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> Tsotchke - Beat Google Tensorflow
> MiCA - Impact on Tether's USDT and EU Crypto Landscape
> Malaysia - Orders Bybit to Halt Operations Amid Registration Failures
> China’s Central Bank - Emphasizes Crypto Regulation in Annual Financial Stability Report
> Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs) - Surge to New Heights with $463 Billion in December Trading Volume
> Shaurya Malwa - Crypto Scammers Turn on Each Other: A New Wave of Thievery
> Galaxy Research - Bitcoin Set to Surge: Predicted $185K High in 2025 Driven by Adoption
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> UniversalX by Particle Network
> Project Spotlight Final Week/2024
> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
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> Soleng - Revolutionizing Developer Productivity Through Agentic Workflows
> HypurrCollective x Nansen - Join Hyperliquid as Mainnet Validator
> Brian-3B - The First Domain-Specific Model for Web3
> Grayscale Research - Adds 6 New Entries Token to Its Top 20 Tokens for Q1 2025
> Tether - Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Grows with $700 Million Transfer
> Seraphim Czecker - Departs During Strategic Shift for Stablecoin Protocol
> Germany - Considers Sovereign Bitcoin: A Shift in Economic Policy?
> U.S. Debt Ceiling - Approaches: Implications for Bitcoin Prices
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> cookies - Exploring the Surge: Why $AR Soared 50% in Just 24 Hours
> Ben Fisch - The Challenge of Trust in TEEs and Side Channel Attacks
> Raghav Agarwal - Making AI More Efficient: Understanding Model Quantization
> fabiano.sol - Unlocking Success: How I Earned 1M+ Meteora Points Daily
> CoinDesk 20 - Performance Update: Index Declines with XLM and LINK Leading Losses
> The Scoop - Wrapping Up 2024: Key Insights from The Block's Year-End Special
> Wu Blockchain - Understanding Low Float High FDV: A Call for Change in Tokenomics
> Sunil - FTX Repayments Scheduled: Key Dates and Financial Estimates
> SOSE - Unlocking the Future: How Unichain and TEEs Could Revolutionize DeFi
> Seven Crypto Executives - Share Bold Predictions for 2025
> Kyle Baird - The Next Wave: Exotic Crypto ETFs Set to Transform Markets in 2025
> Daniel Kuhn - How Iconic Crypto Brands Chose Their Identities
> Hashed Emergent - Reflecting on 2024: Key Achievements of Hashed Emergent
> The Rollup - Wei Dai on the Evolution of Crypto Investing: From Infra to Apps
> Shaurya Malwa - AI Agents Capture Attention as AiXBT, ai16z, and Virtuals Surge
> Karma - Emerging Stars: The Future of Monad NFTs
> J.Hackworth - Exploring the Future of Crypto Agents with AWESOM-O
> Wheaties - Griffain vs Neur: Which AI Platform Will Dominate Solana?
> Coach Bruce - Digital Consciousness: The Birth of $KWEEN
> David Marcus - America's Path to Greatness: Predictions for 2025
> The Rollup - Exploring the Trade-offs of Using TEEs in Blockchain Systems
> s4mmy.moca - Weekly Mindshare Analysis: Emergent Trends and Shifts in Crypto Economics
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2024: The Ascendance of Restaking - Unlocking DeFi's Potential
In 2024, Gauntlet made significant strides in the realm of restaking within DeFi. Restaking has emerged as a pivotal DeFi primitive, boasting over $20 billion locked across various platforms
> Gauntlet introduced an LRT Risk Dashboard to monitor risks associated with Liquid Restaking Tokens (LRTs)
> They partnered with multiple protocols (e.g., EigenLayer, Babylon) and LRTs (such as Puffer, Swell, and Fragmetric) to enhance research, risk management, and governance
> Gauntlet also published peer-reviewed research on restaking, offering frameworks for AVS allocation and LRT market risk assessment
> Gauntlet served as a governance partner for Jito, EigenLayer, and Swell
> The rollout of slashing by EigenLayer has heightened risk awareness, underscoring the need for enhanced risk management strategies in the restaking ecosystem
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⭐️HIGHLIGHTS ⭐️
> Tsotchke - Beat Google Tensorflow
> Decentralized Exchanges - Surpass $320 Billion in Monthly Volume
