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Injective, a blockchain protocol for finance, has announced the release of a new software development kit enabling users to create their own AI agents on-chain. The iAgent, announced by Injective (INJ) on Nov. 19, is a software development kit designed to work with large language models such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT to bring on-chain AI agents to users. Injective stated that iAgent aims to redefine possibilities in artificial intelligence for finance. Unveiled at the Injective Summit 2024, the AI-powered tool is designed to streamline blockchain interactions. With iAgent, users can leverage natural language processing for tasks such as sending payments, placing…

Part 4– Thriving Amid Chaos: DeFi, Global Markets, and the Fight Against InflationFor the full series, see Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5.In the first three parts of this series, we explored the vital role stablecoins play in navigating crypto volatility, preserving wealth in inflationary economies, and providing trading opportunities via their innate volatility. We’ve seen how these assets are essential not just for individual users, but for the broader stability of the crypto market.However, ensuring the stability of these assets is a complex challenge that requires more than just market participation — it demands innovative…

Coinbase has announced the addition of Gigachad and Turbo to its asset roadmap, signaling potential future listings on the exchange.  This move reflects Coinbase’s ongoing strategy of embracing various cryptocurrencies, including niche and meme-based tokens. Gigachad and Turbo (TURBO) are both considered part of the meme coin category, a subset of cryptocurrencies often driven by internet culture and community enthusiasm rather than technical utility.  https://twitter.com/CoinbaseAssets/status/1864316279282171943 Coinbase’s asset roadmap indicates which cryptocurrencies the platform is evaluating for inclusion. While being on the roadmap doesn’t guarantee immediate listing, it is an essential step toward broader accessibility. Recent Coinbase listings If GIGA and…

OpenAI’s Whisper is a powerful and flexible speech recognition tool, and running it locally can offer control, efficiency, and cost savings by removing the need for external API calls. This guide walks you through everything from installation to transcription, providing a clear pathway for setting up Whisper on your system. Whether you’re transcribing interviews, creating captions, or automating workflows, this local setup will give you complete control over the process. Step 1: Installing Whisper and Required Dependencies To get started with Whisper, you’ll need to install both Whisper and some basic dependencies. Here’s how to do it: 1.1 Install Whisper…

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly swatting down Solana (SOL)-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications in the final weeks of Gary Gensler’s tenure as the regulator’s chair. Fox Business journalist Eleanor Terrett, citing unnamed sources, says the SEC has notified at least two of the five SOL ETF applicants that their filings will be rejected. Terrett also says the current SEC administration has no plans to green-light any of the other applications. The financial firms VanEck, 21Shares, Canary Capital and Bitwise have all filed to offer SOL ETFs, and crypto asset manager Grayscale also recently applied to convert…

Este artículo también está disponible en español. In a significant market development, Ethereum (ETH) has surpassed the $4,000 mark for the first time in over ten months, closing the first week of December with a remarkable 40% surge in the weekly time frame. This upswing has been closely tied to a broader rally in the crypto market, particularly with Bitcoin (BTC), which recently reached new all-time highs. Ethereum Surges 61% As ETF Demand Grows According to Bloomberg, Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States experienced unprecedented demand, recording a daily inflow of $428 million on Thursday alone.  This surge…

XRP Shiba and Doge As the crypto market continues its dynamic movements in December 2024, XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), and Shiba Inu (SHIB) are grabbing headlines with their price fluctuations and market signals. Here’s a detailed look at their recent performances, what they mean for traders, and what to expect next. XRP’s 25% Drop: A Healthy Reset or Warning Sign? XRP experienced a significant 25% pullback, dropping to support levels near $2.30 and $1.95 after recently surging above $3. Despite the correction, XRP remains above crucial technical indicators like the 50-day EMA, suggesting resilience. This retracement might be a natural cooldown…

Community & educationAAvolution House IstanbulCommunity-run event organized in Istanbul, Türkiye to push forward account abstraction (AA) standards, ideas, and projects to mainstream adoption.Community & educationBuildETH PatternsEthereum developer event that explored the top web3 development patterns hosted in San Francisco, California.Community & educationEthereum Costa Rica DayEvent in San José, Costa Rica that focused on onboarding users and developers while covering topics such as public goods, cryptography, and Solidity.Community & educationETH MacedoniaSupport for ETH Macedonia’s grassroots activities, including engaging with the community on Discord and organizing meetups in Skopje, Macedonia.Community & educationEthereum Lima DayConference in Lima, Peru to onboard new Ethereum users…

Quick take: Gensler will leave office on January 20, when Trump is sworn in as the 47th President of the U.S. Atkins is viewed as a pro-crypto candidate for the position having co-chaired the Token Alliance at the industry group Digital Chamber of Commerce since 2017. The nomination aligns with Trump’s pre-election promises that advocated for a pro-crypto America. President Donald Trump has nominated former Commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Paul Atkins to replace Gary Gensler as the new SEC Chair. Writing on the Truth Social platform, the U.S. president-elect said: Paul is a proven leader for…

Homepage > News > Finance > BIS, 7 other banks publish CBDC policy, design considerations The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has published two papers on the legal and design considerations of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Jointly published with seven other central banks, the papers delve into privacy, interoperability, financial crime checks, cybersecurity, and more. For years, the BIS has been exploring CBDCs with seven other central banks: the European Central Bank (ECB), the Bank of England (BoE), the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Bank of Japan (BOJ), Sveriges Riksbank, the Bank of Canada and the Swiss…