DOJ, international partners seize LockBit servers, provide decryptors

The government agencies announced that they seized numerous LockBit websites and control of servers used by the ransomware’s administrators, disrupting the ability of threat actors to encrypt networks and extort victims.
Parkview Health brings diabetic retinopathy tests closer to the patients

With help from a new point-of-care tool, even its lowest-performing clinics for diabetic retinopathy have met their retinal exam percentage completion goal.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority Sets Regulatory Standards for Tokenized Products

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has released a circular outlining regulatory standards for institutions selling and distributing tokenized products, aiming to promote innovation, ensure consumer and investor protection, and promote due diligence, transparency, and risk management. (Read More)
FDA approves sleep apnea tech from EnsoData, Samsung

Also: NIH awarded Mount Sinai researchers $4 million to develop an artificial intelligence-powered model to detect adverse outcomes of obstructive sleep apnea.
Mask Network (MASK) Bonfire Union Achieves $100 Million Milestone
Mask Network launches $100 million fund under Bonfire Union, supporting decentralized social networks and infrastructure, driving Web3 innovation, and contributing to Mastodon and Web3 education through $10 million builder initiative. (Read More)
Study Reveals Emoji Sentiments’ Impact on Crypto Markets

Researchers use AI to analyze emoji sentiment in cryptocurrency markets, providing insights into market dynamics and suggesting incorporating it into trading strategies to avoid market downturns. (Read More)
Digital Assets Soar to $67 Billion, Avalanche (AVAL), Polygon (MATIC) and Chainlink (LINK) Gain Momentum

Digital asset investment products saw record-breaking inflows of $2.45 billion, raising total assets under management to $67 billion, with Bitcoin dominating, benefiting major players like Avalanche, Polygon and Chainlink. (Read More)
FTX/Alameda’s Crypto Portfolio Valued at $1.19 Billio

Lookonchain’s analysis outlines the $1.19 billion worth of cryptocurrency holdings by bankrupt FTX/Alameda, with the FTT token leading at $482.98 million. As the crypto market experiences a bull run, these holdings, including BTC and ETH, could significantly influence the bankruptcy outcome. (Read More)
China Alerts on Foreign Mapping Firms Using Crypto Rewards for Sensitive Data Collection

The Chinese Ministry of State Security issues a warning about foreign mapping companies using cryptocurrency rewards to encourage unauthorized sensitive geographical data collection in China, posing a threat to national security. (Read More)
Binance Supports Starknet (STRK) Distribution for ETH Staking Users

Binance announces support for Starknet (STRK) distribution to ETH Staking users, with the snapshot taken on Sept 15, 2022. Distribution completion is expected within 30 days from Feb 20, 2024. (Read More)