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**HONG KONG, Hong Kong, February 20th, 2025/Chainwire/--**Hong Kong-based investment group Avenir Group has emerged as a major institutional player in the digital asset market, with its recent disclosure revealing a significant $599 million investment in Bitcoin ETFs. This strategic move not only underscores Avenir's confidence in the future of digital assets but also marks a pivotal moment in its brand evolution and business strategy. Avenir Group holds 11.3 million shares of IBIT, valued at approximately $599 million Leading Institutional Investment in Bitcoin ETFs Avenir Group's latest 13F filing revealed a significant increase in Bitcoin ETF exposure, positioning it as Asia's largest institutional holder of Bitcoin ETFs. As of December 31, Avenir owns 11.3 million shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), valued at approximately $599 million. This strategic investment makes Avenir the largest holder of Bitcoin ETFs in Asia, highlighting its commitment to digital assets and financial innovation. Institutional Surge in Bitcoin ETFs Accelerates Mainstream Adoption The latest SEC 13F filings reveal a growing institutional appetite for Bitcoin ETFs. According to K33 Research, institutional investors held 25.4% of spot Bitcoin ETF assets by Q4 2024, totaling $26.8 billion. Throughout the quarter, major institutions—including investment firms, hedge funds, banks, and pension funds—significantly increased their holdings. Originally established as Li Lin’s family office, Avenir Group has evolved into a leading investment group specializing in financial innovation and emerging technologies. The firm’s multi-asset, multi-strategy approach spans quantitative trading, public markets, private equity, and digital asset investments. Under its umbrella, DeepTrading operates independently as a high-frequency trading team, while the Avenir Foundation focuses on technology education and innovation. Avenir Group firmly believes that the convergence of digital assets with traditional finance, alongside the fusion of financial innovation and emerging technologies, will redefine global markets. Committed to compliance and globalization, Avenir is strategically positioning itself to drive long-term, sustainable growth in the industry. With deep industry insights, exceptional investment performance, proprietary data models, and robust risk management systems, Avenir Group continues to pioneer new frontiers in Web3 and digital asset investments. Demonstrating a Commitment to the Crypto Ecosystem Avenir’s increased investment in Bitcoin ETFs aligns with its strategic initiatives to drive innovation in the digital asset market. In September 2024, the firm launched the $500 million Crypto Partnership Program to collaborate with top-tier quantitative trading teams worldwide. This program empowers high-performing teams with advanced technology to tackle key challenges in crypto trading. By fostering a technology-driven, highly efficient trading ecosystem, Avenir reinforces its commitment to the long-term growth and evolution of the global digital asset market. About Avenir Group Avenir Group, founded by Li Lin and named after the French word for "a better future," is a pioneering investment group specializing in investments in financial innovation and emerging technologies. With a global presence spanning the U.S., U.K., Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong, the firm leverages deep industry insights, outstanding performance, and self-developed data models and risk management systems, and maintains a leading position in the Web3 and digital asset sectors. The group also operates its sub-brand DeepTrading, which focuses on high-frequency trading in the cryptocurrency market and runs the Avenir Foundation, a philanthropic initiative dedicated to supporting technology education and innovation, fostering global technological development, and talent cultivation.  For more information, users can visit https://avenir.hk/. Contact Brand Representative Shawn Su Avenir Group shawn.su@avenir.hk This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here **HONG KONG, Hong Kong, February 20th, 2025/Chainwire/--**Hong Kong-based investment group Avenir Group has emerged as a major institutional player in the digital asset market, with its recent disclosure revealing a significant $599 million investment in Bitcoin ETFs. This strategic move not only underscores Avenir's confidence in the future of digital assets but also marks a pivotal moment in its brand evolution and business strategy. Avenir Group holds 11.3 million shares of IBIT, valued at approximately $599 million Leading Institutional Investment in Bitcoin ETFs Avenir Group's latest 13F filing revealed a significant increase in Bitcoin ETF exposure, positioning it as Asia's largest institutional holder of Bitcoin ETFs. As of December 31, Avenir owns 11.3 million shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), valued at approximately $599 million. This strategic investment makes Avenir the largest holder of Bitcoin ETFs in Asia, highlighting its commitment to digital assets and financial innovation. 13F filing 13F filing Institutional Surge in Bitcoin ETFs Accelerates Mainstream Adoption The latest SEC 13F filings reveal a growing institutional appetite for Bitcoin ETFs. According to K33 Research, institutional investors held 25.4% of spot Bitcoin ETF assets by Q4 2024, totaling $26.8 billion. Throughout the quarter, major institutions—including investment firms, hedge funds, banks, and pension funds—significantly increased their holdings. Originally established as Li Lin’s family office, Avenir Group has evolved into a leading investment group specializing in financial innovation and emerging technologies. The firm’s multi-asset, multi-strategy approach spans quantitative trading, public markets, private equity, and digital asset investments. Under its umbrella, DeepTrading operates independently as a high-frequency trading team, while the Avenir Foundation focuses on technology education and innovation. Avenir Group firmly believes that the convergence of digital assets with traditional finance, alongside the fusion of financial innovation and emerging technologies, will redefine global markets. Committed to compliance and globalization, Avenir is strategically positioning itself to drive long-term, sustainable growth in the industry. With deep industry insights, exceptional investment performance, proprietary data models, and robust risk management systems, Avenir Group continues to pioneer new frontiers in Web3 and digital asset investments. Demonstrating a Commitment to the Crypto Ecosystem Avenir’s increased investment in Bitcoin ETFs aligns with its strategic initiatives to drive innovation in the digital asset market. In September 2024, the firm launched the $500 million Crypto Partnership Program to collaborate with top-tier quantitative trading teams worldwide. This program empowers high-performing teams with advanced technology to tackle key challenges in crypto trading. By fostering a technology-driven, highly efficient trading ecosystem, Avenir reinforces its commitment to the long-term growth and evolution of the global digital asset market. 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Avenir Group Solidifies Position As Asia's Largest Bitcoin ETF Holder With $599 Million Stake

