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Boost is a protocol for anyone to deploy incentive offers to targeted wallets to perform onchain actions. Where reward funds are deposited and held in an escrow. Upon completion of the incentive conditions, the smart contract automatically releases and distributes the appropriate amount of funds to all participants.
Six Major VCs Including Sequoia and a16z Sign MOU with South Korea's National Pension Fund to Boost Investment in AI and Other Strategic Industries
According to Korean media Asiae, six top Silicon Valley VC firms, including Sequoia Capital, a16z, Khosla Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, General Catalyst, and NEA, announced the signing of a strategic investment cooperation memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the South Korean National Pension Service (NPS), planning to jointly explore investment opportunities, share investment information, and strengthen their global venture capital layout. Additionally, with the South Korean government accelerating policies to attract overseas venture capital, coupled with the launch of the 200 trillion won "National Growth Fund," the market expects the Korean venture capital sector to see simultaneous inflows of policy funds, private capital, and overseas capital, with strategic industries such as AI and semiconductors expected to receive more investment. However, industry insiders warn that if a large amount of capital concentrates on a few popular enterprises, it may push up corporate valuations and create bubbles, potentially facing valuation correction pressure during future IPO and M&A exits, affecting fund return rates.
Jefferies: Samsung Electronics May Follow SK Hynix by Listing ADRs to Boost Valuation
Odaily Odaily Planet Daily reports that global semiconductor companies are seeking opportunities for valuation restructuring during this cyclical upturn. SK Hynix's issuance of ADRs in the United States can be seen as one of the landmark moves, which is also expected to trigger follow-ups from more companies within the industry. Jefferies stated that Samsung Electronics may follow SK Hynix's lead by listing ADRs to enhance its valuation. He also added that chip stocks are at a turning point, and ADRs will serve as an important catalyst to drive their valuations. (Moomoo)
Six Major VCs Including Sequoia and a16z Sign MOU with South Korea's National Pension Fund to Boost Investment in AI and Other Strategic Industries
According to Korean media Asiae, six top Silicon Valley VC firms, including Sequoia Capital, a16z, Khosla Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, General Catalyst, and NEA, announced the signing of a strategic investment cooperation memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the South Korean National Pension Service (NPS), planning to jointly explore investment opportunities, share investment information, and strengthen their global venture capital layout. Additionally, with the South Korean government accelerating policies to attract overseas venture capital, coupled with the launch of the 200 trillion won "National Growth Fund," the market expects the Korean venture capital sector to see simultaneous inflows of policy funds, private capital, and overseas capital, with strategic industries such as AI and semiconductors expected to receive more investment. However, industry insiders warn that if a large amount of capital concentrates on a few popular enterprises, it may push up corporate valuations and create bubbles, potentially facing valuation correction pressure during future IPO and M&A exits, affecting fund return rates.
JPMorgan: Strategy Cash Reserve Boost and Futures Demand Increase Are "Positive Signal" for Bitcoin Outlook
According to The Block, JPMorgan analysts pointed out in the latest report that although recent spot Bitcoin ETF fund inflows have fluctuated significantly, Strategy's increase of USD reserves from $2.55 billion to $3 billion (covering approximately 20 months of preferred stock dividends), as well as Bitcoin futures (including CME futures and perpetual contracts) recording positive fund inflows this week, are both "positive signals" for Bitcoin's prospects. The analysts also noted that leveraged ETF inflows linked to Strategy have remained stable for seven consecutive weeks, mainly driven by retail investors, effectively supporting its stock price. Meanwhile, Strategy President and CEO Phong Le stated that the company is "very confident" in its balance sheet, will only consider debt risk if Bitcoin prices fall to the $8,000 to $10,000 range, and plans to continue issuing additional shares after the STRC preferred stock returns to a $100 par value, with the proceeds potentially used to purchase more Bitcoin.
