Amidst his election victory and staff appointments, President-elect Trump is capitalising on the Dogecoin trend by selling DOGE merchandise. This move highlights his continued business instincts, even in politics, as Dogecoin enjoys a steady rally.
KikyoCoinbase Wallet’s upcoming “tap-to-pay” feature aims to rival quick-pay apps like Venmo and Cash App, with a goal to reach 50 countries by 2025. Additionally, Coinbase’s Base network is working to solve Ethereum layer 2 interoperability, which could allow seamless transfers across multiple chains within six months.
WeatherlyThe Free Republic of Liberland has launched its space programme, aiming to lead in technological innovation and global collaboration through an open platform for nations and private entities, free from bureaucratic constraints.
CatherineRevolut X is expanding across 30 European markets, offering advanced crypto trading tools and enhanced security. The platform caters to serious traders with access to over 200 cryptocurrencies and low fees, while Revolut also develops a stablecoin for faster cross-border payments.
AnaisA 32-year-old woman has been charged with the murder of Kevin Mirshahi, though any link to his crypto work remains unconfirmed. Presumed dead since August, Mirshahi was recently found and identified by police. He was one of four people kidnapped in June, with only him remaining missing until now.
KikyoAi Palette, a Singapore-based startup, uses AI to analyze billions of data points, providing brands with real-time insights to predict trends and create successful products. Major companies like Diageo, Nestlé, and PepsiCo are adopting its platform to stay ahead of evolving consumer tastes and market demands.
AnaisZK International is adopting cryptocurrency payments, starting with Bitcoin, to improve transaction speed and reduce costs for global trade. This move aims to simplify cross-border payments and provide a more efficient and flexible financial system for its international partners.
WeatherlyOpenAI will launch "Operator" in January, an AI agent designed to handle tasks like coding and travel booking, available via research preview and API.
CatherineRoss Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road, hopes for a presidential pardon from Donald Trump, who previously promised to commute his life sentence. Despite past unfulfilled pledges, Ulbricht’s supporters remain hopeful, while others question whether Trump will act on his previous commitments.
AnaisThe Manhattan US Attorney's Office will reduce its focus on crypto crimes as President-elect Trump shifts priorities. Is this a step back from his crypto crackdown pledge or a shift to more urgent policies?
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