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The liquidity pledge protocol Lido announced an update to the EarnUSD fee model, which will reduce fixed fees and make fees more directly linked to the performance of the treasury. Previously, the EarnUSD fees were more platform-oriented, consisting of a 1% management fee plus a 10% performance fee.According to the announcement, the new model caps the management fee at 0.5% plus a 20% performance fee, with the initial rate set at a 0.2% management fee plus a 15% performance fee. Lido stated that after the management fee is reduced from 1% to 0.2%, the costs of holding EarnUSD will be lower when returns are low, and the higher performance fee will make the charges more aligned with actual returns. Relevant fees will be displayed on the EarnUSD treasury interface.

The founder of the general-purpose intelligent agent Manus, Xiao Hong, stated that when Manus was born, Codex and Claude Cowork had not yet appeared in the market, and the product positioning has always been a general-purpose intelligent agent. He likened Manus to a computer-selling business, believing that users may primarily purchase computers for work, but if they cannot watch videos or play games, the experience will be quite limited; therefore, it should not be confined to office tasks.Xiao Hong indicated that videos and games are important scenarios for unleashing creativity, which need to be perfected through the local client Manus Studio. The related videos for Cue are entirely produced by Manus Studio, without using video generation models; instead, the agent first writes the code, which is then converted into video. With the help of cloud computers, Manus can also create online games that support user participation with friends.In terms of infrastructure, Manus cloud computers can provide cloud-based Linux, Mac, and Windows environments. Xiao Hong stated that when the agent operates the computer in the cloud, it will not compete with the user for the local mouse cursor, and he anticipates that individuals will be able to control large-scale computing clusters in the future to satisfy curiosity and conduct experiments and explorations in fields such as mathematics and science. He also described Cue as having an independent phone number, email, payment capability, computer, and sufficient intelligence, and stated that if such agents could be regarded as humans, there might be more changes in upper-level interactions. Xiao Hong mentioned that building product experiences in an overseas open ecosystem is relatively easier, and Manus is actively preparing a domestic version.

Manus officially launched version 2, which includes multiple updates in the underlying architecture, creative tools, and application layer.Upgrades to the underlying architecture and computing power: Equipped with the new generation self-developed Agent framework Cascade, tests show a 23.2% reduction in Token consumption, a 28.2% decrease in task duration, and a 32% reduction in costs; at the same time, the "cloud computer" was launched to provide a dedicated operating environment around the clock and supports automated workflows triggered by multiple software events.

According to MLM monitoring, DRV experienced unusual activity on Upbit, with a rapid increase of 300% within 10 minutes, briefly reaching 1600 Korean Won (approximately 1.15 USD), but then subsequently fell back.

Neutrl announced that holders of NUSD and sNUSD can now submit redemption requests through the official Neutrl redemption portal, subject to applicable terms and conditions. The redemption plan offers a fixed redemption rate based on previously disclosed liquidity reserves, and users who complete the redemption will receive USDC, with the corresponding NUSD or sNUSD being burned.Users must connect the wallet holding NUSD or sNUSD and sign an on-chain message to verify ownership; the portal will provide applicable redemption details before submission. This redemption plan is expected to remain open until November 14, 2026, and users should carefully review the complete terms on the portal before submitting.The redemption contract has been reviewed by a third-party security auditing firm. Users should ensure they only interact with the official Neutrl redemption portal URL before connecting their wallet, signing messages, or submitting transactions. Neutrl is operated by Caverna Auctus Inc.

According to Bloomberg, the AI startup Manus founded in China plans to complete approximately $500 million in financing, with its valuation expected to double to $4 billion. This is the company's first round of financing since Beijing requested it to split from Meta Platforms, and the related transaction is expected to be completed soon.Insiders say that negotiations are still ongoing, and the terms of the deal may change. After this round of financing is completed, Manus, a pioneer in the field of agent AI, will become the highest-valued startup in this sector in China. Existing investors include Tencent, HSG, and ZhenFund. Representatives from Manus, Tencent, HSG, and ZhenFund declined to comment.

SK Hynix and its union have reached an agreement on performance bonuses. According to the agreement, 50% of the bonus will be paid in cash, and the remaining 50% will be paid in company stock.SK Hynix originally planned to pay the entire performance bonus in cash. This means the company now needs to repurchase stock equivalent to at least 50% of the total bonus amount.

