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According to a post from ABFinance's official X account, ABFinance announced that its original launch plan will not proceed, and the project is currently undergoing an orderly liquidation. In the announcement, the team expressed gratitude to community members, partners, and all contributors, stating that they will always stand with their supporters. The announcement currently does not disclose specific reasons for the closure or details regarding subsequent asset disposal.
Odaily News - AMD has announced "Day 0" support for Qwen3.8 27B, the latest-generation model from Alibaba's Tongyi Qianwen (Qwen) series, enabling developers to run this large-scale open-source AI model locally on AMD hardware on the very day of its release.AMD stated that Qwen3.8 27B is a 27B-parameter intensive model suited for local AI development, continuing the Qwen series' optimization focus on code generation, practical work tasks, scientific research, and long-context AI applications. The model can run via the open-source inference framework llama.cpp on AI PCs and workstations powered by AMD processors, or on a single AMD 32GB graphics card, while also supporting AMD hardware platforms with over 24GB of variable graphics memory (VGM) or VRAM capacity.AMD's preliminary tests show that Qwen3.8 27B delivers strong local inference performance on AMD platforms: up to 24.5 tokens/second on the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, and up to 51.8 tokens/second on a single Radeon AI PRO R9700 GPU. The tests were conducted on Windows systems using the llama.cpp Vulkan backend with multi-token prediction (MTP) optimization enabled. AMD noted that actual performance still has room for improvement as further software and model optimizations are rolled out.
OpenAI previews the Ultrafast mode of GPT-5.6 Sol, with output speeds reaching up to 750 tokens per second, a 14-fold increase compared to before, powered by Cerebras. The two parties signed a $10 billion cooperation agreement earlier this year. The service will initially be available only to specific customers via the OpenAI API, with OpenAI planning to gradually expand access as compute capacity grows. OpenAI has already used this mode internally for incident response and plans to use speed as a new pricing lever.
Google Labs' experimental project Pomelli has launched a template upgrade, enabling users to upload images or use preset templates to generate visual assets for social media and advertising, and allowing photos to be converted into short videos or GIFs with one click via the Animate feature. The project is attracting a growing number of small business users, emphasizes simplicity and ease of use, and is currently available for free trial.
据 GlobeNewswire 报道，纳斯达克上市公司 StablecoinX Inc.（股票代码：USDE）发布截至 2026 年 6 月 30 日的第二季度财报。公司于 6 月 25 日完成与 TLGY Acquisition Corporation 的业务合并并正式登陆纳斯达克，持有约 30 亿枚 ENA 代币（截至 6 月 30 日价值约 2.184 亿美元），总资产达 2.326 亿美元。运营层面，公司去中心化验证节点（DVN）累计跨链验证量突破 30 亿美元，并于 7 月 2 日上线 StablecoinX Harness 中间件平台，完成首个企业客户签约。 Ethena 生态方面，USDe 供应量达 39 亿
According to data released by X blogger "Lan Xi", China has 850 million short drama viewers, over 70% of whom (about 600 million people) have started watching AI short dramas, with an extremely high conversion rate. The total number of AI short dramas expected to be released this year may exceed 500,000 titles, which is 15 times the total number of short dramas released last year.
According to the official announcement from Cosmostation Wallet, the team has announced that it will officially discontinue Cosmostation Wallet services. Starting from September 1, 2026, the iOS, Android, and Chrome extension versions will retain only the "Export Mnemonic Phrase" and "Export Private Key" functions, while the remaining functions will be taken offline sequentially. As this wallet is a non-custodial wallet, user assets remain stored on their respective blockchains; holding the mnemonic phrase or private key allows users to import the wallet into other compatible wallets to continue using it. The official team strongly advises users to complete secure backups of private keys or mnemonic phrases before September 1.
According to Odaily, data from MSX.COM shows that Strategy (MSTR)'s stock price has fallen below $94, possibly impacted by news that MSCI is considering removing bitcoin treasury companies from its index system.Analysts believe that if MSCI ultimately decides to exclude bitcoin treasury companies from its indices, it could lead to selling pressure from index funds on related companies and affect their capital market valuation logic.Supporters, however, argue that companies like Strategy have formed a unique balance sheet model by holding bitcoin, integrating digital assets into the traditional financial system, and that these companies still possess long-term investment value. The community is currently calling on MSCI to retain Strategy (MSTR)'s eligibility in the relevant indices.
