Oracle

Oracles are essential infrastructure components that feed real-time, off-chain data (such as price feeds, weather, or sports results) into blockchain smart contracts. Without decentralized oracles like Chainlink and Pyth, DeFi could not function. In 2026, oracles have evolved to support verifiable randomness and cross-chain data synchronization. This tag covers the technical evolution of data availability, tamper-proof price feeds, and the critical role oracles play in ensuring the deterministic execution of complex decentralized applications.

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Best Crypto to Buy: Before Solana (SOL) Blew Up, It Looked Just Like This Coin

Best Crypto to Buy: Before Solana (SOL) Blew Up, It Looked Just Like This Coin

Before Solana (SOL) broke onto the scene as one of the largest winners within the crypto market, with early buyers seeing life-changing profits, it exemplified a list of early signs. Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is currently demonstrating these early-stage symptoms and shows much more potency. The token has already advanced early buyers a remarkable 250%, and […]

Author: Cryptopolitan
‘Warren Buffet Trashes Bitcoin’: Robert Kiyosaki Names 2 Reasons Why He’s Wrong

‘Warren Buffet Trashes Bitcoin’: Robert Kiyosaki Names 2 Reasons Why He’s Wrong

The post ‘Warren Buffet Trashes Bitcoin’: Robert Kiyosaki Names 2 Reasons Why He’s Wrong appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Traditional assets can break too Bitcoin same as gold and silver Popular business literature author Robert Kiyosaki used his latest X post to return to Warren Buffett’s older comments about Bitcoin — the ones where the “Omaha Oracle” called it speculation instead of investment and warned that the real danger comes when the market builds up too much excess.  All of this comes as Berkshire moves into a new stage, with Buffett preparing to hand the CEO role to Greg Abel by the end of 2025. Such Bitcoin remarks were made years ago, but they still get repeated whenever people discuss the asset.  Traditional assets can break too Kiyosaki’s first point is that the idea of traditional markets being a safer place to stand does not always match reality because stocks have long periods where they unwind unexpectedly, real estate cycles can flip fast and even U.S. Treasuries change direction when large foreign holders adjust their books.  You Might Also Like Berkshire Hathaway itself has been selling stocks for 12 straight quarters, the longest streak the company has ever seen, while building a massive position in Treasury bills that now covers roughly 5.6% of the entire market. The latest update shows Alphabet added and D.R. Horton removed, proving that even Berkshire keeps moving its exposure around. Bitcoin same as gold and silver The second point by Robert Kiyosaki is centered on issuance. Governments can increase the money supply whenever they need to, and financial markets can generate new paper products without limit, while Bitcoin stays capped at 21 million BTC. Fixed supply is the key reason Kiyosaki places Bitcoin next to physical gold and silver as assets defined by scarcity rather than policy decisions. You Might Also Like Kiyosaki finished his post by saying the difference is not about who is right or wrong…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
Chainlink CRE and UBS Enable In-Production Tokenized Fund Automation Under Hong Kong Framework

Chainlink CRE and UBS Enable In-Production Tokenized Fund Automation Under Hong Kong Framework

The technical pilot using Chainlink DTA and CRE demonstrates fully automated subscription, redemption, and compliance processes executed through smart contract–to–smart contract interactions. The initiative comes as institutional demand for standardized, compliant tokenization infrastructure accelerates, with Chainlink emerging as a preferred choice. DigiFT has released a new whitepaper highlighting a live, production-ready tokenized fund workflow built [...]]]>

Author: Crypto News Flash
Alphabet rallies after Berkshire reveals stake. Why Buffett’s firm likely bought it

Alphabet rallies after Berkshire reveals stake. Why Buffett’s firm likely bought it

