📊 MicroStrategy Goes All-In on Bitcoin Again! 💸
From Jan 13 to Jan 20, MicroStrategy snagged 11,000 BTC for a whopping $1.1B, averaging $101,191 per BTC. To fund the purchase, the company sold 3M MSTR shares, as per SEC filings.
🔢 Current stats:
▪️Total BTC holdings: 461,000
▪️Total spent: $29.3B
▪️Average purchase price: $63,110/BTC
Michael Saylor’s team has been on a BTC buying streak for 11 weeks straight! Looks like they’re playing the long game. 🚀
From Jan 13 to Jan 20, MicroStrategy snagged 11,000 BTC for a whopping $1.1B, averaging $101,191 per BTC. To fund the purchase, the company sold 3M MSTR shares, as per SEC filings.
🔢 Current stats:
▪️Total BTC holdings: 461,000
▪️Total spent: $29.3B
▪️Average purchase price: $63,110/BTC
Michael Saylor’s team has been on a BTC buying streak for 11 weeks straight! Looks like they’re playing the long game. 🚀
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"Ross Will Be Freed" - Elon Musk Sparks Hope for Silk Road Founder
🗒 Elon Musk posted on X, “Ross will be freed,” reigniting the debate around Ross Ulbricht, founder of Silk Road, serving a life sentence since 2014.
Back in May 2024, Donald Trump promised to pardon Ulbricht if re-elected. In October, Trump urged Bitcoin supporters to vote for him, using the hashtag #FreeRossDayOne. However, the pardon didn’t happen on day one of his presidency. 👀
Bitcoin enthusiasts widely view Ulbricht’s sentence as excessive, with a petition on freeross.org amassing over 600K signatures. 📝
On Polymarket, crypto bettors place 94% odds on Ulbricht’s release within Trump’s first 100 days, with $5M wagered so far.
The question remains: Will Ross finally see freedom?
🗒 Elon Musk posted on X, “Ross will be freed,” reigniting the debate around Ross Ulbricht, founder of Silk Road, serving a life sentence since 2014.
Back in May 2024, Donald Trump promised to pardon Ulbricht if re-elected. In October, Trump urged Bitcoin supporters to vote for him, using the hashtag #FreeRossDayOne. However, the pardon didn’t happen on day one of his presidency. 👀
Bitcoin enthusiasts widely view Ulbricht’s sentence as excessive, with a petition on freeross.org amassing over 600K signatures. 📝
On Polymarket, crypto bettors place 94% odds on Ulbricht’s release within Trump’s first 100 days, with $5M wagered so far.
The question remains: Will Ross finally see freedom?
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📊 $TRUMP & $MELANIA Meme Coins: A Polarizing Entry to Crypto 🤯
A recent survey (1,092 Americans via Prolific) sheds light on the impact of Trump’s meme coins:
▫️ 14% of respondents (1 in 7) invested in $TRUMP.
▫️ 42% of $TRUMP/$MELANIA buyers were first-time crypto investors.
▫️ 81% of $TRUMP and 86% of $MELANIA buyers claim profits, though $MELANIA had 3x fewer buyers.
😬 Public Opinion:
▫️ 75% think Trump’s meme coins negatively impact the crypto market.
▫️ 55% believe Trump & Melania manipulate markets with their influence.
💥 Market Drama:
▫️ $TRUMP peaked at #14 on CoinMarketCap with a $12B cap but later dropped 30%.
▫️ $MELANIA fell out of the top 100 after a 50% crash.
Meme coins turned mainstream, but not without controversy. Are they a joke or a gateway? 🤔
A recent survey (1,092 Americans via Prolific) sheds light on the impact of Trump’s meme coins:
▫️ 14% of respondents (1 in 7) invested in $TRUMP.
▫️ 42% of $TRUMP/$MELANIA buyers were first-time crypto investors.
▫️ 81% of $TRUMP and 86% of $MELANIA buyers claim profits, though $MELANIA had 3x fewer buyers.
😬 Public Opinion:
▫️ 75% think Trump’s meme coins negatively impact the crypto market.
▫️ 55% believe Trump & Melania manipulate markets with their influence.
💥 Market Drama:
▫️ $TRUMP peaked at #14 on CoinMarketCap with a $12B cap but later dropped 30%.
▫️ $MELANIA fell out of the top 100 after a 50% crash.
