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Crypto PAC's $5.5 Million Endorsement Leads to Maryland Victory, More Allies Emerge
Adrian Boafo, a Democratic candidate in Maryland, received substantial support from the crypto sector, leading to his primary victory and the advancement of other crypto allies.
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Catholic Leaders Raise Concerns Over Crypto's Clarity Act
Catholic leaders oppose the Clarity Act, warning it may facilitate human trafficking and illegal finance, adding to the bill's growing list of critics.
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Meta Explores Prediction Markets Under the Name 'Arena'
Meta is launching a prediction market platform called "Arena" that will allow users to make predictions using points, leveraging its vast social media user base.
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OpenAI's GPT-5.5 Cyber AI Surpasses Anthropic's Banned Model
OpenAI's GPT-5.5-Cyber outperforms Anthropic's banned Mythos AI, marking a significant advancement in cybersecurity capabilities.
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Meta's New Prediction Market App 'Arena' Enters Development Phase
Meta is in the process of creating 'Arena', a prediction market app that will utilize a points system for users to forecast future events instead of cash bets.
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Prosus Unveils ToqanClaw, a Privacy-Focused Alternative to OpenClaw
Prosus has launched ToqanClaw, a no-code AI platform designed to help businesses create custom tools while ensuring data privacy and GDPR compliance.
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Bitcoin Hits Two-Week Low of $62K Amid Tech Stock Volatility
Bitcoin dropped to a two-week low of $62K as tech stocks declined, reflecting shifting investor risk appetite amid expectations of interest rate hikes.
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Ethereum Foundation Reduces Workforce by 20% in Streamlining Effort
The Ethereum Foundation has announced a 20% workforce reduction, letting go of 54 employees as part of a restructuring aimed at efficiency and focus.
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Experts Explain the CBDC Ban for the U.S. Federal Reserve
The U.S. Senate has approved a bill banning the Federal Reserve from issuing a digital dollar until 2030, reflecting a significant stance against CBDCs.
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The SEC's Delay on Stock Tokenization: A Necessary Breather
The SEC's decision to delay tokenizing U.S. stocks is a welcome pause, allowing for the development of better compliance systems, argues Dr. Ravishankar Chamarajnagar.
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Ethereum Foundation lays off 20% of workforce amid leadership shifts
The Ethereum Foundation is undergoing a significant workforce reduction, cutting 20% of its staff due to extensive leadership changes and a restructuring of its strategic focus.
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Thailand Broadens Investigation into $300 Million Chinese Laundering Scheme
Thailand's DSI broadens its investigation into a $300 million money laundering network tied to illegal crypto mining, seizing over 6,390 rigs in the process.
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