Maelstrom Launches Bitcoin Grant Program Aiming to Support Developers

The Arthur Hayes-linked Bitcoin-supporting entity Maelstorm has launched a grant program to assist with the technical development of Bitcoin. Developers who wish to receive grants—ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 each—must submit applications on or before August 25. Enhancing Bitcoin’s Resilience and Censorship Resistance Maelstorm, an entity focused on Bitcoin’s technical development, has launched a Bitcoin […] Original

Bitcoin ETF Giant Grayscale Launches Crypto Artificial Intelligence (AI) Fund; NEAR, RNDR, FIL, TAO, LPT Prices Jump

“The blockchain-based AI protocols embody the principles of decentralization, accessibility, and transparency, and the Grayscale team feels strongly that these protocols can help mitigate the fundamental risks emerging alongside the proliferation of AI technology,” Rayhaneh Sharif-Askary, Grayscale’s head of product and research, said in the press release. Source

Usual Money Launches Usual USD on Public Mainnet; TVL Reaches $90M

A project called Usual Money has officially unveiled its public mainnet, launching the usual usd (USD0) stablecoin. This initiative seeks to provide a decentralized alternative to traditional fiat-backed stablecoins. Usual Money Debuts USD0 Stablecoin and USD0++ Liquid Bond According to the project’s team, usual usd (USD0) is a stablecoin supported by real-world assets (RWAs), crafted […] Source CryptoX Portal

Coinbase Launches New Wallet Web App to Streamline Onchain Activity

San Francisco crypto firm Coinbase has introduced a new web application for its wallet, designed to provide users with a unified platform for managing onchain assets. The application aims to simplify the experience for users by offering a comprehensive view of their crypto holdings across various wallets and chains. Coinbase Unveils Web App to Bolster […] Source CryptoX Portal

South Korea Launches Continuous Monitoring for Crypto Transactions

South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) will introduce a continuous monitoring system on July 19 to track suspicious cryptocurrency transactions. Developed with local digital asset exchanges, this system aligns with the country’s Virtual Asset User Protection Act, which aims to regulate trade practices and protect investors. Major Korean crypto exchanges, including Upbit, Bithumb, Coinone, Korbit, […] Source CryptoX Portal

Meta Launches Awards to Drive AI Innovation in Developing Regions

Meta launched the Meta Llama Impact Innovation Awards to support organizations in developing regions that use Meta’s advanced AI models, Llama 2 and 3, to solve local problems in education, environment, and other areas. The AI models are recognized for their enhanced reasoning capabilities and potential to drive economic and social opportunities. Grants of up […] Source CryptoX Portal

Imperial College London launches new lab, backed by £1 million from the IOTA Foundation

The facility is advancing bias-free AI algorithms, circularity in industrial robots and electric vehicles, battery product passports, predictive analytic tools for detecting pollution off-shoring, and more. The IOTA Foundation just announced the inauguration of a new research facility, the Imperial IOTA Infrastructures Lab (I3-Lab), at Imperial College London.  The lab is well-positioned to lead research thanks to a generous £1 million endowment from the IOTA Foundation and additional funding from Imperial College London. The facility aims to advance bias-free AI algorithms, circularity in industrial robots and electric vehicles, battery product…

Aave DAO Launches GHO Stablecoin on Arbitrum Network

Aave DAO has introduced its multi-collateralized stablecoin, GHO, on the Arbitrum network. This move marks the first step in the DAO’s phased strategy for cross-chain expansion. Aave DAO Begins Cross-Chain Expansion With GHO on Arbitrum According to an announcement, Aave DAO has launched GHO on Arbitrum, utilizing the Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). Aave DAO […] Source CryptoX Portal