Bitcoin rebounds, regulators weigh stablecoin rules, and AI expands across finance, healthcare and defence amid growing scrutiny.
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In Web3, Bitcoin rebounded above US$70,000 after fresh inflation data revived risk appetite, even as lawmakers examined foreign investment ties and stablecoin regulation edged closer to a decision point. New ETF filings, in-app trading ambitions from X and calls to rethink prediction markets signal that infrastructure and product development continue despite regulatory headwinds. At the same time, security concerns resurfaced following a confirmed data breach at a blockchain lender.
AI developments were equally consequential. The UK advertising sector is shrinking as automation accelerates, while new AI systems are being deployed to improve NHS planning and financial recruitment processes. Yet the technology’s rapid integration is drawing legal and ethical scrutiny, from pollution allegations tied to data centres to reports of AI use in military operations.
Meanwhile, capital continues to pour into the sector. Anthropic’s latest funding round has pushed its valuation to US$380 billion, Alibaba has advanced open-source robotics, and Singapore is moving AI from pilot programmes into production at scale. Innovation is accelerating, but so too are the questions around oversight, labour and long-term impact.
Get up to speed with the latest in Web3 and AI with this week’s Pasar Pulse.
Crypto and Web3
White House Advisor Backs Stablecoin Yield Rule
White House adviser Patrick Witt stated that stablecoin yields do not threaten traditional banks. The issue is a hurdle for the CLARITY Act, and officials warn that the midterm elections could derail the bill if it’s not signed soon.
Vitalik Buterin Urges Prediction Markets to Focus on Hedging
Buterin has encouraged prediction markets to shift away from short-term speculation and towards tools that support consumer price stability. He proposed using AI to create personalised baskets to hedge against inflation.
Blockchain Lender Confirms Data Breach
Blockchain lender Figure confirmed it experienced a data breach recently. The group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for leaking customer names and addresses, and the company is offering free credit monitoring to impacted users.
Santiment: Buy Signal For Memecoin Market
The memecoin market cap fell 34% over the last month, but Santiment suggests that there could be a classic capitulation signal. While most tokens saw losses, Pippin surged by over 243% in value.
Truth Social Funds Files for New ETFs
Truth Social Funds applied for two new ETFs focusing on CRO, BTC, and ETHin partnership with Crypto.com. One fund offers a 60-40 split of the top two assets with staking rewards and aims to provide institutional exposure.
Bitcoin Reclaims US$70,000 After Inflation Data
Bitcoin climbed above US$70,000 after the inflation data renewed market risk appetite. Rebounding from a slide towards US$60,000, the move lifted BTC’s market capitalisation back above US$1.4 trillion.
Senators Call for Probe Into UAE Investment
US Senators have asked the Treasury Department to investigate a US$500 million UAE-backed stake in World Liberty Financial. The transaction would make the foreign fund the company’s largest shareholder.
X to Introduce In-App Crypto and Stock Trading
Elon Musk plans to enable users to trade shares and cryptocurrencies directly within the X app. The new “Smart Cashtags” feature forms part of Musk’s ambition to build an “everything app”.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
UK Advertising Faces Largest Staff Exodus
UK ad agencies saw a 14% staff decline in 2025 as AI tools began replacing human roles. Younger workers were hit hardest, with a 19.2% drop in those under 25. Many agencies are also cutting graduate recruitment as part of the move.
AI Model Aims to Improve NHS Efficiency
Hertfordshire University researchers developed an AI model to help the NHS manage staffing and resources. By analysing historical data and regional demographics, the tool is able to predict healthcare demand.
NAACP Sues xAI Over Pollution at Mississippi Facility
The NAACP filed a notice of intent to sue xAI for violating the Clean Air Act at its Southaven datacenter. The facility uses 27 illegal generators that emit hazardous chemicals like formaldehyde, posing a risk to nearby communities.
US Military Used Claude in Venezuela Raid
A report revealed that the US military used Anthropic’s AI model, Claude, during a raid in Venezuela. While Anthropic prohibits using its tools for violence, the model was reportedly deployed via a Palantir partnership.
Anthropic Valuation Reaches US$380 Billion
Anthropic has raised US$30 billion in fresh funding, doubling its valuation to US$380 billion. Annualised revenue has reached US$14 billion, driven largely by adoption of Claude Code. The company aims to reach break-even by 2028.
Alibaba Launches RynnBrain Robotics Model
Alibaba has unveiled RynnBrain, an open-source vision-language-action model designed for robotics. The system enables robots to interpret visual input, reason and act autonomously in real-world environments.
Singapore Advances AI Deployment in Finance
Singapore is emerging as a leader in moving AI from pilot projects into core production systems. Around 73% of local institutions report improvements in AI-driven payments infrastructure, roughly double the global average.
AWS Outlines AI Recruitment Architecture
Amazon Web Services has presented an AI architecture built on Amazon Bedrock to streamline talent acquisition. AI agents will assist with drafting job descriptions and interview preparations, while maintaining human oversight.
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