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news.bitcoin.com Startale Group Embeds Privacy Boost, Enables Sub-500ms Shielded Asset Transfers

Startale Group has selected Sunnyside Labs’ Privacy Boost as the privacy partner for its app, introducing onchain features that let users shield assets and carry out private transfers. Key Takeaways: Startale Group chooses Sunnyside Labs to bring native privacy to its consumer-facing app. Privacy Boost delivers 1,800+ transactions per second on Soneium to solve blockchain […]

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forklog.media LayerZero Commits 10,000 ETH to DeFi United Initiative

The omnichain protocol LayerZero has joined the DeFi United initiative. The project will donate a total of 10,000 ETH (~$23 million).  LayerZero Labs is pledging more than 10,000 ETH to @Aave-led DeFi United efforts. We are:• Donating 5,000 ETH to DeFi United• Depositing an additional 5,000 ETH to strengthen Aave markets liquidity• Strategically deepening GHO liquidity https://t.co/LbxDT8mkCq— LayerZero (@LayerZero_Core) April 28, 2026 Of the allocated amount, 5,000 ETH will go to the ecosystem recovery fund, and another 5,000 ETH will be reserved for Aave.  The LayerZero team also announced plans to increase the liquidity of GHO, a stablecoin from the leading lending platform. TokenLogic has raised the borrowing cap for the "stablecoin" from 100 million to 125 million. We raised the $GHO borrow cap on the @aave Ethereum Core V3 Market from 100M to 125M.Enjoy a fixed 3.5% borrow rate. pic.twitter.com/nI7tAqYeqG— TokenLogic (@Token_Logic) April 28, 2026 However, the donation did not find support within the community. The criticism stemmed from LayerZero's response to the Kelp attack, with users pointing to the configuration of DVN LayerZero Labs as a potential cause of the breach. Some deemed the contribution too modest and criticized the developers for their slow response.  Only 5,000 ETH when you were the CAUSE of this exploit?This might actually be criminal.— LIMITLΞSS 🐺👑 (@goodguyaugust) April 28, 2026 "Only 5,000 ETH, considering you were the cause of the exploit?" wrote one user.  Others called for disconnecting applications from LayerZero's infrastructure, deeming it unsafe.  "Sold all ZRO tokens, even taking a 70% loss. I have no faith left in your project. You guys are just pretending," remarked a user named Rajmani.  Achievements of DeFi United Nonetheless, LayerZero's donation became one of the largest within DeFi United. As of April 29, the initiative had attracted over 137,000 ETH (~$320 million), surpassing the $290 million damage from the hack. Source: defiunited.world.  Recently, ConsenSys and its founder Joseph Lubin joined the fundraising, contributing 30,000 ETH.  The DeFi platform Compound has promised to transfer up to 3,000 ETH, with the proposal awaiting community approval.  Puffer Finance also allocated treasury capital to support Aave.  DeFi is built on resilience.Puffer has deployed treasury capital in support of @aave DeFi United.As a security-first liquid staking protocol, we believe strong infrastructure and aligned incentives are what sustain DeFi through moments like this.We believe DeFi is a core…— Puffer Finance 🐡 (@puffer_finance) April 28, 2026 Back in the discussions about the Kelp hack, Curve founder Mikhail Egorov proposed a debt tokenization mechanism. 

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blockonomi.com US Tokens Set for H2 2026 Breakout as CLARITY Act and Fed Leadership Reshape Crypto Markets

TLDR: US-related tokens hold a combined market cap of $307–$314B, with daily trading volume steady near $24 billion. Kevin Warsh’s arrival as Fed Chair in May 2026 brings a relatively pro-crypto stance to US monetary leadership. The CLARITY Act entered Senate markup in May 2026, targeting clearer rules for digital assets and RWA tokenization. Stellar [...] The post US Tokens Set for H2 2026 Breakout as CLARITY Act and Fed Leadership Reshape Crypto Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

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news.bitcoin.com Ethereum ICO Participant Moves $22.88 Million in ETH After 11 Years of Dormancy

An Ethereum initial coin offering ( ICO) participant transferred 10,000 ETH worth $22.88 million to a new wallet on Wednesday after the address sat dormant for over a decade, converting a $3,100 investment into a 7,381x return. Key Takeaways: Wallet 0xCD59 transferred 10,000 ETH worth $22.88 million after lying dormant for 10.8 years. The Ethereum […]

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forklog.media Jury Hears Elon Musk’s Initial Testimony in OpenAI Lawsuit

