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Web3 strategy game Blocklords have launched their first AI-controlled character, Elisa Revard, as part of a limited-time event.From January 14 to February 1, players can interact with Elisa, a noblewoman tasked with restoring her family’s prestige, and earn $LRDS token rewards by engaging with her. The main goal of the event is to convince Elisa to join a player’s in-game noble house through marriage.Participants must pay a fee in $LRDS tokens to send messages to Elisa, contributing to a prize pool that started at 5,000 $LRDS. The player who achieves the objective will receive half of the prize pool and…

Peter Zhang Jan 17, 2025 13:21 Open Campus introduces its EDU Chain mainnet on Arbitrum Orbit, boasting a total value locked of $150 million, leading the Layer 3 blockchain space. Open Campus, a community-led decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) focused on building an on-chain education network, has successfully launched its EDU Chain mainnet. This new development positions EDU Chain as a formidable player in the blockchain space, particularly within the education sector, with a total value locked (TVL) of $150 million. The mainnet launch, announced by Open Campus, represents a significant milestone as it…

Timothy Morano Jan 17, 2025 09:42 The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced a rise in the composite interest rate to 2.24% by December 2024, reflecting increased weighted funding costs for deposits. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has revealed a modest increase in the composite interest rate, which reached 2.24% by the end of December 2024. This marks a rise of 4 basis points from November’s rate of 2.20%, as reported by the HKMA. Factors Influencing the Rate Increase The uptick in the composite interest rate primarily reflects an increase in the weighted…

Alvin Lang Jan 17, 2025 09:08 NVIDIA’s JetPack 6.2 update introduces Super Mode, significantly boosting AI performance on Jetson Orin Nano and NX modules, enhancing their capabilities for edge AI applications. In a significant leap forward for AI capabilities on edge devices, NVIDIA has released JetPack 6.2, which introduces the Super Mode feature to the Jetson Orin Nano and Jetson Orin NX modules. This update promises up to a twofold increase in AI performance, setting a new benchmark for generative AI on small-scale devices, according to NVIDIA. Super Mode: A New Era for…

Darius Baruo Jan 17, 2025 08:47 Explore 2025’s market dynamics as investors navigate tech innovation, inflation hedges, and energy shifts, while managing risks from spending cuts and inflation according to VanEck’s analysis. In 2025, the global financial landscape is poised for significant shifts as investors grapple with the challenges and opportunities presented by technological innovation, inflation hedges, and energy transitions. According to VanEck, these factors are crucial as market participants strive to balance potential risks and rewards amid spending cuts and inflationary pressures. Technological Innovation Accelerates The technological sector continues to drive market…

Tony Kim Jan 17, 2025 08:20 The commodities sector anticipates growth in 2025, driven by improving global dynamics, following a resilient performance in 2024 despite facing significant challenges. The commodities market is gearing up for a promising 2025, buoyed by a resilient performance in 2024 despite numerous challenges. According to VanEck, the natural resource sector demonstrated remarkable robustness last year, setting the stage for potential growth as global economic conditions improve. Resilience in 2024 In 2024, the commodities market faced a range of challenges, including geopolitical tensions, fluctuating demand, and supply chain disruptions.…

NFT trading volumes have dropped by 19% in 2024, highlighting significant challenges faced by the NFT market. Despite the initial buzz, many people, creators, and businesses are still struggling to embrace NFTs fully. Why? Because a mix of regulatory questions, complicated user experiences, high fees, and environmental concerns are making even the most enthusiastic supporters step back. This article covers the biggest obstacles to NFT adoption and how to overcome them. Whether you’re brand new to NFTs or already in the community, you’ll find something useful. Understanding NFTs and Their Potential NFTs are digital assets—sometimes images, sometimes videos, sometimes items…

Donald Trump’s speculated involvement in U.S. cryptocurrencies has recently sparked a significant rally in the crypto market. Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana have all seen major price surges since Trump’s election win. Traders and investors are betting that Trump’s administration could bring about a new era for U.S.-backed digital currencies. This potential move is fueling hopes that cryptocurrencies like XRP and Solana could become central players in a future “America-first” crypto reserve. Trump’s Vision for U.S. Cryptos In recent months, speculation has grown that Trump’s administration might prioritize U.S.-created cryptocurrencies. According to reports, Trump is receptive to the idea of establishing…

Tether, the world’s biggest stablecoin issuer, has announced the launch of USDT0, a next-generation cross-chain interoperability solution powered by LayerZero’s OFT (Omnichain Fungible Token) Standard. The strategic move strives to enhance the accessibility and utility of USDT across multiple blockchain networks via seamless transfers and financial inclusion.  Introducing USDT0.@Tether_to has completely reshaped global economies and in just over a decade has become the single largest stable asset in the world at almost $140B. It fulfilled crypto’s original promise of banking the unbanked and providing critical financial… pic.twitter.com/36oZJd6F3Q — USDT0 (@USDT0_to) January 16, 2025 USDT0: Redefining Stablecoin Liquidity  Built on LayerZero’s…

Have you ever wondered how digital collectibles can hold real value—or why a sports NFT might suddenly change based on live scores? That’s all thanks to the technology powering NFTs behind the scenes. While headlines often focus on the front-end excitement of high-priced sales, the real magic happens under the hood. In this article, we’ll explore the hidden layers of NFT infrastructure—oracles, wallets, and middleware—that keep NFTs secure, functional, and innovative. NFTs and the Revolution of Digital Ownership NFTs are unique digital assets that can represent ownership of just about anything—art, music, virtual real estate, real-life real estate, and even…