አቬኒር ግሩፕ እንደ እስያ ትልቁ የቢትኮይን ኢቲኤፍ ያዥ በ599 ሚሊዮን ዶላር ቦታ ያፀናል

Avenir Group consolida su posición como el mayor accionista de ETF de Bitcoin de Asia con una participación de 599 millones de dólares

קבוצת אווניר מגבשת את העמדה כמחזיקת תעודות הסל הביטקוין הגדולה באסיה עם החזקה של 599 מיליון דולר

एवेनिर ग्रुप ने 599 मिलियन डॉलर की हिस्सेदारी के साथ एशिया के सबसे बड़े बिटकॉइन ईटीएफ धारक के रूप में अपनी स्थिति मजबूत कर ली है

Grupa Avenir učvršćuje poziciju najvećeg držatelja Bitcoin ETF-a u Aziji s udjelom od 599 milijuna dolara

アベニール・グループ、5億9900万ドルの保有でアジア最大のビットコインETF保有者としての地位を固める

ກຸ່ມ Avenir ແຂງກະດ້າງຕໍາແຫນ່ງເປັນຜູ້ຖື Bitcoin ETF ທີ່ໃຫຍ່ທີ່ສຸດຂອງອາຊີດ້ວຍເງິນ 599 ລ້ານໂດລາ.

Avenir Group umacnia swoją pozycję jako największy posiadacz Bitcoin ETF w Azji, posiadając udziały o wartości 599 milionów dolarów

د ایونیر ګروپ د ۵۹۹ ملیون ډالرو ونډې سره د آسیا ترټولو لوی بټ کوین ETF لرونکی په توګه خپل دریځ پیاوړی کوي

Itsinda rya Avenir Rishimangira Umwanya Nka Aziya Nini ya Bitcoin ETF ifite imigabane ingana na miliyoni 599

அவெனிர் குழுமம் $599 மில்லியன் பங்குகளுடன் ஆசியாவின் மிகப்பெரிய பிட்காயின் ETF வைத்திருப்பவராக நிலையை உறுதிப்படுத்துகிறது.

