Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealed on social media that he recently had dinner with former President Donald Trump and Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty. The meeting that happened at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort is an important beginning to the year 2025 for Ripple especially with the current changes happening in… Listen ⇢

During the 2024 U.S. election campaign, a deepfake video spread across social media, falsely alleging voter fraud. Elsewhere, biased data in healthcare has warped AI outcomes, jeopardizing patient care. Opaque algorithms undermine decisions, destabilize markets, and erode trust in financial systems. AI’s risks are escalating, and its flaws are chipping… Listen ⇢

Imagine a world where contracts execute themselves without middlemen, delays, or the risk of manipulation. Welcome to the realm of smart contracts! These revolutionary digital agreements are transforming industries by leveraging blockchain technology to automate, secure, and streamline processes. In this article, we’ll delve into what smart contracts are, how… Listen ⇢

Toronto-based Sol Strategies Inc. has announced a CAD $25 million investment in the Solana ecosystem to bolster its position as a leading player in blockchain staking operations and acquisitions. Sol Strategies Strategic Investment In Solana Sol Strategies, a Canadian publicly traded company, has promised CAD $25 million to the Solana… Listen ⇢

The official platform Bitfinex Derivatives has announced that it has received a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP) license in El Salvador. The Seychelles based parent company made this announcement as the platform continues to expand its presence across the Latin American region. Bitfinex Gains DASP License in El Salvador, Strengthening… Listen ⇢

The governor of the Czech National Bank, Aleš Michl, has expressed interest in Bitcoin as a potential addition to the country’s foreign exchange reserves.  Michl described the idea of acquiring “a few Bitcoin” as a diversification move, though not a significant investment for the bank.  Czech Republic Considers Bitcoin a… Listen ⇢

Singapore, Singapore, January 8th, 2025, Chainwire Cactus Custody, a leader in the Web3 sector, has released its 2024 annual performance. The company achieved significant growth and innovation by focusing intensely on security and compliance. Performance Highlights 177 New Institutional Clients: Expanded customer base $4 Billion AUC: Increased assets under custody… Listen ⇢

According to a concerning new report, Bitcoin ETF issuers are acquiring BTC more than 20 times faster than miners can produce new blocks. Collectively, they purchased more than 9,000 on Friday and Monday, with rates only increasing. This higher consumption rate persists despite Bitcoin’s recent downturn, suggesting it will continue.… Listen ⇢

The stablecoin market, currently valued at $206 billion according to defillama.com, has experienced notable shifts, including growth in the first six days of 2025. Nearly $4 Billion Vanishes as Tether and Ethena Decline in Early 2025 Among the top ten stablecoins, tether (USDT) and ethena usd (USDE) recorded significant outflows,… Listen ⇢