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Ali Martinez Predicts Ethereum Could Drop to $1000Ethereum shows weakness amid Vitalik Buterin's strategic shift statements.

The price of Ethereum continues to show weakness amid statements from co-founder Vitalik Buterin about EF's strategic shift.

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Expert Labels Bitcoin as the ‘Naked King’News and Analysis17.01.2026 19:12

CoinGecko Reports Record Token ‘Mortality’ in 2025News and Analysis16.01.2026 16:13

Buterin Advocates a Return to Ethereum’s Core ValuesNews and Analysis17.01.2026 10:05

Bitcoin Speculators Shift to Profit-Taking, Says ResearcherNews and Analysis16.01.2026 15:09

China’s AI Advances Narrow Gap with the WestNews and Analysis16.01.2026 17:54

Bitcoin Hashrate Drops to Four-Month LowNews and Analysis19.01.2026 10:55

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Stablecoin Market Capitalization Surpasses Reserves of 95 CountriesStablecoin market cap hits $323 billion, surpassing reserves of 95 countries.

The combined market capitalization of stablecoins has reached a new all-time high, hitting $323 billion. This figure exceeds the official currency reserves of 95 countries.

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Second IQM Quantum Computer Launched in PolandPUT commissioned the IQM Radiance R1 quantum computer, the second in Poland.

On May 25, Poznan University of Technology (PUT) commissioned the IQM Radiance R1 quantum computer from Finland's IQM Quantum Computers.

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The Hormuz paradox: why the oil shock failed to fell bitcoinWhy the oil shock failed to fell bitcoin — and what that says about its role in 2026.

How the first cryptocurrency debunked the myth of its dependence on traditional commodity markets.

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Fake Uniswap Ad on Google Nets Scammers $400,000Scammers used fake Uniswap ads on Google to steal $400,000 in cryptocurrency.

Unknown individuals placed malicious advertisements on Google search results, mimicking the interface of DEX Uniswap. Analysts report that the perpetrators have stolen at least $400,000 in cryptocurrency.

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The Hormuz paradox: why the oil shock failed to fell bitcoinWhy the oil shock failed to fell bitcoin — and what that says about its role in 2026.

How the first cryptocurrency debunked the myth of its dependence on traditional commodity markets.

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From zero to vibe-codingA guide to running open AI models from the depths of GitHub

An introduction to open AI models, their variety, pitfalls and workarounds.

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Crypto without the punkWhat remains of Web3’s original ideology

What remains of Web3’s original ideology

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Aschenbrenner’s picks and shovelsHow a former OpenAI staffer built one of the fastest-growing AI funds

How a former OpenAI staffer turned AI panic into profitable bets.

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Trump Links Iran Deal to Expansion of Abraham Accords

Donald Trump stated that Saudi Arabia and Qatar must necessarily join the Abraham Accords if they wish to be part of a future deal with Iran. Following this, he suggested that other countries, including Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, and Jordan, should also join. He described refusal as a sign of "bad intentions," reports Reuters. The US President also noted progress in negotiations with Tehran.

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Experts Warn of AI Agents as Potential Threats

Experts from Google, Meta, and several universities have urged that AI agents be considered unreliable systems. Researchers have suggested implementing protective mechanisms across the entire IT infrastructure, not just within language models. They believe that separating data and instructions, along with restricting access rights, will help prevent cryptocurrency wallet hacks and information leaks.

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NEAR Token Rises by 15%

NEAR surged by 15% in a day, reaching $2.8. Over the month, the coin nearly doubled in value amid increased activity in the cross-chain system NEAR Intents. The product has already processed over $19 billion in volume and generated $32 million in fees. A Dynamic Resharding update for scaling is scheduled for June on the blockchain.

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Hyperliquid Introduces Canonical Prediction Markets

DEX Hyperliquid has introduced support for canonical prediction markets based on off-chain events. Contracts are published by automated software for a news feed managed by validators as part of routine node operations. Node operators vote on deployment and settlements in the markets.

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Pope Warns of Key AI ThreatsPope Leo XIV released his first encyclical on AI and human dignity.

Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical. The document, titled Magnifica Humanitas, is dedicated to the "protection of human dignity in the age of artificial intelligence."

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AI Spurs Surge in Demand for Cybersecurity ExpertsAI drives demand for cybersecurity experts amid tech layoffs.

The advancement of generative artificial intelligence has led to a sharp increase in demand for cybersecurity specialists amidst widespread layoffs in the tech sector.

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Indonesia Blocks Polymarket Platform Over Gambling ConcernsIndonesia blocks Polymarket platform over gambling concerns.

The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Technology has blocked access to the Polymarket platform. Officials equated the service to an online casino.

