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TronWeekly
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Polygon Launches Katana with $240 Million in DeFi Deposits
- Polygon has officially launched Katana, a new Layer 2 blockchain focused on enhancing DeFi experiences, reaching over $240 million in deposits within three weeks.
- Katana integrates major DeFi projects like Morpho, Sushi, and Vertex, as well as supports innovative tokens such as Agora’s AUSD and EtherFi’s weETH.
- Airdrop of 1.5 billion KAT tokens (~15% of total supply) to POL token holders as a reward for community participation and long-term network growth.
- Polygon's Katana aims to address DeFi fragmentation by aggregating liquidity from diverse protocols into a self-sustaining engine, fostering higher returns and efficiency across various DeFi segments.
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Bitcoinist
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Crypto Super PACs Make A Comeback, Pouring Millions Into Upcoming US Elections
- Crypto-focused Political Action Committees (PACs) are making a comeback in US elections, aiming to increase their influence.
- Super PACs like Fairshake have invested $136 million to support pro-crypto candidates, signaling a push for cryptocurrency and blockchain advocacy in American politics.
- Recent victories, such as James Walkinshaw's Democratic primary win in Virginia, showcase the shifting political support towards digital assets.
- Fairshake and its allies are well-equipped financially for the 2026 midterms, with significant backing from key players in the digital asset industry.
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Hackernoon
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How Blockchain Is Redefining Financial Inclusion for the Unbanked in 2025
- Over 1.4 billion people globally are unbanked despite rapid digitization in 2025.
- Blockchain offers solutions to financial exclusion through decentralized identity, stablecoins, and DeFi lending.
- Remittance systems, local economies, and CBDCs are reshaping financial inclusion prospects worldwide.
- Challenges include internet access, education, regulatory risks, and technical barriers to adoption.
- Blockchain, in conjunction with AI and CBDCs, holds promise for equitable financial access.
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Bitcoinist
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Circle Moves To Establish National Trust Bank In US Following $18 Billion IPO
- Circle, issuer of USDC stablecoin, plans to establish a national trust bank in the US after an $18 billion IPO.
- The new entity, First National Digital Currency Bank, N.A., awaits approval from the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency for custody services of reserves and managing crypto assets.
- The bank won't accept cash deposits or issue loans but will focus on custody services for tokenized assets like stocks and bonds.
- Upcoming stablecoin legislation, including the GENIUS Act, mandates backed assets and monthly reserve disclosures, aligning with Circle's move towards mainstream financial legitimacy.
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TronWeekly
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Chainlink Surges on Mastercard Partnership as 3.86 Million LINK Exit Exchanges
- Chainlink surged 12% in a week following a major partnership with Mastercard to integrate crypto access.
- 3.86 million LINK tokens, worth over $51 million, exited exchanges since June 20, signaling accumulation and long-term buying.
- LINK maintains strong support above $13 amid increasing open interest and derivatives volume, reflecting growing market confidence.
- The Mastercard collaboration is viewed as a significant move in bridging traditional finance and decentralized finance, with analysts eyeing a potential surge towards $30 for LINK.
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TechBullion
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$FUN Rallies 500%: Can this be the strongest deflationary surge of 2025?
- FUNToken surged 500% after a deflationary update, signaling a potential shift in utility tokens.
- Automatic burn mechanisms reduced token circulation, intensifying demand and leading to notable gains.
- $FUN's strategic burns, CertiK audit, and engagement tactics drive growth and liquidity, setting a bullish course.
- Roadmap events, quarterly burns, and utility enhancements position FUNToken as a strong deflationary asset.
- Supply scarcity, increasing demand, and active community engagement contribute to $FUN's success.
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TechBullion
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Canadian-Founded Blockchain Project, ZDKL, Could Revolutionize Peace Through Trade for Businesses and Content Creators
- Decentralized transactions offer a way to bypass traditional financial regulations for businesses.
- ZDKL, a Canadian-founded blockchain project, aims to combine compliance with decentralized infrastructure.
- ZDKL-PTT coin drives the digital economy by benefiting various individuals and institutions.
- Focused on regulatory compliance and empowering underserved communities in the digital economy.
- Promotes economic sovereignty by equipping small businesses and content creators with on-chain tools.
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Bitcoinist
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Economist Warns Trump’s Bitcoin Bet Could Weaken The Dollar–Details
- Economist Peter Schiff criticizes Trump's support for Bitcoin, warning it could weaken the dollar.
- Schiff argues that swapping US dollars for Bitcoin reduces demand for the dollar, potentially impacting its standing.
