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Messari Wins the Heart of Steve Cohen as it Raised $21M From Investors
Messari now has $21 million of investors funds pulled from a Series A funding round led by Point72 Ventures.
Sia Network Q2 2023: 12% Increase in Used Storage
In the second quarter of 2023, the Sia network, a decentralized cloud storage platform, saw a 12% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) increase in used storage, raising the storage utilization rate from 19% to 25%, according to a report by Messari.
South African Reserve Bank to Strictly Regulate Cryptocurrency in 2020
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is planning on introducing new regulations on cryptocurrency, which according to Kuben Naidoo, SARB deputy governor, will be fully implemented and enforced in the first quarter of 2020 and it brings to an end a deliberation that started since 2014.
Saros Cryptocurrency (SAROS) will be listed on Bybit
Saros raises $3.75M in funding and gets listed on Bybit with a 50,000 USDT prize pool, marking significant strides in expanding its reach and enhancing its offerings in the DeFi space.
Messari Raises $35M in Series B Round
Blockchain-based data analytics platform, Messari has announced the successful completion of its Series B funding round in which it pulled $35 million.
Pepsi Launches Genesis NFT Collection to Celebrate Anniversary
Beverage giant Pepsi announced the brand would launch nearly 2,000 NFTs to celebrate the anniversary.
Caesar’s Temple x Boba Network - A GambleFi Gaming Experience Coming to Boba-BNB
Caesar's Temple is thrilled to announce the deployment of our game on Boba-BNB, taking full advantage of hybrid computing to bring fast, reliable, and secure randomness to our GambleFi experience.
Messari: Fantom FTM Market Cap Declined 36% in Q2 2023
According to a report released by Messari, Fantom faced a decline in daily active addresses by 18% QoQ, while new unique addresses grew by 146% QoQ, coinciding with increased activity on LayerZero and Galxe.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Supports Nigerian Protest Against Police Brutality With Bitcoin Donations
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey has supported Nigeria's EndSars campaign against police brutality with an undisclosed amount of Bitcoin (BTC), asks public for further donations.
Messari in Talks for New Funding Round That Could Raise Valuation to $300M
Blockchain data analytics startup, Messari is reportedly in talks with investors to pull new funding that can push its market valuation to $300 million.
Messari Founder Ryan Selkis Launches Advocacy Group in Response to Recent SEC Actions
Following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) charges against popular cryptocurrency exchanges Binance and Coinbase, Messari founder Ryan Selkis has launched a new advocacy group named @DFA2024.
US Congress Proposes Bill to Restrict Government Interactions with Foreign Adversarial Blockchain Networks
US Congress introduces H.R.6307, limiting government interactions with Chinese blockchain networks, addressing national security and data privacy concerns, and urging increased scrutiny in the technology sector.
Archipelago Trading Services Settles with SEC for $1.5 Million Over Unfiled SARs
Archipelago Trading Services Inc. will pay $1.5 million to the SEC for failing to file hundreds of Suspicious Activity Reports between 2012 and 2020, despite daily high-risk transactions.
AI's 2024 Outlook: Insights from Germanidis, Hooker, Liang, Luccioni, Moiloa, and Scott
Batch Issue 229 envisions AI's 2024 vision, emphasizing inclusive, transparent, and ethical development, focusing on multimodal models, real-time interactivity, language gap, transparency, governance, and human contributions.
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.
King’s College Report: Blockchain Could be Pivotal in Nuclear Disarmament
Through its new policy report, King’s College London discloses that blockchain technology could be pivotal in dismantling nuclear warheads reliably, securely, and safely.
Thai Energy Billionaire Sarath Ratanavadi Boosts Investment in Crypto
Thailand’s second-richest billionaire, Sarath Ratanavadi, has said he’s increasing investments in the blockchain ecosystem, despite the crypto industry’s bitter winter.
Deceptive AI: The Hidden Dangers of LLM Backdoors
Recent studies reveal large language models can deceive, challenging AI safety training methods. They can hide dangerous behaviors, creating false safety impressions, necessitating the development of robust protocols.
