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    ARK pushes back against a16z’s ‘TradFi wants blockchain, not DeFi’ claim

    ARK pushes back against a16z’s ‘TradFi wants blockchain, not DeFi’ claim

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    ARK Invest’s director of research has challenged a16z crypto’s thesis that traditional finance will adopt blockchain via permissioned infrastructure rather than decentralized finance (DeFi). Lorenzo Valente argued that public blockchains are outperforming private initiatives, citing tokenized asset growth on Ethereum. He added that crypto-native firms like Circle and Coinbase are best positioned to build next-gen financial infrastructure.
    UK tokenization push could add as much as $44B to annual output by 2035: Report

    UK tokenization push could add as much as $44B to annual output by 2035: Report

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    A government-backed industry task force in the United Kingdom has estimated that tokenization could add up to £33 billion ($44 billion) to the country’s annual economic output by 2035. The report, led by Wholesale Digital Markets Champion Chris Woolard, sets out a 12-month roadmap to move blockchain-based securities from pilots to live markets. It calls for the UK’s first digital government bond by early 2027 and urges the Bank of England to accept such instruments as collateral in repo and lending operations.
    Injective files for SEC transfer agent registration to bring securities ownership records onchain

    Injective files for SEC transfer agent registration to bring securities ownership records onchain

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Injective has filed a transfer agent registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, seeking to move the core function of maintaining securities ownership records onto blockchain infrastructure. If approved, the move would integrate Injective into regulated market systems, allowing for faster, more transparent record-keeping for tokenized securities. The filing represents a significant step in the broader trend of traditional financial institutions adopting blockchain for capital markets operations, including Nasdaq, ICE, and DTCC.
    Solana community lead enters UK by-election with onchain transparency pitch

    Solana community lead enters UK by-election with onchain transparency pitch

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Stephen Newnham, who leads the Solana community group Superteam UK, has announced his candidacy as an independent in the Aug. 13 parliamentary by-election in Clacton. He faces Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, who resigned and recontests his seat amid a standards investigation. Newnham's platform includes pension reform, onchain political transparency, and support for local tech entrepreneurs.
    Au Vatican, Martin Scorsese présente Aldeas, dernier film de François, un an après sa mort

    Au Vatican, Martin Scorsese présente Aldeas, dernier film de François, un an après sa mort

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    One year after Pope Francis' death, Martin Scorsese presents his final film project 'Aldeas' at the Vatican. The documentary, supervised by Scorsese, captures the late pontiff's dream of building a culture of encounter. The premiere comes amid a public dispute between Pope Leo XIV and Donald Trump over US foreign policy.
    Ce qu'il faut retenir du Super Bowl 2023

    Ce qu'il faut retenir du Super Bowl 2023

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Le Super Bowl LVII a tenu toutes ses promesses avec une victoire des Chiefs de Kansas City (38-35) face aux Eagles de Philadelphie. Patrick Mahomes, malgré une cheville douloureuse, a réalisé une performance exceptionnelle en deuxième mi-temps. Jalen Hurts a également brillé, mais le management des Chiefs et la défense ajustée ont fait la différence. Retour sur les faits marquants de ce match qui restera dans l'histoire de la NFL.
    Espagne-Argentine : Messi envoie un énorme avertissement pour Yamal

    Espagne-Argentine : Messi envoie un énorme avertissement pour Yamal

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    À la veille de la finale de la Coupe du monde entre l'Espagne et l'Argentine, Lionel Messi a envoyé un message fort à son successeur désigné, Lamine Yamal. Le capitaine argentin a exprimé son admiration pour le jeune attaquant mais a clairement fixé ses limites. Un duel psychologique est lancé avant le match décisif.
    Le prince William a retrouvé Emma Watson à Londres pour son anniversaire (photos)

    Le prince William a retrouvé Emma Watson à Londres pour son anniversaire (photos)

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Prince William took part in the London Climate Action Week, joining Emma Watson and Benedict Cumberbatch at a forum on fighting illegal wildlife trade. The event, organized by the Royal Foundation's 'United for Wildlife' campaign, focused on protecting endangered species and environmental crime. Emma Watson delivered a powerful speech about storytelling and transparency, while William emphasized innovation and collaboration.
    Hamilton et Leclerc plutôt séduits par le Madring

    Hamilton et Leclerc plutôt séduits par le Madring

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Lewis Hamilton et Charles Leclerc ont effectué les premiers tours de roues sur le circuit Madring, encore en construction. Malgré une piste poussiéreuse, les deux pilotes Ferrari ont apprécié le tracé urbain et le virage incliné « La Monumental ». Ils estiment que le circuit sera exigeant et adapté aux qualifications.
    AppleCare One warranty bundle just became an even better value for customers

    AppleCare One warranty bundle just became an even better value for customers

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Apple increased standalone AppleCare+ prices for Mac and iPad by 50 cents per month, but AppleCare One remains at $19.99/month for three devices. This makes the bundle a significantly better value, especially for users covering multiple Apple products. Savings can exceed $100 per year compared to individual plans.
    Apple overtakes Nvidia as world’s most valuable company as it barrels toward $5T

    Apple overtakes Nvidia as world’s most valuable company as it barrels toward $5T

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Apple has reclaimed the title of the world’s most valuable company by market capitalization, overtaking Nvidia during intraday trading on Friday. The stock surged 17 points this week, nearing the $5 trillion milestone that Nvidia first reached. The achievement comes amid an ongoing global RAM shortage that forced Apple to raise prices on Macs, iPads, and other products. Meanwhile, the company is undergoing a CEO transition, with Tim Cook set to step down in August and John Ternus taking over.
    Apple’s M6 chip is coming soon, here’s everything we know

    Apple’s M6 chip is coming soon, here’s everything we know

    Jul 18, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Apple is preparing to launch the M6 chip later this year, featuring a major memory bandwidth boost to 200 GB/s and a 12-core GPU. In an unprecedented move, Apple will only release the base M6 model, skipping Pro, Max, and Ultra variants. The M7 chip, expected in 2027, will bring larger AI improvements. This article covers everything known so far, including performance specs, product plans, and the company’s shifting silicon strategy.
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