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CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: LTC and ICP Take the Lead as Index Inches Higher
Litecoin gained 2.1% while Internet Computer rose 1.9% in overnight trading.Source link
Tough Times for Bitcoin Miners: First Half of August Yields Just a Fraction of July’s Profits
With the first half of August in the rearview mirror, it’s clear that bitcoin miners are facing a challenging month, having only accumulated 36.36% of the total revenue they made in July. A combination of bitcoin’s price fluctuations and reduced onchain fees has left miners in a much tighter spot. Bitcoin Miners Face a HardSource link
USDC Tap-to-Pay on Apple iPhone ‘Incoming Soon’: Circle CEO
Apple recently opened its NFC chip to third-party wallet developers, ending over a decade of Apple Pay exclusivity.Source link
South Africa Unveils National AI Policy Framework, Seeks Stakeholder Feedback
South Africa has published a national policy framework for artificial intelligence (AI) and is seeking feedback from stakeholders. This framework is the first step towards developing a comprehensive national AI policy. It aims to foster a robust AI ecosystem through coordinated efforts in research, talent cultivation, and infrastructure enhancement. The policy also emphasizes the importanceSource link
Top Crypto Startup Drove Other Projects’ Airdrops to Its Employees
Eigen Labs circulated a list of team members' wallet addresses to EigenLayer ecosystem projects that were preparing to issue tokens. The firm later banned the practice, citing potential conflicts of interest.Source link