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Elon Musk reportedly purchased $1.4 billion worth of SpaceX stock from employees last year via a family trust, significantly increasing his stake. This major pre-IPO move aims to solidify his control. A new performance-based equity grant tied to a future multi-trillion dollar valuation was also revealed, sparking intense speculation about the company's worth.
Read MoreParticipation details for the highly anticipated OpenGradient (OPG) Token Generation Event are now official. Eligible users must hold a minimum of 226 Alpha points, with 15 points deducted upon entry. The event offers a limited-time window for qualified community members today from 17:00 to 19:00 (UTC+8).
Read MoreNew Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song pledges to advance CBDC and deposit token initiatives, aiming to boost the won's global role. His speech notably omitted mention of a won stablecoin, sparking discussions despite ongoing domestic legislative efforts.
Read MoreThe LayerZero bridging functionality for weETH and eETH is scheduled to resume within 24 hours following guidance from security partners. The service was temporarily halted as a precautionary measure related to a third-party incident. The team is now working to ensure a secure restoration while other related contract operations remain paused for review.
Read MoreLeading South Korean digital asset exchange Bithumb has officially announced the listing of the CHIP token, opening a KRW trading pair. This marks a significant step for CHIP's adoption in a key Asian market.
Read MoreA senior Iranian military commander declared that Iran's armed forces are fully prepared to deliver a decisive and timely response to any "enemy's breach of commitments." He emphasized Iran's enhanced strategic readiness and claimed recent operations have strategically pressured adversaries.
Read MoreOn April 21st, major Asian stock markets rallied. South Korea's KOSPI index surged 2.72% to close at a record high of 6,388.47 points. Japan's Nikkei 225 also gained 0.89%, finishing at 59,349.17 points, reflecting robust investor confidence.
Read MoreAave has restored WETH supply functionality on Ethereum Core V3, though its loan-to-value ratio remains at zero. Reserves on Arbitrum, Base, and other chains remain paused as the team continues recovery efforts following recent protocol events.
Read MoreSpaceX's filing reveals executive pay: President Shotwell earned $85.8M, mostly from stock awards, placing her among top U.S. executives. CFO Johnson received $9.8M, while CEO Musk took a symbolic $54,080 salary, reflecting his focus on long-term equity value.
Read MoreShanghai's digital economy plan prioritizes breakthroughs in next-gen AI, intelligent software, and computing systems. It aims to incubate tech firms through structured scientific AI initiatives and research on data structuring and experimental agents.
Read MoreIran's ambassador to Pakistan stated that a nation with a great civilization does not negotiate under threat or coercion, emphasizing that the US should recognize this principle, reflecting Iran's stance on dignified diplomacy.
Read MoreChina's third-generation indigenous superconducting quantum computer, 'Origin Wukong', has achieved a major breakthrough by integrating AI processing capabilities. It now hosts quantum AI tools like the Origin Brain knowledge model, marking the first systematic fusion of domestic quantum computing power with the AI application ecosystem.
Read MoreA leading crypto exchange will remove multiple leveraged trading pairs involving assets like AAVE and UNI on April 24th. This move may impact trading strategies, and users are advised to adjust positions and monitor liquidity changes.
Read MoreSingapore's central bank proposes a major shift in crypto capital rules. Public blockchain assets may no longer be automatically deemed high-risk. Eligible assets could face lower capital charges, signaling a more nuanced and innovation-friendly regulatory approach.
Read MoreSouth Korea's leading digital asset exchange, Bithumb, has officially listed the BASED token with a Korean Won trading pair as of April 21st. This strategic move aims to diversify its trading ecosystem and cater to local investor demand, potentially boosting BASED's liquidity and visibility in the Korean market while offering a new fiat gateway.
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