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Paradex has announced that its partner, the Mithril trading bot, was compromised by attackers who accessed approximately 57 user subkeys. According to Foresight News, these subkeys are restricted keys that allow for proxy trading but do not enable withdrawal operations. In response, Paradex has implemented emergency measures, suspending all XP transfers and revoking all subkeys associated with Mithril trading accounts. The affected users are those who connected to the Mithril trading bot.

Additionally, Paradex addressed the network outage incident on January 19, stating that it has completed the review of affected accounts and issued refunds to users who were erroneously liquidated, primarily those related to PAXG. A total of $650,000 has been distributed to 200 accounts. The deposit and withdrawal functions for Gigavault have also been restored. Other pending requests will be reviewed and processed in the coming days.

Vanguard Group's Value Index Fund has acquired 1.23 million shares of MicroStrategy, valued at $202.5 million. According to Odaily, this marks the fund's first investment in the company, which holds 687,410 BTC. Previously, Vanguard Group's Mid-Cap Index Fund purchased 2.91 million shares of MicroStrategy, worth $505 million, when the company met the mid-cap benchmark. Market opinions are divided on this move; some view it as traditional finance embracing crypto assets, while others see it as routine index tracking by the $12 trillion asset management firm, rather than active investment.

23pds posted on X. Attackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in platform mechanisms to convert long-standing legitimate applications into malicious software. These attackers are now monitoring developer accounts on the Snap Store with expired associated domain names. Once they identify a target domain as inactive, they promptly register it and use the domain's email to initiate a password reset on the Snap Store, effectively taking over the publisher's identity without direct confrontation.

A prominent whale in the DeBank wallet, DefiSquared, has raised concerns about potential manipulation in recent governance votes for World Liberty Fi (WLFI). According to Foresight News, DefiSquared pointed out that Bubble Maps indicate that the majority of votes in favor came from wallets associated with the team. The approved 'USD1 Growth Proposal' is allegedly aimed at selling tokens to generate protocol revenue.

DefiSquared highlighted that 75% of the protocol's revenue flows to the Trump family, while 25% goes to the Vitkov family, leaving retail investors without a share. Following the vote's approval, 500 million WLFI tokens were transferred to Jump Trading, while investors' tokens remain locked.

Given WLFI's lack of governance rights, absence of revenue sharing, and the pressure to sell, DefiSquared believes its $17 billion valuation is unsupported. He also disclosed holding a short position on WLFI.

BNB Chain's USD1 trading competition has reached its sixth day, showcasing significant activity in the meme coin sector. According to BlockBeats, the meme coin 'Polar Bear 2026' topped the trading volume chart over the past 24 hours, with a market capitalization of $7.5 million and a current price of approximately $0.0075. The token experienced a 75% increase in the last 24 hours, peaking at $0.0082 before a notable decline.

Additionally, the top three meme coins by market capitalization are EGL1, BIG DON, and CDL, each exceeding $25 million. The competition offers multiple incentives for the top three participants, with eligibility criteria focusing on USD1 trading pairs. These pairs include projects using USD1 as a base token on Four meme or those with active USD1 liquidity pools in other Four meme projects.

BlockBeats cautions users about the high volatility of meme coin trading, which often relies on market sentiment and speculative concepts without tangible value or use cases. Investors are advised to be mindful of the associated risks.

Glassnode analysis reveals that during the market lows of November to December last year, Bitcoin accumulation was primarily driven by large entities. According to Foresight News, smaller holders opted to exit the market during this period. This trend was partly due to the restructuring of exchange wallets and the buying activities of major holders taking advantage of lower prices.

AB Kuai.Dong posted on X. Tesla's fully autonomous vehicle, the Cybercab, has been seen driving on the streets of Austin, Texas. This innovative model operates without rearview mirrors, a steering wheel, pedals, or a driver, relying entirely on Tesla's advanced visual processing and network systems for navigation. The company plans to begin mass production of this driverless taxi by the second quarter of 2026.

