Starbucks is shutting down its NFT program, with CEO Steve Kaczynski optimistic about the future of loyalty and NFT programs as the company plans its next digital strategy. Starbucks, the global coffee chain, has announced the end of its non-fungible token (NFT) beta program as it recalibrates its approach to digital loyalty incentives. The head … Read more
Optimism is rolling out major updates to Fault Proofs affecting withdrawal processes for OP Mainnet and OP Sepolia bridges and exchanges. Optimism (OP), a leading Tier 2 scaling solution for Ethereum, is set to implement significant changes to its error proofing system that will directly affect bridges, centralized exchanges, and custom solutions that handle withdrawals. … Read more
Binance announces the listing of BOOK OF MEME (BOME) on its spot trading platform and the launch of BOME perpetual contracts with up to 50x leverage. Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, has just announced the introduction of BOOK OF MEME (BOME) to its extensive list of tradable digital assets. The exchange will also launch … Read more
Lido Finance community members have voted on a major governance proposal, shaping the future direction of the betting platform. The Lido Finance community recently exercised its governance powers by voting on a proposal that could significantly impact the operational and strategic trajectory of the platform. As a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO), Lido allows token holders … Read more
Decima Fund, a dedicated Web3 venture fund, announces the successful closing of approximately ¥4.5 billion in capital to support the global expansion of Japanese Web3 ventures. In a boost to Japan’s emerging Web3 industry, Decima GP Limited has announced the successful closing of a financing round, raising approximately ¥4.5 billion for Decima Fund, LP. The … Read more
Coinbase Prime’s BLUR integration shows significant token transfers with over $22 million moved, reflecting market expectations and strategic liquidity management. There has been considerable activity in the development of the Ethereum-based BLUR token prior to its listing on the institutional trading platform, Coinbase Prime. Reports show that approximately 33.41 million BLUR tokens, valued at $22.49 … Read more
Michael Novogratz predicts that Bitcoin’s stability above $50K-$55K depends on US spot ETF flows, warning investors to prepare for potential corrections. The cryptocurrency ecosystem often looks to its leaders for input on the future trajectory of the market. Michael Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital, recently weighed in on bitcoin price dynamics, offering an outlook that … Read more
Animoca Brands joins Blockpass in a strategic partnership to strengthen Web3 security to set new standards in user verification and regulatory compliance. Animoca Brands has announced a strategic partnership with Blockpass, a pioneer in compliant identity verification. This collaboration aims to improve the safety and regulatory compliance of the emerging Web3 and metaverse ecosystems by … Read more
Mantle Network has completed its Mainnet v2 Tectonic upgrade, delivering low gas fees and improved EVM interoperability. Mantle Network, a player in the layer 2 technology space has officially completed the transition to its Mainnet v2 Tectonic upgrade, a move that ushers in a new era of cost-effective and interoperable blockchain transactions. With this upgrade, … Read more
Zhu Songchun, a key figure in AGI research, emphasizes the importance of human “hearts” in AI and the centrality of talent in global technological competition. In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) will permeate every aspect of our society, the pursuit of artificial general intelligence (AGI) has become a global race, with China positioned as … Read more