Zilliqa halted native transactions after discovering a vulnerability in its Ledger app's Schnorr signature generation, potentially allowing reconstruction of private keys from approximately five affected signatures, prompting a coordinated remediation plan.
Bitcoin investors are largely back in profit, with supply profitability nearing 60%. However, onchain data from CryptoQuant suggests it's premature to confirm a new bull market, citing the need for sustained trends and long-term holder behavior.
Google is rolling out a new selfie video sign-in option for user accounts, designed to aid recovery when devices are lost. The opt-in feature uses liveness detection to guard against deepfakes and allows users to control data usage for AI training, contrasting with Meta's recent opt-out approach.
Singapore-based Bitcoin mining pool Poolin and two US affiliates filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a New Jersey court, citing estimated liabilities of $100M-$500M. The company, once the largest Bitcoin mining pool, now ranks 17th and seeks to sell two Texas mining sites for $52M.
The Philippine economy faces fragility due to internal political turmoil, a corruption scandal, energy shocks, and extreme weather, despite inflation easing to 6.4% in June. ING's report highlights ongoing economic pressures, suggesting the central bank may not yet declare victory over inflation.
RMIT University scientists developed a reusable magnetic material that removes over 95% of micro- and nanoplastics, heavy metals, and drug residues from water within an hour. The cost-effective technology, showing early promise against PFAS, is being tested for commercial deployment in Australia, the US, and Europe.
Google has launched a new account recovery feature allowing users to regain access via a selfie video, stored encrypted on its servers. While offering convenience, the system raises privacy and deepfake security concerns, and is not available for Workspace or Advanced Protection Program accounts.
Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor reported robust international sales in the June quarter, signaling a strong recovery for India's two-wheeler export market. Total motorcycle and scooter exports surged by nearly 37% year-on-year, driven by increasing demand in Africa, Latin America, and Asia, complementing a resilient domestic market.
Active use of tokenized real-world assets (RWA) in DeFi has recovered to $3.77 billion, nearing pre-exploit levels after an April 18 incident caused a $13 billion decline. The recovery, led by Ethereum, also sees significant growth on Solana, Monad, and Avalanche, but concerns about market concentration and cross-chain risk persist.
XRP's price recovery above $1.16 is supported by large holders accumulating tokens and reducing exchange deposits, while US spot XRP ETFs continue to attract fresh capital, signaling increased conviction and sustained demand.
Google has launched a new selfie video feature for account recovery, allowing users to verify their identity with a short video of their face. This method compares a live recording to a securely stored reference video, enhancing security against impersonation during a phased global rollout.
Former UFC strawweight champion Jessica Andrade is working as a delivery driver and doing landscaping to earn extra money while recovering from a shoulder injury. She has previously faced financial struggles, including selling UFC gear and fighting to pay for divorce, amidst broader discussions about UFC fighter pay.
Essendon player Nate Caddy is cleared to play against Hawthorn on Saturday following a heart scare, with medical staff confirming no risk. Meanwhile, Carlton's Harry McKay will miss their match against Gold Coast due to a minor knee tear and bone bruising, after initial speculation about his injury.
Tesla reported Q2 2026 earnings, showing a 26% revenue increase to $28.2 billion and 25% higher vehicle deliveries at 480,126 units year-over-year. Despite exceeding revenue expectations, the company posted a negative free cash flow of $1.1 billion due to significant investments in AI, robotics, and manufacturing, while facing ongoing FSD safety concerns.
Bitcoin has surpassed $66,000 for the first time since early June, extending its recovery despite thin spot market activity and derivatives traders paying heavily for downside protection. The rally is supported by long-term holders refusing to sell and recovering demand from US spot Bitcoin ETFs, but its sustainability depends on attracting broader spot buyers.
Cardano-based wallet SecondFi will shut down its services after a cryptographic flaw led to attackers stealing 16.1 million ADA ($2.6M) from 374 wallets. Users await recovery tools, now targeted for August, amidst frustration over delays and lack of direct reimbursement plans.
Kaliyah Coa, 11, died accidentally after immersing herself in the River Thames at Barge House Causeway, East London, on March 31, 2025, despite her father's refusal to let her dip her toes. An inquest ruled her death accidental, noting she was trying to retrieve a friend's lost shoe.
An 11-year-old girl, Kaliyah Coa, died accidentally from immersion in the River Thames after asking her father to 'dip her toes' in the water, an inquest heard. Her body was found two weeks after she disappeared on March 31, 2025, near Barge House Causeway, east London.
Bitcoin and the broader crypto market show signs of recovery, with BTC topping $67,000, driven by progress on US crypto legislation (CLARITY Act) and a potential shift of capital from a slowing AI-linked equities trade.
A federal judge approved a $1.5 billion copyright settlement, requiring AI company Anthropic to compensate thousands of authors whose pirated works trained its Claude chatbot. The agreement mandates payments of about $3,000 per book and the destruction of pirated files.
Professor Fiona Devine, Vice-President and Dean of Humanities at the University of Manchester, visited Hong Kong to discuss the evolving higher education landscape. She advocated for holistic leaders combining business, human understanding, and technological fluency, detailing Manchester's '2035' strategy and its approach to AI integration.
Indian long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, 27, has made a strong comeback after a career-threatening patellar tendon rupture in April 2024, which caused him to miss the Paris Olympics. Now in peak physical condition, he aims to win gold at the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and perform well at the Asian Games, having recently registered an 8.38m jump.
The SEC charged Zan Shaikh and Bright Vision Distribution LLC (Mining Automatic) for allegedly defrauding over 380 investors of $22 million in a crypto mining scheme, diverting most funds for personal use and marketing. The FBI is also seeking additional victims, expanding the scope of the investigation.
Nine-year-old Dáithí Mac Gabhann, who inspired changes to Northern Ireland's organ donation laws, has received a heart transplant after an eight-year wait. His father, Máirtín Mac Gabhann, expressed immense gratitude to the donor family and reported Dáithí's amazing progress post-surgery at Freeman Hospital.
