In brief Citadel and other TradFi giants are signaling they may sue to block crypto’s new regulatory wins, setting up a major 2026 showdown. Wall Street is increasingly split: some firms see crypto as a threat, while others are embracing blockchain. The emerging conflict is

In brief Analysts agree 2026 is unlikely to bring a crypto winter. Short-term volatility is likely, but Bitcoin is expected to remain strong and reach new all-time highs. Altcoins and Ethereum may hinge more on regulatory developments, especially the fate of a U.S. crypto market

Ethereum might see significant growth in value by 2026 as institutional adoption increases and tokenization shifts towards yield-generating assets. While ETH may not surpass Bitcoin's store-of-value status soon, it aims to become a key player in a traditional on-chain economy.

In brief Citadel and other TradFi giants are signaling they may sue to block crypto’s new regulatory wins, setting up a major 2026 showdown. Wall Street is increasingly split: some firms see crypto as a threat, while others are embracing blockchain. The emerging conflict is

In brief Analysts agree 2026 is unlikely to bring a crypto winter. Short-term volatility is likely, but Bitcoin is expected to remain strong and reach new all-time highs. Altcoins and Ethereum may hinge more on regulatory developments, especially the fate of a U.S. crypto market

In brief Many insiders now doubt a crypto market structure bill can clear the Senate before midterm-season gridlock. Some policy leaders say recent pro-crypto moves by the SEC and CFTC reduce the urgency for legislation. Others warn failing to pass the bill risks long-term instability for

In brief Citadel and other TradFi giants are signaling they may sue to block crypto’s new regulatory wins, setting up a major 2026 showdown. Wall Street is increasingly split: some firms see crypto as a threat, while others are embracing blockchain. The emerging conflict is

In brief Many insiders now doubt a crypto market structure bill can clear the Senate before midterm-season gridlock. Some policy leaders say recent pro-crypto moves by the SEC and CFTC reduce the urgency for legislation. Others warn failing to pass the bill risks long-term instability for

In brief Many insiders now doubt a crypto market structure bill can clear the Senate before midterm-season gridlock. Some policy leaders say recent pro-crypto moves by the SEC and CFTC reduce the urgency for legislation. Others warn failing to pass the bill risks long-term instability for

Times Square 2026 New Year's Eve Crystal Ball uses 589 LED bulbs. The XRP community has linked this number to the long-standing legend of "XRP price at $589," sparking a new round of discussions and meme celebrations. This mysterious number originating in 2021 has been associated by holders with Fibonacci sequences, ISO 4217 currency codes, and SWIFT integration, becoming a core symbol in XRP culture.

In brief Many insiders now doubt a crypto market structure bill can clear the Senate before midterm-season gridlock. Some policy leaders say recent pro-crypto moves by the SEC and CFTC reduce the urgency for legislation. Others warn failing to pass the bill risks long-term instability for

$BALL Token, through a unique "automatic repurchase + Liquidity provision" mechanism, achieved an astonishing 20-fold increase in two days on pump.fun. The team even publicly promised to use 100% of the transaction Money Laundering for repurchasing, creating a rare "positive value cycle" model in the Meme coin space. (Previous summary: What is the meme coin issuance platform Pump.fun? A complete analysis of the super simple token issuance process, fairness & risks) (Background Information: DeFi Popular Science | Decentralized Finance is on the rise, what is "Automated Market Maker AMM"?) Table of Contents Snowball's core mechanism: automatic repurchase + liquidity market making Differences from traditional repurchase models Risks and Challenges: A snowball can also "avalanche" Recently, a quite talked-about project appeared on pump.fun.

This is not a simple binary debate of "bubble vs non-bubble"; the answer may be more complex and sophisticated than you think. I do not have a crystal ball to foresee the future. But I try to deeply dissect the underlying financial structure of this feast and construct a trap analysis framework. The article is quite long and detailed, so let's start with the conclusion: In terms of direction, I don't think this is a big bubble. But there are high risks in certain segments. To be more precise, the current AI infrastructure resembles a long march of "banding together + buying time." Major companies (( Microsoft, Google, Meta, Nvidia, etc.) leverage financial engineering to unlock massive leverage, but outsource the main credit risk to special purpose vehicles (SPVs) and capital markets, tightly binding the interests of all participants. The so-called "buying time" refers to their gamble on whether their cash flow and patience with external resources can last until "AI truly enhances productivity."