Meme coins turned mainstream, but not without controversy. Are they a joke or a gateway? 🤔
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🚨 Trump Pardons Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht! 🎉
📝 President Trump has granted a full pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the Silk Road founder, ending over a decade in prison. Once nicknamed "Dread Pirate Roberts," Ulbricht was convicted in 2015 for running the dark web marketplace, facilitating illegal sales, and laundering millions in Bitcoin.
👏 Trump fulfilled his campaign promise to libertarians and the crypto community, calling Ross' double life sentence "ridiculous" and slamming the government’s handling of his case.
The “Free Ross” campaign, led by Ulbricht’s mother, has kept his story alive, rallying Bitcoin enthusiasts who viewed him as a symbol of crypto’s early days.
While supporters see this as justice for an overly harsh sentence, critics argue the Silk Road’s crimes left a deep scar. Expect heated debates as this decision ripples through the crypto and justice worlds. 🤔
📝 President Trump has granted a full pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the Silk Road founder, ending over a decade in prison. Once nicknamed "Dread Pirate Roberts," Ulbricht was convicted in 2015 for running the dark web marketplace, facilitating illegal sales, and laundering millions in Bitcoin.
👏 Trump fulfilled his campaign promise to libertarians and the crypto community, calling Ross' double life sentence "ridiculous" and slamming the government’s handling of his case.
The “Free Ross” campaign, led by Ulbricht’s mother, has kept his story alive, rallying Bitcoin enthusiasts who viewed him as a symbol of crypto’s early days.
While supporters see this as justice for an overly harsh sentence, critics argue the Silk Road’s crimes left a deep scar. Expect heated debates as this decision ripples through the crypto and justice worlds. 🤔
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🚀 Trumps Dive Into Blockchain: Ethereum, Bitcoin, Solana 💼
Joseph Lubin, founder of ConsenSys, revealed that the Trump family plans to launch business ventures on Ethereum and other blockchains like Bitcoin and Solana.
👀 Lubin hinted that Ethereum tech could eventually be used in government processes, much like internet protocols today. Meanwhile, Eric Trump encouraged investing in U.S. markets, energy, tech, and crypto, calling the next four years "amazing."
The World Liberty project, linked to the Trumps, holds over 55K ETH ($182M) and added 30K ETH just this week. 💰
Though these purchases are private, the family’s blockchain ambitions are heating up. Is this the start of a Trump-led Web3 era? 🤔✨
Joseph Lubin, founder of ConsenSys, revealed that the Trump family plans to launch business ventures on Ethereum and other blockchains like Bitcoin and Solana.
👀 Lubin hinted that Ethereum tech could eventually be used in government processes, much like internet protocols today. Meanwhile, Eric Trump encouraged investing in U.S. markets, energy, tech, and crypto, calling the next four years "amazing."
The World Liberty project, linked to the Trumps, holds over 55K ETH ($182M) and added 30K ETH just this week. 💰
Though these purchases are private, the family’s blockchain ambitions are heating up. Is this the start of a Trump-led Web3 era? 🤔✨
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💥 Tornado Cash Sanctions Overturned! 🌪
⚖️ On January 21, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the OFAC sanctions against Tornado Cash imposed in 2022, calling them illegitimate and an overreach of authority.
The case is back in the Texas District Court for further review. Meanwhile, Tornado Cash developer Alexey Pertsev remains in custody, with hopes that this decision could positively impact his case.
🌟 The news sent $TORN soaring by 300% now trading around $24.
💰 Authorities allege Tornado Cash facilitated the laundering of over $7B, with $455M tied to the North Korean Lazarus Group. Pertsev was convicted in the Netherlands for laundering $1.2B and sentenced to 64 months in prison.
⚖️ On January 21, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the OFAC sanctions against Tornado Cash imposed in 2022, calling them illegitimate and an overreach of authority.
The case is back in the Texas District Court for further review. Meanwhile, Tornado Cash developer Alexey Pertsev remains in custody, with hopes that this decision could positively impact his case.
🌟 The news sent $TORN soaring by 300% now trading around $24.
💰 Authorities allege Tornado Cash facilitated the laundering of over $7B, with $455M tied to the North Korean Lazarus Group. Pertsev was convicted in the Netherlands for laundering $1.2B and sentenced to 64 months in prison.