The post Alphabet rallies after Berkshire reveals stake. Why Buffett’s firm likely bought it appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Warren Buffett and Greg Abel walkthrough the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska on May 3, 2025. David A. Grogen | CNBC Alphabet shares jumped Monday after Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway revealed a new stake in the Google parent, marking one of the conglomerate’s most significant technology bets in years. Alphabet shares were up nearly 4% in premarket trading, bucking some weakness in most technology shares to start the week. A quarterly 13F filing showed Berkshire owned roughly $4.3 billion worth of Alphabet as of Sept. 30, making it the firm’s 10th largest equity holding. The move surprised many Buffett watchers given the billionaire’s decades-long hesitation toward high-growth tech companies. Buffett has always seen Apple, Berkshire’s largest holding, as a consumer products company. The Alphabet investment likely came from one of his two lieutenants, Todd Combs or Ted Weschler, who increasingly influence Berkshire’s $300 billion stock portfolio. Though its size suggests it likely had the blessing of Buffett, who is stepping down as CEO at the end of this year. The pair have been responsible for many of Berkshire’s tech-leaning investments, including a stake in Amazon initiated in 2019. Berkshire still owns $2.2 billion worth of Amazon today. Alphabet has been one of the stock market’s biggest winners this year, rising 46% as investors reward its accelerating AI push and rapidly improving cloud profitability. Revenue growth from Google Cloud, once a margin drag, has turned into a key earnings driver. Changing of the guard? Bill Stone, Glenview Trust Company’s chief investment officer, said the Alphabet purchase could reflect a broader approach to technology investments as leadership transitions to the next generation. “Perhaps the purchase of Alphabet signals a widening of the circle of competence into technology,” Stone said. Longtime lieutenant Greg Abel is set to take the reins…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
Kiyosaki Calls Bitcoin, Ethereum “People’s Money”

Kiyosaki Calls Bitcoin, Ethereum “People’s Money”

The post Kiyosaki Calls Bitcoin, Ethereum “People’s Money” appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Notes Robert Kiyosaki said he holds gold, silver, Bitcoin, and Ethereum because he does not trust the Federal Reserve, U.S. Treasury, or Wall Street. He reiterated that he avoids crypto ETFs and REITs, calling them “paper” or “fake” assets. Kiyosaki argued that Bitcoin’s fixed supply and independence from government monetary policy make it a superior long-term asset. With the Bitcoin BTC $94 962 24h volatility: 0.8% Market cap: $1.90 T Vol. 24h: $78.61 B price crashing more than 10% on the weekly chart, veteran investor Robert Kiyosaki is once again defending the asset class, calling it “people’s money.” His recent comments come in mild criticism of the oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett. In his recent post on X platform, Kiyosaki points out risks in traditional financial markets and US equities, just as Buffett buys $4.3 billion worth of Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) shares. https://twitter.com/theRealKiyosaki/status/1990339571801080275 Robert Kiyosaki Reiterates Support for Bitcoin Despite Warren Buffett’s Criticism Veteran investor Robert Kiyosaki issued a detailed response after Warren Buffett dismissed Bitcoin as speculation rather than investment. Previously, Buffett warned that a “blow-off top” could wipe out crypto investors. Robert Kiyosaki argued that Buffett’s stance overlooks risks in traditional financial markets. He noted that stocks, real estate, and even US Treasuries, long considered safe-haven assets, have experienced volatility, with recent selling pressure from major foreign holders such as Japan and China. Kiyosaki stated that the US financial system appears absolutely broken. That’s why he owns gold mines, physical gold and silver, as well as Bitcoin and Ethereum ETH $3 173 24h volatility: 0.1% Market cap: $384.40 B Vol. 24h: $33.51 B , because he doesn’t trust the Federal Reserve, the US Treasury, or Wall Street. On November 15, Buffett said he would continue to buy BTC despite the current selling pressure. In contrast, he places…

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Robert Kiyosaki Backs Bitcoin, Ethereum as “People’s Money” Despite Volatility

Robert Kiyosaki Backs Bitcoin, Ethereum as “People’s Money” Despite Volatility

Robert Kiyosaki defended Bitcoin and Ethereum as “people’s money,” countering Warren Buffett’s criticism, while slamming traditional US financial markets. The post Robert Kiyosaki Backs Bitcoin, Ethereum as “People’s Money” Despite Volatility appeared first on Coinspeaker.

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Chainlink price forms bearish setup as it nears multi-year support, crash incoming?

Chainlink price forms bearish setup as it nears multi-year support, crash incoming?

