According to Cointelegraph, RedStone, a blockchain oracle provider, has announced the integration of its price feed solutions into The Open Network (TON) blockchain. This integration will allow developers and projects on TON to access real-time and accurate asset prices, which is crucial for executing complex financial protocols. In a Q&A with Cointelegraph, Marcin Kazmierczak, the chief operating officer at RedStone, highlighted that this would be the first oracle integration on TON. He noted that the integration presents unique technical challenges compared to Ethereum-based systems due to the design of the TON blockchain. Kazmierczak explained that as the first oracle on TON, there were no examples to follow, making the process truly innovative. The technical integration with TON is more challenging than with EVM due to its dedicated sharding mechanism. Unlike other blockchains, TON relies on a technically complex message transmission system rather than smart contracts, requiring particular attention to security measures. Kazmierczak also discussed the broader implications of the oracle integration for TON’s ecosystem, emphasizing the potential for further expansion of decentralized finance (DeFi) on the network. He stated that incorporating Oracle price feeds and real-time data on TON would support its rich GameFi and social ecosystem. The opportunity to mix these areas with DeFi applications could have a multiplying effect. Looking ahead, Kazmierczak mentioned that RedStone is considering additional sectors, including the liquid staking and restaking oracle sector. On July 3, RedStone completed a $15 million Series A funding round to expand its Oracle products, exemplified by becoming the first oracle integrated with the TON blockchain. The funding round was led by Arrington Capital, with participation from other investment firms such as Spartan, SevenX, and IOSG Ventures. Michael Arrington, the founder of Arrington Capital, explained that the firm’s decision to invest in RedStone was based on the oracle provider’s ability to advance Web3 infrastructure.

According to Cointelegraph, Puma, the global sports brand, has entered into a partnership with Web3 mobile game UNKJD Soccer to incorporate Puma-licensed content within the game. This collaboration aims to enhance player experiences and promote the adoption of Web3 technology. Tal Friedman, CEO of UNKJD, emphasized that Puma's involvement brings significant credibility and visibility to the blockchain space, potentially accelerating its mainstream acceptance. The partnership will introduce new Puma-based characters with unique skins and game-changing skills. This development follows Puma's recent launch of its 3D metaverse experience, Black Station, designed to offer exclusive access to Puma Pass non-fungible token (NFT) holders. Ivan Dashkov, director of emerging marketing tech at Puma, stated that integrating with Web3 gaming environments is a priority for the company. He highlighted that gaming is a key part of Puma's culture, and the partnership with UNKJD Soccer aligns with their interests in both gaming and soccer. UNKJD blends street soccer with fantasy gameplay and strategic RPG elements, appealing to both casual and competitive gamers. The first Puma-related content is set to release soon. Friedman noted that Puma's partnership with UNKJD could be a pivotal moment for mainstream crypto adoption and play-to-earn gaming. He believes that major brands like Puma recognize the significance of Web3 technology and its current relevance. UNKJD has already onboarded 75,000 players during its soft launch, with a full release expected in early 2025. This collaboration showcases the growing momentum within the Web3 gaming space.

공식 소식통에 따르면, 월드코인은 월드 앱에서 새로운 얼굴 인식 기능인 페이스 인증을 테스트 중이며, 일부 지역에서 먼저 시범 운영될 예정입니다. 월드코인 앱의 얼굴 인식 기능은 "오브에서 월드 ID를 인증한 사람만 월드 앱에 액세스할 수 있도록 하는 비공개 1:1 얼굴 매칭"이라고 합니다. 월드코인 앱의 안면 인식 기능은 "오브에서 월드 ID를 인증한 사람만 월드 앱에 액세스할 수 있도록 하는 비공개 1:1 얼굴 매칭"으로, 온라인 구매, 금융 거래 및 앱 보안 로그인 시 월드 ID를 통해 더 높은 수준의 보안을 제공한다고 합니다.

According to Odaily, Privado ID, formerly known as Polygon ID, has announced a strategic merger with Disco. The merger aims to achieve 'multi-chain verifiable data and reputation management.' The teams involved believe this merger will drive the unification across Web2 and Web3 ecosystems, as well as the development and adoption of digital identity infrastructure. Additionally, the merger will support the availability of Privado ID on various blockchains, including Optimism, Arbitrum, and Base.

According to Odaily, Paul, the Chief Investment Strategist at BlackRock Investment Institute in the UK, stated in a report that the Bank of England might implement more significant interest rate cuts in the coming years compared to the Federal Reserve due to the weak economic growth outlook in the UK. Structural challenges such as low productivity are putting pressure on the UK economy. He noted that the future growth prospects for the UK are not optimistic. Compared to government bonds from other developed markets, there is a long-term strategic preference for UK government bonds.