Avenir Group 持股 5.99 亿美元，巩固亚洲最大比特币 ETF 持有者地位

BTCS Inc. (Nasdaq: BTCS) (“BTCS” or the “Company”), a leader in blockchain infrastructure and technology, is pleased to announce its partnership with Figment Inc. (“Figment”), one of the world’s foremost blockchain infrastructure providers, for the launch of its Staker Protection Plan. This solution is designed to enhance transaction inclusion and state preservation, addressing a critical pain point for traders and end-users who demand greater certainty for their high-value and time-sensitive transactions. WonderFi Technologies Inc. (TSX: WNDR) (OTCQB: WONDF) (“WonderFi”), a top digital asset company, will join as Figment's first customer in the pilot program. Partnership and Pilot Program Highlights This collaboration underscores BTCS and Figment’s shared commitment to advancing the blockchain ecosystem by addressing critical challenges in wider adoption. With WonderFi’s participation, stakers on the WonderFi-owned Bitbuy and Coinsquare platforms will be the first to enjoy the benefits of the program. The pilot program is anticipated to go live on mainnet in March 2025 in connection with Ethereum’s Pectra update. The Staker Protection Plan program is designed to deliver key benefits, including: Providing end-users with greater confidence that their transactions will be included in a particular block.
Addressing complexities and heightened risks of high-value transactions in cross-chain and cross-venue operations, ensuring timely and predictable trading outcomes.
Optimizing staking rewards rate (SRR) for stakers through improved compliance and performance. Stakers interested in participating in this solution, which is designed to meet applicable regulatory requirements and benefit from increased SRR can contact Figment’s customer success team. End-users seeking information about transaction execution and enhanced features can reach out to the BTCS team for more information. Charles Allen, CEO of BTCS, stated: “By partnering with Figment and integrating WonderFi as the first participant, we are laying a strong foundation for staker empowerment and ecosystem growth. This partnership exemplifies our dedication to delivering solutions that foster revenue growth and operational excellence.” https://www.youtube.com/embed/k3Ct7-XR8kQ Lorien Gabel, CEO of Figment, added: “At Figment, we are committed to driving innovation in blockchain infrastructure to enhance the Ethereum ecosystem and increase adoption. Our partnership with BTCS on this innovative solution demonstrates our dedication to addressing critical challenges in staking operations. By providing solutions that ensure fairness and enhance transaction inclusion, we are fostering a more reliable and fair network for all participants.” Dean Skurka, CEO of WonderFi, stated: “Participating in BTCS’s Staker Protection Plan pilot is a natural extension of our commitment to innovation and growth. We believe that this program will not only enhance our validator operations but also increase revenue for our shareholders and ultimately, higher staking rewards to our customers. We’re excited to be at the forefront of initiatives that have the potential to redefine validator strategies.” About BTCS BTCS Inc. (Nasdaq: BTCS) is a U.S.-based blockchain infrastructure technology company currently focused on driving scalable revenue growth through its Ethereum blockchain infrastructure operations. BTCS has honed its expertise in Ethereum network operations, particularly in block building and validator node management. Its branded block-building operation, Builder+, leverages advanced algorithms to optimize block construction for on-chain validation, thus maximizing gas fee revenues. BTCS also supports other blockchain networks by operating validator nodes and staking its crypto assets across multiple proof-of-stake networks, allowing crypto holders to delegate assets to BTCS-managed nodes. In addition, the Company has developed ChainQ, an AI-powered blockchain data analytics platform, which enhances user access and engagement within the blockchain ecosystem. Committed to innovation and adaptability, BTCS is strategically positioned to expand its blockchain operations and infrastructure beyond Ethereum as the ecosystem evolves. Users can explore how BTCS is revolutionizing blockchain infrastructure in the public markets by visiting www.btcs.com. For more information, users can follow on: Twitter: https://x.com/NasdaqBTCS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nasdaq-btcs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NasdaqBTCS About Figment Figment is the leading provider of staking infrastructure. Figment provides the complete staking solution for over 700 institutional clients and $15B in assets staked across asset managers, exchanges, wallets, foundations, custodians, and banks, to earn rewards on their digital assets. For more information, users can visit www.figment.io. Partnering with BTCS for the Staker Protection Plan exemplifies Figment’s dedication to innovation in the ecosystem and empowerment of stakers. About WonderFi WonderFi is the largest regulated crypto trading platform in Canada and a global leader in centralized and decentralized financial services and products. With over $2.2B in assets under custody, WonderFi is well-positioned to service crypto participants on a global scale with trading, payments, and decentralized