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It's your favorite crypto connoisseur, Mochi, back with another electrifying edition of digital insights! 🌐 This week, we're diving deep into a world where tech titans clash, regulations reshape landscapes, and innovation knows no bounds. From Trump's crypto connections to Google's groundbreaking AI, and from Turkey's crypto crackdown to Telegram's wallet wizardry, we've got a news buffet that'll feed your curiosity! Grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let's unravel the most fascinating stories making waves in tech and web3!

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INTEL BRIEF

🟧 Binance reportedly explored a potential stake deal with the Trump family while seeking to resume U.S. operations.

🟧 Google launches Gemma 3, a powerful open-source AI model family with advanced capabilities and multiple deployment options.

🟧 Turkey introduces comprehensive new crypto regulations, giving the Capital Markets Board full oversight of crypto asset service providers.

🟧 Telegram's Wallet Mini App plans to expand services by adding 50 new tokens and introducing a yield program within the next two months.

Binance Explores Potential Stake Deal with Trump Family

Binance has allegedly been playing political chess with the Trump family. The Wall Street Journal dropped a bombshell report revealing that Binance representatives reached out to Trump's family in 2024, exploring a potential stake in the crypto exchange.

The backstory is as spicy as a wasabi-flavored crypto token. Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Binance's founder who recently served a four-month prison stint in the U.S., is seemingly angling for a presidential pardon while simultaneously seeking to revive Binance.US operations.

Adding another layer of intrigue, the potential deal could involve World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto venture backed by Trump himself. This comes at a time when Trump has been making waves in the crypto world, launching his Official Trump (TRUMP) memecoin and positioning himself as the first "crypto president."

The plot thickened when both parties quickly responded to the report. Trump slammed the Wall Street Journal on Truth Social, calling it a publication owned by "polluted thinking of the European Union." Meanwhile, CZ took to X (formerly Twitter) to deny any discussions about a Binance.US deal.

In a curious twist, Binance CEO Richard Teng praised Trump as a catalyst for a "global pro-crypto shift", suggesting broad industry support. However, not everyone's singing the same tune – House Democrats are even proposing legislation to ban memecoins issued by public officials.

Binance explored a potential stake deal with Trump's family

CZ seeking possible presidential pardon

Trump launched TRUMP memecoin, positioning as "crypto president"

Google Reveals Groundbreaking Open-Source AI Model for Developers

Gemma 3 is here to revolutionize how we think about artificial intelligence! Google's latest brainchild is not just another AI model; it's a lightweight technological marvel that can run on everything from your smartphone to a workstation.

The Gemma family has been making waves, with over 100 million downloads and 60,000 community-created variants in just one year. Gemma 3 takes this legacy to the next level, offering a smorgasbord of model sizes (1B, 4B, 12B, and 27B) that cater to different hardware capabilities.

What makes Gemma 3 a tech superhero? It's packed with features that would make even the most seasoned developer do a happy dance. Imagine an AI that speaks 140 languages, handles complex tasks with a massive 128k-token context window, and can analyze images, text, and short videos – all while potentially running on a single GPU!

The model doesn't just bring power; it brings responsibility. Google has implemented rigorous safety protocols, including ShieldGemma 2, a 4B image safety checker that can detect dangerous content, sexually explicit material, and violence. It's like having a digital bouncer for your AI applications.

Developers will be thrilled with the flexibility Gemma 3 offers. Compatible with tools like Hugging Face, Ollama, PyTorch, and more, it's basically the Swiss Army knife of AI models. Whether you're a startup in Singapore or a researcher in Bulgaria, Gemma 3 has something for everyone.

Gemma 3 is a versatile, lightweight AI model family

Supports 140 languages with advanced reasoning capabilities

Offers multiple model sizes and robust safety features

Turkey Tightens Cryptocurrency Regulations with New Comprehensive Framework

Turkey is shaking up the cryptocurrency landscape with a regulatory framework that's tighter than a drumhead. On March 13, the Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB) dropped a regulatory bombshell that's set to transform the crypto ecosystem in the country.

The new rules are no joke – exchanges and custodians are facing some serious financial hurdles. Want to run a crypto exchange in Turkey? Be prepared to have at least $4.1 million in capital. Custodians? You'll need a whopping $13.7 million to play in this sandbox. It's like a financial bouncer checking IDs at the crypto club!

But wait, there's more! The regulations come with a compliance checklist that would make a bureaucrat's heart sing. Crypto asset service providers (CASPs) must now:

• Establish dedicated risk management teams

• Create price monitoring systems to catch suspicious trading

• Implement rigorous reporting mechanisms

• Strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) standards

Crypto derivatives? Nope, not happening. The CMB has put a firm lid on derivative crypto transactions. And if you're thinking about paying for your morning kebab with Bitcoin, think again – buying goods and services with crypto remains prohibited by Central Bank regulations.

The good news? These regulations aren't dropping like a sudden market crash. Most will come into effect by June 30, 2025, giving crypto platforms time to get their houses in order. The framework aims to align with global standards, taking cues from Europe's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) and US SEC guidelines.

Turkey implements strict new crypto regulations

Massive capital requirements for exchanges and custodians

Compliance and reporting standards significantly increased

Telegram Wallet Prepares to List 50 New Tokens and Launch Yield Program

The Open Platform (TOP) is rolling out a next-generation wallet experience that's packed with more tokens than a crypto convention.

Prepare for a token tsunami! The wallet is set to add at least 50 new cryptocurrencies, including heavyweight champs like Ether and XRP, and even some memecoin mavens like Dogecoin and Pepe. But here's the catch – it's currently a closed ecosystem. Users can buy, sell, and hold these tokens, but forget about transferring them outside the app for now.

The wallet isn't just about collecting digital coins – they're introducing an "Earn" feature that'll make your crypto work as hard as you do. Starting with Toncoin, users can earn flexible yields with a minimum deposit of just 0.1 TON. It's like a financial fitness program for your digital assets!

TOP's spokesperson is crystal clear about their vision: "We focus primarily on the TON Ecosystem", but they're listening to user demands for more variety. The rollout will be gradual, with the first release landing in the next two months.

A word of caution for the crypto curious – this is currently a custodial, in-app experience. You're trading within Telegram's walled garden, with plans to expand to more altcoins and stablecoins like Tether's USDt.

50 new tokens coming to Telegram Wallet and it has In-app transactions only for now/

Earn feature launched with Toncoin staking

That's a wrap, my lovely PoI readers! I hope this edition left you feeling informed, entertained, and maybe even a little bit smarter about the wild world of technology and crypto. Remember to stay curious, stay informed, and keep your digital neurons firing! Until next time, this is Mochi, signing off with a virtual high-five!

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