30 million in funding, focusing on software for large language model developers. Backed by prominent investors, the venture reflects Agrawal's shift from social media to AI innovation.
Peter Schiff Criticizes Investors who Succeeded in Getting Wall Street to Buy into the Bitcoin Mania
Peter Schiff has yet again expressed his disappointment at BTC proponents that has stirred increased Wall Street participation in crypto.
Ontario Teachers Pension Floats with FTX Trading amid Crypto Volatility
Despite market volatility and a recent decline in value, Ontario Teachers Pension has continued embracing its crypto business investments.
Binance Integrates AI Chatbot ChatGPT into Its Education Platform
Binance, the cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain developer, has integrated the AI chatbot ChatGPT into its education platform, Binance Academy. The new AI-driven tool, known as Binance Sensei, sources answers from Binance Academy's education platform using machine learning to help users answer questions related to Web3. However, the integration of AI in education has sparked concerns about the potential misuse of the technology.
China Unlikely to Approve Oracle and Walmart’s TikTok Deal – Blockchain and Bitcoin Implications
China appears to be on edge regarding Oracle and Walmart’s deal with parent company ByteDance for TikTok’s US operations, calling it an “unfair deal.”
What Does Oracle's TikTok Deal Mean for the US? ByteDance Confident President Trump Will Approve Deal
ByteDance is confident that its deal with Oracle tech giant for TikTok’s US operations will be approved by both Chinese and American regulators.
DWF Labs' Andrei Grachev Fires Back at GSR Cristian Gil
A Twitter feud between Andrei Grachev of DWF Labs and Cristian Gil of GSR.io has ignited discussions about the state of the crypto market and the role of market makers. The public disagreement has even led to a proposition for a "Crypto Fight Night," where the loser would have to leave the crypto markets.
Astar, Kabocha Lead in Polkadot and Kusama Auctions
Bill Laboon at Web3 Foundation highlights ongoing parachain lease auctions for Polkadot and Kusama networks, highlighting Astar's strong position and Kabocha's maintaining lead. He also discusses educational opportunities and grant programs.
Yuga Labs to Raise $50m by Launching New NFT Collection "Mecha Apes"
Yuga Labs, the startup that developed the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) series of NFTs, plans to launch a new NFT series, “Mecha Apes”, by the end of this year.
Goldman Sachs Tells Investors Bitcoin Not Worthy of Investment
The recent announcement that Goldman Sachs would be holding an investor conference call event to further discuss inflation, gold, and Bitcoin had captured the attention of the entire cryptocurrency industry. The investment bank called investors to discuss the “US Economic Outlook & Implications of Current Policies for Inflation, Gold, And Bitcoin”.
Hedera Mainnet Exploited, Leading to Theft of Liquidity Pool Tokens
Hedera Hashgraph has confirmed a smart contract exploit on its mainnet, resulting in the theft of liquidity pool tokens from decentralized exchanges (DEXs) that use code derived from Uniswap v2 on Ethereum. The suspicious activity was detected when the attacker attempted to move the stolen tokens across the Hashport bridge, leading operators to temporarily pause the bridge. The exact amount of tokens stolen is unknown, and the Hedera team is working on a solution to remove the vulnerability.
Polkadot Reports Q3 Growth: New Parachains, Staking Metrics, and Technical Upgrades
Polkadot's ecosystem saw significant expansion in Q3 2023, with the addition of five new parachains, a rise in staking metrics, and major technical upgrades. The total volume of staked DOT increased to 663 million, and the platform recorded more than 190 million on-chain events. The quarter also saw the introduction of native USDC and a 20% quarter-on-quarter rise in XCM messages.
Goldman Sachs Offers Customers Access ETH Fund via Galaxy Digital
Goldman Sachs announced its partnership with Galaxy Digital to once more enable its customers to get greater access to the crypto business.
Moonbeam Wins Second Parachain Auction Slot on Polkadot
Moonbeam, an emerging protocol that prides itself as one of the most powerful Ethereum-compatible smart contracts on the Polkadot blockchain has won the second parachain auction slot.
Enhancing AI Recommendations: A Study on ChatGPT's Conversational Refinement and Bias Mitigation
The study examines ChatGPT's effectiveness in conversational recommendations using the HetRec2011 dataset, focusing on its top-n recommender performance and strategies for mitigating popularity bias, highlighting its potential for user engagement.
Cryptocurrency Detective ZachXBT Uncovers Unusual ETH Withdrawals for MTG Cards
ZachXBT's analysis of cryptocurrency transactions involving the withdrawal of over 11,200 ETH, equivalent to $25 million, raises questions about the source and intent of these funds.
Goldman Sachs Says Cryptocurrency Is an Alternative to Copper, Not Gold
Jeff Currie revealed that cryptocurrency is not a substitute for gold, stating that risks associated with cryptos mean that their values are quite different from those of safe-haven assets such as gold.
Goldman Sachs Invites Investors to Conference Call on Bitcoin, Gold and Crisis Markets
Goldman Sachs is preparing to host a conference call with its top investors to discuss the impact of the current economic crisis on inflation, gold, and Bitcoin.
Crypto is Unable to Solve Modern Moneatry Problems, Says Economics Scholar
Hans-Joachim Voth, a Professor of Economics at the University of Zurich, said he has not seen cryptocurrencies able to tackle modern monetary problems.
Algorand Wallets Hacked Again
Algodex warns of a security breach on March 5, while MyAlgo urges users to withdraw assets or rekey funds following a February hack.
Top Three Coins to Watch for the Week: BTC, DOT & OMG
Based on prospective ecosystem activities, BTC, DOT, and OMG are some of the top coins to watch out for this week.
