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Six bugs in a row: how MAYAChain lost 20 BTC and $10.9 million in pool value
MAYAChain experienced a significant loss of 20.83 bitcoin, valued at approximately $1.34 million, due to a series of six software bugs. These bugs created a phantom balance in a liquidity pool, leading to an attacker withdrawing assets and causing the total value of MAYAChain's liquidity pools to fall by $10.9 million. The protocol has halted trading to address the issue and is considering options for recovery, including a bug bounty appeal and potential investments.
MoonPay puts a non-custodial Solana wallet inside ChatGPT and Claude with PayBox
MoonPay has launched PayBox, a non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet that integrates with AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude. This allows users to manage crypto assets, trade, and make purchases directly within chat interfaces across multiple blockchains including Solana and Ethereum. The system uses multi-party computation for key security and offers two permission modes for transactions.
RealGo Collaborates with Bitget Wallet to Improve DeFi Access and Web3 Gaming
RealGo has partnered with Bitget Wallet to enhance its Web3 gaming platform by improving security and user-friendliness for managing digital assets. This collaboration aims to leverage Bitget's extensive community of over 12 million users to expand RealGo's reach and make Web3 gaming more accessible.
Somnia Network Becomes Agentic L1 with Live Agents and On
Somnia has rebranded to an Agentic Layer 1 blockchain, shifting its focus to AI agents as its core infrastructure. With Peter Lipka now serving as CEO, the platform aims to integrate AI computations directly into its blockchain framework, enabling smart contracts to perform real-time API queries and operate AI models. This strategic pivot, supported by new leadership and technical innovations like MultiStream Consensus, positions Somnia for specialized applications in diverse sectors including gaming and DeFi.
Creator Chain Mainnet Debuts with Gaming and DeFi Apps
Creator Chain has launched its mainnet, a new EVM-compatible Layer 2 blockchain utilizing Ethereum as its native gas token. The platform debuts with three applications: ZTX Mafia Game, Creator Launchpad for ERC-20 tokens, and a decentralized prediction platform for ZEPETO users. The network aims to support a wide range of creators and developers with its ZK technology infrastructure.
GalaPump Referral Initiative: Earn $GALA by Referring Friends on GalaChain
Gala Games launched the GalaPump Referral Program on March 10, 2026, allowing GalaChain wallet users to earn $GALA by referring friends who complete transactions. This initiative is part of Gala's broader DeFi ecosystem, which includes GalaSwap and integrates gaming, music, and film sectors.
