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ZKsync officially introduces the brand new zkVM 'Airbender,' a Zero-Knowledge Proof designed for high performance, scalability, and Decentralization. Airbender is not only the fastest Open Source RISC-V zkVM currently available, but also outperforms competitors by multiple times, sparking a technological revolution in the Blockchain field. Whether completing sub-second Block verification on a single GPU, or saving costs and enhancing Decentralization, Airbender is reshaping the application landscape of zk technology.
What is ZKsync Airbender? Upgraded zkVM and Proofs
Airbender is the latest zkVM (Zero-Knowledge Virtual Machine) launched by ZKsync, supporting RISC-V instructions

To promote the 'new capitalism' policy, the Japanese government plans to redefine Cryptocurrency as a financial product, not only paving the way for encryption ETFs but also intending to unify the individual encryption asset capital gains tax rate from 55% to 20%. According to the Financial Services Agency (FSA) of Japan (, there are already more than 12 million people in Japan who have opened encryption accounts, and the proportion of investment in encryption assets has exceeded forex and bonds, indicating a rapid rise in demand for assets related to the encryption market.
Differentiate two types of encryption asset types according to whether there is a 'fundraising' function.
According to the official document of the Financial Services Agency (FSA) of Japan on 6/24, this proposal will classify encryption assets according to the 'fundraising' function. Such 'business-type' encryption assets used for fundraising or project development, such as ICO or coin offerings, will require issuers to provide accurate information disclosure.
Another type is "non-fundraising", for example

AI has become the strategic core of enterprises, not just a trendy tool, but also a productivity engine. As Fortune 500 companies are trying to integrate AI collaboration into their businesses, enterprise-level AI is ushering in a new era of competition. Unlike the past SaaS model, to succeed in this changing landscape, AI startups not only need to be fast, but also precise and long-tailed.
0/ AI companies behave differently from traditional SaaS companies, and founders consistently ask us how AI companies are adapting and breaking out.
After talking to

(The Memecoin project has extremely high Fluctuation and risk. This article aims to introduce this project, but its Token price may experience drastic Fluctuation or even drop to zero in a short period of time. Investors should fully bear all potential risks, conduct thorough independent research before making any investment decisions, and seek professional financial advice. The information contained in this article does not constitute any investment advice.)
Market rumors suggest that Dogecoin may hit the $1 mark, attracting attention from various investors. Meanwhile, a new challenger, priced at just $0.003, is stepping into the spotlight, aiming to disrupt the meme coin stage. Do these developments foreshadow a significant transformation in the digital token landscape? This article will delve into the progress of these events.
As the market value approaches the $15 million threshold, demand for $XYZ has surged
XYZVe combining sports and crypto

Fiserv (NYSE code FI) announced that it will launch a new Stable Coin FIUSD based on Solana Blockon-chain at the end of this year. This is a digital Stable Coin designed for bank Financial Institution and commercial applications, supporting a stable Exchange Rate equivalent to the US dollar. Fiserv will collaborate with PayPal for long-term Stable Coin partnership, and the Stable Coins issued by the two companies can be interoperable, further simplifying cross-border payments, merchant Settlement, and real-time payment processes.
Stable Coin is first natively embedded in the global financial infrastructure
FIUSD will be directly integrated into the Fiserv platform to handle over 90 billion transactions annually, covering the Clover POS system and digital platforms Experience Digital and Commercial Center. The FIUSD Stable Coin will be deployed on a high-performance,

US President Donald Trump is considering issuing an executive order requiring banks not to refuse services based on political stance or industry nature, including encryption businesses. This move is seen by the public as Trump's attempt to end 'Operation Chokepoint 2.0', the debanking action against the encryption industry. However, experts also warn that while Trump supports the encryption industry, the resistance of TradFi to this industry may continue until 2026.
Trump's executive order requires banks to stop Chokepoint 2.0
According to The Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration is considering using executive orders to prevent banks from cutting off financial services to certain "politically unpopular" industries, including startups in the technology sector and encryption companies.
This move is considered by long wick candle