- Reports suggest the government and states are considering building reserves of Bitcoin, tying them to a volatile asset.
- Trump's involvement in crypto, including raising funds for a Bitcoin treasury and investments in DeFi, raises concerns about political and financial risks.
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99Bitcoins
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What is Hashflow Crypto? Why is the HFT DeFi Token Rallying?
- Hashflow's HFT token surged 80% in 24 hours, crossing key resistance levels.
- HFT's growth is attributed to favorable Solana integrations and regulatory support.
- Hashflow is a prominent multichain DEX, offering zero slippage and RFQ model.
- HFT's rally may continue with expanding Solana integrations and reduced compliance burdens.
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Hackernoon
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The Internet Facebook, ChatGPT, Tiktok & Google Don't Want You To See
- Escape big tech's control with Web3's decentralization and data ownership.
- Web3 offers solutions like Irys' programmable datachain for secure, rewarding data management.
- Verifiability and scalability are key benefits of Irys datachain stack for users.
- Projects like EnsoFi and FereAI on Irys empower users with transparent, verifiable data.
- Decentralization in Web3 lets users monetize and control their data for AI training.
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Hackernoon
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The HackerNoon Newsletter: The Path to a Real Decentralized Order Book Protocol (6/30/2025)
- Meta's $14.3B investment in Scale AI has led to a trust crisis in the AI industry, sparking concerns over data quality and industry-wide repercussions.
- As tech companies face pushback against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, questions arise about the inclusivity of crypto amidst big tech's shunning of DEI efforts.
- An exploration of the Base Rate Fallacy questions the accuracy of AI models despite impressive validation test results.
- The article discusses the development of a fully decentralized order book concept, known as the version 2.0 of AMMs, highlighting the path to a genuine decentralized protocol.
- The newsletter also delves into world models and their role in paving the way for Artificial General Intelligence by enabling AI to simulate future scenarios and plan strategic behaviors.
- The news covers various tech milestones and stories, including historical events, notable births, and insightful articles.
- Readers are encouraged to engage with the material, answer interview questions, and share the newsletter with fellow tech enthusiasts.
- The HackerNoon team signs off with warm regards and an invitation to explore more content on their platform.
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Medium
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The Spectrum of Decentralization: How Ratio1 Balances Trust, Compliance, and Openness
- The tension between open, permissionless systems and enterprise-grade AI requirements like data privacy and compliance is pronounced in decentralized AI compute.
- Ratio1, a decentralized AI compute platform, uses a hybrid approach that combines decentralization with compliance-driven permissioning to balance ideological purity with operational pragmatism.
- Ratio1 adopts a permissioned-trustless model, requiring participants to undergo KYC checks and obtain a Node Deed for accountability and compliance, while operating in a trustless manner once onboarded.
- Ratio1's approach reflects the evolving nature of decentralized AI compute, prioritizing operational reliability, data security, and regulatory compliance while preserving decentralization.
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Bitcoinist
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IRS Intensifies Scrutiny Of Crypto With Surge In Warning Letters
- As crypto prices surge, the IRS has intensified scrutiny on crypto investors in the US, sending a wave of warning letters about tax return accuracy.
- The number of warning letters has significantly increased in the past two months, marking a renewed emphasis on digital asset reporting by the IRS.
- Crypto tax experts have noted a sharp rise in inquiries related to IRS communications, with thousands of investors receiving these letters and seeking guidance.
- The IRS warning letters, some of which require responses or amended returns, indicate the agency's efforts to ensure compliance among cryptocurrency investors, possibly triggered by new data acquisitions.
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Hackernoon
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The Path to a Real Decentralized Order Book Protocol
- Traditional finance relies on order books for price discovery, lacking in DeFi.
- DeFi currently lacks a true order book, utilizing liquidity aggregators and RFQ systems.
- A new Decentralized Order Book (DOB) protocol is designed to replicate CEX efficiency.
- DOB introduces wallet standards, decentralized market-making pools, and real-time pricing elasticity.
- DOB aims to enhance liquidity, pricing competitiveness, and fairness in the DeFi space.
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Hackernoon
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Moonwell’s Founder Calls for Better Crypto UX: “Take the Hippocratic Oath to Your Users”
- Designing for crypto users who don't speak the language remains a major challenge.
- Moonwell's Luke Youngblood focuses on enhancing crypto accessibility, emphasizing native mobile apps.
- Improving language support, reducing fees, and simplifying user experience are key priorities.
- Moonwell's Beam feature aims to streamline cross-chain interactions, enhancing overall user experience.
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