Chainlink price has formed multiple bearish patterns that suggest its ongoing downtrend could extend over the coming weeks. According to data from crypto.news, Chainlink (LINK) hit a yearly high of $27.70 in August this year. It has since dropped by…

Author: Crypto.news
IOTA Network Shows Signs of Coordinated Architecture Linking Trade, Collateral, and Settlement

IOTA Network Shows Signs of Coordinated Architecture Linking Trade, Collateral, and Settlement

An IOTA enthusiast has noted that the recent integrations and developments on the IOTA network go beyond isolated components to a coordinated financial architecture.  Regardless of these developments, the price of IOTA has recorded declines across all the major trading sessions. In a recent update, CNF explained how IOTA is leading the creation of the [...]]]>

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Is This the Next Solana? Top Crypto Investors Are Calling This $0.035 Token the Gem of Q4 2025

Is This the Next Solana? Top Crypto Investors Are Calling This $0.035 Token the Gem of Q4 2025

Many of the leading crypto investors are starting to seek out a novel altcoin that they think may follow the early path of Solana. Most of the larger coins are merely sliding laterally but this low-price DeFi crypto is getting some followings due to consistent growth, quick community growth and a roadmap that is creating […]

Author: Cryptopolitan
Is the AI bubble about to burst? How can tech giants repeat the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis?

Is the AI bubble about to burst? How can tech giants repeat the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis?