Thunder Terminal's Rapid Response to $240,000 Hack: Security Measures and Hacker's Ransom Demand
Thunder Terminal exploited 114 wallets, causing $240,000 in damages. Users were promised refunds and additional credits, but the hacker disputed these claims and demanded a ransom.
Topnotch Bitcoin Mining Machine Manufacturer Bitmain Suspends Sales due to Chinese Crackdown
The world's top bitcoin mining machine manufacturer Bitmain Technology Co., Ltd. announced that it would suspend the sale of mining machines worldwide in response to the Chinese government's recent crackdown on domestic mining activites.
British Army Recovers Twitter & YouTube Accounts following Crypto Scam Hack
The British Army recovered from crypto scams after hackers breached its YouTube and Twitter accounts on July 3.
Jack Daniel’s Parent Company Brown-Forman Targeted for Ransomware by Notorious REvil
Brown-Forman, Jack Daniel’s parent company and a giant powerhouse in the alcoholic industry, recently suffered a ransomware data breach originating from REvil.
Vitalik Buterin Proposes Zero-Knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machines on Ethereum Layer 1
Vitalik Buterin suggests implementing zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machines (zk-EVMs) on the Ethereum base layer to accelerate the verification process on the blockchain without compromising decentralization and security. The technology enables smart contract execution on the blockchain with ZK proofs. It would be the third type of Ethereum client, along with the consensus and execution clients. By integrating zk-EVMs at the Ethereum layer 1, Ethereum would remain decentralized and new clients could be developed, further decentralizing Ethereum at the base layer.
xAI's Grok: Musk's Novel AI Chatbot with Real-Time Insights
Elon Musk's xAI unveiled Grok, an AI chatbot, inspired by 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, providing real-time world knowledge and answering questions with humor, outperforming other models.
One River Asset Management Closes $41M Funding Round Led by Goldman Sachs
One River Asset Management has completed a $41 million Series A funding round led by Coinbase Ventures and Goldman Sachs.
Atomicals Market Addresses Security Breach and Announces Compensation Measures
Atomicals Market has implemented measures to restore user trust and enhance platform security following a significant security breach, emphasizing community engagement's crucial role in protocol's future.
Ransomware Hackers Hunt for Bitcoin by Targeting Call of Duty: Warzone
Ransomware hackers have raided Call of Duty: Warzone player accounts and demanded Bitcoin payments in exchange for releasing the retained data.
Mastercard Reveals to Develop CBDC as The Private Payment Provider
Digital payment Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach expresses his strong support for CBDC on the Q3 earnings conference call.
Stars Arena Tightens Security Following $3M Exploit
Stars Arena, an Avalanche-based Web3 social media app, is reinforcing its security measures following a $3 million exploit on October 6, 2023. The steps include the transfer of funds to a secure multisig wallet, a comprehensive security audit, and the engagement of a white hat team for rapid security review. Users have been urged not to deposit any new funds until the security overhaul is completed.
ZachXBT: Deceptive Promotions of Meme CBOT and BABYSHIB with Crypto Influencers Revealed
ZachXBT has exposed alleged deceptive promotional tactics by crypto influencers regarding meme CBOT and Shiba Inu family BABYSHIB tokens. He claims they provided wallet addresses linked to CBOT team transactions and sold off tokens quickly. The crypto community has reacted with concern, highlighting the importance of transparency and ethical practices.
Goldman Sachs Sets to Offer OTC Ether Options Trading
Goldman Sachs has disclosed that it would introduce over-the-counter (OTC) Ether options trading for its clients, citing increasing demands.
How Apple Will Advance in Generative AI in 2024
Apple's 2024 agenda includes the launch of Vision Pro, advancements in generative AI with iOS 18, and integrating AI across its ecosystem. Emphasizing thoughtful AI integration, Apple navigates generative AI's potential while maintaining its privacy-focused approach.
Paxful Addresses Security Breach Rumors And Says Customer Data Is Safe
Paxful has downplayed the significance of a data breach that saw the private information of 4.8 million of its customers accessed online, saying that the information is fake.
Coinbase and Venmo Users Angered by Privacy Issues—Fintech Firm Faces Second Class Action Lawsuit
A second lawsuit has been filed against the fintech company Plaid, for violating user data privacy agreements they hold with major financial accounts that use Coinbase and Venmo.
Georgia Proposes Bill Where Crypto Will be Part of High School Curriculum
Georgia lawmakers have passed a bill that recommends cryptocurrency to be integrated into the high school curriculum.
FTX Crypto Exchange Suspends Claims Portal Access After Kroll Data Breach
FTX temporarily suspends user access to its claims portal following a cybersecurity breach at Kroll, overseeing FTX's bankruptcy proceedings. The breach exposed non-sensitive data of claimants. FTX remains confident in infrastructure security and advises affected individuals on precautionary measures.
Pepe Coin Official Telegram Hacked
Pepe Coin's official Telegram compromised; group locked down. Amidst unexpected transactions, community urged to stay alert and follow @pepecoineth for official updates.
Coinbase Rolls Out AI-Driven ERC-20 Scam Token Detection System
Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal unveils Coinbase's ERC-20 Scam Token Detection System, combining smart contract auditing with machine learning to tackle crypto scams. Disclosed on October 6, 2023, this initiative enhances security and trust in token listings on the platform.
Top-Ranked DeGods NFT Recovered After Phishing Scam Loss
Crypto detective ZachXBT helps recover substantial funds from a phishing scam involving a top-ranked DeGods NFT, underscoring the risks and recoverability in the digital asset space.
