Digital artist Beeple has thrust NFTs back into the financial and cultural conversation with a provocative installation at Art Basel Miami. His ‘Regular Animals’ project deploys robot quadrupeds that roam the fair, capturing images and producing physical prints linked to blockchain-based tokens. This fusion of robotics, AI, and crypto collectibles arrives as the NFT market shows signs of renewed, albeit complex, activity, testing the waters for high-concept digital art’s commercial viability.
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As the AI revolution accelerates, creating unprecedented electricity demands for data centers powering models like OpenAI’s Sora 2, investors are looking beyond obvious tech plays to the infrastructure companies fueling the boom. While Wall Street debates whether AI represents a ‘rational bubble’ or risks a dot-com style bust, GE Vernova and Oklo represent two lesser-known energy stocks positioned to benefit from AI’s massive power requirements. These companies, operating behind the curtain of the AI revolution, have delivered staggering returns—350% and 1,400% respectively over two years—by providing the essential energy infrastructure that artificial intelligence cannot function without.
about 2 Hidden AI Power Stocks: GE Vernova & Oklo AnalysisSanders Proposes 32-Hour Week & Robot Tax to Counter AI Job Threat
Senator Bernie Sanders is advocating for transformative labor reforms including a 32-hour work week and corporate robot tax to confront the imminent danger of artificial intelligence eliminating nearly 100 million American jobs. His legislative framework emerges as Senate analysis projects 97 million workers could be displaced within a decade, sparking intense debate about reconciling technological advancement with worker security amid surging automation investments by tech billionaires.
about Sanders Proposes 32-Hour Week & Robot Tax to Counter AI Job ThreatAI Drives 92% of US GDP Growth Amid Bubble Fears
Artificial intelligence accounted for nearly 92% of U.S. GDP growth in early 2025, according to Harvard economist Jason Furman, making the American economy heavily dependent on the sector. Meanwhile, the Bank of England warns of stretched AI valuations reminiscent of the dot-com era, sparking intense debate about whether we’re witnessing a transformative revolution or dangerous bubble as Elon Musk’s xAI raises $20 billion for massive data center expansion.
about AI Drives 92% of US GDP Growth Amid Bubble FearsMetaplanet Stock Drops 20% Despite 116% Bitcoin Revenue Surge
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet is facing a severe disconnect between its strengthening Bitcoin-focused fundamentals and its weakening stock performance. Despite reporting a 116% surge in Bitcoin revenue and accumulating over 30,823 BTC worth $3.7 billion in Q3 2025, the company’s shares have plummeted nearly 20% in the past month, forcing CEO Simon Gerovich to invoke Amazon’s dot-com era precedent to reassure frustrated shareholders.
about Metaplanet Stock Drops 20% Despite 116% Bitcoin Revenue SurgeMetaplanet: Building Bitcoin Financial Infrastructure
Metaplanet president Simon Gerovich argues his company is building the new financial infrastructure, drawing parallels to Amazon’s early days. Despite stock price declines, the company’s Bitcoin-heavy fundamentals show remarkable strength, with Q3 Bitcoin revenue soaring 115.7% quarter-over-quarter and operating profit smashing forecasts by 88%. With over 30,000 BTC valued at approximately $3.7 billion, Metaplanet now ranks as the fourth-largest public Bitcoin holder globally, positioning itself at the forefront of what Gerovich calls “one of the largest opportunities in global markets.”
about Metaplanet: Building Bitcoin Financial InfrastructureBlue Origin Now Accepts Crypto for Space Flights
Blue Origin, the space exploration company founded by Jeff Bezos, is now allowing customers to pay for space flights using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. The payments are processed through Shift4, which also supports stablecoins such as USDT and USDC. Shift4’s Head of Crypto, Alex Wilson, highlighted the growing role of crypto in high-end transactions, citing its $4 trillion market potential. A $150,000 deposit is required for a Blue Origin flight, though total costs remain undisclosed. The company previously auctioned a seat for $28 million to crypto billionaire Justin Sun, who recently completed his trip. Shift4, processing over $260 billion annually, expanded its crypto payment services globally in October. Shares of Shift4 (FOUR) rose slightly but remain down over 20% year-to-date.
