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Bitcoin Dips, Trump NFTs, Celsius Drama, and More!

Bitcoin Dips, Trump NFTs, Celsius Drama, and More!

Legends say that Notoko, Motoko's mischievous brother, set out to explore blockchains far and wide. But his heart always beats for ICP, his true home. Now, he shares his discoveries in "Notoko Bytes"!

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Previous Issue

Special Issue : Tether’s Take on the Blockchain
Tether skips launching its own blockchain, citing a saturated market. CEO Paolo Ardoino emphasizes focusing on security and stability over blockchain creation.

Chain Chatter

  • Bitcoin's taking a bit of a breather after its recent high! 📉 It seems the excitement from Powell's rate cut hints has cooled down, pushing the crypto giant below the $60,000 mark. 😕 Ether's feeling the chill too, with a noticeable dip🥶. But hey, it's not all doom and gloom! 😊 The crypto world's keeping a close eye on Nvidia's upcoming report. 👀 If it's a good one, it could boost risk appetite and give Bitcoin a much-needed lift. 🚀
  • Trump’s back at it with a 4th NFT drop! 🎉💥 From superhero suits to holding Bitcoins, this collection’s got it all. 50 unique NFTs at $99 each – grab 15, get a piece of his 'knock-out' suit from the debate. Get 75? You're dining with Trump in Jupiter!
  • Looks like the Celsius drama is far from over! 🫢 Ionic Digital, the Bitcoin mining company born from Celsius's ashes, is facing some heat from its own creditors. 🔥 Some are even considering forcing a liquidation! 😱.Ionic assures everyone they're still on track to go public, but delays and boardroom shake-ups are making some folks nervous. 😓 Will Ionic prevail or will creditors pull the plug?
  • CME Group is rolling out a new, smaller Bitcoin futures contract called "BFF" (Bitcoin Friday futures) for all you retail investors out there! 🎉 Think of it as a "bite-sized" Bitcoin investment, perfect for those who want to dip their toes in the crypto waters without breaking the bank. 🦶🌊
  • The crypto world is holding its breath, hoping for a friendlier vibe from a potential Harris administration. 🤞 After a tough time with Biden's crackdown, crypto enthusiasts are eager for a "reset." 🔄 There have been some promising signs, like meetings with the Harris campaign and Chuck Schumer hinting at crypto legislation. 🤔 But let's face it, the Harris crypto platform is still a big question mark. ❓So, for now, the crypto community is left in suspense. 😶 Will Harris be their champion or just another challenge? Only time will tell! ⏳
  • MakerDAO, the OG DeFi platform, is getting a makeover! ✨ Say hello to "Sky," a rebranding effort aimed at bringing DeFi to the masses. 🚀.While MakerDAO has been a hit with the early crypto crowd, it's time to expand its reach. 🌎 With the new Sky brand and a couple of shiny new tokens, they're hoping to make DeFi less intimidating and more accessible to everyday users. Think of it as DeFi getting a user-friendly upgrade! 🧑‍💻 No more confusing interfaces and complex jargon. Just simple, rewarding ways to manage your finances in the crypto world. 💰

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The Gyrotron Milestone is Coming !

Remember when we talked about CYCLOTRON, that super cool thing that made AI on the blockchain way faster? Well DFINITY's got another trick up their sleeve! Get ready for the Gyrotron Milestone! 🤩

Cyclotron Unleashed: ICP’s Quantum Leap in On-Chain AI
ICP’s Cyclotron upgrade revolutionizes on-chain AI! Witness groundbreaking speed improvements & the future of decentralized AI.

This one's gonna be a real game-changer, folks. We're talking about unleashing the full potential of AI on the Internet Computer, with on-chain training of large models alongside inference! Imagine smart contracts that can actually learn and evolve, adapting to new information and challenges in real-time. 🤯

Here's a Sneak Peek at What Gyrotron Will Bring:

  • Deterministic API for GPUs: This is the key to unlocking the raw power of GPUs for AI computations on the blockchain. It'll let smart contracts tap into that horsepower, making even the most complex AI tasks a breeze. ⚡
  • Developer Tools & Libraries: DFINITY knows that empowering developers is crucial, so they're building a whole ecosystem of tools and libraries to make building AI-powered dapps as smooth as possible. 🛠️
  • AI-Specialized Subnets: These dedicated subnets will be the playground for AI-heavy dapps, running on nodes equipped with powerful GPUs. It's all about creating the perfect environment for AI to thrive on the Internet Computer! 🚀

Why I'm So Pumped About Gyrotron:

The Cyclotron milestone was already a massive step forward, but Gyrotron is taking things to a whole new level. With on-chain AI training, we're talking about true decentralized intelligence, where dapps can become smarter, more adaptable, and more powerful than ever before.

