Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, recently highlighted the Jevons Paradox — an economic principle that suggests increased efficiency in resource use often leads to greater overall consumption. In the AI sector, this paradox is becoming more relevant than ever. Take the example of the Chinese startup DeepSeek, whose R1 model is cheaper, faster, and more energy-efficient than its competitors. At first glance, this democratizes access to AI. But following the paradox, the result could be a massive surge in AI usage, leading to higher energy and resource consumption. Instead of conserving, we may face even greater strain on infrastructure and the environment.
Why does this matter? Because AI is rapidly becoming essential across all industries — from healthcare to entertainment. Yet, greater accessibility can bring unintended consequences: from uncontrolled adoption to market disruptions caused by revaluations of industry leaders. DeepSeek has already shaken the market: Nvidia’s stock is plummeting, and competitors are scrambling to adjust strategies. Nadella emphasizes that the future of AI isn’t just about innovation but also finding sustainable solutions.
What we’re witnessing isn’t just technological progress but an existential challenge for the entire AI industry. The real question isn’t whether we can make AI accessible to everyone — it’s what cost we’ll pay to achieve it.
The TON team has dropped its roadmap for the first half of 2025, and here’s the highlight reel: 🔹 Improved network stability under heavy loads; 🔹 New tools for validators; 🔹 Updated Toncenter API; 🔹 Launch of a second-layer payment network; 🔹 Release of the TOLK 1.0 programming language; 🔹 A TON-BTC Teleport bridge for seamless Bitcoin integration; 🔹 …and more.
The big question: can TON deliver all this on time? Thoughts?
⚠ Be careful with code generated by ChatGPT. One guy used AI to help write a bump bot for pump.fun. Unfortunately, the code ended up linking to a scam Solana API site, resulting in a loss of $2.5k.
Never blindly trust AI-generated code. The user on GitHub, "solanaapisdev," has created multiple repositories over the past 4 months to manipulate AI into producing malicious code designed to steal private keys.
😎 Privacy and interoperability are two trends I’ve got my eye on in the blockchain space. They’re both necessary for Web3 to succeed and grow beyond a niche. However, they don’t always go together well.
Privacy is a basic right but it’s also necessary for business compliance and protecting users’ data. But interoperability is also vital to allow money and information to move around the blockchain ecosystem – and interoperability requires a degree of transparency.
There are some interesting solutions being developed that manage to tick both boxes. I hope they succeed: it would be truly game-changing to have a version of Web3 that offered both together.
I found an interesting chart about Bitcoin issuance 💸
•56.8% – held in personal wallets •17.6% – inactive •5.2% – managed by funds •4.8% – on Satoshi Nakamoto’s addresses •3.3% – owned by businesses •2.4% – controlled by governments
The remaining 6.2% of $BTC will be mined by miners until 2140.
The Invisibility Shield can hide a person from drone machine vision.
Cameras and sensors stop detecting presence, causing the drone to instantly lose sight of its target — protection from high-tech surveillance is becoming a reality.
💩 Apple is developing a new device that will be lighter and smaller than the Vision Pro, according to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg.
Rumored to be a cross between an AR headset and smart glasses, the main feature will be that the primary component of the device will be housed in a wireless computing disk. The new device is expected to work in tandem with AirPods Pro 3.
🌐 China Allegedly Resumes Selling Seized Ethereum from PlusToken Scam
👀 The cryptocurrency market faces potential turbulence as reports emerge of the Chinese government allegedly resuming the sale of Ethereum ($ETH ) seized from the PlusToken pyramid scheme. This development marks the first significant movement of these assets since 2021, with approximately 7,000 ETH out of the remaining 542,000 ETH (valued at $1.3 billion) reportedly transferred to exchanges within the past 24 hours.
❓ The PlusToken scam, operational from 2018 to 2019, amassed substantial cryptocurrency holdings before Chinese authorities intervened. While a significant portion of the confiscated Bitcoin was liquidated between 2019 and 2020, the majority of the Ethereum remained untouched until mid-2021. The resurgence of these asset movements could potentially exert downward pressure on ETH prices in the short term.
💬 How do you think this large-scale liquidation of seized assets by a government entity might impact market sentiment and the broader adoption of cryptocurrencies? Could this influence future regulatory approaches to handling confiscated digital assets?
🔥 USDA Approves First Blockchain-Based Cattle Certification System
🗣️ CattleProof, a Wyoming-based company, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first blockchain-based Process Verified Program (PVP) approved by the United States Department of #Agriculture (USDA). This innovative system, called "Verified," uses decentralized digital ledger technology to record and verify information about individual cows, combining data from electronic identification tags with blockchain records.
