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L2 blockchain Scroll, which leverages zk-rollup technology, has revealed the specifics of its upcoming SCR token airdrop. The airdrop will take place alongside the Token Generation Event (TGE), scheduled for October 22, 2024.
L&G, a London-based company managing $1.5 trillion in assets, is exploring the possibility of tokenizing a portion of its holdings. This initiative places the company alongside other major traditional firms that have entered the real-world asset (RWA) sector, including BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and Abrdn.
Samsung Electronics announced integrating blockchain into its smart home devices to improve security.
Stripe, a payments services company, acquired the stablecoin platform Bridge for $1.1 billion, according to TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington’s post on X.
Tether’s USDT has reached a new record-high market cap of $120 billion. This increase reflects the growing demand for cryptocurrencies, with stablecoins like USDT playing a key role in providing liquidity quickly and efficiently.
Perplexity AI, the developer of an AI-powered search engine, is planning to raise over $500 million in a new funding round, which could push its valuation to $9 billion. While discussions are still in the early stages, the company has already held promising meetings with potential investor
The EigenLayer team, creators of the largest restaking protocol, has confirmed that their X account was compromised. Hackers began their activity on Friday, October 18, posting suspicious messages related to a fake airdrop.
In which areas are LLM-controlled robots being applied? The advent of Large Language Models (LLMs), like GPT-4 by OpenAI, has significantly advanced human-robot collaboration. These AI models are deployed in various fields, such as autonomous vehicles, robotic warehouse management, and even security automation.
On October 18, 2024, Singapore’s DBS Bank introduced DBS Token Services, a cutting-edge blockchain solution designed to enhance traditional banking services and improve the experience for its institutional clients.
Scroll, a Layer-2 project, is facing backlash ahead of the SCR airdrop. A user on platform X, named Andrew 10 GWEI, published a report suggesting connections between some wallets holding tens or hundreds of thousands of marks and those linked to the developers.
On October 18, Tether Gold (XAUT) and Pax Gold (PAXG), cryptocurrency tokens tied to the price of physical gold, reached historic highs. XAUT hit $2,715.92, according to Coingecko, while Paxos’ gold-backed token peaked at $2,723.
Speaking at a town hall in Pennsylvania, Elon Musk once more brought up the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), causing the meme coin to pump by over 10%.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has reported notable success in combating fraud, aided by the introduction of innovative technologies like AI-powered machine learning. These tools have significantly boosted the department’s ability to detect and prevent fraudulent schemes.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed an appeal in its case against Ripple (XRP), challenging a district court decision made a year ago. Back then, the crypto firm secured a victory as the judge ruled that XRP sales to retail investors did not breach securities laws.
Worldcoin, known for its ambition to build a global system of unique digital identities for every individual, has unveiled a significant rebranding.
Lawmakers in the European Union are weighing the option of calculating fines for X by factoring in the revenue streams from Elon Musk’s other enterprises, such as SpaceX and Neuralink. This could lead to a steep rise in potential financial penalties for Musk over breaches in content moderation.
On October 17, Vitalik Buterin published a blog post detailing Ethereum’s 2023 roadmap, titled The Surge, along with his vision for the future of the blockchain. He explains how Ethereum aims to achieve greater scalability while preserving decentralization through a mix of technological advancements.
Pony.ai, an innovative startup developing autonomous driving technology, will officially file for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) in the U.S. this week.
“State of Crypto 2024” report by the venture capital a16z Crypto reveals all-time highs in crypto activity, improvements to blockchain networks, and progress in regulatory discussions.
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Tesla’s showcase of its humanoid robots created a lot of excitement in the tech world. Footage of the Optimus robots walking smoothly, completing tasks, and engaging with the crowd spread across the globe.
U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump aims to make significant changes to the federal regulatory landscape, particularly regarding the cryptocurrency sector.
According to a new survey by private wealth platform Aspen Digital, 76% of Asian private wealth is currently investing in digital assets. This number is up from 58% in 2022 per the KPMG report at the time.
Hackers gained access to three private keys that control the Radiant protocol, allowing them to manipulate smart contracts and withdraw user funds.
In addition to Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and the stablecoin Tether (USDT), MoonPay users can now add XRP to their portfolios. This expansion aligns with the growing demand for this cryptocurrency and broadens the platform’s capabilities.
Crypto Kaleo is a renowned crypto trader and one of the most followed influencers in the industry. Active since 2017, he has built a strong presence on X, TradingView, and other platforms, sharing technical analysis, market predictions, and insightful commentary on the crypto space.
Are sky-high Ethereum fees getting you down? The folks at Zora have come up with an alternative, introducing their Layer 2 solution with lower transaction fees. This article will walk you through how to get involved with the project and earn some rewards.