Plasma has successfully raised $24 million across its Seed and Series A funding rounds, with investments led by Framework and Bitfinex/USD₮0. The funding round also saw participation from industry leaders in stablecoins and payments, including DRW/Cumberland, Bybit, Flow Traders, 6th Man Ventures, IMC, Nomura, and Karatage. Additionally, renowned investors and advisors such as Paolo Ardoino, Peter Thiel, Cobie, and Zaheer Ebtikar contributed to the round.
The Trillion-Dollar Stablecoin Opportunity:
Stablecoins have become one of the most impactful innovations in the cryptocurrency space, redefining global money transfers by enabling near-instant, low-cost, and permissionless transactions. With access to major fiat currencies like the US dollar, stablecoins have positioned themselves as a cornerstone of the financial system.
Recent months have seen an unprecedented surge in interest surrounding stablecoins, both from traditional financial institutions and policymakers. Notable developments include Stripe’s $1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge, an executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump promoting dollar-backed stablecoins, a new stablecoin bill introduced by U.S. Senator Hagerty, and Crypto Czar David Sacks’ endorsement of stablecoins as a driver of U.S. dollar dominance, with the potential to generate trillions of dollars in demand for U.S. treasuries.
Despite this momentum, stablecoin adoption faces significant barriers due to the limitations of legacy blockchains. Most existing blockchain networks were not designed to accommodate stablecoins at scale, resulting in challenges such as high transaction fees, centralization concerns, frequent transaction failures, and a lack of features tailored specifically for stablecoin transfers. With over $220 billion in stablecoin supply and trillions of dollars transferred monthly, the need for a blockchain optimized for stablecoins has never been more critical. Plasma aims to solve these issues by providing an infrastructure built from first principles to support stablecoin adoption at scale.
Plasma – The Ultimate Blockchain for Stablecoins:
Founded by Paul Faecks and Christian Angermayer, Plasma is a blockchain purpose-built to drive global stablecoin adoption and unlock trillions of dollars on-chain. Designed to meet the unique needs of stablecoins, Plasma offers a scalable, efficient, and secure foundation for the future of money movement.
As a Bitcoin sidechain, Plasma integrates a trust-minimized BTC bridge and anchors state roots to Bitcoin, ensuring high security. The platform also incorporates a custom consensus mechanism and a fully EVM-compatible execution layer, enabling the speed, scalability, and specialized functionalities necessary for stablecoin transactions.
Plasma is strategically positioned to capitalize on the trillion-dollar stablecoin market, beginning with USD₮, the world’s largest stablecoin, which holds nearly a 70% market share. Backed by Bitfinex and USD₮0, Plasma enables zero-fee USD₮ transfers, making it the most efficient and scalable blockchain for stablecoin payments available today.
“With strong growth in both supply and users, we are entering a new phase of mainstream adoption for stablecoins. To meet this challenge, it’s more important than ever to have secure, decentralized, and scalable infrastructure in place. Plasma is designed to provide these essential rails by leveraging Bitcoin as its security layer.” — Paolo Ardoino, CTO at Bitfinex.
Looking Ahead:
The $24 million funding round represents more than just a financial milestone; it serves as a strong endorsement of a stablecoin-powered future. Plasma is accelerating the development of its testnet and mainnet while expanding its ecosystem to support payments, remittances, decentralized finance (DeFi), and personal financial solutions. With a commitment to unlocking the full potential of stablecoins, Plasma is poised to become the leading blockchain infrastructure for the next generation of digital payments.
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Teneo Protocol, a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) dedicated to democratizing access to social media data, has raised $3 million in seed funding. The round was led by venture capital firms RockawayX and Borderless, with further support from Generative Ventures and other investors. The funding will enable Teneo to achieve its mission of revolutionizing the data economy by enabling users to unlock and monetize public social media data. With a very fast-growing international network, already having several million members, the company is on the verge of speeding up its influence.
Social media platforms create enormous amounts of data, which are of incredible value to businesses and scientists. Yet, buying and using this data for the development of AI is becoming more and more difficult. Several platforms, including Reddit, once a critical resource for AI training, now collect fees from companies, according to the Wall Street Journal. Such limited data environments, sometimes described as “walled gardens,” are hindrances to AI innovation and restrain its revolutionary capabilities across sectors.
By leveraging peaq, a layer-1 blockchain designed for the Machine Economy, it is opening up social media data access for both Web3 and Web2 developers through community participation. With the Teneo Community Node, a Web3 browser extension, users are able to add to a decentralized data network through the gathering of public posts on sites like X (previously Twitter) and Reddit.