📌 The USDA's approval of CattleProof's PVP application marks a pivotal moment in the intersection of #blockchain technology and agriculture. It demonstrates the government's increasing acceptance of blockchain as a foundational technology in the agricultural sector. CattleProof's unique offerings include "Born in the USA" certification for cattle and digital certificates with hyperlinks to individual animal data.
💬 How do you think this USDA approval of a blockchain-based cattle certification system might influence the adoption of similar technologies in other areas of agriculture or food supply chain management? What potential benefits and challenges do you foresee in implementing such systems more broadly?
💰 Wrapped Bitcoin Shifts to Multi-Jurisdiction Custody, Sparking Community Debate
📍 Wrapped Bitcoin ($WBTC ), a tokenized version of Bitcoin on the Ethereum network, has completed its transition to a geographically distributed custody structure. The new arrangement involves a partnership between BitGo and BiT Global, with custody shared across Singapore, Hong Kong, and the United States. This move aims to enhance security and decentralization by requiring two signatures for any transaction approval.
🔗 Despite the transition's seamless implementation for users, it has sparked debates within the #cryptocurrency community. The Sky platform (formerly Maker) initially voted to remove WBTC as a collateral asset due to concerns over Justin Sun's involvement. However, the platform is now reconsidering this decision following discussions with BitGo co-founder Mike Belshe.
💬 How do you think this new multi-jurisdiction custody arrangement for WBTC will impact its perceived reliability and adoption in the DeFi ecosystem? Does this development address the concerns raised by platforms like Sky, or do you think further measures are needed to build trust in tokenized assets?
Elon Musk and Donald Trump have once again shaken up the token market. During a recent speech in Butler, Musk called himself “Dark MAGA,” which immediately impacted the price of the DMAGA token on the Solana blockchain.
In just 24 hours, DMAGA surged by 374%, rising from $0.0022 to $0.011. The market capitalization reached $9 million, giving investors impressive returns. The DMAGA token has become the digital symbol of a more radical version of the “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) movement.
Following Musk and Trump’s joint appearance, Trump’s odds of winning the election, according to Polymarket, once again surpassed those of Harris.
In addition, Elon Musk’s Political Action Committee (PAC) is offering $47 for each voter brought in key swing states. This helped Trump surpass Harris by 6% in election betting odds in Pennsylvania.
Together, these two have the potential to strengthen the global economy, ensure peace, and open many new opportunities for the future.
Comparison of the top 10 cryptocurrencies: This is how the market leaders looked 10 years ago and now. Many coins have dropped in rank, and Ethereum was launched later, in the summer of 2015. What’s most surprising is that $DOGE is still in the top! I joined in 2017 when $BTC was around $10,000. That was the beginning of the bull market, and I was euphoric — everything I bought was rising every day. But then, during the bear market, I lost everything I had gained. Now a new bull market is starting, and I’ll keep you updated on when to lock in profits. For now, our portfolios are filled, and we’re waiting patiently.
The U.S. Embassy in Israel orders its staff to return home and prepare to enter shelters.
The market is reacting negatively, but friends, these red candles are temporary. A bull market is ahead, so don’t sell in panic — you’ll regret it later when you buy back at higher prices.
Just take a look at this chart:
🚀 Historically, all 5 bull markets began in October.
And of course, the presidential elections coincide this year, along with many other factors. But my game plan remains unchanged. All the scary stuff is behind us, and only green candles lie ahead globally. Yes, there will be some small corrections.
🚀 BTC Price Prediction for October 31, 2024, at 23:59 UTC+4 🚀
As we approach the end of October, the crypto market is buzzing with anticipation. Based on current trends and historical data, I predict that Bitcoin (BTC) will reach $72,500 by October 31, 2024, at 23:59 UTC+4. This projection considers the potential bullish momentum as the event draws near, coupled with the general market sentiment that often surrounds significant crypto events.
Scammers deceive players by offering to withdraw money at a favorable rate through a fake link. Victims enter their details on a phishing website, after which their accounts are drained, and their profiles are used for spamming, data theft, and involvement in financial pyramids.
Be careful ⚠️ If you're unsure about your actions, feel free to write to me or leave a comment, and I’ll help.
🇺🇸Harris on the future of the crypto industry in America!
Yesterday, Kamala Harris, who is running for president, stated that under her leadership, the U.S. would lead in the fields of blockchain, technology, and quantum computing. She plans to actively develop the digital assets sector, with a focus on protecting investors and consumers.
It's clear that she has changed her stance on cryptocurrencies since half of Americans invest in crypto assets and support those who promote the development of the crypto industry. This could help her attract votes, including supporters of Trump.
In response, Donald Trump’s son said: "I’d pay a lot of money to hear Kamala explain crypto/blockchain technology without a teleprompter. The longer she talks, the more I’ll pay."
Two great news! 1. It's a new Launchpool where we can get new tokens for free! 2. It's the listing of Hamster on Binance!