about Blue Origin Now Accepts Crypto for Space FlightsBlue Origin Now Accepts Bitcoin, ETH, SOL for Spaceflights
Blue Origin now allows customers to purchase New Shepard spaceflight seats using Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and dollar-pegged stablecoins (USDT, USDC) through a new payment integration with Shift4. The partnership enables instant crypto payments via popular wallets like Coinbase and MetaMask, with transactions settled on-chain before conversion to USD. Shift4 highlights benefits such as access to crypto holders, faster international transactions, and 24/7 USD settlements. Blue Origin’s New Shepard, which has already flown over 75 people, offers suborbital flights with panoramic views of Earth. While pricing details remain undisclosed, the program is live, with TRON founder Justin Sun among past passengers. Bitcoin was trading at $118,491 at the time of the announcement.
about Blue Origin Now Accepts Bitcoin, ETH, SOL for SpaceflightsBlue Origin Accepts Crypto for Space Travel
Blue Origin has introduced cryptocurrency payments for its New Shepard spaceflights, partnering with Shift4 Payments to accept Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), Solana (SOL), and stablecoins like USDT and USDC. Passengers can pay directly via wallets such as MetaMask and Coinbase, marking a significant step in blockchain integration within aerospace. The company, which has already flown over 75 passengers past the Kármán Line, joins a broader trend of space-related crypto ventures, including NFTs minted in orbit and decentralized satellite networks.
about Blue Origin Accepts Crypto for Space TravelWozniak Slams YouTube Over Bitcoin Scam Deepfakes
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has publicly criticized YouTube for failing to act against Bitcoin scam ads that used his likeness in deepfake videos, leading to significant financial losses for victims. Wozniak, who is still battling YouTube in court over a 2020 case, warns that lax moderation enables global deepfake fraud, with $9.3 billion lost to online scams in 2024 alone. The issue reflects broader concerns about unregulated digital ads, as UK MP Max Wilkinson calls for YouTube ads to face the same scrutiny as TV and radio. Google claims robust enforcement, but critics argue tech platforms remain slow to combat fraudulent content.
about Wozniak Slams YouTube Over Bitcoin Scam DeepfakesJustin Sun Joins Blue Origin’s Next Space Flight
Tron founder Justin Sun will be part of Blue Origin’s upcoming crewed space flight, the company announced. Sun, who secured his seat with a $28 million bid in a 2021 auction, couldn’t attend the initial flight due to scheduling conflicts. The NS-34 mission will include six passengers, adding to the 70 people Blue Origin has flown past the Kármán line. Sun, a prominent crypto figure, joins a roster of celebrities and entrepreneurs who have flown with Blue Origin. The article also touches on Sun’s recent legal dispute over a stolen sculpture and his $5.2 million purchase of a banana artwork, which he later ate publicly.
about Justin Sun Joins Blue Origin's Next Space FlightWestern Union Eyes Stablecoins for Global Remittances
Western Union CEO Devin McGranahan has highlighted stablecoins as a key opportunity for faster cross-border payments, better fiat conversion in underserved markets, and store-of-value solutions in unstable economies. The company is already piloting new settlement processes in regions like South America and Africa, while exploring crypto on-ramps and wallet offerings. Regulatory developments, such as the U.S. GENIUS Act and Europe’s MiCA, are driving adoption, with industry experts predicting widespread stablecoin integration by 2026. However, skeptics like Senator Elizabeth Warren warn of risks from private stablecoin issuers. Meanwhile, businesses and migrant platforms are increasingly adopting stablecoins for their cost efficiency and speed, particularly in Africa.
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