Micron announced today that it will distribute 2026 fiscal year bonuses to over 60,000 employees worldwide to acknowledge the company's achievements this year, marking the highest bonuses in Micron's history. Taiwan is a key hub for Micron's global technology leadership, with approximately 15,000 employees and a cumulative investment of over NT$1.6 trillion.In Taiwan, the 2026 fiscal year bonuses include a NT$1 million cash bonus for each employee who joins before August 29, 2025, with subsequent hires receiving bonuses proportionate to their duration of employment; an annual performance bonus that can reach up to 500% of the basic target; and additional stock awards. Production line employees in Taiwan will receive total compensation equivalent to 35 to 68 months of salary. The cash compensation for Micron's employees in Taiwan for the 2026 fiscal year will start at NT$1.7 million; entry-level engineers will have an average cash compensation of NT$2.9 million, with an average total compensation of NT$3.4 million after including stock awards calculated at grant value. The annual performance adjustment stock awards will cover 100%.Regarding Micron's announcement without reaching a consensus with the union, the union stated after collecting member opinions: grassroots members demand institutional reform and equal negotiation, calling for a change in the IPP profit-sharing system to a 15% profit-sharing system, stating that one-time bonuses cannot resolve the issue, and expressing the hope to establish a calculation basis directly linked to the company's actual profits. If there is no response, the union will continue to move towards a strike. The Ministry of Labor stated that it has fully grasped the relevant information and is maintaining close contact with the Taoyuan City Government, the Central Taiwan Science Park Administration, and the Taichung City Government.

Apple's new CEO John Ternus stated at the company's Surprise and Shine event that the iPhone is currently the best AI device, and Apple places more importance on data privacy than its competitors. This statement comes as Ternus takes over as CEO from Tim Cook, who is now the Executive Chairman. Apple does not plan to create new hardware for AI but hopes to make the iPhone the central way for consumers to interact with this new technology.Ternus described the ideal AI device as a "smart personal hub," stating that it should widely understand the user's personal context, always be with them, have a powerful processor capable of running AI models on the device, connect to cloud models via the internet, and feature a large display, high-quality camera and microphone, long battery life, ease of use, and seamless collaboration with other devices, applications, and services. He stated that there is no product better suited to become a smart personal hub than the iPhone.Ternus also emphasized that Apple places greater importance on data privacy, stating that others view users' personal data as something to be collected and stored. He mentioned that when data is no longer controlled by the user, trust can only go so far, which is why Apple Intelligence runs as much as possible on the device.

Former President Donald Trump stated that if the Republican Party wins the House of Representatives and the Senate, they will distribute a bonus of $5,000 to every adult in the United States.

According to Reuters, Micron Technology's unions in Taoyuan and Taichung, Taiwan are preparing for a strike. The union claims to represent nearly 10,000 of Micron's approximately 15,000 employees in the two locations, and an internal survey shows that over 80% of members support the strike. The core of the labor dispute revolves around bonus distribution— the union believes that the current incentive plan does not adequately reflect the company's profitability and is demanding a one-time additional bonus for this fiscal year, as well as a shift to quarterly profit sharing of 15% of operating profits starting from the 2027 fiscal year. Micron previously responded that it would issue the highest performance bonuses in history, but the union believes the company has not adequately explained the performance calculation method, and it seems to be more closely tied to revenue rather than profit.As the world's third-largest memory chip manufacturer, Micron reported revenue of $41.46 billion and a net profit of $28.24 billion in the third fiscal quarter, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.1 trillion. Taiwan is Micron's largest manufacturing base, with a cumulative investment of NT$1.4 trillion, producing DRAM and HBM. If the strike proceeds, it may impact the global memory chip supply. The Taichung Science Park Administration stated that it is closely monitoring the situation and has prepared a labor mediation mechanism. Previously, the Samsung union also raised similar profit-sharing demands and obtained a special bonus pool of 10.5% of the chip division's operating profits after negotiations.

The first on-chain game launched by FUNVERSE, FUN LONGINUS, will officially go live on the Anubis Chain mainnet on September 1, 2026, at 10:00 UTC (UTC+8 18:00). FUN LONGINUS originates from a hackathon and is an Eastern martial arts chain game designed for the Anubis GameFi ecosystem. It constructs on-chain gameplay around martial arts elements such as the Jianghu, arena, mentorship, Jiazi salary, leader's order, and Huaze artifacts, and is structured competitively based on the twenty-four solar terms.Each match features 24 different addresses participating together, with each player entering the arena using fLGNS. The execution of the match, determination of results, and final settlement are all completed by smart contracts, ultimately producing one leader. Match records, reward distribution, mentorship relationships, and players' Jianghu resumes are all stored on-chain. FUN LONGINUS completed the collective forging of heroes on August 18, 2026, and based on the market price at the time of publication, this collective forging is valued at over 1.4 million USD. The launch of the mainnet marks the game's transition from the hackathon prototype, public testing, and collective forging phase to the official on-chain game operation phase.

