Artificial intelligence and blockchain are converging to reshape the crypto landscape. According to Pantera Capital’s general partner, Cosmo Jiang, AI-driven blockchain adoption is accelerating, enhancing security, decentralization, and transparency. As deepfake technology and AI-generated frauds rise, blockchain could serve as a vital solution in verifying identities and preventing manipulation.

AI’s Role in Deepfake Detection and Security

The rapid advancements in AI have led to increased concerns about digital security, particularly with the spread of deepfakes. Jiang highlights BitMind, a project using AI on the Bittensor (TAO) network, to detect and mitigate deepfakes. BitMind employs decentralized AI models that improve detection accuracy and resilience, making it harder for malicious actors to manipulate media.

Unlike centralized platforms that control detection algorithms, BitMind operates through independent miners running classification models. This decentralized approach ensures a robust, censorship-resistant detection system, reinforcing AI-driven blockchain adoption as a crucial defense against digital deception.

Government Regulations on AI and Blockchain

With AI and blockchain becoming more interconnected, regulatory discussions are heating up. Jiang supports proactive collaboration between regulators and the tech industry to craft frameworks that foster innovation while protecting users.

He emphasizes the significance of the newly created White House AI and Crypto Czar position. This move, he argues, acknowledges that AI and blockchain are the two fastest-growing sectors, requiring tailored regulations that balance decentralization and compliance.

Decentralized AI development, in particular, offers an alternative to corporate-controlled AI systems. Blockchain networks provide a structure where multiple independent actors contribute to AI evolution, ensuring a more open and censorship-resistant future.

Pantera’s Investments in AI-Driven Blockchain Projects

Pantera Capital has been actively investing in AI-driven blockchain adoption, believing that crypto offers unique advantages for AI development. Jiang highlights investments in Bittensor (TAO) and Sentient, both of which focus on incentivizing open-source AI contributions.

Traditionally, AI research has been dominated by closed ecosystems like OpenAI. However, blockchain-based models offer a tokenized incentive structure, rewarding contributors and fostering decentralized AI innovation. Jiang compares Bittensor’s development to the early days of Bitcoin, where a passionate community built the foundation for a new financial system.

Decentralized Identity: Verifying Humans in an AI-Dominated World

Another emerging challenge in the AI era is distinguishing between humans and AI-generated entities. Pantera has invested in Worldcoin (WLD) and Humanity Protocol, two projects focused on decentralized identity verification.

Worldcoin, founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, aims to create a scalable system that confirms human identity without compromising privacy. If successful, this could enable fair digital interactions, protect democratic processes, and even lay the groundwork for AI-driven universal basic income (UBI).

Jiang believes that as AI-generated content becomes more prevalent, solutions like Worldcoin will be essential in preventing fraud and ensuring the integrity of online interactions.

The Future of AI-Driven Blockchain Adoption

As AI continues to evolve, its integration with blockchain is inevitable. From security enhancements to open-source AI development, AI-driven blockchain adoption is shaping the next wave of technological progress.

With deepfake detection, decentralized identity verification, and tokenized AI incentives, blockchain provides the foundation for a more transparent and secure digital world. As Pantera Capital continues investing in these innovations, the fusion of AI and blockchain is poised to redefine industries and reshape the internet’s future.

Whether through identity verification, decentralized AI research, or fraud prevention, the collaboration between AI and blockchain is not just a possibility—it’s already happening.

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Argentina’s President Javier Milei has denied any wrongdoing in what is now being called the Milei cryptocurrency scandal. The controversy erupted after Milei mentioned a newly launched cryptocurrency, $Libra, in a social media post. The digital asset saw a brief surge before plummeting, leaving many investors with heavy losses.

Now, legal authorities are assessing whether the president could face fraud charges. Despite the backlash, Milei remains defiant, comparing investors’ losses to gambling risks. “If you go to a casino and lose money, what’s there to complain about?” he remarked in a recent interview.

Milei’s Social Media Post Under Scrutiny

The Milei cryptocurrency scandal began when the president shared a link to a site selling $Libra on X (formerly Twitter). Investors interpreted this as an endorsement, leading to a rush of purchases. However, after Milei deleted the post just hours later, the token’s value collapsed.

