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Apptronik’s humanoid robot Apollo performing industrial tasks

ARK Invest Joins $403M Raise for AI Robotics Firm Apptronik

March 18, 2025 Dan K

ARK Invest joined Apptronik’s $403M Series A round, partnering with Mercedes-Benz, Google, and Japan Post Capital to fund AI-driven humanoid robotics innovation.

Federal agents seize cryptocurrency linked to Hamas terror funding operation

NymVPN Launches Fully Decentralized VPN Amid Privacy Crackdown

March 17, 2025 Dan K

NymVPN debuts as a fully decentralized VPN, ensuring anonymous browsing and protecting users from government, corporate, and AI surveillance.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov in a formal setting, facing legal challenges.

Pavel Durov Leaves France Following Legal Struggles

March 15, 2025 Dan K

Telegram’s Pavel Durov leaves France temporarily amid legal troubles. Toncoin jumps 15% as markets react to the news.

Kaito AI and Founder Yu Hu’s X Accounts Hacked in Sophisticated Cyberattack

March 15, 2025 Dan K

Kaito AI and Yu Hu’s X accounts were hacked, with attackers posting false claims to manipulate KAITO token prices. The team quickly regained control.

30% of Russian Banks Hesitant to Support CBDC Adoption: Survey

March 14, 2025 Dan K

Russian banks struggle to adopt the digital ruble due to outdated infrastructure, cybersecurity risks, and costs. Smaller banks and public skepticism add to challenges.

Ethereum Deploys Hoodi Testnet Before Pectra Upgrade

March 14, 2025 Dan K

Ethereum launches the Hoodi testnet on March 17 to wrap up Pectra testing. The mainnet upgrade could roll out 30+ days after Hoodi successfully forks.