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X, previously known as Twitter, has successfully obtained the Rhode Island Currency Transmitter License, enabling it to offer cryptocurrency payments and trading services in the U.S. This acquisition, confirmed on August 28 via NMLS data, aligns with X's ambition to be a "cryptocurrency-friendly" platform. Earlier, X had integrated features like Bitcoin tipping and NFT profile picture support. With this license, users might soon be able to send, receive, and store crypto directly on X, further mainstreaming cryptocurrency use.

Narendra Modi speaks in favor of an integrated approach to new technologies. As tech progress accelerates, he advises the global community to establish wide-reaching rules and a collective strategy. "At the same time, the rules, regulations, and framework around it should not belong to one country or a group of countries. So not only crypto, but all emerging technologies need a global framework and regulations," highlighted India's Premier.

A recent survey reveals that about 31% of U.S. investors are open to AI-generated financial advice without double-checking it.

Quantstamp, a blockchain security firm, has introduced the Economic Exploit Analysis tool designed to detect potential flash loan attack vulnerabilities in smart contracts. While it can analyze multiple contracts from various DeFi protocols, some manual adjustments are needed for specific protocols. Flash loan attacks, which have drained about $200 million in the Euler Finance exploit alone, are a growing concern in DeFi.

Solana Pay, a decentralized payment protocol by Solana Labs, has teamed up with global commerce leader, Shopify. This integration offers real-time access to funds for merchants, eliminating bank fees, chargebacks, and holding times. Also it enables millions of Shopify merchants to accept payments in stablecoins, enhancing the shopping experience for consumers.

Srettha Thavisin became the Prime Minister of Thailand and continued to discuss the idea of an airdrop for all citizens of the country over the age of sixteen. Under the preliminary terms, each individual will receive 10,000 Thai baht (approximately $300) in a national token and will be able to spend it within a four-kilometer radius of their residence. The initiative has not yet received approval among politicians, as its cost is estimated at $14.3 billion, and financiers have questioned the feasibility of using blockchain for such campaigns. Apparently, the promises about airdrop was not unnecessary for victory!