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BNB Chain will host an 8-day "Good Vibes Only Hackathon" from January 22 to 29, 2026. The event has a low entry barrier and encourages anyone interested in programming to participate. Participants need to create X and GitHub accounts and complete at least one BNB Chain transaction. The winners will be selected through community voting and sponsor reviews, with winning projects receiving a $1,000 prize.

【Crypto World】A recent case exposed has once again sounded the alarm—criminals are engaging in illegal financial activities by packaging fictitious financial products and the so-called "DDO Digital Options," among other schemes, to deceive investors into entering the market. These scams often disguise themselves as high-yield opportunities but are actually castles in the air. Newcomers looking to enter the space should stay vigilant and not be fooled by smooth talk. If a product promises an outrageously high return, uses unregulated promotional channels, or cannot provide genuine risk control measures, it is nine times out of ten a scam. Conduct thorough due diligence, choose licensed exchanges and legitimate platforms—this is the first step to protecting your wallet.

At the Davos Forum, Binance founder Zhao Changpeng revealed that he is focusing on investments because he no longer has the energy to start new projects from scratch. He pointed out that the changing attitude of the United States towards the crypto industry has a profound global impact, especially the shifts in Thailand and Central Asian countries, and mentioned that the UAE has issued a comprehensive license to Binance, demonstrating the increasing acceptance of the crypto industry worldwide.

Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger is preparing for an IPO in the United States, with the earliest expected in 2026. The valuation could exceed $4 billion. The company's revenue has hit a new high, mainly driven by investors' focus on asset security, reflecting the continued strong demand in the entire hardware wallet market.