BERA Token Airdrop Launching Alongside Berachain This Week

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Berachain, a proof-of-liquidity blockchain similar to Ethereum Virtual Machine, will launch its mainnet on February 6, 2025, following completion of pre-launch vaults and Boyco program. The network raised $100 million in April 2024 to support its unique consensus mechanism.

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Swan Bitcoin Accused of Transferring Nearly $1 Billion in Assets Before Prime Trust's Bankruptcy to Avoid Losses

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Swan Bitcoin, a defendant in a lawsuit filed by PCT Litigation Trust, is accused of avoiding losses by transferring assets before Prime Trust's bankruptcy. The suit alleges Swan had insider information and moved nearly $1 billion in assets to shield itself from liability.


Insider Trading? Interconnected Polymarket Accounts Profited $2.4 Million From Predicting US Actions in Iran War

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An investigation by Bubblemaps revealed that a cluster of nine interconnected Polymarket accounts made $2.4 million from well-timed bets on U.S. military actions in Iran. The accounts accurately predicted various events, including U.S. strikes on Iran and a temporary ceasefire between the two countries.


Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Says AI-Fueled Mathematical Verification Could Boost Blockchain Security

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Vitalik Buterin emphasized the importance of mathematically verified software in protecting Ethereum and the broader cryptocurrency industry from AI-assisted cyberattacks and vulnerabilities. Formal verification, when done correctly, can enhance code efficiency and security, providing users with increased trust in the software they are using.


Hive's Stock Price Soared After Unveiling Plans for a $3.5 Billion AI Gigafactory in Canada

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Hive Digital Technologies' stock price surged by 26% to $3.39 following the announcement of a new AI Gigafactory in Ontario, Canada, with 320 MW capacity. The company aims to shift focus from Bitcoin mining to AI supercomputers, investing $3.5 billion in the project.


Bank of England, FCA Seek to Clarify Regulations for Tokenization in Financial Markets

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The Financial Conduct Authority and the Bank of England have launched a joint Call for Input to provide firms with more regulatory clarity on tokenisation in UK wholesale financial markets. They aim to address areas like prudential treatment, tokenised collateral, and settlement instruments to support financial stability and growth.


Crypto Funds Bled $1.07 Billion Last Week as Bitcoin, Ethereum ETF Investors Cashed Out

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Last week, crypto investment products experienced a significant outflow of $1.07 billion, mainly due to renewed geopolitical anxiety linked to Iran. The U.S. market saw the largest outflows, while European investors remained relatively stable, with some countries even attracting net inflows.


BitMine Immersion Technologies Added $151 Million Worth of Ethereum as Its Price Fell

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BitMine Immersion Technologies increased its Ethereum holdings by $151 million last week, despite the cryptocurrency's price dropping below $2,200. This decision followed a previous week where the firm scaled back purchases to $62 million, now holding nearly 5.28 million ETH worth $11.1 billion.


Strategy Acquired 24,869 Bitcoin for $2 Billion, Fueled By STRC Preferred Share Demand

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Strategy made its largest Bitcoin purchase in a month, acquiring 24,869 Bitcoin for $2 billion. The company now holds 843,738 Bitcoin valued at $64.4 billion. The firm's reliance on STRC for purchases has become routine, with plans to shift to a bimonthly dividend cadence.


Hyperliquid's HYPE Token Rises Amid Launch of Pre-IPO Futures

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Hyperliquid's native token HYPE is thriving amidst the broader crypto market downturn, driven by its pre-IPO perpetual futures ecosystem. The HIP-3 marketplace allows retail traders to access pre-IPO price exposure previously limited to institutional investors through secondary venues.


Iran Promotes Bitcoin Insurance Platform for Cargo Crossing the Strait of Hormuz

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The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has reportedly promoted Hormuz Safe, a Bitcoin-settled maritime insurance platform for cargo crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The platform offers fast and cryptographically verifiable insurance policies settled in Bitcoin for cargo moving through the Persian Gulf.