Domestic Futures Mostly Rise at Close, With Pure Benzene and Low-Sulfur Fuel Oil Up Over 2%

Tether Is Expanding Into AI Filmmaking and They’re Hiring Now

Tether is expanding into AI filmmaking, hiring experts and planning to grow its team to 200 by mid-2025. The company is also investing in AI and cloud computing to enhance scalability and technology.

Welsh Man Loses Final Legal Battle to Recover Over $750 Million in Bitcoin Dumped in Landfill, Plans to Start Own Crypto

A UK court denied James Howells' bid to recover a hard drive with 8,000 Bitcoin buried in a Newport landfill, citing high excavation costs and environmental concerns. Mined in 2009, the lost Bitcoin is now worth over $750 million.

El Salvador Eyes Opportunity to Buy Seized Silk Road Bitcoins at Discounted Rate

El Salvador continues to buy Bitcoin, including a recent purchase of 11 BTC, increasing its total holdings to over 6,000 BTC. President Bukele has also expressed interest in acquiring Bitcoin seized by the U.S. government, further solidifying the country’s commitment to cryptocurrency.

Bitget Wallet: The Ideal Choice to Manage Your NFT Collection

Vietnam Takes on Urban Congestion with AI Traffic Solutions That Could Be the Key to Solving Global City Congestion

Ho Chi Minh City is using AI to control traffic lights at key intersections to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. The city is also testing Digital Twin technology to monitor real-time conditions and plans to expand these systems to more areas.

Polymarket in Hot Water: Singapore Bars Access for Unlicensed Gambling Concerns as US and France Crack Down

Singapore has blocked Polymarket, labelling it an unlicensed gambling platform under its strict betting laws. The platform also faces regulatory scrutiny in the US and France, putting its global future in question.

Mango Markets Meets its Demise, to End Operations Following SEC Settlement, DAO Conflicts, and Cyber Attacks

Mango Markets, a Solana-based DEX, is shutting down after an SEC settlement, governance disputes, and legal issues from a 2022 exploit. Users are urged to close positions as the platform winds down to preserve remaining assets.

JPMorgan CEO Calls Bitcoin 'Useless' and Says It's 'Used Heavily by Sex Traffickers, Money Launderers, Ransomware'

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan, reiterated his skepticism about Bitcoin, calling it "useless" and without intrinsic value, while highlighting its use in illegal activities. Despite Bitcoin's rise in popularity, Dimon remains unconvinced of its legitimacy and long-term value in the financial landscape.

Litecoin Wins Fight Against Hacker, Reclaims Control of Compromised Account Promoting Fake SOL Token—Will Cyber Attacks Intensify in 2025?

Litecoin’s X account was hacked to promote a fake Solana-based token using the LTC ticker, following a similar attack on Foresight Ventures. Hackers are increasingly using phishing emails disguised as X communications to steal user credentials. Will cyber attacks escalate in 2025?

Indian Man Arrested for $11 Million Crypto Scam Using WhatsApp, Authorities Still Searching for Funds

A 47-year-old man, Kurrimela Ramesh Goud, was arrested in India for defrauding investors of over Rs. 95 crores ($11 million) through a fake cryptocurrency platform. Authorities are investigating the large-scale scam and expect more victims to come forward.