12/06/25 – Musk Called Trump Privately Before Posting Message of ‘Regret’'
The New York TimesA dramatic political show that can be on netflix tomorrow.
11/06/25 – OpenAI signs surprise deal with Google Cloud despite fierce AI rivalry
Ars TechnicaWhen the AI rivalry is so fierce, you just start sharing data centers. The ultimate "keep your friends close and your enemies closer" move.
09/06/25 – Sui's Cetus DEX Is Back Online After $223M Exploit
CoindeskCetus DEX is back! Now with 80% fewer millions missing (because Sui just covered it). Security is a journey, not a destination, apparently.
06/06/25 – Donald Trump says Elon Musk has ‘lost his mind’ and dismisses peace offering
The GuardianWith many speculating whether it is a "4D chess" or just a show, its probably a mix of both. The two men with outsized egos eventually and finally clashed. But where does this lead for the world?
04/06/25 – Musk calls Trump's tax bill a 'disgusting abomination'
BBC newsWhile Trump’s primary goal is for welfare reforms and spending cuts to reduce the deficit compared to a baseline where the 2017 tax cuts expire, and for economic growth plus tariff revenues to help stabilize the debt, many economists and Elon Musk, claim that the bill’s large tax cuts and increased spending, even with welfare reforms, are expected to add trillions to the national debt over the next decade.
03/06/25 – James Wynn’s second $100M Bitcoin bet: ‘They are hunting me’
cointelegraphJames Wynn, a typical high-stakes gambler in crypto, is risking it all against algorithms (MM), betting on an extremely thin margin.
30/05/25 – Hyperliquid trader flips $3M into $27.5M during crypto rally
cointelegraphA Hyperliquid trader has pulled off an explosive and high-risk trading run, turning a $3 million deposit into $27.5 million in profit in just 52 days. – Bold move riding on the big crypto rally from late April, gotta have the go big or go home mindset lol
16/10/24 – Tesla's Movement with BTC?
coindeskRecently, Tesla reportedly moved its entire Bitcoin holdings, totaling 11,509 BTC, to new, undisclosed digital addresses. This sparked my curiosity to explore more about his views on cryptocurrencies. The only assets he has openly supported are Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Dogecoin. He stated, "Doge is the people's crypto, so I will support it."
This highlights an interesting reality: all these memecoins started as jokes but have now become important assets. Memecoins represent today's cryptocurrency market, driven mainly by speculation and relying on community participation for success, much like web3. This concept resonates with the overall ecosystem, following the underlying routes established by its predecessors. Can't help but wonder if it's just a coincidence or a deliberate strategy, lol.
14/10/24 - The dynamic trends in the crypto space
theblock.coSearch volume for "bitcoin," "Ethereum," "NFTs," and "DeFi" is currently low, while interest in "memecoins" is rising again, particularly following Murad Mahmudov's discussion on the "memecoin supercycle" at Token2049. This trend may indicate that traditional terminology has become familiar to the public as the cryptocurrency market matures. Alternatively, memecoins are inherently more relatable, digestible, and accessible, leveraging the power of social media and gaining tractions from a wider audience due to a lower barrier to entry.
12/10/24 - Trump the Crypto president?
WLFI - a new DeFi protocol backed by Donald Trump and his family, is set to launch a public token sale on October 15, just three weeks before the presidential election. Concerns are bubbling up in the crypto space about how these ‘non-transferable’ tokens are being distributed towards insiders vs public sale, as many are questioning whether it aligns with the values of decentralization and fairness that crypto advocates promote.
14/10/24 - The dynamic trends in the crypto space
Search volume for "bitcoin," "Ethereum," "NFTs," and "DeFi" is currently low, while interest in "memecoins" is rising again, particularly following Murad Mahmudov's discussion on the "memecoin supercycle" at Token2049. This trend may indicate that traditional terminology has become familiar to the public as the cryptocurrency market matures. Alternatively, memecoins are inherently more relatable, digestible, and accessible, leveraging the power of social media and gaining tractions from a wider audience due to a lower barrier to entry.
