On Jan. 21, OpenAI announced the Stargate initiative, a groundbreaking project to develop advanced AI infrastructure in the United States. Stargate initiative According to the firm, the project is planning an estimated $500 billion investment over four years, and the organization intends to allocate $100 billion upfront to accelerate its goals. The project focuses on […]
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Avalanche is positioning itself for significant growth in the US by leveraging the Trump administration’s focus on technological advancement On Jan. 21, Emin Gün Sirer, founder of Ava Labs, shared optimism about the administration’s emphasis on innovation, describing it as a timely push for transformative growth. According to him, Avalanche intends to align its initiatives […]
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Crypto wealth management platform SwissBorg integrated Avalanche into its Meta-Exchange (MEX) to introduce one-click cross-chain trading functionality, according to a Jan. 21 statement shared with CryptoSlate. The integration will simplify users’ interactions with blockchain networks and reduce the complexities that have often been an obstacle to adoption. The update positions SwissBorg as the only platform […]
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Phantom, a leading crypto wallet on the Solana blockchain, stated that a recently reported vulnerability does not pose a risk to user funds, following criticism from a security researcher known as @CloakdDev. In a public statement, Phantom apologized for communication delays and emphasized that it remains committed to security. It added: “We believe it does […]
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The Solana blockchain faced severe congestion over the weekend as interest in Donald Trump and Melania Trump-themed memecoins surged. This unexpected spike overwhelmed the network, causing delays and failed transactions across various platforms. Solana congestion Prominent Solana-based services, including Phantom, Jito, and Jupiter, alongside centralized exchanges such as Coinbase and Binance, struggled to cope with […]
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Multichain Capital partners Tushar Jain and Vishal Kankani introduced a proposal to address the inflation of Solana’s native crypto, SOL. The goal is to use a market-driven mechanism to adjust Solana’s emissions dynamically, moving away from the network’s current fixed-rate issuance model. Solana’s existing emissions mechanism, established in 2021, follows a rigid, time-based schedule that […]
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Ethereum developers are preparing to introduce the network’s next upgrade, Pectra, in March 2025. This timeline was discussed during the latest Execution Layer Meeting on Jan. 16, where key milestones leading to the mainnet activation were outlined. According to the developers, preparation begins with finalizing block numbers for the Sepolia and Holesky forks, which is […]
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Blockchain developer Michael Lewellen has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Justice (DOJ), accusing the President Joe Biden administration of stifling innovation in the crypto sector through overly broad interpretations of federal money-transmission laws. Lewellen’s lawsuit centers on his work with Pharos, a non-custodial protocol that facilitates trustless and transparent crowdfunding campaigns. Pharos […]
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Blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer warned that crypto investors are facing a surge in malware scams on social media platform Telegram compared to the traditional phishing methods. While phishing still causes substantial losses—estimated at nearly half a billion dollars in 2024—its growth has plateaued. In contrast, Scam Sniffers reported that Telegram malware scams represent a […]
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Recent research shows malware authors mimicked Apple's encryption, but media coverage may overstate the threat, according to one expert.
Sony says it plans to explore ways for protecting creator rights and mechanisms for equitable value distribution between creators and fans.
Elon Musk shifts Cybertruck deliveries and Starlink terminals to support LA wildfire recovery with Wi-Fi and Tesla power solutions.