US online gaming company SharpLink has once again purchased 12,207 ETH at a price of 30.7 million USD, bringing the company's total ETH holdings to 188,478 ETH, making it the world's largest Ethercoin reserve-listed company and the second largest ETH holder after the Ethereum Foundation. However, the shadow of dumping still looms over SharpLink. After a big dump of 70% last week, SBET only rose by 7% yesterday. Whether confidence will return to long-term investors still requires proof of time.
SharpLink issuing new shares to buy ETH
SharpLink announced at the end of May that it is entering into a strategic reserve of (ETH) Ethereum, and announced on 6/13 that it has bought a total of 176,270.69 ETH, spending a total of 460 million US dollars, becoming the world's largest Ether holder in one go.

prediction marketplatform Polymarket is about to complete a investment of over 200 million dollars, led by Silicon Valley investment tycoon Peter Thiel's Founders Fund, bringing the company's valuation to 1 billion dollars.
Polymarket raised a $200 million Series B, valuing the platform at $1 billion
According to sources cited by Bloomberg, Polymarket is about to complete a investment of over 200 million U.S. dollars, led by Silicon Valley investment veteran Peter Thiel's Founders Fund, bringing the company's valuation to 1 billion U.S. dollars.
Polymarket has previously raised over $100 million, including a $50 million investment earlier this year. Polymarket's competitor is

As the ceasefire protocol between Israel and Iran seems to hold, and The Federal Reserve (FED) Chairman Powell made balanced comments on the prospect of rate cuts, the US stock market continued its rise on Tuesday (6/24), approaching historical highs. BTC remained steady at 105K, with its dominant position in the crypto market rebounding to 62%. The EthercoinSpot ETF saw a net inflow exceeding 4 billion USD, marking an important milestone in the year since the launch of the EthereumSpot ETF.
The Federal Reserve (FED) is not in a hurry to cut interest rates, nor does it rule out any possibilities
Yesterday, The Federal Reserve (FED) Chairman Powell testified before the House Financial Services Committee, reiterating his view that policymakers do not need to rush to adjust policies. This contrasts with recent statements from Federal Reserve Board members Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman, who hinted that a rate cut could come as early as July.
If inflation pressure

Japanese listed company Metaplanet Inc. announced that its board has approved an additional capital investment of up to 5 billion USD in its wholly-owned subsidiary Metaplanet Treasury Corp., marking a new stage in the company's global Bitcoin financial strategy.
Expansion strategy launched: Advancing global Bitcoin layout with the United States as the core.
Metaplanet announced on May 1 this year the establishment of Metaplanet Treasury Corp. located in Florida, as an overseas base for its Bitcoin asset management. This additional funding is aimed at further implementing its global expansion blueprint, especially to enhance the efficiency and scale of asset allocation in the U.S. market, which has a mature capital market. The company emphasizes that the U.S., as a global financial hub, has an ideal system and market environment to support its large

The Federal Reserve announced on Monday (June 24) that it will instruct regulators to no longer consider "reputational risk" as a basis for evaluation when reviewing banks, and will remove this standard from its regulatory manual and related documents. This move is seen as a response to long-standing criticisms from the financial industry regarding the subjectivity of this indicator, aligning itself with other major financial regulatory agencies.
What is "reputational risk"? The Federal Reserve (FED) has decided to stop intervening.
According to the definition of The Federal Reserve (FED), "reputational risk" refers to the potential risk of damage to banking operations due to negative public opinion, which can even lead to costly lawsuits. However, many banking professionals indicate that such risk assessments often involve subjective judgment, resulting in some legally compliant business practices being penalized due to lack of recognition by regulators. In response, The Federal Reserve (FED) ultimately decided to phase out "reputational risk" and shift focus to quantifiable financial metrics.