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On Apr 23, 2026, 17:47 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has dropped below 77,000 USDT and is now trading at 76,968.460938 USDT, with a narrowed 2.32% decrease in 24 hours.

In an exclusive interview for Inside the Blockchain 100, Tron founder Justin Sun detailed his allegations against World Liberty Financial, while insisting the action is not political. Sun also addressed the $6.2M banana, his Buffett lunch, how Tron became USDT's dominant chain, his new AI platform B.AI, and why he believes personal memory will be the scarcest future asset.The WLF Lawsuit: Governance Dispute, Not Political OppositionSun filed suit in the Northern District of California against the World Liberty Financial team, but was explicit that it does not reflect opposition to the Trump administration's pro-crypto stance, which he strongly supports. His grievances are three governance failures: a secret blacklist added to the protocol without community disclosure; the freezing of large token holders to block them from voting; and a punitive mechanism that permanently locked the tokens of anyone who voted against a proposal while unlocking those who voted for it. Punishing dissenting voters, he said, is fundamentally incompatible with DeFi. He framed the dispute as correctable and said the viral reaction overreads a straightforward governance issue.The Man Behind the LabelsSun stripped away assigned identities — Tron founder, marketing genius, "the guy who ate the banana" — for a single self-description: entrepreneur. He has been building in blockchain and AI since 2012, giving him 14 years in the industry. Every decision, including political and diplomatic engagements, routes back to advancing blockchain adoption.The $6.2M BananaSun bought Maurizio Cattelan's Comedian at Sotheby's for $6.2 million and ate it on camera. A serious collector with holdings in Picasso, Warhol, Beeple, and Pak, he attributed reactions like Elon Musk's money-laundering accusation to the gap between art-literate and general audiences. The piece generated more public discourse about contemporary art than any gallery event could.Sun vs. Jack MaSun was in the inaugural 2015 cohort of Jack Ma's Hupan University — the youngest of 30 students. Both built founder IP and pursued international presence early; Sun became the first Chinese-background founder on the Forbes cover since Ma. The divergence is deliberate: e-commerce and Alipay are maxed out. Sun's blockchain payment network and USDD stablecoin (4% yield) parallel Alipay on a different technological layer.The 2017 ICO CrackdownSun's team spent 40 days in August 2017 writing a whitepaper, recruiting, and building an ICO platform. When China's September 4 ban arrived, they were ordered to refund all raised funds within two weeks — technically harder than the raise, since outgoing hot-wallet transactions required verification incoming deposits did not. They completed it; many staff quit afterward.The Buffett LunchSun paid $4.57 million for a 2019 charity lunch with Warren Buffett. The motive: Buffett was crypto's most prominent critic with no access to anyone who understood it. He did not predict the viral outcome. He called it a success regardless of Buffett's stance — the opportunity Buffett declined was seized by Michael Saylor.How Tron Became USDT's Primary ChainSun lost ~$50,000 in USDT moving tokens off Bitcoin's Omni layer. Realizing Omni was slow ($10–20 per transfer, ~100,000 Bitcoin tx/day max) and error-prone, he proposed deploying USDT on Tron. Tether agreed. He then personally persuaded exchanges to support the Tron standard — often over owners' objections, with technical teams driving adoption.BitTorrent and HTX: Invest Only in What You UseSun's acquisitions follow a Buffett principle: only buy what you use. BitTorrent, he argues, is the only decentralized tech that outperforms its centralized equivalent — P2P speeds up with more peers. The BTT token resolved upload/download imbalance across one billion users. He acquired HTX (formerly Huobi) after 7–8 years as a user; the FTX collapse and a hacking incident reinforced that security is the industry's permanent first priority.Blockchain Security: The Case Against BackdoorsSecret admin keys and backdoors in DeFi protocols are existential security risks — if compromised, a hacker gets unlimited power to freeze or confiscate tokens. Bitcoin and Ethereum wouldn't function with such overrides. Tron's bug bounty pays up to $1 million for zero-days. Radical transparency — open-source code, time-locks, multi-sig — is structural protection and the only reliable path to institutional capital.The AI Era: From Chatbot to Agent to HarnessSun frames AI evolution in three stages: Chatbot (2022–23), Agent (2024–25), and Harness (from April 2026) — maximum autonomy with minimum rules. His B.AI platform aggregates GPT, Claude, Gemini, Kimi, and MiniMax; offers free Bai Cloud and Bai Code; and uniquely integrates blockchain identity and payments — functions no bank can provide to a non-human entity.B.AI's Blockchain Edge and "Bai Brain"As AI agents take on autonomous tasks, they need money to operate. Blockchain private keys are the only mechanism to hold funds in an agent's name without human custodianship. B.AI supports BNB Chain, Tron, Ethereum, and Arbitrum — non-Tron chains have surpassed Tron in daily active users. "Bai Brain" (克隆大脑) launches next week, distilling users' emails and chat logs into personalized AI. Sun will be the first subject with a free public "Sun Brain.""Sun Studies" 2.0 and the Memory ImperativeSun disclosed — a first — that a second book under his "Sun Studies" (孙学) brand is scheduled for September 2026, expanding from Chinese youth to global youth in the AI-blockchain era. It will integrate into Bai Brain. Intelligence, money, and longevity are becoming less scarce, but personal memory will be the most valuable future asset. Sun targets consuming 100 million AI tokens per day.Market Outlook: 60 Billion Intelligent Entities WaitingSun is unconcerned with near-term prices. Blockchain reaches ~1 billion people; 7 billion humans remain outside; tens of billions of AI agents will eventually need blockchain identity and payments — demand far exceeding current prices. Tron and BNB Chain are the primary beneficiaries. In a world of abundant intelligence and capital, individual memory is the one non-replicable asset worth preserving.

