Analysts predict Ethereum's layer 2 scaling networks will reach $1 trillion in six years, driven by use case-specific chains and improved scalability efforts.

CoinGecko's report "Rise of Real World Assets in Crypto" unveils a surge in tokenized treasuries within the US finance sector, growing 641% in 2023. Franklin Templeton leads with $332 million issuance. Commodity-backed tokens also flourish, with a market cap of $1.1 billion, including tokenized uranium.

Pandora, ERC404, Bankless: ERC-404 and its importance Golden Finance, unveils the new experimental token standard.

Recommended reading for today evening: 1. Bankless: 12 Crypto Builders to Watch in 2024; 2. 30 Reasons to Love Vitalik Buterin; 3. a16z Partner Chris Dixon: Tokens, Computers and Casinos;

The SEC charged TradeStation Crypto with failing to register a crypto lending product, resulting in a $1.5M penalty and highlighting regulatory compliance importance in crypto offerings.

There has been a lot of discussion recently about increasing the gas limit for Ethereum blocks.

In the field of encrypted AI, Bittensor, Ritual and Virtual Protocol are deeply involved in different fields. Among them, Bittensor's market value currently occupies a leading position in the field of encrypted AI.

EU outlaws anonymous self-custody crypto wallets in new AML laws. Approved by majority, opposed by Dr. Patrick Breyer. Public resistance emphasizes importance of financial freedom.

These projects are: FrameX, Magic Frames, CalCast, Drifting Bottle, CastSense, Check-In Caster, become{AGI}, Serendipity Engine, Payrennial, Frames Hub.

Manta Network consists of two different networks: Manta Pacific and Manta Atlantic. Both networks provide ZK tools to simplify ZK application deployment.