Author: Bruce Introduction: The Hidden Shadows Beneath the AI Boom We are living in an exciting era, with the AI revolution permeating every corner of life at an astonishing pace, promising a more efficient and intelligent future. However, a worrying signal has recently emerged: OpenAI, one of the world's most prominent AI companies, has publicly requested federal loan guarantees from the US government to support its massive infrastructure expansion, which could cost over one trillion dollars. This is not just an astronomical figure, but a stark warning. If the financial blueprint supporting this AI boom bears a striking resemblance to the structure of the 2008 financial crisis, which nearly devastated the global economy over a decade ago, how should we interpret this? While the prospects of the AI industry and its potential for technological revolution are exciting, recent market activity has revealed unsettling signals of financial stress. The underlying structure of its capital operations bears a striking resemblance to several historical financial crises, particularly the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis. This article will delve into the capital cycles, leverage operations, and risk transfer issues behind these warning signs, penetrating the market narrative to stress-test the financial structure supporting current AI valuations. Ultimately, we will assess the nature of the risks, their potential outcomes, and propose investor strategies. Warning signs emerge: Early warning signals centered around Oracle In the current boom led by AI technology, market sentiment is generally optimistic, and the stock prices of tech giants are hitting new highs. However, just as experienced miners would take a canary down the mine to warn of toxic gases, in a seemingly bright market, abnormal financial indicators of individual companies can often become the "canary in the mine" that reveals potential systemic risks to the entire industry. The canary in the mine Oracle, a long-established tech giant, is making a high-stakes gamble. To challenge Amazon, Microsoft, and Google's dominance in the AI data center field, it is investing hundreds of billions of dollars in expansion at the cost of extremely high debt, including the "Stargate" super data center project in partnership with OpenAI. Its debt-to-equity ratio has reached a staggering 500%, meaning its total debt is five times its net assets. In comparison, Amazon's debt-to-equity ratio is only 50%, and Microsoft's is even lower. Simply put, Oracle is betting almost its entire fortune and even its future value in this AI race. Debt levels of US tech giants This alarm is known as Credit Default Swap (CDS). The most critical recent signal is the surge in CDS spreads—the premiums insured against the potential fire of Oracle's "debt default"—reaching their highest levels in years. We can think of a CDS as a form of financial insurance: Imagine your neighbor (Oracle) is constantly piling up flammable materials in his basement (mountains of debt). You're very worried that his house will catch fire, potentially affecting yours. So, you find an insurance company and buy fire insurance for your neighbor's house out of your own pocket. In the financial world, this insurance contract is a CDS, and the premium you pay is the price (spread) of the CDS. A surge in premiums means the insurance company believes the risk of fire has increased dramatically. This phenomenon sends a clear message: the market's top and most astute financial institutions generally believe that Oracle's default risk is rising sharply, rooted in the "mountain of debt, like dynamite," on its balance sheet. Oracle's debt alarm is like a small crack in the earth's surface, but it hints at violent tectonic shifts deep beneath. What structural risks are hidden within this capital operation model that drives the entire AI industry? Deep Financial Structure: The "Infinite Money Loop" Game Among AI Giants The financial pressure on a single company is merely the tip of the iceberg. When we broaden our perspective from Oracle to the entire AI ecosystem, a deeper, structural risk emerges. The real risk lies in a unique capital operation model among AI industry giants—a financial game that appears to be able to turn lead into gold, but is in fact extremely fragile. This is the closed-loop capital game known as the "infinite money cycle," which inflates revenue bubbles out of thin air, constructing a seemingly prosperous but ultimately vulnerable financial system. To understand this model more clearly, we can simplify it into a "three friends starting a business" model: Step 1: Chip giant Nvidia (Mr. A) invests $100 in AI star company OpenAI (Mr. B). Step 2: OpenAI (Mr. B) immediately paid the full 100 yuan to Oracle (Mr. C), ostensibly to purchase its expensive cloud computing services. Step 3: After receiving the 100 yuan, Oracle (Mr. C) quickly used it all to purchase powerful super chips from the original investor, Nvidia (Mr. A). Unlimited funds game After this cycle, the 100 yuan returned to Nvidia. However, although the funds were merely circulating internally without any actual purchases from external customers, the financial statements of the three companies all "magically" generated 100 yuan in revenue each. This made their financial reports exceptionally impressive, thus strongly supporting their high stock prices and market valuations. The fatal flaw of this model lies in the fact that the entire game is not built on solid customer demand, but rather relies entirely on the promises made by the participants and ever-expanding credit. Once any link in the cycle breaks—for example, if Oracle becomes unable to repay its loans due to excessive debt—the entire seemingly prosperous system could collapse instantly. This closed-loop capital cycle, which collectively inflates income bubbles through insider trading, is not a financial innovation; its structure bears a striking resemblance to certain pre-financial crisis practices, inevitably reminding us of that storm that nearly destroyed the global economy. Echoes of History: Five Striking Similarities Between the Current AI Financial Structure and the 2008 Subprime Crisis Current financial phenomena are not isolated. When we piece together Oracle's debt warnings with the capital cycles among AI giants, market observers who experienced the 2008 financial crisis will feel a sense of déjà vu. The following systematic analysis dissects five key commonalities between current financial operations in the AI field and the core elements that led to the 2008 global financial crisis, revealing that history may be repeating itself in a new form. Comparing the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis with the current AI bubble These five striking similarities paint a disturbing picture. However, history never simply repeats itself. Before we hastily equate the AI bubble with the subprime crisis, we must answer a core question: At the heart of this storm, are the "assets" used as collateral fundamentally different in nature? 