> MicroStrategy - BTC Acquisition: A $209 Million Investment
> ai16z - Plans an Overhaul and Launch of Layer 1 Blockchain
> Ryan Watkins - The Rise of Multi-Billion Dollar Crypto Projects Without CEX Listings
> AltLayer - Unleashing the Power of Restaked Rollups in AltLayer's Ecosystem
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> UniversalX by Particle Network
> Project Spotlight Final Week/2024
> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
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> HyperLiquid - Opens Staking with 16 Validators for HYPE Holders
> daos.world - Introduces Farms: Stake DAOs for Whitelist
> DOR Testnet - Trustless and Transparent Benchmarks for Decentralized Finance
> AicroStrategy - Builds a Robust cbBTC Treasury: An Investment Opportunity
> Helius - Launches the Helius Startup Launchpad: Empowering Crypto Developers
> Superseed - The Future of Autonomous Debt Repayment
> Cortex Protocol - Launches $CX Token: Unlocking the Future of AI-driven Blockchain Interactions
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> Grayscale - Introduction of New Assets in Grayscale's Top 20 for Q1 2025
> ASXN - A Comprehensive Guide to Staking HYPE: Steps, Rewards, and Risks
> scott belsky - Future of Journalism: Investigative Reporting in the Age of Betting Markets
> Matt Schlicht - Vision for the Future: Mapping Out the Path for $YNE and AI Agents
> baosdotfun - Introduces BAOS.FUN ANGELS: The First On-Chain Angel DAO
> Illia - Transforming Commerce: The Impact of AI and Blockchain
> Richard Chen - Navigating VC Fundraising in a Bear Market: Insights from Richard Chen
> Dune - Reflections on 2024: Light at the End of the Tunnel
> Defi0xJeff - The Rise of the Agent Ecosystem: Redefining Market Structures
> DeFi Dad - Crypto and Resilience: How I Turned Challenges into Opportunities
> thefarm.fun - Comparative Analysis of SWARM-based and Langchain-based AI Systems in The Farm
> bebis - Navigating the Illusion: Understanding AGI in Today's AI Landscape
> Gauntlet - Restaking Revolution: A Year of Innovation in DeFi
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> Tsotchke - Beat Google Tensorflow
> Zerebro - Launches Zentients.xyz: Revolutionizing the Way Agents Connect with Consumers
> ai16z - Becomes First Solana Extension Over $1 Billion
> Stoic - 2025 Market Outlook for Traditional Finance (TradFi) Institutions and Banks
> Brian Armstrong - Supports Innovating Payments: Integrating USDC on X through Base Network
> Paolo Diomede - MiCA: A Boon for Traditional Banks or a Barrier to Innovation?
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> Project Spotlight Final Week/2024
> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
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> Warren Buffett - Recent Investments in VeriSign
> Access Control Vulnerabilities - Cause $1.7B in Losses Across CeFi, DeFi, and Gaming
> Russia's Sberbank, TBank, and Tochka Bank - Join Digital Ruble Pilot Program
> Michael Saylor - Disconcerting Blue Lines on SaylorTracker.com: Exploring the Impact on Bitcoin Investments
> $NEUR - Now verified on Moonshot
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> Cyvers Alerts - Alert: Suspicious Transactions Detected Involving FEG Token
> Kaspersky - Investigates: The New Wave of Crypto Schemes
> Poornima Rao - Investigation Update on Suchir's Death
> HyperLend - The Importance of Isolation
> Michele Korver - Defending Innovation: a16z Battles Against U.S. Treasury Regulations
> IridiumEagle - Zero-Shot Learning in Action: Testing AI Models for Autonomous Tasks
> Yogita Khatri - Crypto Venture Capital: A Rebound in 2024
> PA News - Upcoming Token Unlocks: Significant Movements in SUI, OP, and ZETA
> IntoTheBlock - Trends in Long-Term Crypto Holdings: Bitcoin vs. Ether
> Samson Mow - Current Status of USDt Delisting for European Users
> CZ - Staying Focused in Crypto: Top Tips for Avoiding Distractions in the Cryptocurrency Space
> Quinten Francois - $USDT in the Crosshairs: Understanding the MiCA Transition Period
> sassal0x - The Complexity of Trust Among Crypto Investors
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⭐️HIGHLIGHTS ⭐️
> Tsotchke - Beat Google Tensorflow
> Capital in the Age of AGI - Navigating Economic Shifts
