Bybit reveals security overhaul in response to $1.4B hack
Bybit announced a major security upgrade after suffering a $1.4B hack in February, focusing on audits, wallet protection, and information security enhancements.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Dispels Circle Acquisition Rumors | Bitcoinist.com

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse denies rumors of acquiring Circle, focusing instead on Ripple’s strategic initiatives like RLUSD stablecoin and tokenized real estate in the UAE.
Redefining Privacy: Howard Wu on Aleo, Zero-Knowledge, and the Future of Blockchain Confidentiality

Howard Wu discusses Aleo’s use of zero-knowledge proofs to enable programmable privacy in blockchain, allowing selective data sharing and confidential transactions for businesses and individuals.
Ethereum vs. Bitcoin? Vitalik Says BTC Wins on Simplicity and Node Count

Vitalik Buterin acknowledges Bitcoin’s advantages over Ethereum in simplicity, node count, and decentralization, while noting Ethereum’s reliance on intermediaries in its Layer 2 ecosystem.
UNDER EXPOSED EP 28 – Macro, Summer Crypto Outlook & InfoFi Overheats – Decrypt

UNDER EXPOSED EP 28 discusses macro news impacting crypto, summer market outlook, and InfoFi trends. Hosts TylerD, Deeze, Geebz, and Peter Jennings analyze crypto sectors and trades.
XRP News Today: Ripple CEO Denies $5B Circle Acquisition Rumors

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse denied rumors of a $5B acquisition of Circle, stating no such bid was made. Circle remains focused on its IPO plans while Ripple advances tokenization projects.
Blockchain Group Buys 624 Bitcoin For $68.6M, Aiming To Join Top Institutional Holders

Blockchain Group purchased 624 BTC for $68.6M, increasing its total holdings to 1,437 BTC worth $150M. The firm aims to become a top institutional Bitcoin holder, funded via convertible bonds and capital raises.
Binance Reaches 275M Users, Adds 80M in Five Months – Exchanges Bitcoin News

Binance surpasses 275 million users, adding 80 million in five months, reinforcing its dominance in the global cryptocurrency exchange market and digital finance infrastructure.
Google’s Latest App Lets Your Phone Run AI in Your Pocket—Entirely Offline – Decrypt

Google’s AI Edge Gallery app enables offline AI processing on smartphones, featuring chat, image analysis, and text tasks. It runs models like Gemma 3n locally, offering privacy and performance benefits.
Brad Garlinghouse denies Ripple’s reported $5 billion bid to acquire Circle

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse denied reports of a $5 billion bid to acquire Circle, stating it was never considered. Circle is preparing for an IPO, while Ripple focuses on stablecoin and tokenization strategies.