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Neo SPCC has released NeoGo v0.122.0 “Vitalization,” a maintenance update focused on eliminating potential state differences between the Go and C# node implementations. The release includes five compatibility fixes spanning native contracts and VM instructions, alongside compiler improvements. The update is compatible with C# node v3.10+ and requires no blockchain resynchronization or configuration changes. Compatibility hardening continues State divergences, where different node implementations process the same transactions differently, pose a critical risk to multi-client networks, potentially causing consensus failures or unreliable execution results. NeoGo has systematically targeted these issues across recent releases, from the 41 MainNet discrepancies resolved in v0.119.0…

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission [CFTC] has widened regulatory relief for software companies that connect users to regulated derivatives markets. The decision could help crypto wallets add access to products such as perpetual futures and event contracts without registering as brokers. But this new decision does not offer any direct protection to developers facing criminal allegations like those brought in the Tornado Cash case. CFTC expands earlier Phantom relief The new no-action position was announced by the CFTC’s Market Participants Division on September 17. It expands relief that was previously granted to crypto wallet provider Phantom in March. Other…

At the Avalanche Summit, Filecoin unveiled a groundbreaking architecture that addresses deeds and appraisals for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) using InterPlanetary File System (IPFS). This new system, presented by @shanvasion, stores data on Filecoin with storage proofs and anchors it on-chain. The implications of this development could significantly enhance transparency and security in asset tokenization, as detailed in the original tweet. Breaking It Down The announcement comes amidst a mixed sentiment in the broader crypto market, reflecting traders’ cautious optimism. While many assets exhibit sideways movements, Filecoin’s focus on RWAs positions it strategically for future growth. The testnet demo is…

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, experienced a series of negative developments this week. Despite these setbacks, $BTC managed to hold above the critical $76,000 level. This is considered a positive signal for $BTC’s upward trajectory, with Matthew Sigel from VanEck stating that Bitcoin will reach $100,000 next year. VanEck Predicts Bitcoin to Reach $100,000! Matthew Sigel, head of digital asset research at US asset management company VanEck, predicted that Bitcoin could reach $100,000 next year. Speaking recently to CNBC, Matthew Sigel noted that current conditions in the cryptocurrency market differ from previous cycles. Sigel noted that Bitcoin’s volatility has decreased by…

FinTax, a provider of crypto treasury and tax solutions alongside AI infrastructure, has secured seed funding in a round led by YZi Labs, the company announced. The investment round also saw participation from Amber Group, Hashhouse FundiAI, Waverider International, and Nexus Holdings. While the exact amount of the investment was not disclosed, the company confirmed it was valued at $40 million. Strategic Investment and Partnership YZi Labs, which led the round, plans to collaborate closely with FinTax to develop institutional-grade treasury and tax infrastructure. The partnership will also focus on establishing regulatory compliance standards and exploring cooperation in areas such…

The firm filed a proposed class action in the Southern District of New York in April, alleging false advertising, deceptive practices, negligent misrepresentation and unjust enrichment. The complaint claimed the project marketed itself as an “autonomous, AI-run venture fund” even though Walters and other insiders controlled it. It also alleged that holders were diluted during the migration from AI16Z to ELIZAOS. The rebrand followed objections from venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, commonly known as a16z, over the original name. “Their claim was ridiculous, but we didn’t have the capital to legally fight it,” Walters wrote. He added that he once…

Uniswap (UNI) founder Hayden Adams drew attention to the assessment made by SEC member Hester Peirce following the “Innovation Exemption” decision announced by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on September 17. According to Adams, the most important development of the day for automated market makers (AMMs) was not the SEC’s official decision, but rather Peirce’s approach to decentralized systems. The SEC has granted a temporary and conditional exemption to platforms called “Tokenized Securities Platforms,” which allow certain tokenized US stocks to be traded on-chain. The agency requires these platforms to meet specific transparency, record-keeping, trading volume, and technological…

Virtuals Protocol has officially launched on the Arc Chain, allowing users to tokenize assets and share co-ownership. This announcement, made via their official tweet, highlights a significant development in the platform’s capabilities. The launch could potentially attract a broader audience of builders and agents interested in decentralized applications. The Story So Far The broader cryptocurrency market is currently exhibiting mixed signals, with varying momentum across major assets. Virtuals Protocol’s move to launch on the Arc chain adds a new layer of functionality, allowing users to tokenize their assets for shared ownership. This could foster innovative projects and collaborations within the…

Bitcoin ($BTC) is showing strong signs that its latest long-term floor is already in, according to a classic trading indicator. Key points: In August, the Fisher Transform indicator delivered a monthly bullish crossover for only the fourth time in Bitcoin’s history, according to Willy Woo. Previous monthly crossovers accompanied the end of Bitcoin bear markets, including in late 2022, when the Fisher Transform Indicator hit -3.83. A bullish divergence continued on weekly time frames, echoing the closing stages of the 2022 $BTC price downtrend. Analyst sees evidence of clean $BTC price reversal In an X thread on Friday, analyst Willy…

Strategy founder Michael Saylor has highlighted how his company explored the potential of an AI solution to boost performance. According to Saylor, his firm used AI to solve a unique problem that eventually earned it $15 billion last year. Saylor noted that his company, Strategy, used OpenAI’s ChatGPT to design a hybrid preferred stock that bypassed standard corporate limitations. Saylor and his team deployed the AI solution as an interactive financial and legal sounding board to build the specific architecture of the new securities. He revealed that it was his firm’s engagement with the AI solution that introduced $STRK—a Bitcoin-backed…