> El Salvador - Surpasses 6,000 Bitcoin Milestone Amid Growing Global Adoption
> Aylo - The Rise of AI Agents: Speculative Trends for 2025
> Michele Korver - Legal Action Against the U.S. Treasury: Defending DeFi Innovation
> CBB - Berachain: A Cult-Community in Crypto
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> Project Spotlight Final Week/2024
> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
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> $CONVO - A Deep Dive into the Most Misunderstood Token in the Virtuals Ecosystem
> $RLP - Potential and Performance Highlights for December 2024: Current Trends in APR
> Solana AI Hackathon - Explores Agentic Applications on the Solana Blockchain
> Foundry USA Pool - Refunds 8.18 BTC Due to Inadvertent Transaction Fee
> BTC-Hedged ETFs - Integrating Bitcoin into Traditional Finance
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> redphonecrypto - Embracing Change: AI's Influence on Creative Professions in 2025
> Defi0xJeff - From FOMO to Strategy: Positioning Yourself in the AI Agent Space
> EffortCapital - 10 Predictions for 2025
> AskTinNguyen - Unlocking the Mysteries of AI-Governed Worlds in Sipher Odyssey
> dylan - The Secret to Going Viral: Crafting Shareable Experiences
> zknoob/how-zk-email-helps-with-account-recovery">zknoob - Introducing ZK Email: A Secure Solution for Wallet Recovery
> lesswrong - The Economic Implications of AGI: A Capital-Centric Future
> Eugene Ng Ah Sio - 2025 Crypto Outlook: Optimism Amid Rising Prices
> Bankless - Asymmetric Returns: Dan Morehead's Path to Early Bitcoin Investment
> cygaar - The Role of Audit Logs in Verifying AI Accounts
> Game - Emerging Trends in AI Infrastructure: The Rise of Virtuals and Agents
> defioasis - On-Chain Predictions for 2025: Emerging Trends in AI and Meme Tokens
> IridiumEagle - Harnessing Zero-Shot Learning for Innovative Playlist Creation
> Lorenzo - UniSat's 2025 Outlook
> squigglebop.eth/an-idiots-guide-to-farming-bgt">squigglebop.eth - Unlocking BGT: Your Guide to Earning Berachain Governance Tokens
> Threading on the Edge - 2025: A Defining Year for Crypto
> cookies - Navigating Daosdotworld: Insights and Community Perspectives
> IBM Technology - Enhancing LLM Lifecycle with Domain-Specific Knowledge
> cookies - Exploring the Future: Insights from Freysa and aixbt Experiment
> Kawz - Revolutionizing Trading: The Rise of AI-Powered Assistants
> punk6529 - Building for the Future: How Purpose Drives Success in Cryptocurrency
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> Industry Groups - Sue IRS Over DeFi Reporting Requirements
> Volatility Shares - Targets Solana Futures ETFs Amid Market Absence
> Cryptocurrency Scams - Surge in France: A Half-Billion-Euro Crisis
> Wu Blockchain - Bitcoin Set to Surge: Galaxy Research Predicts $185,000 by Year-End 2025
> Tsotchke - Beat Google Tensorflow
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> Project Spotlight Final Week/2024
> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
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> El Salvador - Bold Bet: 6,000 Bitcoin Worth $570 Million
> Major Banks - Prepare for Crypto Custody Services by 2025
> Andreas Brekken - Investment Strategy: Auto-Buying 2 Million USDC to Buy 21.11 $cbBTC
> Bitcoin's Clean Energy - Usage Surpasses 50%: What This Means for Tesla
> Binance - 2024 Achievements: Preventing Over $129 Million in Crypto Scams
> Meme Coins - Surge in 2024: Capture Over 30% of Crypto Interest
> U.S. Stock Market - Trends: Navigating Post-2024 Expectations
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> Fisher8 - Executive Summary: Pivotal Year for Crypto
> YB - The Rise of Agentic Community Management in NFTs
> Sei - Understanding Execution Models in Blockchains: Sequential, Concurrent, and Parallel
> Federal Reserve News - Global Asset Pricing Anchor: Current Challenges
> Bankless - Inventory of 10 top AI Agent tokens
> Eric Balchunas - Navigating the New Landscape of Solana Futures and ETFs
> The Rollup - Exploring TEEs: Insights from Hasu & Robert Miller
> Michael Saylor - Predicts Crypto Resurgence Under Trump
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Insane.
