Hackers stole 500,000 ETH (about $1.4 billion) from Bybit using malware and laundered most of it through mixers, bridges, and decentralised platforms. Nearly 70% of the funds are still traceable, but a third has disappeared, with few signs of recovery so far.
AnaisA casual question on X about how politeness in AI interactions impacts electricity use revealed that OpenAI's politeness costs could run into tens of millions of dollars. Despite these costs, OpenAI remains focused on improving model efficiency and expects substantial revenue growth in the coming years.
AnaisPaul Atkins has been sworn in as the new Chair of the SEC, promising clearer rules for crypto and market oversight. He supports innovation and is expected to speed up decisions on crypto ETFs and regulations.
AnaisSouth Koreans are holding $73.4 billion in crypto, a significant increase driven by political shifts and growing market interest. The country’s crypto holdings surged after Trump’s election, with regulatory changes and stablecoin concerns shaping future developments.
WeatherlyUnicoin has refused to settle with the SEC and plans to fight fraud charges in court. The SEC claims the company broke securities laws, while Unicoin says the case is politically motivated.
AnaisThe US government says Google is using its AI assistant Gemini to keep control over online search and may need to sell Chrome or Android. A court hearing is underway, and the DOJ wants strong action to stop Google from blocking fair competition.
AnaisMeta is using AI in the US to detect teens who lie about their age and move them into safer Teen Accounts on Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. The system adds stronger privacy settings and now asks parents to help confirm their child’s age.
WeatherlyRipple’s xrpl.js package was hit by a supply chain attack, risking private key theft from DeFi wallets. The XRP Ledger is unaffected, and a secure update has been issued. While no major losses are reported, the breach highlights a rising threat: are hackers now targeting open-source blockchain tools?
CatherineTrump Media & Technology Group has teamed up with Crypto.com and Yorkville America Digital to launch “America-First” ETFs via Truth.Fi, pending SEC approval. The funds will feature US securities and digital assets, backed by up to $250 million in capital from Trump Media.
KikyoSolana launched the free Game Pass NFT, giving players early access to Web3 games and rewards for completing in-game quests. Over 30,000 Game Pass NFTs have been minted, with future seasons planned to add more features and progression rewards.
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