According to CoinDesk, Cathedra Bitcoin, a publicly traded company on the TSX Venture Exchange in Canada, has strategically shifted its focus from bitcoin mining to developing and operating data centers. This move comes in response to the increasing challenges faced by the mining industry due to the bitcoin halving and low mining revenue. The Hashrate index, which tracks bitcoin mining revenue, is currently at a relatively low 43 PH/s, with an all-time low of 36 PH/s, causing many public miners to struggle in 2024. Cathedra Bitcoin aims to maximize bitcoin holdings per share by moving away from mining to create a more sustainable cash flow. This pivot allows the company to continuously acquire more bitcoin, focusing on long-term growth in bitcoin holdings rather than costly operational ventures. The company stated, "Going forward, we will make all capital allocation decisions with the intention of maximizing our shareholders’ per-share bitcoin holdings." Metaplanet, led by CEO Simon Gerovich, is also prioritizing growth in its bitcoin holdings. Similar to Cathedra, Metaplanet focuses on boosting its bitcoin holdings each month, a strategy that has led to significant gains. Year-to-date, Metaplanet's stock value has increased by 587%, reflecting the market's positive response to its strategic approach. Bitcoin has emerged as a significant treasury asset for public companies, a trend catalyzed by MicroStrategy's decision to incorporate bitcoin into its corporate treasury in August 2020. This move resulted in an over 800% increase in MicroStrategy's stock value. According to BitcoinTreasuries.net, public companies hold approximately 354,316 BTC, about 1.69% of the total bitcoin supply of 21 million. This trend has inspired several other companies to adopt bitcoin to diversify and protect themselves from inflationary pressures. MicroStrategy remains a pioneer and the most significant participant in the bitcoin treasury space. Under Michael Saylor's leadership, the company continues to innovate and expand bitcoin adoption. On Sept. 18, it announced the pricing of an $875 million convertible senior notes offering, upsized from an initial $700 million. The notes carry a 0.625% interest rate and mature in 2028. The proceeds will be used to redeem $500 million in high-interest 6.125% senior secured notes at a redemption price of 103.063% of the principal amount, reducing the company's interest payments. The remaining funds will be used to buy more bitcoin. The offering also includes an option for initial purchasers to buy up to an additional $135 million in notes. In a recent 8-K filing, MicroStrategy introduced an innovative concept called "bitcoin yield," which measures the percentage change in the company's bitcoin holdings relative to its assumed diluted shares outstanding, including both Class A and Class B shares. From January 1 to Sept.12, the company's bitcoin yield was 17%, with a quarter-to-date yield of 4.4%. According to the MSTR-tracker, the bitcoin per share ratio is currently about 0.0012, suggesting that long-term shareholders are experiencing accretive value in their bitcoin holdings.

프리바도 ID(구 폴리곤 ID)는 "멀티체인 검증 가능한 데이터 및 평판 관리"를 가능하게 하기 위해 디스코와의 전략적 합병을 발표했으며, 이는 웹2.0 및 웹3.0 생태계 전반에 걸쳐 통합된 디지털 신원 인프라의 개발과 채택을 촉진할 것이며, 다음과 같은 역할을 할 것이라고 말했습니다. 옵티미즘, 아비트럼, 베이스 및 기타 블록체인에서 프라이바도 ID의 가용성을 지원합니다. (코인데스크)

Marinade Finance kickstarted Breakpoint proceedings in Singapore, with experts offering profound insights into Solana’s staking landscape. source: https://solanafloor.com/news/tolys-competitive-vision-solana-pros-cons-mev-institutional-staking-missed-marinade-stakepoint

블랙록 투자 연구소의 영국 수석 투자 전략가 폴은 보고서에서 영국 경제의 약한 성장 전망으로 인해 영란은행이 향후 몇 년 동안 연방준비제도보다 더 많은 금리를 인하할 가능성이 높다고 말했습니다. 그는 낮은 생산성과 같은 구조적 문제가 영국에 압력을 가하고 있으며 영국의 미래 성장 전망은 우호적이지 않다고 말했습니다. 우리는 다른 선진국 국채에 비해 영국 국채를 장기적으로 전략적으로 선호합니다. (골든텐)

The Federal Reserve’s decision to lower interest rates by 50 basis points has fueled a strong rally in the crypto market. Fed Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the move aims to restore price stability without spiking unemployment, though he avoided committing to future cuts, stating that decisions will depend on the economy’s performance. Following the … source: https://coinpedia.org/news/feds-rate-cut-sparks-crypto-rally-bitcoin-and-altcoins-soar/

한 트레이더는 트론 불(BULL)로 사흘 만에 1,200달러를 천만 달러로 만들었지만, 곧 가치가 60%나 하락하여 430만 달러만 남게 되었습니다. 이러한 극적인 상승과 하락은 밈 코인의 변동성이 얼마나 큰지 보여주는 사례로, 트론 기반 토큰인 BULL, SUNDOG, SUNCAT은 가격 변동과 가치 하락을 반복하고 있습니다.