https://x.com/tsotchke/status/1873175182594195565?t=f6uAf4aMvdz3GKE1QpzC1g&s=09
Project Spotlight Final Week/2024
https://x.com/eli5_defi/status/1872998446086668502
Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
https://x.com/eli5_defi/status/1872658720817308025
The Rise of Consumer DeFi: De-Banking and Its Impact
This report delves into the future of DeFi by 2025, highlighting the emergence of consumer-centric applications such as crypto debit cards
> Four generations are emerging, ranging from custodial fiat cards to true self-custody smart contract wallet cards
> Holyheld, Gnosis Pay, and Fuse Pay showcase various models, each offering unique advantages and drawbacks
> The rise of Gen 3 and Gen 4 cards hints at increased DeFi integration and enhanced user experience
> Initiatives like Harbour are striving to bridge on-chain and off-chain systems for better integration
> Fully integrated crypto banking stacks are becoming increasingly viable, although improvements in user experience are still necessary
Hashgraph Group's $100M Web3 Fund Launch in Abu Dhabi
The Switzerland-based Hashgraph Group has launched a $100 million Web3 venture fund, underpinned by a license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)
> The fund is geared towards investing in early-stage and established companies operating within the Hedera ecosystem
> Hashgraph Group will provide $20 million as initial seed capital
> Investments will emphasize companies leveraging the Hedera network, particularly those innovating in AI, blockchain, robotics, and quantum computing
> The fund has garnered considerable interest from co-investors, including government sectors and sovereign wealth funds
Berachain x Concrete x Lombard Finance x Stake Stone - Launch Incentivized Staking Vaults
Berachain has launched two incentivized pre-deposit Vaults for Boyco markets, facilitated by Concrete, Lombard Finance, and Stake Stone, offering 69 hours of Beramas
> The initiative is named "Early Bera Gets the Honey"
> Users can deposit LBTC or wBTC into the Bitcoin Bera Vault on the Ethereum Mainnet
> Its objective is to maximize BTC-denominated returns within the Berachain DeFi ecosystem
> Deposits are sent to Boyco and bridged from Ethereum to Berachain via Lock & Mint
> The total value locked (TVL) in the vault is approximately $20.4 million (~207 LBTC)
> Engagement with the vault entails inherent smart contract and economic risks
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Launch Your Vision: The Helius Startup Launchpad
Helius' Startup Launchpad aims to empower Solana developers in building successful businesses through comprehensive support that extends beyond technical development
> The program features 8 months of free access, partner discounts, mentorship, and investor introductions to foster growth
> Ideal candidates are pre-seed or seed-stage companies that have a working product and preferably possess prior accelerator experience or success in hackathons
> Partner companies gain access to promising Solana startups and can actively contribute to the ecosystem's growth
> The launchpad underscores the transformative potential of crypto startups to reshape global economies
> The initiative includes collaborations with prominent investors and accelerators within the Solana ecosystem
> UniversalX by Particle Network
https://x.com/eli5_defi/status/1873738325338771625
Zentients: Revolutionizing Agent Launchpads with Zerebro's Unique Value Framework
Jeffy Yu has announced the launch of Zentients.xyz, a consumer-focused launchpad for agents built on Zerebro
> The tokenomics of Zerebro are distinct, as all tokens are already in circulation; the focus is placed on value accrual rather than traditional token emission and distribution
> Zentients aims to provide an intuitive UI/UX experience for launching and evolving agents, channeling value back to $ZEREBRO
> Agents will require $ZEREBRO for creation and will be launched on a bonding curve, achieving a milestone valuation for graduation
> Launch fees for agents will support treasury projects and enhance liquidity
> Zentients empowers projects to launch while retaining full ownership and governance rights
https://x.com/tsotchke/status/1873209080111939697?t=gZqSnsXBAoBUrqchExNBeA&s=19
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> SEND Arcade - Introduces Arcade Agent: Manage Your Solana Wallet with Ease
> US Congressman Ro Khanna - Proposes Ban on Congressional Stock Trading
> Tay - Beware of New Malware Tactics
> Arbitrum - Sets Record with $22 Billion Trading Volume on Uniswap
