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July 3, 2024

Crypto Buzz: Sui’s Fast Blockchain, Hamster Kombat Craze, Swiss Fintech, Meta's Holo Glasses and More!

Welcome to the latest edition of the Crypto Weekly Digest! 🚀✨

Get ready to dive into the ever-evolving crypto universe, where things move rapidly! We’ve packed this edition with all the freshest updates, groundbreaking innovations, and thrilling developments.

From mind-blowing blockchain advancements to the latest market movements and game-changing tech, we’ve got you covered.💡

Strap in for an exhilarating journey through the hottest stories in the crypto world!

Sui’s Supercharged Blockchain: 🚀 Objects and the Move Language!

Ever thought blockchain could be cooler and faster? Meet Sui, the newest sensation in the crypto world!🌐

Sui is rocking an object-centric model with the Move programming language, ditching the old-school account balances. Instead, Sui treats everything like objects, making transactions smoother and safer.🔒

Perfect for handling NFTs and complex assets without the usual hassle. It’s like blockchain’s way of saying, “Chill, I got this!” 😎

And guess what? With parallel processing, Sui is set to zoom past 100,000 transactions per second!⚡

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready to explore how Sui might just be the game-changer we’ve all been waiting for! 🌟

Hamster Kombat: The Game Taking Over the World! 🐹

Hamster Kombat is zooming up the charts as the third-fastest app to hit 150 million users. This quirky Telegram-based game lets you play as a hamster CEO of a crypto exchange, capturing hearts and screens everywhere. 💖📱

With fun clicker mechanics, strategic upgrades, and an epic community vibe, it's no wonder everyone’s hooked.

Plus, its YouTube channel is smashing records, proving that hamsters really do rule the world! 🎥

Whether you're upgrading your hamster's crypto empire or engaging in thrilling in-game events, the excitement never stops.

Will Hamster Kombat make it into the Guinness World Records? With its rapid rise and dedicated fanbase, it certainly has a chance. Stay tuned to see if this adorable and addictive game breaks yet another record! 🏆

Swiss Fintech and Web3 Wallet: The Ultimate Banking Dream Team! 💡

Who said banking had to be boring? Swiss fintech Fiat24 just teamed up with the Web3-powered ONTO Wallet to sprinkle some magic on digital banking! 🏦✨

This dynamic duo is breathing life into decentralized identity (DID) systems, letting you be the boss of your digital identity while securely juggling your finances.

With this power-packed partnership, you can open Swiss IBAN accounts and manage both digital and traditional assets, all from the snazzy ONTO app. Talk about leveling up your banking game! Get ready to handle your money like never before, all while keeping your data as safe as a dragon's hoard. 🛡️🧩

Meta’s Holographic Glasses Bring Web3 Magic to Your Pocket! 🕶️

Ready to ditch your smartphone for something way cooler? Meta ’s cooking up holographic glasses, and Mark Zuckerberg is super excited! Imagine NFTs popping up like Pokémon Go creatures right before your eyes! 📱➡️🕶️

These smart glasses come packed with cameras, mics, speakers, and a full field-of-view holographic display, letting you leave your phone in your pocket and still stay connected. And guess what? Meta’s also working on a neural wristband, so you can control your digital world with just a flick of your finger. Get ready for a fun and futuristic Web3 adventure! 🌐

Coinbase Skips $7.5B AI Token Merger 💲

Coinbase is saying "no thanks" to the $7.5 billion AI token merger involving SingularityNet, Fetch.ai, and Ocean Protocol. This merger is all about creating a unified AI token called ASI. While Coinbase won’t support the migration directly, you can still get in on the action using self-custodial wallets like Coinbase Wallet.

Here's the scoop: the merging starts with OCEAN transforming into FET on July 1, and later in the month, FET will morph into ASI. Coinbase has promised that FET and OCEAN trades will continue as usual, so no worries there. To jump on board, just use a self-custodial wallet to convert your tokens to ASI when the migration launches.

