LensLinks: Issue 203

Bitcoin could be in danger as quantum computing advances, brought to you by Regiment LLC

Author

Len Pacek
July 27, 2023

Today in LensLinks:

  • Singularity: Bitcoin could be in danger as quantum computing advances

  • CBDCs explained: How could they impact global finance?

  • Fed Building a CBDC? This job posting may indicate “Yes”.

  • The evolution of gaming through AI, mixed reality, and web3

  • Crypto bills to face congressional committee vote

  • Senators Propose Bill to Ban President and Congress From Stock Trading - Potential Boost for Crypto Market

  • Super League Announces 51% Sequential Increase in Second Quarter 2023 Revenues

  • Meta Q2 earnings: Reality Labs losses top $7.7B year to date

  • macOS RedLine Stealer malware found on fake blockchain games

  • Democrats split on GOP crypto bill

  • SEC passes new ‘conflict of interest’ rules governing how brokers can use AI

  • And Much, Much, More…

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"Obviously we've had some important decisions come from the courts in the past, but this is by far the most significant legislative moment that we've had."

- Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association

NOTABLE

Federal Reserve Building a CBDC?

CBDCs explained: How could they impact global finance?

Delve into the world of CBDCs, their pros and cons, and how they are changing the banking and financial systems worldwide.

crypto.news/cbdcs-explained-how-could-they-impact-global-finance

Metaverse & Gaming

The evolution of gaming through AI, mixed reality, and web3

Cassandra Rosenthal is the co-founder and co-CEO of Kaleidoco, an entertainment technology company dedicated to web3 experiences. The gaming industry is

www.blockchaingamer.biz/features/opinions/26036/kaleidoco-cassandra-rosenthal-gaming-evolution

Blockchain, Tokens & DeFi

Crypto bills to face congressional committee vote

A key congressional committee is set to vote this week on several bills that would develop a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, a milestone for Capitol Hill in its efforts to codify federal oversight for the digital asset industry.

www.reuters.com/technology/us-congressional-committee-set-weigh-crypto-bills-2023-07-26

Crypto Trading

Senators Propose Bill to Ban President and Congress From Stock Trading - Potential Boost for Crypto Market - Crypto News Flash

Two U.S. senators are proposing a bill to ban stock trading for Presidents and Congress from parking in stock trading.

www.crypto-news-flash.com/senators-propose-bill-to-ban-president-and-congress-from-stock-trading-potential-boost-for-crypto-market

Metaverse & Gaming - a little more…

Super League Announces 51% Sequential Increase in Second Quarter 2023 Revenues

~ Company Releases Record Preliminary Second Quarter Revenues of Approximately $5.0 million ~ ~ Management to Host Second Quarter Financial Results Webinar on Monday, August 14th, 2023 at 5:00pm E.T. ~ SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Super League (Nasdaq: SLGG)(“the Company”), a leading publisher of immersive experiences across the world’s largest metaverse gaming platforms, announced second quarter 2023 revenue grew 51% sequentially to approximately $5.0 million. “In Q2,

finance.yahoo.com/news/super-league-announces-51-sequential-110000467.html

Meta Q2 earnings: Reality Labs losses top $7.7B year to date

Reality Labs, Meta's metaverse-building department, has lost over $7.7 billion so far in 2023 with Meta saying those losses will continue through the year.

cointelegraph.com/news/meta-second-quarter-earnings-reality-labs-metaverse-loss

macOS RedLine Stealer malware found on fake blockchain games

macOS is being abused to create malicious software embedded in bogus games, a malware hunter has disclosed. The games are used to lure victims and are blockchain-based.

cybernews.com/security/mac-os-redline-stealer-malware-fake-blockchain-games

Blockchain, Tokens & DeFi - a little more…

Democrats split on GOP crypto bill

The clash illustrates the fluid politics around crypto policy following a boom and bust.

www.politico.com/news/2023/07/26/democrats-gop-cryptocurrency-bill-00108230

SEC passes new ‘conflict of interest’ rules governing how brokers can use AI

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission voted 3-2 along party lines to approve a series of proposals, including changes to existing laws surrounding conflicts of interest related to the use of data analytics tools by brokers.

cointelegraph.com/news/sec-passes-conflict-of-interest-rules-governing-how-brokers-use-ai

Valhalla Ventures launches $66 million fund for gaming investment

Valhalla Ventures has launched a new $66 million venture capital fund, which it will invest in gaming and deeptech startups. The firm is specifically targeting what it calls “audacious entre...

www.pocketgamer.biz/news/82046/valhalla-ventures-launches-66-million-fund-for-gaming-investment

Crypto Trading - a little more…

Crypto Paydays: How Athletes are Embracing Cryptocurrency Sponsorships

Athletes are increasingly adopting bitcoin sponsorships as part of their endorsement deals in the world of sports.

www.financemagnates.com/cryptocurrency/innovation/crypto-paydays-how-athletes-are-embracing-cryptocurrency-sponsorships

Twitter ‘X’ rebrand spurs hype around potential crypto integration — again

There's renewed optimism that crypto could soon be further integrated with Twitter, but would it even matter?

blockworks.co/news/twitter-x-rebrand-crypto

South Korea strengthens crypto regulation with LEI adoption and crime unit

South Korea establishes a special unit to combat cryptocurrency crimes and protect investors. A partnership is formed with Code to encourage LEI issuance for virtual asset operators, promoting transparency.

cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-south-korea-strengthens-crypto-regulation-with-lei-adoption-and-crime-unit

The Singularity:
AI, Quantum Computing, Robotics, Bio-engineering & Other Stuff on the way

Bitcoin could be in danger as quantum computing advances

Is Bitcoin in danger? Recent achievements in quantum computing suggest that the grandaddy of cryptocurrencies may not survive the current decade.

cybernews.com/crypto/bitcoin-in-danger-quantum-computing-advances

ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance)

The Sandbox Presents the Second Edition of Belonging Week: Embracing Diversity and Inclusivity

In a stunning display of innovation, The Sandbox presents the second edition of Belonging Week, celebrating diversity & inclusivity within the virtual world. Led by visionary Co-Founder Akbar Hamid of POC Lab, this annual event welcomes all players.

blockster.com/the-sandbox-belonging-week-2-embracing-diversity-and-inclusivity-in-the-metaverse

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