> Shaw - Announces Eliza v1.7 Has Been Released
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> Project Spotlight Final Week/2024
> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
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> Spore.fun - A Revolutionary Experiment in Autonomous AI Reproduction
> $A16Z - Launchpad Phase: Initial Steps for $AI16Z Token Economy
> VIRTUAL - Massive Token Transfer: $27 Million Shifts to CEX
> Yongzhou Court - Dismisses Virtual Currency Repayment Claims
> Metaplanet - Monumental 2024: A Year of Transformative Achievements
> TimonFun x DuckChain - Timon's First Earnathon: Earn Up to 20% APR
> Smart Money - Bold Move: $4.92 Million in Profits from $PEPE
> Mantis - Revolutionizing Cross-Chain Operations in DeFi
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> ahboyash - Introduction to Democratising Hedge Fund Management
> 1mpal - Navigating the New Normal: Adapting for 2025 in Web3 Gaming
> Alea Research - Transforming Narratives into Liquid Assets: The Zerebro Thesis
> Scam Sniffer - Warning: Scam Ads on Google Impersonating Usual Protocol
> cookies - Lowering Costs: How Agent-Centric Projects Thrive Without Fundraising
> IcoBeast.eth - Navigating the AI Agent Landscape: A New Investment Frontier
> cookies - Navigating the Speculative Nature of AI Applications: Insights from Venture Capital
> IntoTheBlock - The Surge of Bitcoin Supply on EVM Chains: A Look at Bitcoin Staking
> Ki Young Ju - The Rise of Bitcoin: Echoes of the Gold Standard Advocate
> Paolo Ardoino - Debunking Tether: Understanding the FUD Campaign
> Weilin - Empowering Ordinary Investors: Insights from ai16z Founder Shaw
> Chen Hanxue - How Cryptocurrency Speculation is Impacting the South Korean Economy
> Kien Nguyen - Future Insights: Azuki's TGE and Upcoming Announcements
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> U.S. IRS - Finalizes Regulation on Digital Assets
> Do Kwon - Extradited to the US: A Turn in the Terra Saga
> Aleks Gilbert - New KYC Rules for DeFi: A Disappointment for the Industry
> Solana - Dive into Crypto Gaming: 10 Solana Games You Can Play Right Now
> albicodes - Exploring the Role of TEEs in Financial Security and Fraud Prevention
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> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
> IO x DeSci
> The BTCFi Liquidity Layer - Avalon Labs
> Zentry Zuper Cycle
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> $SVMAI - An AI-Powered Solana Blockchain Toolkit
> Fuel - Introduces Fuel Agent Kit: Building Autonomous AI Agents
> Cambodia - Approves Regulated Cryptocurrency Operations
> VolatilityShares - Advances Futures-Based Solana ETFs
> Binance Wallet - Introduces 9 New dApps: UniSat, ALPHA-X, WOOFi, oooo protocol, DeSyn Protocol, Prosper, Eddy Finance, Matrixdock, and Jasper Vault
> DeepSeek-V3 - A Remarkable AI Breakthrough Under Resource Constraints
> Perena - Future of Native Stableswap and Stablecoin Infrastructure on Solana
> EZKL - Pioneering Optimal Trading Strategies in DeFi
> DeepWorm - Launches HYPERWORM: The Future of Onchain Digital Organisms
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> SlowMist - Beware of Phishing: Protecting Your Information from Zoom Scams
> santi - Boundless Blockchain: Enhancing Scalability and Universality
> Messari - Comparative Analysis of Leading AI Frameworks: REI, Eliza, RIG, and More
> Jake Chervinsky - A Critique of IRS Understanding: KYC for DeFi
> Alana - Robinhood's Crypto Ambitions: Can It Become a Leading Exchange?
> calvin0420/tee-web3-do-you-know-what-you-trust-in-1c2cde30fe13">c4lvin - Understanding TEE: The Future of Trusted Execution in Web3
> Quantum Country - Understanding Quantum Logic Gates and Qubits
> Galaxy Research - Crypto Predictions for 2025
> cookies - Valuation Discrepancies: Comparing Morpheus and Squid in the ADAM and EVE Ecosystem
> Puffy - Exploring the Upcoming Cycle: Insights for 2029
> cmtdigital/2025-themes">CMT Digital - The Role of Abstraction in User Onboarding and Scaling in Blockchain
> theitinerant/santa-the-original-meme">The Itinerant - From Marketing to Meme: The Evolution of Santa Claus in Popular Culture
> antidote/how-generalist-vcs-dropped-the-ball-on-crypto">Antidote - The Rise of Generalist VCs in Crypto: A Historical Overview
> Redphonecrypto - Navigating the Dark Corners of Crypto and AI: Insights and Predictions for 2025
> Nitesh - Understanding Conditional Liquidity on Solana: A Guide
