Polygon-backed, DeFi-optimized Katana launches for institutional adoption

The Katana Foundation, a nonprofit focused on decentralized finance (DeFi) development, is launching its private mainnet, aiming to unlock greater crypto asset productivity via deeper liquidity and higher yields for users. The Katana Foundation launched a DeFi-optimized, private blockchain, Katana, on May 28, incubated by GSR Markets and Polygon Labs, with the public mainnet launch … Read more

Mainstream crypto adoption depends on physical infrastructure.

Opinion by: Scott Buchanan, chief operating officer of Bitcoin Depot A new proposal to install Bitcoin ATMs in federal buildings highlights an important question: Can crypto truly go mainstream without a stronger physical presence? For years, the industry has focused on software and decentralization, but its reluctance to invest in real-world infrastructure is starting to … Read more

Exploring the Potential of a Corporate Bitcoin Treasury

In a bold move signaling its long-term strategy, GameStop has established a corporate Bitcoin reserve by purchasing 4,710 BTC worth approximately $512 million. This acquisition follows a strategic $1.5 billion offering of convertible senior notes, emphasizing GameStop’s commitment to digital assets. “GameStop has purchased 4,710 Bitcoin,” announced the company in a tweet, a significant step … Read more

Telegram Teams With Elon Musk to Bring Grok AI to Over a Billion Users

Telegram is teaming up with Elon Musk to unleash Grok AI across its billion-user platform, igniting a transformative wave in global messaging and artificial intelligence access. Elon Musk’s Grok Breaks out: Telegram’s Billion Users Set for Explosive AI Upgrade Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced Tuesday on social media platform X that his company has entered … Read more

Cointelegraph Bitcoin & Ethereum Blockchain News

Why are seniors being targeted in crypto scams? Scammers prey on seniors because they view them as financially secure, trusting and less familiar with rapidly evolving technology. Let’s understand why seniors are key targets. Perception of wealth: Many older adults have retirement savings or pensions, making them lucrative targets. Lower tech fluency: Navigating crypto wallets, … Read more

Fortytwo’s CTO Vladyslav Larin on Achieving AGI Through Networked Intelligence

In this conversation, Vladyslav Larin, Co-founder and CTO of Fortytwo, traces his journey from childhood fascination with AI to pioneering an AI research lab aimed at achieving AGI through networked intelligence. Starting with sci-fi influences and early academic explorations, Larin shares how his skepticism of centralized AI models led to innovative solutions in distributed computing. … Read more