products, including purpose-built blockchains and non-custodial wallet applications. Designed to provide investors with diversified investment exposure across the global digital asset ecosystem, the Company has a proven track record of launching new products and obtaining applicable licenses. It is also the owner of market-leading brands, including Bitbuy, Coinsquare, SmartPay and Tetra Trust. As the world continues to move on-chain, WonderFi is strategically placed to capture both market and wallet share through ongoing innovation within the digital asset space. For more information, users can visit www.wonder.fi Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding our anticipated launch on mainnet and revenue growth. Words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “continue,” “predict,” “forecast,” “project,” “plan,” “intend” or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. While the Company believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation regulatory issues, unexpected issues with the Staker Protection Plan and launch as well as issues with Ethereum’s planned Pectra update, as well as risks set forth in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, which was filed on March 21, 2024. Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. BTCS Investor Relations: Charles Allen – CEO X (formerly Twitter): @Charles_BTCS Email: ir@btcs.com Figment Contact: Email: marketing@figment.io WonderFi Investor Relations: Charlie Aikenhead Email: Invest@wonder.fi This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here BTCS Inc. (Nasdaq: BTCS ) (“BTCS” or the “Company”), a leader in blockchain infrastructure and technology, is pleased to announce its partnership with Figment Inc. (“Figment”), one of the world’s foremost blockchain infrastructure providers, for the launch of its Staker Protection Plan. BTCS BTCS This solution is designed to enhance transaction inclusion and state preservation, addressing a critical pain point for traders and end-users who demand greater certainty for their high-value and time-sensitive transactions. WonderFi Technologies Inc. (TSX: WNDR) (OTCQB: WONDF) (“WonderFi”), a top digital asset company, will join as Figment's first customer in the pilot program. Partnership and Pilot Program Highlights This collaboration underscores BTCS and Figment’s shared commitment to advancing the blockchain ecosystem by addressing critical challenges in wider adoption. With WonderFi’s participation, stakers on the WonderFi-owned Bitbuy and Coinsquare platforms will be the first to enjoy the benefits of the program. The pilot program is anticipated to go live on mainnet in March 2025 in connection with Ethereum’s Pectra update. The Staker Protection Plan program is designed to deliver key benefits, including: Providing end-users with greater confidence that their transactions will be included in a particular block. Addressing complexities and heightened risks of high-value transactions in cross-chain and cross-venue operations, ensuring timely and predictable trading outcomes. Optimizing staking rewards rate (SRR) for stakers through improved compliance and performance. Providing end-users with greater confidence that their transactions will be included in a particular block. Addressing complexities and heightened risks of high-value transactions in cross-chain and cross-venue operations, ensuring timely and predictable trading outcomes. Optimizing staking rewards rate (SRR) for stakers through improved compliance and performance. Stakers interested in participating in this solution, which is designed to meet applicable regulatory requirements and benefit from increased SRR can contact Figment’s customer success team. End-users seeking information about transaction execution and enhanced features can reach out to the BTCS team for more information. Charles Allen, CEO of BTCS, stated: “By partnering with Figment and integrating WonderFi as the first participant, we are laying a strong foundation for staker empowerment and ecosystem growth. This partnership exemplifies our dedication to delivering solutions that foster revenue growth and operational excellence.” Charles Allen, CEO of BTCS, stated: “By partnering with Figment and integrating WonderFi as the first participant, we are laying a strong foundation for staker empowerment and ecosystem growth. This partnership exemplifies our dedication to delivering solutions that foster revenue growth and operational excellence.” https://www.youtube.com/embed/k3Ct7-XR8kQ https://www.youtube.com/embed/k3Ct7-XR8k Q https://www.youtube.com/embed/k3Ct7-XR8k Lorien Gabel, CEO of Figment, added: “At Figment, we are committed to driving innovation in blockchain infrastructure to enhance the Ethereum ecosystem and increase adoption. Our partnership with BTCS on this innovative solution demonstrates our dedication to addressing critical challenges in staking operations. By providing solutions that ensure fairness and enhance transaction inclusion, we are fostering a more reliable and fair network for all participants.” Lorien Gabel, CEO of Figment, added: “At Figment, we are committed to driving innovation in blockchain infrastructure to enhance the Ethereum ecosystem and increase adoption. Our partnership with BTCS on this innovative solution demonstrates our dedication to addressing critical challenges in staking operations. By providing