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ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin stated that artificial intelligence will become the key inflection point for the next stage of development in the crypto industry, but if computing power and infrastructure are controlled by a few large tech companies, it could pose systemic risks. In the future, AI agents could autonomously execute transactions, collaborate, and validate on blockchain networks, becoming the foundation of a “machine economy”. Cryptography and decentralized systems will ensure transparency and accountability, enabling machines to monitor each other. In addition, he believes traditional finance and DeFi are accelerating integration, driving the global economy towards greater precision and programmability, while quantum computing risks are long-term and manageable, with Ethereum developers already preparing in advance.

The Polish cryptocurrency exchange Zondacrypto is under pressure due to issues with frozen and delayed withdrawals, as well as alleged political interference. Prime Minister Donald Tusk accused the company of funding lawmakers who oppose crypto regulation. CEO Przemysław Kral stated that the company has enough liquidity, but admitted they could not access a wallet containing 4,500 BTC that was locked due to the previous CEO losing the private key. Local media reported that blockchain data shows a significant decrease in funds in its hot wallet.

According to ChainCatcher, CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost posted on Twitter stating that Bitcoin spot ETFs absorbed approximately 12,142 BTC this week. However, the average cost basis for ETF holders is around $82,247, so overall they remain at a loss. Since March, the ETF inflow trend has clearly improved, with inflows significantly dominating the market. At the same time, ETF trading volume continues to rise, now reaching $4.7 billion and gradually approaching the spot market's $6.2 billion trading volume.