Original Title: Is AI Infrastructure a Bubble or a "Collective Buy Time"? Analyzing the Financial Structure Behind 30 Trillion Dollars Original author: Distill AI Source of the original text: Reprint: Daisy, Mars Finance As tech giants spend over $300 billion this year building AI computing power, with total expected investment exceeding $30 trillion in the next three years, a question arises: Is this a replay of the internet bubble of 2000, or the largest bet on productivity in human history? This is not a simple binary debate of "bubble vs non-bubble"; the answer may be more complex and sophisticated than you think. I do not have a crystal ball to foresee the future. But I attempt to deeply analyze the underlying financial structure of this feast and construct an analytical framework. The article is long and detailed, so let's start with the conclusion: In terms of direction, I don't think this is a major bubble. However, there are high risks in individual segments.

This is not a simple binary debate of "bubble vs non-bubble"; the answer may be more complex and sophisticated than you think. I do not have a crystal ball to foresee the future. But I have tried to delve into the underlying financial structure of this feast and construct a framework for analysis. The article is lengthy and detailed, so let's start with the conclusion: In terms of direction, I do not think this is a big bubble. However, there are high risks in certain segments. To be more precise, the current AI infrastructure resembles a long march of "banding together + buying time." Major companies (( Microsoft, Google, Meta, Nvidia, etc.) leverage financial engineering to unlock huge leverage, but outsource the main credit risks to special purpose vehicles (SPVs) and capital markets, closely tying the interests of all participants. The so-called "buying time" refers to their bet on whether their cash flow and external resources can last until the day "AI truly enhances productivity."

In this world full of uncertainty — from geopolitical tensions to breakthroughs in artificial intelligence — imagine a market where you can directly bet on the future. This is not casino-style gambling, but a highly complex system that uses collective intelligence to predict the future with astonishing accuracy. Welcome to the prediction market, the "crystal ball" of modern society. Entering 2025, these platforms are no longer niche experiments but have rapidly expanded into a multi-billion dollar phenomenon, where finance, technology, and human intuition intertwine. Taking the 2024 U.S. election as an example, Polymarket's trading volume during the election exceeded $1 billion, with accuracy far surpassing traditional polls. Now, in 2025, this market is expected to reach new heights, with a nominal trading volume projected to hit $30 billion, achieving a 40% increase from $16.3 billion in 2024.

Netflix announced its entry into the television game field in collaboration with EPIC, using mobile phones to scan QR codes as controllers, signaling the creation of a new ecosystem for family entertainment (Background: Is Microsoft's XBOX empire collapsing? Reports of canceling console development, leading to a wave of cancellations among European and American users) (Background Supplement: Mythical Beast Palu admits "Nintendo's legal team is too scary": Official announcement to remove Poké Ball throwing and gliding mechanisms) The competition in streaming media has already reached a fever pitch, yet on October 8, Netflix threw out a new shock: Co-CEO Greg Peters announced at the Bloomberg Digital Summit that the game service will be brought to smart TVs for the first time, allowing users to scan QR codes with their mobile phones to turn their screens into consoles and their phones into controllers. This move symbolizes Netflix's upgrade from "film and television platform" to "complete entertainment center," while once again launching an assault on the dominance of family living rooms. Mobile turns into TV: Game strategy fully opened.

D.Plan will hold a live broadcast of the "Dragon Ball Creative Show" on August 31, interpreting the dual-coin economic model and warming up for the creative competition, with a prize pool of 30,000 USD. The event aims to guide community creation to test its economic model. D.Plan hopes to promote the evolution of GameFi and establish a sustainable economic ecosystem through continuous market promotion.