The legal proceedings began on April 28, with Elon Musk filing a lawsuit against OpenAI and its two co-founders, Sam Altman and Greg Brockman. This was reported by Bloomberg. The case marks the culmination of years of conflict among the trio: all three founded the company in 2015, but their paths diverged over time. Musk argues that OpenAI's transition from a non-profit to a commercial entity was a mistake and sets a dangerous precedent for similar projects. "You can't steal from a charity, that's my opinion," the billionaire told the jury at the start of the trial in federal court in Oakland, California. Musk believes the implications of the lawsuit extend far beyond the parties involved. If Altman and Brockman's actions are not deemed wrongful, "it will set a precedent for the plundering of all charitable organizations in America." OpenAI's attorney, William Savitt, stated that Musk's lawsuit is an attempt to undermine the position of his own company, xAI's main competitor. According to him, the billionaire himself advocated for a commercial transformation in the early years of the startup. The outcome of the three-week trial could determine OpenAI's future, as the company prepares for one of the largest IPOs in history. Musk demands the reversal of the restructuring. Musk's Accusation Musk devoted much of his initial testimony to discussing his business ventures—Zip2, PayPal, SpaceX, Neuralink, and Tesla. He emphasized his long-standing interest in artificial intelligence, while always fearing the technology's potential. According to him, AI can significantly contribute to societal development—and simultaneously lead to its downfall. Around 2015, Musk discussed the technology's possibilities "with everyone and anyone," sharing his concerns. Among his interlocutors was Google co-founder Larry Page, who "did not pay enough attention to AI safety." The entrepreneur concluded that a counterbalance to Google's technologies was necessary—at that time, the corporation was leading in AI development and had "all the money, computers, and talent." "I thought: what could be the opposite of Google? Open source, non-profit," Musk said. Musk's lawyer, Steven Molo, told the jury that the trial would prove Altman and Brockman used Tesla's head's money, reputation, and advice to launch OpenAI, then abandoned the principles of public benefit and used the project for personal gain. According to Molo, Microsoft became a knowing accomplice in this betrayal. The corporation invested $13 billion in OpenAI since 2019—a year after Musk left the startup's board. Defense Arguments Savitt recounted that in OpenAI's first year as a non-profit research lab, Musk wrote: "It might be better to create a standard C-type corporation with a parallel non-profit." The following year, he stated: "Given the progress made by DeepMind, creating OpenAI as a non-profit might have been a mistake." In 2017, Musk and other startup employees realized the company needed significantly more funds for computing resources. After "dozens of meetings," they agreed on the necessity of creating a commercial division. "During these lively discussions in 2017, Mr. Musk never expressed the opinion that OpenAI should remain exclusively a non-profit. On the contrary, the situation was quite the opposite," Savitt stated. The lawyer claimed that the billionaire "wanted to turn the startup into a full-fledged commercial company and establish absolute control over it, but the other co-founders "refused to hand over AI development management to one person." Musk's Response Speaking in court, Musk stated that he was always open to creating a commercial "subsidiary"—provided profits were capped and funds directed to the non-profit organization. One proposal involved equal distribution of shares in the commercial entity among four key executives: Musk, Altman, Brockman, and Ilya Sutskever. The entrepreneur deemed this unfair, as the funding came from him. Musk expected to receive a controlling stake. What's Next The jury will hear from several high-ranking witnesses and examine years of correspondence and corporate documents. Following the testimonies, they will issue a recommended verdict—the final decision will rest with Judge Gonzalez Rogers. In October, OpenAI completed a restructuring, dividing the company into a commercial corporation and a non-profit foundation.

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news.bitcoin.com Startale Group Embeds Privacy Boost, Enables Sub-500ms Shielded Asset Transfers

Startale Group has selected Sunnyside Labs’ Privacy Boost as the privacy partner for its app, introducing onchain features that let users shield assets and carry out private transfers. Key Takeaways: Startale Group chooses Sunnyside Labs to bring native privacy to its consumer-facing app. Privacy Boost delivers 1,800+ transactions per second on Soneium to solve blockchain […]

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blockonomi.com How to Choose the Best Manufacturer for Crypto Enthusiast Gifts

The whole crypto industry keeps expanding rapidly across the world right now. More blockchain and Web3 projects are looking for physical products they can customize. These items need to fit their own culture and what they need for marketing.Web3 teams use these physical items to bring their communities closer. They also help make the brand [...] The post How to Choose the Best Manufacturer for Crypto Enthusiast Gifts appeared first on Blockonomi.

