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Coinbase integrates Lightning Network for Bitcoin transactions

The integration brings instantaneous transfers on the layer-2 Lightning Network to the world’s biggest Bitcoin exchange.

Hong Kong Bitcoin, Ether ETFs attract over $200M on day 1

The amount of assets under management remains muted compared to the billions of dollars attracted by U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs in January.

April sees $25M in exploits and scams, marking historic low ― CertiK

Losses from hacks and scams reached their lowest level since 2022 when CertiK first started recording the data, with flash loan attacks and private key hacks decreasing.

Bitcoin sells the news on Hong Kong ETF debut — Will BTC hold $60K?

Bitcoin could continue its decline below the $60,000 psychological mark after the debut of Hong Kong ETFs proved to be a sell-the-news event.

Patrick McHenry accuses Gary Gensler of misleading US lawmakers over Ether

The chair of the U.S. House Financial Service Committee alluded to claims in Consensys’s recent lawsuit against the SEC, suggesting an investigation into Ether as a security.

Web3 gaming won’t exist in 5 years, $656K for best crypto game pitch: Web3 Gamer

Crypto VCs reveal why last cycle’s games sucked, Mega Cricket League review, plus $656K up for grabs in crypto game Shark Tank: Web3 Gamer.

Bitcoin sub-$60K levels in focus after daily crypto liquidations near $300M

Bitcoin bears are out in force with BTC price trajectory quickly headed back to $60,000.

Is mysterious ΑΙ ‘gpt2-chatbot’ OpenAI's next upgrade in disguise?

A powerful new AI chatbot called “gpt2-chatbot” appears on LMSYS Chat and has sparked speculation whether it could be OpenAI's unreleased GPT-5 or a supercharged GPT-2.

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF daily inflow on halt for 4 days

While some crypto observers are concerned about IBIT’s inflow halt, others say it’s more normal than the 71-day inflow streak it has recorded.

London’s ‘Joe Rogan’ and crypto advocate Brian Rose makes bid for mayor

The former Wall Street and City of London banker is making his second bid to become mayor of London.

Web3 gaming needs to shift from play-to-earn to ‘play-and-earn’ — Bitget

The industry could see a shift toward player-centric Web3 games this cycle as Web2 founders enter the GameFi space, according to Bitget’s managing director.

Blockchain gaming firm Animoca Brands ‘comes to Bitcoin’

Animoca’s move into Bitcoin involves the Opal Protocol and BLIF token, which were initiated by Animoca and Darewise.

Safe token drops 42% after enabling transfers

Safe’s decentralized autonomous organization enabled token transferability on April 23 after achieving several milestones.

Karak has 'good chance' of becoming next EigenLayer after EIGEN airdrop disappointment

EigenLayer’s decision to ban U.S. and Canada-based airdrop participants could lead to a mass exodus to other restaking protocols. So will Karak become the next EigenLayer?

Dead protocol leaks crypto funds from hacked pool

Approximately $181,000 worth of crypto assets was drained from Yield Protocol’s strategic contracts present on the Arbitrum blockchain.

Hong Kong Bitcoin and Ether ETFs have tough debut on first-day trading

Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have started trading in Hong Kong, but day-one trading volumes were a fraction of those recorded in the United States in January 2024.

Apple poaches Google AI staff, creates ‘secretive’ laboratory: Report

Apple has reportedly been luring experts from Google in its efforts to catch up with Big Tech companies in the race to develop and deploy high-level AI models.

ZK systems will have their ChatGPT moment — Telos Foundation

Cointelegraph asked professionals working with zero-knowledge technology to get their insights on the current state of ZK.

Ripple breaks ground in Japan, SBI Group to use XRPL for supply chain solutions

Ripple has partnered with HashKey DX to introduce XRP Ledger-based blockchain solutions to the Japanese market.

Bitcoin price battles for $63K support amid warning bulls ‘complacent’

Bitcoin ETFs hitting Hong Kong excite markets overnight, but overall BTC price conditions remain precarious, analysts say.

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