> Chain of Thought - AI Agents and Their Evolution: A New Frontier in Autonomous Innovation
> Vladyslav Nekriach - Innovating Coin Launches: The Role of Trusted Execution Environments and AI Agents
> GreeksLive - Options Expiration Overview: BTC and ETH Insights
> Denny Zhou - Revolutionizing Reasoning: The Shift from CoT Prompting to Intrinsic Reasoning
> bidhan roy - Understanding MoME’s Modular Neural Network Design
> Synth - Building Better Agents: Rival Frameworks and Their Design Choices
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> Bitcoin - Surges Above $96,000 Amidst Institutional Confidence
> Jupiter - Distributes 700 Million JUP Tokens in January Airdrop
> Bojan Božović - Approves Do Kwon's Extradition to the USA
> Shaurya Malwa - From Plea to Profit: How MIRA Memecoin Raised Millions for Brain Tumor Research
> Marvin Tong - Revolutionary Anti-Sniper Mechanism in Spore.fun's Token Launches
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> Humanity Protocol - Proof of Humanity
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
> IO x DeSci
> The BTCFi Liquidity Layer - Avalon Labs
> Zentry Zuper Cycle
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> Bitwise x Strive - Launch ETFs Focusing on Bitcoin Treasuries
> ERC-DATA x Oracle - Merging AI with the Ethereum Virtual Machine: A Decentralized Future
> BIO Protocol - Upcoming $BIO Listing on Binance - January 3, 2025
> Fisher - Executive Summary: Pivotal Year for Crypto
> Bitget - Announces Major Token Burn Plans: Burn 800 Million BGB Tokens, Worth $6.8 Billion
> Kinetiq - Introduces StakeHub v0.1
> Stephen Akridge - Faces Lawsuit from Divorced Wife
> MicroStrategy - Leads the Charge: Bitcoin as a Corporate Reserve
> Bitcoin Kimchi Premium - Surges Amid South Korea's Political Crisis
> Vitalik Buterin - Becomes 'Adoptive Father' to Viral Hippo Moo Deng with $300,000 Donation
> Bitcoin Institutional Adoption - Soars: A Look at 2024's ETF Landscape
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> mehdi - Clanker: The Underrated Autonomous Meme Creator
> goodalexander - Introducing Web 4: A New Paradigm Shift
> JavierAng_ - The Future of Virtual Ecosystems: GAME and Virtual's Growth
> owen - Surfing the Waves of Change: A Positive Outlook for 2024
> Pedro Solimano - Bitcoin Options Surge to Record $14 Billion Amid Bullish Predictions
> Tiger Research Reports - Retail vs Venture Capital: Finding the Balance in Web3
> Deep Value Memetics - Frameworks at the Crossroads of AI and Crypto: A $20 Billion Opportunity
> SlowMist - Seeing is Deceiving: An Analysis of Fake Zoom Meeting Phishing Attacks
> Vladyslav Nekriach - How daos.world Transforms DAO Fundraising and Management
> signumcapital/signum-newsletter-27">Signum Capital Newsletter - Building Effective AI Agents Through Composable Patterns
> Tomb - The Cryptocurrency Surge: Analyzing 2024's Major Market Events
> Ryan Zurrer - The ICO Renaissance: A New Era of Decentralized Capital Formation in 2025
> Teng Yan - ELIZA: The Rising Star of AI in the Crypto World
> superoo7 - Maximize Efficiency: A Deep Dive into 10+ AI x Crypto Tools
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> CBDC - Cross-Border Innovations: The mBridge Project Achieves MVP Status
> Tech CEO - Raises Over $1 Million for Rare Cancer Research with Charity Memecoin MIRA
> Brazil's Central Bank - Moves to Restrict Stablecoin Transfers to Self-Custodial Wallets like MetaMask and Trezor
> Wintermute Analyst - The MicroStrategy Strategy: Corporates Poised to Drive Bitcoin Demand in 2025
> US Congress - Expects to Prioritize Crypto Legislation in 2025
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⭐️ELI5 THREAD ⭐️
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
> IO x DeSci
> The BTCFi Liquidity Layer - Avalon Labs
> Zentry Zuper Cycle
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⭐️ NEWS⭐️
> Infrared - Unlocking the Potential of iBGT: A Guide to Proof of Liquidity Vaults
> Base - Transaction Growth in Q4: A Steady Climb
> Vitalik Buterin - Adopts Viral Hippo Moo Deng with $293,000 Donation
> KULR Technology - Expands Bitcoin Treasury with $21 Million Purchase
> Strive - Files for “Bitcoin Bond” ETF
> Ethiopia - Renewable Energy Revolution: Bitcoin Mining Fuels Economic Growth
> Ryan Salame - Prison Release Date Moved Up: Begins 7½ Year Sentence for Crypto Fraud
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> Vincent Weisser - Deepseek's Bold Claim: $5.6M State-of-the-Art AI Model
> Kristin Smith - People Want to Hold More Bitcoin, Not Less
> Ken Griffin - The Rise of Cryptocurrencies: From Skept