ZachXBT Calls on Telegram Users to Support Channel Upgrade: Seeks to Disable Ads Due to Frequent Scam Advertisements
Odaily news "On-chain detective" ZachXBT posted in his personal channel, stating that Telegram continues to allow scam advertisements to be displayed to subscribers in his channel, impacting user experience and posing potential security risks.ZachXBT stated that if users are Telegram Premium members and wish to support upgrading his channel, they can help it reach the required level by using the channel's Boost function, thereby unlocking the ability to disable ads. Currently, the channel needs to reach Level 50 to enable the ad-disabling option.ZachXBT has long focused on scams, hacker attacks, and on-chain fund tracking within the crypto industry, and has repeatedly exposed incidents involving phishing attacks, fake projects, and fund theft.This time, he raised concerns about Telegram's advertising mechanism, arguing that the platform allowing scam advertisements to appear in crypto community channels may increase the risk of users encountering malicious links and fraudulent activities.
Carrot Announces Shutdown; Users Must Withdraw Remaining Funds Before May 14
DeFi project Carrot announced it will cease operations due to the significant operational impact caused by the Drift vulnerability exploit. Carrot has set May 14 as the deadline for users to withdraw remaining funds from Boost, Turbo, and CRT. Following this, the platform will begin deleveraging its system—reducing all leverage to zero—to free up liquidity for CRT redemptions. Carrot stated that user-deposited funds remain the property of users; should Drift pursue any subsequent recovery measures, related funds will still be distributed per prior announcements.
ZachXBT Calls on Telegram Users to Support Channel Upgrade: Seeks to Disable Ads Due to Frequent Scam Advertisements
Odaily news "On-chain detective" ZachXBT posted in his personal channel, stating that Telegram continues to allow scam advertisements to be displayed to subscribers in his channel, impacting user experience and posing potential security risks.ZachXBT stated that if users are Telegram Premium members and wish to support upgrading his channel, they can help it reach the required level by using the channel's Boost function, thereby unlocking the ability to disable ads. Currently, the channel needs to reach Level 50 to enable the ad-disabling option.ZachXBT has long focused on scams, hacker attacks, and on-chain fund tracking within the crypto industry, and has repeatedly exposed incidents involving phishing attacks, fake projects, and fund theft.This time, he raised concerns about Telegram's advertising mechanism, arguing that the platform allowing scam advertisements to appear in crypto community channels may increase the risk of users encountering malicious links and fraudulent activities.
Pendle sUSDD Market Reward Boost Campaign Officially Launched, Maximize Yield with Looping Strategy
Decentralized stablecoin USDD announces additional TRX-exclusive bonuses to the sUSDD market on Pendle, while simultaneously increasing base USDD rewards. The additional benefits include 22,000 USDD and 13,000 TRX, as well as Pendle market rewards (approximately 30% of the value of the USDD and TRX rewards). The event runs from today until July 30 at 08:00 (Singapore Time). USDD officially notes that users can leverage the current high liquidity and low borrowing costs of the Morpho PT-sUSDD/USDT pool to enhance asset utilization and further maximize yields. With this round of USDD incentive injection, sUSDD YT-side yields are expected to reach new highs. Users are advised to seize this window of opportunity and lock in high-yield opportunities through Morpho loop lending immediately.
ANSEM Announces Ecosystem Update: Creator Fees to Boost LP, SOL Airdrop for Community Contributors
crypto KOL Ansem has released an ecosystem update on the X platform. This includes injecting SOL generated from creator fees into the liquidity pool (LP) to enhance liquidity depth; prioritizing SOL airdrops to the most outstanding "Bagworkers" on social media, which will be distributed in phases at higher market capitalizations. Additionally, extra rewards will be provided to long-term holders, creators of high-quality content, participants in offline promotions, and developers of community tools. Relevant records can be queried on the Bullpen platform.Furthermore, Ansem stated that they have hired personnel for social media, marketing, design, and copywriting, and are currently reorganizing existing accounts and content narratives. They also committed that all decisions regarding the team and marketing-related token supply will be executed through public Pump.fun wallets, without using any other hidden wallets.
