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Kakao to run \'RunTogether\' virtual running event, offer race entries
Kakao said on Thursday it will hold three virtual running events throughout September ahead of the Kakaofriends Run 2026 race on Oct. 10. The first event, RunTogether, will run through Sept. 10 and is linked to Kakao Map’s Run Together feature. Participants can follow recommended courses or complete a self-guided run of at least 3 km and post proof on Instagram. Kakao will draw 50 winners and give each two race entries.
Crypto
3.4 million XRP vanishes in investor phishing case, warnings issued
Phishing attempts targeting XRP users are spreading, prompting XRP-related projects and wallet services to issue warnings. Xora Finance warned that fake websites mimicking Flare Network and other XRP brands are circulating. Its founder said a South Korean fraud group is targeting the XRP community. Seoul police said a fake Flare Network staking site stole 3.4 million XRP from 71 investors, with losses put at about $8.5 million.
AI & Enterprise
X starts testing XChat app for iOS, Android app to follow soon
Social media platform X has begun distributing a beta version of its standalone messaging app XChat for iOS to 1,000 users, TechCrunch reported on Monday. X plans to expand the beta program soon. XChat is an upgraded version of X’s existing direct-message feature. X says it supports end-to-end encryption, though security experts have warned it is less secure than other encrypted messaging apps such as Signal.
