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TON Community Backs Telegram Founder Durov — Reaffirms Commitment to Decentralization
26.8.2024
The TON community has reaffirmed its commitment to freedom of speech and decentralization, showing strong support for Telegram founder Pavel Durov following his arrest in France. The community emphasized Durov’s dedication to an open internet and called for collective resilience among...
Ethereum Foundation Defends $96.9M Transfer Amidst Criticism
26.8.2024
On Aug. 23, 2024, the Ethereum Foundation made a significant transaction by transferring 35,000 ETH, valued at approximately $96.9 million based on current ether rates. The transaction sparked some criticism from the crypto community, with a few voices raising concerns about the foundation’s...
Ethereum and Blockchain to Be Included in High School Curricula in Argentina
25.8.2024
ETH Kipu Foundation, an organization focused on supporting and developing the Ethereum ecosystem in Latam, has partnered with the Ministry of Education of the City of Buenos Aires in Argentina to include Ethereum and blockchain as part of high school curricula. Additionally, these two institutions...
Sony Block Solutions Labs Introduces Soneium, an Ethereum L2 Project
25.8.2024
Sony Block Solutions Labs, an initiative by Sony Group, recently introduced Soneium, an Ethereum layer two (L2) blockchain. Designed to seamlessly connect Web3 and Web2, Soneium promises enhanced scalability, efficiency, and a developer-friendly environment. The project’s goal is to make...
Bitcoin’s Last Difficulty Drop Likely to Be Erased in 3 Days
25.8.2024
Bitcoin’s hashrate is on the rise once again, edging closer to the peak levels seen at the end of July. Despite a recent 4.19% dip in difficulty during the last retarget, current projections suggest that this drop might soon be history. On Aug. 28, the difficulty is expected to bounce back...
Avalanche Discord Compromised—Fake Token Scammers Strike Again
25.8.2024
Following the hack of the Polygon Discord server, Avalanche’s official X account (@avax) alerted the public that their Discord channel had also been breached. “SECURITY ALERT,” Avalanche announced. “The official Avalanche Discord has been compromised. Please do not interact with any accounts...
Polymarket Bets 10% on 2024 US Recession, Analyst Skeptical of Rate Cut’s Impact
25.8.2024
The prediction market Polymarket and CME’s Fedwatch tool suggest that a rate cut during the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting in September is highly likely. However, BCA Research’s chief asset allocation strategist, Garry Evans, argues that even if rates are lowered, it won’t stop...
Harris Backs Plan to Tax Unrealized Gains, Kiyosaki Says Prepare for Crash Landing, and More — Week in Review
25.8.2024
Vice President Kamala Harris supports President Biden’s proposal to increase taxes on unrealized gains for the wealthy. Financial author Robert Kiyosaki warns of an impending market crash, urging investments in gold, silver, and bitcoin for safety. Economist Peter Schiff calls for higher...
2 Vintage Bitcoin Wallets From 2011 Spring to Life, Moving $4.7 Million in BTC
25.8.2024
Over the past day, bitcoin has been hovering just under the $64,000 mark, while two wallets, which had been inactive for more than 13 years, suddenly moved 75 bitcoin worth $4.7 million. These transactions are particularly notable as they mark the only activity from 2011 this month, making them...
Wazirx Founder Denies Remaining Assets Are Gone, Warns About New Fake Account Trend
25.8.2024
Wazirx co-founder Nischal Shetty has addressed concerns about the remaining assets following the cyberattack, stating that misinformation has caused unnecessary fear by suggesting these assets are also gone. He emphasized that such claims are baseless and are made only to attract attention. He also...
Crypto Market Surges by $623B in 2024 as Bitcoin Climbs $20K Higher
25.8.2024
In just seven months—roughly 236 days—since the year began, the crypto economy has ballooned by a staggering $623 billion. The top crypto asset, bitcoin, has seen its market value soar by more than $20,000, while ethereum, the second-largest by market cap, has climbed over $470 during...
Elon Musk Supports Efforts to Free Telegram CEO Pavel Durov
25.8.2024
Following Telegram founder Pavel Durov’s arrest, Tesla CEO Elon Musk posted the hashtag #FreePavel on his social media platform X. The hashtags #FreePavel and #FreeDurov emerged as supporters protested Durov’s arrest and called for his release. Durov is known for his strong stance...
Colombian Data Protection Authority Formulates Charges Against Worldcoin
25.8.2024
The Colombian Industry and Commerce Superintendence (SIC), the personal data protection authority of the country, has formulated charges against Worldcoin, the biometric digital ID project, for violations of the personal data regime. The institution stated that the accusation focuses on determining...
Zuckerberg, Spotify Founder Advocate for Open-Source AI in Europe
25.8.2024
Mark Zuckerberg and Daniel Ek advocate for open-source AI in Europe. The two tech leaders believe that open-source AI can drive innovation and give Europe a competitive edge. However, they warn that fragmented regulations and uneven enforcement are hindering progress. They urge Europe to streamline...
‘World’s Coolest Dictator’ Bukele Promotes El Salvador as Free Speech Haven
25.8.2024
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele highlighted his country’s commitment to free speech and safety in a recent social media post, indirectly referencing the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France. Bukele emphasized that El Salvador guarantees freedom from arrest, censorship, and asset seizure...
Vitalik Buterin Raises Concerns Over Telegram CEO’s Arrest and Its Implications for Tech Freedom
25.8.2024
Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has voiced his concerns following the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France. Buterin criticized Telegram’s previous approach to encryption but expressed alarm over the arrest, suggesting it poses a threat to software and communication freedom in Europe....
DMM Group and Progmat Collaborate to Create a Regulated Stablecoin
25.8.2024
Digital asset platform Progmat and DMM, a Japanese entertainment giant, are collaborating to create a new stablecoin on the Progmat Coin platform. The stablecoin will be used within the Seamoon Protocol, a Web3 network for culture and entertainment. DMM Crypto, a subsidiary of DMM Group, expects...
AI Curiosity Explodes: South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya Embrace the Technology
25.8.2024
During the first half of 2024, Google Search trends revealed a significant rise in interest in artificial intelligence (AI) in South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya. Interest in AI grew by 150% in Kenya, 130% in Nigeria, and 120% in South Africa compared to the same period in 2023. Kenya ranked fourth...
Why 2024 Should Be Bitcoin’s Year to Step Away From Politics
25.8.2024
As the U.S. election season heats up, Bitcoin finds itself once again in the political crossfire. From Washington, D.C., to international capitals, this digital currency has become a talking point, with politicians on both sides of the aisle either championing it as a revolutionary financial tool...
Secrecy of Argentine Gold Bullion Transfers Abroad Sparks Lawmaker Criticism
25.8.2024
A series of gold bullion transfers abroad by the Argentine government has sparked a series of criticisms behind this action, bringing several lawmakers to question the secrecy of this matter. While experts state that this movement has to do with the efficient utilization of these resources,...