Santiment posted on X that Bitcoin's price has increased by 2% this year, following a 6% decline at the end of 2025. The question remains whether Bitcoin will conclude the year with gains or losses. The cryptocurrency market continues to be volatile, and investors are closely monitoring Bitcoin's performance as the year progresses.

Galaxy has introduced a $100 million hedge fund, allocating 30% to cryptocurrency assets and the remaining 70% to financial services stocks influenced by digital assets. Jack Kong, CEO of Nano Labs, posted on X. This hybrid strategy is intriguing as it bets on crypto volatility while also investing in the digital transformation of traditional finance. With $17 billion in assets under management, Galaxy clearly sees potential in this intersectional field. Traditional capital is systematically entering the crypto market, viewing digital assets not merely as speculative investments but as integral components of financial infrastructure.

Noble, a blockchain platform centered around stablecoins, has announced its intention to migrate from Cosmos to its own independent EVM Layer 1 network starting March 18. According to NS3.AI, this strategic move is designed to enhance performance and expand developer support by utilizing the Rust-powered Commonware tech stack and the Reth Ethereum client. The transition will see Noble continue to support its Cosmos-based chain and IBC functionality while gradually shifting all liquidity to the new network. The focus will be on its native stablecoin, Noble Dollar (USDN), which will be a key feature of the new EVM network.

XRP's price has recently experienced a 3% decline, yet Ripple President Monica Long remains optimistic about the future of cryptocurrency. According to NS3.AI, Long forecasts 2026 as a significant year for the industry, anticipating stablecoins to become central to global settlements. She also envisions broad institutional adoption, with half of the Fortune 500 companies participating in the crypto space. Additionally, Long expects substantial activity in on-chain capital markets and increased consolidation in crypto custody services. Despite these positive long-term projections, the recent drop in XRP's price underscores a disconnect between current market sentiment and the anticipated structural growth in the sector.

The White House's official account on the X platform has indicated that victories, eviction actions, and memes will continue to be featured. According to NS3.AI, this brief statement suggests ongoing activity on social media concerning political themes. The post lacks additional details or context, leaving the nature of these engagements open to interpretation.

High-end secondary watch prices, particularly those of Rolex and Patek, have increased by approximately 4% over the past six months. According to NS3.AI, this growth occurs despite a downturn in Bitcoin prices and heightened macroeconomic pressures that have favored gold and silver. The luxury watch market demonstrates resilience even as the cryptocurrency sector faces challenges in the current economic climate.

Kroll Restructuring, acting as the bankruptcy trustee for Terraform Labs, has begun informing claimants about the repayment process related to the Terra-Luna ecosystem collapse in May 2022. According to NS3.AI, the notification details the distribution and recovery procedures, including the methods and schedules for submitting future claims. This development comes after Terraform Labs launched a dedicated claims website approximately 10 months ago to assist individuals in filing loss claims.

Google.org is committing $2 million to the Sundance Institute to educate over 100,000 artists in essential AI skills as part of the newly formed AI Literacy Alliance. According to NS3.AI, this initiative seeks to establish AI as a fundamental creative skill for independent filmmakers amid ongoing debates in the entertainment industry regarding AI consent, misuse, and creative control. At the same time, actors and creators are advocating for enforceable regulations to manage AI usage, highlighting the intricate balance between AI advancement and the protection of intellectual property.

Netflix reported robust fourth-quarter earnings, achieving a net income of $2.42 billion and reaching 325 million global subscribers. According to NS3.AI, the company exceeded revenue forecasts, driven by subscription growth and increased advertising revenue. Despite these achievements, Netflix's stock declined by over 4% in after-hours trading. Investors are worried about escalating content costs and growing competition from traditional networks and social media platforms. Additionally, Netflix announced a $72 billion all-cash proposal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery assets, which, along with regulatory uncertainties, contributes to market unease.