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Taiko Launches First Based Rollup on Ethereum with Vitalik Proposing Inaugural Block

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Taiko Labs has launched its mainnet this morning.Ethereum‘s co-founder Vitalik Buterin proposed the very first block in an Ethereum transaction.Vitalik expressed his excitement and anticipation for Taiko’s mainnet launch, praising it as the first based rollup and emphasizing its innovative approach that benefits Ethereum by exploring new possibilities for scaling and decentralization.Taiko is introducing the Trailblazer incentive program with 10% TKO total supply as participation incentives over the coming years.Since its inception in 2022, Taiko has secured $37M in funding and developed the Based Contestable Rollup (BCR), which minimizes costs, strengthens decentralization and enhances security through a multi-proof system.Taiko now has the largest Discord community in the blockchain space.

NEW YORK and LONDON and SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Taiko, a based rollup protocol designed to scale Ethereum natively, is now live on mainnet. This milestone was marked by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin proposing the first block, embedded with the names of all Taiko core contributors.

Quote from Ethereum‘s co-founder Vitalik Buterin:

Vitalik expressed his excitement and anticipation for Taiko’s mainnet launch with this quote:

“I’m excited to see that Taiko is launching as a based rollup. Ethereum benefits from L2s taking a plurality of different approaches, and I appreciate them being among the first to go in this direction.”

Taiko’s launch on the Ethereum mainnet signifies a significant advancement in blockchain scalability. By leveraging the based rollup design, Ethereum block validators sequence transactions and blocks for Taiko, ensuring robust security and liveness guarantees from the base layer.

Quote from Ethereum Foundation’s researcher Justin Drake:

Justin also praised Taiko’s mainnet launch, highlighting its innovative solution to the centralized sequencing problem. He said:

“Taiko is based. It is making a leap forward in the decentralization, credible neutrality, and composability of rollups. The L2 is trailblazing based sequencing, a form of decentralized sequencing where L1 proposers are enrolled for L2 transaction ordering.

Based sequencing is IMO the ultimate form of decentralized sequencing. By reusing the Ethereum base layer, based sequencing is the simplest to deploy and the simplest to reason about.

Based sequencing also means credibly neutral shared sequencing. This is key to synchronous composability across rollups and ultimately key to fixing Ethereum fragmentation.”

Quote from Taiko Labs’ co-founder Daniel Wang:

After years of development, Daniel Wang shares what the launch of the network means to him, saying:

“We’re thrilled to bring Taiko to the Ethereum mainnet. After more than two years of extensive development and testing, we are confident that Taiko offers a different rollup design, a securer and more efficient [Ethereum] scaling solution.”

Trailblazers

To celebrate this momentous launch, and to thank the growing community of over 1 million users, participants will be rewarded for their engagement within the Taiko network and ecosystem. This campaign is aptly named Trailblazers and will distribute 100M TKO tokens (10% of the total supply). The campaign will be divided into seasons continually allowing newcomers and long-term supporters alike to get a slice of the large token allocation. More details on the campaign will be released in the coming days.

Path to Decentralization

Since its inception in 2022, Taiko has secured $37M in funding and developed the Based Contestable Rollup (BCR), which minimizes costs, strengthens decentralization and enhances security through a multi-proof system.

Taiko’s development journey included seven testnets, each offering permissionless interaction. Initially, Taiko will act as the sole block proposer and prover for the first two weeks post-launch to ensure network stability. This phased approach prioritizes security and a smooth user experience.

After the network stabilizes, both proposing and proving blocks will become permissionless. Node running, an activity as important as proposing and proving, is already accessible to everyone.

“At this point, security and a smooth rollout is our top priority,” Daniel Wang emphasized. “By stabilizing the network first, we ensure a reliable foundation before opening it up to broader participation.”

The Taiko token (TKO) is needed for block proving as bonds, which means the token contract was deployed with the mainnet launch, however, the token will not begin to circulate outside the core nodes until the network has been deemed stable, which is estimated within a couple of weeks.

Taiko will be in the “training wheel mode” for a couple of years. Over this period, transferring ownership to a DAO and revoking all privileges from Taiko Labs and the core developers will be our primary goal.

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TCL Congratulates Spain’s National Football Team on a Historic Championship Victory

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TCL joins supporters across Spain in celebrating La Roja’s return to the summit of international football

PARIS, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TCL, a leading global consumer electronics brand and premium partner of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), congratulates the Spanish national football team, who picked up the biggest trophy of the summer this weekend.

