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- I feel bad," the Ethereum co-founder said about his blockchain's rival, Solana.
[Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Says He Feels 'Bad' for Solana - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146896/vitalik-buterin-doesnt-like-us-crypto-policy-approach-labels-it-unfair)
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin today said on Twitter that he doesn’t like the way U.S. regulators have labeled rival blockchains.
- The creators of DeGodsNFT and y00tsNFT just teased their next moves with a site that looks and feels like early Facebook—and is apparently loaded with clues.
Here's what you need to know:
[DeGods Tease Next Moves With 'Early Facebook' Vibes Because 'Roadmaps Are Stupid' - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146939/degods-tease-next-moves-early-facebook-vibes-because-roadmaps-stupid)
The creators of Ethereum NFT project DeGods and the Polygon-based y00ts are teasing big moves, including expanded IP rights for holders.
- In January, Logan Paul promised to refund buyers of NFTs from his game CryptoZoo, which never materialized. Neither have the refunds, as @coffeebreak_YT alleged this week.
We dig into the latest Logan Paul crypto drama:
[Logan Paul Still Hasn't Refunded CryptoZoo NFT Buyers Six Months Later - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146954/logan-paul-still-hasnt-refunded-cryptozoo-nft-buyers-six-months-later)
In January, Logan Paul said he would burn his ZOO tokens and commit null.8 million to refund buyers of his NFT game project. What happened?
- What Lesson You Learn From this?
- Generative AI Startup Typeface Now Worth null Billion Thanks to Salesforce, Google
[Generative AI Startup Typeface Now Worth null Billion Thanks to Salesforce, Google - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146820/generative-ai-startup-typeface-worth-1-billion-thanks-salesforce-google)
Typeface, which offers a generative content platform for businesses, raised $100 million to secure its AI “unicorn” valuation.
- Reports suggest that leading PC gaming marketplace Steam is starting to reject games with AI-generated elements. Is this Steam's next broad ban on emerging tech after doing the same with NFTs?
[Is Steam Rejecting PC Games Created With Generative AI? - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146819/steam-rejecting-pc-games-created-generative-ai)
Developers claim that their games were denied due to copyright concerns over AI-generated elements. Is a proper Steam ban on the horizon?
- The AI funding boom continues, with typefaceai bagging $100 million in Series B funding from the likes of Salesforce Ventures and Google Ventures, driving the year-old startup to a null billion valuation.
[Generative AI Startup Typeface Now Worth null Billion Thanks to Salesforce, Google - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146820/generative-ai-startup-typeface-worth-1-billion-thanks-salesforce-google)
Typeface, which offers a generative content platform for businesses, raised $100 million to secure its AI “unicorn” valuation.
- Day 3’s clue for our Ordinals giveaway is hidden in here… can you find it?
[Trump NFTs Are Back—This Time, It's $50 Melania July 4 Collectibles - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146791/trump-nfts-back-time-melania-july-4)
Melania Trump starts the Independence Day celebrations early with $50 Solana collectibles, following the former president's NFT trading cards
- A new study reveals that 20% of men who use dating apps already use AI to optimize their romantic advances.
[Flirting With Algorithms: Men Are Harnessing AI to Win at the Dating Game - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146646/ai-dating-men-messaging-study)
A new study reveals that 20% of men who use dating apps are already using AI to optimize their attempts to find romance.
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- The revised spot Bitcoin ETF application from ARKInvest adds a surveillance clause like one BlackRock included in its much-lauded submission.
[Bitcoin ETF Race: Ark Amends SEC Filing to Match BlackRock - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146645/bitcoin-etf-race-ark-amends-sec-filing-to-match-blackrock)
The SEC has been adamant that no applicant has proven that they can adequately protect investors against manipulative practices.
- What Is a Bitcoin ETF, and Why Does Everyone from Blackrock to Fidelity Want One?
[Bitcoin ETF: Everything You Need To Know](https://decrypt.co/12006/what-is-bitcoin-etf-explained-guide-learn-easy)
A Bitcoin ETF creates a simple, legally compliant way to trade the price of Bitcoin, accessible on markets that investors are already familiar with.