As a reward, users receive Teneo Points, which will subsequently be exchangeable for Teneo Tokens when the network’s native token is launched. This decentralized data-sharing paradigm opens up new possibilities for AI innovation, finance, marketing, and other sectors that depend on real-time social intelligence.
“This seed funding marks a major milestone for Teneo and highlights the strength of our mission-to return data ownership to the people,” said Leroy Hofer, CEO & Co-Founder of Teneo Protocol.
“With the backing of our incredible investors, we are committed to enhancing the Teneo Community Node, making it easier for users to unlock public social media data and receive rewards for their contributions. This is just the beginning, and I’m excited to see what we will build together.”
The Teneo Community Node initiative has already picked up incredible momentum, with over 3.9 million users in 191 countries installing the extension. More than 1.1 million users have also linked their digital wallets to the platform, which highlights the immense level of interest and engagement in its decentralized data economy.
Expressing enthusiasm for the investment, Marek Sandrik, Partner at RockawayX, stated:
“We are thrilled to support Teneo in their vision to give people control over their data. By mobilizing an existing social media user base into a decentralized network, Teneo significantly reduces the costs of accessing social media data, enabling previously unattainable applications in AI, finance, and marketing. We’re eager to see what groundbreaking innovations emerge from this ecosystem.”
Álvaro Gracia, DePIN Partner at Borderless, highlighted the firm’s strategic appeal, stating:
“Our investment in Teneo demonstrates our belief in the intersection of DePIN, the data economy, and scalable decentralized solutions. It has the potential to be a leader in the future of data-driven innovation.”
Lex Sokolin, Partner at Generative Ventures, highlighted the broader impact of Teneo’s mission:
“DePIN represents the next foundational growth sector in Web3. Its approach to unlocking the value of social media data at an unprecedented scale aligns perfectly with the rise of AI and community-driven financial models. We are excited to support the Teneo team and its growing user base as they explore these emerging economic opportunities.”
About Teneo Protocol:
Teneo Protocol is dedicated to decentralizing data ownership and ensuring individuals are rewarded for the value they contribute. Through its Nodes, the company empowers users to unlock public social media data while maintaining privacy and security. With a global user base exceeding 3.9 million and handling over 15 million daily data transfers, Teneo is reshaping how data is accessed, shared, and valued in the digital economy.
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In Brief
Ozean has introduced Port, an on-chain vault infrastructure aimed at enhancing liquidity, accessibility, and diversification for yield-bearing RWAs.
Decentralized finance (DeFi) credit protocol specializing in Real-World Asset (RWA) lending, Clearpool announced that its first RWA yield blockchain, Ozean, has introduced Port, an on-chain vault infrastructure designed to improve liquidity, accessibility, and diversification for yield-bearing RWAs.
Many current RWA vaults and products rely on centralized decision-making processes, limited transparency, and concentrated risk, which can make it challenging for investors to manage their exposure effectively.
Port is the first RWA Exchange-Traded Pool (ETP) created to address these issues by combining illiquid RWAs with liquid, yield-generating assets such as U.S. Treasury bills. ETPs function similarly to Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) but are designed for the DeFi space. This ETF-like structure aims to offer increased liquidity and a diversified portfolio of income-generating assets for investors.
🚢 Introducing Port: The First RWA Exchange-Traded Pool by Ozean 🌊
Liquidity. Accessibility. Diversification.
Port is the first on-chain vault infrastructure designed to solve the biggest challenges in RWAs.
By pooling illiquid RWAs with liquid, yield-bearing assets like U.S.… pic.twitter.com/XKYOJjSB19
— Clearpool (launching Ozean🌊) (@ClearpoolFin) February 13, 2025
A standout feature of Port is its governance-driven asset selection process. Unlike conventional financial products that typically rely on centralized management, Port uses decentralized governance, allowing CPOOL token holders to vote on asset composition and weighting. This structure ensures the investment strategy reflects the collective preferences of the community while upholding transparency and decentralization.
Port offers users access to a diverse range of RWAs, each with different liquidity profiles, that are sourced and distributed by approved issuers. This approach reduces counterparty risk and enhances liquidity at the portfolio level, while still maintaining relatively high returns.
Additionally, Port has partnered with Hex Trust, a fully licensed custodian that manages over $5 billion in assets. This collaboration ensures that the assets are handled with institutional-grade security, boosting credibility and trust among participants. Furthermore, third-party risk assessments are conducted in real-time by Synnax and the Credora Network, providing ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the yield-bearing assets and reinforcing the integrity of the vault.
