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YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs) announced an investment in AI-powered digital heritage project Funes. Funes aims to permanently preserve the cultural and architectural heritage of human civilization in the digital environment by creating the world’s largest open 3D architectural model archive. YZi Labs argued that this investment strengthens the company’s “AI-culture-real-world data infrastructure” strategy. Funes uses community-sourced photogrammetry and computer vision technologies to record human-made structures, from temples and castles to monasteries and modern buildings, in high-accuracy 3D. In an era of rapid digital growth, physical structures built over centuries are increasingly disappearing. Funes was founded to preserve these lost…

Keonne Rodriguez, co-founder of Bitcoin privacy tool Samourai Wallet, spent Christmas Eve documenting his first day inside a US federal prison, offering a personal account as a crypto developer now serving a five-year sentence. In a letter shared by The Rage, he described the experience of surrendering himself to the prison camp. The account detailed the intake process, which included searches, medical clearances and the transition into prison housing. Rodriguez also described the emotional weight of leaving his family days before Christmas. “While not at all comfortable, it is manageable. While I rather be at home with my wife and…

LazAI, an AI-native blockchain ecosystem focused on onchain data verification, has announced the launch of its Alpha Mainnet. The release marks the first live deployment of verifiable AI data assetization and onchain AI agent execution with settlement in $METIS. LazAI develops blockchain infrastructure for AI data ownership and execution. With the Alpha Mainnet live, interactions with LazAI’s AI agents, including Lazbubu and SoulTarot, now generate Data Anchoring Tokens. These tokens permanently record AI-generated data onchain, making it traceable, verifiable, and economically meaningful. Lazbubu and SoulTarot are consumer-facing AI agents for interactive digital experiences. The mainnet transition means AI interactions on…

Ethereum price fails to sustain a move above key resistance as a low-volume bounce fades, keeping bearish structure intact and increasing the risk of a rotation toward $2,600 support. Summary Ethereum rejects again at the Point of Control resistance. Recent bounce lacks bullish volume confirmation. Break below $2,800 opens risk toward $2,600 support. Ethereum (ETH) price remains under downside pressure as recent recovery attempts continue to lack conviction. Price action has once again failed to hold above the Point of Control (POC) after multiple rejection attempts, signaling that buyers are struggling to regain control. With bullish volume noticeably absent and…

Crypto stocks plummeted amid a wider market downturn as investors fretted anew about macroeconomic uncertainties, including the latest U.S. jobs data, escalating trade tensions and a government shuttering, now in its record 37th day. Robinhood Market shares fell more than 7% to trade at $131, but were down more than 9% at one point, sinking to their lowest mark in more than two weeks, according to Yahoo Financial data. The drop followed just a day after the company surpassed analysts’ estimates for revenues and earnings per share for its third quarter ending Sept. 30. Crypto exchange giant Coinbase tumbled over…

Speaking at the Finance Magnates London Summit (FMLS:25), former MP and UK-US Crypto Alliance founder Dr Lisa Cameron warned that the UK risks forfeiting its ambition to be a crypto hub unless lawmakers move faster on regulation and education. She described how, when she first examined crypto policy in 2021, there had been “no debates or mentions” of cryptocurrency in the House of Commons despite almost four million UK citizens already engaging with digital assets under Financial Conduct Authority estimates. Cameron, a clinical psychologist by training and the first in that profession elected to Westminster, recounted that her journey into…

Ispoverse, a metaverse-based platform of the Ispolink Ecosystem for Web3 talent discovery, has partnered with REI Network, a popular blockchain. The partnership focuses on advancing Web3-based engagement and talent discovery. As Ispolink mentioned in its official social media announcement, the development aims to merge high-performance blockchain technology with cutting-edge virtual environments. Hence, this collaboration is set to offer unique opportunities for Web3 professionals, creators, and developers. ⚡️The Ispoverse & REI Network & Team Up! 🚀@IspoverseGame is partnering with the @GXChainGlobal to revolutionize how Web3 talent is discovered and engaged! Ispoverse will offer immersive space to showcase opportunities within the REI…

The cryptocurrency landscape just witnessed a powerful vote of confidence. In a bold two-day maneuver, London-based investment firm Fasanara Capital acquired a staggering 6,569 Ethereum (ETH). This isn’t just a simple buy-and-hold. Data from Lookonchain reveals a sophisticated DeFi strategy at play, sparking intense discussion about institutional tactics and market sentiment. Let’s break down what this Fasanara Capital ETH purchase truly means for the ecosystem. What Does Fasanara Capital’s Massive ETH Move Signal? When a major institutional player makes a move of this scale, it demands attention. Fasanara Capital didn’t just buy ETH; they deployed it strategically into the Morpho…

In their statements regarding the economic outlook, FED officials made important assessments regarding inflation, employment and monetary policy. The statements indicate that uncertainties regarding the FED’s interest rate path continue. New York Fed President John Williams emphasized that in the real world, monetary policy relies more on data than forecasts. Williams noted that determining the neutral interest rate is “extremely difficult,” adding that models show that rising productivity will push up real interest rates. Fed official Hamack said financial conditions are “quite loose,” adding that it could take two to three years for inflation to return to its 2% target.…

BlockSec, a renowned blockchain security entity, has partnered with Singapore FinTech Association (SFA), Singapore’s swiftly growing fintech organization. The partnership denotes BlockSec’s strategy to boost crypto compliance and security. As BlockSec’s official social media announcement discloses, the development endeavors to accelerate the worldwide crypto adoption. Hence, the platform attempts to partner with top market stakeholders to promote protection and innovation in the digital asset ecosystem. 📣Big news: BlockSec is now a member of the Singapore FinTech Association (SFA) 🇸🇬🤝#SFA is a leading industry platform that brings the fintech ecosystem together and helps drive innovation across Singapore and the region.We look…