Opposition leaders and investors have accused the launch of resembling a “rug pull,” a fraudulent scheme where promoters abandon a project after raising funds. Although the presidential office insists Milei had no involvement in the development of $Libra, critics argue his actions misled the public.

Investigation into Potential Fraud

A federal judge is now tasked with determining whether the fraud allegations against Milei should proceed. Argentina’s Anti-Corruption Office has also launched an inquiry to assess if the president’s actions violated ethical or legal standards.

Milei, however, remains steadfast in his defense, stating that he acted “in good faith” and had no financial interest in $Libra. He claims he deleted his post after realizing he lacked sufficient information about the project.

Political Fallout and Economic Implications

The Milei cryptocurrency scandal has fueled tensions between the president and opposition politicians, some of whom are now considering impeachment proceedings. While political analysts believe an impeachment is unlikely, the controversy could distract Milei from his ambitious economic reform agenda.

Argentina has been struggling with high inflation and economic instability, and Milei’s administration has pushed for radical changes to stabilize the economy. However, this latest controversy risks undermining investor confidence at a critical time.

Lessons from the $Libra Collapse

The Milei cryptocurrency scandal serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of investing in unregulated digital assets. Cryptocurrency markets are known for their volatility, and political endorsements—whether intentional or not—can influence trading behavior.

Investors should remain cautious and conduct thorough research before committing funds to new tokens. Meanwhile, regulatory bodies worldwide are likely to watch this case closely as governments grapple with how to oversee the rapidly evolving crypto industry.

While Milei continues to defend his actions, the outcome of the investigation will determine whether this scandal leaves a lasting impact on his presidency.

The Future of Crypto Regulation in Argentina

Beyond the immediate legal and political consequences, the Milei cryptocurrency scandal could accelerate discussions about cryptocurrency regulation in Argentina. While Milei has been an advocate for free markets and minimal government intervention, this incident raises questions about the need for greater oversight to protect investors from fraudulent schemes.

If the government fails to address these concerns, Argentina risks becoming a hotspot for crypto-related scams, further damaging investor confidence. Some experts believe that new regulations, such as mandatory disclosures for public figures endorsing financial products, could emerge from this controversy.

For now, the case remains a test of Milei’s leadership. Whether he weathers this storm or faces long-term political damage will depend on how he handles the investigation and reassures both investors and the public about his commitment to transparency.

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SINGAPORE, Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the title of “Best Crypto App” at the prestigious Sensor Tower APAC Awards 2024. Binance was recognized as the top application in the cryptocurrency taxonomy, earning the award based on its leading performance among all other applications in the category. This recognition highlights Binance’s exceptional performance, leadership, and impact in the cryptocurrency industry.

Each year, the Sensor Tower APAC Awards recognizes leading apps and games in their respective categories, using insights from Sensor Tower Intelligence. These rankings are based on a variety of key metrics, including Downloads, IAP Revenue, Active Users, Reviews, Ratings, and overall impact on society and the industry.

“With Bitcoin’s price reaching new highs in 2024, Binance, the leading global app in the Cryptocurrency category, saw its downloads soar once again. It stands out as the premier all-in-one crypto solution for trading, staking, earning, and learning. With over 225 million downloads worldwide, it has earned an impressive average rating of 4.8 stars and has led the monthly active user rankings in its category globally since 2022, with particularly strong growth in Asia,” said Donny Kristianto, Principal Market Insights Manager at Sensor Tower APAC Awards.

Andy Goldin, Binance’s Head of Data and Analytics, commented on the achievement: “We are honored to receive the Best Crypto App award at the Sensor Tower APAC Awards 2024. This recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication to providing the best possible experience for our users and is in alignment with recent data showcasing Binance’s strong performance. According to DefiLlama, Binance safeguards $150 billion in crypto assets for our users, while CCData reported we’ve facilitated over $100 trillion in trading volumes since 2017. We remain committed to innovation and excellence in the cryptocurrency space, and we are excited about the future as we continue to grow and evolve.”

