Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has agreed to a plea deal with the Biden administration that will allow him to avoid imprisonment in the United States. Under the terms of the agreement, Assange has agreed to plead guilty to a felony charge related to his alleged role in one of the largest breaches of classified material by the US government 

 With Solana Actions, any transaction can be turned into a blockchain link, also known as a blink, which can be shared and accessed on any web surface capable of displaying a URL. For example, on a website, a blink might trigger a transaction preview in a wallet without the need to navigate to a separate app or webpage. Similarly, in a messaging platform like Discord, a bot might expand the blink into an interactive set of buttons, providing a seamless on-chain interaction experience  . 

 One of the prominent Chinese AI companies, Zhipu AI, has announced a "Special Migration Program" for OpenAI API users. Zhipu AI claims that its GLM model fully benchmarks against OpenAI's product ecosystem and emphasizes security and controllability as key features of its technology. Other Chinese companies have also released chatbots powered by their own AI models over the past year, indicating a growing interest and investment in AI development in China. 

 Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced significant outflows, with a total of $1.3 billion being shed over the course of two weeks. This comes as the price of Bitcoin has seen a decline, dropping 11.6% from $69,476 on June 10 to $61,359 at the time of publication. The recent outflows from Bitcoin ETFs mark the largest since April, when these investment vehicles experienced net outflows exceeding $1.2 billion between April 24 and the beginning of May 

 SpaceX's biggest operational launch of 2024, which was scheduled to take place tomorrow, is likely to be delayed. The launch was supposed to be the first Falcon Heavy launch of the year and was set to carry the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) GOES-U satellite for weather monitoring in the Western atmosphere. If the launch takes place on time, it will be SpaceX's 65th launch of the year and the tenth launch of the Falcon Heavy 

 Prime Day 2024 will take place in July. The specific dates have not been revealed yet, but it is expected to be a two-day event, similar to previous years. Prime Day typically offers discounts on a wide range of products across various categories, including fashion, electronics, toys, and home goods. 

 The outlook for U.S. interest rates continues to be a significant focus for all asset classes, impacting Treasury yields, the dollar, and other markets like gold and bitcoin .The Federal Reserve's interest rate policy and statements from Fed Chair Jerome Powell are closely watched by investors 

 AT&T CEO John Stankey has called on Congress to grant the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) the authority to require Big Tech companies to contribute to a government fund that subsidizes access to telecom and broadband services. Currently, fees are collected from cell phone and landline service subscribers to support the Universal Service Fund, which allocates approximately $8 billion annually for these purposes 

 Coatue Management's investment in Hut 8 underscores the trend of AI and high-performance computing (HPC) firms seeking partnerships with Bitcoin miners. These partnerships allow AI firms to access the necessary computing capacity while leveraging the existing infrastructure of Bitcoin miners 

 Bitcoin mining company Riot Platforms has decided to abandon its hostile takeover bid for Bitfarms, another bitcoin mining firm. Riot, which currently holds a 14.9% stake in Bitfarms, had offered to acquire all outstanding shares of the company for about $950 million. However, Bitfarms rejected the proposal, considering it to be a lowball offer 

 After a decade of anticipation, the users of the now-defunct Mt. Gox exchange may finally see restitution. Mt. Gox, a cryptocurrency exchange that lost 850,000 Bitcoin in investor funds in 2014, has announced that it will start repaying its defunct users. The repayment process will begin in July 2024, according to a written note issued by the exchange on June 24 

 White House official, Microsoft's deal to invest $1.5 billion in artificial intelligence firm G42 is considered a positive development because it resulted in the severing of ties between G42 and China's Huawei. The official stated that the United States has an interest in changing the close relationship between G42 and Huawei, particularly in a region like the United Arab Emirates (UAE) where the two companies were working closely together. 

