⚠️ Disclaimer:This episode was entirely AI-generated using Google’s Notebook LM. Please note that Google’s Notebook LM has been criticized for being extremely left-leaning and displaying strong bias, which is inappropriate for AI-driven content creation. Listeners are encouraged to remain aware of potential biases and consume information critically. Episode Summary: This episode of Blockchain DXB dives into major global blockchain and cryptocurrency developments, including:

🔵 BRICS & Bitcoin: Exploring the UAE’s closer ties with BRICS nations and Bitcoin’s potential as a neutral settlement layer for global trade.
🚨 FBI, DC3, and NPA Investigate North Korean Hackers: Insights into the $308M crypto theft from Japan’s DMM by TraderTraitor hackers.
🟠 Major Bitcoin Buys: Updates on MicroStrategy’s and Metaplanet’s latest Bitcoin acquisitions.
❗ HyperLiquid Hack: A $60M USDC outflow linked to DPRK hacking activity on a leading perpetual exchange.
Web3 Expansion in UAE: News on DWF Labs’ partnership with The Blockchain Center Abu Dhabi and Aptos Foundation’s new office.

Show Highlights:

🔵 BRICS & Bitcoin:
- The UAE strengthens ties with BRICS nations, emphasizing economic diversification and reduced reliance on the U.S. dollar.
- Bitcoin’s decentralized network and tools like the Lightning Network and Liquid Network make it a viable option for transparent, fast, and low-cost trade settlements.
- Potential benefits for trade among UAE, Russia, China, and India, aligning with BRICS’ vision for a decentralized global economy.
🚨 FBI, DC3 & NPA Expose North Korean Hackers:
- Cyber actors TraderTraitor stole $308M in crypto by compromising Japan’s DMM in May 2024 via social engineering.
- The operation involved manipulating a DMM transaction to steal 4,502.9 BTC.
- Investigative details shared by the FBI, DC3, and Japan’s NPA.
🟠 Bitcoin Buys by Giants:
- MicroStrategy:
  - Acquired 5,200 BTC for $561M, raising its total to 444,262 BTC ($42B valuation).
  - Recently added to the Nasdaq-100 index, though stock fell 6% amidst Bitcoin’s dip to $93,700.
  - Analysts highlight risks but expect trading volume to surge.
  - SEC filing: Link
- Metaplanet:
  - Purchased 619.7 BTC for $60.6M, increasing holdings to 1,761.98 BTC ($168M valuation).
  - Funded through stock rights and zero-coupon bonds as part of its Bitcoin Treasury Operations.
  - Largest single Bitcoin purchase to date.
  - More details on Twitter.
❗ HyperLiquid Hack:
- $60M USDC outflow linked to North Korean-linked hackers probing the platform for vulnerabilities.
- Losses of $700K incurred by DPRK addresses during testing.
- HyperLiquid remains a leader in on-chain perpetual trading volume with a deposit bridge holding $2.2B USDC.
- Launched HYPE token with a 600% surge to a $10B market cap.
- Coverage via CoinDesk.
Web3 in UAE:
- DWF Labs x Blockchain Center Abu Dhabi: Strengthening the Web3 ecosystem in MENA.
- Aptos Foundation: Opens a new office in Abu Dhabi, furthering its global expansion efforts.

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