solutions that ensure fairness and enhance transaction inclusion, we are fostering a more reliable and fair network for all participants.” Dean Skurka, CEO of WonderFi, stated: “Participating in BTCS’s Staker Protection Plan pilot is a natural extension of our commitment to innovation and growth. We believe that this program will not only enhance our validator operations but also increase revenue for our shareholders and ultimately, higher staking rewards to our customers. We’re excited to be at the forefront of initiatives that have the potential to redefine validator strategies.” Dean Skurka, CEO of WonderFi, stated: “Participating in BTCS’s Staker Protection Plan pilot is a natural extension of our commitment to innovation and growth. We believe that this program will not only enhance our validator operations but also increase revenue for our shareholders and ultimately, higher staking rewards to our customers. We’re excited to be at the forefront of initiatives that have the potential to redefine validator strategies.” About BTCS BTCS Inc. (Nasdaq: BTCS) is a U.S.-based blockchain infrastructure technology company currently focused on driving scalable revenue growth through its Ethereum blockchain infrastructure operations. BTCS has honed its expertise in Ethereum network operations, particularly in block building and validator node management. Its branded block-building operation, Builder+, leverages advanced algorithms to optimize block construction for on-chain validation, thus maximizing gas fee revenues. BTCS Inc. BTCS Inc. BTCS also supports other blockchain networks by operating validator nodes and staking its crypto assets across multiple proof-of-stake networks, allowing crypto holders to delegate assets to BTCS-managed nodes. In addition, the Company has developed ChainQ, an AI-powered blockchain data analytics platform, which enhances user access and engagement within the blockchain ecosystem. Committed to innovation and adaptability, BTCS is strategically positioned to expand its blockchain operations and infrastructure beyond Ethereum as the ecosystem evolves. Users can explore how BTCS is revolutionizing blockchain infrastructure in the public markets by visiting www.btcs.com . For more information, users can follow on: www.btcs.com www.btcs.com Twitter: https://x.com/NasdaqBTCS https://x.com/NasdaqBTCS https://x.com/NasdaqBTCS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nasdaq-btcs https://www.linkedin.com/company/nasdaq-btcs https://www.linkedin.com/company/nasdaq-btcs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NasdaqBTCS https://www.facebook.com/NasdaqBTCS https://www.facebook.com/NasdaqBTCS About Figment Figment is the leading provider of staking infrastructure. Figment provides the complete staking solution for over 700 institutional clients and $15B in assets staked across asset managers, exchanges, wallets, foundations, custodians, and banks, to earn rewards on their digital assets. For more information, users can visit www.figment.io . Partnering with BTCS for the Staker Protection Plan exemplifies Figment’s dedication to innovation in the ecosystem and empowerment of stakers. Figment Figment www.figment.io www.figment.io About WonderFi WonderFi is the largest regulated crypto trading platform in Canada and a global leader in centralized and decentralized financial services and products. With over $2.2B in assets under custody, WonderFi is well-positioned to service crypto participants on a global scale with trading, payments, and decentralized products, including purpose-built blockchains and non-custodial wallet applications. WonderFi WonderFi Designed to provide investors with diversified investment exposure across the global digital asset ecosystem, the Company has a proven track record of launching new products and obtaining applicable licenses. It is also the owner of market-leading brands, including Bitbuy, Coinsquare, SmartPay and Tetra Trust. As the world continues to move on-chain, WonderFi is strategically placed to capture both market and wallet share through ongoing innovation within the digital asset space. For more information, users can visit www.wonder.fi www.wonder.fi www.wonder.fi Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements in this press release constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding our anticipated launch on mainnet and revenue growth. Words such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “continue,” “predict,” “forecast,” “project,” “plan,” “intend” or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. While the Company believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation regulatory issues, unexpected issues with the Staker Protection Plan and launch as well as issues with Ethereum’s planned Pectra update, as well as risks set forth in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, which was filed on March 21, 2024. Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. BTCS Investor Relations: Charles Allen – CEO X (formerly Twitter): @Charles_BTCS @Charles_BTCS @Charles_BTCS Email: ir@btcs.com ir@btcs.com ir@btcs.com Figment Contact: Email: marketing@figment.io marketing@figment.io marketing@figment.io WonderFi Investor Relations: Charlie Aikenhead Email: Invest@wonder.fi Email: Invest@wonder.fi Invest@wonder.fi Invest@wonder.fi This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here here here