$2.15 Million Prize Pool Fully Unlocked, JustLend DAO Partners with Binance Wallet to Officially Launch TRON DeFi Summer S1
TRON DeFi Summer S1, jointly launched by JustLend DAO and Binance Wallet, has officially kicked off. The event will last until August 5th, 7:59:59 (Singapore Time). Users can participate in JustLend DAO ecosystem pools with one click via the Binance Wallet DeFi feature, subscribing to assets such as TRX, USDD, JST, and SUN to enjoy Boost APR incentives and share an exclusive prize pool of $2.15 million. As the core liquidity hub of the TRON ecosystem, JustLend DAO continuously provides infrastructure support in areas such as lending, staking, and energy leasing, creating diverse yield scenarios for on-chain users. For participation guidelines and more details, please visit the official tweet and event page. TRON DeFi Summer is in full swing, and we sincerely invite all users to join this summer yield feast.
OKX Boost Updates Trading Volume Rules, DEX Mainstream Coins Transactions Can Count Towards Activity Points
: According to official sources, OKX has updated the Boost trading volume calculation rules. When users trade mainstream coins on OKX DEX, the trading volume can now be counted towards Boost trading volume and participate in related Boost activities. Additionally, token transactions on the X Layer chain will enjoy an extra 20% boost in trading volume for a limited time.It is reported that this rule update aims to further expand the coverage of Boost trading volume and enhance the user participation experience within the DEX and X Layer ecosystem.
Huobi Margin Trading Launches Limited-Time Interest-Free Campaign for HYPE and BERA—Boost Your Capital Efficiency with 3 Days of “Zero Interest”
According to the official announcement, HTX (formerly Huobi) has launched a time-limited interest-free margin trading campaign for HYPE and BERA under isolated margin mode. The campaign runs from now until April 30, 18:00 (UTC+8). Users who register for the campaign and complete KYC verification can enjoy up to three days of interest-free borrowing when trading HYPE and BERA under isolated margin mode. This campaign focuses on two highly popular assets—HYPE (Hyperliquid) and BERA (Berachain). Amid heightened market volatility and frequent structural market movements, the interest-free benefit significantly reduces funding costs, enhancing capital turnover efficiency and trading strategy flexibility. HTX continues to optimize users’ trading experience through refined products and phased incentives, empowering users to seize opportunities in dynamic market conditions.
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TRON DeFi Summer S1 Finale Countdown: 7 Days Left, $2.15 Million Prize Pool Enters Final Sprint
TRON DeFi Summer S1 officially enters the final week sprint. The event is currently in full swing. Users can gain one-stop access to JustLend DAO via the Binance Wallet DeFi section to deeply explore the on-chain yield potential of core assets such as USDD, TRX, JST, and SUN. Exclusive Boost APR incentives provide comprehensive support, enabling users to share the rich rewards of a $2.15 million exclusive prize pool. Users can view current participation details in real-time on the Binance Wallet event page; specific event times, pool statuses, and real-time APY are subject to the information displayed on the page. With the event entering a 7-day countdown, on-chain yield opportunities are entering the final window. Log in to Binance Wallet now, start your JustLend DAO exploration journey, and seize the ecosystem dividends of TRON DeFi Summer.