Fantom's Evolution: From Technical Innovations to Ecosystem Expansion
Fantom continues to innovate despite facing challenges in its DeFi ecosystem. With planned technical upgrades and a focus on growing its developer community, the network aims for a robust and diversified blockchain ecosystem.
MyNFT to Bring Europe's First NFT Vending Machine to London
Web3 startup MyNFT will be launching the UK's first NFT Vending machines in London
Stars Arena Recovers Majority of Stolen Crypto
Stars Arena, a Web3 social media platform, has recovered about 90% of the 266,104 AVAX stolen in a security breach on October 7, 2023, following a settlement with the exploiter. The platform received 239,493 AVAX back, while awarding a 27,610 AVAX bounty to the individual. Post-recovery, Stars Arena is enhancing its security measures, including auditing a new smart contract to safeguard against future exploits.
US Dollar Crash and Double-Dip Recession Odds Are High, says Economist Stephen Roach, Fueling Bitcoin Bulls
Economist Stephen Roach says that the US dollar is set to crash and that a double-dip recession’s odds are above 50 percent. What will this mean for Bitcoin?
$27M USDT Theft Linked to Binance Deployer Address
A 27 million USDT cryptocurrency theft, linked to Binance's deployer, has raised security concerns and highlighted the risks of cryptocurrency holdings and recovery challenges.
Coin Cloud Customer Data and Source Code Allegedly Stolen
Coin Cloud, a cryptocurrency ATM provider, has suffered a data breach involving 70,000 customer selfies and 300,000 PII stolen, highlighting the need for improved security measures in the cryptocurrency sector.
Could Twitter Bitcoin Hack Have Been Prevented? Twitter Faces Heat From SEC
There is ongoing speculation that the massive Bitcoin hack that overtook Twitter on July 15 could have been prevented if Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey and his multi-billion dollar social networking company had taken matters into their own hands and addressed the security concerns outlined by the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) in 2015.
Tesla Announces CFO Transition: Vaibhav Taneja to Succeed Zachary Kirkhorn
Tesla appoints Vaibhav Taneja as CFO, succeeding Zachary Kirkhorn, effective August 4, 2023, marking a new phase in leadership.
Bored Ape Yacht Club Enters the Movie Scene, Pairing with Coinbase
Seen as the face of the non-fungible token (NFT) market, the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) has entered the silver screen based on a series of animated short films called “The Degen Trilogy.”
Goldman Sachs Applies for a DeFi and Blockchain ETF to Optimize Investment Results
Banking giant Goldman Sachs applied for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission intended to maximize investment results based on the performance of the Solactive DeFi and Blockchain index.
Bitcoin Economy Gives El Salvador Village Hope Amidst COVID-19
Despite being heavily impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, a small beach town in El Salvador, dubbed El Zonte, have strived to keep their economy afloat with the integration of Bitcoin as a digital currency.
Tachyum's Prodigy Processors: A Game-Changer for Blockchain in Banking and FinTech
Tachyum, a leading tech company, has recently published a paper titled "Credit Unions, Blockchain, CBDC, FinTech and Tachyum Prodigy", which highlights the potential of Prodigy to revolutionize transactional banking and significantly reduce the environmental and financial costs associated with blockchain's energy consumption.
Goldman Sachs Lobbying FTX Exchange for an IPO Move
American investment banking giant, Goldman Sachs is notably lobbying FTX Derivatives exchange if the crypto trading platform decides to conduct IPO shortly.
Goldman Sachs Warns Inflation Threatens US Dollar’s Role as Global Reserve Currency
Goldman Sachs strategists say risks to the U.S dollar’s reserve status include increasing pandemic and political uncertainty and rising debt.
Craig S. Wright Explores 'Code is Law' Paradigm in Digital Governance Debate
Dr. Craig Wright's blog post on "Open-Source Development" rekindles debate on "Code is Law" principle, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach balancing code precision with legal considerations.
Oracle Confirms Partnership with TikTok, President Trump Still Needs to Approve Deal
Oracle, the tech company that was said to have acquired TikTok’s US operations, has finally commented on the partnership and confirmed it.
Japanese Based Cryptocurrency Exchange BitFlyer Reports $6.9Million Loss in 2019
bitFlyer, a Tokyo based cryptocurrency exchange reported a loss of $6.9 million after suffering a loss in customers amidst regulatory issues with the financial services agency of Japan. The company is doing all it can to stand strong and successfully survive this downtime.
Goldman Sachs' Yuan Crash Forecast Could Affect Bitcoin Price, Bull Run Ahead?
Goldman Sachs is expecting the Chinese yuan to fall to its lowest since 2008 in the coming months due to the existing US-China trade war, and now the US potential sanctions on China over its feud over Hong Kong. US President Donald Trump has announced earlier that he will be looking to end preferential treatment for Hong Kong in terms of trade and visa-free travel, due to the new security law for Hong Kong approved by Beijing. The yuan has been forecasted by Goldman Sachs to fall to 7.25 per dollar during the next three months before recovering to 7.15 per dollar over six months, then to 7 per dollar in the next year. As the firm sees the yuan falling to its 2008 low, the potential for Bitcoin to experience an explosive price rally has been raised.
California Court Fines Crowd Machine and Metavine in ICO Case
A California court orders Crowd Machine and Metavine to pay over $20 million for an unlawful 2018 ICO, highlighting the importance of adhering to securities laws in the crypto industry.
Polkadot Q2 2023: OpenGov and XCM V3 Launch, SEC Clearance for DOT
According to Messari, Polkadot, a blockchain network designed to support interconnected, application-specific Layer-1 chain, has made significant progress in Q2 2023.
AI Image Editing: The Rise of Unified Concept Editing in Diffusion Models
Exploring the groundbreaking advancements in AI with Unified Concept Editing in diffusion models, offering enhanced precision and control in image editing.
