Trump Media launched Truth.Fi, a new platform focused on investing in cryptocurrencies and traditional assets. The platform is backed by a partnership with Charles Schwab for asset custody services.
WeatherlySoftBank and OpenAI formed a joint venture, SB OpenAI Japan, to bring AI services to Japanese businesses, with SoftBank committing $3 billion annually. SoftBank is also investing up to $25 billion in OpenAI and is involved in the $100 billion Stargate AI infrastructure project in the U.S.
Anais“I LOVE $TRUMP,” the US President posted, endorsing his Solana meme coin. Instead of a rally, the token plunged further, drawing criticism over his promotion.
CatherineCoinbase users have lost $150 million to social engineering scams, with some funds quickly laundered and made difficult to trace. Blockchain analyst ZachXBT has repeatedly criticised Coinbase for its failure to prevent these frauds and assist victims.
AnaisIndia is reassessing its stance on cryptocurrencies due to global shifts, with other countries like the U.S. becoming more crypto-friendly. This has prompted a delay in India's planned discussion paper on crypto, as differing opinions within the government and the Reserve Bank of India create uncertainty.
WeatherlyCoinbase’s Conor Grogan estimates Trump and his team made over $800 million from $TRUMP, moving $482 million in crypto to exchanges since 18 January. While unverified, the question lingers—will he keep the gains or share them with supporters?
CatherineAndean Medjedovic, 21, is accused of stealing $65 million from KyberSwap and Indexed Finance, facing wire fraud and hacking charges. The U.S. Department of Justice has labeled it one of the most complex cybercrimes, exploiting weaknesses in cryptocurrency platforms.
KikyoOpenAI filed a trademark application for AI-powered hardware, robotics, and advanced computing, hinting at future consumer devices and humanoid robots. The company is also exploring custom AI chips and quantum computing while expanding partnerships, including a joint venture with SoftBank to integrate AI technology in Japan.
AnaisElon Musk, with Donald Trump's backing, plans to dismantle USAID and transfer its functional parts to the State Department. Musk's D.O.G.E team has taken control of Treasury payment systems, firing officials and halting payments tied to fraud. However, Trump asserts Musk’s D.O.G.E cannot stop federal payments without his approval.
CatherineEl Salvador is increasing its Bitcoin holdings despite IMF conditions, recently purchasing 11 BTC and bringing its total to over 6,067 BTC. To comply with its $1.4 billion IMF agreement, the country has made Bitcoin adoption optional and removed tax payments in BTC.
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