Day: July 9, 2023

BlackRock ETF stirs US Bitcoin buying as research says ‘get off zero’

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Bitcoin (BTC) will suck in “all prosperity gains” in future and leave behind those who have no exposure as a result, a new prediction says. In a Twitter thread on July 8, investor Luke Broyles delivered a bold vision of how Bitcoin would become “society’s base money.” Investor tells would-be Bitcoin buyers: “Get off zero” What started off as a commentary on how artificial intelligence (AI) is welcoming BTC soon became a dramatic outline of how it should end up as the world’s go-to currency. For Broyles, Bitcoin’s key attribute…

Bitcoin stalls as meme coins, Dogecoin, and DigiToads presale shine

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Share Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Telegram Copy Link Link copied Investors are searching for the next big thing in crypto due to bitcoin’s frequent setbacks. While it’s challenging to identify worthwhile candidates, meme coins are becoming a popular alternative.  DigiToads is currently running a presale, with TOADS in its final stages and already selling around 95% of its initial tokens allocated for this stage.  Meanwhile, dogecoin (DOGE) continues to inspire a rally in the crypto coin market, reaching its peak at the end of June and showing…

How to land a high-paying job as an AI prompt engineer

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The field of AI is rapidly expanding, and one niche area that has gained significant attention is prompt engineering. As the demand for artificial intelligence (AI) applications and customization grows, the need for skilled AI prompt engineers is on the rise. This article will explore the steps and strategies to land a high-paying job as an AI prompt engineer, including the necessary skills, educational background and job market context. Understanding the role of an AI prompt engineer An AI prompt engineer specializes in designing effective prompts to guide the behavior…

Lightning Labs releases tools to integrate Bitcoin, Lightning Network with AI

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Share Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Telegram Copy Link Link copied Lightning Labs, a company specializing in infrastructure development for the Bitcoin Lightning Network, has introduced a new suite of developer tools designed to integrate Bitcoin with artificial intelligence (AI) applications and Large Language Models (LLMs) like Google Bard or ChatGPT per an update on July 6.  Lightning Labs releases new tools to fast-track integration of AI  Among the tools released include LangChainBitcoin for AI agents to interact directly with Bitcoin and its layer-2 platform, the Lightning Network. Others…

San Francisco’s superior court takes over Fei Protocol’s Discord server

The San Francisco Superior Court has reportedly taken control of Fei Protocol’s Discord server in a class action settlement. Fei Protocol is a decentralized stablecoin project whose native algorithmic stablecoin, FEI, is backed by diverse coins, including DAI, ethereum (ETH), and USDC. Discord takeover and legal notice NFTs The settlement, proposed in a class action lawsuit against Fei Protocol, will provide $17.8 million to compensate all the users who purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens during the Protocol’s Genesis Event, held between March 31 to April 3, 2021. The lawsuit claims that the…

Redacted Money’s Discord server with 10,000 members compromised

CertiK, a blockchain security firm, reports that the Discord server associated with the web3 project, Redacted Money, has been compromised. The hackers gained unauthorized access to the server, with over 10,000 members, including notable personalities and influential figures in the cryptocurrency community. Sensitive data stolen  After accessing the Discord channel, the attackers exploited vulnerabilities and security loopholes to obtain private messages and financial data.  The Redacted Money team is working with law enforcement to investigate the attack and has taken steps to secure the server and prevent future attacks.  It…

XRPL grows in Q2 despite SEC lawsuit concerns: Report

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Despite lingering concerns over the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit, The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has demonstrated significant growth in multiple areas of its protocol during the second quarter of 2023, according to a recent report from crypto analytics platform Messari. The report shows that the circulating market cap of XRP (XRP) has increased by 42.5% year-to-date. The growth was driven by the asset’s price surge in the first quarter; however, in Q2, the market cap declined by 10.7%, from $27.8 billion to $24.8 billion. Although the XRP network experienced a decline in transaction…

Multichain attack triggers Twitter phishing scheme for FTM distribution

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Hackers continue their relentless activities, displaying no signs of slowing down. Shortly after the Multichain hack, these malicious individuals once again launched an attack. Their latest tactic involves spreading a phishing link through Twitter. A fraudulent distribution of Fantom (FTM) to users, falsely linked to the Multichain attack, is rapidly spreading on Twitter, attracting significant attention. This post has garnered numerous retweets, views and even bookmarks from Twitter users. In the disguised tweet, the malicious individuals stated thus;  “Due to the Multichain hack, Fantom Foundation is issuing an emergency FTM…

Salvadoran teenager becomes Bitcoin teacher, no longer earning ‘6 dollars a day’

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A Salvadoran teenager shares his journey of completing El Salvador’s Bitcoin diploma program, Mi Primer Bitcoin, meaning My First Bitcoin. Now, he has returned to his former high school to educate the teachers about Bitcoin (BTC). In a series of tweets on July 8, 18-year-old Gerardo Moran revealed that El Salvador’s Bitcoin diploma program, Mi Primer Bitcoin, which is backed by El Salvador’s Ministry of Education, allowed him to leave behind his life in construction “earning 6 dollars a day.” Hi, my name is Gerardo Moran. I’m a 18 year…

Marathon Digital attributes 21% decline in Bitcoin mined to adverse weather conditions

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Bitcoin mining company Marathon Digital has linked its recent slump in the total amount of Bitcoin’s (BTC) mined in June to the weather conditions in Texas and a drop in transaction fees. According to a July 5 statement, Marathon Digital experienced a “21%” decline in June for the total amount of Bitcoin mined compared to the previous month of May. It was reported that Marathon produced “979 Bitcoin in June,” which, although lower than May, it also reflects a 599% increase compared to June 2022.  The primary reason cited for the…