SEC Chair Gensler Faces Congressional Pressure Over EU Coordination and Lack of Transparency
The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability has intensified scrutiny on SEC Chair Gary Gensler over the SEC's coordination with the EU on legislative matters and a perceived lack of transparency. The discord, highlighted in a letter dated October 12, 2023, follows a pattern of communication deadlock between the SEC and Congress, with implications on broader legislative and regulatory frameworks. The Committee expects more forthright engagement from the SEC by October 19, 2023, threatening compulsory processes for compliance.
Former Goldman Sachs Marcus Head Launches Crypto Investing App with $33M
Former Goldman Sachs Marcus Head Launches Crypto Investing App with $33 million.
China Plans to Thwart Procedural Violations in the Police Force and Courtrooms with Blockchain
China has laid plans to use a new automated system powered by blockchain and other technologies to propel surveillance of its judges and police officers.
OKX Launches AI Integration for Crypto Market Volatility
OKX has partnered with EndoTech.io to utilize AI algorithms for real-time analysis of data and trading opportunities, specifically to capture crypto market volatility. This new integration follows the recent announcement of OKX expanding its services to Australia while shutting down operations in Canada.
iFinex Proposes $150 Million Share Buyback from Bitfinex Hack Victims
iFinex, Bitfinex's parent company, plans a $150 million share buyback to re-acquire shares given as compensation for a 2016 hack. The offer follows a valuation surge from $120 million in 2016 to $1.7 billion, providing an exit route for investors. Shareholders have until October 24 to respond to the buyback offer.
Bitcoin and Gold can Coexist, according to Goldman Sachs
Investment giant Goldman Sachs has delved into the issue of how Gold and Bitcoin can coexist together as the BTC continues to cement its status as a safe-haven.
Goldman Sachs Managing Director Reportedly Resigns After Making Millions from Dogecoin
Aziz McMahon, the managing director of Goldman Sachs' London office, is said to have resigned from his role after earning huge profits from Dogecoin investments.
Goldman Sachs Recommends Shorting the Dollar, Increasing the Odds of a Bitcoin Bull Run
Goldman Sachs believes that the risks arising from vaccine trials and the uncertainty of the US election could weaken the dollar. What about Bitcoin?
Crypto-Spring in Bloom as Institutions and Billionaire "OG" Investors Mature Towards Bitcoin
The Bitcoin price hit its peak of around $20,000 at the end of 2017, but over the last two years it has been trading at around half that value. Along with Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies that take their cue from the success of the pioneer crypto, have also not achieved anything close to their values at the end of the 2017 ICO rush. But times are changing and according to Alexis Ohanian, co-founder of Reddit and early investor in Coinbase believes the crypto winter is thawing and asserts that we are on the cusp of a ‘crypto spring’.
Bored Ape Yacht Club Creators Launch Bitcoin NFT Collection
Yuga Labs, the creators of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC), have launched a new collection of 300 tokenized computer-generated artworks on Bitcoin called TwelveFold. The collection is based on mathematics, time, and the Bitcoin blockchain. The announcement comes amidst falling search interest for NFTs, however, trading volume data for February indicates the market is still strong. In other news, the Golden Key NFT, won by Twitch streamer Mongraal in a Dookey Dash competition hosted by Yuga Labs, has been sold for 1,000 Ether to BAYC NFT hodler Adam Weitsman. Polygon Foundation has partnered with Lotte Group to host the conglomerate's NFT projects on its Ethereum layer 2 scaling network Polygon, and intends to develop its Web3 initiatives in partnership with Polygon. Finally, a group of Japanese tech companies have agreed to forward the creation of the Japan Metaverse Economic Zone and an open metaverse infrastructure called "Ryugukoku."
Machine Learning Network Fetch.ai Shares Vision of Interoperable Blockchains
Fetch.ai has a vision: to bring machine learning services to every ledger and blockchain.
Bitfinex and Polygon zkEVM Facilitate Tether Gold Transactions
Bitfinex has integrated Tether Gold transactions via the Polygon zkEVM transport layer, marking a significant step towards cost-effective and secure digital asset transactions from October 11, 2023.
Polkadot's Parachain Auctions Filling up With Astar Network Winning Third Slot
Astar Network has won the third parachain auction slot on the Polkadot Network.
Goldman Sachs to Launch Data Service to Classify Digital Assets
Goldman Sachs has floated a new crypto categorization tool dubbed Datanomy
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Criticizes Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton's Regulatory Approach
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse criticizes former SEC Chair Jay Clayton for his aggressive regulatory approach, citing hypocrisy based on a 2020 lawsuit against Ripple. The ongoing legal tussle and recent developments highlight the broader regulatory uncertainties in the crypto industry.
KuCoin Loses $150 Million Due to Security Breach But Compensation to Follow
KuCoin, a Singapore-based crypto exchange, has disclosed the suspicious withdrawal of large amounts of Bitcoin, ERC-20, and Ether.
Major Fat Finger Error as BAYC NFT Acquired for $3K Instead of $300K
A major “fat finger” transaction error in the growing blockchain world took place over the weekend with a Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFT mistakenly listed for 0.75 ETH instead of 75 ETH.
Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Leads £210M Round in UK-Based Consumer Finance Platform Lendable
Lendable.co.uk is committed to improve financing to both retail customers and businesses.
SEC Cybersecurity Breach: Investigating the Fallout and Future Measures
The SEC's recent cybersecurity breach, involving an unauthorized post on its X (formerly Twitter) account about a Bitcoin ETF, underscores the need for robust cybersecurity measures. The SEC is actively investigating the incident, highlighting the broader implications for security practices in social media and government agencies.