On Apr 23, 2026, 17:40 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has dropped below 2,300 USDT and is now trading at 2,293.97998 USDT, with a narrowed 4.35% decrease in 24 hours.

OpenAI has announced the release of GPT-5.5, which includes the most robust security measures to date. According to Jin10, this latest version aims to enhance user safety and data protection, marking a significant advancement in AI technology. The new security features are designed to address previous vulnerabilities and improve overall system integrity.

According to Odaily, SBF has written to New York Judge Lewis Kaplan, announcing the temporary withdrawal of his Rule 33 motion for a new trial. SBF stated that due to the need to focus on answering the judge's questions regarding whether his lawyers were involved in drafting the motion, and believing that he cannot receive a fair trial before this judge, he decided to withdraw the motion. He plans to reserve the right to resubmit the motion after his direct appeal and related request for judicial reassignment are adjudicated. Previously, SBF was sentenced to 25 years in prison for defrauding customers and investors. In his letter, he confirmed that the motion was primarily completed through his own independent legal research and drafting while in the Brooklyn prison, with his parents only providing editorial suggestions and assisting with printing.

OpenAI has announced the launch of a new AI model designed to improve task completion with minimal guidance. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting that this development aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of AI in performing tasks autonomously. The new model is expected to streamline processes across various industries by reducing the need for detailed instructions, thereby saving time and resources. OpenAI's initiative reflects the growing trend of AI advancements aimed at increasing productivity and simplifying complex workflows. This move is part of a broader effort to integrate AI more seamlessly into everyday operations, potentially transforming how businesses and individuals approach task management.

The UK government is reportedly engaged in discussions with Anthropic regarding access to its AI platform, Mythos, for banks and businesses. According to Jin10, these negotiations aim to explore the potential integration of Mythos into financial and corporate sectors, enhancing operational capabilities through advanced AI solutions. The talks reflect the growing interest in leveraging AI technologies to drive efficiency and innovation across various industries.

Meta Platforms has announced plans to reduce its workforce by 10% in an effort to enhance operational efficiency. According to Jin10, the company aims to streamline its operations and improve productivity through these job cuts. This move is part of a broader strategy to optimize resources and focus on key business areas. The decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the tech industry as companies seek to adapt to changing market conditions.

The Dollar Index (DXY) experienced a significant increase, rising nearly 20 points within 15 minutes to a recent level of 98.82. According to Jin10, both U.S. and Brent crude oil prices saw a short-term increase of $1.8. Meanwhile, spot gold prices fell sharply, dropping nearly $30.

Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is inviting public feedback on proposed regulatory changes that would permit licensed digital asset businesses to directly apply for derivatives licenses. According to Cointelegraph, this move aims to eliminate the need for these businesses to establish separate entities, thereby streamlining the process.The proposed amendments are designed to build upon previous changes that recognized digital assets as eligible underlying assets for futures contracts. This expansion of Thailand's derivatives market seeks to introduce additional measures to manage conflicts of interest and enhance regulatory oversight. The SEC's initiative could lower entry barriers for crypto companies by allowing them to apply for licenses within their existing structures, while simultaneously bringing these activities under stricter regulatory scrutiny.The regulator has stated that the changes are intended to provide investors with more tools for hedging and portfolio management. Additionally, the proposal aims to align the standards for derivatives exchanges and clearing houses with international practices. The public consultation period for these proposed changes is open until May 20, with feedback from industry participants expected to shape the final regulatory framework.  

