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From Leek Glasses to On-Chain Danmaku and DEV Pumping: How Creative Was the Solana Online Hackathon?

Odaily Planet Daily reports on the Solana Online Hackathon, held from January 20-30, 2026, which showcased innovative projects focused on practical applications in trading, alpha discovery, and consumer entertainment. The event featured an open submission format on X, allowing for direct community feedback. The grand prize winner was The MM Hunter, a quantitative trading tool using machine learning to analyze Binance order books and automate trades via Orderly Network. Other notable winners included Peak Trading, an AI-powered terminal for trade logging and risk management, and Eagle Pigeon Hunter, which automates trading based on macroeconomic data. In the Alpha discovery category, Chitu won for its system monitoring smart money movements on Solana, while Voiverse offered AI-powered noise reduction for Web3 information. TradeCat provided an open-source toolbox for multi-market alpha analysis. The Internet Capital Markets section featured creative tools like a wallet visualizer that turns holdings into Agar.io-style videos, Leek Vision (a browser plugin converting fiat prices to crypto values), and Sendit, an on-chain chat tool that overlays comments directly onto trading charts. For Consumer & Entertainment, winners included Insider Loop, a card game influencing simulated stock prices; a DEV-themed trading simulator; and DegenerCity, a 3D life simulator set in a crypto-themed cyberpunk city. The hackathon highlighted a strong trend towards AI integration, gamification, and improving user experience in Web3.

marsbit02/03 09:38

From Leek Glasses to On-Chain Danmaku and DEV Pumping: How Creative Was the Solana Online Hackathon?

marsbit02/03 09:38

From Satoshi to Saylor: The Crypto Undercurrent in the Epstein Files

Recent disclosures from the "Epstein Files" reveal significant, previously unknown connections between the late financier Jeffrey Epstein and the cryptocurrency industry. As early as 2011, Epstein was aware of Bitcoin, calling it a "brilliant idea" with "serious flaws." The documents show he was involved in discussions about Bitcoin's nature, invested in the seed round of infrastructure firm Blockstream, and received updates on market developments from figures like a16z's Steven Sinofsky. The files suggest Epstein may have met with "some Bitcoin creators," potentially including Satoshi Nakamoto, raising questions about Bitcoin's origins and the U.S. government's knowledge. He also proposed creating Sharia-compliant digital currencies to Middle Eastern contacts. Additionally, the documents include a harsh critique of MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor from 2010, describing him as a socially awkward "weirdo" at one of Epstein's parties. The revelations, which also involve investments in projects like Ripple and Stellar, hint at a deeper, hidden history of crypto's early days, with more information potentially yet to be disclosed.

比推02/03 09:16

From Satoshi to Saylor: The Crypto Undercurrent in the Epstein Files

比推02/03 09:16

Japanese Banking Giant Cuts Crypto Bets After Q3 Profit Slump

Japan's largest brokerage firm Nomura announced it will temporarily reduce its cryptocurrency trading positions following a 10% decline in net income for the third quarter ending December 31. The profit slump, partly attributed to trading losses at its European crypto subsidiary Laser Digital, prompted tighter risk controls and position limits to manage earnings volatility. Despite this short-term pullback, Nomura remains committed to its long-term digital asset strategy, with Laser Digital actively seeking to expand services internationally, including applying for a U.S. trust bank charter. The firm aims to balance immediate risk management with continued development of crypto infrastructure and institutional services.

bitcoinist02/03 08:50

Japanese Banking Giant Cuts Crypto Bets After Q3 Profit Slump

bitcoinist02/03 08:50

ING Eyes Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana ETP Expansion

Dutch banking giant ING is exploring the launch of exchange-traded products (ETPs) tied to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, signaling growing institutional involvement in digital assets. The bank is responding to client demand for regulated, familiar investment vehicles that integrate with existing brokerage and custody infrastructure—rather than speculative motives. ETPs offer a regulated entry into crypto markets, allowing exposure without direct asset management. This move reflects a broader trend of traditional banks competing with crypto-native firms, leveraging regulatory expertise and customer trust. While regulatory and custody challenges remain, rising investor demand for diversification is driving adoption. ING’s cautious, compliance-focused approach may influence other European banks and further legitimize crypto in traditional finance.

TheNewsCrypto02/03 08:46

ING Eyes Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana ETP Expansion

TheNewsCrypto02/03 08:46

Hyperliquid Team Plans Expansion Into Prediction Markets as HYPE Pumps 20%

Hyperliquid, a leading decentralized derivatives exchange, has announced its expansion into prediction markets, causing its HYPE token to surge 20%. This move aims to bridge traditional trading with event wagering, enhancing capital efficiency. The article also highlights a parallel trend in high-conviction trading culture, exemplified by the meme token Maxi Doge ($MAXI), which targets active "degen" traders with features like trading competitions and staking rewards. The project has reportedly raised over $4.5M in its presale, with significant whale accumulation noted, indicating strong early interest.