Yuga Labs Hires Former Rally Executive Chris Fortier as VP of Products
Yuga Labs, the developer of the Bored Ape Yacht Club, has hired VP of Product at financial software firm Rally Chris Fortier as its VP of Product.
Yuga Labs Appoints Former Activision Blizzard COO as CEO
Yuga Labs has hired former Activision Blizzard COO, Daniel Alegre, as its new CEO. Alegre will lead the NFT startup that created the Bored Ape Yacht Club and CryptoPunks collections, following his departure from Activision Blizzard. His arrival is seen as a significant move for the NFT industry.
Acala Wins First Parachain Auction Slot on Polkadot
Acala Network, an Ethereum-compatible smart contract platform optimized for Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has won the first parachain auction on the Polkadot network.
Goldman Sachs Reportedly Raising Funds to Acquire Celsius Assets by $2 bn, Report says
American multinational investment bank, Goldman Sachs Group Inc, has shown interest in buying up embattled crypto lender Celsius Network.
Goldman Sachs Joins Investors to Fund CertiK as it Tops $2B Valuation
New York-headquartered blockchain security startup, CertiK has finally confirmed it raised $88 million from investors led by Tiger Global, Advent International and other investors.
Resonate Partners with Fetch.ai, Rendering a Decentralized AI-Powered Social Media Experience
To offer users a personal AI-powered, decentralized, and trusted social media experience, Resonate, a decentralized social NFT platform, is leveraging the power of blockchain technology and machine learning provided by Fetch.ai.
OpenAI Unveils Advanced Embedding Models with Cost-Effective Solutions
OpenAI announced the launch of new embedding models and API updates, featuring enhanced efficiency, cost reduction, and varied dimension options.
Huobi HTX Responds to Recent Hack, Ensures Full Compensation for Affected Users
Huobi HTX pledges to compensate users affected by a $30 million hack, ensuring minimal impact and enhanced security measures, as part of a series of attacks on Justin Sun's entities.
Goldman Sachs Launches First Ethereum-Linked Derivatives Product
American investment banking and financial institution giant, Goldman Sachs Group Inc has started trading a type of Ethereum-linked derivatives.
Singapore’s Court of Appeal Finds Crypto Exchange Culpable of Malice in Momentous Ruling
In a landmark ruling, the Court of Appeal in Singapore noted that Quione, a cryptocurrency exchange, was disloyal to reverse several transactions on its network. This action constituted a breach of contract; hence the law had to take its discourse.
Fraudulent Ledger Live App in Microsoft Store Linked to $768K Cryptocurrency Theft
A fake Ledger Live app on Microsoft's App Store stole nearly $768K from the crypto community, involving Bitcoin and Ethereum transactions, raising concerns over app verification processes.
GFT and Thought Machine Partner to Drive Digital Transformation in U.S. Banking
GFT and Thought Machine are collaborating to propel U.S. banks into the digital age, departing from legacy systems in favor of cloud-native solutions. Traditional banks are now focusing on introducing innovative financial experiences to gain a competitive edge. The partnership offers three paths to digital transformation, with GFT being a leading implementation partner of Thought Machine's Vault Core. This technology enables the launch of digital-first banks or migration from legacy systems. The partnership has achieved significant milestones, including certifications and completed projects. Traditional banks are poised to leverage their expertise and regulatory frameworks by embracing digitization.
Goldman Sachs Pushes Bullish Stock Market Investment, Warren Buffet Indicator Disagrees—What about the Bitcoin Price?
Goldman Sachs believes that stocks will boom over the next 12 months which is not sitting well with Warren Buffett warns the market is an overvalued bubble.
Health Concerns Arise at ApeFest 2023: Investigation Links Symptoms to UV-A Lighting
Yuga Labs has investigated health issues following ApeFest 2023, identifying UV-A lights as the probable cause. Those affected are advised to seek medical advice and contact Yuga Labs for support.
Goldman Sachs Explores Development of its Own Digital Token
Leading global investment bank Goldman Sachs is examining options of creating its own cryptocurrency. The bank has appointed Mathew McDermott as the worldwide head of digital assets to spearhead the realization of this dream.
USD Coin Chief Strategy Officer Twitter Account Hacked
Circle's USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin chief strategy officer Dante Disparte's Twitter account has been hacked, with the account reportedly promoting fake loyalty rewards to long-time users of USDC.
Blockchain in Supply Chain Market Anticipated to Top $14.88 Billion by 2028
The increasing adoption of product traceability for enhanced transparency in manufacturing processes and the urge for optimized security will make blockchain in the supply chain market surpass $14.88 billion by 2028, according to a report by Research Dive.
ChatGPT Poised to Challenge Google Assistant on Android Devices
OpenAI's ChatGPT may soon challenge Google Assistant's role as the default voice assistant on Android, signaling a significant shift in the digital assistant sector and underscoring AI's growing impact in technology.
Fetch.ai Launches Blockchain-based File-Sharing Platform for Data Monetization Management
Fetch.ai, a machine learning-based blockchain platform, has rolled out an end-to-end encrypted file-sharing platform dubbed DabbaFlow to simplify and accelerate data sharing.
Binance Pay Launches March Promotions with ACH Rewards and Discounts
Binance Pay announces March promotions offering up to 5,070 ACH tokens in rewards and up to 50% discounts for users spending on their platform.
Nature: Why AI Meeting Quantum Computing Is a Scientific Revolution
According to Nature, the integration of AI and quantum computing, particularly in quantum machine learning, is an emerging field that offers potential for groundbreaking advancements but faces significant challenges and skepticism.