Port: Addressing The Key Challenges Of On-Chain RWAs
Port introduces a strategy that includes a partial allocation to cash and treasury bills, allowing for quicker redemptions and ensuring that investors can access liquidity as needed. This feature also facilitates permissionless access to RWAs, enabling both retail and institutional investors to participate. This approach aligns with the DeFi principles of creating open and inclusive financial markets.
Additionally, Port addresses the risk typically faced by investors seeking exposure to RWAs, as many available products focus on a single asset class or sector. By offering access to a diversified mix of assets—including private credit, bonds, real estate, and tokenized yield strategies—Port helps to spread risk across various sectors. The platform further enhances its security by integrating risk assessment services from trusted third-party partners, ensuring continuous monitoring and transparent reporting of asset performance.
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Alisa, a dedicated journalist at the MPost, specializes in cryptocurrency, zero-knowledge proofs, investments, and the expansive realm of Web3. With a keen eye for emerging trends and technologies, she delivers comprehensive coverage to inform and engage readers in the ever-evolving landscape of digital finance.
Cryptocurrency mining is one of the most common methods of producing a cryptocurrency. In many blockchains that use the Proof-of-Work (PoW) consensus mechanism, such as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), miners who verify transactions and secure the network are rewarded with the cryptocurrency of the respective blockchain.
These rewards are called “block rewards.” Cryptocurrencies that are given as a block reward and produced by crypto mining are mineable cryptocurrencies. However, there are also cryptocurrencies that cannot be mined, meaning they are not produced by cryptocurrency mining.
Cryptocurrencies That Cannot Be Mined
Non-mineable cryptocurrencies, as the name suggests, refer to cryptocurrencies that are not produced through mining. Cryptocurrency mining involves miners verifying transactions using computational power to obtain new block rewards, thereby putting new coins into circulation.
The majority of non-mineable cryptocurrencies are usually already in circulation or will be offered by the company. Users can obtain them by purchasing these cryptocurrencies that are already available. Non-mineable cryptocurrencies that are offered for the first time can be purchased through an Initial Coin Offering (ICO).
Types of Cryptocurrencies That Cannot Be Mined
There are basically two types of non-mineable cryptocurrencies:
Cryptocurrencies that have reached their maximum supply
Cryptocurrencies that have not yet reached their maximum supply
Unmineable cryptocurrencies that have reached their maximum supply enter the market fully issued. All of these cryptocurrencies are typically offered for sale through an ICO. Users can buy these cryptocurrencies through an ICO or later on cryptocurrency exchanges.
Cryptocurrencies that have not reached their maximum supply and cannot be mined are not fully issued from the beginning. These are usually cryptocurrencies that use the Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. In this mechanism, transactions are verified by validator nodes and added to the blockchain. To become a validator on the network, it is necessary to stake the cryptocurrency of the respective blockchain. Cryptocurrencies that have not yet been issued are given to validators as block rewards in exchange for staking.
What Are the Cryptocurrencies That Cannot Be Mined?
There are many non-mineable cryptocurrencies in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry. Some of the most well-known include:
Ripple (XRP)
Solana (SOL)
Terra (LUNA)
Cardano (ADA)
Polkadot (DOT)
Avalanche (AVAX)
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The first month of 2025 has been very active for both the technology world and the cryptocurrency market. While OpenAI has long been the company most associated with artificial intelligence, it now faces serious competition from a Chinese firm: DeepSeek.
The AI industry has grown at a phenomenal pace over the past few years, driven by large language models (LLMs) and chatbots based on them. In particular, the ChatGPT chatbot released by OpenAI has revolutionized the field and reached hundreds of millions of users. Some studies indicate that ChatGPT processes more than 1 billion queries every day.
The OpenAI o1, which was demonstrated in September and fully released in December, stands out as the most powerful LLM to date. Although it operates slower than its predecessors, OpenAI o1 can solve much more complex problems and even exhibits the ability to “reason.” However, it now has a key competitor: the DeepSeek R1 model from the Chinese artificial intelligence company DeepSeek, which offers similar capabilities at much lower costs.
Thanks to its efficiency, DeepSeek-R1 has already established itself among the top AI projects. In this article, we will explore questions such as: What is DeepSeek? Is DeepSeek-R1 more powerful than ChatGPT and OpenAI o1? And is DeepSeek safe?