11/10/24 - Stripe reintroducing Crypto payments
Stripe is re-enabling payments for U.S. businesses, businesses can receive stablecoin payments from customers across over 150 countries, with funds converted to U.S. dollars. The initiatives taken by these large companies are leading examples in the digital asset space, inspiring others and suggesting a bright future for the industry.
07/10/24 - Hamster Kombat to launch NFTs: Is NFT making a comeback?
I was one of the skeptics during the NFT craze. For one, I didn't fully understand it, and for another, I always felt that everything tends to drop once it reaches its peak. It seems like NFTs are making a comeback in the metaverse, and I'm curious to see how it will develop and whether they will ever reach their previous highs again.
08/10/24 - SFC plans to approve More Cryptocurrency Exchange Licenses by Year-End
If you follow the news, here is an overview why Hong Kong lags behind Singapore: Hong Kong regulates cryptocurrencies mainly through the Securities and Futures Commission and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. They apply existing laws to digital assets, which creates a confusing and inconsistent regulatory environment. In contrast, Singapore has a more straightforward approach with its Monetary Authority, which licenses digital asset services under the Payment Services Act. This provides clear rules for businesses. While both regions want to be leaders in the crypto space, Hong Kong modifies old laws, whereas Singapore actively builds a specific regulatory framework for digital assets.
06/10/24 - Using AI systems to train robots for physical environments
This post is for fun, so has anyone watched "m3gan"? Haha
05/10/24 - Coinbase is delisting Tether's USDT?
Coinbase plans to delist stablecoins that don't comply with EU MiCA regulations by the end of December. If they were to remove USDT, it could lead to increased volatility in the crypto market due to lower liquidity, changes in investor sentiment, and potential regulatory consequences.
03/10/24 - Apple's AI Launch
Apple is supposedly launching Apple Intelligence this month - AI-driven software tools available with iOS 18.1, featuring enhancements to Siri, automatic text summarization, audio transcription, and photo editing tools. Who else is excited?
30/09/24 - HKMA commences Phase 2 of e-HKD
As highlighted in my recent case study, the Hong Kong government is actively investigating innovative applications for digital currencies, including e-HKD and tokenized deposits. Insights gained from this phase will be publicly disclosed by the end of 2025.
29/09/24 - Paypal x Crypto Wallet
So I got hyped up when they annouced the release but to clarify, the service is currently limited to the U.S. market. The lack of PayPal's cryptocurrency services in Asia is mainly due to regulatory challenges, but let's hope that it will become available in the near future.
28/09/24 - Meta AR Orion glasses: Yay or nay?
These lightweight, large holographic displays enable limitless 2D and 3D digital experiences in both indoor and outdoor settings, integrating contextual AI to understand and anticipate your needs while allowing users to interact face-to-face. I'd love to try it but i think i will look like a major bookworm lol, unless it comes out in a variety of fashionable styles.
28/09/24 - Meta AR Orion glasses: Yay or nay?
These lightweight, large holographic displays enable limitless 2D and 3D digital experiences in both indoor and outdoor settings, integrating contextual AI to understand and anticipate your needs while allowing users to interact face-to-face. I'd love to try it but i think i will look like a major bookworm lol, unless it comes out in a variety of fashionable styles.
27/09/24 - xForge vs Solana Seeker: Ethereum Enters the Blockchain Phone War
Combination of affordability, direct blockchain integration, enhanced security, and the potential of a growing ecosystem makes both options an attractive alternative to conventional centralized mobile devices. I mean, I may eventually get one
26/09/24 - Solana Seeker Smartphone
Scheduled for release in 2025, the Solana Seeker is their second-generation Web3 smartphone and has already surpassed 140,000 presales. With features like an integrated Seed Vault wallet and upgraded dApp store, it will surely be popular amongst web3 and crypto enthusiasts. The question remains whether it will only compete against Ethereum's xForge, or if it will eventually level up to challenge centralized mobile devices like Apple or Samsung.
24/09/24 - The Story Behind Adidas's $20,000 Roblox Necklace
Simon Burgess, the creative mind behind 2,000 digital Gucci items and a rare 'Dominus' hood created during the early days of Roblox, is now valued at approximately $400,000. This isn’t surprising considering that Gen Z's engagement with technology and their spending power significantly differ from previous generations.