Odaily News: Coinbase has announced that it will stop supporting USDC deposits and withdrawals on the Noble network as of August 17. USDC deposits and withdrawals on other supported networks, including Ethereum, Base, Solana, Arbitrum, Optimism, and Polygon, remain unaffected. Coinbase reminds users not to transfer funds to its Noble network USDC deposit address after August 17, as such funds may be irretrievable.
According to Pulse2, AI agent platform Moss announced it has entered the "unicorn club" by completing a €30 million Series C funding round led by Portage and Cherry Ventures. The new funds will support its expansion into a broader Finance AI product system, building AI agent (AI agents) workflows for corporate finance departments. Users can configure AI agents based on different financial functions, retaining visibility and control over the agent's operational steps and decision-making process while tasks are automatically executed.
Grayscale Research Director Zach Pandl stated in a post that the Ethereum and Solana blockchain networks are considering adjusting their token economic models to reduce future token supply growth by lowering annual inflation rates, thereby enhancing asset scarcity. As key blockchain-native assets underpinning the stablecoin and tokenized asset ecosystems, the prices of ETH and SOL are primarily determined by supply and demand dynamics. If relevant code upgrade proposals are approved, all else being equal, lower supply growth could support token prices. ETH and SOL are becoming important digital commodities underpinning stablecoins and the tokenization of real-world assets, and tokenomic adjustments to lower inflation may further strengthen the scarcity attributes of both. According to Grayscale's analysis, if relevant adjustments are implemented, the supply inflation rates of BTC, ETH, and SOL will continue to decline over the next five years. It is projected that by the end of 2031, the annual inflation rates for Bitcoin and Ethereum will both be approximately 0.4%, while Solana will be around 1.1%, lower than gold's annual supply growth rate of approximately 1.8% and the US CPI inflation level of approximately 3.3%.
Odaily News - Baron Capital founder and legendary investor Ron Baron recently made an aggressive prediction about SpaceX's future growth prospects, suggesting that the space company founded by Elon Musk could reach a valuation of $4 trillion within the next 10 to 15 years.Baron has long been bullish on SpaceX, previously stating that the company could achieve a valuation growth of $10 trillion to $30 trillion over the next 10 to 15 years, and has said SpaceX has the opportunity to become one of the largest companies in the world. Baron's optimism is primarily driven by SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet business, reusable rocket technology, and the future space infrastructure market. He believes that as global demand for internet connectivity grows and AI computing needs expand, the space economy could become a new long-term growth frontier. Baron Capital GroupBaron Capital has previously taken a significant position in SpaceX. The firm began investing in SpaceX in 2017 and stated that the investment has generated substantial returns. Baron has previously noted that the SpaceX portfolio has become a major component of his funds, and he expects the company to maintain long-term growth potential even after going public. Baron FundsHowever, market observers point out that SpaceX still faces significant challenges in reaching a multi-trillion-dollar valuation, including the pace of Starlink commercialization, rocket launch costs, the ability to execute new businesses such as space data centers, and execution risks associated with a high valuation. Currently, long-term value expectations surrounding SpaceX are becoming a focal point in capital markets, with supporters arguing that the company is transitioning from a traditional aerospace enterprise into a platform company integrating satellite communications, AI infrastructure, and the space economy. (Thestreet)
According to Red Star News, Moonshot AI Kimi issued a statement on August 14, stating that it has reported acts of false financing using the company's name and suspected illegal criminal activities in the market to the public security organs, and will pursue accountability to the fullest extent. The statement explicitly denied the existence of so-called "Friend Fund", "Special Channel", "Old Share Quota", "Reserved Quota", "Official Agent", or "Authorized Intermediary" during the financing process, reminded investors to be aware of risks, and advised that suspicious transactions can be reported to the company's legal department.