Oh, an innovative platform blending AI with Web3 technology has secured $4.5 million in seed funding, according to a Jan. 10 statement shared with CryptoSlate. The oversubscribed round saw contributions from major players like Tangent, Big Brain Holdings, Kosmos Ventures, Tagus Capital, and Bodhi Ventures. It also received support from prominent angel investors like Delphi […]
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Team members from Coinbase, Google, ai16z, and other major players have joined forces to launch Aiccelerate, a new Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) that aims to accelerate the convergence of crypto and artificial intelligence (AI). According to a Jan. 9 announcement, the DAO will focus on fostering decentralized, open-source AI development and supporting high-potential projects across […]
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Phala Network, a Polkadot parachain, has expanded its reach to the Ethereum blockchain by introducing a layer-2 rollup protocol designed to boost scalability and efficiency. According to a Jan. 8 statement: “Phala Network has taken a monumental step forward in blockchain innovation by launching the first-ever Op-Succinct Layer 2 (L2) rollup on Ethereum. This transformative […]
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The decentralized prediction platform Polymarket is facing intense scrutiny from regulators and the public alike for its actions. Over the past day, reports emerged that the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has subpoenaed user data amid backlash over its controversial wildfire betting markets. Controversial wildfire bets Polymarket has been criticized for allowing bets on the […]
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China’s newly unveiled “National Data Infrastructure Construction Guidelines” place blockchain at the heart of the country’s strategy to enhance data security, transparency, and scalability as part of its broader digital transformation push. The guidelines, released by the National Development and Reform Commission and other agencies, highlight blockchain technology as a cornerstone for facilitating trusted data […]
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin’s latest blog post reflects on the progress of decentralized and democratic differential defensive acceleration, or d/acc — one year after its introduction. Buterin emphasized the need for caution in AI development, advocating for defensive technologies that empower individuals and communities without relying on centralized authorities. One year after introducing the concept […]
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Ripple has partnered with Chainlink to provide robust pricing data for its RLUSD stablecoin, according to a Jan. 7 statement. The integration introduces Chainlink’s blockchain technology to Ripple’s ecosystem, delivering secure and verifiable price feeds directly on Ethereum’s network. RLUSD, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, was launched in December after securing approval from […]
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Social media giant Meta is replacing its fact-checking program with a user-driven “Community Notes” system, according to a Jan. 7 statement. This move follows the model adopted by X (formerly Twitter), where users collectively identify and provide context for potentially misleading posts. The platform added: “We think this could be a better way of achieving […]
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Solana developers are debating new technological upgrades to enhance the blockchain’s performance and security. These initiatives aim to address scalability challenges and bolster the network’s resilience against potential threats from quantum computing as it contests Ethereum’s dominance. Tackling scalability issues Firstly, Solana is exploring a proposal to implement a lattice-based system to address scalability challenges. This […]
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Ripple wants its new stablecoin to play nice with DeFi apps, and it’s bringing in Chainlink's price feeds to make that happen.
Traditional remittance giants like Western Union and MoneyGram are struggling to keep pace in an evolving financial ecosystem increasingly shaped by stablecoins. According to Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, downloads of remittance giants apps have dropped significantly, with Western Union seeing a 22% decline and MoneyGram experiencing a 27% reduction. Meanwhile, […]
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The crypto world is celebrating 16 years since Bitcoin’s Genesis block was mined on Jan. 3, 2009. This landmark event not only marked the birth of the top digital asset but also laid the groundwork for today’s digital financial revolution. Origin Bitcoin was created partially in response to the 2008 financial collapse—a time when trust […]
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Crypto venture capital investments grew 26.1% in 2024 compared to the previous year, with 1,535 projects publicly disclosed, according to a report by Wu Blockchain citing RootData statistics. The report highlighted a total of 102 publicly disclosed crypto VC investment projects in December, reflecting a 7.4% month-on-month (MoM) increase from 95 projects in November. However, […]
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Jordan’s government has introduced a new Blockchain Technology Policy for 2025, which aims to increase transparency, improve public services, and drive economic growth. The initiative, approved by the Jordanian Council of Ministers, seeks to modernize administrative procedures and enhance trust in government operations. The policy outlines plans to implement blockchain technology to streamline government functions, […]
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X (formerly known as Twitter) aims to chart a new course this year by blending finance, artificial intelligence, and social media into its ecosystem. On Dec. 31, CEO Linda Yaccarino teased upcoming features to provide users with broader capabilities beyond traditional social media interactions. According to her, 2025 will be a year when the platform’s […]
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From expressive dance to home helpers, humanoid robots reached new milestones in 2024.
Sonic Labs announced on Dec. 25 that its official Sonic Gateway can now bridge FTM tokens from Ethereum to S tokens on the Sonic mainnet. The gateway will also allow the transfer of Euro Coin (EURC), USD Coin (USDC), and Wrapped Ethereum (WETH). The conversion of FTM to S will occur at a ratio of […]
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Telegram officially became profitable in 2024, generating over $1 billion in revenue for the first time, according to the platform’s founder, Pavel Durov. Durove announced the achievement in a social media post on Dec. 23, marking a pivotal moment for the messaging platform, which has faced persistent financial challenges, accumulating debt, and legal scrutiny in […]
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