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bitcoinist.com Japan Regulators Target Crypto Deals In Real Estate With New Guidance

In response to the growing adoption of crypto in real estate, four Japanese regulatory authorities have issued joint guidance outlining compliance requirements to mitigate money laundering risks in property transactions. Related Reading: GENIUS Act Ready Or Not? BitGo Says Here Are The 5 Fixes For Successful Rollout Authorities Issue Crypto Guidance For Real Estate Industry […]

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forklog.media Forbes Estimates American Bitcoin Investors’ Losses at $500 Million

The mining company American Bitcoin enriched Eric Trump while retail investors lost approximately $500 million, according to Forbes.  The firm went public on Nasdaq in September 2025 with a valuation of $13.2 billion. Since then, shares have plummeted by 92%. According to the publication, Trump's fortune increased from about $190 million to $280 million during this period, despite not investing his own funds in the business's creation. Source: Yahoo Finance.  The Controversial Economics of Mining Trump claimed that American Bitcoin mines the leading cryptocurrency at approximately $57,000-$58,000 per coin—almost half the market price at that time. Forbes clarified that this figure includes only the operational costs of running the equipment. When factoring in the purchase of machines, marketing, depreciation, and other expenses, the cost rises to $92,000 per BTC.  Currently, operational costs have decreased to about $47,000, but the total cost remains around $90,000. At the time of writing, the leading cryptocurrency is trading around $77,000.  Hourly BTC/USDT chart on Binance. Source: TradingView.  Forbes also highlighted the terms of the deal with Hut 8. American Bitcoin gained access to mining equipment, while the other party retained data centers, real estate, operational management, and part of the leadership. According to the annual report, American Bitcoin had only two full-time employees. Bitcoin Collateral for Equipment In August-September 2025, the company purchased ASIC miners for about $330 million—not with cash, but by pledging bitcoins with an option on the payment method. If prices rose, they could pay in cash and keep the coins; if prices fell, they would transfer them to the supplier. Following the deal, digital gold depreciated by about 30%. Forbes believes that if the current trend continues, American Bitcoin will lose the pledged 3090 BTC, despite having mined only 1800 BTC. If the price does not recover, all mined cryptocurrency will go towards paying for the equipment—the options expire around August 2027. Most BTC Purchased on the Market Forbes also claims that about 70% of American Bitcoin's cryptocurrency came not from mining, but from selling shares and subsequently purchasing coins on the market. After going public, the company actively issued new shares. Within 27 days of listing, it sold 11 million shares for $90 million and bought about 725 BTC. From early October to mid-November, it sold another 7 million shares for $44 million. In late November, after the bitcoin price fell, American Bitcoin sold 47 million shares for approximately $106 million. From January 1 to March 25, 2026, the firm sold another 84 million shares for $111 million and acquired about 1430 BTC. In total, from its founding to the end of March, American Bitcoin spent about $525 million on cryptocurrency, now valued at approximately $390 million. According to Forbes, the company "burned" about $135 million of shareholders' funds. The firm's primary model is based on "arbitrage" between the high market valuation of the company and purchasing bitcoin through share issuance. The publication linked investor interest in American Bitcoin's shares partly to the Trump family brand. Reaction Following the publication, Eric Trump called Forbes a "political weapon" and "an embarrassment to journalism." Since being acquired by China, @Forbes has become a political weapon and an embarrassment to journalism.Just over a year ago, American Bitcoin did not exist. 7 Months and 25 days ago we went public on the NASDAQ. Today we hold over 7,000 Bitcoin and stand as the 16th largest… https://t.co/m7ZD8Pg0F7— Eric Trump (@EricTrump) April 28, 2026 "Just a year ago, American Bitcoin did not exist. […] Today we own 9000 BTC and are the 16th largest public bitcoin company in the world, relying on a fleet of 90,000 miners," he wrote.  The community responded with criticism. Some noted that he simply disliked the figures presented by the publication. Others urged him to comment on the decline in American Bitcoin's shares, the WLFI token, and the presidential family's meme coins.  "Okay, you mined 500 BTC a year (which is, by the way, impossible), but where did the 7000 BTC on the balance sheet come from?" — inquired one user.  In March, American Bitcoin announced an expansion of its fleet by 11,298 ASIC miners. 