What is DeepSeek?
DeepSeek is a China-based artificial intelligence company founded in 2023 by Liang Wenfeng. Wenfeng previously headed the AI-powered hedge fund High-Flyer. He then founded DeepSeek to develop open-source and accessible general-purpose artificial intelligence (AGI) applications. He took with him many scientists, engineers, and financiers who were experienced in this field.
Unlike most AI companies in China, DeepSeek operates independently of tech giants such as Baidu and Alibaba. The interesting thing is that, although it does not have the support of technology giants, it is even challenging the U.S. company OpenAI, let alone competing at the top of China’s artificial intelligence industry! DeepSeek’s newest LLM, the R1, works more efficiently than OpenAI’s o1, according to many third-party chip tests. While DeepSeek-R1 requires a much lower GPU to train than OpenAI o1, this increased efficiency also reduces the cost for the end user. Not just reducing it—but eliminating it entirely! DeepSeek-R1 is available for free, at least for now. That’s why it has the potential to become the biggest competitor to OpenAI and other U.S. AI applications.
What is DeepSeek-R1? It’s worth taking a closer look…
What is DeepSeek-R1?
DeepSeek launched its first LLM chatbot in 2023, shortly after it was founded. In May 2024, DeepSeek-V2 was released, and the company suddenly became the center of China’s artificial intelligence industry because it was much lower in cost than other companies’ LLMs. This sparked a price-cutting war among Chinese companies. Other tech companies such as ByteDance, Tencent, Baidu, and Alibaba began lowering the prices of their own AI models to compete with DeepSeek. DeepSeek, on the other hand, has managed to remain profitable despite its low price.
Six months later, in December 2024, DeepSeek-V3 was released. This model cost about $6 million to train. However, tests showed that it performed head-to-head with GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 Sonnet, which were created at much higher costs. DeepSeek-V3 even outperformed Llama 3.1 and Qwen 2.5.
However, the real sensation was DeepSeek-R1, which was released on January 20, 2025. DeepSeek-R1 was introduced as a competitor to OpenAI’s latest model, o1. What distinguished the o1 model from other LLMs was that it was trained with the reinforcement learning (RL) technique and had reasoning skills. A reasoning LLM can follow a train of thought before responding to the user, making logical inferences and arriving at very accurate conclusions.
DeepSeek-R1 stands out as an artificial intelligence model that is trained with the RL technique and can reason, just like o1. Users can access R1 for free after creating a DeepSeek account. R1 also shares in detail the reasoning process, allowing users to understand how it arrives at an answer before responding to their input.
DeepSeek-R1 vs. OpenAI o1
DeepSeek-R1 has made a huge impact in the world of technology and finance. So much so that the U.S. stock market opened today (January 27, 2025) with a sharp decline in the share values of technology giants, especially Nvidia shares. The success of DeepSeek in terms of price/performance and the fact that it can offer a service similar to OpenAI’s—which normally comes at a very high fee—for free has been interpreted as the transfer of competition between China and the U.S. into the artificial intelligence field.
Moreover, it suggests that DeepSeek-R1 has outperformed o1 in prestigious tests such as the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) and MATH. The performance of the two models in successfully solving complex problems can yield different results across different tests. However, it appears that both models perform close to each other. A study that analyzes leading tests with the support of artificial intelligence, the results of which you can see below, clearly reveals this.
Again, this study shows that DeepSeek-R1 and its variants promise much lower costs than o1 and its variants, even if their performance is equal. This provides a significant advantage for DeepSeek in terms of sustainability and efficiency. For the end user, DeepSeek makes a difference as a free alternative.
Benchmark Tests
Since its release, DeepSeek-R1 has been benchmarked against o1 in different disciplines. Let’s take a closer look at the results of these tests.
In math tasks, DeepSeek-R1 performs strongly. In the AIME 2024 test, which evaluates advanced multi-step mathematical reasoning, DeepSeek-R1 scored 79.8%, narrowly outpacing OpenAI o1-1217, which scored 79.2%. On the MATH-500, which tests LLMs with high school-level math problems, DeepSeek-R1 achieves an impressive score of 97.3%, while OpenAI o1-1217 remains at 96.4%.
There is also fierce competition between the two leading LLMs in coding tasks. In the Codeforces test, OpenAI o1-1217 comes out on top with 96.6%, while DeepSeek-R1 takes second place with only a small margin, scoring 96.3%. In the SWE-bench Verified test, which evaluates reasoning skills in software engineering tasks, DeepSeek-R1, which received 49.2%, outperforms OpenAI o1-1217, which received 48.9%.