Sixteen years after La Roja’s first triumph, Spain has once again delivered a defining moment in the country’s sporting history. Since 2023, TCL has supported the Royal Spanish Football Federation, sharing the passion for a sport capable of uniting generations and creating unforgettable moments for fans globally.

“Congratulations to La Roja on this extraordinary achievement. Their journey reflects the talent, determination and collective spirit that make football a powerful source of inspiration,” said Stefan Streit, CMO at TCL Europe. “As premium partner of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, we are proud to celebrate alongside supporters across Spain and help fans experience the games through the latest technologies.”

A Victory Shared Beyond the Stadium

At a time when entertainment is enjoyed across multiple devices, a major football final remains one of the few occasions that can gather families and friends around the same screen. These are the moments TCL builds its entertainment technology to serve.

The TCL SQD-Mini LED TV Series is designed to bring greater scale, detail and intensity to live sport, combining precise light control, vivid colour and immersive large-screen viewing. Paired with powerful home audio, TCL televisions help audiences follow the movement of the match, hear the energy of the crowd and experience every moment with greater impact.

Beyond home entertainment, TCL’s wider ecosystem of air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines and connected lifestyle products supports comfort throughout the home, whether families are preparing for the match, welcoming friends or celebrating together after the final whistle.

Supporting La Roja and the Power of Sport

TCL takes pride in its extensive sports sponsorships and in supporting leading national football teams across Europe.

As premium partner of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, TCL brings the passion and determination of La Roja closer to supporters while reinforcing its commitment to enhancing the way major sporting moments are experienced at home.

In Italy, TCL partners with the Federazione Italiana Giuoco Calcio, supporting the viewing experience for Azzurri fans. The company is also present in Germany as official partner of the German Football Association, alongside its support for the Polish, Czech and Slovak national football teams. TCL is also a global partner of Arsenal Football Club, extending its connection with football fans across international markets.

TCL’s commitment to sport also extends beyond football. Most recently, the company became a Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Partner through to 2032, supporting fan and athlete experiences across the Olympic and Paralympic Games. This reflects TCL’s long-term commitment to using technology to enhance the sporting experience and its belief in the power of sport to unite cultures, communities and generations.

Discover TCL products designed to elevate the home viewing experience: https://www.tcl.com/eu/en

About TCL

TCL Electronics specializes in the research, development and manufacturing of consumer electronics including TVs, mobile devices, audio devices, smart home products and appliances. Combining thoughtful design and innovative technology to inspire greatness, our lineup delivers must-have features and meaningful experiences. As one of the world’s largest consumer electronics brands, our vertically integrated supply chain, and state-of-the-art display panel factory help TCL deliver innovation for all. For more information, please visit: https://www.tcl.com

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Unlimited Systems Data Breach Exposes Patient Health and Personal Information: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Class Action Claims

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National data breach law firm offering free case evaluations to individuals whose personal and protected health information may have been exposed after an unauthorized actor accessed files maintained by healthcare software vendor Unlimited Technology Systems, LLC.

NEWTOWN, Pa., July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the Unlimited Systems data breach, a cybersecurity incident that exposed personal and protected health information maintained by Unlimited Technology Systems, LLC (“Unlimited”), a healthcare practice management software and revenue cycle management company. Unlimited disclosed the incident in a sample notice submitted to the Iowa Attorney General’s Office on July 1, 2026, after determining that an unauthorized actor had accessed files containing the personal and health information of patients served through its practice management software.

What Happened

On October 19, 2025, Unlimited Technology Systems detected unauthorized activity within its commercial data center and launched an investigation with the assistance of a cybersecurity forensic firm. That investigation determined that, between October 5, 2025, and October 10, 2025, an unauthorized actor accessed files and may have obtained copies of personal information belonging to patients of the healthcare providers Unlimited serves. Unlimited states that it notified law enforcement and conducted a review of the data involved, and it later disclosed the incident to state regulators, including through a sample notice submitted to the Iowa Attorney General’s Office on July 1, 2026. The total number of individuals affected nationwide has not been publicly disclosed.

Information Exposed

The Unlimited Systems data breach may have compromised both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI). The PII potentially involved includes names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, email and mailing addresses, phone numbers, demographic information, and scanned documents such as copies of driver’s licenses or other government identification, insurance cards, and intake forms. The PHI potentially involved includes health insurance policy numbers, claims and benefits information, medical record numbers, dates of service, and diagnosis information.

Who Is Behind the Unlimited Systems Data Breach?

As of Unlimited’s disclosure, no data extortion or ransomware group has publicly claimed responsibility for the attack, and Unlimited has not publicly identified the responsible threat actor.