Mastercard CEO Says Crypto Has a Long Way to go Before Going Mainstream
Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach says crypto has some hurdles to cross before going mainstream
Astar Network Launches Second Iteration of Smart Contracts
Astar Network is launching the second iteration of its smart contracts that support both Ethereum Virtual Machine and WebAssembly Virtual Machine on its mainnet on April 6. The Astar team invited community members to a panel discussion led by its executives and Polkadot developers to discuss how WASM can be utilized.
Bored Ape Yacht Club wins legal battle, Mandala Metaverse selects Polkadot, Square Enix partners with Elixir Games, and Cricket Stars launches on Tezos
Yuga Labs, the creators of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFT collection, have won a legal battle against Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen, the creators of the RR/BAYC NFT collection. Mandala Metaverse has chosen Polkadot to host its first major NFT drop, called the "Cryptonauts". Square Enix has partnered with Elixir Games to bring blockchain gaming to the mainstream. Cricket Stars, a multiplayer NFT cricket strategy game, has been launched on the Tezos blockchain.
MetaMask Users Email Addresses Exposed in Cybersecurity Incident
MetaMask, the popular Ethereum wallet, experienced a cybersecurity incident that exposed the email addresses of some of its users who submitted a customer support ticket between August 1, 2021 and February 10, 2023. The breach may have affected up to 7,000 users and some of the customer support tickets included a free text field where users may have submitted personally identifying information. The company has taken steps to eliminate unauthorized access in the future and is working with a cybersecurity and forensics team to investigate the incident.
Bitfinex Tackles Phishing Incident: No Customer Funds Affected
Bitfinex has resolved a phishing incident causing partial customer information exposure, confirming no loss of funds or sensitive data compromise, and ensuring ongoing security measures.
Ukraine Ranks Second of Crypto Adopters following Legalization: Report
Eastern European nation Ukraine has been ranked as the second nation with the overall adoption of digital currencies, following only the US in a recent survey report released by Merchant Machine.
ENS Launches EVM Gateway, Enhancing Interoperability Between L1 and L2 Chains
ENS Domains introduces the EVM Gateway, an open-source platform enhancing interoperability between L1 and L2 chains, promoting a more connected and efficient blockchain ecosystem.
Master Tech Job Interviews with Personalized AI Coaching
AI coaching can enhance tech job interviews by preparing for interview questions, skills assessments, and personality tests, boosting confidence and preparing for real-time demonstrations.
Yann LeCun Reflects on the Impact of DjVu and Open-Access Publications in Machine Learning
Yann LeCun's DjVu format significantly influenced open-access in the machine learning community, facilitating the distribution of high-resolution scanned documents online and promoting collective power in intellectual property negotiations.
Institutional Crypto Exposure Hits 51%, Goldman Sachs Study Shows
Out of 172 institutional clients surveyed, leading global investment bank Goldman Sachs found out that 51% of them had crypto exposure.
Could Stock Market Turbulence and US Elections Send Bitcoin Crashing Down?
Bitcoin has plunged from highs of more than $11K to lows of $10,400, and analysts have looked at US stock markets to explain the cryptocurrency’s price dip.
Grayscale Investors Buying Bitcoin at Remarkable Rate Despite Goldman Sachs’ Skepticism
New data indicates that institutional clients are increasingly buying Bitcoin via Grayscale Bitcoin Trust despite warning from Goldman Sachs.
Breaking: Zachary Testa Identified as Pepe Coin Founder Following Price Crash
Zachary Testa, linked to $pepe coin, faces scrutiny after a 20% price drop. Changes in wallet thresholds and a $15.5M transfer to major exchanges like Binance are noted.
Swiss Banking Giant UBS to Offer Crypto Services to its Clients
UBS is reportedly planning to offer crypto investment services to its customers.
The Ethical Dimensions of ChatGPT in Modern Learning Environments
Exploring the ethical dimensions and transformative potential of ChatGPT in education, focusing on challenges and opportunities in teaching, learning, and academic integrity within STEM and higher education environments.
HuggingGPT: Bridging AI Models for Advanced General Intelligence
HuggingGPT leverages ChatGPT to orchestrate AI tasks, marking a significant advancement in the journey toward artificial general intelligence.
Adidas' new NFT Collection Owners to get Custom Merch Access
Adidas is launching its Non-Fungible Token (NFT) collection named ‘Into the Metaverse’ on December 17 as the global apparel brand looks to extend its foothold in the NFT space.
Teenage Twitter Hacker Could Use Bitcoin to Post $725,000 Bail
The mastermind behind Twitter’s recent massive hack attack has finally been arrested after a nationwide investigation by the FBI, and bail for him has been set at $725,000.
Microsoft Loses TikTok to Tech Giant Oracle – What This Means for Bitcoin and Blockchain Industry
TikTok, the multibillion-dollar video sharing platform popularized by millennials and Gen Z, has chosen Oracle Corporation as its tech partner over Microsoft.
Italy Blocks OpenAI ChatGPT Over Data Breach Concerns
Italy’s data protection agency has temporarily blocked OpenAI’s ChatGPT due to suspected data privacy breaches following a recent data breach on March 20. The agency also cited concerns over the lack of information for users regarding data collected by OpenAI and the lack of legal basis for mass data collection by the AI platform. In addition, ChatGPT's potential breach of its own data protection rules and the risk to minors who may be exposed to unsuitable content were also highlighted. The Center for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Policy has filed a complaint against ChatGPT, describing it as "biased" and "deceptive" and a risk to public safety and privacy.
