Apr 11, 2026 18:06 Three winning projects from the Synthesis hackathon showcase how cryptographic attestation solves AI agent trust problems for DeFi, art, and multi-agent coordination. The Synthesis hackathon just wrapped with three winners that demonstrate why verifiable AI agents matter for crypto. The online competition, judged by AI agents themselves, challenged builders to create agents that can cryptographically prove their actions—a requirement that sounds academic until you realize most AI agents today operate as complete black boxes.The $5,000 prize pool attracted projects tackling fundamentally different problems, but each one arrived at the same conclusion: agents handling real value need…
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As data centers consume more energy to support growing digital demands, engineers at the University of California San Diego have introduced a new chip design that could make powering graphics processing units (GPUs) more efficient. The innovation focuses on a key function in electronics: converting high voltages into the lower levels required by computing hardware. In laboratory testing, a prototype chip successfully performed this type of voltage conversion with high efficiency under conditions similar to those found in modern data centers. The findings, published in Nature Communications, suggest the potential for smaller and more energy-efficient systems in advanced computing environments.…
My name is Godspower Owie and I was born and raised in Edo State, Nigeria. I grew up with three brothers. They have always been my idols and mentors, helping me grow and understand how to live. My parents are literally the backbone of my story. They always supported me in good times and bad and never left my side when I was lost in this world. Honestly, having such great parents makes me feel safe. You cannot replace your parents with anything else in this world. I was introduced to the world of cryptocurrencies three years ago and became…
Key Takeaways: CFTC names 5 experts to Innovation Task Force, sharpening oversight of crypto and derivatives markets. Task Force signals stronger alignment with SEC, boosting institutional confidence in digital assets. Expert-led framework targets blockchain, AI, and prediction markets, setting stage for clearer rules. CFTC Innovation Task Force Signals Stronger Crypto Oversight Push A targeted staffing move by the top U.S. derivatives regulator signals accelerating momentum toward structured crypto oversight. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced the members of its Innovation Task Force on April 10, advancing its March initiative into execution. This development underscores how personnel selection will directly…
Apr 10, 2026 15:34 Worldcoin’s daily WLD token unlocks will fall from 5.1M to 2.9M starting July 24, 2026, potentially reducing sell pressure on the struggling token. Worldcoin’s WLD token is about to get some relief from its persistent supply overhang. Starting July 24, 2026, daily token unlocks will decrease by 43%—dropping from roughly 5.1 million WLD per day to 2.9 million WLD.The reduction comes automatically under existing vesting schedules, with no cliff events or sudden dumps to worry about. Tokens will continue unlocking linearly, just at a significantly slower pace.Current Supply SnapshotAs of April 10, 2026, about 4.9 billion…
OpenAI announced on Thursday something that power users have been asking for forever: a $100/month plan. Until now, plans were priced at: free (which now includes ads), an $8/month Go plan (that also includes ads), a $20/month Plus plan (ad free), and then all the way up to a $200 Pro plan (also ad free). OpenAI’s pricing plan page currently does not list a $200/month plan at all. However, that highest tier is still available, OpenAI confirmed to TechCrunch. The model maker says Plus (which remains at $20/month) and the new $100 Pro tier are geared to support daily usage…
The dominance of Bitcoin and Ethereum is being directly challenged in a new outlook from Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone. An unexpected competitor He is in a position to overtake both. With Tether USDT’s market capitalization steadily closing in on Ethereum, Mike McGlone believes the stablecoin’s rise is only just beginning, but the two largest cryptocurrencies could be headed in opposite directions. Unlikely candidate gains ground Mike McGlone, senior macro strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, said: selected Tether (USDT) is the asset most likely to reshape the hierarchy of the cryptocurrency market in the near future. The crypto market has grown…
Tether has launched QVAC SDK, an open-source software development kit designed to let developers build, run, and fine-tune AI directly on local devices across major operating systems. The company said applications built with the toolkit can run across iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux from a single codebase, without relying on cloud-only infrastructure. Tether said QVAC SDK is designed to keep AI functions such as writing assistance, transcription, translation, image generation, search, and summarization running directly on consumer hardware, including smartphones, laptops, desktops, and servers. The company said that should improve privacy, lower latency, and keep services functioning even when…
Luisa Crawford Apr 09, 2026 09:52 HKMA confirms 4% interest rate for Silver Bond third payment as Hong Kong inflation averages just 1.28%, highlighting fixed-rate floor protection for senior investors. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority confirmed a 4% annual interest rate for the third payment on its Silver Bond Series due 2027, as the city’s persistently low inflation continues to make the fixed-rate floor the determining factor for bondholders.Announced April 9, the rate applies to payments scheduled for April 23, 2026. The HKMA calculated a Floating Rate of just 1.28% based on six months of Consumer Price Index data—well below…
Is Poke an OpenClaw for the rest of us? That’s the idea coming from a new startup offering an AI agent that you can access via iMessage, SMS, Telegram, and, in some markets, WhatsApp. The AI agent Poke launched publicly in March, allowing consumers to access a personal assistant that can take action on their behalf through a familiar interface. Today, Poke can help with everyday needs, like daily planning, managing your calendar, tracking your health and fitness, controlling your smart home, editing your photos, and more, all via text message. Image Credits:Poke/The Interaction Company of California While you may…