US banking groups have approached the Treasury Department and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. to postpone the comment deadlines for three GENIUS Act proposals. According to NS3.AI, the request was made on April 22, suggesting a delay until 60 days after the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency finalizes its framework. This move could potentially postpone the federal stablecoin rollout by several months. Additionally, banks are urging Senate lawmakers to impose stricter limits on stablecoin rewards as part of the CLARITY Act.

Belarus is set to allow the operation of 'crypto banks' starting April 24, according to BlockBeats. These institutions will support 26 digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, TON, and SOL. The services offered will encompass deposits, loans, staking, transfers, token issuance, and trading. This move marks a significant step in Belarus's approach to integrating cryptocurrency into its financial system.

Bitcoin is approaching the $80,000 mark, identified by market analysis as a significant resistance level for the ongoing rebound. According to NS3.AI, spot Bitcoin ETFs have experienced net inflows for six consecutive days. Additionally, whale addresses holding over 1,000 BTC have accumulated approximately 270,000 BTC in the past 30 days.

On April 23, Aave announced an update regarding the rsETH event. According to BlockBeats, the reserves for rsETH have been suspended on the Ethereum mainnet, Arbitrum, Base, Mantle, and Linea networks. This action is part of a fund recovery plan aimed at reclaiming as much capital as possible. Aave has committed to providing ongoing updates to the community as the situation progresses.

Barclays has shifted to a bullish stance on Amazon, designating it as its top mega-cap pick following Amazon's announcement that AWS AI revenue has reached a $15 billion annualized run rate in the first quarter of 2026. According to NS3.AI, Barclays also highlighted Amazon's $20 billion in annual revenue from its Trainium and Graviton chips. The article noted a mean price target for Amazon (AMZN) at $286.66, compared to its current price of approximately $248.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform's Futures division will be delisting six perpetual contracts by the end of April 2026. The decision follows a comprehensive review process that considers various factors such as trading volume, liquidity, network stability, regulatory requirements, and changes in token supply and project development. The contracts set for delisting include USDⓈ-M B3USDT, DEGENUSDT, BOBUSDT, ZKJUSDT, IRUSDT, and DAMUSDT.

The delisting process will commence with the closure of all positions and automatic settlement of the USDⓈ-M B3USDT, DEGENUSDT, and BOBUSDT contracts on 2026-04-28 at 09:00 (UTC), followed by the USDⓈ-M ZKJUSDT, IRUSDT, and DAMUSDT contracts on 2026-04-29 at 09:00 (UTC). Users are advised to close any open positions before these times to avoid automatic settlement. Additionally, new non-reduce only orders for these contracts will not be permitted starting at 08:30 (UTC) on the respective dates.

During the final hour before the scheduled settlement, the Futures Insurance Fund will not be used to support the liquidation process. Any liquidation triggered will be executed as a single Immediate or Cancel order (IOCO). If the IOCO fails to meet the Margin Maintenance requirements, the Auto-Deleveraging (ADL) process will resolve any unfilled portions. Users are strongly encouraged to monitor and manage open positions during this period due to potential volatility and reduced liquidity.

Binance Futures may implement additional protective measures without further notice to safeguard users against risks in volatile market conditions. These measures could include adjustments to leverage, position value, maintenance margin, funding rates, and price index constituents. Users are urged to stay informed and manage their positions accordingly.

The Consumer Federation of America has initiated a class-action lawsuit against Meta in Washington, D.C., claiming that Meta projected approximately $16 billion in annual revenue from advertisements related to scams and banned goods in 2024. According to NS3.AI, the complaint aims to recover damages and illegal profits, asserting that Meta generated around $7 billion in annualized revenue from a 'high risk' ad category. Meta has refuted these allegations and stated its intention to contest the lawsuit.

Attackers have compromised Bitwarden's CLI version 2026.4.0 by releasing a malicious npm package designed to steal cryptocurrency wallet data and developer credentials. According to NS3.AI, the breach was identified by Socket on April 23 and is associated with the TeamPCP supply chain campaign. The affected workflows could have exposed sensitive information, including GitHub and npm tokens, SSH keys, cloud credentials, and exchange API credentials used in automated cryptocurrency deployments.