BTCS Unveils Strategic Partnership With Figment And WonderFi Leading Its Staker Protection Plan

BTCS раскрывае стратэгічнае партнёрства з Figment і WonderFi, якія ўзначальваюць план абароны стакераў

BTCS otkriva strateško partnerstvo sa Figmentom i WonderFi-jem koji predvode svoj plan zaštite stekera

Το BTCS αποκαλύπτει τη στρατηγική συνεργασία με το Figment και το WonderFi να ηγείται του σχεδίου προστασίας Staker

BTCS revela una asociación estratégica con Figment y WonderFi para liderar su plan de protección de los participantes

BTCS presenta unha asociación estratéxica con Figment e WonderFi que lideran o seu plan de protección de staker

BTCS חושפת שותפות אסטרטגית עם Figment ו-WonderFi שמובילים את תוכנית ההגנה על המעריצים שלה

बीटीसीएस ने फिगमेंट और वंडरफाई के साथ रणनीतिक साझेदारी का खुलासा किया, जो इसके स्टेकर प्रोटेक्शन प्लान का नेतृत्व करेगा

BTCS、ステーカー保護計画を主導するFigmentおよびWonderFiとの戦略的パートナーシップを発表

BTCS ເປີດເຜີຍການຮ່ວມມືຍຸດທະສາດກັບ Figment ແລະ WonderFi ນໍາພາແຜນການປົກປ້ອງ Staker ຂອງຕົນ

BTCS ले आफ्नो स्टेकर सुरक्षा योजनाको नेतृत्व गर्दै फिगमेन्ट र वन्डरफाइसँग रणनीतिक साझेदारीको अनावरण गर्‍यो

BTCS e Utolla Selekane sa Togamaano Le Figment Le WonderFi e Eteletšego Pele Leano la Yona la Tšhireletšo ya Batšeakarolo

BTCS Yashyize ahagaragara Ubufatanye Bw’ibishushanyo na WonderFi Biyobora Gahunda Yayo yo Kurinda

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Tailor Your Data Visualization Design Choices for Key Stakeholders to Create Organizational Buy-In

Adapteu les vostres opcions de disseny de visualització de dades per a les parts interessades clau per crear una acceptació organitzativa

Adapte sus opciones de diseño de visualización de datos a las partes interesadas clave para generar aceptación organizacional

Adaptez vos choix de conception de visualisation de données aux principales parties prenantes afin de susciter l'adhésion de l'organisation

התאם את אפשרויות עיצוב הדמיית הנתונים שלך לבעלי עניין מרכזיים כדי ליצור רכישה ארגונית

Adapte chwa konsepsyon vizyalizasyon done w yo pou moun ki gen enterè kle yo pou kreye yon acha òganizasyonèl

Sesuaikan Pilihan Desain Visualisasi Data Anda untuk Pemangku Kepentingan Utama guna Menciptakan Dukungan Organisasi

主要な利害関係者に合わせてデータ視覚化デザインの選択肢を調整し、組織の賛同を得る

Pritaikykite savo duomenų vizualizavimo dizaino pasirinkimą pagrindinėms suinteresuotosioms šalims, kad sukurtumėte organizacijos įpirką

Willayta Rikuchiy Diseño Akllanakunaykita ruway llalliq interesadokunapaq Organizacional rantiyta ruwanapaq

Shushanya amakuru yawe Yerekana Igishushanyo mbonera Guhitamo Abafatanyabikorwa Bingenzi Kurema Ishirahamwe-Kugura

Tailor Yako Dhata Kuona Dhizaini Sarudzo dzeVabatiri Vakakosha Kugadzira Sangano Kutenga-In

Përshtatni zgjedhjet e dizajnit të vizualizimit të të dhënave tuaja për palët kryesore të interesit për të krijuar një blerje organizative

