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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Solana Memecoin BONK Gets a $25M Corporate Treasury Boost
Nasdaq-listed Safety Shot (SHOT) has taken a 10% revenue stake in among the largest memecoin launchpads on Solana. As part of a deal, Safety Shot will receive $25 million worth of BONK (BONK) for its treasury, aligning the public company directly with the platform's growth. generated over $35 million in user fees in July, eclipsing rival to become the month's highest-earning memecoin launchpad, according to DeFiLlama. The platform controls more than 80% of Solana's daily new token launch market share, with peak days seeing over 20,000 tokens deployed and daily volumes topping $100 million. As part of the transaction, Safety Shot will issue preferred shares convertible into common stock and reinvest about 90% of its revenue into BONK token purchases. The company has cleared its debt and holds more than $15 million in cash. BONK — the fourth-largest memecoin, with a $2 billion market cap and 980,000 on-chain holders, according to SolScan — is integrated into over 400 Solana applications, spanning DeFi, gaming, and consumer products. consistently ranks among the top 10 decentralized applications globally in terms of revenue. CEO Jarrett Boon said the integration is 'not simply buying a cryptocurrency' but acquiring a stake in 'a highly profitable engine' within digital assets. The move marks a shift from the typical corporate strategy of simply holding crypto on balance sheets toward taking equity-like exposure in a revenue-generating asset. For Safety Shot, it adds a recurring income stream tied to the BONK ecosystem's activity and price performance.
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Sneak Peek: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to open new stop, The Gantry at LC-39
A new stop on the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex bus tour is about to open -- one which gets the public closer to the launch pad than ever before. Situated just a mere mile from NASA's Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A, The Gantry at LC-39 is the latest attraction to drop at the Visitor Complex. Part of the bus tour, which is included with admission, guests will be treated to a view of the launch pad looming in the distance as they approach the new stop. Visitors can choose to stay on the bus to proceed to the Apollo Saturn V Center or they can exit at the new stop, which also offers an immersive rocket experience. "You get to learn about engineering. You get to build a rocket. You get to learn what it takes for different types of missions − which engines to pick, how much fuel to pick, and payload capacity you need in order to make that launch successful," said Chief Operating Officer of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Therrin Protze. Those who chose to exit the bus will be greeted by a four-story structure, which features a huge rocket engine that "ignites" as guest stand underneath to feel the rumble. Not to worry: it simply lights up and sprays steam at a refreshing 62 degrees. Guests can climb the stairs of the gantry and take in informational features, as well as views of the sounding launch pads. Binoculars are available to provide a closer look of Launch Complex 39A, which saw astronauts launch on a journey to the moon and continues to see astronauts take off to this day. Of course, the rising SpaceX Starship tower is also visible. Starship is anticipated to launch − and return to − the site in the coming years. As guests climb to the top floor, they are greeted by an air-conditioned room which houses an interactive exhibit. This includes a game where guests can engineer their own rocket − right down to the rocket paint color of their choosing. Once choices are made, the rocket launches on the screen above them, and the success stats of the mission are provided. The experience is guided by the friendly voice of an artificial intelligence system named Sol. There is a cool hidden history aspect. The seats in this interactive room are made from the pistons of a launch crawler's engines -- the actual launch crawler that carried NASA rockets to the launch pad. When is the next launch? Is there a launch today? Upcoming SpaceX, NASA, ULA rocket launch schedule at Cape Canaveral Off to the side is a brand new launch viewing area with bleachers and a large screen. Guests will be able to pay for viewings of launches from Launch Complex 40 and 41. Details of the pricing are unknown at this time. Due to the close proximity to Launch Complex 39A, the attraction will not be available during launches from there. There is also a nearby Earth Information Center, which offers guests a short film on NASA Earth Science. Currently, the bus stop is in preview mode, but is set to open to the public shortly. A grand opening date has not yet been announced. Brooke Edwards is a Space Reporter for Florida Today. Contact her at bedwards@ or on X: @brookeofstars. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Early Look: KSC Visitor Complex's new bus tour stop, The Gantry at LC-39
