This is a segment from the Lightspeed newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. Robotics and crowdsourced data startup Frodobots has raised $6 million in seed funding to create BitRobot, which will be a Solana-based embodied AI research network. BitRobot will aim to connect different subgroups in robotics research using a shared token and network to … Read more
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, revealed his dog’s name in an X post, sparking a wave of memecoins named after the canine.
The Bank of Montreal (BMO), one of Canada’s leading financial institutions with assets exceeding $1 trillion, has recently disclosed its holdings in various Bitcoin ETFs through a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This disclosure aligns with regulatory requirements mandating that investment managers with over $100 million in U.S. exchange-traded securities report … Read more
Foresight Ventures was recognized as one of the top five most active crypto venture capital firms globally in 2024, according to Cryptorank data. Foresight Ventures Recognized for Active Role in Crypto Funding The Singapore-based firm, Foresight Ventures, completed approximately 50 to 60 funding rounds last year, placing it among peers such as Cogitent Ventures and … Read more
In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, meme coins have carved out a unique niche, blending humor with investment opportunities. If you’re still looking for the best new meme coins to join now, Arctic Pablo Coin ($APC) is a compelling choice. Let’s delve into the journey of Arctic Pablo and see how it compares to established … Read more
Shiba Inu (SHIB) price is up 8% in the last seven days as it attempts to recover from a 25% decline over the past month. Currently sitting at a $9.5 billion market cap, SHIB is working its way back toward the $10 billion mark, solidifying its position as the second-largest meme coin, only behind Dogecoin … Read more
This week’s cryptocurrency market reveals promising opportunities as five standout coins show potential for significant gains. With the bull run already underway, these digital assets command attention from investors eager to capitalize on the momentum. Keeping an eye on current market trends and strategic moves could unlock substantial rewards for those looking to enhance their … Read more
Former Binance CEO Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao stressed that he wasn’t launching a meme coin as users demanded a contracted address. Crypto speculators flooded CZ with messages on X, asking for a contract address to trade the meme coin inspired by Zhao’s Belgian Malinois named Broccoli. Developers often launch canine-themed tokens based on pets owned by … Read more
The acting US Attorney for the Southern District of New York reportedly resigned after the federal Justice Department directed her to halt a case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
Ardoino shot down the JPMorgan report that suggested his firm may be forced to liquidate bitcoin to comply with upcoming stablecoin regulation. Tether’s Paolo Ardoino Addresses JPMorgan’s Warning on Stablecoin Regulation JPMorgan (JPM) published a report on Wednesday warning stablecoin giant Tether, that it could be forced to liquidate some of its bitcoin (BTC) holdings … Read more