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Stealcam, a decentralized media platform, rebrands to Friend.tech and shifts focus to social tokens on Ethereum scaling network Arbitrum. This aims to monetize fan communities and attract a wider range of users, prioritizing safety and transparency.

Revolut introduces international payments-focused business accounts in Australia while working to secure a banking license in the region. Providing multi-currency accounts, real-time spending reports, and multiple users management, Revolut aims to create an all-in-one financial management platform.

Snapchat influencer Caryn Marjorie recently launched an AI-based virtual girlfriend, CarynAI, with significant traction in its early beta. This AI chatbot offers limitless conversational possibilities and represents a novel approach to engagement and monetization. However, ethical concerns related to AI companionship need to be addressed as the technology progresses.

“While blockchain technology creates innovative opportunities in gaming with decentralized applications (DApps), it faces challenges in complexity, scalability, and performance. However, the ‘actor model’- a communication model that facilitates parallel computing and asynchronous messaging within a blockchain protocol, promises improved development efficiency, better throughput, resilience against network conditions, and efficient event-driven architectures. This model might enable developers to create powerful AAA-grade DApps, balancing immersive experiences with user-friendly expenses.”

“Ethereum co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, highlights Asia’s increasing mastery over blockchain technology, evident in its active participation in developing ‘account abstraction’ or ERC-4337. This shift towards technical involvement in the blockchain from Asian contingents marks a significant change in the global blockchain landscape.”

Blockchain infrastructure provider, Alchemy, has introduced a new affordable payment plan, “Alchemy Scale Tier,” aimed at providing financial relief to developers building applications for blockchains amid the economic pressures of the crypto market. Offering flexible pricing, the plan encourages continued development despite ongoing market turbulence.

MetaMask Snaps, a new plugin by Consensys, will allow different blockchain networks like Bitcoin and Solana to interact directly with the MetaMask wallet to facilitate transaction signing and smart contract understanding. However, concerns around user-friendliness, security checks, and notification inundation need to be addressed.

In a pioneering move, the Qingdao Branch of the Bank of Communications in China has launched a rewards program that offers digital yuan for recycling. Partnering with Jiaoyun Beijie, the city’s household waste disposal provider, residents can earn digital currency deposited directly into their digital yuan wallets in return for recycling. This novel approach promotes environment-friendly behavior and integration into the digital economy.

Edtech leader TinyTap, serving over 9.2 million users, has controversially integrated AI features and Web3 into their platform. Through partnering with Animoca Brands, TinyTap explores the potential of Publisher NFTs and scalable AI learning solutions to enhance children’s educational games. However, challenges include data privacy and equitable AI resource access.

“Web3, the next iteration of the internet, has been highlighted by the Financial Secretary of Hong Kong, Paul Chan Mo-po, as a main propeller for global technology growth. Chan supports blockchain technologies, non-fungible tokens, GameFi, Play-to-Earn gaming, and immersive entertainment as the driving forces for this digital innovation wave.”

“Dubai is heavily incentivizing AI and Web3 companies by offering a 90% subsidy on commercial licenses. This is part of a larger initiative to create a significant tech hub in the MENA region, with resources like AI facilities, training programs, and internal support. Dubai’s tech-friendly initiatives, including operational licenses to crypto exchanges, aim to stimulate innovation, attract global talent and investment, and build a prosperous technological ecosystem.”

Genesis Digital Assets has expanded their cryptocurrency mining operations with three new data centers in South Carolina, marking its strategic move into the North American market. CEO, Andrey Kim, emphasizes the company’s aspiration for industry leadership in environmentally-friendly Bitcoin mining.

“Chainflip, introduced by Simon Harman and his team, aims to revolutionize the decentralized finance space through a decentralized and chain-agnostic system promoting native cross-chain crypto exchanges. Addressing issues like complex transactions, security risks, and costs, Chainflip simplifies the trading process, making it more user-friendly.”

Coinbase’s Base has introduced their layer-2 mainnet for developers, ahead of public launch. While this offers expanded possibilities, the lack of a web-based user interface presents adoption challenges. However, developers’ efforts could earn them a commemorative nonfungible token. Potential future developments include the creation of a “Superchain.” Critics voice concerns about the platform’s user-friendliness.

The social media app Damus, popular for its Bitcoin-friendly features, recently faced potential removal from Apple’s App Store due to its Bitcoin tipping feature. The issue sparked concerns over curbing Bitcoin adoption and the evolution of global payment protocols over the internet. However, the confrontation gave rise to the Zapple Pay, a workaround bypassing Apple’s restrictions, highlighting the resilience of BTC-friendly platforms.

Bitcoin-friendly social app Damus recently confronted Apple over the removal of a bitcoin tipping feature, deemed a violation of Apple’s guidelines. Two Bitcoin developers, Ben Carman and Paul Miller created Zapple Pay, a workaround service using emojis, restoring the “zap” feature. The fate of this creative solution remains uncertain as cryptocurrency platforms continue to challenge tech giants.

“A recent study shows ‘AI jobs’ dominating ‘crypto jobs’ in online searches, with AI’s popularity as an employment sector historically surpassing crypto. Interest in ‘crypto jobs’ spiked with the 2021 cryptocurrency burst but dropped due to various factors including a bearish downturn and regulatory scrutiny.”

Circle and Sequoia Capital were among top depositors in collapsed Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), raising concerns about depositor fund security and current regulations in the crypto space. The situation highlights the potential need for increased deposit insurance limits as more financial institutions embrace cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.

Alibaba’s appointment of Joe Tsai, a known crypto enthusiast, as the company chair suggests potential increase in crypto-friendly endeavors. However, with China’s ambivalent relationship with blockchain and crypto, Tsai’s leadership may also put the company in a challenging position.