> MARA - MARA's Transformative Journey in 2024: A Year of Milestones
> Frogling68 - Frogling’s Strategy: Riding the Waves of $MOVE and $PENGU
> Bankless - Chasing Asymmetry: Dan Morehead's Bold Bitcoin Bet
> Coinbase International - Reveals Top 5 Perpetual Contract Trading Pairs for 2024
> U.S. Labor Department - U.S. Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 4.2%: A Look at Recent Claims Data
> Andy - 2025: A Breakout Year for Crypto Enthusiasts
> Pedro Solimano - Holiday Trading Blues: Why Bitcoin Missed the Expected Santa Rally
> Defi0xJeff - The AI Agent Revolution: From Solana to Base
> DeFi Warhol - Exploring the Future: Delphi Digital's 2025 DeFi Report
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⭐️ FUNDING⭐️
> ChainOpera AI x TensorOpera AI - Raises $17 Million in Funding
> Relai - Raises $12 Million Series A Funding Round
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⭐️HIGHLIGHTS ⭐️
> Inco x Tally - Revamping Onchain Governance: A New Era with FHE
> Bitcoin - Peaks Before Christmas but Faces a Sharp Reversal
> South Korea - Sanctions North Korean Cybercriminals Amid Rising Cryptocurrency Theft
> Aave - Plans to Depart Polygon Blockchain Amid $1 Billion Proposal Conflict
> 0xKyle - 2025 Gameplan: Embracing Change in Crypto Investing
> Sarah Wynn - Pro-Crypto Legislative Environment in 2025
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⭐️ELI5 THREAD ⭐️
> IO x DeSci
> The BTCFi Liquidity Layer - Avalon Labs
> Zentry Zuper Cycle
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⭐️ NEWS⭐️
> yesnoerror - Charting a New Path for Decentralized Research Integrity
> Ronin Network - Introduces New Landverse and Partnerships: The Expansion of the Ronin Empire
> zoofinanceio/tutorial-master-proof-of-liquidity-on-berachain-3ca950998776">Berachain's Proof-of-Liquidity - Masters The PoL Flywheel: How Users, Validators, and Protocols Drive DeFi Forward
> daos.world - Unlocking Hedge Fund Management: How DAO Managers Can Profit (Fees and Trading Volume)
> $MIRA Coin - A New Frontier in Medical Research Funding
> aiws - The First AI-Led Cloud Computing Platform
> Animoca Brands Co-Founder's Yat Siu - Account Compromised to Promote Fake MOCA Token
> CoinDesk 20 - Performance Update: HBAR and Aptos Face Significant Losses as All Crypto Assets Trade Lower
> Binance - Supports Thaksin's Vision for Bitcoin Payments in Thailand
> BIO Protocol - New Proposal: Bridge $BIO to Solana
> Japanese Government - Responds on Bitcoin Reserves
> Bitget - Announcement of Merger: Bitget Wallet Token (BWB) and Bitget Token (BGB)
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> Epicenter Podcast - Sovereign Rollups: The Next Frontier in Blockchain Scaling
> EvanDeKim - Impact of Storage Rebates on Transaction Fees
> Siqi Chen - From Memecoin to Meaning: $MIRA's Mission to Fund Rare Disease Research
> E. Johansson, L. Kelly - Institutional Interest Fuels Crypto VC Investments as 2025 Approaches
> kevin - Bitcoin Proxies: Past, Present, and Future
> brokeinvstr - Analysis of Alameda Research v2: Promising Launch in the DAO Space
> Ryan Zurrer - The Comeback of ICOs: A New Era in Decentralized Capital Formation
> Sarah Wynn - Post-Gensler SEC: Anticipating New Priorities Under Atkins
> Shen Yu - The "Four Wallets" Strategy: Enhancing Crypto Investment Management
> Keone Hon - The Importance of Community in Crypto
> cookies - Trade Your Insights: Dive into the SPORE Prediction Market!
> Cheeezzyyyy - Unlocking AI Agent Success: The Flywheel Effect
> The Black Swan - The Entrepreneurial Grind: Embracing the Chaos Behind Freedom
> Asia's Crypto Powerhouses - Singapore and Hong Kong: Leading the Charge in 2024 Crypto Regulations
> cleyfe.eth - Exciting Developments in Yield Generation for DeFi
> Satyaki - Looking Ahead: The Top EigenLayer Sectors for 2025
> davidwithbull - AI Agents: The New Influencers of Social Status
> ahboyash - Winning Strategies: Community-Centric Protocols in Crypto
> binji - 25 predictions for 2025
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⭐️HIGHLIGHTS ⭐️
> Russia - Embraces Bitcoin for International Payments Amid Sanctions
> Hashgraph Group - Launches $100M Web3 Venture Fund in Abu Dhabi
> Central Bank of Russia - Targets Illegal OTC Crypto Trading with New Initiative
> daos.world - Building a Decentralized DAO Platform: A Vision for Innovation
> The DeFi Edge - Unlocking Kaito Yap: Your Guide to Earning Rewards in 2025
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⭐️ELI5 THREAD ⭐️
> IO x DeSci
> The BTCFi Liquidity Layer - Avalon Labs
