Stanley Druckenmiller: Bitcoin Deserves Trust
Billionaire hedge fund manager Stanley Druckenmiller referred to Bitcoin as a reliable brand and expressed regret for not currently owning the leading cryptocurrency.
Spain Accelerates MiCA Implementation
The Spanish government has announced its intention to adopt the European Union’s comprehensive crypto framework (MiCA) at the national level, moving up the implementation timeline by six months. This expedited schedule is driven by the need to establish legal clarity and enhance investor protection in the cryptocurrency sector, as stated by the country’s officials.
The Value of X Has Halved After It Was Bought by Elon Musk
Restricted stock units granted to employees now assess the company’s worth at $19 billion, equivalent to $45 per share.
Unibot Loses ~$650 000 in Hack
The token dropped by over 50%. Unibot is a popular Telegram bot that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies directly within the app.
Bitcoin Whitepaper Day: 15th Anniversary
15 years ago, on October 31, 2008, Satoshi Nakamoto released the Bitcoin Whitepaper. The anonymous creator of the first cryptocurrency initially shared the Bitcoin Whitepaper with the subscribers of his mailing list on metzdowd.com.
Email Phishing Attacks Surge by 1,265% Since ChatGPT Launch
According to cybersecurity firm SlashNext, generative AI tools like ChatGPT are now being exploited by threat actors to craft highly sophisticated and targeted phishing emails.
Biden Administration Introduces First-Ever AI Executive Order
White House Deputy Bruce Reed praised it as “the strongest set of actions any government in the world has ever taken on AI safety, security, and trust.”
The EOS Network Foundation is set to undergo significant changes
Yves La Rose, the CEO of the EOS Network Foundation, has announced that the company will soon undergo a major restructuring aimed at enhancing the efficiency of various business processes and reducing expenses.
Conquering a mountain thanks to Bitcoin? No problem!
A cryptocurrency enthusiast from Tanzania, who goes by the pseudonym Kweks, successfully climbed the tallest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro, covering all associated expenses solely through Bitcoin donations.
Snowtrace platform for Avalanche research is closing
The research platform Snowtrace has announced its closure and has requested users to download all necessary data before a complete shutdown on November 30, 2023.
Gensler Accuses SEC of Inconsistency
A video from the 2019 MIT Bitcoin Expo has resurfaced, showcasing Gary Gensler, who was not yet the head of the SEC at the time, criticizing the regulator’s actions as inconsistent.
KBank Acquires a Crypto Exchange
Thailand’s second-largest bank, Kasikorn, commonly known as KBank, has acquired a 97% stake in the parent company of the Satang crypto exchange, with the deal valued at $102.8 million.
Regulators unite to promote cryptocurrencies
Regulators from the financial markets of Singapore (MAS), Japan (FSA), Switzerland (FINMA), and the United Kingdom (FCA) have formed a partnership to promote the integration of digital assets across various financial sectors.
Animoca Brands Acquires Web3 Streaming Platform
The company behind the renowned blockchain game, The Sandbox, has acquired the majority stake in Web streaming platform Azarus. The exact deal amount remains undisclosed.
Goodbye Keyboard, Hello Pen?!
Scottish university professors are mulling over a return to old-school handwritten works due to the rise in students using AI.
Anthropic Draws Google’s Eye
Google is dedicating a significant $2 billion investment to Anthropic, a developer in the artificial intelligence sector, renowned for the Claude chatbot, and a formidable rival to OpenAI.
Betting on Bitcoin for Political Longevity
Nayib Bukele, fervent in his support for Bitcoin, is seeking re-election as El Salvador’s President.
LayerZero Under Fire: 9 Protocols Express Discontent
LayerZero is facing criticism for its recently introduced wstETH token from nine different DeFi protocols, including Connext, Across, Celer, ChainSafe, Sygma, LiFi, Socket, Router, and Hashi. They have serious reservations about the asset, classifying it as a vendor-locked proprietary standard.
Legal Battle Over $1.6B in GBTC Shares
Gemini is suing crypto lender Genesis to ascertain the rightful ownership of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) shares worth nearly $1.6 billion.
UN Forms Advisory Committee to Address AI Governance
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has announced the formation of a 39-member advisory committee. It’ll undertake analysis and advance recommendations for the international governance of AI.
Floki Targets Real-World Asset Tokenization
Floki, initially a meme coin, is venturing into the DeFi space with its new tokenization platform, TokenFi. The platform aims to tap into the burgeoning real-world asset (RWA) market, allowing users to tokenize assets like real estate and cars.
Chiliz Boosts Its Ecosystem
The Chiliz fan token project has introduced the Chiliz Chain ecosystem to further the SportFi trend. This move is aimed at assisting developers in creating sports-centric applications.
U.S. Authorities to Receive User Data from Kraken
Pursuant to a court order received in June, Kraken, the cryptocurrency exchange, will be disclosing user data to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the upcoming month.
Neo’s Latest Endeavor: Developing an EVM Sidechain
Founded in 2014, Neo is actively pursuing the creation of a sidechain to bolster compatibility with Ethereum-based dApps, ensuring seamless integration with its N3 network. Neo’s founder, Da Hongfei, shared this exciting update during an event in Hong Kong.
Ukraine’s Ministry on Blockchain’s Role in Fighting Corruption
Yulia Parkhomenko, the Head of the Digital Economy Department at the Ministry of Digital Transformation, underscores the transformative potential of blockchain technology in digitizing government services.
The Man Who Forgot $240M: A Bitcoin Tragedy for the Ages
This is perhaps the most iconic crypto loss story of all time. In 2011, Stefan Thomas received 7,002 BTC for making a video. Today, that stash is worth $240 million. But he forgot the password. An entire fortune locked away forever.
Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide
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.