Today, in the quest for new breakthroughs in the GameFi sector, a project named Dragonverse Plan (D.Plan) is attracting the attention of the entire Web3 community with its unique economic model and grand vision. It is reported that D.Plan will soon collaborate with top Chinese encryption media such as Jinse Finance and Feixiaohao to hold a large-scale event called the "Dragon Ball Creative Show" for one month. This is not only a celebration of the market but is also seen as a comprehensive showcase and stress test of D.Plan's meticulously constructed economic model aimed at addressing the core pain points of GameFi 1.0. GameFi

As AI gets better at predicting trends, the future of Solana, Cardano, and Polkadot comes into clearer focus. By peering into the crystal ball of advanced algorithms, a glimpse into the potential trajectories of these cryptocurrencies by 2026 emerges. This article reveals which coins might be

Stuart Alderoty, chief legal officer at Ripple, has reacted to the company's major legal setback by stating that the ball is now in their court According to Aldeorty, the company will have two options: pressing forward with the appeal or dismissing it As reported by U.Today, the court denied the

Judge Analisa Torres of the New York Southern District Court denied the joint request of the SEC (SEC) and Ripple to lift the permanent injunction in their dispute. This decision significantly reduces the $125 million penalty imposed on Ripple.

The cryptocurrency financial card provider Infini, which has received positive feedback for its product experience, suddenly announced this morning the complete shutdown of all its cards and payment services, sparking discussions in the community. The team admitted that the payment card path is "high cost, low income," and coupled with cumbersome regulations, it ultimately remains difficult to continue. This is not only a turning point for Infini's business, but also highlights the helpless reality of the entire encryption industry in payment scenarios. A beautifully hit ball that doesn't fly far: Why did Infini close its financial card payment business? Infini has always received positive feedback from users due to its concise interface, stable financial management, and smooth payment services with the financial card (U card ). This card allows users to deposit funds in stablecoins and make daily purchases through Visa, being regarded as an important breakthrough for Web3 payment implementation. Unified Reply: 1) infini does not do to C

The application GolfN, which combines Blockchain and golf, has officially launched on the Apple App Store. This is the first Web 3 sports gaming platform based on the Solana Blockchain specifically designed for golfers. The platform integrates gaming, digital assets, and the traditional golf community, attracting over 46,000 users to register for a trial, sparking discussions in the sports and technology sectors. GolfN CEO Jared Phillips stated that every cryptocurrency user may potentially participate in the golf sports game. He emphasized that GolfN is not just a swinging tool, but also a platform that allows players to earn rewards through swinging, as well as participate in the community and experience Web 3. From Swinging Clubs to Earning Coins: The Operation Mechanism of GolfN After downloading GolfN from the App Store and registering,

According to Reuters, Neel Kashkari, chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, who has voting rights at the FOMC meeting, said yesterday (27) that the Fed should maintain interest rates stable until the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff policy on inflation becomes clearer. (Synopsis: Trump tariffs may delay Fed rate cuts!) Fed official: If inflation improves, interest rates will fall sharply in the next 12-18 months) (Background supplement: Why is the Fed sticking to high interest rates? Fed sounding board: Ball is waiting for a "bad enough" recession signal, Goldman Sachs expects to start cutting interest rates in July) According to Reuters, Neel Kashkari, chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, who has voting rights at the FOMC meeting, was hosted by the Bank of Japan in Tokyo yesterday (27).

This week in the world of crypto, all eyes are on Tron, Cardano, and the rising force shaking up the scene — Lightchain AI. While Cardano enthusiasts dissect clues from its ongoing developments and speculate on its 2025 trajectory, Lightchain AI is skipping speculation and charging ahead. With its

Trump's tariffs have caused an uproar worldwide, including comments from domestic Federal Reserve officials like Barr, who stated that the President has made it "very difficult for the Federal Reserve to do its job." (Background: Trump's son confirmed holding a large amount of Bitcoin: My father also holds a lot and views BTC as digital gold.) (Additional context: Is the strategic reserve of Bitcoin hard to produce? The Democratic Party is currently "surrounding" Trump's new encryption policy.) Former Vice Chairman of the Federal Reserve, Michael Barr, recently issued a serious warning regarding Trump's massive tariff policies. He clearly pointed out that these unprecedented tariff measures are highly likely to "boost inflation, slow economic growth, and even lead to a rise in unemployment rates," posing potential risks of stagflation (the coexistence of inflation and unemployment). Trump has put the Federal Reserve, which is tasked with maintaining price stability and full employment, in an unprecedented policy dilemma. This article will delve into Barr's core viewpoints.

Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have finally taken action by suing the hit game "Palworld" that became popular earlier this year, making it a major news story in the gaming world today. The public is focused on whether Nintendo's legal department, known as the "strongest legal department in the Eastern Hemisphere" for its undefeated record, can achieve another victory this time. (Background summary: The backstory behind the global success of "Palworld": the re-emergence of Japan's largest exchange Coincheck) (Additional background: AI-generated game suspected of copying Pokémon! "Palworld" listed on Steam sells 2 million copies, is Nintendo's legal team going to sue?) The Pokémon-like game "Palworld," which has over 32 million players worldwide, has drawn the attention of players globally since being sued by Nintendo last September. The official statement also claims that the lawsuit does not affect the game's operation, and in November last year, they announced new content updates. However, recently, "Palworld" also announced brand new game updates, leading the public to notice that it seems to be related to Nintendo.

The Central Anti-Crime Center of the Criminal Police Bureau and the Fifth Precinct of the Taichung City Police Department, under the command of Prosecutor Yang Kaiting of the Taichung District Prosecutor's Office in Taiwan, launched a search and detention in Penghu County, Beitun District and Fengyuan District of Taichung City, and seized the 23-year-old suspect surnamed Peng and the leader of the gang group surnamed Lian, dismantling the violent criminal group headed by the man surnamed Peng in one fell swoop, and arresting Peng suspect and his accomplices totaling 15 people. The police also seized more than 100,000 yuan in cash, folding knives, watermelon knives, ball bats, mobile phones, and third-degree drugs such as Kaitalife, and the whole case was transferred for investigation in accordance with the "Regulations on the Prevention and Control of Organized Crime" and the "Criminal Law" for aggravating the crimes of compulsory sex, obstructing sexual privacy, and untruthful images, and Peng suspected and 7 others have been detained and prohibited by the court. The victim OTC trading Tether was beaten and forced to make it According to the announcement from the Criminal Investigation Bureau's Central Anti-Crime Center, a report was received last December regarding a series of violent incidents triggered by disputes over virtual currency trading, even leading to coercion.

The White House announced that the United States will not unilaterally drop tariffs on Chinese goods, denying previous related reports. The Trump administration has shifted the pressure of trade negotiations with China, emphasizing that tariff adjustments require a substantial trade agreement first. After the news was released, the market experienced fluctuations, the offshore yuan depreciated, U.S. stock index futures fell, and agricultural futures prices also declined.

The Economist released a new film this week in which experts point out that the recent turmoil in financial markets is not just a sell-off in the stock market. The deeper warning is that investors appear to be generally withdrawing from U.S. assets, a trend that could pose a serious threat to the dollar's status as the world's reserve currency. (Synopsis: Unexploded bomb this summer: Trump has the right to "fire Powell" after May to control the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates? (Background supplement: Ball crushed interest rate cut hopes + Huida chip was regulated, bitcoin fell back to 84,000, and U.S. stocks sold off sharply again) U.S. General Trump's recent tariff policy has led to a decline in global risk markets, including U.S. stocks, bond yields, and a decline in the dollar. And the simultaneous occurrence of all three events is a red flag for economists, is Trump causing permanent damage to the US economy? The Economist released a new interview this week, edited by The Economist

U.S. President Donald Trump has been plotting for months to remove Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, and yesterday publicly stated that he would fire him in exchange for interest rate cuts, a move that could seriously undermine the independence of the central bank, plant an uncertainty bomb for the market, and cause an investor outcry. (Synopsis: Unexploded bomb this summer: Trump has the right to "fire Powell" after May to control the US Federal Reserve to cut interest rates? (Background supplement: Ball crushed interest rate cut hopes + Huida chip was regulated, bitcoin fell back to 84,000, and U.S. stocks encountered another sharp sell-off) US President Trump has repeatedly discussed privately with his core advisory team in recent months to consider replacing the current Federal Reserve (Fed) chairman Powell before the end of his term, and reports indicate that Trump met with former Fed Governor Kevin Walsh to discuss the possibility of replacing Ball by Walsh, and the relevant discussions were even going on at Mar-a-Lago in Florida in February this year. Publicly Announce the Dismissal of Ball Although Walsh himself has repeatedly urged Trump to respect Bauer's appointment

According to Mars Finance, on April 16, the White House stated: "The ball is in China's court. China needs to reach a protocol with us, and we do not have to reach a protocol with them."

Analysis firms Alphractal and CryptoQuant provide insights on **Bitcoin's** current status. Alphractal highlights Bitcoin's liquidity levels compared to Ethereum, while CryptoQuant notes whales continue buying despite network activity weakness.

