Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. owns up to $250,000 in Bitcoin (BTC), in contrast to his previous claim that he was not an investor in the leading cryptocurrency. A record…
Marathon Digital blames weather conditions for mining 21% less Bitcoin in June
Bitcoin mining company Marathon Digital has linked the recent slump in its total amount of Bitcoin’s (BTC) mined in June to the weather conditions in Texas and a drop in transaction fees….
What is prompt engineering, and how does it work?
Prompt engineering has become a powerful method for optimizing language models in natural language processing (NLP). It entails creating efficient prompts, often referred to as instructions or questions, to direct the behavior and…
Over $765K worth of NFTs stolen after SIM swap attack on GutterCatGang
More than $765,000 worth of nonfungible tokens has been stolen as part of a reported SIM swap attack on the GutterCatGang NFT project. The security breach was highlighted by several NFT community…
$30B stolen from crypto ecosystem since 2012: Report
From 2012 to the present, over $30 billion in crypto has been hacked in 1,101 documented incidents, a July 7 report from SlowMist has revealed. According to the blockchain security firm, the…
Lightning Labs releases tools letting AI transact and hold Bitcoin
Bitcoin (BTC) Lightning Network development firm Lightning Labs unveiled a new set of tools for artificial intelligence to send and receive BTC on the network’s layer-2 solution. On July 6, Lightning Labs…
Blockchain and IoT in Smart Cities: Improving Urban Living Through Connectivity and Trust
In today’s fast-paced world, smart cities are emerging as the new standard for urban living. These cities leverage cutting-edge technologies to enhance the quality of life for residents, streamline services, and create…
DeFi Insurance Pools: A Deep Dive
As decentralized finance (DeFi) continues to revolutionize the financial landscape, the need for robust risk management solutions becomes paramount. DeFi platforms present lucrative opportunities for investors and users alike, but they also…
NFTs and Bioinformatics: Tokenizing Genomic Sequences and Biological Data
In recent years, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have gained immense popularity in the digital world. Initially associated with digital art and collectibles, NFTs have now found their way into various industries, including the…
Centralization of Mining Power: The Risks and Implications
Cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, have gained significant traction in recent years, attracting both enthusiasts and investors. The mining process is fundamental to the functioning of these digital currencies. However, the concentration of…