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HODL 2025 concludes in Dubai with announcement of 31st edition in Riyadh, expanding its global presence.

Coinbase faces a data breach with extortion, leading to possible $400 million losses. The company offers a $20 million reward for assailants' identification.

LeverFi's LeverAI staking goes live with up to 360% APR, attracting strong participation and increasing TVL.

Trump's executive order promotes crypto growth, appoints Crypto and AI Czar, igniting market optimism and raising $25M fundraiser.

The Swarms API infrastructure integrates AI with Web3, enabling dynamic task orchestration and decentralized trading of tools and agents.

U.S. and China pause tariffs boosting tech stocks and Bitcoin prices, reflecting positive investor sentiment.

OpenAI rolls out GPT-4.1 to paid ChatGPT users, expanding AI capabilities as of May 14, 2025.

eToro's IPO priced at $52, exceeding expectations; shares rise on NASDAQ debut under ticker "ETOR".

Metrika and S&P Global Ratings complete a blockchain risk framework proof-of-concept, enhancing risk transparency for digital assets.

TradeOS aims to disrupt the $4 trillion trade market using blockchain technology and decentralized escrow systems.

Ivault app launches a global decentralized rental network for everyday items on May 2025.

Flare Network debuts FAssets v1.1 on Songbird, enhancing XRP's on-chain utility with scalable FXRP minting.

OpenAI announces plans to regularly publish AI safety test results, enhancing transparency in its AI practices.

The Pi Foundation launches a $100M fund to support startups enhancing the Pi ecosystem, boosting Pi cryptocurrency adoption and utility.

Former SEC Chair Gary Gensler's pro-crypto stance revealed in leaked details contrasts with his public enforcement actions.

New York's BitLicense remains a global crypto regulatory standard as highlighted by NYDFS at Cornell Tech conference.

Chime and eToro announce IPO plans, testing fintech market appetite amid recent volatility.

Aurora Labs announces Aurora Blocks incubator on NEAR Protocol to accelerate Virtual Chain development. Applications open until May 28, 2025.

French Interior Minister meets crypto leaders to address security after kidnappings of cryptocurrency executives in France.

Bitget Wallet launches crypto index funds, enhancing user exposure and accessibility to a diversified portfolio.

SonarX reportedly names a former Amazon Blockchain Product Head as Chief Product Officer, marking potential influence in blockchain integration.

Anthropic accused of AI 'hallucination' in legal battle with music publishers over song lyrics, highlighting copyright issues.

Hedera launches AI Studio, an open-source toolkit for building trusted AI applications on its network, marking a significant advance in blockchain-AI convergence.

eToro's IPO on Nasdaq raises $620M, valuing the company at $4.2B, amid strong investor interest.