- FTX Halts Sale of $500 Million Stake in AI Startup Anthropic
[FTX Halts Sale of $500 Million Stake in AI Startup Anthropic - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146495/ftx-halts-sale-of-500-million-stake-in-ai-startup-anthropic)
The bankrupt crypto exchange holds $500 million in Anthropic shares, which are a coveted asset for FTX debtors.
- Which Countries Have the Best Crypto Tax Laws?
[Which Countries Have the Best Crypto Tax Laws? - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146503/which-countries-have-the-best-crypto-tax-laws)
"Europe is a massive hub for crypto due to its strict approach to regulation which made the industry flourish," Coincub CEO Sergiu Hamza.
- Debtors hope the sale of the Anthropic shares held by FTX_Official can be a significant clawback of owed assets.
[FTX Halts Sale of $500 Million Stake in AI Startup Anthropic - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146495/ftx-halts-sale-of-500-million-stake-in-ai-startup-anthropic)
The bankrupt crypto exchange holds $500 million in Anthropic shares, which are a coveted asset for FTX debtors.
- A Coincub_ report explores the best countries in which to HODL your crypto
[Which Countries Have the Best Crypto Tax Laws? - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146503/which-countries-have-the-best-crypto-tax-laws)
"Europe is a massive hub for crypto due to its strict approach to regulation which made the industry flourish," Coincub CEO Sergiu Hamza.
- Upgrades are already underway in anticipation of next year's Bitcoin halving.
[Bitcoin Mining Firm Riot Secures 33,000 New Rigs for $162 Million - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146308/bitcoin-mining-firm-riot-secures-33000-new-rigs-for-162-million)
The firm also claimed an option to potentially purchase another 66,000 machines.
- The handful of tokens the SEC called securities, including Solana and Polygon, have lost 15%, or $5 billion, off their collective market capitalizations since the start of June.
[Solana, Polygon, Cardano Still Recovering From the SEC Calling Them Securities - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146286/solana-polygon-cardano-still-recovering-from-the-sec-calling-them-securities)
The tokens labeled securities in the SEC lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase are still smarting from being caught in the crossfire.
- Damus tried to clarify that tipping isn't used to "unlock content"—but to no avail.
[Bitcoin Tipping Service Damus Gets Booted From Apple App Store - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146278/damus-to-be-booted-from-apples-app-store-jack-dorsey-responds)
The crypto industry, including Block Inc. CEO Jack Dorsey, has cried foul on Apple removing Damus from the App Store.
- A popular Super Mario fan game that's been downloaded by millions is reportedly infecting players' PCs with malware that can steal crypto wallet info and install mining software, according to AuCyble.
[Super Mario Game Is Loaded With Crypto Malware That Can Steal Your Coins - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146245/super-mario-game-is-loaded-with-crypto-malware-that-can-steal-your-coins)
“It’s-a-me, malware!” A long-running fan game based on Nintendo’s iconic plumber is reportedly also an attack vector for scammers.
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- Among Fortune 100 companies with crypto initiatives, 70% have already publicly launched them, says fintechfrank.
[This Week on Crypto Twitter: More BlackRock Banter as Ripple and Crypto.com Grow Globally - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146107/this-week-on-crypto-twitter-blackrock-ripple-crypto-com-further-their-global-reach)
Also: human rights activist Alex Gladstein warned that authoritarian governments could programme CBDCs with expiry dates to induce people to spend.
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- NEW - 🇭🇰 Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission met with Gemini founders to discuss their regulatory approach to #Bitcoin and crypto
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- Cross the Ages Beginner's Guide: How to Play the NFT Card-Battler
[Cross the Ages Beginner's Guide: How to Play the NFT Card-Battler - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/146042/cross-the-ages-beginners-guide-play-nft-card-battler)
Get up to speed quickly with this complex collectible card game, which isn’t your typical Hearthstone clone.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS), the sizable cloud computing arm of the retail giant, has pledged $100 million to a program that benefits generative AI startups.
[Amazon Pledges $100 Million for Generative AI Startups - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145879/amazon-pledges-100-million-generative-ai-startups)
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has introduced a fund of $100 million to bolster startups focusing on generative AI.