Odaily News, EQT-backed data center operator EdgeConneX Inc. is seeking up to $2.5 billion in power cost guarantee credit facilities from banks to support its global data center expansion plans. EdgeConneX is in talks with several banks, including France's Natixis and Spain's BBVA, on a letter of credit financing arrangement that would help the company lock in electricity supply costs for its data center projects.With the rapid growth of demand for AI training and inference, global data center construction has entered an acceleration phase, and operators are exploring new financing tools to cope with rising electricity procurement costs and infrastructure investment needs.EdgeConneX's bid for bank support reflects that AI infrastructure companies are shifting from traditional real estate and equipment financing models to building new financing structures centered on energy supply, long-term power contracts, and other assets.In recent years, major cloud computing companies and AI infrastructure firms have ramped up data center investments, with power supply becoming a key bottleneck constraining AI computing capacity expansion. Using bank credit support to secure future electricity costs is emerging as a new way for data center operators to obtain expansion capital. (Bloomberg)
According to Calcalist, Israel's Bank Leumi announced a cooperation agreement with Nasdaq-listed company Galaxy Digital, planning to launch cryptocurrency trading services within the Leumi Trade application, allowing customers to buy, sell, and hold Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. The service is expected to go live in early 2027, but requires regulatory approval from the Bank of Israel. This collaboration will integrate Galaxy's Galaxy Custody (formerly GK8) blockchain infrastructure and custody services to provide customers with access to regulated digital assets.
Odaily News: Netflix has announced that "The Altruists," a series inspired by the rise and fall of FTX founder SBF and former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison, will premiere on November 19, with the first stills released.The series consists of 8 episodes, with Anthony Boyle portraying SBF and Julia Garner playing Caroline Ellison. The plot follows two young idealists who attempt to rapidly reshape the global financial system, only to be accused of stealing $8 billion and ultimately fall from the pinnacle of financial power.The series is created by Graham Moore, inspired by articles from New York Magazine journalists Kevin T. Dugan and Jen Wieczner. Barack Obama and Michelle Obama serve as executive producers of the series. (Variety.com)
Odaily News: The Irish government has published its first national Anti-Money Laundering (AML) strategy, which plans to strengthen scrutiny of digital asset transfers involving private crypto wallets (self-hosted wallets) and raise due diligence requirements for crypto firms collaborating with overseas institutions.According to an announcement from the Irish Department of Finance, the strategy implements the remaining requirements of the EU's Transfer of Funds Regulation, requiring crypto asset service providers (CASPs) to conduct "enhanced checks" on transfers involving private wallets, while also implementing stricter customer due diligence when conducting business with overseas crypto firms.The measures are based on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)'s "Travel Rule," which requires digital asset transactions to include sender and recipient information to enhance transparency in fund flows.Ireland stated that the new regulations are being advanced in tandem with the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). MiCA establishes a unified regulatory framework for crypto asset service providers, while Ireland previously granted its domestic crypto firms a transition period of 12 months—shorter than the maximum 18 months allowed by the EU. That transition period ended at the end of December 2025, so the new requirements will now apply directly to firms with full authorization. (Decrypt)
Odaily News, according to the official announcement, Bitget CFD will adjust the leverage and margin tier rules for XAUUSD (Gold/USD) and USDCNH (USD/Offshore CNY) starting August 15.Among them, when the notional value of XAUUSD contracts is below $100,000, up to 800x leverage is supported; when the notional value of USDCNH contracts is below $1,000,000, up to 100x leverage is supported. For positions exceeding the corresponding thresholds, the platform will adopt a tiered margin calculation method, with margin rates adjusting as the notional value of positions increases. Users can reasonably allocate positions based on their own asset needs.
Odaily News – Israel's Bank Leumi has announced a partnership with Galaxy Digital to offer clients bitcoin and other digital asset trading services starting in 2027. The initial offerings will include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and others, making Bank Leumi the first bank in Israel to provide digital asset trading services to its clients. In addition, Leumi will integrate Galaxy's digital asset custody infrastructure platform to provide underlying security architecture support for the bank's digital asset services. (PRNewswire)
Venture capital fund Team8 announced the completion of a $365 million new fund raise to invest in next-generation AI-native enterprise companies, bringing its assets under management close to $2 billion. This round of fundraising includes a $265 million Team8 Capital Fund III, as well as over $100 million in follow-on investment capital, primarily used to increase stakes in its existing portfolio companies with the highest conviction. The new fund will focus on investing in companies at the Seed and Series A stages, covering areas such as cybersecurity, AI infrastructure, and fintech, with a particular focus on infrastructure projects that help enterprises deploy AI while ensuring security, governance, and control capabilities. Team8 has previously invested in multiple crypto and AI companies, including crypto institutional wallet developer Curv, AI compliance platform IVIX, and AI data loss prevention company Jazz, among others.