Senior Worker at Bithumb Triggered Hacking Vulnerability
A senior worker at Bithumb, a leading South Korean crypto exchange, is in a tight spot after a Korean court discovered that he is liable for web safety legislation breaches. As a result, his misdeeds made the crypto exchange vulnerable to a 2017 hack that led to the loss of cryptocurrency holdings worth $6 million USD.
Mixin Network Suffers $200 Million Hack
Mixin Network's cloud service provider database was hacked on September 23, 2023, leading to a loss of approximately $200 million. Blockchain security firm SlowMist is aiding in the investigation. Deposit and withdrawal services have been temporarily halted on Mixin Network.
Canaan's Q4 2022 Revenue Declines by 82.1% YoY to $56.8M
Canaan, a Chinese Bitcoin miner and manufacturer of ASIC mining machines, reported an 82.1% YoY revenue decline to $56.8M in Q4 2022. The company's net income swung to a $63.6M loss due to inventory write-downs and research expenses. Despite the decline in revenue, Canaan's mining revenue improved by 368.2% YoY to $10.46M.
Investment Giant Goldman Sachs Offers the First Bitcoin-backed Lending Loan
Goldman Sachs announced to offer the first bitcoin-backed lending loan, lenders might make use of the bitcoin they own as cash collateral for this loan.
Wachsman Appoints Cointelegraph CEO Jay Cassano as Chief Growth Officer
Jay Cassano will be responsible for accelerating Wachsman’s expansion across its key markets after being appointed as Wachsman's Chief Growth Officer.
Polkadot Developers Gains Access to Chainlink Oracle Through Moonbeam Integration
Thanks to the latest integration of Chainlink oracle into the Moonbeam smart contract platform, developers in the broader Polkadot ecosystem can now access reliable price feeds as they seek to build functional DApps
Genesis Digital Assets Purchases 20,000 Bitcoin Mining Machines from China’s Manufacturer Canaan
American Bitcoin mining firm Genesis Digital Assets is purchasing additional 20,000 units of bitcoin ASIC miners from China’s Bitcoin mining hardware manufacturer Canaan Creative. The purchase will help Genesis to scale up its mining operations.
DWF Labs Co-founder Andrei Grachev Announces Financial Partnership with DMCC
Andrei Grachev, co-founder of DWF Labs, announced a financial partnership with DMCC, supporting firms transitioning to Dubai DMCC. This announcement, juxtaposed with Grachev’s recent Twitter feud with GSR.io's Cristian Gil, highlights the competitive and cooperative facets of the crypto market landscape, and the challenges and opportunities DWF Labs encounters in its journey.
Bored Ape Yacht Club wins legal battle
Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) creator Yuga Labs has won a legal battle against copycat non-fungible token (NFT) project RR/BAYC. The United States District Court found that the co-creators of RR/BAYC had infringed Yuga Labs’ trademarks, and Yuga Labs is entitled to an injunction and damages. In other news, Mandala Metaverse has chosen Polkadot to host its first major NFT drop, Final Fantasy developer Square Enix has partnered with Elixir Games for blockchain gaming, and a free-to-play multiplayer NFT cricket strategy game called Cricket Stars has launched on the Tezos blockchain.
Goldman Sachs Trades First Over-the-Counter Crypto Transaction with Galaxy Digital
Goldman Sachs has become the major US bank to conduct the first over-the-counter crypto trade.
Friend.tech Users Lose $385K in Ether to SIM-Swap Scammer
A scammer has reportedly stolen approximately $385,000 (234 ETH) within 24 hours by SIM-swapping four Friend.tech users. The incident follows a series of SIM-swap and phishing attacks on the platform, putting its security measures under scrutiny. Blockchain analyst ZachXBT revealed the scam on October 5, 2023, adding to concerns about the vulnerability of Friend.tech's user accounts.
NFT Trading Surges 8X Boom from the Popularity of Bored Ape Yacht Club,Pudgy Penguins and CryptoPunk
NFT sales recorded an eight times surge in market trading volume over the last two weeks, compared to the result in March, thanks to the craze of Bored Ape Yacht Club and Pudgy Penguins and the classic NFT CryptoPunk.
Rising Adoption of Crypto Will Not Gurantee Increase Prices: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. voiced concern about cryptocurrency saying investors should not be easily convinced about the narrative that a rise in the adoption of digital currencies will lead to higher prices.
Goldman Sachs to Reopen Bitcoin Futures Trading after Three-Year Pause
Goldman Sachs plans to relaunch its Bitcoin futures trading after pressing pause on it in 2018 due to the crypto price fall experienced that year.
Three Bored Ape Owners Sue OpenSea over Security Loophole of Stolen NFTs
Three Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) Non-Fungible Token owners are suing leading NFT trading platform OpenSea for the loss of their NFTs on the exchange.
Gala Games Updates: GalaChain, Dev Tools and Social Media Rep
Gala Games, a blockchain-based gaming company, has launched its L1 blockchain for multiple games and is in the QA phase of migrating its social media platform, Rep, to its own blockchain, GalaChain. The company plans to streamline onboarding and developer tools by the end of the year.
Goldman Sachs and Citigroup Perform the First Equity Swap on Blockchain
Traditional equity swaps have to be continuously updated for multiple variables. These include different interest rates, end-of-day market prices, and corporate actions like stock splits and dividend payments. Financial institutions need to hire many people to verify the process until the swap completion, which in some rare cases, could take months.
Google DeepMind: Subtle Adversarial Image Manipulation Influences Both AI Model and Human Perception
Recent DeepMind research reveals that subtle adversarial image manipulations, originally designed to deceive AI models, also subtly influence human perception. This discovery underscores similarities and distinctions in human and machine vision, emphasizing the need for further research in AI safety and security.
