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The Challenges and Opportunities behind the Convergence of AI and Blockchain.

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Time Stamp: February 1, 2024 1:28 PM - Modified On: February 1, 2024 - Published By:
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  Over the last decade, the potential overlap between cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence (AI) — two significant technological trends of the last decade. The curiosity stems from a natural inclination to find a connection between these innovative domains. On the surface, the synergy seems apparent: the decentralizing force of cryptocurrency could offset the centralizing tendencies of AI, while AI's complexity could be made more transparent through blockchain technologies, which are adept at data management and verification. However, the conversation often hit a snag when delving into concrete applications, leading to

Rocket Raccoon: A Phenomenon of Memecoin Magic and the Pursuit of Financial Liberation

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Time Stamp: May 19, 2023 4:15 PM - Modified On: May 19, 2023 - Published By:
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In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, a remarkable phenomenon has captured the imagination of both seasoned investors and enthusiasts alike. This captivating tale revolves around the rise of a viral memecoin, where a charismatic raccoon character named Rocket has taken centre stage. Welcome to the intriguing world of Degen RocketRacoon. Drawing inspiration from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly the beloved Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, Degen RocketRacoon seeks to deliver an electrifying rush that crypto investors crave. Despite its stealthy launch, this audacious project has swiftly captured public attention, boasting

Money is Power

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Time Stamp: September 10, 2022 4:32 AM - Modified On: September 10, 2022 - Published By:
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The politician Benjamin Disraeli once said, “Money is power, and rare are the heads that can withstand the possession of great power.” Understanding that powerful nations have the ability to control world events through monetary policy helps to explain why regulators take such a strong interest in stablecoins. As we explained earlier this week the present strength of the US Dollar is due to the fact that over 80% of world trade has to be settled using dollars and there’s currently a shortage of dollars. This places the US in

VeChain subverts market expectations, but what does it mean

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Time Stamp: November 18, 2021 6:30 AM - Modified On: November 18, 2021 - Published By:
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Until a few weeks ago, VeChain’s price, amid anticipation for POA 2.0 Phase 1, seemed to register an independent rally. On 16 November, as VeChain’s first phase of the Proof of Authority (PoA) 2.0 SURFACE consensus algorithm went live, the market expected a similar upswing in price. However, exposed by the broader market’s weakness, VET had some other plans.  Opposite expectations  The latest consensus mechanism upgrade is set to improve several aspects of the network’s security and key operations. It will also make the blockchain more environment-friendly. Notably, a week

Can These Surging Altcoins Compete With Ethereum? Glassnode Analyzes Three Growing Platforms

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Time Stamp: August 28, 2021 2:45 PM - Modified On: August 28, 2021 - Published By:
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A slew of smart contract platforms have been surging in price over the past 30 days, and blockchain analytics firm Glassnode is digging into the metrics to determine whether or not any of these platforms can compete with Ethereum (ETH) in the future. Avalanche (AVAX), Solana (SOL), and Terra (LUNA) have all exploded over the past month, gaining 292.9%, 212.2%, and 191.4% in value, respectively, according to CoinGecko. ADVERTISEMENT   Glassnode first discusses the “spike in interest” on AVAX and SOL. “Alternative smart contract platforms like Avalanche and Solana have

The NFT Avatar Trend Is About Community

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Time Stamp: August 21, 2021 8:56 AM - Modified On: August 21, 2021 - Published By:
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Have you heard? NFTs are hot again. The media (both crypto media and mainstream media) declared NFTs dead in June, citing data that showed sales volume had dropped precipitously at the largest NFT sites. But now the market for blockchain-based digital collectibles has come roaring back (along with the price of Ethereum), especially one segment of the NFT boom that probably looks particularly bizarre to skeptical onlookers: cartoon animal collections. Pudgy Penguins hit $11 million in daily sales volume. Bored Apes hit a floor (the cheapest price for one NFT)

Bitcoin Shoots Past $12,000 While US Dollar Hits 2-Year Low

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Time Stamp: August 18, 2020 5:53 PM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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We’ve been on dollar watch for a couple weeks now, as it loses ground against virtually every asset on the planet. In this graph, we can see that the Dollar Index chart has been declining since late-May, and has now sunk below the near-term support (yellow line) on its third attempt. The Dollar Index, however, only really shows the U.S. dollar’s place within the currency markets. In fact, the purchasing power of all fiat currencies has been falling steadily for many years, a process that has been vastly accelerated by

Blockchain Phones and Bitcoin Watches: Revisiting the Crypto Tech Hype

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Time Stamp: August 16, 2020 2:00 AM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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Talk of cryptocurrency and blockchain-powered gadgets inevitably spiked alongside the hype for token prices. But looking back, have they delivered any meaningful changes to users, or are they just another result of the hype synonymous with the space? The surge of interest in the space came to a head in 2017 as Bitcoin (BTC) hit never-before-seen highs of around $20,000 before crashing dramatically and entering the bearish crypto winter. While the collapse left devastation in its wake, the months of focus brought Bitcoin, cryptocurrency and blockchain technology into the mainstream consciousness

Cryptocurrency News Roundup for August 14, 2020

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Time Stamp: August 14, 2020 4:00 PM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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In a polarising move that has drawn mixed reaction from the company’s user-base, cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX announced today that it’s making KYC verification mandatory on the platform. The noises surrounding the move are hardly surprising given that privacy and easy-registration were two of the primary factors that contributed to the exchange’s growing popularity. Some BitMEX users are, however, in favor of the decision as it may help the exchange improve its security and appeal to would-be customers. All said and done, the u-turn into a conventional exchange underlines the impact

Building on Taproot: Payment Pools Could Be Bitcoin’s Next Layer Two Protocol

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Time Stamp: August 11, 2020 12:10 PM - Modified On: May 21, 2021 - Published By:
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This article is about a technological concept based on the proposed Taproot protocol upgrade. If you’re not yet familiar with the basics of how Taproot works, it’s recommended that you first read this explainer.Taproot, a potential upgrade to the Bitcoin protocol first proposed by Bitcoin Core contributor Gregory Maxwell, is in its late stages of development. The technology consists of a clever combination of crypto-tricks that would let users hide complex smart contracts inside regular-looking transactions — the complexity is only ever revealed if parties to a contract are uncooperative.Leveraging