ByteDance has denied reports of offering 100 million yuan to recruit ex-researcher Guo Daya. VP Li Liang confirmed that all technical staff have the same compensation structure and recent hires did not exceed 100 million yuan, although options might yield significant returns over time.

Emi Yoshikawa has launched Across Ventures Fund I, a $100 million fund backed by SBI Holdings, focusing on blockchain, fintech, and deep tech investments. Meanwhile, April 2026 marks significant XRP adoption in Japan, with SBI Ripple Asia's token issuance and successful bank pilots showcasing the benefits of XRP.