Elon Musk’s XChat app offers encrypted chats, vanishing messages, and cross-platform calls without a phone number. Built in Rust with Bitcoin-grade encryption, it prioritises privacy—but experts warn quantum computing could soon undermine its security.
KikyoWorld Vision Korea became the first organisation in South Korea to legally sell cryptocurrency after new rules took effect on 1 June. The NGO sold Ethereum donated by users on Upbit, marking the start of legal crypto trading for nonprofits and other approved groups.
WeatherlyJob candidates now interview with AI “recruiters” that ask follow-up questions, evaluate skills, and give feedback to hiring managers. Startups like Apriora, HeyMilo AI, and Ribbon report fast adoption of their real-time AI video interview platforms, transforming hiring processes.
CatherineFrench police have charged 25 young people over a series of attempted kidnappings targeting crypto executives and their families. Several attacks were linked, with suspects aiming to steal wallet details through threats and violence.
AnaisSouth Korea’s top presidential candidates back crypto innovation, even as the country tightens regulations on exchanges. Officials are also weighing a state-backed stablecoin, signalling deeper government involvement in digital finance.
KikyoThe SEC raised legal concerns about new Ethereum and Solana ETFs that include staking rewards, saying they may not qualify under current investment rules. REX and Osprey must address these issues before the funds can launch.
AnaisMajor music labels are negotiating with AI startups like Suno and Udio to set terms for revenue sharing and artist compensation when music is used to train or generate AI content. The goal: protect their catalogs while ensuring AI supports, not exploits, creators.
CatherineTaiwanese and US authorities are seizing millions in digital assets and properties linked to a man running a $100 million dark web drug market. His sentencing has been postponed as he cooperates with prosecutors by providing key information.
AnaisMetaplanet has bought another 1,088 bitcoin, bringing its total to 8,888 BTC as it moves closer to its 10,000 BTC goal. The company’s shares jumped nearly 10% after the news, and it continues funding purchases through zero-interest bonds.
WeatherlyTether has launched its gold-backed stablecoin, XAUt0, on the TON blockchain. Using the Omnichain standard, it enables cross-chain transfers and aims to compete with traditional gold investments and other tokenised gold assets—bridging physical assets with DeFi.
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