 Shopify, the e-commerce platform, has recently expanded access to its AI-powered features in an effort to attract more businesses and boost revenue growth. The company has made its artificial intelligence tools, including the Sidekick assistant and image-generation feature, available to a wider range of users. This move is aimed at increasing the appeal of the platform and providing merchants with enhanced capabilities to scale their businesses .One of the key features that Shopify has e 

 Bitcoin miner Hut 8 Corp has secured a $150 million investment from tech-focused investment manager Coatue Management, owned by billionaire Philippe Laffont. The investment comes as investors continue to capitalize on the artificial intelligence (AI) boom 

 MetalCore, a massively multiplayer online game (MMO) developed by Studio369, is set to launch its third Closed Beta (CB3) on June 27, 2024. This beta phase will introduce several updates, including the integration of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and Web3 technology into the gameplay 

 The report also highlights that excluding stablecoins, approximately 61% of users' crypto investments are allocated to Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). BTC remains the largest single asset held by all users, accounting for 26% of users' total assets. Institutional positions in BTC and ETH have become more concentrated compared to retail traders, with holdings of 39.4% and 20.9% respectively, as of May 

 Taira emphasized the need to redefine the terminology related to cryptocurrencies, stating that crypto plays a role similar to that of gold and should be treated accordingly. He believes that redefining the terminology would allow financial institutions such as banks and securities companies to handle cryptocurrencies in a more normal manner. Currently, Japanese crypto exchanges and securities companies are governed by separate laws, and the tax system follows suit 

 Bitcoin miners are indeed facing challenges amid rising costs and lower rewards. The combination of reduced block rewards, lower transaction fees, and high operational costs has put financial pressure on miners, leading to a surge in Bitcoin sales and impacting market dynamics 

 Metaplanet Inc., a Japanese investment company, has recently announced a major investment decision involving the purchase of Bitcoin (BTC) worth 1 billion yen, which is approximately $6.3 million. The company's board of directors unanimously agreed to the proposal, and the funds for this purchase will be raised through a bond sale. This move follows Metaplanet's previous acquisitions of Bitcoin, including an additional 19.87 BTC worth 200 million yen. 

 The European Central Bank (ECB) is set to publish inflation expectation surveys today, which, along with policymaker speeches, are expected to be the highlight of the day's calendar . Additionally, inflation reports from Europe and the U.S. are expected to be released, and investors will be closely watching for any surprises that could sway market sentiment 

 In Argentina, Bitcoin is expected to compete with other currencies. The Central Bank of Argentina is reportedly pushing for the introduction of a digital currency as soon as possible. Additionally, Bitfinex, a cryptocurrency exchange, has made peer-to-peer transactions free in Argentina, Colombia, and Venezuela. These developments indicate a growing interest in cryptocurrencies in the region 

 The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) has introduced its first Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), making it the first of its kind on the platform to be directly backed by Bitcoin. The ETF, named the VanEck Bitcoin ETF (VBTC), began trading on June 20 with initial assets of around A$990,000 ($660,429) 

 SpaceX’s Biggest Operational Launch Of 2024 Will Likely Be Delayed
SpaceX's Biggest Operational Launch of 2024 Delayed
According to a search result from Source, SpaceX's biggest operational launch of 2024, which was scheduled to take place tomorrow, is likely to be delayed. The launch was supposed to be the first Falcon Heavy launch of the year and was set to carry the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) GOES-U satellite for weather monitoring in the Western atmosphere. 

 Nvidia has signed a deal with Qatari telecoms group Ooredoo to deploy its artificial intelligence technology at data centers in five Middle Eastern countries. This marks Nvidia's first large-scale launch in a region where the export of sophisticated U.S. 