The Binance contract platform will launch the MARSCOINUSDT perpetual contract on September 1 at 17:45, with a maximum leverage of up to 20 times.

Manus announced the resumption of independent operations and entered a new development stage. Founding team member Red Xiao and others will continue to be responsible for the company's operations, focusing on promoting product innovation and the development of general AI Agents.Manus stated that as an independent Agent laboratory, the company will continue to expand the capability boundaries of general AI Agents in the future and transform new capabilities into products to help users handle complex tasks. In the future, Manus will further integrate into users' daily workflows, interact more directly with the real world, and more proactively represent users in executing tasks. Manus also thanked users who recently helped with data backup and recovery and stated that more innovative products will be launched in the future.

The DeFi lending protocol Venus Protocol has launched the Liquidity Hub, aimed at establishing a unified capital allocation layer for the Venus ecosystem. Users only need to deposit one type of asset to receive the corresponding Hub Token. The Liquidity Hub will automatically seek better APY combinations based on different market yield opportunities and allocate funds to products such as Core, Flux, and Fixed-Rate Vaults, without requiring users to manually manage positions across multiple products.The Liquidity Hub is not a new lending market but a unified liquidity entry built on top of Venus's existing products. Capital allocation, rebalancing, and the flow of underlying assets are all recorded on-chain, maintaining openness, transparency, and verifiability. Currently, Liquidity Hub v1 has been deployed on the BNB Chain, and in the future, it will connect to more lending markets, institutional yield products, and new sources of yield.

According to the "Science and Technology Innovation Board Daily," Apple will complete the CEO transition on September 1 local time. Current Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering John Ternus will succeed Tim Cook, who will become the Executive Chairman of the Board and continue to be responsible for communication with global policymakers and other matters.Ternus's primary tasks after taking office include presiding over the Apple Fall New Product Launch Event on September 9, where this year's new products include the first foldable iPhone and a smart display that can recognize speakers and adjust content according to users. He will also oversee a broader product line including camera-equipped AirPods, smart glasses, home security systems, robotic arm displays, and wearable cameras.

The Gate stock derivatives section is now online with pre-market trading for the SHEINUSDT perpetual contract, settled in USDT, supporting 1-10x leverage.SHEINUSDT corresponds to SHEIN, a cross-border e-commerce company that is listed with a dual-class share structure in Hong Kong.

According to CNBC, OpenAI President and Co-founder Greg Brockman responded to concerns about the recent frequent departures of executives from the company, stating that the personnel changes are not unusual. The heightened attention from the outside world is mainly because OpenAI has long been in the spotlight.Greg Brockman stated that compared to other organizations, every departure at OpenAI is subject to stricter scrutiny, and "every departure is magnified," but he believes this situation "is actually not uncommon." OpenAI is still focused on advancing artificial intelligence technology and believes that the level of attention on executive turnover is related to the company's industry influence.

According to the Financial Times, citing two informed sources, regulators are preparing to lift the exit restrictions on Manus founder and CEO Xiao Hong and others. Xiao Hong has informed employees that he plans to return to Singapore soon.Xiao Hong and Manus co-founder and chief scientist Ji Yichao were asked to stay in the country in March this year. At that time, regulators were investigating whether Meta's acquisition of Manus violated relevant regulations. In April, regulators requested Meta to withdraw the approximately $2 billion acquisition.Manus has officially confirmed this week that it will resume independent operations. The split plan is also taking shape. Original shareholders such as Tencent, ZhenFund, and HSG will participate in the buyback, and Tencent will also acquire most of Benchmark's shares, becoming the largest single shareholder of Manus, but its stake will not exceed 50%. Manus will not be merged into Tencent and will continue to operate independently in Singapore.The final plan still requires approval from regulatory authorities. From the current plan, regulators are requesting the dismantling of Meta's acquisition relationship with Manus, but they have not asked Manus to relocate its business.

According to Caixin's disclosure, Tencent, Zhenge Fund, Sequoia China, and other major shareholders of Manus previously repurchased Manus shares from Meta for $2 billion. This $2 billion transaction price is close to the acquisition price announced by the American social media tech giant Meta in December 2025. Benchmark was the largest shareholder before the acquisition but will not participate in this repurchase of Manus. Benchmark's previous shares will be acquired by Tencent, which will become Manus's largest shareholder. Currently, Manus is operating normally.Yesterday, Manus announced that it will soon resume independent operations. To complete this transition and meet regulatory requirements in some jurisdictions, affected users must complete data backups by 7:59 AM Singapore time on August 23 and begin data recovery from 8:00 AM on August 25 to ensure normal usage thereafter. Manus also stated that it is preparing a series of new features to further expand the capabilities of general AI entities and expressed optimism about the development prospects after the company resumes independent operations.