In addition to the Sensor Tower APAC Awards, 2024 was a milestone year for Binance, marked by multiple industry recognitions. Binance was ranked as the most visited cryptocurrency platform of 2024 by Cloudflare’s web traffic report and secured the 6th spot globally in the financial services sector. Fortune also named Binance the No.1 Asia FinTech Innovator in 2024, by virtue of its leadership and ongoing innovation in the fintech space.

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Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 250 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com 

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HONG KONG, Feb. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The world’s first zero-gas-fee decentralized exchange, DeriW, will unveil its innovative perpetual exchange platform at Consensus HK 2025. It is backed by the CoinW team which has eight years of experience in the blockchain industry. The DeriW team will be present from February 18 to 20 at CoinW’s Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) booth.

Event participants are invited to visit and explore DeriW’s revolutionary trading platform as well as connect with the team.

This is a key opportunity for traders and affiliates to learn, engage, and join the DeriW ecosystem.

A New Era of Decentralized Trading

DeriW is engineered on a sophisticated Rollup architecture.

This allows it to inherit Ethereum’s robust security features while enhancing transparency by integrating Layer 3 applications with Layer 2 infrastructure.

The platform can achieve fast and efficient high-speed trading speeds of up to 80,000 transactions per second.

Building on its technological prowess, DeriW has introduced the Pendulum AMM model to its liquidity pools.

It promises Liquidity Partners zero slippage and attractive annual percentage yield (APY) rates. 

These innovations position DeriW as a cost-efficient, high-performance, and transparent solution in the decentralized trading space.

Official Launch at the ‘Connecting Legends’ After-Party

The official DeriW product launch will take place during CoinW’s ‘Connecting Legends’ After-Party on February 19 at Cloud 39 – The Henderson.

It starts at 7 PM, with the launch presentation at 7:40 PM which will feature insights from blockchain industry leaders and key affiliates.

Attendees can experience DeriW’s advanced trading features, explore ecosystem opportunities, and provide direct feedback with the team.

Testnet

Parallel to the product launch, DeriW is set to announce the commencement of its Testnet phase.

Users can explore the platform’s functionalities through a series of Trading and Community events, which is perfectly timed with CoinW’s exclusive Airdrop Event.

Participants in the Testnet will have the first-hand opportunity to claim $DER rewards, which will be distributed upon the Mainnet launch.

Roadmap

DeriW’s development is strategically planned, as outlined in the roadmap below.

• 2024 Q3: Testnet launched, core function testing opened, and early user incentive program launched
• 2024 Q4: Core community building, global trading competitions and meme creation activities, collecting user feedback to optimize product experience
• 2025 Q1: A major upgrade of the testnet, comprehensively improving the performance of the public chain, and iterating the platform’s trading and LP systems
• 2025 Q2: The mainnet is officially released, TGE tokens are generated, and the ecological construction plan is launched
• 2025 Q3: Open professional-grade API interface to support quantitative trading and support the launch of custom trading pairs
• 2025 Q4: Build a global trader community for a smarter and more efficient user experience

In the first quarter of the year, DeriW will introduce customizable protocols to support minor trading currency pairs, enhancing its versatility.

Looking ahead to the second quarter, DeriW aims to foster a global trading community and expand its offerings with new derivative products, ensuring a more dynamic and engaging trading experience.

Be part of DeriW’s groundbreaking journey at Consensus Hong Kong 2025. Experience the next-generation zero-gas decentralized trading platform and secure early access to its Testnet.

See you there!

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HONG KONG, Feb. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CoinW, a global leader in cryptocurrency trading, proudly announces the launch of its flagship online forum series, WConnect – Connecting Legends. This initiative is designed to unite CoinW users with iconic Layer 1 blockchains and their transformative projects. By collaborating with leading ecosystems like Solana, and other prominent players, WConnect seeks to empower the next wave of Web3 unicorns.

The series will offer a dynamic space where industry leaders, developers, and enthusiasts converge to exchange ideas, explore trends, and ignite innovation. WConnect stands as a beacon of opportunity, fostering a vibrant ecosystem where visionary startups can flourish.

