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Volkswagen to deploy China-exclusive AI in cars from H2 2026, with Horizon Robotics, enabling navigation, reservations, and parking; aims to boost software leadership and price competitiveness in China, launching 20+ new electrified models in China and 50 globally by 2030. Abstract: Volkswagen announced at a Beijing event on April 21 that it will embed an AI assistant into its Chinese-market vehicles starting in the second half of 2026, using a China-exclusive electronic architecture developed with Horizon Robotics. The AI system surpasses conventional voice assistants by performing multi-step tasks such as locating and reserving restaurants, providing navigation, and coordinating parking. Volkswagen China CEO Ralf Brandstätter described the platform as part of the automaker's strategy to close the software gap with local rivals and to mitigate pricing pressures in the world's largest EV market. The plan accompanies an aggressive product roll-out, including more than 20 new electrified models in China and about 50 globally by 2030, signaling a renewed emphasis on software-enabled differentiation in its global electrification push.

Gate News message, April 22 — Meta announced on April 21 that it has begun construction of a new data center in Oklahoma, a project worth more than $1 billion as the company expands computing infrastructure for AI. The facility is Meta's first data center in Oklahoma and its 28th in the United

Suilend confirms normal market operations and secure user funds, while the team monitors another protocol's security incident and plans further updates. Abstract: Suilend reports normal market activity and secure funds, with ongoing monitoring of a separate protocol's security incident and forthcoming updates.

France faces €4–6B losses from the Iran conflict, driven by higher energy costs and €3.6B in borrowing costs, with a €6B spending freeze and new energy measures to avoid broad budget cuts.

Abstract: NHN KCP and NH Bank signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to jointly build a stablecoin-based payment ecosystem and next-generation digital payment infrastructure in South Korea, aiming to fuse KCP’s network with NH Bank’s credibility to create interoperable payment and settlement models, expand merchant networks, and enable stablecoin payments across retail and corporate platforms while addressing regulatory changes. Summary: NHN KCP and NH Bank sign an MOU to co-develop a stablecoin-based payment ecosystem, leveraging KCP's network and NH Bank's credibility to enable interoperable digital payments across merchants and platforms.

Gate News message, April 22 — Australia's eSafety Commissioner issued legally enforceable notices on April 22 to Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite, and Steam, requiring them to disclose how they protect children from sexual grooming and prevent radicalisation. The notices cover safety systems, staffing, a

Gate News message, April 22 — CATL's Chief Technology Officer Gao Huan announced today that the company's sodium-ion battery technology has completed its validation phase. The batteries achieve a driving range of 300 kilometers on extended-range vehicle

Trump Media appoints Kevin J. McGurn as interim CEO, replacing Devin Nunes; he will oversee social media, streaming, and M&A. Abstract: The article announces Kevin J. McGurn's appointment as interim CEO of Trump Media & Technology Group, effective immediately, succeeding Devin Nunes. It notes McGurn's prior consulting work since December 2024 and his remit across social media, streaming, and mergers and acquisitions.

Gate News message, April 22 — NeoCognition, an AI startup founded by Ohio State professor Yu Su, has emerged from stealth with a $40 million seed round led by Cambium Capital and Walden Catalyst Ventures. Vista Equity Partners also participated in the round, with angel investors including Intel

Gate News message, April 22 — Google is consolidating AI coding tools under its Antigravity platform as internal concerns grow that the company is trailing Anthropic and OpenAI in software development capabilities. The move addresses fragmentation in Google's Gemini capabilities, which are

Abstract: U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel Paparo told a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing that Bitcoin's proof-of-work is a valuable computer science tool with important cybersecurity applications, capable of increasing the cost of cyberattacks and protecting data and command signals, thereby supporting national security. The piece notes echoes of Jason Lowery's 2023 warnings about Bitcoin's security implications. Summary: Admiral Paparo told Congress that Bitcoin's proof-of-work enhances cybersecurity and national security by deterring attacks and protecting data, a view aligned with Jason Lowery's 2023 remarks.

Crypto markets saw $420 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, with short positions totaling $285 million and longs $135 million.

Gate News message, April 22 — Solana-based meme coin MAGA (Make Aliens Great Again) reached a peak market capitalization of $25 million today, marking an all-time high. The token is currently trading at $20 million with a 24-hour gain of 200% and trading volume of approximately $8.9 million. The

Gate News message, April 22 — Hyperliquid announced the launch of USDAI (CHIP) perpetual contract trading, offering up to 3x leverage.

Gate News: According to the latest Gate TradFi data, TW88 (MSCI Taiwan) has surged by 1.5% in a short period. Current volatility is significantly higher than recent averages, indicating increased market

Abstract: Ethena has re-enabled LayerZero cross-chain bridging for sUSDe and USDe after a prior suspension, updated DVN configuration across chains to 4/4 to strengthen security, and kept the $10 million/hour transfer cap. Summary: Ethena restored LayerZero cross-chain bridging for sUSDe/USDe after suspension, updated DVN to 4/4 across chains to boost security; cross-chain transfers remain capped at $10M/hour.

Gate News4月22日 says the Seychelles exchange has launched IPO Prime, a tokenized IPO pre-investment channel. The first batch is related to SpaceX, issued on Solana by Republic; the tokens do not confer equity, voting, or dividends, but instead track a reference index tied to post-listing valuations. During the short subscription window, investors pledge stablecoins; after issuance, the tokens can be traded on the spot market, which is shorter than the lock-up period of a traditional IPO. Industry analysts say this is part of a broader trend in the "aggregation era," consolidating more investors and platforms for continuous trading.

Gate News message, April 22 — According to Onchain Lens, a trader who purchased 44.027 billion FLORK tokens three years ago for $3,936 is now sitting on a position worth $408,000. The unrealized gains on the investment exceed $404,000, representing a return of over 10,300% on the initial

Summary: Lazarus Group released a native macOS malware toolkit named Mach-O Man, aimed at crypto platforms and high-value executives; SlowMist warns users to exercise caution against attacks. Abstract: The article reports that the Lazarus Group has unveiled Mach-O Man, a macOS-native malware toolkit aimed at cryptocurrency platforms and high-value executives. SlowMist warns users to exercise caution to mitigate potential attacks.

Gate News message, April 22 — Jeff Bezos' AI company Project Prometheus is close to finalizing a $10 billion fundraising round from JPMorgan, BlackRock, and other institutional investors, according to The Financial Times, citing people familiar with the matter. The funding round values the company a