When it comes to general knowledge, the two models are closely matched, but OpenAI holds the leadership position. GPQA Diamond, which measures the ability to answer general knowledge questions through factual reasoning, gives DeepSeek-R1 a score of 71.5%. OpenAI o1-1217, on the other hand, is the clear winner of this test with a score of 75.7%. In the MMLU, which measures multidisciplinary skills, OpenAI o1-1217 scores 91.8%, surpassing DeepSeek-R1, which scores 90.8%.
Is DeepSeek Safe?
DeepSeek quickly climbed to the top among AI companies and became OpenAI’s most important competitor. However, users and tech security experts have different opinions on DeepSeek’s data privacy and security policies. The answer to the question of whether DeepSeek is safe is actually directly related to the users’ approach to data security. Today, when subscribing to many AI tools, we allow them to use our inputs and data. Therefore, users who are concerned about their personal data should review DeepSeek’s privacy policy.
In this privacy policy, which you can access by clicking here, DeepSeek states:“When you use our Services, we automatically collect certain information from you, including your IP address, unique device identifiers, and internet or other network activity information, such as cookies.”
It also collects user information entered when creating an account, such as date of birth, email address, username, and chatbot inputs.
If you don’t mind sharing such data, you can consider DeepSeek a safe AI tool.
What is Artificial Intelligence?
Artificial intelligence is a concept that refers to machines and software trained to mimic human intelligence. Any machine that exhibits characteristics associated with the human mind, such as learning, reasoning, and problem-solving, can be considered to have artificial intelligence.
There are also many artificial intelligence projects in the cryptocurrency market. AI projects that take advantage of blockchain technology, such as decentralization, security, and transparency, often issue and sell their own tokens to raise funding. These tokens, known as “AI coins,” which you can buy and sell on Bitlo, offer several benefits to their investors and make them part of an AI ecosystem.
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It’s a match made in heaven — GeForce NOW and Warner Bros. Games are collaborating to bring the beloved Batman: Arkham series to the cloud as part of GeForce NOW’s fifth-anniversary celebration. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, gamers can fall in love all over again with Gotham City’s Dark Knight, streaming his epic adventures from anywhere, on nearly any device.
The sweet treats don’t end there. GeForce NOW also brings the launch of the highly anticipated Sid Meier’s Civilization VII.
It’s all part of the lovable lineup of seven games joining the cloud this week.
A Match Made in Gotham City
GeForce NOW is welcoming Warner Bros. Games to the cloud with the Batman: Arkham series, including Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition, Batman: Arkham City Game of the Year Edition and Batman: Arkham Knight Premium. Don the cape and cowl of the world’s greatest detective, bringing justice to the streets of Gotham City with bone-crushing combat and ingenious gadgets.
Villains check in, but they don’t check out.
Experience the dark and gritty world of Gotham City’s infamous asylum in the critically acclaimed action-adventure game Batman: Arkham Asylum. The Game of the Year (GOTY) Edition enhances the original title with additional challenge maps, allowing players to test their skills as the Dark Knight. Unravel the Joker’s sinister plot, face off against iconic villains and harness Batman’s gadgets and detective abilities in this groundbreaking title.
Every street is a crime scene.
Members can expand their crimefighting horizons in the open-world sequel, Batman: Arkham City. The GOTY Edition includes the full game, plus all downloadable content, featuring Catwoman, Nightwing and Robin as playable characters. Explore the sprawling super-prison of Arkham City, confront a rogues’ gallery of villains and uncover the mysteries behind Hugo Strange’s Protocol 10. With enhanced gameplay and an even larger arsenal of gadgets, Batman: Arkham City elevates the Batman experience to new heights.
Just another Tuesday in the neighborhood.
Conclude the Batman: Arkham trilogy in style with Batman: Arkham Knight. The Premium Edition includes the base game and season pass, offering new story missions, additional DC Super-Villains, legendary Batmobiles, advanced challenge maps and alternative character skins. Take control of a fully realized Gotham City, master the iconic Batmobile and face off against the Scarecrow and the mysterious Arkham Knight in this epic finale. With stunning visuals and refined gameplay, Batman: Arkham Knight delivers the ultimate Batman experience.
