By Aaron Watts Key highlights: Aleo and Paxos Labs are introducing USAD, the first U.S. dollar stablecoin to combine zero-knowledge privacy with enterprise-grade issuance. The move follows growing regulatory clarity, with U.S. and European lawmakers advancing stablecoin oversight frameworks. USAD differentiates itself from market leaders like USDC and USDT by encrypting identities and amounts while […]
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By Vuk Martin Artificial intelligence is rewriting the rulebook in nearly every industry. Defense is no exception. One of the most closely watched companies in this field is Helsing, a Munich- and Berlin-based AI defense startup that has quickly risen to “unicorn” status. Backed by some of Europe’s most influential investors (including Spotify co-founder Daniel […]
By Marco Piccolo Key highlights: Andre Cronje’s new project Flying Tulip raises $200 million in seed funding, valuing the platform at a $1 billion fully diluted valuation. The platform will feature a unified DeFi ecosystem with spot trading, derivatives, lending, stablecoins, and insurance. Investors receive downside protection through an “onchain redemption right,” while the team […]