Associated Press
03-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
LazPad Launches Play-to-Launch Platform, Revolutionizing AI Agent Creation with Dynamic DATs
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, July 3, 2025 -- LazAI proudly announces LazPad, a transformative platform that reimagines AI agent launchpads by fusing the structured innovation of Virtuals with the spontaneous, memetic energy of Born to launch and built to play, LazPad introduces a co-creative ecosystem where AI agents, powered by dynamic Data Anchoring Tokens (DATs), grow through playful user engagement, shaping the future of decentralized emotional data economies. A New Paradigm for AI Assetization LazPad merges the pioneering AI agent launchpad model of Virtuals with instant token creation on Solana, addressing a critical gap in today's market: lasting value driven by real, playful engagement. Unlike hype-fueled platforms, LazPad empowers users to shape AI agents through every interaction, where memes, emotions, and community input fuel what gets minted. Every click is data, and every action builds value, redefining AI-powered launch culture. Pad + Fun: The Heart of LazPad LazPad's philosophy is rooted in two core principles: Together, these principles create a launchpad where AI agents evolve through meaningful, viral interactions. Internal AI Blockchain Economy Powered by LazAI, LazPad is the cornerstone of an AI and blockchain internal economy, enabling users, projects, and stakeholders to co-create and shape AI experiences. This is not just about using AI but actively participating in its growth and evolution through a system where every interaction matters. The DAT is central to this vision, bringing dynamic, memory-aware assets to life. Three LazPad Pillars LazPad's three zones reflect its Pad + Fun philosophy, guiding creators and users from discovery to assetization: Meet the DAT: A Living AI Asset The Data Anchoring Token (DAT) is LazAI's cornerstone innovation—a semi-fungible token standard that's dynamic, memory-aware, and deeply interactive. Each DAT encapsulates: DATs evolve through user interaction, with memory, logic, and onchain licensing that enable verification, trading, and composition into real value. In the DAT Marketplace, users can trade, license, fuse, and build with these living AI assets, co-creating value before assetization. Use Case: Adopt a Companion DAT Users can mint a low-cost Companion DAT on LazAI. A Companion DAT is a unique digital creature with its own look, personality, and story. Through daily chats, adventures, memory formation, social missions, and trait evolution, users grow their Companion DAT into a tradable digital companion. Key mechanics include: Fully grown Companion DATs can be traded on the DAT Marketplace, complete with memory logs, personality stats, and adventure history. System features include: Users can also mint other DAT types, such as AI girlfriends, pet animals, or novel creatures with evolving personalities. Fix the Glitch with Corrupted Alith Corrupted Alith, a rogue AI blending fact and fiction, invites users to interact, contribute data, and restore clarity, generating their own DATs in the process. This engaging experience highlights LazPad's ability to make AI interaction fun and impactful. Triple-Layered Incentives LazPad rewards participation on three distinct levels: Unlike hype-driven cycles, LazAI offers a slower but deeper path to value rooted in user interaction, shared memory, and verifiable contribution. Why LazPad is Unique LazPad stands apart by: More than a launchpad, LazPad is the infrastructure for building decentralized emotional data economies where human-machine interactions shape value. It challenges corporate-controlled AI models by enabling anyone to align AI with their data, train personal models at minimal cost, and share in the value created. Welcome to LazPad LazPad is the playground where the next data economy begins. By blending Virtuals' structured innovation with memetic spontaneity, LazPad invites users to co-create the future of AI agents. Born from LazAI's vision, LazPad empowers users to bond with AI agents, decide what becomes valuable, and shape the decentralized emotional data economy. Contact Info: Name: Carson Email: Send Email Organization: LazAI Website: Release ID: 89163738 Should you identify any discrepancies, concerns, or inaccuracies in the content provided in this press release or require assistance with a press release takedown, we strongly urge you to notify us promptly by contacting [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our responsive team is committed to addressing your concerns within 8 hours by taking necessary actions to resolve identified issues diligently or guiding you through the necessary steps for removal. Our dedication lies in providing accurate and reliable information.