The latest AI developments turn empathy into just another product for sale, raising questions about ethics and regulation. Imagine your customer service chatbot isn’t just solving your problem – it’s listening, empathizing, and sounding eerily human. It feels like it cares. But behind the friendly tone and comforting words, that ‘care’ is just a product, finetuned to steer your emotions and shape your decisions. Welcome to the unsettling reality of empathetic AI, where emotions are mimicked – and monetized. In 2024, empathetic AI took a leap forward. Hume.AI gave large language models voices that sound convincingly expressive and a perceptive ear to match. Microsoft’s Copilot got a human voice and an emotionally supportive attitude, while platforms like Character.ai and Psychologist sprouted bots that mimic therapy sessions. These developments are paving the way for a new industry: Empathy-as-a-Service, where emotional connection isn’t just simulated, it’s a product: packaged, scaled, and sold. This isn’t just about convenience – it’s about influence. Empathy-as-a-Service (EaaS), an entirely hypothetical but now plausible product, could blur the line between genuine connection and algorithmic mimicry, creating systems where simulated care subtly nudges consumer behavior. The stakes? A future where businesses profit from your emotions under the guise of customer experience. And for consumers on the receiving end, that raises some deeply unsettling questions. A Hypothetical but Troubling Scenario Take an imaginary customer service bot. One that helps you find your perfect style and fit – and also tracks your moods and emotional triggers. Each conversation teaches it a little more about how to nudge your behavior, guiding your decisions while sounding empathetic. What feels like exceptional service is, in reality, a calculated strategy to lock in your loyalty by exploiting your emotional patterns. Traditional loyalty programs like the supermarket club card or rewards card pale in comparison. By analyzing preferences, moods, and triggers, empathetic AI digs into the most personal corners of human behavior. For businesses, it’s a goldmine; for consumers, it’s a minefield. And it raises a new set of ethical questions about manipulation, regulation, and consent. The Legal Loopholes of Empathetic AI Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), consumer preferences are classified as personal data, not sensitive data. That distinction matters. While GDPR requires businesses to handle personal data transparently and lawfully, it doesn’t extend the stricter protections reserved for health, religious beliefs, or other special categories of information. This leaves businesses free to mine consumer preferences in ways that feel strikingly personal – and surprisingly unregulated. The EU AI Act, introduced in mid-2024, goes one step further, requiring companies to disclose when users are interacting with AI. But disclosure is just the beginning. The AI Act doesn’t touch using behavioral data or mimicking emotional connection. Joanna Bryson, Professor of Ethics & Technology at the Hertie School, noted in a recent exchange: “It’s actually the law in the EU under the AI Act that people understand when they are interacting with AI. I hope that might extend to mandating reduced anthropomorphism, but it would take some time and court cases.” Anthropomorphism, the tendency to project human qualities onto non-humans, is ingrained in human nature. Simply stating that you’re interacting with an AI doesn’t stop it. The problem is that it can lull users into a false sense of trust, making them more vulnerable to manipulation. Empathy-as-a-Service could transform customer experiences, making interactions smoother, more engaging, and hyper-personalised. But there’s a cost. Social media already showed us what happens when human interaction becomes a commodity – and empathetic AI could take that even further. This technology could go beyond monetizing attention to monetizing emotions in deeply personal and private ways. A Question of Values As empathetic AI becomes mainstream, we have to ask: are we ready for a world where emotions are just another digital service – scaled, rented, and monetized? Regulation like the EU AI Act is a step in the right direction, but it will need to evolve fast to keep pace with the sophistication of these systems and the societal boundaries they’re starting to push. The future of empathetic AI isn’t just a question of technological progress – it’s a question of values. What kind of society do we want to build? As we stand on the edge of this new frontier, the decisions we make today will define how empathy is shaped, and sold, in the age of AI. Lead image credit: Adobe Stock | #681726866 The latest AI developments turn empathy into just another product for sale, raising questions about ethics and regulation. The latest AI developments turn empathy into just another product for sale, raising questions about ethics and regulation. Imagine your customer service chatbot isn’t just solving your problem – it’s listening, empathizing, and sounding eerily human. It feels like it cares. But behind