Who May Be Impacted

Patients of healthcare providers that use Unlimited Technology Systems’ practice management software — including individuals who receive notice that their information was involved in the incident — may face an increased risk of identity theft and fraud.

Your Legal Options

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action to pursue legal remedies on behalf of individuals whose sensitive personal and protected health information may have been compromised in the Unlimited Systems breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.

Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation

Speak confidentially with a data privacy attorney today: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940; Phone: 844-696-7492 ext. 2; Email: medelson@edelson-law.com; Web: www.edelson-law.com. Or click HERE to request a free consultation.

Recommended Protective Steps

Review account statements, credit reports, and explanation-of-benefits statements from your health insurer regularly, and remain vigilant for suspicious activity. If Unlimited Technology Systems offered you complimentary identity monitoring services through Kroll, consider enrolling using the activation code and verification ID included in your notification letter before the deadline stated in the notice. Confirm whether your information was involved in the incident and preserve any letters or emails you received about the breach. Consider placing fraud alerts and credit monitoring, and consider requesting an IRS Identity Protection PIN to guard against tax-related fraud. Those with questions may also call the dedicated assistance line at 844-576-3063.

About Unlimited Technology Systems

Unlimited Technology Systems, LLC is a healthcare software and revenue cycle management company based in Montgomery, Ohio. It provides practice management software to healthcare organizations and providers and processes data on their behalf, which is why patients of those providers may be affected by this incident even without a direct relationship with the company.

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to data breach litigation, the firm handles class and collective actions involving securities and investment fraud, federal antitrust violations, ERISA employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud

Media and Partnership Inquiries: Use the contact information above to connect with our team regarding interviews, co-counsel opportunities, and referral partnerships.

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Binance Further Expands VIP Access with Updated Holder and OTC Criteria

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Lower Holder VIP 3 threshold and OTC Spot Volume recognition make VIP progression more accessible

ABU DHABI, UAE, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Binance today announced further updates to its VIP Program criteria, lowering the VIP 3 Wallet Assets threshold and integrating OTC Spot Trading Volume into Spot Trading Volume calculations for VIP qualification.

The updates build on Binance’s March 2026 VIP Program refresh, which lowered selected VIP thresholds and introduced new pathways to recognize high-value users earlier in their journey. The latest changes are designed to make VIP status more accessible for eligible holders and to better recognize users who are active across both Spot and OTC trading.

Effective July 21, 2026 at 08:00 UTC, the Wallet Assets requirement for VIP 3 will be reduced from $3,000,000 to $1,000,000. The change enables more eligible holders to access VIP 3 benefits, including applicable VIP fee rates, priority support, higher limits, advanced insights, event invitations, and other VIP-only benefits.

Binance is also updating how OTC Spot Trading Volume contributes to VIP qualification. From the same effective date, OTC Spot Trading Volume will count at a 4x multiplier toward Spot Trading Volume. For example, $1 million in OTC Spot Trading Volume will count as $4 million toward the applicable Spot Trading Volume threshold.

In addition, OTC-related VIP qualification will no longer be capped at VIP 4. By incorporating OTC Spot Trading Volume into the broader Spot Trading Volume metric, eligible users may now progress through the full VIP framework up to VIP 9, subject to meeting the applicable BNB Balance and qualification requirements.

“We continue to refine the Binance VIP Program to better reflect how our users engage across the platform,” said Catherine Chen, Head of VIP and Institutional at Binance. “By lowering the VIP 3 asset holding threshold and recognizing OTC Spot Trading Volume within Spot Volume qualification, we are creating a more flexible and accessible path for users to progress through VIP tiers while maintaining clear, measurable criteria.”

There are no changes to VIP trading fees as part of this update. Users who qualify under the new criteria will be automatically upgraded daily at 08:00 UTC to the corresponding VIP tier. If a user qualifies under multiple criteria, their VIP level will reflect the highest level they meet.

Users can view their latest VIP level in the My VIP Mobile Hub. Full details on the updated VIP Program criteria are available on Binance.

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About Binance

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 320 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means. For more information, visit: https://www.binance.com.

About Binance VIP & Institutional

Binance VIP & Institutional empowers institutions and private wealth clients with robust asset management infrastructure, personalized VIP services and advanced end-to-end institutional trading tools on the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. With deep financial services experience in both traditional and crypto markets, its global team of trusted experts provides VIP & Institutional clients with the support they need to confidently capitalize on the industry’s deepest liquidity and tightest markets.

For more information, visit: https://www.binanceinstitutional.com

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