Polymarket users have placed $876,000 in bets on whether Donald Trump will mention "crypto," "bitcoin," or "dogecoin" during his inauguration speech. The platform has seen a surge in trading, with over $1.89 million in total volume, reflecting growing interest in predicting political events related to cryptocurrencies.
AnaisThe US Supreme Court has denied Binance’s appeal, allowing a class-action lawsuit against the crypto exchange to move forward. The decision rejects Binance’s jurisdictional defense, keeping former CEO CZ entangled in the case.
KikyoBitcoin’s mining difficulty has hit an all-time high of 110.45 trillion, making it harder to mine new blocks. Meanwhile, mining revenue has dropped nearly 20%, signaling economic pressure on miners.
WeatherlyA French woman was scammed out of over €800,000 after being tricked into believing she was in a romance with Brad Pitt, which led her to divorce her husband. The scam involved fake messages, AI-generated videos, and fabricated stories about Pitt's health and finances.
JoyRecent research shows malware authors mimicking Apple's encryption, sparking security concerns. However, one expert argues that media coverage may be overstating the threat. Is he downplaying the damage, or is the danger less than it appears?
CatherineAzuki is launching its ANIME token in January 2025, aimed at merging anime culture with Web3, with a focus on community involvement. The token distribution prioritizes Azuki NFT holders, with a significant portion allocated for future projects and partnerships.
WeatherlyThe US, Japan, and South Korea condemned North Korea’s rising cyber threats, urging stronger public-private collaboration. But the question remains about how they will adapt its strategy against North Korean hackers.
CatherineThese AI-powered glasses promise a fast, seamless user experience with extended reality features, potentially ushering in a "post-smartphone era." By processing data locally and rewarding users with crypto, they enter a competitive market—but are they a breakthrough or just a gimmick?
KikyoThaksin Shinawatra has called for legalising online gambling and adopting cryptocurrencies in Thailand to boost government revenue and modernise the economy. The Thai government is already exploring cryptocurrency payments in Phuket and conducting trials of a central bank digital currency.
AnaisDespite raising $650,000 for the Dogwifhat mascot campaign, Zion Thomas and his team have failed to display it on the Las Vegas Sphere. Ten months on, they’ve provided no proof of communication with the Sphere’s marketing team, raising concerns about the legitimacy and future of the stunt.
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