Connecting Blockchain Ecosystems 

WConnect is a flagship online forum series introduced by CoinW. 

It aims to bring together industry leaders and developer communities in different blockchain ecosystems to jointly explore industry trends. This is a great opportunity to exchange technical experience and explore development opportunities. 

The WConnect series will play a key role in this cooperation as a core platform, which will promote blockchain collaboration and amplify the impact of innovation. 

It will focus on in-depth discussions around the following key themes:

AI, RWA and DeFi Trends: Explore industry innovation and breakthrough developments.
Professional Trading Strategies: Share trading strategies and discover potential projects.
Layer 1 Ecosystem: Focus on potential projects in Sui, Solana ecosystem.
Project Development Challenges: Get valuable guidance from the experience of front-line developers.
Web3 Future Development: Prospects for industry-wide adoption and trends in innovation.

WConnect’s online events will be broadcast simultaneously on Twitter Space and YouTube. At the same time, CoinW’s global users can likewise access its events through CoinW’s live channel. 

Each episode will further expand WConnect’s reach through recordings and highlight clips, connecting with users in the CoinW ecosystem.The first episode of the WConnect series will focus on the role of Layer 1 ecosystems in promoting blockchain innovation and growth. Mainstream Layer 1 projects built on Sui and Solana will be among the topics for discussion. 

Industry movers and shakers, technical experts and community leaders from popular projects, media partners such as Cointelegram will be invited to share progress within their projects. They are also encouraged to provide input on future development directions. 

$100,000 Prize Pool Trading Competition 

To celebrate this milestone, CoinW is launching a $100,000 Trading Competition Series. The competitions will showcase standout projects like CETUS, NAVX, SCA, and HIPPO, with diverse reward categories such as new user incentives, daily trading bonuses, and competitive trading challenges with generous USDT prizes.

• New User Rewards: Register and trade at least $100 USDT in SUI, CETUS, NAVX, SCA, or HIPPO to receive 5 USDT. A total of 10,000 USDT is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Daily Trading Challenge: Trade $100 USDT or more each day to qualify for a weekly prize pool of $5,000 USDT, encouraging consistent participation and engagement.
• SCA Trading Challenge: Compete for a share of a 20,000 USDT prize pool by trading at least $100 USDT in SCA/USDT, with rewards distributed based on trading volume.
• NAVX Lucky Lottery: Trade a minimum of $200 USDT in NAVX/USDT to enter a lucky draw and win prizes ranging from 5 to 20 USDT. A total of 600 winners will be selected randomly.
• CETUS Net Purchase Contest: Compete for a share of 10,000 USDT by ranking in the top 30 net CETUS purchasers. An additional 5,000 USDT will be distributed proportionally to participants who trade at least $100 USDT.
• HIPPO Trading Safari: Reach specified trading volume milestones to win rewards from a 10,000 USDT prize pool, with limited spots available for each tier.

Additionally, join WConnect’s airdrop event by completing simple social tasks, such as joining the official Telegram group and sharing event posts. Participants will enter a draw to win USDT and Sui token rewards.

Expanding Influence 

CoinW’s WConnect series will initially focus on the Sui and Solana ecosystem. This also marks a continuation of CoinW’s partnership with Solana, reinforcing the collaboration established earlier through initiatives such as the Solana Founders Villa. As highlighted in their previous partnership, CoinW and Solana have jointly supported emerging Web3 founders, fostering innovation and ecosystem growth. Through WConnect, CoinW and Solana will continue working together, providing resources and exposure to promising projects in the Solana ecosystem and beyond.

Moving forward, WConnect will continue expanding its scope, featuring other leading Layer 1 ecosystems to empower more projects and developers.

About CoinW

Founded in 2017, CoinW is a globally trusted cryptocurrency exchange serving over 13 million users in 14 countries. With cutting-edge technology, advanced security, and a focus on empowering blockchain innovation, CoinW supports communities worldwide in realizing the transformative power of digital assets.

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