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Stripe Launches Payments for AI Agents Using USDC and x402 Protocol
Stripe has unveiled a preview of its machine payments tool, enabling developers to charge AI agents using USDC and the x402 protocol.
Sarah Chen2 min - News

OpenAI Introduces Ads in ChatGPT
OpenAI has introduced ads in ChatGPT for users on the Go plan and free accounts, aiming to sustain service operations and expand AI access.
James Park2 min - News

Fed Governor Highlights Diminishing Crypto Hype
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller noted that the excitement around cryptocurrencies is fading, attributing it to uncertainty in regulation and market adjustments.
Elena Volkov1 min - Crypto

The Flip Side of Acceptance
The institutionalization of Bitcoin raises questions about its role in the financial system, challenging the narrative of decentralization and its potential as a global reserve currency.
Marcus Reid4 min - Crypto

Chainlink Co-Founder Discusses Unique Phase of Crypto Industry
Sergey Nazarov of Chainlink discusses the evolving crypto landscape, highlighting the rise of RWA and the importance of institutional adoption.
James Park1 min - Crypto

Amberdata Highlights Lack of Bitcoin Investor Capitulation Signs
Amberdata's Greg Magadini suggests that Bitcoin investors have not yet capitulated, indicating potential further price declines despite recent market movements.
Daniel Kim2 min - Crypto

Experts Debate Ethereum's Price Bottom
Experts are debating whether Ethereum has reached its price bottom, with differing opinions on market conditions and investment opportunities.
James Park2 min - News

FTX Founder Accuses Biden Administration of Political Persecution
Sam Bankman-Fried claims he is a victim of political persecution by the Biden administration, alleging fabricated charges and bias against cryptocurrency.
Daniel Kim2 min - Crypto

Kaiko: Bitcoin Bear Market May Be at Midpoint
Kaiko analysts suggest Bitcoin may be at the midpoint of a bear market, with significant corrections and shifts in trading volume indicating a challenging market phase.
James Park2 min - Crypto

Sharpe Ratio Indicates Final Stage of Bear Market
The Sharpe ratio for Bitcoin has dropped to -10, indicating a potential end to the bear market, according to analysts.
Daniel Kim2 min - Crypto

Bernstein Calls Current Bitcoin Correction the "Weakest in History"
Bernstein analysts label the current Bitcoin correction as the weakest in history, maintaining a bullish forecast of $150,000 by 2026 despite market challenges.
James Park2 min - Crypto

Capital Outflow from Crypto Funds Slows Amid Record Trading Volumes
Capital outflow from crypto funds has slowed to $187 million, indicating a potential end to the market correction, while trading volumes hit record highs.
James Park1 min