JPMorgan has highlighted ongoing security vulnerabilities in decentralized finance (DeFi) as a significant barrier to institutional adoption. According to NS3.AI, the bank pointed to the recent KelpDAO exploit, which resulted in a loss of approximately $20 billion in total value locked (TVL) within a few days. The attacker reportedly minted $292 million in unbacked rsETH, leaving around $200 million in bad debt across various lending protocols. Following the exploit, capital shifted from DeFi lending platforms to Tether's USDT, while ether-denominated TVL remained largely stable.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that natural gas inventories for the week ending April 17 reached 103 billion cubic feet. According to Jin10, this figure surpassed the expected 94 billion cubic feet and was significantly higher than the previous week's 59 billion cubic feet.

The U.S. April S&P Global Composite PMI Flash recorded a three-month high at 52.0. According to NS3.AI, the Services PMI Flash was reported at 51.3, while the Manufacturing Output Index Flash reached 55.7. Additionally, the Manufacturing PMI Flash was noted at 54.0.

Ethereum Name Service (ENS) has announced plans to introduce ENSv2, a new domain infrastructure designed for large-scale integration and subdomain expansion. According to BlockBeats, the announcement was made on April 23, highlighting the advancements aimed at improving the scalability and functionality of domain services within the Ethereum ecosystem.

Tehran has activated its air defense systems in certain areas for reasons that remain unclear. According to BlockBeats, this development was reported on April 24 by Iran's Nour News. Additionally, Iran's Mehr News Agency indicated that sounds of the air defense systems engaging enemy targets were heard in parts of Tehran.

Digital Currency Group (DCG) CEO Barry Silbert highlighted the significant growth in the cryptocurrency market, noting that total market capitalization has increased from $7 billion in 2015 to $2.6 trillion this year. According to NS3.AI, Silbert shared a group photo from the inaugural DCG Summit held in 2015 in a post on X, reflecting on the industry's expansion over the years.

The White House has accused foreign entities, primarily in China, of conducting large-scale operations to replicate U.S. artificial intelligence models. According to NS3.AI, Michael Kratsios highlighted that these attackers employ tens of thousands of proxy accounts and jailbreak methods to extract model capabilities and proprietary information. The memo indicates that federal agencies and private industry are set to develop defenses and explore measures to hold these foreign actors accountable.

Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) marks its fifth anniversary amid a significant drop in interest and value. According to NS3.AI, Google Trends data shows that interest in BAYC is 97 times lower than its peak in 2022. The collection's floor price has decreased by 94.3% from its high in May 2022. Additionally, ApeCoin, associated with the BAYC ecosystem, has plummeted by 99.6% from its peak value.

U.S. business activity showed signs of recovery in April, according to PMI data released on April 23. The previous month had seen stagnation, but the latest figures indicate an improvement, despite extended supplier delivery times due to the ongoing conflict with Iran. This situation has pushed a measure of output prices to its highest level in nearly four years. According to Jin10, the preliminary S&P Global Composite PMI for April rose to 52.0, up from 50.3 in March, which was the lowest level since September 2023. The improvement was primarily driven by the manufacturing sector, fueled by what S&P Global described as 'inventory accumulation amid concerns over supply adequacy and rising prices.' The Manufacturing PMI increased from 52.3 in March to 54.0, marking a 47-month high and surpassing economists' expectations of 52.5. The new orders index also rose, from 52.3 in March to 54.8. Meanwhile, the Services PMI climbed from 49.8, which marked the first contraction since January 2023, to 51.3.

The preliminary reading for the U.S. S&P Global Composite PMI in April was reported at 52, surpassing expectations of 50.5. According to Jin10, the previous value was recorded at 50.3.

Google has introduced its latest advancements in AI technology with the unveiling of TPU 8t and TPU 8i at the Cloud Next 2026 event. According to NS3.AI, the TPU 8t is designed to scale up to 121 ExaFlops per superpod, showcasing significant computational power. Meanwhile, the TPU 8i is equipped with 384 MB of on-chip SRAM and 288 GB of high-bandwidth memory, optimized for inference workloads. Sundar Pichai, Google's CEO, stated that the company is on track to invest up to $185 billion this year in AI infrastructure, highlighting Google's commitment to advancing AI capabilities.

According to Foresight News, Justin Sun's address, starting with 0x939, has withdrawn 300 million USDS from Sky over the past three hours and subsequently deposited it into Spark. Currently, he has accumulated assets worth 1.3 billion dollars in Spark, with USDS farming rewards reaching 5.38 million dollars. The USDS deposits amount to 436 million dollars, accounting for 18.72% of the deposit pool, while USDC deposits total 135 million dollars, representing 28.17% of the pool.

