Source: "When Shift Happens," YouTube Compiled by: Felix, PANews From a storeroom where ancestors served as servants to building a $30 billion blockchain company, Polygon founder Sandeep Nailwal has fought his way up. Sandeep Nailwal works 18 hours a day, dedicated to making Polygon a global payment platform like Stripe. The following are highlights from the interview in the "When Shift Happens" podcast compiled by PANews. Host: I heard from your team that no matter what time of day it is, you always reply instantly. Do you sleep very little every day? Sandeep: Yes, I mean, I do sleep, but my mind is always focused on Polygon.

When will the "quantum computers that pose a real threat to cryptography" arrive? In what scenarios are HNDL attacks applicable? What are the unique challenges Bitcoin faces? a16z provides an in-depth analysis of the actual impact of quantum threats on blockchain and strategies to address them. This article is adapted from a16z’s original piece, compiled, translated, and written by Wu on Blockchain. (Previous summary: In-depth analysis: Are we overestimating the cryptographic security threats brought by quantum computers?) (Background supplement: a16z: 17 Major Potential Trends in the Crypto Field to Watch in 2026) Table of Contents Where are we currently in the timeline? Which scenarios are HNDL attacks applicable to (and which are not)? What does this mean for blockchain Bitcoin's unique challenges: governance mechanisms + abandoned coins The costs and risks of post-quantum signatures Blockchain v

Bitcoin mining difficulty decreases by 0.74%, Pioneer Investment remains cautious about Bitcoin. Bitcoin Treasury's trading volume has surpassed Visa. El Salvador's holdings exceed 7,500 bitcoins, while Ethereum company ETHZilla plans to redeem $516 million in bonds early. YouTube and Interactive Brokers launch stablecoin payment features, and several projects receive new funding.

Ethereum rebounded sharply after major liquidity bands absorbed selling pressure and stabilized prices between $3,300 and $3,350. Aggressive buying by whales and traders overcame passive orders, pushing Ethereum through mid-intensity liquidity zones to establish a new equilibrium. Monitoring key r

Brazil's largest private bank, Itaú Unibanco, through its asset management division Itaú Asset Management, recently released an end-of-year research report recommending that investors allocate 1% to 3% of their 2026 investment portfolios to Bitcoin. (Background: US banks approve financial advisors to "actively recommend" Bitcoin to clients! Investment ratios of 1%-4%, officially starting in January next year) (Additional background: BlackRock CEO: Sovereign wealth funds "buy more on dips" in Bitcoin! BTC is a fear asset and has been used as a long-term hedge) Brazil's largest private bank, Itaú Unibanco, through its asset management division Itaú Asset Management, recently released an end-of-year research report recommending that investors allocate 2

Solana has broken out of a falling wedge pattern, currently trading at $133. Despite the breakout suggesting a potential trend change, momentum is modest, with volume remaining steady. Analysts are watching for confirmation as SOL eyes a daily close above $140 to signal trend continuation.

Author | Guo Fangxin, Li Xiaobei Introduction On December 1, 2025, a major news story broke: According to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) disclosure, HashKey, as one of the first licensed virtual asset service providers (VATP) in Hong Kong, officially passed the HKEX listing hearing. As early as one or two months ago, the market was buzzing with internal rumors that HashKey was preparing to go public. On December 1, HashKey passed the hearing and released the "Post-Hearing Document Set." Many mainland readers might wonder: At what stage is HashKey's listing? From a legal perspective, the HKEX conducted comprehensive due diligence and review on HashKey’s basic information, including its underlying business structure, complex compliance systems, financial status, and corporate governance structure. This essentially recognizes HashKey's entry into the mainstream capital market, just one step away from listing. HashKey released on HKEX Disclosure Platform

The article discusses the importance of total factor productivity (TFP) in economic growth, pointing out that if the U.S. government can maintain a stable debt-to-GDP ratio, a 0.5% annual increase in TFP can promote fiscal sustainability. The study shows that artificial intelligence has the potential to boost TFP by about 1.1%, which could disrupt the economy and public finances, but caution is needed in facing model assumptions and structural changes.

The Pew Research Center recently released a new report analyzing the current state of social media and AI chatbot usage among American teenagers. The survey covers various indicators such as age, race, usage frequency, and internet time. Against the backdrop of increasing global concern for teen online safety, this report has once again sparked discussions on how technology influences the mental health, dependency, and addiction risks of the younger generation. As countries begin to address these issues, the Australian government has taken the lead by announcing a social media ban for teenagers under 16, indicating that teens' digital behavior is gradually being incorporated into national policy regulation. In comparison, Taiwan currently does not seem to have conducted comprehensive surveys and assessments regarding the use of AI and social media among teenagers and minors. In a society where school bullying incidents are frequent and the age of criminality is decreasing, this

Ripple Demonstrates Growing Market Momentum and Bullish Sentiment Ripple (XRP) is experiencing a notable resurgence in market interest, fueled by rising social media optimism and continued inflows into XRP-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs). As the digital asset hovers around the $2 mark,

Disney characters always bring warmth and a sense of security to people. From Mickey Mouse to more cross-generational classic figures, these characters have accompanied countless families through growth and have become the emotional core of Disney's centennial brand. However, with the rise of streaming media, the decline of traditional television, and the intertwining pressures of politics and technology, this entertainment giant is standing at a critical juncture of transformation. Bloomberg recently interviewed Dana Walden, Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment. She is widely regarded as one of Hollywood's most astute executives and is even a potential successor to Disney's CEO. The program also featured interviews with several stars who have collaborated with Disney, including Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, "The Resident" actor Ellen Pompé, and the shogun protagonist Hiroyuki Sanada, providing an in-depth look at this entertainment giant's ambitions in the global streaming and traditional television sectors, attempting to outline Disney's strategic layout in the global entertainment landscape. This article is excerpted from Bloomberg's interview program.

Over the past year, artificial intelligence has been continuously portrayed as a key tool for enhancing productivity, from writing emails and generating code to automatically organizing document summaries, seemingly revolutionizing the way we work. However, a large-scale data study from OpenRouter reveals a significant gap between how people actually use AI and the mainstream perception. OpenRouter Announces Global Human AI Usage Behavior Research Report OpenRouter is a multi-model AI inference platform that consolidates data from over 60 providers and more than 300 models, including OpenAI, Anthropic, as well as open-source models like DeepSeek and Meta LLaMA. The research analyzes over 100 trillion tokens and billions of model interactions through anonymous meta-data, without accessing actual conversation content.

Ripple’s XRP has been stuck in a tight range over the past few days, even as several bullish headlines hit the market. Wrapped XRP just went live on Solana, giving the token access to one of the deepest DeFi ecosystems in crypto At the same time, U.S. spot XRP ETFs have quietly pulled in close to