Onchain Lens의 모니터링에 따르면, 테더(Tether)는 비트파이넥스(Bitfinex)에서 951.35 BTC(7,047만 달러 상당)를 매입했습니다. 현재 테더는 97,204 BTC(72.8억 달러 상당)를 보유하고 있습니다.

Global cybercrime losses have surged to a historic high of $20.8 billion. According to PANews, investment scams and cryptocurrency-related crimes are the most prevalent contributors to this alarming figure. The rise in these types of crimes highlights the growing challenges in combating cyber threats worldwide.

On April 16, two wallet addresses transferred a total of 1.366 million HYPE tokens from HyperEVM to HyperCore, according to BlockBeats. The tokens, valued at approximately $62 million, were fully staked on the USDT0 x Luganodes validation node.

PANews posted on X (formerly Twitter) about the upgrade of its Agents Toolkit, introducing new features including the Polymarket smart money leaderboard. The updated version now covers 16 core usage scenarios and includes 18 CLI commands, expanding its capabilities beyond news retrieval to encompass prediction markets, industry events, and community topics. Key highlights of the upgrade include the Polymarket smart money leaderboard, event and calendar integration, full platform native support, and multilingual output.

Circle has identified a significant opportunity in developing a stablecoin pegged to the Chinese yuan. According to NS3.AI, the company believes that a yuan-based stablecoin could cater to the growing demand for digital currencies in the Chinese market. This move aligns with Circle's strategy to expand its presence in the global cryptocurrency landscape by tapping into the potential of the world's second-largest economy. The introduction of a yuan-backed stablecoin could facilitate cross-border transactions and enhance financial inclusion in the region.

Brevis co-founder and CEO Michael will attend the 'Crypto 2026: From Cryptocurrency to Smart Economy' forum in Hong Kong on April 19. According to ChainCatcher, the event is organized by ChainCatcher and RootData as part of the Hong Kong Web3 Carnival. Brevis is a Web3 platform focused on zero-knowledge verifiable computing, enabling applications to perform complex computations off-chain while providing reliable proofs on-chain. Its core components include Pico zkVM, ZK data coprocessor, real-time block proof Pico Prism, and decentralized proof market ProverNet, which have generated billions of proofs for over 40 protocols across six major blockchains. The forum will explore the integration of AI technology with crypto networks, discussing topics such as AI Agent economy, smart payments, RWA, and crypto infrastructure. It aims to provide insights into the current state of the industry and offer forward-thinking perspectives on the future of smart economic systems.

OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with South Korea's Samsung to acquire HBM4 memory, a move aimed at advancing its Titan chip strategy. According to Jin10, this collaboration could enhance OpenAI's capabilities in developing more efficient and powerful AI technologies. The partnership with Samsung, a leader in memory technology, is expected to provide OpenAI with the necessary resources to support its ambitious plans for the Titan chip. This development highlights the growing importance of high-performance memory in the AI industry, as companies seek to optimize their hardware for advanced AI applications.

TotalEnergies is anticipating a robust performance in the first quarter, driven by a surge in energy prices. Bloomberg posted on X that the company expects these gains to counterbalance the adverse effects of the ongoing conflict in Iran. The rise in energy prices has provided a significant boost to TotalEnergies' financial outlook, despite the geopolitical tensions impacting the region. The company remains optimistic about its ability to navigate these challenges and maintain its growth trajectory.

시가총액이 99%나 급감한 한 친환경 신발 기업이 ‘AI’라는 두 글자 덕분에 주가가 하루 만에 582%나 급등했다.