The upcoming TRUMP memecoin conference has significantly reduced its entry threshold, with token holdings required to make the leaderboard dropping to approximately $8,460, a substantial decrease from the previous requirement of around $55,000 for the 2025 dinner. According to NS3.AI, this change is based on data from Nansen. The event is set to take place on Saturday, April 25 at Mar-a-Lago. However, the site indicates that U.S. President Donald Trump may not attend, and attendees might instead receive a limited edition TRUMP NFT.

Only one individual has been approved for U.S. President Donald Trump's "Gold Card" Visa program, which offers U.S. residency to foreigners for a $1 million fee. Bloomberg posted on X, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced this development on Thursday. The program, aimed at attracting foreign investment, has seen limited interest since its inception.

On Apr 23, 2026, 17:02 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has dropped below 78,000 USDT and is now trading at 77,901 USDT, with a narrowed 1.28% decrease in 24 hours.

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his desire to see Thomas Massie removed from his position, claiming that Massie represents only half of the MAGA movement. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the upcoming decision by voters in Kentucky regarding Massie's political future. Massie, known for his conservative stance, has been a contentious figure within the Republican Party, often clashing with party leadership and Trump himself. The upcoming vote in Kentucky will determine whether Massie retains his seat, amidst Trump's calls for his ouster. This political battle underscores the ongoing divisions within the Republican Party, as different factions vie for influence and control. Massie's fate will be decided by the voters, reflecting the broader dynamics at play within the party and the MAGA movement.

Zerion Wallet has integrated the Uniswap API into its in-wallet swap feature, providing users with direct access to liquidity across Uniswap v2, v3, and v4. According to NS3.AI, this integration aims to enhance the user experience by offering seamless access to Uniswap's decentralized exchange capabilities. The move is expected to streamline the process for users looking to swap tokens within the Zerion Wallet, leveraging Uniswap's extensive liquidity pools.

On April 23, U.S. stock indices opened lower, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 both declining by 0.3%, while the Nasdaq Composite fell by 0.5%. According to Jin10, Tesla shares dropped 3.1% after the company raised its capital expenditure forecast for 2026 to over $25 billion, exceeding market expectations. Netflix shares rose 0.2% following the announcement of a $25 billion stock buyback plan. IBM experienced an 8% decline due to a slowdown in first-quarter revenue growth. Meanwhile, Microsoft shares fell 2.8%, and Adobe shares decreased by 4.7%.

On April 24, Iran's central bank confirmed the receipt of the first toll payment for ships passing through the Hormuz Strait in the form of cash forex. According to BlockBeats, earlier reports suggested that Iran was collecting these tolls in cryptocurrency. Earlier in the day, Iran's Islamic Parliament Deputy Speaker, Hajji Babaei, announced that the first Hormuz Strait toll payment had been received and deposited into the central bank's account.

Taiwan's stock market has reached a valuation of $4.14 trillion this month, surpassing the United Kingdom's $4.09 trillion market to become the seventh-largest globally. According to NS3.AI, this growth has been significantly fueled by advancements in AI and semiconductor industries, with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) contributing to over 40% of the market's value. March exports saw a substantial increase of 65.9% year-over-year, reaching a record $91.12 billion. Additionally, foreign investors purchased $8.9 billion worth of Taiwanese shares in April.

MegaETH has announced the completion of its first key performance indicator (KPI) with the official launch of 10 'Mega Mafia' applications within its ecosystem. The token generation event (TGE) is scheduled for April 30.

According to Odaily, MegaETH has linked its token release mechanism to actual business performance rather than a traditional time-based unlocking model. The first KPI required the applications to demonstrate real user interaction capabilities, including a cumulative transaction volume exceeding 100,000 within 30 days for a single application, which has now been achieved. A co-founder of MegaETH stated that this approach aims to ensure the network has real use cases and economic cycles before the token issuance, rather than relying solely on market expectations.

Currently, the MegaETH ecosystem has incubated approximately 30 projects, focusing on areas such as stablecoin payments, yield tokenization, and on-chain lending. The total supply of MEGA tokens is 10 billion, with 53.3% set to be gradually released based on subsequent KPIs.

MegaETH has announced plans to hold its Token Generation Event (TGE) on April 30. According to BlockBeats, the official statement was released on April 24. The event marks a significant step for MegaETH in its development and distribution of tokens.