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Huawei has launched AI glasses in China, featuring an in-house chip and various smart functions. The global AI glasses market saw a significant increase in shipments, with China becoming the second-largest market.

Michael Egorov, founder of Curve Finance, urges the DeFi industry to develop unified security standards to prevent centralized vulnerabilities. He highlights recent incidents affecting users and calls for collaboration among key organizations for proactive security measures.

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee is unlikely to address a crypto market structure bill in April due to disagreements over stablecoin rewards. With a delay until May, the future of digital asset legislation remains uncertain, impacting the establishment of regulatory frameworks.

Adobe has introduced CX Enterprise, an AI suite aimed at automating and personalizing digital marketing for enterprises. It integrates with major platforms and is adopted by leading advertising agencies to enhance customer interactions and improve marketing performance.

Revolut's CEO Nik Storonsky stated that the digital bank will not pursue an IPO before 2028, emphasizing the potential of future secondary share sales for building trust. After obtaining a UK banking license, they are applying for a US bank charter, expecting approval within a year.

Artlist, an Israeli video creation company, reported a rise in annual recurring revenue to $300 million in 2026, driven by a 600% growth in new users. The launch of Artlist Studio, an AI-powered video production platform, furthers its expansion, following previous acquisitions.

US software company Strategy purchased $2.54 billion in bitcoin, primarily funded by preferred share sales, marking its largest weekly acquisition since November 2024. It now holds $61 billion in bitcoin and plans to increase dividend payments to stabilize share price.

Kaio, a tokenization firm in Abu Dhabi, raised $8 million from Tether and other investors to enhance blockchain asset distribution. With a total of $19 million, it manages around $100 million and plans to launch an on-chain fund with Mubadala Capital.

A new wallet withdrew 199,999 HYPE from a major CEX, selling them for about $8.15 million at an average price of $40.77 before transferring the funds to another exchange.

Swedish private equity firm EQT has raised $15.6 billion for its Asia buyout fund, the largest ever for the region. The fund, driven by global investor diversification, attracted significant capital from the U.S., Asia, and Europe, with a notable increase in new investors.

Beijing North Microelectronics announced it will maintain current prices despite rising raw material costs, focusing on supply chain optimization and technological innovation to manage expenses and meet customer demand.

Japan's government has abolished its five-type restrictions on weapons exports, allowing for unrestricted defense equipment exports, including previously prohibited lethal items.

Google announced on April 20 that it will expand Gemini features in Chrome to several Asia-Pacific countries, including Australia and South Korea, enhancing access to its AI capabilities in the region.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, NZDCHF (NZD/CHF) has surged by 0.5% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market activity.

Retired CIA analyst Larry Johnson claims that President Trump attempted to access nuclear codes during an emergency meeting but was denied by General Caine. The incident, related to escalating tensions with Iran, remains unverified and raises concerns about Trump's unpredictability.

RedotPay has integrated SUI and USDC-Sui, allowing users to spend tokens and transfer funds in local fiat across 100+ countries. With 7 million users and $10 billion in annual payments, RedotPay is already profitable. The integration highlights fintech's shift towards blockchain solutions for international transactions.

CuspAI, a UK AI startup focused on materials discovery, seeks to raise $200 million, aiming for a $1 billion valuation. Its platform excels in creating materials for various applications and boasts high success rates compared to competitors.

Apple CEO Tim Cook will transition to executive chairman on September 1, with John Ternus named as the new CEO. Cook's tenure saw Apple's market cap rise from $350 billion to $4 trillion, marking a strategic shift towards engineering expertise for future innovations.

Dark Matter Labs has released the Kimi K2.6 model, boasting enhanced long-context coding and improved autonomous execution abilities. It is now available on multiple platforms for all users.

Malaysia-based digital asset exchange Hata secured $8 million in Series A funding, led by a prominent cryptocurrency exchange and bolstered by global family offices. The company previously raised $4.2 million in seed funding and is licensed to offer trading and custody services in Malaysia.