ChainCatcher news, according to SolidIntel, Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio stated that holding Bitcoin is a hedge against inflation.

ChainCatcher news, focusing on meme coins and decentralized innovation, the blockchain platform MemeCore has completed a token round financing, with participation from Waterdrip Capital, CatcherVC, and IBC Group. This financing marks an important step for MemeCore in building its ecosystem and integrating blockchain technology with meme culture.In addition to investment, MemeCore will also engage in further collaboration with Waterdrip Capital, CatcherVC, and IBC Group to explore potential strategic partnerships. These collaborations may include ecosystem expansion plans, joint development of blockchain infrastructure, and establishing partnerships with the rich portfolio projects of the three institutions. With the professional resources and industry influence of these investment firms, MemeCore aims to enhance the utility of its ecosystem, strengthen market positioning, and drive widespread adoption in the Web3 space.MemeCore CEO Jun stated, "MemeCore is committed to creating a decentralized 'playground' that empowers the meme community and blockchain projects. The support from Waterdrip Capital, CatcherVC, and IBC Group not only recognizes our vision but also provides us with strategic guidance and industry resources to accelerate our growth. We look forward to closely collaborating with our new partners to drive meaningful innovation and create long-term value for our ecosystem."

ChainCatcher news, Bridgewater founder Dalio recently stated that the current global monetary system is based on debt, and governments may devalue their currencies through inflation or low-interest rate policies. Investors should consider whether there is an alternative currency that does not rely on debt and is relatively stable. He believes Bitcoin could be one of the candidates and may play an important role in the future, but emphasized that "money is essentially also debt," and a true alternative currency still needs further exploration.Dalio pointed out that Bitcoin's advantage as a safe-haven asset lies in its strong liquidity; unlike real estate, it is not fixed in one place, making it harder to tax or confiscate. However, he also stressed that the diversity and robustness of investments are more important.When asked about his views on gold, Dalio stated that he is more optimistic about gold than ever before, but advised investors to remain restrained. He believes the future is full of uncertainties, and investors need to build a diversified portfolio to cope with it. He suggested a "cautious" gold allocation of 10% to 15%, which can provide protection while avoiding excessive reliance on a single asset. He emphasized that a reasonable asset allocation is an important strategy to deal with future uncertainties.

ChainCatcher news, according to Jinshi reports, Ray Dalio, the founder of the world's largest hedge fund Bridgewater, recently warned the Trump administration that if it does not immediately commit to reducing the deficit, the United States may face a significant debt crisis within the next three years. Dalio stated, "It's like a heart attack------you are gradually approaching danger. My guess is about three years, with a margin of error of about a year."In the face of currency devaluation risks, Dalio believes that investors must seek "alternatives with stable supply." He specifically pointed out the advantages of Bitcoin: "Unlike real estate, Bitcoin cannot be easily seized or taxed."When asked if he is more optimistic about gold than ever, he gave an affirmative answer: "The current environment indeed enhances the allocation value of gold------but I want to emphasize that no one can accurately predict the future; what investors need is to build a moderately diversified portfolio."Dalio suggested that an allocation of 10%-15% in gold in a theoretical investment portfolio falls within the "prudent" range: "A small amount of gold can provide protection and achieve diversification. The key is to avoid over-allocating to any asset."

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg, Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio has warned the Trump administration that committing to reduce the deficit now is crucial, or there will be a significant risk of a major debt crisis within three years. When discussing the potential devaluation risks of currency, Dalio stated that investors should consider "what are the alternative currencies with stable supply? Bitcoin could be part of that, possibly a large part of it."The reason Dalio favors Bitcoin as a safe haven is that it is not subject to restrictions like real estate and cannot be easily seized or taxed.

ChainCatcher news, the decentralized AI neural network algorithm protocol Uswap.ai announced the completion of a $1.5 million financing round, led by Waterdrip Capital.According to the introduction, Uswap is a decentralized AI neural network algorithm protocol that integrates AI Agents into decentralized exchanges (DEX) and on-chain trading, enabling the rapid creation of liquidity pools for various consensus assets, among other features.

ChainCatcher news, Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio discussed Bitcoin again in a recent "All-In" podcast interview, also mentioning the DeepSeek craze. He stated that he sees currency depreciation through market trends, especially relative to gold, Bitcoin, or other tangible assets. The more general situation is that all fiat currencies are depreciating, while gold, Bitcoin, or other hard assets are appreciating relatively. Bitcoin or other digital assets are a topic worth discussing; although commodities can hedge against inflation, they do not have a store of value function. People cannot hold oil or wheat as a wealth storage tool for the long term like they can with gold or Bitcoin.Ray Dalio revealed that he still holds some Bitcoin, but far less than gold. Bitcoin is one of his diversified investments, but he leans more towards gold because gold has several unique advantages:It can move freely between countries;Central banks around the world hold it as a reserve asset;It is harder to regulate than Bitcoin, allowing for more "private" ownership;Additionally, it is not easy to tax gold, whereas Bitcoin is different—regulators know the transaction paths of Bitcoin, making it easy to regulate and tax.