It’s the ideal time for members to be swept off their feet by the Caped Crusader. Stream the Batman: Arkham series with a GeForce NOW Ultimate membership and experience these iconic titles in stunning 4K resolution at up to 120 frames per second. Feel the heartbeat of Gotham City, the rush of grappling between skyscrapers and the thrill of outsmarting Gotham’s most notorious villains — all from the cloud.
Build an Empire in the Cloud
GeForce NOW’s fifth-anniversary celebration continues this week with the gift of Sid Meier’s Civilization VII in the cloud at launch.
Grow your civilization with the power of the cloud.
2K Games’ highly anticipated sequel comes to the cloud with innovative gameplay mechanics. This latest installment introduces a dynamic three-Age structure — Antiquity, Exploration and Modern — allowing players to evolve their civilizations throughout history and transition between civilizations with the flexibility to shape empires’ destinies.
Explore unknown lands, expand territories, engage in diplomacy or battle with rival nations. Sid Meier’s Civilization VII introduces a crisis-event system at the end of each era, bringing challenges for players to navigate.
With its refined gameplay and bold new features, the title offers both longtime fans and newcomers a fresh and engaging take on the classic formula that has defined the series for decades.
Prepare for New Games
Steel and sorcery, meet cloud and FPS.
Legacy: Steel & Sorcery is an action-packed player vs. player vs. environment extraction role-playing game (RPG) set in the fantasy world of Mithrigarde by Notorious Studios, former World of Warcraft developers. Choose from distinctive classes like Warrior, Hunter, Rogue and Priest, each with unique abilities and environmental interactions. The game features a dynamic combat system emphasizing skill-based PvP, a full-loot system and RPG progression elements. Explore expansive outdoor zones solo or team up with friends to search for treasures, complete quests and battle both AI-controlled foes and rival players for an immersive fantasy RPG experience with a fresh twist on the extraction genre.
Look for the following games available to stream in the cloud this week:
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Grantchester fans were left feeling red-faced last night (Wednesday, February 12) after hunky vicar Alphy Kotteram engaged in a raunchy sex scene.
Alphy, played by Rishi Nair, has proven to be a hit with viewers since making his debut on this series.
Alphy had a sex scene last night (Credit: ITV)
Alphy’s raunchy sex scene on Grantchester
Last night’s edition of Grantchester saw Reverend Alphy get hot and heavy with a woman he met at the pub.
In scenes shown on the hit ITV show, Alphy was seen meeting a woman called Petra at the local pub.
The conversation between them was minimal before they shared an intimate kiss.
Things escalated when Alphy and Petra were then shown sharing a passionate moment in her university quarters.
However, the scene which left many flustered, left some with slightly confused.
Alphy met Petra during the episode (Credit: ITV)
Grantchester fans confused by Alphy’s sex scene
Some fans were under the impression that Alphy would have remained celibate due to his position as a vicar.
“A vicar having sex before marriage? And in the 50s,” one shocked viewer tweeted.
“Wasn’t expecting a sex scene from THE VICAR of all people! is this typical? aren’t vicars supposed to abstain…,” another viewer wrote.
Of all people!
“I thought he was meant to be a vicar, lol,” a third remarked.
“I thought vicars were supposed to abstain,” another said.
As they are Anglican in Grantchester and therefore supposed to abstain, it remains to be seen whether there’ll be any repercussions for Alphy…
Rishi is the newest cast member (Credit: ITV)
New boy Rishi proves to be a hit
Grantchester’s newest cast member has proven to be something of a hit with fans since making his debut earlier this series.
Many were left swooning over the handsome vicar.
“Grantchester certainly gets some tasty vicar,” one fan tweeted earlier in the series.
“Loving Alphy – he’s also a dish,” another said.
“Well the new vicar gets my approval,” another added.
Speaking about his role, actor Rishi said: “He is anti-police. He has this perception about the institution, growing up as a brown man in the 1940s and 1950s in Britain his experience with the police would have been very different to the previous vicars and so he has this perception about them and he has this personality trait that anyone that abuses their power, or anyone in position of power, he always stands up to that morally.”
Read more: New Grantchester vicar Rishi Nair’s fiancée revealed: ‘Sadly girls he’s taken and his partner is just as gorgeous’
Grantchester continues on Wednesday, February 19 at 9pm on ITV1 and ITVX.
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The crypto market is full of opportunities, but let’s be honest—finding the right presale to invest in is like searching for a needle in a haystack. Every year, new projects emerge promising sky-high returns, yet only a few truly deliver. What if you could turn just $100 into $10,000 by picking the right one? The secret lies in spotting high-potential projects before the masses. In this article, we’ll break down some of the top crypto presales to buy in 2025, including a hidden gem that’s making waves: Dawgz AI ($DAGZ).