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forklog.media Coinbase and Glassnode Report Growing Optimism in the Crypto Market

Coinbase and the analytics platform Glassnode have observed an improvement in market sentiment amid macroeconomic changes, according to their joint report. https://t.co/HZnbv0qyxt— Coinbase Institutional 🛡️ (@CoinbaseInsto) April 28, 2026 A survey of 100 institutional and private investors revealed that about 73% of respondents believe the current price of Bitcoin is undervalued. The net unrealized profit indicator has shifted from the "fear" stage to "optimism." Analysts have noted changes in the Ethereum supply structure. In the first quarter, the volume of coins held by short-term holders decreased by 38%, while the amount of ether on the balances of long-term investors increased by 1%. Experts believe this indicates speculators are leaving the market. Coinbase maintains a "cautious optimism" and expects a recovery in the prices of most digital assets within the quarter. However, data from SoSoValue on April 28 indicates a local cooling of interest in exchange-traded funds. Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net outflow of $89.68 million. The leader in the anti-rating was BlackRock's IBIT fund, which lost $112.25 million. Source: SoSoValue. A similar situation is observed in the Ethereum ETF sector: the net outflow amounted to $21.8 million. The largest losses were incurred by BlackRock's fund (ETHA), which saw $13.17 million withdrawn. Bitcoin's Decline to $74,000 On-chain analyst known as Woominkyu warned of a potential Bitcoin correction to the $74,000–$75,000 range. He suggests this could be driven by rising exchange reserves and the activity of large players. Exchange Inflow Spike: A Warning Sign or Just Noise?“Unless this inflow is quickly absorbed, a retest of the $74K–$75K support zone is increasingly likely in the near term.” – By @Woo_Minkyu pic.twitter.com/hAtNZh4KcK— CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) April 29, 2026 On April 27, the net inflow of the asset to trading platforms amounted to 9,905 BTC, the highest value in the last 30 days. During this period, the price of the leading cryptocurrency failed to hold above the $78,000 resistance. The analyst pointed to the rise in the Exchange Whale Ratio metric to 0.7: the top 10 largest transactions accounted for more than 70% of all deposits. According to the expert, whales are transferring assets to exchanges for subsequent sale. At the same time, overall exchange reserves are increasing: from April 25 to 28, the figure rose from 2.666 million BTC to 2.677 million BTC.  Woominkyu believes that the accumulation of coins on platforms and the inability of the price to overcome the $79,000 level indicate the market is preparing for a decline. If buyers do not absorb the emerging supply, Bitcoin will test the $74,000-75,000 support zone. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan highlighted Strategy as a key driver of Bitcoin's recent rally. Over the past eight weeks, the firm has purchased $7.2 billion worth of cryptocurrency.  The purchases are financed through the issuance of perpetual preferred shares (STRC) with a dividend yield of 11.5%. The instrument is backed by Bitcoin reserves worth $63 billion.  Hougan believes that Strategy will continue to attract capital through STRC until the company's liabilities exceed 50% of its crypto assets. Currently, this figure stands at 33%. On April 28, the price of the leading cryptocurrency adjusted to $76,337 after an unsuccessful attempt to hold above $79,000.  

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forklog.media Reports Emerge of OpenAI’s Financial Struggles

OpenAI has not met key targets for ChatGPT user numbers and revenue, according to Decrypt, citing expert statements. Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar warned that computing costs risk outpacing revenue. OpenAI aimed to attract a billion active users per week by the end of last year. This goal was not achieved, causing concern among some investors. "When the dust settles, companies will find that much of the work still relies on human judgment, collaboration, and contextual understanding, which AI cannot yet replicate," commented Foresight Ventures investment partner Alice Lee. OpenAI has secured funding for large expenses through active deal-making. Friar cautioned that revenue might not grow quickly enough to cover these contracts. Board members have begun scrutinizing data center agreements more closely and are questioning Sam Altman's push to increase computing power amid slowing growth. Forge CEO Kelly Rodriques stated that Anthropic has already surpassed OpenAI in market capitalization — $1 trillion compared to $800 billion. Deal with Microsoft Amid financial uncertainty, OpenAI revised its agreement with Microsoft. The Windows creator lost exclusive access to all products and intellectual property of the ChatGPT developer and received a non-exclusive license until 2032. Both companies still refer to Microsoft as OpenAI's "primary cloud partner." This could mean that Azure will support most of the startup's infrastructure over the next six years. Meanwhile, OpenAI aims to build its own data centers in collaboration with other partners. OpenAI's products will be delivered "primarily on Azure," the companies stated. However, the startup "can now offer its solutions to clients through any cloud service provider." In return, the new agreement frees Microsoft from the obligation to share a portion of its revenue with OpenAI. The corporation retains about 27% of the commercial organization. Smartphone Development The creation of hardware devices could be a "lifeline" for OpenAI's financial situation. Renowned insider and analyst from TF International Securities Ming-Chi Kuo reported that the startup is developing a smartphone chip in collaboration with Qualcomm and MediaTek. Luxshare is handling production and joint system design. https://t.co/Qqi64OWBM3— 郭明錤｜Ming-Chi Kuo (@mingchikuo) April 27, 2026 The new device will not just be another smartphone with a chatbot icon. Developers aim to eliminate apps entirely, replacing them with an AI agent capable of directly executing user commands. "Only by fully controlling both the OS and hardware can OpenAI provide a comprehensive service," wrote Kuo. The chip will perform computations on the device and in the cloud, while the phone will track context in real time. Mass production is expected in 2028. In May 2025, OpenAI announced the acquisition of a startup by former Apple design chief Jony Ive, which is involved in creating AI devices.