 China's ByteDance is reportedly working with U.S. chip designer Broadcom to develop an advanced AI processor, according to sources familiar with the matter. This collaboration aims to help ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, secure a sufficient supply of high-end chips amid tensions between the United States and China. The advanced AI processor is expected to be a 5 nanometer chip, compliant with U.S. export restrictions, and the manufacturing work is likely to be outsourced to Taiwan's TSMC 

 Bitcoin's power law model has gained traction in the financial community, despite the market fluctuations that the cryptocurrency has experienced. The power law model is a mathematical approach to predicting Bitcoin's long-term price movement based on the assumption that its growth will decelerate over time 

 Bitcoin-based decentralized applications (dApps) have been known to replicate or copy Ethereum dApps. Yin states that BTC has learned extensively from ETH in areas such as decentralized exchanges (DEXs), derivatives, and lending. He also mentions that new protocols are emerging, such as Surf, a derivatives trading protocol launched on Merlin Chain 

 For example, the Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, has indicated that the central bank may have reached the peak of its rate hike cycle, which some believe could be a catalyst for a Bitcoin rally in 2024 . Additionally, the upcoming Bitcoin halving event, which is scheduled for April 2024, could also impact Bitcoin's price action 

 Josh Shapiro, an observant Jew and the governor of Pennsylvania, has expressed worries about the rise in antisemitism, the actions of the current Israeli government, and the conflation of antisemitism with criticisms of Israel. However, he does not believe that many Jews are giving up on Biden 

 MakerDAO governance delegate recently fell victim to a phishing scam, resulting in the loss of $11 million worth of Aave Ethereum Maker (aEthMKR) and Pendle USDe tokens. The delegate unknowingly signed multiple phishing signatures, which allowed the scammer to transfer 3,657 aEthMKR tokens from the delegate's address to the scammer's address. The transaction was confirmed within 11 seconds 

 the Wall Street Journal, Apple and Meta (formerly Facebook) have engaged in discussions regarding a potential partnership in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). The discussions involve integrating Meta's generative AI model into Apple's recently announced AI system for iPhones. Additionally, Apple is reportedly exploring partnerships with other AI companies, including Anthropic and Perplexity, to incorporate their generative AI technologies into Apple Intelligence 

 The breach has been mitigated, and CoinStats has shut down its application temporarily to isolate the security incident. CoinStats has assured users that the breach was limited to 1.3% of all wallets and that connected wallets and centralized exchanges (CEXes) were unaffected. The company is actively investigating the incident and will provide updates in due course. 

 OpenAI's Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Mira Murati, AI could potentially eliminate some creative jobs that may not have been necessary in the first place . During a conversation about AI, Murati expressed the belief that AI will primarily serve as a collaborative tool in creative spaces, working alongside humans rather than replacing them entirely. 

 Cosmos DAO Osmosis has voted to adopt a fee-free Bitcoin bridge, allowing Bitcoin (BTC) to move into the Cosmos ecosystem. The adoption of this bridge is facilitated through a revenue-sharing agreement with Bitcoin bridge provider Nomic. Bridges are mechanisms that enhance interoperability between different blockchains, enabling users to transfer crypto assets from one system to another. 

 CleanSpark Inc. (Nasdaq: CLSK), a prominent player in the Bitcoin mining industry, has recently announced the acquisition of five turnkey bitcoin mining facilities in rural Georgia. The cash deal, valued at $25.8 million, is expected to significantly expand CleanSpark's infrastructure by adding 60 megawatts (MW) of capacity and increasing the company's operating hashrate 

 The first mission is scheduled to take place from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, with liftoff targeted for 1:15 p.m. EDT 
. The Falcon 9 rocket for this mission will be equipped with a veteran booster, B1078, which has already completed ten prior missions. The goal of this mission is to push the total number of Starlink satellites launched this year past the 1,000 mark. 

 Vice President Kamala Harris and First Lady Jill Biden are embarking on trips to battleground states to commemorate the two-year anniversary of the Dobbs ruling, which overturned Roe v. Wade and impacted abortion rights in the United States 

 Democrats are increasing their efforts to prevent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from appearing on ballots across the nation as an independent presidential candidate. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) and Clear Choice PAC, a super PAC supporting President Joe Biden, have filed legal challenges in several states to invalidate Kennedy's ballot petitions 

 Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of Dell Technologies, recently sparked speculation and excitement within the cryptocurrency community with a tweet suggesting that his company might explore Bitcoin as a possible investment. On June 21, Dell tweeted, "Scarcity creates value," a phrase often associated with Bitcoin due to its limited supply of 21 million tokens against rising demand 

