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Hong Kong is accelerating its transformation into a global digital finance hub, and Chinese brokerage GF Securities is stepping firmly into the spotlight. In collaboration with blockchain firm HashKey Group, GF Securities has unveiled a new suite of tokenized securities, available in U.S. dollars, Hong Kong dollars, and offshore
A New Take on Building AI For years, the artificial intelligence world has been dominated by a handful of tech giants. They control the data, the tools, and often, the rules of engagement. Sahara AI wants to change that—by opening up the gates. It’s a decentralized platform built
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A new report from the American Security Project (ASP) has raised concerns that top AI chatbots are reflecting Chinese Communist Party (CCP) propaganda and censorship—particularly when responding in Simplified Chinese. The study evaluated five of the world’s most widely used AI-powered chatbots: OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Copilot,
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World Liberty Financial’s native token, WLFI, is drawing fresh attention from publicly traded companies looking to diversify their corporate treasuries with digital assets. Co-founder Zak Folkman revealed the development during a speech at the Permissionless conference in New York on June 25, citing a noticeable uptick in interest from
Regulation
Hong Kong has unveiled its latest digital asset policy roadmap, signaling a deeper commitment to becoming a global leader in crypto regulation, innovation, and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. Announced on June 26, Policy Statement 2.0 on the Development of Digital Assets marks the city’s most ambitious effort yet
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Swiss digital asset firm Taurus SA has announced the launch of its first private stablecoin contract, setting a new standard for privacy and compliance in the stablecoin sector. Built on the Aztec network, the smart contract leverages zero-knowledge proofs to encrypt wallet balances and transactions—marking a significant departure from
Blockchain
Zilliqa has officially rolled out its long-awaited 2.0 upgrade, marking a major transformation in the blockchain’s architecture and capabilities. The update brings full Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility, a new Proof-of-Stake consensus model, and infrastructure tailored for institutional use—all designed to position Zilliqa for the next phase
DeFi
Galaxy Digital, the investment firm led by Mike Novogratz, has secured $175 million for a new venture fund aimed at backing startups in the decentralized finance (DeFi) and stablecoin space. The announcement, first reported by Fortune on June 26, marks a significant expansion of Galaxy’s presence in the venture
Regulation
The European Commission is reportedly considering a key adjustment to its MiCA regulation—one that could offer crypto firms a more flexible path to operating stablecoins within the EU. While the proposed change wouldn't loosen licensing standards, it would allow companies to offer both EU-approved and global versions
Blockchain is often talked about as the foundation of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. But it’s a lot more than just digital money tech. From secure voting systems to supply chain tracking, blockchain is quietly reshaping how information moves online—replacing middlemen with math, and paperwork with code. Here’s what
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Tokyo-listed Metaplanet has raised a massive ¥74.9 billion (about $515 million USD) through a fresh stock issuance, the first step in its ambitious “555 Million Plan” to become one of the largest corporate holders of bitcoin in the world. In a filing released Wednesday, Metaplanet revealed that key backer
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What started as a narrowly focused bill to stop unauthorized AI-generated deepfakes is now raising alarms among digital rights advocates, developers, and online platforms. The NO FAKES Act — short for Nurture Originals, Foster Art, and Keep Entertainment Safe — has evolved into a sweeping proposal that some fear could fundamentally reshape