SARB to Introduce Crypto Regulation
South Africa has changed their mind in terms of crypto regulation. The regulator intends to introduce a legal framework to govern the use of cryptocurrencies in the country.
The Sandbox Q2 2023 Report: 59% Increase in NFT Mints, 52% Rise in Primary Sales, 15% Fall in Revenue in Q2
The Sandbox, a leading gaming metaverse, posted a mixed performance in the second quarter of 2023, according to a report released by Messari. The platform saw a robust 59% QoQ increase in NFT mints, primary sales were up 52% QoQ, and active buyers grew 22% QoQ.
Tiger King's Carole Baskins Calls Bitcoin "the Future" in BTC Birthday Video
Bitcoin whitepaper turns twelve tomorrow, nine celebrities including the Tiger King documentary’s infamous antagonist Carole Baskins have wished BTC many happy returns.
Will We See Increased Institutional Adoption of Ethereum in 2021? ETH Hits Yearly High of $700
Ethereum has crossed the $700 mark to record highs that have not been seen since 2018.
First Crypto Fund Approved by Hong Kong’s Financial Regulator Aims to Pass $100M in its First Year
Hong Kong’s first approved cryptocurrency fund, Arrano Capital, the blockchain arm of Venture Smart Asia announced its rollout of a new Bitcoin fund in Hong Kong.
140 Million Users and 600 Tokens: Binance Celebrates 6th Anniversary
The largest cryptocurrency exchange Binance recently celebrated its 6th anniversary. The platform, which started as a crypto-to-crypto exchange with 5 tokens in 2 languages, now supports over 600 tokens in more than 40 languages, serving over 140 million users globally.
Hong Kong Fintechs Embrace Blockchain and DLT
Blockchain firms make up nearly 40% of all new Hong Kong FinTech companies launched in 2019.
SARB governor: CBDCs must tackle a "serious challenge" at WEF 2023.
Lesetja Kganyago spoke at WEF 2023 in Davos, Switzerland. The SARB governor suggested a national discussion before establishing CBDCs. Crypto barely fits two of three currency standards, he said.
Child Porn Darknet Sites Surge with Crypto-Payments as Korean Police Hunt "Nth Room" Clientele
The use of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum has become the preferred payment for internet based human trafficking and depraved services, which include blackmail porn and child sexual exploitation according to forensics firm Chainalysis.
SEC Fails to Request Access Ripple's Communications
US judge has denied the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) request to access Ripple’s legal communications.
Cosmos' Osmosis Sees 43% Decrease in Trading Volumes in Q2 2023, Reported Messari
According to Messari, in Q2 2023, the Osmosis Protocol, a decentralized exchange (DEX) within the Cosmos ecosystem, experienced a decrease in volumes and users, each down over 25%.
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.
Legend of Wuhan Coronavirus Whistleblower Will Live Forever on Ethereum Blockchain
Li Wenliang was an ophthalmologist at Wuhan Central Hospital who became something of a national hero amidst the turmoil of the Coronavirus. Identifying the deadly virus early, he was silenced by his government for trying to warn the public. His legend has only been further galvanized on the Ethereum blockchain following his recent death where he succumbed to the dreaded illness
Deal Box offers $125M blockchain and Web3 venture fund
Deal Box created a $125 million Web3 venture capital fund. Deal Box Ventures will support emerging growth, real estate, fintech, funtech, and social impact firms. It owns Total Network Services, Rypplzz, and Forward-Edge AI. Lesetja Kganyago spoke at WEF 2023 in Davos, Switzerland. Before launching CBDCs, the SARB governor suggested a national dialogue. Crypto barely fits two of three currency standards, he said.
Why Regulated Banks Have Greater Potential For Financial Crime Than Bitcoin and Crypto
While agencies focus their attention on transparent Bitcoin transactions, banks have had an official free pass disclaimer to facilitate money laundering the entire time.