This merger is a big leap towards the largest decentralized AI ecosystem, aiming to develop blockchain-based AI protocols free from centralized control. 🌐🌊

The buzz has already sparked a market rally, with FET and AGIX tokens surging over 30% on June 20. 📈 As AI and blockchain join forces, this merger could bring groundbreaking advancements in decentralized tech. Get ready for the Superintelligence Alliance and a new era of decentralized AI! 🌟🚀

Ethereum and Layer-2s Steal the Show in Crypto Q2 🎭

Crypto Q2 was a rollercoaster, with Bitcoin Inc. and Ethereum taking center stage! 🎢 While Bitcoin miners were busy selling off reserves (over $2 billion worth!), causing BTC prices to drop 12.8%, Ethereum only dipped by a modest 3.1%. Thanks to the approval of spot ETH ETFs, Ethereum saw a 10% boost, giving it a nice cushion. 🌟📈

But the real stars were the layer-2 blockchains like Arbitrum, Base, and Optimism, which saw a massive surge in activity—four times more, to be exact! This boom was fueled by Ethereum’s EIP-4844 upgrade, which cut down transaction fees and spurred on-chain action. Looks like the crypto stage is set for more exciting performances ahead! 🎬

Roaring Kitty Lawsuit Dropped Like a Hot Potato! 🥔

In a plot twist worthy of Wall Street, a lawsuit against Roaring Kitty, aka Keith Gill, was dropped just three days after it was filed. ⚖️

Investor Martin Radev accused Gill of securities fraud, claiming he orchestrated a "pump and dump" scheme with GameStop shares. But poof! The case was voluntarily dismissed "without prejudice," meaning it could pop up again.

Despite the brief legal hiccup, Roaring Kitty’s cryptic social media return and clever stock moves continue to keep everyone on their toes. 🐱 Gill, famous for the GameStop short squeeze, recently re-emerged on social media, stirring up excitement with cryptic memes and bold stock moves. Now, he's eyeing Chewy, sparking speculation of another epic stock surge. 📈 Who knows what’s next? Stay tuned for more Wall Street shenanigans! 🏦

GameFi for All: Play Without a Crypto Wallet! 🎮

Say goodbye to the hassle of crypto wallets with GGEM’s new Web3 launcher! This blockchain gaming platform is bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3, making it super easy for everyone to dive into GameFi. 🕹️

Now, you can play RPGs, strategy games, and more without any installations or wallet setups. Just log in and start playing, earning tokens and NFTs along the way!

GGEM’s user-friendly design and seamless gameplay experience ensure that even those new to blockchain can jump right in. With daily quests, challenges, and an educational hub, GGEM is leveling up the gaming world for everyone! 🌟

DePIN: The Cloud Computing Game Changer 🌩️

Cloud computing’s about to get a major upgrade, thanks to DePIN networks and SwanChain’s innovative ecosystem! 💡

As cloud giants like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud dominate the market, any hiccup can cause worldwide chaos—remember Meta’s 2024 outage?

Enter DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) and DeREN (Decentralized Resource Networks), poised to make cloud computing safer, cheaper, and more transparent.

SwanChain leads the charge with a decentralized platform offering AI computing, storage, and more at a fraction of the cost of traditional services. Imagine running complex AI tasks or 3D animations with providers bidding to offer their resources, cutting costs and time significantly. 🖥️

With the AI market booming, DePINs are set to revolutionize access to computing power, democratizing technology for all. Read the full Cointelegraph Research report for more on how DePINs are reshaping the cloud landscape! 📊

Major Crypto Projects Set to Unlock $755M in July 🔓

Get ready for a crypto shake-up! In July, over $755 million worth of tokens from big names like AltLayer, The Arbitrum Foundation, Optimism Foundation, and more will be unlocked as their vesting periods conclude. 🔑

This means early investors and team members can finally sell their tokens, potentially stirring the market waters.

AltLayer is leading the pack, unlocking a whopping $125 million in ALT tokens on July 25, followed by Xai with $93 million on July 9. These releases could bring significant price movements, so keep an eye on your favorite tokens! 📊

Will the market see a dip or a surge? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: July is going to be an exciting month in the crypto world! 🌟

Hong Kong Eyes DeFi and DAO Helps Free Julian Assange! 🔓

Last week, Hong Kong made waves by targeting DeFi and the metaverse to boost its fintech dominance. Government-backed studies revealed massive growth opportunities in these areas, from a $6 billion market cap in 2021 to over $80 billion in 2023! 📈

Meanwhile, AssangeDAO spent a whopping $37 million to help free WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange after 14 years of legal battles. 💸

This decentralized organization pooled funds to support his legal defense, showcasing the power of DAOs in real-world issues.