bitcoinist02/03 08:20

Hyperliquid Team Plans Expansion Into Prediction Markets as HYPE Pumps 20%

bitcoinist02/03 08:20

Ripple, Stellar Show Up In New Epstein Files, Ex-CTO Schwartz Reacts

Newly released Jeffrey Epstein documents include a 2014 email from Blockstream co-founder Austin Hill that mentions Ripple and Stellar. In the email, Hill reportedly complained to Epstein and others about investors supporting competing projects, framing backers of Ripple or Stellar as "enemies/opponents" to his Bitcoin-centric ecosystem. Former Ripple CTO David Schwartz publicly responded, stating he knows of no direct connections between Epstein and either Ripple, XRP, or Stellar. He emphasized there is no evidence that anyone from these projects met with Epstein or his close associates. Schwartz criticized the "enemy/opponent" mindset as harmful to the entire crypto space and dismissed the notion of deeper involvement as speculative conspiracy. He also addressed a question about Ripple's for-profit structure versus Stellar's non-profit, revealing he had opposed the non-profit model early on, believing it seemed dishonest and borderline illegal. At the time of reporting, XRP was trading at $1.64.

bitcoinist02/03 07:25

Ripple, Stellar Show Up In New Epstein Files, Ex-CTO Schwartz Reacts

bitcoinist02/03 07:25

ETHChiangmai Future Summit｜ Ongoing in Chiang Mai, Showcasing Two Months of City-Scale Ethereum Practice

The ETHChiangmai Future Summit is currently underway in Chiang Mai, marking a key moment in its two-month-long "city-scale" Ethereum practice initiative that began on December 8, 2025. Prior to the summit, a five-day hackathon attracted over 120 developers, resulting in 44 projects and $11,500 USDT in prizes. Project themes included DeFi, privacy and ZK technology, decentralized identity (ZK Card), public goods, local collaboration, and art and cultural experiments, showcasing diverse technical and social explorations within the Ethereum ecosystem. ETHChiangmai adopts a collaborative approach—living, learning, and building together—integrating hackathons, unconferences, reading groups, and ongoing community activities to explore how Web3 can operate long-term within a real urban and local context. The Future Summit serves as a reflective pause in this continuous experiment, rather than a conventional conference. Morning sessions focused on "Zuzalu as a method" and "Cypherpunk as a practical survival skill," discussing future societal structures and the real-world implications of "permissionless." Afternoon discussions delved into Cosmolocalism (local construction × global collaboration), education, governance, and featured hackathon project demonstrations, examining Ethereum’s evolving role in coordinating individuals, organizations, and communities. ETHChiangmai aims to present an alternative to short-term events by treating Ethereum as an ongoing social practice—where technology is applied, tested, and shaped collectively within a local context.

marsbit02/03 07:22

ETHChiangmai Future Summit｜ Ongoing in Chiang Mai, Showcasing Two Months of City-Scale Ethereum Practice

marsbit02/03 07:22

Fed Atlanta CEO Raphael Bostic Speaks on Rate Cut, Crypto Market Reacts

Raphael Bostic, CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, stated that no further interest rate cuts should be expected in 2026, citing economic strength and labor market stability. This announcement appears to have positively influenced the crypto market, which saw a 3.47% surge in total market cap to $2.65 trillion. Bitcoin rose 3.75% to over $78,000, while other major cryptocurrencies like ETH, BNB, and XRP also posted gains. Other factors, such as a newly closed US-India trade deal and supportive comments from BitGo CEO Mike Belshe on stablecoin yields, may have also contributed to the market's upward movement.

TheNewsCrypto02/03 07:10

Fed Atlanta CEO Raphael Bostic Speaks on Rate Cut, Crypto Market Reacts

TheNewsCrypto02/03 07:10

Crypto Morning Brief: Binance SAFU Fund Purchases $100 Million in Bitcoin, SpaceX Confirms Merger with xAI

Binance has transferred 1,315 BTC (worth $100 million) from its hot wallet to its SAFU Fund. SpaceX is reportedly set to merge with xAI, with the combined entity valued at $1.25 trillion, according to an internal memo. In U.S. politics, Senator Elizabeth Warren called for a congressional hearing into a $187 million deal between the Trump family’s crypto venture WLFI and an Abu Dhabi-backed entity, labeling it "obvious corruption." Former President Trump claimed he was unaware of the deal, stating his sons handled it. Hong Kong’s monetary authority received 36 applications for stablecoin licenses and aims to issue the first batch by March. Despite earlier speculation, JD.com has not withdrawn its application. Other developments include the revelation from newly unsealed Epstein documents that the financier invested in Bitcoin infrastructure firm Blockstream and had ties to figures like MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor. Additionally, Cboe plans to relaunch binary options, Hyperliquid is testing a new outcome-trading feature, and Jupiter received a $35 million strategic investment from ParaFi Capital.

marsbit02/03 01:17

Crypto Morning Brief: Binance SAFU Fund Purchases $100 Million in Bitcoin, SpaceX Confirms Merger with xAI

marsbit02/03 01:17

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