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Squid Denies Involvement in $3 Million Contract BreachSquid denies involvement in $3M contract breach, citing third-party module vulnerability.

The developers of the cross-chain bridge Squid have denied any involvement with the SquidRouterModule contract, which was breached for approximately $3 million.

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Who is Kevin Warsh — the new Federal Reserve chairWho is Kevin Warsh, the new Fed chair, and what to expect from his tenure.

Who Kevin Warsh is and what is expected from the new chair of the US Federal Reserve. Answers, in brief.

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What is tokenised gold, and why are billions flowing into it?

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What Is Tokenized Gold and Why Are Billions Being Invested in It?Tokenised gold explained: how it works, its benefits, risks and the market’s leading projects.

An explainer on tokenised gold: how it works, its pros and pitfalls, and why investors are piling in.

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The funding rate: how it helps anticipate price reversals in bitcoin and EthereumHow funding rates flag reversals in bitcoin and Ethereum before price moves.

Learn how the futures-balancing mechanism flags market capitulation or euphoria before the price moves.

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What is zkEVM?A zkEVM brings ZK proofs to the EVM for faster, cheaper, secure Ethereum scaling.

A zkEVM is a smart-contract runtime that supports zero-knowledge proofs and is fully compatible with Ethereum.

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Developers Propose Integrating Private Transactions into EthereumFacet co-founder Tom Lehman proposes EIP-8182 for Ethereum's Hegota update, enhancing private transactions.

Facet co-founder Tom Lehman has proposed the inclusion of the EIP-8182 standard in the upcoming Ethereum update. This initiative will introduce a secure pool for private transfers.

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Who is Kevin Warsh — the new Federal Reserve chairWho is Kevin Warsh, the new Fed chair, and what to expect from his tenure.

Who Kevin Warsh is and what is expected from the new chair of the US Federal Reserve. Answers, in brief.

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London Mayor Blocks Palantir’s Deal with PoliceLondon Mayor blocks Palantir's £50 million police contract.

Louis Mosley, head of Palantir's UK division, criticized London Mayor Sadiq Khan after he blocked a nearly £50 million contract with the Metropolitan Police.

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Bitcoin holds above $77,000 as oil slumpsBitcoin tops $77,000, up 0.5%, holding above the 50-day moving average at $76,940.

On May 25, bitcoin rose above $77,000, up 0.5%, holding above the 50-day moving average at $76,940.

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Socket Uncovers Supply Chain Attack on Cryptocurrency and AI DevelopersSocket reported a supply chain attack on cryptocurrency and AI developers.

Socket reported a supply chain attack targeting cryptocurrency and AI developers, aimed at stealing digital assets and data.

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Bitcoin Mining Launched at Idle Power Plant in BoliviaBitcoin mining project launched at idle power plant in Bolivia.

Alps Blockchain, in partnership with Qurubiqa, has launched a bitcoin mining project at an unused gas-fired thermal power plant in Bolivia's Cochabamba department.

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Anthropic Reveals 10,000 Critical Vulnerabilities in Project Glasswing’s Initial ReportAnthropic's initial report on Project Glasswing reveals over 10,000 critical vulnerabilities.

Anthropic has released the initial report on Project Glasswing, a vulnerability detection program using the Claude Mythos model.

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Quantum Company Shares Surge Following US Government Support AnnouncementQuantum company shares rose after US announced $2 billion support under CHIPS R&D program.

Shares of quantum companies rose following the announcement by the US Department of Commerce of a $2 billion allocation to American firms under the CHIPS R&D program.

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Keyrock Identifies Cryptocurrencies as Financial Base for AI AgentsCryptocurrency payments are becoming the settlement layer for AI agents.

Cryptocurrency payments are emerging as the settlement layer for AI agents, as the infrastructure of payment cards is ill-suited for microtransactions.

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Experts Warn of Accelerated Quantum Threat Due to AIAI accelerates quantum computing development, threatening cryptography sooner.

Artificial intelligence is accelerating the development of quantum computing and shortening the timeline in which modern cryptography may become vulnerable

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Scientists Unveil AI System for Graphene Transistor AssemblyResearchers unveil Qumus, an AI system for quantum material experiments.

Researchers have introduced Qumus, an autonomous AI system for experiments with quantum materials.

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The week in crypto: SpaceX holds 18,712 BTC and Iran offers bitcoin insuranceSpaceX holds 18,712 BTC; Musk loses to OpenAI; Iran offers bitcoin ship insurance.

SpaceX disclosed 18,712 BTC; Musk lost his case against OpenAI; Iran rolled out bitcoin ship insurance; and more.

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