Howard Marks believes that the tariff development so far is like what football fans call an "own goal", in which a player accidentally sends the ball into his own goal and causes the opponent to score. This article originated from an article published by Oaktree Capital and written by Howard Marks, co-founder and co-chairman of Oaktree Capital. (Synopsis: Value investing guru Howard Marks' latest view: You should throw away decades of old valuation vision) (Background supplement: BlackRock CEO investor letter full text: Bitcoin is eating away at the dollar reserve status, tokenization will lead the capital revolution) On Friday, September 15, 2008, shortly after the close of the New York Stock Exchange, the news of Lehman Brothers' sudden bankruptcy filing shocked the world. Previously, Bear Stearns and Merrill Lynch filed for bailouts/declared bankruptcy, followed by Wachovia Bank, Washington Mutual Bank and American International Group in crisis. So market participants

Can Dogecoin Reach $1? I remember the first time I bought Dogecoin just for fun, like tossing a tennis ball for a pup that never gets tired Back then, a $1 Dogecoin felt like a fantasy Fast forward, and here we are, still chasing that dream But is Doge really built to hit that

The digital twin technology is changing the medical paradigm. Nowadays, doctors can reconstruct various organs from the heart to the brain of patients through three-dimensional images. In the near future, it is also expected to build a virtual twin of the entire human body, making surgery and treatment more precise and predictable. With the development of artificial intelligence large model technology, stronger computing power will make the construction of future 3D models faster and more convenient. After integrating AI image information, doctors will also be able to make a more comprehensive assessment of patients' health. From virtual heart to virtual brain Six months ago, software engineer Steven Levine underwent a 12-hour brain tumor removal surgery. After being diagnosed with a benign tumor the size of a golf ball in his brain, doctors modeled his brain, located the exact location of the tumor, and performed an intervention surgery guided by 3D imaging. Six weeks

Can Dogecoin Reach $1? I remember the first time I bought Dogecoin just for fun, like tossing a tennis ball for a pup that never gets tired Back then, a $1 Dogecoin felt like a fantasy Fast forward, and here we are, still chasing that dream But is Doge really built to hit that milestone, or

Michael Saylor met with Trump's cabinet at the first ever "crypto ball." He defended the crypto industry's interests during the campaign and is actively buying bitcoin for MicroStrategy's 21/21 plan. MicroStrategy is the largest corporate holder of bitcoin with more than $45 billion.

Donald Trump's inauguration, dubbed the Crypto Ball, has resulted in a bullish surge for Bitcoin and major altcoins. Analysts anticipate BTC, XRP, ETH, and ONDO will continue to rise due to their inevitable use cases.

The Digital Sovereignty Alliance has sponsored the Crypto Ball and will attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Tron is set to integrate TRX into the treasury strategy of the Trump family's defi initiative, World Liberty Financial. The developments could mark a chapter in the transformation of blockchain advocacy.

Justin Sun, alleged TRON (TRX) trader, was invited to attend Trump's Inauguration for $50,000. Riverland offered a VIP package including access to events like Trump's inauguration ceremony, reception, parade and an admission to the Starlight Ball. Sun had purchased $30 million worth of cryptocurrency tokens from Trump-owned World Liberty Financial.

Cryptocurrency enthusiasts are anticipating the exclusive Crypto Ball event hosted by David Sacks, who will also serve as Trump's AI and Crypto Czar. The event offers private perks with top leaders and tickets are priced up to $1M. Bitcoin's value is expected to rise, nearing $100K, aided by the anticipation of the event and policies under Trump's presidency.

The first-ever “Crypto Ball” is set for Friday, January 17, just days before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20

Crypto council will collaborate with key regulators, including the SEC, CFTC, and Treasury, to enhance regulatory clarity and promote a pro-crypto environment. The crypto industry will host the ‘Inaugural Crypto Ball’ on January 17 in Washington, DC, organized by BTC Inc and Stand With

David Sacks to attend VIP reception hosted by Trump’s super PAC during Crypto Ball, ahead of President-elect’s inauguration on January 20th.

Donald Trump calling Xi Jinping “my friend” again might seem like old news, but their growing bromance could actually slam the global economy harder than a wrecking ball. Trump, stepping back into the Oval on January 20, has all intentions of smacking China with tariffs and potentially starting a