The Cato Institute, a prominent U.S. think tank, has called for the elimination of capital gains taxes on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to foster greater currency competition. According to Cointelegraph, Nicholas Anthony, a policy scholar and research fellow at the Cato Institute, highlighted in a recent report that capital gains tax (CGT) discourages the use of alternative currencies like Bitcoin (BTC) by incentivizing long-term holding and imposing additional reporting burdens. Anthony proposed that the most straightforward solution would be to abolish capital gains taxes entirely. Alternatively, he suggested removing them specifically for crypto and foreign currency transactions to allow market forces to determine the most effective currency. He noted the challenges faced by Bitcoin users during tax season, emphasizing that while using Bitcoin as money has become easier, the tax code imposes significant burdens on law-abiding citizens. Simple transactions, such as buying a daily cup of coffee with Bitcoin, can result in extensive tax filings. The Cato Institute, known for its influence on public policy through research and reports, has previously advocated for cryptocurrency before lawmakers. Anthony illustrated the complexity of current tax regulations by comparing every Bitcoin transaction to filling out a tax form, noting that spending Bitcoin can lead to extensive tax documentation. He argued that removing CGT for purchases of goods or services could be a viable solution, though it might create compliance challenges if individuals are required to prove transactions. He also mentioned the possibility of a de minimis tax, where CGT is not triggered unless a specific threshold is met. Anthony emphasized the need for Congress to simplify the tax code, allowing average Americans to fulfill their obligations with ease. Simplifying the tax process would alleviate stress during tax season and contribute to a more competitive economy. A 2025 survey by the National Cryptocurrency Association revealed that 39% of U.S. crypto holders have used cryptocurrencies to purchase goods and services. Additionally, Springer Nature, an academic publishing company, identified approximately 11,000 merchants worldwide that currently accept Bitcoin as payment, according to BTC Map data.

Onchain Lens의 모니터링에 따르면, 한 고래 투자자가 Aave V3에 3,500 ETH(826만 달러 상당)를 예치하고 800만 USDC를 대출받은 뒤, 2,363달러에 3,386 ETH를 매수하여 이를 다시 Aave V3에 예치했다. 현재 이 고래는 6,886 ETH(1,622만 달러 상당)를 보유하고 있다.

엘리자베스 워런은 빅테크 기업의 암호화폐 금융 상품에 대한 최초의 직접적인 정치적 도전 중 하나를 시작했으며, 이달 말 출시가 예상되는 일론 머스크의 ‘X 머니’에 의문을 제기했다.

화웨이는 카메라 화면에 윤곽선을 표시해 사용자에게 사진 촬영 시 포즈를 취하는 방법을 안내하는 AI 기능을 탑재한 ‘Pura 90’ 시리즈를 공개했습니다.

“입력은 전자 부품, 출력은 토큰, 그 중간에는 엔비디아가 있다.” 황 인슝은 엔비디아에 대한 이 간결한 정의를 처음으로 제시하며, 이를 핵심으로 삼아 회사의 공급망 경쟁 우위, TPU 경쟁에 대한 무관심, 그리고 자체 클라우드 서비스를 제공하지 않겠다는 철학을 설명했다.

Arthur Hayes, Arthur Hayes: 제국, 해협, 그리고 화폐 발행기 – 비트코인의 세 가지 운명 시나리오, 골든파이낸스, 호르무즈 해협의 세 가지 시나리오가 비트코인 가격에 미치는 영향

덴마크의 암호화폐 보급률은 여전히 유럽에서 가장 낮은 수준에 머물러 있으며, 디지털 자산을 보유한 시민은 전체의 4%에 불과해, 보급률이 10%를 넘는 경우가 많은 인근 국가들에 비해 훨씬 뒤처져 있다.

컴퓨팅 파워 기반 토큰은 AI 시대의 가치 체계를 재편하고 있지만, 그 투명성과 가치는 여전히 불투명하다. AI 업계는 여전히 결과에 진정한 가치를 매길 수 있는 기준점을 찾고 있다.

구글은 macOS용 네이티브 제미니 앱을 출시하여, 맥 사용자들이 키보드 단축키를 통해 데스크톱에서 바로 AI 비서를 이용할 수 있게 했습니다. 이 앱을 통해 사용자는 화면에 표시된 내용을 분석하고, 파일을 관리하며, 앱을 전환하지 않고도 제미니를 사용할 수 있어, 일상적인 업무 흐름의 일부로 자리 잡을 수 있도록 설계되었습니다.

어떤 기업이든, 과거에 어떤 모습이었던지 상관없이 AI 기업으로 재정의될 수 있다. 이야기만 충분히 매력적이라면 자본은 기꺼이 투자할 것이다.

양자 컴퓨팅 분야의 이론적 돌파구가 예상보다 빠른 속도로 이루어지고 있다는 점은 분명한 사실입니다. 하지만 ‘이론적 돌파구의 가속화’가 곧 ‘공격 도구의 완성’을 의미하는 것은 아닙니다. 양자 컴퓨팅은 여전히 물리, 공학, 비용이라는 세 가지 측면에서 근본적인 과제에 직면해 있습니다.