Tag: future technology

AI Meets Crypto: Yupp's $33M Seed & the Future of Web3

AI Meets Crypto: Yupp's $33M Seed & the Future of Web3

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Yupp Yupp has definitely made a big splash recently in the tech world. The startup that works at the intersection of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology raised a stunning $33 million in seed funding. A16z Crypto, the crypto-focused arm of Andreessen Horowitz, managed this major investment. Led by participation from...

DFINITY's AI: Web3 Apps Write Themselves! Future of ICP?

DFINITY's AI: Web3 Apps Write Themselves! Future of ICP?

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The world of Web3 is growing and changing rapidly, and one of its most exciting new protocols—DFINITY’s Internet Computer Protocol (ICP)—is leading the way. ICP provides an infinitely scalable and totally decentralized compute layer engineered to serve as the world’s blockchain, powering the next generation of Web3 applications. What if...

XYO's Arie Trouw on DePIN's Future & Verified Data

XYO's Arie Trouw on DePIN's Future & Verified Data

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With its innovative Layer 1 blockchain, XYO is already paving the way in the decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) space. This new blockchain will be purpose-built for DePIN and RWAs. It leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and real-world data to develop robust alignment between governance and network usefulness. As Arie Trouw,...

NFTs Save the World? Inside the Cold War Bunker Dream

NFTs Save the World? Inside the Cold War Bunker Dream

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Let’s face it, the world seems a little uncertain these days. Political instability and climate change are two major challenges we face today. Given all this uncertainty swirling about, retreating to a doomsday bunker almost sounds like common sense rather than a conspiracy theory. What if we could democratize, even...

NFTs Save the World? Inside the Wild Dream of a Crypto Bunker Club

NFTs Save the World? Inside the Wild Dream of a Crypto Bunker Club

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Okay, let's be real. You're probably rolling your eyes. NFTs saving the world? Sounds like peak crypto-bro delusion, right? A pack of virtual gorillas looking to purchase their escape from doom’s day. But stick with me for a minute, because Dead Bruv's "Billionaire Bunker Club" – while undeniably absurd –...

Japan's Bitcoin Revolution: A Boon for Artists and Web3 Creators?

Is Japan on the verge of accidentally unleashing a tsunami of creative destruction and financial liberation onto the rest of the emerging markets? I know this seems like a tall order, but hear me out. Japan’s regulatory change to officially recognize Bitcoin as a financial product. This step is a...

5 Ways This Crypto Bill Empowers Southeast Asian Artists, Not Wall Street

Let’s be honest, when you hear about crypto regulation, your first thought probably isn't Southeast Asian artists finding new avenues for creative expression. Surely visions of Wall Street honchos and inscrutable derivatives dance in your head. Well, what if I told you that the Senate’s Banking Committee just released their...

Crypto's 'Light-Touch' Regulation Gamble Will It Protect You?

The Senate Committee’s proposed “light-touch” regulatory framework for crypto is a long high-stakes poker game. Are we all truly holding a winning hand, or are we collectively bluffing our way into a future financial crisis? It’s a question every investor, every innovator, and frankly, every citizen should want to know....

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Mainstream Moment?

Donald Trump Jr.’s scheduled keynote address at KBW2025 is raising eyebrows and inspiring intense discussion across the Web3 ecosystem. He’s just a high-profile guy shaking things up in the crypto world. His presence further exemplifies the increasing importance of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the traditional economy. Does...

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Punk Rock Moment or Sellout?

Or I think about Nandar, a wonderful Burmese artist that I met in Yangon, sharing with me her latest NFT collection. Each work exploded with vivid imagery, bravely fighting back against the junta’s repressive hold. She began selling them directly to supporters around the world, allowing her to cleverly sidestep...

KBW2025: Is Trump Jr. Web3's Trojan Horse or its Savior?

Donald Trump Jr. at Korea Blockchain Week? It's a head-scratcher, isn't it? About as easy as locating a MAGA hat at a Burning Man soirée. Before we put this down as just another short-lived publicity stunt, let’s take a closer look at what this could IoTally Web3 means. Cynical ploy...

Schiff's Crypto Ban: Is He Protecting Us or Silencing Innovation?

Senator Adam Schiff's proposed crypto ban, the COIN Act, aimed at preventing the President (read: Donald Trump) from dabbling in digital assets, raises a critical question: Is this genuine protection against corruption, or a veiled attempt to stifle innovation, especially for emerging markets? Let's be real, the optics are terrible....