ChainCatcher news, Bridgewater's updated fourth quarter 13F holdings document shows that its total holdings at the end of the fourth quarter amounted to $21.8 billion, an increase of $4.1 billion compared to the third quarter.In terms of reductions, it sold 1.25 million shares of Nvidia (NVDA.O) and 750,000 shares of Google A in the fourth quarter, while also reducing its positions in Meta, Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon, with the largest reduction in Apple, reaching 40% or 410,000 shares. On the other hand, Bridgewater significantly increased its holdings in the S&P 500 ETF - SPDR by nearly 7.4 million shares, an increase of 883%, and also added to its positions in AMD, PayPal, eBay, Robinhood, and Qualcomm. Notably, Bridgewater also initiated a position in Tesla (TSLA.O) with 150,000 shares.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci stated on CNBC: "The current price of Bitcoin represents the price level that should have been in 2022... I think it will be a very good year for Bitcoin."

ChainCatcher news, according to citynews, the University of Waterloo announced that it has received a grant of 1 million USD (1.4 million CAD) from Interop Labs.This funding will help increase its research fund and establish a new artificial intelligence and blockchain research laboratory at the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, which will be called the "GENESIS Lab." The lab will provide 12 PhD positions and 6 undergraduate scholarships through the student-run organization Waterloo Blockchain.

ChainCatcher news, according to the Financial Times, SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci stated that the uncertainty of Trump's policies will trigger short-term market volatility, but Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies will still be long-term beneficiaries.Scaramucci emphasized that if banking institutions can custody cryptocurrencies, incorporate them into their balance sheets, and become major investors, this move will have a profound and powerful impact on the market.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio revealed that he holds a "small amount" of Bitcoin.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, U.S. House Financial Services Committee Democratic leader and California Congresswoman Maxine Waters responded to the concerns of many cryptocurrency users and lawmakers who accused Trump of launching a meme coin that undermines legitimate projects in the cryptocurrency industry.In a statement on January 20, Waters stated that Official Trump (TRUMP) represents "the worst side of crypto" and provides a case for regulators and policymakers to worry about the future of the cryptocurrency industry under the new presidential administration. She noted that after insiders of TRUMP sold off the tokens, investors would "pay the price," which has been accused of being a "rug pull."She also stated, "Even if buyers are deceived, the terms and conditions of the token prohibit them from filing a class-action lawsuit." She added, "The lack of transparency for buyers of this cryptocurrency is concerning. Through his meme coin, Trump has created a way to circumvent national security and anti-corruption laws, allowing parties to anonymously transfer funds to him and his inner circle."

ChainCatcher news, according to crypto.news, some industry insiders have expressed doubts about Trump's launch of the Meme coin TRUMP, including:Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, stated: "Trump's Meme coin is detrimental to the industry. Let's not kid ourselves. This is corruption on the level of Idi Amin (the 3rd President of Uganda)."Ben Meiselas, co-founder of Meidas Touch, mentioned that Trump could have focused on more urgent matters instead of launching a Meme coin.Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, also joined the discussion, comparing Trump's issuance of the Meme coin to the alleged "pump-and-dump" scheme of the influencer Haliey Welch with the Meme coin HAWK.

ChainCatcher news, Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, stated in an interview with Bankless that the U.S. Senate will approve a large-scale Bitcoin purchasing plan because "Trump wants this plan to happen, and he has already gained the support of the Senate Banking Committee."Anthony Scaramucci revealed that the strategic Bitcoin reserve bill previously proposed by Senator Cynthia Lummis has received enough support; however, he believes that the plan to purchase 1 million BTC is unrealistic. He expects the U.S. government to retain its current holdings of about 200,000 BTC and then purchase an additional 400,000 to 500,000 BTC.

ChainCatcher news, Trump made some promises to the crypto industry during his campaign, and whether he will make the U.S. government a holder or even a buyer of Bitcoin remains a hot topic. SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci stated, "I want to remind everyone, if you think that after January 20th next year a switch will be flipped and everything will get better, and the Bitcoin and digital asset community will thrive, you are mistaken; that's not how Washington works."

ChainCatcher news, Trump publicly supports the Bitcoin reserve plan, pushing the U.S. government to accumulate Bitcoin as a strategic asset. The plan has received support from political figures including Porter and Lummis, and has sparked bipartisan interest. Trump's endorsement gives political momentum to this previously marginalized concept, marking a watershed moment in the cryptocurrency market.California Democratic Congressman and Wyoming Republican Senator propose to include Bitcoin in the U.S. reserve assets, partially relying on America's gold reserves. However, critics argue that this could reinforce the U.S. financial dominance and pose a challenge to the decentralized nature of Bitcoin. Nevertheless, supporters believe this initiative helps address the debt crisis and promotes global financial innovation.

ChainCatcher news, according to official sources, the smart contract platform Waterfall Network has announced the completion of a new round of financing totaling $11.6 million, with investments from Bolt's Capital, Alpha Token Capital, and Enflux. This new funding will be used to strengthen the platform's infrastructure through node simplification and further improvements.