- German Intelligence Agency’s Dogs of BND Collection Mints Out
[German Intelligence Agency’s Dogs of BND Collection Mints Out - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145893/german-intelligence-agencys-dogs-of-bnd-collection-mints-out)
The NFT collection was launched as part of a drive to recruit crypto and blockchain experts to Germany’s BND.
- SEC to Forego BlockFi’s Outstanding $30 Million Penalty—For Now
[SEC to Forego BlockFi’s Outstanding $30 Million Penalty—For Now - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145899/sec-to-forego-blockfis-outstanding-30-million-penalty-for-now)
The SEC has formally agreed to go to the back of the claims queue while bankrupt crypto lender BlockFi reimburses its other debtors.
- Cryptopay Loses EMI License, Urges EU Customers to Spend or Transfer Card Funds Immediately
[Cryptopay Loses EMI License, Urges EU Customers to Spend or Transfer Card Funds Immediately - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145901/cryptopay-loses-emi-license-urges-eu-customers-to-spend-or-transfer-card-funds-immediately)
Following the company's loss of its EMI license in Europe, Cryptopay assured users that funds held in the app’s accounts are secure.
- A Brooklyn spa is in hot water over heating its water with Bitcoin mining.
[New York City Spa Gets Heat for Heating with Bitcoin Mining - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145714/new-york-city-spa-gets-heat-for-heating-with-bitcoin-mining)
Bathhouse shared how the process works, inviting people to “enjoy a hot pool while supporting the Bitcoin network.”
- “I love seeing some of the mainstream firms get involved here," said former Barclays CEO Bob Diamond.
[Ex- Barclays CEO Praises BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Filing - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145713/blackrock-bitcoin-etf-filing-barclays-ceo-praise)
“I love seeing some of the mainstream firms get involved here," Bob Diamond said. “I’m not surprised that they’re more involved now in crypto.”
- Long-running NFT card-battler @GodsUnchained has launched on @EpicGames, Immutable announced today, ahead of iOS and Android versions later this year.
[Gods Unchained Hits Epic Games Store Ahead of Mobile Expansion - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145727/gods-unchained-hits-epic-games-store-ahead-mobile-expansion)
The long-running NFT card game is now available in Epic’s popular marketplace, as part of a year of expansion for Gods Unchained.
- SEC darling Prometheum has put a spotlight on Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin's years-long connection to Wanxiang Blockchain Labs.
[Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Has Ties to SEC Darling Prometheum—Here's How - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145654/ethereum-founder-vitalik-buterin-prometheum-ties)
SEC darling Prometheum has put a spotlight on Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin's years-long connection to Wanxiang Blockchain Labs.
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You can now send and receive tips on Buttrfly!
Tips allow people to send you money directly to your wallet, and can be used to support your favorite creator or send money to a friend.
You can enable tips from your profile screen.
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- AvaGPT is only the first GPT-based product @avalabsofficial intends to launch.
[Ava Labs Is the Latest Crypto Network to Launch an AI Chatbot - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145533/ava-labs-ai-chatbot-avagpt-crypto-network)
AvaGPT uses ChatGPT's API to quickly answer Avalanche network queries with immediate access to the source material.
- $87 billion WisdomTree officially files for spot #Bitcoin ETF
- $28,000 #Bitcoin Touched 🚀
- JUST IN: null.49 trillion Invesco officially reactivates its spot #Bitcoin ETF filing
- Elon Musk sees some shuffling among his legal team as trial awaits
[Elon Musk Loses Key Litigator Amid Lawsuit Over Dogecoin Insider Trading Claims - Decrypt](https://decrypt.co/145368/elon-musk-loses-key-litigator-amid-lawsuit-over-dogecoin-insider-trading-claims)
Musk tweeted last year that Tesla was building a “hardcore litigation department,” which recruited several high-profile attorneys.
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- Frax founder supports proposal for 'aggressive' FXS token buybacks
[Frax founder supports proposal for 'aggressive' FXS token buybacks](https://www.theblock.co/post/235340/frax-founder-supports-proposal-for-aggressive-fxs-token-buybacks)
If accepted, the proposal will see Frax buying back even more Frax Share tokens if the FXS price drops below certain levels.
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✅ Claim time: 2PM UTC, 19th June
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