> Zentry Zuper Cycle
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⭐️ NEWS⭐️
> Pump Science - RIFmas Unwrapped: Exciting Developments for $RIF and $URO Holders
> Crypto OTC Desks - Experience Surge in Trading Volumes Post-Election
> Runes Transaction Share - Hits New Lows on Bitcoin Network
> Nexo - Recent Whale Deposit: 4,946 $ETH to Binance
> Network3 - Announces Network3 Pre-TGE Airdrop Campaign
> SBI VC - Trade to Integrate DMM Bitcoin Customer Accounts by March 2025
> Bank of Italy - Sounds Alarm on Bitcoin: The 'Crime-as-a-Service' Debate
> Binance - Supports for Thailand's Bitcoin Pilot Project
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> 0xKyle - Navigating the Future: The 2025 Gameplan for Traders and Investors
> Deep Funding - Launches Deep Funding Mini-Contest: Pioneering Open Source Financing
> Vlad Tenev - Envisions On-Chain Future for Traditional Stocks
> Defi0xJeff - Emerging Narratives in AI: The Rise of NSFW Agents and Robotics
> cookies - The Rise of AI in eSports: Transforming Players and Strategies
> Ace Ace - MetaVerse Innovations: The Launch of $MetaV
> ZenLlama - Understanding Layer 2 Solutions: Definitions and Settlements
> Michael Tong - Discusses Future Innovations at Xterio
> Greeks.live - Analyzing Recent Trends in Options Skew: A Shift in Market Sentiment
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> A total of 50 million $N3 tokens are available
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> Reward Structure:
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⭐️HIGHLIGHTS ⭐️
> Sonic Labs - Introduces Sonic Gateway: A Secure Pathway for USDC, EURC, WETH, and FTM from Ethereum
> MicroStrategy - Massive Bitcoin Acquisition: $11 Billion Spree
> Witch - Security Features of aiPool TEE Against Malicious Attacks
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⭐️ELI5 THREAD ⭐️
> Tsotchke QRNG 101
> IO x DeSci
> The BTCFi Liquidity Layer - Avalon Labs
> Zentry Zuper Cycle
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⭐️ NEWS⭐️
> megastrategy/introducing-megastrategy-b12388b7fdb5">MegaStrategy - Building the Largest On-Chain Treasury in Ethereum
> Crypto Market - 2024 Highlights: Best and Worst Performing Stocks
> Justin Sun - Transfers 70,182 $ETH ($244.9M) to HTX: A Christmas Eve Analysis
> Bitget x Fiat24 - Partnership to Enhance Crypto Payments
> Do Kwon - Extradition Appeal Rejected by Montenegro's Constitutional Court
> DIN x $Banana for Scale - Partnership to Promote the Development of the BNB Chain Ecosystem
> EYWA x Kenetic - Enhance CrossCurve Infrastructure: Making DeFi Faster, Safer, and More Connected
> Jito - Impact on Solana: Growth Metrics for 2024
> Floki DAO - Proposes Early Liquidity for Upcoming ETP
> Israel Securities Authority - Approves Six Bitcoin Mutual Funds
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> DeFi^2 - OpenAI's O3 Release: A Step Closer to AGI
> ricematcha - Kaito's Prediction Market: A New Era for Social Rankings
> cookies - The Future of Humanoid Robots: Transforming Healthcare and Disaster Response
> Vishal Chawla - Smart Contracts Get Smarter: How AI Agents Are Changing the Blockchain Space
> Danny Park - Exploring the Future of DeFi: Insights from Experts on 2024 and 2025
> Ben Weiss - Crypto Forecasts: The Predictions of 2024 and Their Outcomes
> James Hunt - Crypto's 12 biggest stories of 2024
> Balaji - The Future of Smart Technology
> ahboyash - Key Ecosystems and Projects to Watch
> Alea Research - Unveiling the $ai16z Blueprint: The First AI-Managed Crypto VC Fund
> Jinze - Market Overreaction Following FOMC Meeting: An In-Depth Analysis
> Mirror Tang - The Vision of ZEROBASE: Leading the Charge in Trustless Finance
> Kyle Samani - Thoughts on AI Crypto Bots
> zhusu - Bitcoin's Price Evolution: A Decade in Review (2010-2024)
> Daniel Cheung - AI as the Next Capital Driver: Exploring the Future of Solana's Market
> Jon Ma - Building Inclusive Crypto Solutions: The Mission of Artemis
> Leor Shimron - Bitcoin's Historic Impact: Forbes' 7 Predictions for 2025 and Beyond
> David Schwartz - The IRS and Crypto Staking: A Taxable Income Clarification
> DeFi Cheetah - From ICOs to AICOs: The Evolution of Cryptocurrency Funding
> Decentralised.Co - The No-Code Revolution: Empowering Creators Without Technical Skills
> Peteris Erins - Confession of a Crypto Insider: Why I Rarely Use Web3
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⭐️ FUNDING⭐️
> Swan Chain - Raises $2M Funding Round
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