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View More NewsIn brief Paradigm announced a $1.2 billion fourth fund targeting crypto, AI, robotics, and other technology startups. The crypto VC firm has backed companies including Nous Research, Zipline, True Anomaly, Hyperliquid, and Kalshi. Paradigm said it remains committed to crypto as it explores areas where AI and blockchain overlap. Crypto venture firm Paradigm has raised a $1.2 billion fund to invest in AI, robotics, crypto, and other technologies, broadening its focus beyond digital assets.While crypto remains central to Paradigm’s business, the San Francisco-based firm said Wednesday its fourth fund will expand investments into AI, autonomous hardware, and other emerging technologies…
Polymarket, which began its return to the U.S. after a four-year ban with the acquisition of QCEX a year ago and the introduction of a mobile trading app in December, has started a campaign to persuade policymakers, regulators and potential users that it is trustworthy, Associated Press reported on Wednesday.According to AP, Polymarket is working with social media influencers to produce viral marketing on TikTok and other platforms and has signed partnership agreements with major sports teams and Major League Baseball as well as news outlets including CNBC and CNN.The steps Polymarket is taking in the U.S. will help legitimize…
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