Top Crypto Presales to Buy – The Best Picks for 2025
Crypto presales are the gateway to some of the biggest gains in the market. Buying tokens before they hit major exchanges means getting in at rock-bottom prices, often leading to explosive growth once the hype kicks in. However, not all presales are created equal—some soar, while others crash and burn.
In 2025, meme coins and AI-driven projects are at the forefront of investor interest. While names like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu paved the way, newer projects like Dawgz AI ($DAGZ) are taking things to another level by combining AI innovation with the meme culture. This blend of technology and virality is exactly what has fueled 100x gains in the past, and it’s why savvy investors are keeping an eye on these upcoming launches.
Why Presales Are the Best Chance for 100X Gains
If you missed out on Dogecoin at $0.0002 or Shiba Inu before it skyrocketed, you know the pain of watching early investors make millions. The good news? The crypto market always offers fresh opportunities. Presales give you a ground-floor entry before public demand inflates prices.
The biggest advantage of presales is the ability to buy at a discounted rate. By the time a project reaches a major exchange like Binance or Coinbase, the price often jumps 5x to 10x instantly. The key is identifying legit projects early—those with strong use cases, engaged communities, and innovative approaches, like what Dawgz AI is bringing to the table.
How to Identify a Presale with Huge Growth Potential
With thousands of new tokens launching every year, how do you separate the winners from the scams? There are a few key factors to consider when evaluating a presale:
Team & Transparency – Are the developers known, and do they have a proven track record?
Use Case & Utility – Does the project offer something unique, or is it just another copy-paste token?
Community & Hype – Is there organic buzz on social media, or is it just artificial marketing?
Tokenomics – Are the token supply and allocation designed for sustainable growth?
A good example of a project ticking all these boxes is Dawgz AI ($DAGZ). With a strong community backing and a fresh take on AI-powered meme coins, it stands out in the crowded presale market.
Dawgz AI ($DAGZ) – A Low-Cap Gem with 100X Potential?
What makes Dawgz AI unique? Unlike traditional meme coins, $DAGZ incorporates artificial intelligence to bring innovation to the space. It’s not just about hype—it’s about using AI-driven features to enhance engagement, analytics, and community interaction.
Moreover, Dawgz AI has an incredibly low market cap, making it an attractive bet for those seeking high-risk, high-reward opportunities. Early adopters who get in before the project gains mainstream attention could see significant returns as demand grows. The combination of meme culture virality and real utility makes this presale one to watch.
How to Turn $100 into $10,000 with the Right Crypto Presales
Success in crypto investing isn’t about luck—it’s about strategy. The key is to build a diversified portfolio of high-potential presales and hold onto those with strong fundamentals.
One proven approach is the 100x mindset: Instead of going all-in on one token, spread your investments across a few promising presales. For example, putting $100 into 3-5 solid projects increases your chances of hitting a major winner, like many did with Shiba Inu and Floki.
The Power of Early-Stage Investing
Imagine being one of the first to invest in Ethereum, Solana, or Dogecoin before they took off. The earliest investors in these projects saw life-changing returns simply by getting in before the masses.
This is where crypto presales come in. The lower the market cap, the higher the potential for explosive growth. Dawgz AI ($DAGZ) is currently at a stage where early adopters can still get in before it takes off. This is exactly the type of opportunity that smart money looks for.
How to Spot a 1000X Opportunity Before It Goes Mainstream
A 1000x opportunity doesn’t appear every day, but when it does, it follows clear patterns that savvy investors can recognize early. Here’s what to look for:
1. Massive Community Hype on Twitter, Telegram, and Reddit
Crypto projects that achieve exponential growth often ignite viral discussions across social media. When a presale gains traction, you’ll see:
Thousands of engaged users discussing it daily. Memes, trends, and influencers amplifying the message. Early investors passionately defending and promoting the project.
2. Backing from Influential Figures in the Crypto Space
When big names in crypto—whether influential traders, analysts, or even major investors—start talking about a project, it’s often a strong indicator of future momentum. These figures can:
Bring credibility and trust to the project. Spark FOMO (fear of missing out) among retail investors. Attract larger capital inflows, fueling price surges.
3. Scarcity in Supply, Creating Demand Pressure
Crypto tokens that achieve 100x–1000x gains often have built-in scarcity. Whether through a low token supply, strategic vesting schedules, or burning mechanisms, demand quickly outweighs supply, driving prices upward.
