Ethereum community adopts ERC-3643 as standard for compliant asset tokenization
The ERC-3643 Ethereum Improvement Proposal reached its final stage, emerging as a recognized standard for tokenizing real-world assets.
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Microsoft Bing AI chatbot gives misleading election info, data
A recent study from two European nonprofits revealed that Microsoft’s Bing AI chatbot, now rebranded as Copilot, gives misleading or inaccurate information about election information.
Want to work in crypto? University programs can give job seekers a leg up
There is a skills gap in the blockchain industry, and universities worldwide have created programs to help produce the next generation of blockchain professionals.
Iris Energy to double hash rate in 2024 with $22M Bitmain T21 mining rig order
Iris Energy will receive mining hardware orders from Bitmain in the first six months of 2024, taking its operational mining capacity above 10 EH/s.
$100K BTC? Don’t undervalue Bitcoin ETF influence, says Adam Back
Resolving recent systemic failures in the cryptocurrency ecosystem and the prospect of spot Bitcoin ETF approvals could drive Bitcoin to $100,000 in 2024.
Bitcoin ecosystem reinvigorated by memecoins, new protocols
Bitcoin miners’ revenue has reached all-time highs in part due to increased on-chain fees.
First Trust files for Bitcoin ‘Buffer ETF’ with SEC
Asset manager First Trust has filed for a Bitcoin buffer ETF with the SEC, intending to help investors mitigate risk by targeting downside protection.
OpenAI announces second round of AI startup fund
OpenAI said the startup fund initiative is an effort to do its part to help push the boundaries of applied AI in essential domains.
AI-generated news anchors to present personalized reports on Channel 1 AI in 2024
A new AI-generated newsroom plans to launch its programming in early 2024, with AI-generated news anchors delivering AI-generated personalized news — what could possibly go wrong?
What are stealth addresses, and how do they work?
Stealth addresses in cryptocurrencies act like secret codes for transactions, providing enhanced privacy by generating unique addresses for each payment.
Crypto under greater focus in 99% of companies: Paxos survey
Fifty-six percent of survey respondents said that the complexity of implementation is the largest hurdle to launching a crypto solution.
US dollar hits 4-month low as Bitcoin trader predicts 10% drop to come
Bitcoin stands to enjoy further relief if its standard relationship to DXY weakness holds firm, as the dollar shrinks on Fed "pivot" bets.
Ripple issues white paper on CBDCs, reiterates belief in their potential
The white paper states that CBDCs help expand financial inclusion, streamlining cross-border payments and reinforcing monetary policy control.
Brazil signs its overseas crypto tax bill into law
Under the new taxes, Brazilian citizens will pay the state up to 15% of their crypto profits.
US financial regulators’ annual report warns of AI risks
According to the report, specific AI tools are highly technical and complex, posing challenges for institutions to explain or monitor them effectively.
Korean crypto firm raises $140M, China’s $1.4T AI sector, Huobi battle: Asia Express
Korean crypto firm pulls off the biggest raise in Asia this year, AI market in China is now worth $1.4T, and Huobi trademark court battle.
Solana phone sales skyrocket as degens scramble for pumped-up BONK
At current prices, the free BONK airdrop for Saga owners stands at $877, making it — at least temporarily — a “phone that pays for itself.”
Even the Pope has something to say about artificial intelligence
The explosion of artificial intelligence this year hasn’t escaped the Vatican, with Pope Francis warning of its dangers in a hefty 3,400-word letter ahead of the World Day of Peace on Jan. 1.
Gensler hints Grayscale ruling forced SEC to take ‘new look’ at Bitcoin ETFs
The SEC chair could be softening his stance on Bitcoin ETFs following the Grayscale court victory, but if so, he hasn’t admitted it outright.
SafeMoon falls 31% in five hours after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy
The Safemoon token nosedived following the firm filing for bankruptcy but has regained slightly since.
a16z reveals lobbying plan: Throw money at tech-forward politicians
Ben Horowitz, one of the firm’s founders, has pledged to support any politician that helps push crypto and AI technology forward.
Web3 firm sees future where gamers rent out their in-game assets for crypto
Polemos co-founder Richard McLaren believes the future of blockchain gaming will involve gamers and developers renting out their in-game NFTs for profit.
How the Ledger Connect hacker tricked users into making malicious approvals
According to Cyvers, the attacker caused malicious code to be inserted into multiple app user interfaces, allowing the exploiter to fool users into confirming transactions.
Don't get excited about Fed 'dovishness' — another rate hike is in the cards
Contrary to Jerome Powell's intimations, inflation is likely to rise in the months ahead. If the Fed does not hike rates in 2024, the problem will get worse.
Is OpenAI about to drop a new ChatGPT upgrade? Doubts over GPT-4.5 ‘leak’
A screenshot circulating on Reddit and X suggests that OpenAI could be releasing its latest large language model GPT4.5 soon. But many believe the screenshot is fake.
US energy NGO warns of overwhelming demand as ERCOT considers crypto proposals
Government policy and challenges getting projects online complicate energy policy and may have grave consequences.
Majority of UK MPs ‘lack crypto knowledge,' says industry association
According to CryptoUK, MPs Andrew Griffith and Lisa Cameron were among the top crypto proponents in the U.K. government.
Ledger CEO explains hack, calls it ‘isolated incident’
CEO and Chairman Pascal Gauthier says the company is working with law enforcement to "find this bad actor, bring them to justice."
J1mmy.eth once minted 420 Bored Apes… and had NFTs worth $150M: NFT Creator
NFT collector J1mmy.eth trades like Warren Buffett, his collection peaked at $150 million, and he once minted 420 Bored Apes with Pranksy.
Security engineer pleads guilty to Nirvana Finance exploit and one other hack
Shakeeb Ahmed was arrested for hacking an unspecified DEX, then admitted to Nirvava Finance hack too.