Important! Don't forget to transfer your tokens to the exchange so you can sell them right away. And the most important thing — if you have multiple Hamster accounts, make sure to withdraw to different exchanges.
On September 19, the farming of HMSTR tokens will start on Binance Launchpool! Users will be able to stake their BNB and FDUSD to receive HMSTR tokens.
The spot listing on Binance, as well as on other exchanges, will happen on September 26.
For those who haven't registered yet, use my link. I will be giving away money among my referrals, as well as offering bonuses from the exchange.
hello everyone! I want to share why I have invested my money in crypto right now.
Interesting fact: Bitcoin halving happens in the year of the U.S. presidential election, and a bull rally has started in that same year three times already. 2024 will be the fourth. I’ll show some examples in pictures for beginners:
1. The first picture shows Bitcoin's chart after the U.S. presidential elections. 2. The second picture shows the percentage growth during those same years. 3. The third picture shows that experts and analysts are predicting a decrease in the U.S. interest rate. In 6 days, on September 18, a rate cut is expected. Recently, there was a report that inflation has decreased below expectations, making a rate cut more likely. This will bring more money into the market. There are still many reasons for growth, I wrote about this in another post.
Beginners are incredibly lucky to enter the crypto world during a growth phase. Learn, earn, and for the next 1.5-2 years, we’re likely looking at profitable times ahead. 👍🏻 Like this post if you’re ready for big money!
1. Stay Flexible: Don’t stick to outdated ideas. Try to predict where the market is headed before it becomes obvious. Being ahead of the curve is where the real gains are.
2. Keep Yourself Informed: Follow key sources like Binance Research and CryptoDiffer etc. They share critical insights that can help you stay ahead of trends.
3. Do Your Homework: Before jumping on any token that’s suddenly pumping, always check two things—its unlock period and Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV). These can be the difference between a good investment and a bad one.
4. Invest Smartly: A small $20 that grows 200x may seem like a win, but a larger investment can often yield better results with 2x. If you’ve done your research, consider increasing your investment and pull out your initial capital once you double it. This strategy is safer in the long run.
5. Know When to Walk Away: If a token has already pumped before you got in, chances are it’s too late. Take quick profits or let it go entirely. Remember, the early buyers are waiting to cash out, and you don’t want to be left holding the bag.
6. Cut Out the Noise: Streamline your social media. Unfollow anyone talking about irrelevant topics and focus only on accounts that provide valuable insights about the market. Also, organize your Telegram for easy access to important info and the apps you're mining.
7. Form Alliances: You can’t win alone. Connect with others who are good at spotting airdrops or researching meme tokens. Build relationships with them it will help you succeed.
8. Keep an Eye on Airdrops: They will always be profitable ones at the end especially the ones that has the support or backup of other big or known projects. Stay alert.
9. Memes Are the Next Big Thing: Learn to identify rising meme tokens like SUNDOG before they blow up. Act fast and don’t procrastinate.
10. Stay Objective: Don’t get emotionally attached to any token. The goal is to make money, so stay flexible and adapt to changes quickly.
While others panic, whales are buying up bitcoin (BTC)
Bitcoin is falling, but large holders are seizing the moment and quietly accumulating assets while retail investors panic sell off BTC
Santiment's onchain data shows that influential market participants are treating the current downturn as a lucrative opportunity. They are stocking up on bitcoins (BTC) and ignoring warnings of crashes and bear markets.
Whales are actively buying up BTC
Brian Quinlivan, lead analyst at Santiment, notes a significant increase in bitcoin accumulation by whales over the past three months. According to Santiment, addresses holding at least 10 BTC have increased their balances by 34,200 BTC (roughly $2.15 billion) since June, despite price volatility. “While others are saying we are in a bear market and a crash is coming, whales are just buying up tons of coins while everyone panics.” This indicates that the whales are confident in bitcoin's long-term potential, even though small investors are succumbing to market panic. Researchers at Bybit note that a similar bullish trend is also seen in bitcoin options markets.
History repeats itself Historically, periods of fear and panic selling often open up profitable buying opportunities. To do so, you just have to be able to understand market cycles. Quinlivan notes that crowd behavior can serve as a signal to the contrary. When retail investors sell out of fear, whales start actively buying at discounted prices.
This pattern coincides with historical examples where active accumulation by whales during recessions preceded a price recovery. “We saw the biggest spike in negative mentions since the big August crash last month ... it turned out to be the perfect time to buy,” Quinlivan added. Another important indicator confirming the whales' confidence is the declining volume of BTC on exchanges. This reflects a long-term holding strategy. Investors are moving their assets into cold wallets and this reduces the risk of panic sell-offs. The recent volatility may deter novice investors. However, experienced market participants see opportunities in the current situation. Their activity indicates confidence in bitcoin's bright future, especially considering that prices traditionally rise in the fourth quarter.