In Thailand, armed robbers forced a Ukrainian man to transfer $250,000 in USDT under threat. They restrained him and warned against reporting the crime before fleeing. Thai police soon arrested four suspects, including a regular USDT buyer from the victim.
KikyoHuangzhou-based Nano Labs saw a slight share price increase after announcing it will accept Bitcoin as payment for its products and services.
CatherineApple Studios and A24 are reportedly adapting Michael Lewis's book on Sam Bankman-Fried’s rise and fall, with Lena Dunham as screenwriter. As studios race to capture his scandal, the film highlights the intrigue and volatility of crypto. Will this be the ex-FTX CEO’s lasting legacy?
CatherineCanary Capital has applied to the SEC for a Hedera ETF, following its recent Litecoin ETF push. The announcement briefly boosted HBAR prices before they stabilised. Could a HBAR ETF be on the horizon?
KikyoWorld has launched its digital ID service in Brazil to help combat online identity fraud using biometric scans. With over 16 million users globally, the service aims to distinguish real people from bots amid rising AI threats.
WeatherlyWith Trump’s election victory and the launch of Super Doginals, a free Doge-themed beat-’em-up game on the Doginals protocol, Dogecoin has surged over 10%. The game offers a fun escape amid crypto market volatility and celebrates the Dogecoin community's enthusiasm.
CatherineYoutube's new feature allows creators to use AI to remix songs, offering fresh takes with popular artists' voices. This tool, still in testing, highlights the growing role of AI in music and ensures proper attribution to original creators.
AnaisMeta has reduced the prices of its ad-free subscriptions for Facebook and Instagram in the EU by up to 40%, following regulatory pressure. It has also introduced a new "less personalised" ad option for users who prefer to access the platforms for free.
AnaisPresident-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Strive co-founder Vivek Ramaswamy will lead the newly created D.O.G.E, focused on reducing bureaucracy, cutting costs, and streamlining government operations.
KikyoBinance Founder CZ playfully mocks “Bitcoin is Dead” critics as Bitcoin hits a new all-time high, underscoring the cryptocurrency’s resilience and defying those who doubted its longevity.
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