In other news, crypto hacks and scams surged over 100% in Q2 2024, with losses hitting $572 million. MakerDAO also faced a phishing scam that cost a governance delegate $11 million in tokens. 😱

Stay tuned for more DeFi updates next week, as we continue to explore this rapidly evolving space!

AI News 📢

AI Needs Its "Killer App" to Prove It's Not Just Hype! 🤖

Is AI the next big thing or just another tech bubble waiting to burst? Analysts from Goldman Sachs and MIT can't seem to agree. 🧠

Some are optimistic, predicting that a game-changing AI application will soon emerge, while others are skeptical, particularly about short-term transformative changes.

MIT’s Daron Acemoglu believes truly transformative AI changes might take over a decade, while Goldman Sachs’ Kash Rangan thinks the current investments could lead to major breakthroughs. With tech giants set to spend over $1 trillion on AI, the pressure is on for AI to deliver something revolutionary. 💼

Whether AI will have its "iPhone moment" of mass adoption remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: the excitement and investment in AI are at an all-time high! 🌟💡

Robinhood Users Get AI Trading Assistants! 📈

Big news for Robinhood traders! The platform has acquired Pluto Capital, an AI-powered investment research firm, to boost your trading game. 🤑

With Pluto's AI, you'll get personalized investment strategies, real-time insights, and data analytics tools to help you make smarter trades quickly and confidently.

Jacob Sansbury, Pluto’s founder, will join Robinhood to help integrate these AI tools, optimizing your portfolio based on your risk tolerance and investment goals. Plus, with real-time data on stock prices, news, and financial reports, you'll have a competitive edge in the market. 🌟

Stay tuned as Robinhood continues to innovate and bring cutting-edge technology to your fingertips! 📊

Level Up Your Gaming with AI and NFTs! 🎮

Gaming just got a turbo boost! Itheum is shaking up the gaming world by blending AI and Web3 tech, letting you transform your in-game data into valuable NFTs. 🕹️

With the Gamer Passport, your gaming data can be securely tokenized and traded, giving you the power to earn rewards and bragging rights. Imagine owning and cashing in on your gaming achievements!

This cutting-edge approach means AI in gaming gets the top-notch data it needs to create jaw-dropping, personalized experiences. 🤖🎨

Think smarter NPCs, more immersive worlds, and gameplay tailored just for you. Plus, you can trade or sell your gaming data and assets on the blockchain, making your gaming time even more rewarding. 🔄💎

Get ready for the next generation of gaming, where your skills and data are yours to own and profit from! Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore enthusiast, Itheum is set to transform your gaming experience like never before. 🎮

South Korea’s Chip Giant Bets Big on AI! 💸

South Korea’s second-largest chipmaker, SK Hynix, is set to pour a whopping $75 billion into AI development through 2028! 💰

This major investment comes hot on the heels of their recent $90 billion commitment to a new chip fabrication facility near Seoul. The parent company, SK Group, plans to secure an additional $57.8 billion by 2026, aiming for a total AI investment of nearly $133 billion! 🏗️

SK Group is doubling down on AI to bounce back from recent financial losses and streamline its sprawling operations, which currently include over 175 subsidiaries. They hope this AI pivot will skyrocket their profits from $16 billion in 2024 to $30 billion by the end of 2025. With the global demand for AI-capable chips soaring, SK Hynix is ready to take on tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and NVIDIA in the competitive AI arena. 🌐

Stay tuned as SK Hynix transforms the future of AI and semiconductor technology! 🌟

That's a wrap for this week's Crypto Weekly Digest! 🚀

We hope you enjoyed diving into the latest trends and updates shaping the world of crypto and blockchain.

Stay tuned for more insights and breaking news in our next edition.

Remember, the crypto world never sleeps, and neither do we when it comes to bringing you the freshest content. Until next time, happy trading, and stay curious! 💡🌐

July 3, 2024