Morgan Stanley: AI Applications Expected to Boost Corporate Profit Margins by Approximately 100 Basis Points
Michael Wilson, Chief U.S. Equity Strategist at Morgan Stanley, stated that American companies actively integrating AI capabilities into their businesses are expected to demonstrate stronger profitability in the current earnings season. His team believes that companies where AI is a core investment thesis and which possess neutral to strong pricing power will see the most significant margin improvements. They project that with the continued advancement of AI applications, the net profit margins of related companies could increase by a cumulative total of approximately 100 basis points by 2027. (BloomBerg)
Six Major VCs Including Sequoia and a16z Sign MOU with South Korea's National Pension Fund to Boost Investment in AI and Other Strategic Industries
According to Korean media Asiae, six top Silicon Valley VC firms, including Sequoia Capital, a16z, Khosla Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, General Catalyst, and NEA, announced the signing of a strategic investment cooperation memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the South Korean National Pension Service (NPS), planning to jointly explore investment opportunities, share investment information, and strengthen their global venture capital layout. Additionally, with the South Korean government accelerating policies to attract overseas venture capital, coupled with the launch of the 200 trillion won "National Growth Fund," the market expects the Korean venture capital sector to see simultaneous inflows of policy funds, private capital, and overseas capital, with strategic industries such as AI and semiconductors expected to receive more investment. However, industry insiders warn that if a large amount of capital concentrates on a few popular enterprises, it may push up corporate valuations and create bubbles, potentially facing valuation correction pressure during future IPO and M&A exits, affecting fund return rates.
ZachXBT Calls on Telegram Users to Support Channel Upgrade: Seeks to Disable Ads Due to Frequent Scam Advertisements
Odaily news "On-chain detective" ZachXBT posted in his personal channel, stating that Telegram continues to allow scam advertisements to be displayed to subscribers in his channel, impacting user experience and posing potential security risks.ZachXBT stated that if users are Telegram Premium members and wish to support upgrading his channel, they can help it reach the required level by using the channel's Boost function, thereby unlocking the ability to disable ads. Currently, the channel needs to reach Level 50 to enable the ad-disabling option.ZachXBT has long focused on scams, hacker attacks, and on-chain fund tracking within the crypto industry, and has repeatedly exposed incidents involving phishing attacks, fake projects, and fund theft.This time, he raised concerns about Telegram's advertising mechanism, arguing that the platform allowing scam advertisements to appear in crypto community channels may increase the risk of users encountering malicious links and fraudulent activities.
Pendle sUSDD Market Reward Boost Campaign Officially Launched, Maximize Yield with Looping Strategy
Decentralized stablecoin USDD announces additional TRX-exclusive bonuses to the sUSDD market on Pendle, while simultaneously increasing base USDD rewards. The additional benefits include 22,000 USDD and 13,000 TRX, as well as Pendle market rewards (approximately 30% of the value of the USDD and TRX rewards). The event runs from today until July 30 at 08:00 (Singapore Time). USDD officially notes that users can leverage the current high liquidity and low borrowing costs of the Morpho PT-sUSDD/USDT pool to enhance asset utilization and further maximize yields. With this round of USDD incentive injection, sUSDD YT-side yields are expected to reach new highs. Users are advised to seize this window of opportunity and lock in high-yield opportunities through Morpho loop lending immediately.
JPMorgan: Strategy Cash Reserve Boost and Futures Demand Increase Are "Positive Signal" for Bitcoin Outlook
According to The Block, JPMorgan analysts pointed out in the latest report that although recent spot Bitcoin ETF fund inflows have fluctuated significantly, Strategy's increase of USD reserves from $2.55 billion to $3 billion (covering approximately 20 months of preferred stock dividends), as well as Bitcoin futures (including CME futures and perpetual contracts) recording positive fund inflows this week, are both "positive signals" for Bitcoin's prospects. The analysts also noted that leveraged ETF inflows linked to Strategy have remained stable for seven consecutive weeks, mainly driven by retail investors, effectively supporting its stock price. Meanwhile, Strategy President and CEO Phong Le stated that the company is "very confident" in its balance sheet, will only consider debt risk if Bitcoin prices fall to the $8,000 to $10,000 range, and plans to continue issuing additional shares after the STRC preferred stock returns to a $100 par value, with the proceeds potentially used to purchase more Bitcoin.