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Will AI reshape the browser market in round two

Major AI companies are accelerating moves into the web browser market, prompting attention on whether this will change user experience and industry dynamics. OpenAI, Perplexity, Microsoft and Google are adding AI-driven features, but market share remains dominated by Google Chrome. Some analysts say AI alone is not a differentiator, and users cite errors and privacy and security risks. Still, AI firms are expected to intensify their push this year as browsers become strategic platforms for data, relationships and AI agents.

Crypto

Coincheck to buy 97% stake in Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ

Coincheck Group will acquire a 97% stake in Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ for $112 million. The Block reported the purchase price will be paid through a new share issuance. Coincheck plans to offer the same terms to 3iQ minority shareholders to pursue a full takeover. Coincheck operates Japan's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Coincheck. It said the deal is its third strategic merger and acquisition and aims to boost profitability and strengthen its North American network.

Crypto

Monero breaks $500 for first time since 2021 as Zcash governance feud persists

Privacy coin Monero has surpassed $500 for the first time since May 2021, Cointelegraph reported on Saturday. Monero rose 20 percent in a week to as high as $500.66 as Zcash became embroiled in internal governance conflict. Zcash fell 20 percent as its development team departed. Cointelegraph said Monero could face a sharp drop if it fails to break through the $500 to $520 range, but could rise to $775 by 2025 if it succeeds.