Tech Trends for March 12, 2025

Below is a concise roundup of today's top trends in AI, Web3, and Hedera news. Each section highlights key developments, complete with links to the full articles.

AI News

  • Nunu.ai raises $6M for AI agents dubbed ‘unembodied minds’ for game testing
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    Nunu.ai has raised $6 million to develop AI agents—termed "Unembodied Minds"—designed to test games and potentially control any body as needed.

  • OpenAI unveils Responses API, open source Agents SDK, letting developers build their own Deep Research and Operator
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    OpenAI now allows developers to directly integrate web search, file search, and computer use functions into their projects through a new API and open source SDK.

  • Anthropic’s stealth enterprise coup: How Claude 3.7 is becoming the coding agent of choice
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    Anthropic is targeting the enterprise sector with Claude 3.7 Sonnet, which recently set benchmark records for coding performance.

  • OpenStack comes to the Linux Foundation
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    A major step for open source infrastructure as OpenStack is joining forces with the Linux Foundation.

Web3 News

  • OKX Europe Acquires MiFID II-Licensed Company in Malta
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    OKX Europe strengthens its position in the regulatory-compliant market by acquiring a MiFID II-licensed firm in Malta.

  • Crypto ETFs Likely Won't Be Approved Until New SEC Chair Is Sworn In
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    Insights suggest that approval for new crypto ETFs might be put on hold until the appointment of a new SEC chair.

  • XRP Token Rises After Report That Ripple's Close to Wrapping Up SEC Case
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    XRP experienced a surge following reports that Ripple nears a resolution with the SEC.

  • Lukka and CoinDesk Indices to Offer Composite Ether Staking Rate
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    CESR (CoinDesk Indices) and Lukka are teaming up to offer a new composite rate for Ether staking.

  • Bitcoin Miner Bitdeer Increases BTC Holdings by 75% to 1,039 BTC in Two Months
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    Bitdeer has boosted its Bitcoin holdings by 75%, signaling strong confidence amidst ongoing market fluctuations.

Hedera News

  • CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Hedera (HBAR) Gains 4.4% as Index Inches Higher
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    Hedera (HBAR) saw a notable gain of 4.4% in the latest CoinDesk 20 Performance Update.

  • Price analysis 3/12: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, ADA, DOGE, PI, LEO, HBAR
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    Detailed analysis covering key cryptocurrencies including Hedera is available for those tracking market trends.

  • What Makes Hedera Special? Top Apps Building on HBAR
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    Discover the innovative applications being developed on Hedera’s HBAR platform and what sets it apart.

  • Hedera’s integration with RWA.xyz happening soon!
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    Exciting integration news as Hedera prepares to link up with RWA.xyz, expanding its ecosystem.

  • SEC acknowledges Hedera HBAR ETF filing from Nasdaq, Grayscale
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    The SEC has officially recognized the Hedera HBAR ETF filing, a move backed by Nasdaq and Grayscale.

Stay tuned for further updates as the tech landscape continues to evolve. Each of these developments plays a significant role in shaping the future of AI, Web3, and blockchain technologies.