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news.bitcoin.com Avalanche Foundation Backs W3 as 200K Workflows Go Live, Accelerating AI Finance Shift

W3 has launched a control platform on the Avalanche network designed to manage agent-powered finance. Key Takeaways W3.io launched an AI control platform on Avalanche, already processing 200,000 daily enterprise workflows. W3 and Avalanche bridge an accountability gap for 70+ blockchains by cutting integration time to 1 day. The Avalanche Foundation investment will help W3 […]

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cryptobriefing.com Kyle Schwarber: Celtics will win in six, tournament expansion benefits only conferences, and draft lottery changes could create new loopholes | Pardon My Take

Proposed draft lottery changes could unintentionally reshape team strategies and impact the NBA's competitive balance. The post Kyle Schwarber: Celtics will win in six, tournament expansion benefits only conferences, and draft lottery changes could create new loopholes | Pardon My Take appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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bitcoinist.com XRP Sentiment Tanks To A 2-Year Low—But History Hints At Major Bullish Comeback

Over the past 48 hours, XRP lost the important $1.40 support level. Meanwhile, social sentiment around the token moved in the wrong direction, widening the gap between bullish and bearish voices.  Fear and caution are becoming more common among investors, and that shift is happening while the price action remains unstable. Still, one analyst believes […]

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blockonomi.com Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis: Whale Accumulation Surges While Retail Investors Capitulate at $2,300

Ethereum (ETH) hovers at $2,300 with $2,200 support in focus. Retail sold 756K ETH while whales accumulated 60K. Breaking $2,400 could trigger $1.94B liquidations. The post Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis: Whale Accumulation Surges While Retail Investors Capitulate at $2,300 appeared first on Blockonomi.

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news.bitcoin.com Twenty One Capital’s Jack Mallers Argues BTC’s Proof of Reserves Outclasses Gold at Bitcoin 2026

At Bitcoin 2026, Jack Mallers, chief executive of the $3.3 billion bitcoin treasury firm Twenty One Capital, stated that bitcoin has a structural advantage over gold, pointing to its onchain proof of reserves as something no gold custodian can replicate. Key Takeaways: Twenty One Capital CEO Jack Mallers says bitcoin’s onchain auditability gives it an […]

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blockonomi.com Paul Tudor Jones: Bitcoin Beats Gold as Inflation Shield While Stocks Face Overvaluation Crisis

Paul Tudor Jones endorses bitcoin as the top inflation hedge over gold and warns that overvalued U.S. stocks could deliver negative returns for ten years. The post Paul Tudor Jones: Bitcoin Beats Gold as Inflation Shield While Stocks Face Overvaluation Crisis appeared first on Blockonomi.

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blockmanity.com Bitcoin Hovers at $77K Before Fed Rate Call: $80K Surge Could Ignite $1.2B Short Squeeze

Bitcoin’s Tense Wait Near as Markets Brace for Fed Move Bitcoin is holding steady near $77,000 right now. Traders are on edge, waiting for the US Federal Reserve’s big rate decision. This key moment could shake up the crypto world. […] The post Bitcoin Hovers at $77K Before Fed Rate Call: $80K Surge Could Ignite $1.2B Short Squeeze appeared first on Blockmanity.

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news.bitcoin.com Crypto Regulation Crossroads: Certik Report Maps Divergent Global Paths

The findings of a new study reveals a global shift from drafting crypto policies to aggressive active enforcement. Key Takeaways: Certik reports EMEA fines hit $168.2M in H1 2025, a 767% surge as regulators shift to active supervision. The EU’s MiCA framework is driving major exchanges to France and Ireland by providing 100% legal certainty. […]

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