the friendly tone and comforting words, that ‘care’ is just a product, finetuned to steer your emotions and shape your decisions. Welcome to the unsettling reality of empathetic AI, where emotions are mimicked – and monetized. In 2024, empathetic AI took a leap forward. Hume.AI gave large language models voices that sound convincingly expressive and a perceptive ear to match. Microsoft’s Copilot got a human voice and an emotionally supportive attitude, while platforms like Character.ai and Psychologist sprouted bots that mimic therapy sessions. These developments are paving the way for a new industry: Empathy-as-a-Service, where emotional connection isn’t just simulated, it’s a product: packaged, scaled, and sold. This isn’t just about convenience – it’s about influence. Empathy-as-a-Service (EaaS), an entirely hypothetical but now plausible product, could blur the line between genuine connection and algorithmic mimicry, creating systems where simulated care subtly nudges consumer behavior. The stakes? A future where businesses profit from your emotions under the guise of customer experience. And for consumers on the receiving end, that raises some deeply unsettling questions. A Hypothetical but Troubling Scenario A Hypothetical but Troubling Scenario Take an imaginary customer service bot. One that helps you find your perfect style and fit – and also tracks your moods and emotional triggers. Each conversation teaches it a little more about how to nudge your behavior, guiding your decisions while sounding empathetic. What feels like exceptional service is, in reality, a calculated strategy to lock in your loyalty by exploiting your emotional patterns. Traditional loyalty programs like the supermarket club card or rewards card pale in comparison. By analyzing preferences, moods, and triggers, empathetic AI digs into the most personal corners of human behavior. For businesses, it’s a goldmine; for consumers, it’s a minefield. And it raises a new set of ethical questions about manipulation, regulation, and consent. The Legal Loopholes of Empathetic AI The Legal Loopholes of Empathetic AI Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), consumer preferences are classified as personal data, not sensitive data. That distinction matters. While GDPR requires businesses to handle personal data transparently and lawfully, it doesn’t extend the stricter protections reserved for health, religious beliefs, or other special categories of information. This leaves businesses free to mine consumer preferences in ways that feel strikingly personal – and surprisingly unregulated. The EU AI Act, introduced in mid-2024, goes one step further, requiring companies to disclose when users are interacting with AI. But disclosure is just the beginning. The AI Act doesn’t touch using behavioral data or mimicking emotional connection. Joanna Bryson, Professor of Ethics & Technology at the Hertie School, noted in a recent exchange: “It’s actually the law in the EU under the AI Act that people understand when they are interacting with AI. I hope that might extend to mandating reduced anthropomorphism, but it would take some time and court cases.” Anthropomorphism, the tendency to project human qualities onto non-humans, is ingrained in human nature. Simply stating that you’re interacting with an AI doesn’t stop it. The problem is that it can lull users into a false sense of trust, making them more vulnerable to manipulation. Empathy-as-a-Service could transform customer experiences, making interactions smoother, more engaging, and hyper-personalised. But there’s a cost. Social media already showed us what happens when human interaction becomes a commodity – and empathetic AI could take that even further. This technology could go beyond monetizing attention to monetizing emotions in deeply personal and private ways. A Question of Values A Question of Values As empathetic AI becomes mainstream, we have to ask: are we ready for a world where emotions are just another digital service – scaled, rented, and monetized? Regulation like the EU AI Act is a step in the right direction, but it will need to evolve fast to keep pace with the sophistication of these systems and the societal boundaries they’re starting to push. The future of empathetic AI isn’t just a question of technological progress – it’s a question of values. What kind of society do we want to build? As we stand on the edge of this new frontier, the decisions we make today will define how empathy is shaped, and sold, in the age of AI. Lead image credit: Adobe Stock | #681726866 Lead image credit: Adobe Stock | #681726866 Adobe Stock | #681726866

Empathy-as-a-Service: When AI Feels Too Human, What’s at Stake?

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Stakeholder Management: Your Secret Weapon in the AI Era

إدارة أصحاب المصلحة: سلاحك السري في عصر الذكاء الاصطناعي

Stakeholder-Management: Ihre Geheimwaffe im KI-Zeitalter

Gestión de las partes interesadas: su arma secreta en la era de la IA

Gestion des parties prenantes : votre arme secrète à l’ère de l’IA

हितधारक प्रबंधन: एआई युग में आपका गुप्त हथियार

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