Norwegian authorities have charged four individuals in a global crypto fraud scheme, accused of diverting investor funds—initially promised for gas, mining, and real estate—into a law firm’s accounts.
KikyoMira Murati, former OpenAI CTO, has launched Thinking Machines Lab, an AI startup focused on ethical AI and open research. The company has recruited top talent from OpenAI, Meta, and Mistral and is now seeking funding to expand its work.
WeatherlyCrypto wallets are set to become the primary tool for managing crypto assets, with former Binance CEO CZ suggesting that exchanges should cater to professional traders, leaving wallets as the main interface for everyday users.
CatherineBullish has secured a crypto trading license in Hong Kong, joining nine other licensed platforms. The company plans to focus on serving institutional clients and expand its presence globally, while Hong Kong continues to strengthen its role as a leading digital asset hub.
AnaisGoogle is working to simplify Bitcoin transactions by integrating wallet logins with Google accounts, aiming to make Bitcoin as easy to use as Gmail. However, the move has sparked concerns about centralization and security risks within the crypto community.
WeatherlyNigeria is suing Binance for $81.5 billion over economic losses and tax evasion. As regulatory pressure mounts, crypto platforms are exiting the market. With mounting legal battles, is there any relief in sight for Binance?
CatherineNew findings reveal how a controversial crypto trader discovered President Trump’s meme coin just hours before its announcement. While denying insider tips, he claims to have spotted key on-chain signals. Was it sharp intuition, or is there more behind his multimillion-dollar gain?
KikyoThe SEC is reviewing proposals to allow staking in Ethereum ETFs and has also acknowledged filings for XRP ETFs, opening a public comment period. Institutional interest in Ethereum is growing, and changing regulations under the Trump administration may increase the chances of ETF approvals.
WeatherlyMicrosoft's Muse, a generative AI model for creating gameplay visuals and controller actions, could transform content creation and bring classic Xbox games to modern hardware. Is it the next step in content evolution?
CatherineBrazil's Braza Group is launching a stablecoin pegged to the Brazilian Real on the XRP Ledger to improve cross-border payments. This launch, expected in early 2025, is part of Brazil’s broader push to adopt blockchain and digital assets, including the approval of the first XRP ETF.
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