October 12, 2026
Standard Chartered Custody Service for Ripple's RLUSD
The announcement adds RLUSD to Standard Chartered's expanding roster of digital-asset services.
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NFT & Digital Art
Shaw, operating under the handle @shawmakesmagic, is a San Francisco-based programmer and entrepreneur specializing in AI-driven projects within the crypto and Web3 sectors.
He founded ai16z, an AI-managed venture capital fund that utilizes autonomous agents to analyze investment opportunities with high accuracy, aiming to surpass traditional firms.
This innovative approach has garnered attention from industry figures, including Marc Andreessen.In addition to ai16z, Shaw has developed other notable AI innovations:Degen Spartan AI: An advanced AI designed for decentralized finance analysis.Eliza Framework: A tool facilitating seamless AI interactions on platforms like Twitter and Discord.Shaw's work emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in reshaping industries, combining technical expertise with entrepreneurial vision to redefine AI-driven decision-making.In November 2024, Shaw faced criticism due to confusion surrounding the launch of the ELIZA meme coin.
An independent group released a token named ai16zeliza without clear affiliation to Shaw's project, leading to market volatility and community dissatisfaction.
Shaw addressed the situation by supporting a new token developed in collaboration with a trusted partner, aiming to align with the project's vision and maintain community trust.Currently, Shaw continues to lead ai16z and other AI initiatives, focusing on integrating AI with blockchain technology to drive innovation in the crypto/Web3 space.
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October 12, 2026
The announcement adds RLUSD to Standard Chartered's expanding roster of digital-asset services.
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