Bitcoin Twitter Hack Investigation Reveals Second Teen Mastermind
US authorities revealed that there may have been another hacker that played a prominent role in the Bitcoin hack that overtook Twitter on July 15.
UN convenes AI High-level Advisory Body for Global Governance
The UN Secretary-General is convening a High-level Advisory Body on AI to analyze and advance recommendations for global AI governance. Comprising up to 38 international experts from government, private sector, and civil society, the body aims to harness AI for humanity while addressing its risks. The initiative, which underscores the importance of a globally inclusive approach, seeks to align AI governance with human rights and Sustainable Development Goals.
Blockchain Sleuth ZachXBT Reports Alleged Harassment by IRS Criminal Investigation Unit
ZachXBT, a blockchain investigator, claims IRS-CI has harassed him for assistance in solving blockchain crimes, underscoring tensions between privacy and law enforcement.
Goldman Sachs Says Bitcoin Could Beat Gold in Market Shares
As digital assets have become more widely accepted in many economies, Bitcoin is likely to overtake gold in market shares in 2022, Goldman Sachs analyst Zach Pandl said in a research note.
UniPi: Revolutionizing AI with Text-Guided Video Policy Generation
UniPi's innovative AI approach combines text-guided video generation with policy-making, enabling broad applications in robotics and AI planning.
Is Bitcoin the Best Asset to Hold? Gold Bull Jeffrey Gundlach Calls BTC "The Stimulus Asset"
Jeffery Gundlach, a self-proclaimed gold bull has acknowledged that Bitcoin may be the stimulus asset.
Bitcoin’s Price Boom is Artificially Inflated, says Peter Schiff
Peter Schiff claims that the current rise in bitcoin prices is due to market manipulation.
Blockchain Ecosystem Suffers Over $9.8B Worth Security Lost in 2021
According to Snowmist, the blockchain industry has been well characterized by cryptocurrency crimes, money laundering, fraud, cases of theft, drug trafficking, and mining crimes all of which occur frequently.
Investors Flock to US Money Market Funds Amid Banking Crisis
Amid banking crisis fears, investors have poured $286 billion into US money market funds in March, with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Fidelity among the biggest winners. These funds are offering high liquidity and low risk, making them popular during uncertain times.
Former Goldman Sachs Staff Launch DeFi Platform Ondo with $4M Funding Round
Two former Goldman Sachs staff have developed a new DeFi protocol Ondo to enhance how users interact with DeFi products, which has raised $4 million through an equity funding round.
TrustSwap's SmartLocks Service Locked Up Four Times More than Bitcoin LN
TrustSwap, a DeFi platform dedicated to enabling the execution of timed token purchases, recently announced that its SmartLocks service has officially locked over four times more value than the Bitcoin Lightning Network. While this is a major achievement on its own, it is only one of TrustSwap's many different services and it shows the potential that the project has to dominate the DeFi sector.
CEO Of BTCS Explains How The Company Surpassed $1M In Crypto Assets
BTCS Inc. is a publicly-traded cryptocurrency and blockchain company that recently surpassed the $1 million milestone in crypto assets under management (AUM). The landmark achievement comes after crypto prices recovered from the mid-March slump (Black Thursday). Reports indicate that Bitcoin-focused crypto hedge funds are outperforming their more-traditional counterparts. BTCS plans to pursue a measured approach to diversifying its current cryptocurrency holdings. BTCS shares are up more than 215% year-to-date.
Huawei Files Patent For Blockchain Ledger Storage and Device
Chinese technology giant Huawei has applied for a patent on a new blockchain-based storage systems.
IOTA Looks into “Data Sharding” to Increase Storage on Tangle in Progress for Nectar
IOTA recently published a December update, announcing its progress for its remaining elements for the delivery of IOTA 2.0, Nectar.
Ethereum Crosses $1,900 For the First Time in Its History as Total Value Locked in ETH 2.0 Hits All-Time High
New data by Santiment reveals that the number of whale addresses holding at least $10,000 ETH ballooned to 1,287 on Valentines Day and this has been pivotal in triggering Ethereum's uptrend.
Former Australian Politician Converts to "Millennial’s Version of Gold" - Bitcoin
The former senator for South Australia, Cory Bernardi, has joined the Bitcoin bandwagon lately, seeing it as the millennial’s version of gold.
Ethereum-Based Wallet MetaMask Adds Token Swaps to Its Features
MetaMask recently announced a new add-on to its browser which can facilitate decentralized finance (DeFi) transactions for Ethereum-based tokens.
Bitcoin Price Could Reach $350,000 by 2044 Depending on Millennials’ Investment Game Plan
According to Kraken Exchange, a leading US-based crypto exchange, Bitcoin price could shoot through the roof to $350,000 USD by 2044 if millennials were to invest more than 5% of their inherited wealth into this digital asset.
Bitcoin Whale Addresses at an All Time High as Major Indicators Suggest Bullish Outlook for BTC
Bitcoin has seen a few major dips, and has recently recovered to trade in the $33,900 region recently.
China’s Central Bank Digital Currency Research Unit Signs Deal with Huawei
The Chinese central bank, People’s Bank of China’s (PBoC) Digital Currency Research Institute has signed an agreement with multinational telecommunications giant Huawei.
Italian Soccer Giant Juventus Embraces Blockchain Technology
In a move widely celebrated by fans, Juventus Football club of Italy enters into a licence agreement with blockchain based fantasy football company, Sorare.
India IT Tech Firm Partners with Local Government to Introduce Blockchain Acceleration
Huge development talks originating from Pune City, shows that India IT services firm Tech Mahindra recently introduced the T-block Accelerator, the maiden accelerator program for the Telangana Blockchain District in partnership with the state government and IBC Media, an innovative management company.