2008 subprime mortgage crisis Key Difference Analysis: Why This Might Not Be a Simple Repeat of 2008 While the aforementioned similarities are alarming, it would be simplistic to equate the current AI wave with the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis. History may have its rhythms, but it doesn't simply repeat itself. Beneath the striking similarities lie three fundamental differences that could determine the ultimate trajectory and scope of this potential crisis. The core assets were fundamentally different: In 2008, the core assets were non-productive residential real estate. For the vast majority of homeowners, the property itself did not generate cash flow to repay the loan. The entire game was sustained by a fragile belief: "House prices will always rise." Once this belief was shattered, the entire credit chain collapsed. The core assets of AI today are productive data centers and GPUs. Data centers and GPUs are typical productive assets, veritable "golden geese." Their sole purpose is to generate direct cash flow by providing computing power services. Therefore, the key question has shifted from "whether asset prices will fall" to "whether the speed at which assets generate cash flow can outpace their financing and operating costs." This fundamental shift is the crucial dividing line that downgrades this potential crisis from a "systemic risk threatening the global banking system" to a "devastating internal reshuffling of the technology industry." The creditworthiness of the borrowers differed: In 2008, borrowers were subprime individuals. The powder keg that ignited the crisis consisted of individual borrowers with unstable incomes and extremely poor credit records, who lacked the genuine ability to repay their debts from the outset. Current AI lenders: Top tech companies. The current frenzy of lending in the AI field is primarily driven by the world's wealthiest and most profitable companies, such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. Their debt repayment capabilities far surpass those of subprime borrowers of the past. The Difference in Regulatory Environments: We live in a "post-2008" world. Following that global crisis, the global financial regulatory system has been patched with a series of significant measures. Banks are required to hold more capital to address potential risks, and central banks and other regulatory bodies are now more inclined to "intervene proactively" rather than reacting reactively as they did back then. Based on the above three key differences, we can draw an important conclusion: even if the AI bubble eventually bursts, its outcome is unlikely to be a systemic financial crisis like the one that destroyed the global banking system in 2008. Instead, it is more likely to evolve into another famous crisis pattern in history: a "2000 dot-com bubble 2.0" for the technology industry. Risk Assessment and Outlook: Is this the "Dot-com Bubble 2.0 of 2000" for the tech industry? Based on the preceding analysis of the similarities and differences between the AI financial structure and the 2008 crisis, we can make a more accurate qualitative assessment and forecast of the potential risks in the current AI field. The conclusion is that if a crisis does occur, its pattern will be closer to the bursting of the dot-com bubble in 2000 than the global financial tsunami of 2008. Based on this assessment, the ultimate outcome of this potential crisis is more likely to be a crisis primarily confined to the technology industry. Once the bubble bursts, we may see a large number of AI companies relying on "stories" and debt collapse; tech stocks will experience a painful decline; and countless investors' wealth will vanish. The pain will be intense, but it is highly unlikely to drag the entire world down with it. Its impact is relatively limited because the risk is mainly concentrated on equity investors and the technology supply chain, rather than penetrating the balance sheets of the global banking system through complex financial derivatives as in 2008, thus avoiding a systemic credit freeze. Having clarified the nature of the risk and its possible outcomes, the most critical question for investors now is no longer "whether it will collapse," but rather "how to cope." Investor Response Strategy: Seeking Opportunities Amidst Vigilance Faced with a potential industry crisis, the core task for investors is not panic selling and exiting the market, but rather rational risk management and portfolio optimization. Now is not the time to run away, but rather to carefully prune the portfolio like a shrewd gardener. The following three specific and actionable strategies aim to help investors remain vigilant while protecting existing gains and positioning themselves for the future. Strategy 1: Review and categorize your AI stock holdings: First, you must clearly categorize the AI-related stocks you hold in order to assess their respective risk levels: Core players: such as Nvidia and Google. These companies have substantial financial resources, and their AI investments are primarily driven by their strong profits and cash flow, making them the most resilient participants. High-Risk Challengers: Such as Oracle. These companies attempt to "leapfrog" through massive borrowing, which may bring high returns, but they are also extremely vulnerable and are the most susceptible to potential crises. Investment Warning: For stocks like Oracle that have already experienced a round of "pump and dump," do not attempt to "buy the dip" until a new narrative emerges to support a higher valuation. The selling pressure from those who bought in earlier is enormous, making entry at this point extremely risky. Strategy Two: Think like a bank and "insure" your investment portfolio: Learn from the hedging strategies of smart financial institutions and "insure" your investment portfolio. For ordinary investors, the simplest and most effective hedging method is not complex options trading, but rather partial profit-taking. It's advisable to sell some of the stocks that have seen the largest gains, especially those high-risk stocks driven by "narratives," turning paper wealth into cash. This isn't a sign of pessimism about the long-term future of AI, but rather a mature investor's approach to protecting existing profits. Strategy 3: Diversify your investments and avoid putting all your eggs in one basket: It is recommended to reallocate some of the profits gained from AI stocks to more stable asset classes to diversify risk. Possible directions include more defensive assets such as high-dividend stocks, or traditional safe-haven assets such as gold and government bonds. For those seeking to maintain exposure to the technology sector while diversifying risk, broader, more comprehensive index tools such as the Nasdaq 100 ETF (QQQ) should be used instead of over-concentrating on a single high-risk stock. Conclusion: Standing at the crossroads of genuine innovation and financial illusion AI is undoubtedly a technological revolution that will profoundly change all of us—that much is certain. However, its current trajectory is supported by some fragile financial structures. This places us at a critical crossroads. The real question is: do we build this bright future on the foundation of genuine innovation and sound finances, or on a fragile sandcastle built from revolving credit and financial illusions? The answer to this question will not only determine the ultimate direction of this AI feast but will also profoundly impact the financial destiny of each and every one of us in the coming years. In summary, the AI industry is showing signs of debt-driven financial vulnerability, and its capital operation model bears disturbing similarities to historical financial bubbles. This necessitates an immediate shift in our investment strategy from "opportunity-driven" to "risk management-first." Remain vigilant, but do not panic. Our primary tasks now are to optimize portfolio structure, lock in realized profits, and comprehensively improve the quality and resilience of our holdings.

Author: PANews