 Hong Kong's Legislative Council has initiated a process to gather global opinions and insights on the future of Web3 and virtual assets. The council has established a Subcommittee on Web3 and Virtual Asset Development, aiming to promote the growth of Web3 and digital assets in Hong Kong 

 Foundry Digital LLC, a leader in digital asset infrastructure, has recently announced the launch of its new hardware suite called Foundry Hardware. This suite of products is specifically designed to enhance institutional cryptocurrency mining operations 

 there has been a notable exchange of dialogue between billionaire Michael Dell, CEO of Dell Technologies, and Michael Saylor, the executive chairman of MicroStrategy, regarding Bitcoin and digital scarcity. The conversation began when Michael Dell posted on social media, stating, "Scarcity creates value." In response, Michael Saylor replied, "Bitcoin is Digital Scarcity," which Dell then reposted. 

 The exact amount of the donations and the method of refund (whether in Bitcoin or converted to cash) are not explicitly mentioned in the available search results. However, it is clear that the Winklevoss twins' Bitcoin donations surpassed the legal limit set by federal campaign contribution regulations 

 A blockchain advocacy group has raised privacy concerns regarding the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) crypto tax form. The group argues that the form's request for sensitive information, such as transaction IDs and digital asset addresses, could potentially infringe on taxpayer privacy. They suggest that such details should only be collected if there is suspicion of criminal activity 

 CDK Global, the auto retail technology and software provider, has acknowledged the cyber incident and is reportedly planning to pay the ransom. The company has not provided an official statement regarding the ransom demand or its response to it. The attack has caused significant disruption to CDK's systems, impacting operations for thousands of retail locations across North America 

 NASA has announced a further delay in the return of the Boeing Starliner spacecraft from the International Space Station (ISS) with its first crew of astronauts. The delay is to allow more time for the review of technical issues encountered during the mission. The exact timing of the crew's return journey is now uncertain, raising questions about the program's schedule and adding to its broader problems 

 Market laggards such as small caps and value stocks in sectors like financials and industrials may be seen as potential bargains by investors looking for alternatives to the tech rally . The rapid rise in tech stocks, including Nvidia, has led some market participants to express caution, as such rapid increases can raise concerns about overheating and potential corrections 

 OpenAI, a leading AI research organization, has acquired Rockset, a search and database analytics startup, in a nine-figure stock deal. The acquisition aims to enhance OpenAI's infrastructure for its enterprise products. While the exact deal size has not been disclosed, sources familiar with the matter indicate that the stock deal valued Rockset 

 Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has filed an appeal against a $4.3 million fine imposed by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) in May. The fine was imposed on Binance for failing to comply with anti-money laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations 

 Ilya Sutskever, the co-founder and former chief scientist of OpenAI, has announced that he is starting a new artificial intelligence (AI) company called Safe Superintelligence Inc. (SSI). The goal of SSI is to build a safe and powerful AI system . Sutskever is joined by former OpenAI researcher Daniel Levy and Daniel Gross, co-founder of Cue and a former AI lead at Apple, as co-founders of SSI 

 Several merchants within Tooting Market now allow customers to pay with Bitcoin, providing an alternative payment method for visitors. This development has the potential to position Tooting Market as a hub for Bitcoin adoption in the UK, potentially driving broader acceptance and usage of Bitcoin across the country 

 The Nigerian government has officially denied claims that Tigran Gambaryan, an executive at Binance, is being held in poor prison conditions and experiencing deteriorating health. In a statement released on June 21, Mohammed Idris, Nigeria's Minister of Information and National Orientation, addressed the allegations and emphasized that they are false and should be disregarded 

 CoinShares and Farside Investors, there has been a significant outflow of funds from crypto investment products as the price of Bitcoin has descended to around $60,000. The total outflows from all cryptocurrency investment products reached approximately $584 million for the week ending June 21, with Bitcoin alone experiencing outflows of $630 million over the last week