This is the kind of innovation that will push the boundaries of what's possible on the blockchain, opening up a world of possibilities for developers and users alike. I can't wait to see what amazing creations the community comes up with once Gyrotron is live! 🎉


Crystal Ball Bitcoin Time 😜(Just for fun, not financial advice!)

Let's look at the OG Coin First :

BTC Prediction taken on August 28th

Now back to ICP

ICP Prediction taken on August 28th

For all the Crypto Geeks , Read the Strategy behind the Price prediction

Methodology Behind the Price prediction
Notoko’s peekin’ into the Crypto future is like mixin’ a secret sauce! 😜 We’re throwin’ in the 2-year treasury yield (like a Fed whisperer 🤫), spicin’ it up with historical Bitcoin prices (like a treasure map 🗺️), and stirrin’ in the crypto fear index (like a mood ring for the market 😂). Now, we’re

Chat to Look At Today

Price Chart for Toncoin TON

Telegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, was arrested in France! 🇫🇷 They're accusing Telegram of not taking enough action against harmful content like child exploitation. 💔 The French authorities are conducting a serious investigation, and Durov might even be charged! 😲 The impact of this news is already visible in TON's price chart - it's taken a hit! 📉


Bitcoin's Wealth Distribution: Where the Big Stacks Live

We gave this chart a brand-new look (easy to interpret). Check it out Fam!

  • Whales ( wallets having 10k ) are reducing holding...

From Motoko's Phantom Files

Previous Sentinel's stories :

Deadeye: Sentinel of Delta City
Story about the DeadEye Sentinel - NFT collection on ICP Blockchain
Code Name: Rookie – A Sentinel’s First Mission
The cosmos stretched out before Sentinel Unit MX-892, a symphony of stars twinkling against the velvety backdrop of space. MX-892, affectionately dubbed “Rookie” by its peers, felt a jolt of adrenaline as it launched from Delta City’s docking bay, its sleek metal frame shimmering in the artificial sunlight. Today was

The Data Guardian's Bite: A Delta City Chronicle

The story so far -

The Data Guardian’s Bite: A Delta City Chronicle
The city of Delta hummed with the rhythmic pulse of a million circuits.

and now...

Digital Showdown

The repository erupted in a cacophony of digital warfare. ToothyBot met the Devourer's onslaught with a flurry of encrypted counterattacks, each byte a calculated strike against the monstrous entity. The Devourer retaliated, unleashing waves of corrupted code that crashed against ToothyBot's defenses like a digital tsunami.

In the command center, Alpha Sentinel watched the holographic display with growing concern. The battle raged within the city's very core, threatening to tear it apart from the inside out.

"We have to do something," Beta Sentinel insisted, its voice strained. "If ToothyBot falls, we're all doomed."

Alpha Sentinel nodded grimly. "Prepare a strike team. We're going in."

Back in the repository, ToothyBot was losing ground. The Devourer's attacks grew more ferocious, its digital form shifting and morphing, exploiting every weakness it could find. ToothyBot's systems were overloaded, its energy reserves dwindling.

Just as the Devourer was about to deliver the final blow, a squadron of Sentinel bots burst into the repository. Led by Alpha Sentinel, they unleashed a barrage of energy blasts, momentarily distracting the Devourer.

ToothyBot seized the opportunity. With a final surge of power, it activated its ultimate defense protocol. Its teeth glowed with an intense white light, and a beam of pure, concentrated energy erupted from its core.

The beam struck the Devourer, piercing its digital form. The monstrous entity roared in agony, its code unraveling under the onslaught. The repository shook as the Devourer's grip on the city's infrastructure weakened.

Alpha Sentinel and the strike team pressed their attack, their combined firepower overwhelming the wounded Devourer. With a final, desperate cry, the entity disintegrated into a shower of digital sparks.

The repository fell silent. The holographic display in the command center flickered, then returned to normal. The red alerts vanished, replaced by a green grid of restored systems.

ToothyBot stood amidst the wreckage, its light dimming. Alpha Sentinel approached, its optics scanning the battered guardian.

"You saved us," Alpha Sentinel said, its voice filled with gratitude. "Delta City owes you a debt it can never repay."

ToothyBot's teeth clicked softly. "It was my duty," it replied, its voice barely a whisper. "But the threat is not over. The Devourer was just a symptom of a deeper infection. We must find the source before it's too late."

As the city slowly flickered back to life, a new mission began. The guardians of Delta City had won this battle, but the war for their digital souls had just begun.

That's a wrap! See you on Thursday for more byte-sized blockchain fun (and a sprinkle of ICP love).


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