Consensys has announced its acquisition of Wallet Guard, a browser extension focused on protecting digital assets from theft and fraud. This move aims to integrate Wallet Guard’s security features into Metamask. Metamask to Boost Security Following Consensys’ Wallet Guard Acquisition The acquisition comes as the Web3 ecosystem faces persistent security challenges, with scams and hacks […]
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Robinhood Acquires AI Investment Research Platform
Robinhood Markets, Inc. has acquired Pluto Capital Inc., an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered investment research platform. Pluto delivers highly-customized investment strategies based on individual customer needs and financial goals. With this strategic move, Robinhood aims to enhance its data-driven investing capabilities. Jacob Sansbury, Pluto’s Founder and CEO, joins Robinhood to integrate AI across their platform. Investors […]
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Firm Behind Pudgy Penguin NFTs Acquires Frame to Build Abstractchain for Consumer Crypto
Igloo Inc., the team behind the Pudgy Penguins non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has announced the acquisition of Frame, aiming to enhance the consumer crypto experience by developing Abstractchain. This move is expected to address limitations in current layer two (L2) solutions and expand cultural and community-driven crypto adoption. Igloo Expands Crypto Infrastructure With Frame Acquisition Igloo […]
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Cleanspark Acquires Griid in $155 Million All-Stock Deal to Boost BTC Mining Operations
In a significant expansion move, Cleanspark, a leading U.S. bitcoin mining company, has announced the acquisition of its rival firm Griid for 5 million. This strategic all-stock transaction aims to enhance Cleanspark’s mining capacity, particularly in the aftermath of Bitcoin’s fourth halving event which has increased the pressure on mining profitability. Cleanspark Acquires Griid in […]
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Cleanspark Acquires 5 Bitcoin Mining Facilities in Georgia for $25.8 Million
Cleanspark Inc. has announced the acquisition of five new bitcoin mining facilities in Georgia for .8 million. The deal is expected to close immediately, increasing the company’s operating hashrate to over 20 EH/s by the end of the month. Publicly Listed Miner Cleanspark Obtains 5 New Mining Facilities The newly acquired sites, which range from […]
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Japanese Corporation Metaplanet Acquires More Bitcoin, Stock Price Soars
Metaplanet, a publicly traded corporation on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, has announced an investment of 23.351 bitcoins, with an average purchase price of 10,706,180 yen per BTC, totaling 250 million yen (.6 million). The company now holds 141.0727 bitcoins, with an average purchase price of 10,278,391 yen per BTC, amounting to a total aggregated purchase […]
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Uniswap Labs Acquires Onchain Survival Experience Crypto: The Game
Uniswap Labs has announced the acquisition of Crypto: The Game (CTG), an onchain experience mimicking mainstream TV shows like Survivor with a crypto element. The experience involves the participation of several contestants in a series of challenges to gain immunity and avoid being voted out. With the acquisition, completed for an undisclosed amount, CTG’s team […]
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Polygon Labs Acquires Toposware to Enhance Zero-Knowledge Tech Capabilities
In a strategic move to bolster its zero-knowledge technology development, Polygon Labs has acquired Toposware, a zero-knowledge (ZK) engineering startup. The deal is aimed at integrating Toposware’s expertise with Polygon’s ongoing projects to advance the entire ZK community. Polygon Labs Targets Zero-Knowledge Tech Leadership With Toposware Buy On Tuesday, Polygon stated in a blog post […]
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Senator Ted Cruz Acquires 3 Bitcoin ASIC Miners, Begins ‘Hashing’ in Texas
Republican Senator Ted Cruz from Texas has announced that he purchased three application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) bitcoin miners. “I just bought 3 Bitcoin miners that started hashing today in Iraan, TX,” the Senator stated on X this week. “I’m proud to join the ranks of Texas bitcoin miners,” he added. Cruz is an ardent advocate […]
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Northern Data’s Peak Mining Acquires Second 300-Megawatt Site in Texas
According to Peak Mining, a subsidiary of the German bitcoin mining and infrastructure firm Northern Data, the company has announced the purchase of a 300-megawatt ERCOT-approved site in Corpus Christi, Texas. The site is adjacent to another location acquired by the firm in December 2023. Peak Mining Purchases ERCOT-Approved Texas Site Northern Data’s Peak Mining […]
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