A limited number of tokens available at launch creates urgency. Gradual release strategies prevent oversupply and price dumps. High demand with controlled supply leads to natural price appreciation.
4. Strong Development Team with a Clear Roadmap
No matter how much hype a project generates, a weak team leads to failure. The best presales have:
A transparent, experienced team with a track record of success. A clear roadmap with achievable milestones. Consistent development updates that prove they’re delivering on their promises.
Dawgz AI stands out by combining AI-driven technology with meme coin appeal, giving it both fundamental strength and viral potential.
While Dawgz AI is still early-stage, it checks all the boxes of a project poised for massive growth. If history repeats itself, this could be one of the best crypto presales to buy in 2025.
Avoiding Common Crypto Presale Mistakes
While presales offer incredible profit potential, they’re also risky if you don’t do your homework. Many new investors fall into traps that can be avoided with the right approach.
Some common mistakes include investing blindly based on hype, ignoring tokenomics, and failing to diversify. Always research the project, understand the risks, and never put in more than you can afford to lose.
How to Spot and Avoid Presale Scams
Unfortunately, not all presales are legitimate. Here’s how to spot a scam:
Anonymous developers with no track record
No clear use case or roadmap
Fake social media hype and bots inflating numbers
Lack of liquidity or locked tokens
Always stick to projects with transparency and real utility, like Dawgz AI, which has an active team and engaged community.
When to Hold vs. When to Sell for Maximum Profit
Timing is everything in crypto. Some presales skyrocket immediately, while others take months to gain traction. The key is knowing when to hold and when to take profits.
A good rule of thumb is the 50/50 strategy—sell half when you hit a 5x-10x return and let the rest ride for potential long-term gains. This way, you secure profits while still having exposure to bigger upside moves.
Will 2025 Be the Year of Your Biggest Crypto Gains?
Crypto presales offer some of the biggest opportunities in the market. With the right research, strategic investments, and a bit of patience, you can turn a small amount into life-changing wealth.
Among the many presales launching in 2025, Dawgz AI ($DAGZ) stands out as one of the most promising. With its innovative AI-driven approach and meme coin potential, it’s a project worth considering for any investor looking for high-risk, high-reward opportunities. Will $DAGZ be the next 100x gem? Only time will tell—but those who get in early have the best shot at massive gains.
Nobel Prize-winning economist Eugene Fama, known as the father of modern finance, made a bombshell statement about Bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies.
According to Fama, Bitcoin will eventually become completely worthless—transforming what is currently one of the largest crypto assets (often associated with values around 100 thousand dollars) into garbage.
Speaking on a podcast, Fama argued that Bitcoin and altcoins lack intrinsic value. He pointed out that this view contradicts traditional monetary theory, suggesting that if cryptocurrencies are to retain their value, monetary theory itself will need to be rewritten. This, he believes, is precisely why BTC is destined to become worthless.
So when will Bitcoin (BTC) be trashed? According to Fama, this could happen within the next 10 years—although he acknowledges that this is just a possibility.
His comments come at a time when the cryptocurrency market is experiencing one of its biggest declines in history, adding significant weight to his prediction. Only time will tell whether Eugene Fama or his critics will ultimately be proven right.
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Cryptocurrencies based on artificial intelligence tools have lost up to 90% of their value since 2024. The recent massive surge in their units has also affected tokens tied to artificial intelligence tools. However, according to reports, these cryptocurrencies have fallen significantly since their highs in 2024.
According to CoinGecko data, artificial intelligence cryptocurrencies have lost up to 90% of their value compared to last year. This monstrous decline resulted from the downward trend across the market that began in January, leading to an incredible drop in market value.
AI Rig Complex (ARC), ElizaOS (AI16Z), and Virtuals (VIRTUAL)—among the most prominent AI platforms—have lost between 75% and 90% of their market value since January. It is worth noting that during this period, the overall crypto market declined by about 16%.
Another artificial intelligence cryptocurrency, Fartcoin, was one of the most curious tokens in 2024. However, it has dropped by approximately 65% in the last 30 days, and its market capitalization has fallen to $450 million. Overall, the market capitalization of tokens based on AI tools fell by 40%, from over $10 billion to $6 billion.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin is trading around $97,318 at the time of writing, suggesting that the market is beginning to recover, albeit slowly. However, it remains uncertain whether artificial intelligence cryptocurrencies will ever return to their former levels. At the moment, this seems unlikely, though the long-term outlook may change.
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