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💥 Justin Sun’s “What If I Ran Ethereum” Plan 💡
Justin Sun shared his bold vision for Ethereum leadership, promising “ETH to $10,000” with an aggressive first-week strategy:
1️⃣ No more ETH sales for 3 years. Revenue would come from staking, borrowing, and AAVE lending to support Ethereum's deflationary goals.
2️⃣ Layer 2 projects taxed heavily, aiming to generate $5B annually for ETH buybacks and burns.
3️⃣ EF staff overhaul: Drastic downsizing, merit-based rewards, and big salary boosts for top performers.
4️⃣ Fee burns > Node rewards: Doubling down on ETH as a deflationary store of value.
5️⃣ Layer 1 focus: All resources redirected to scaling and security.
Sun claims these moves would push ETH to $4,500 in a week and set the stage for $10,000+. Ambitious or just crazy? 🌕🔥
Justin Sun shared his bold vision for Ethereum leadership, promising “ETH to $10,000” with an aggressive first-week strategy:
1️⃣ No more ETH sales for 3 years. Revenue would come from staking, borrowing, and AAVE lending to support Ethereum's deflationary goals.
2️⃣ Layer 2 projects taxed heavily, aiming to generate $5B annually for ETH buybacks and burns.
3️⃣ EF staff overhaul: Drastic downsizing, merit-based rewards, and big salary boosts for top performers.
4️⃣ Fee burns > Node rewards: Doubling down on ETH as a deflationary store of value.
5️⃣ Layer 1 focus: All resources redirected to scaling and security.
Sun claims these moves would push ETH to $4,500 in a week and set the stage for $10,000+. Ambitious or just crazy? 🌕🔥
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Crypto soothsayer
🚨 Trump Pardons Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht! 🎉 📝 President Trump has granted a full pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the Silk Road founder, ending over a decade in prison. Once nicknamed "Dread Pirate Roberts," Ulbricht was convicted in 2015 for running the…
💰 430 BTC: Retirement Plan Unlocked?
Turns out Ross Ulbricht has 430 untouched BTC sitting on wallets since his arrest—now worth $47M! Not bad for 10 years behind bars. 🤯
Coinbase exec Conor Grogan found the stash, noting it was never confiscated when Silk Road was shut down in 2013. Back then, BTC was $120. Today? It’s grown 1,000x.
Whether Ross still has access is anyone’s guess, but if he does… retirement’s looking pretty golden. 🤑🌟
Turns out Ross Ulbricht has 430 untouched BTC sitting on wallets since his arrest—now worth $47M! Not bad for 10 years behind bars. 🤯
Coinbase exec Conor Grogan found the stash, noting it was never confiscated when Silk Road was shut down in 2013. Back then, BTC was $120. Today? It’s grown 1,000x.
Whether Ross still has access is anyone’s guess, but if he does… retirement’s looking pretty golden. 🤑🌟
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Crypto soothsayer
💥 Justin Sun’s “What If I Ran Ethereum” Plan 💡 Justin Sun shared his bold vision for Ethereum leadership, promising “ETH to $10,000” with an aggressive first-week strategy: 1️⃣ No more ETH sales for 3 years. Revenue would come from staking, borrowing…
🚀 Justin Sun’s "MEGA" Move!
Today, Justin Sun is hyping Ethereum in style. He posted a short but catchy tweet:
“MEGA” (Make Ethereum Great Again)—a playful twist on Trump’s famous slogan.
Looks like Justin’s rallying for Ethereum’s glory days. Will it work? Let’s watch the ETH waves roll in! 🌊🔥
Today, Justin Sun is hyping Ethereum in style. He posted a short but catchy tweet:
“MEGA” (Make Ethereum Great Again)—a playful twist on Trump’s famous slogan.
Looks like Justin’s rallying for Ethereum’s glory days. Will it work? Let’s watch the ETH waves roll in! 🌊🔥
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🚀 Ross Ulbricht’s New Chapter
Yesterday, Ross Ulbricht—jailed in 2015, long before most of us even knew about crypto—was pardoned by Trump. A look back at his infamous Silk Road marketplace reminds us how wild the early Bitcoin days were. Two BTC for a dose of cannabis? Crazy, right? 🤯
To celebrate his release, Kraken donated $111,111 in BTC to Ross, stating:
Justice, Bitcoin love, and a fresh start for Ross—what a story. 💪💸
Yesterday, Ross Ulbricht—jailed in 2015, long before most of us even knew about crypto—was pardoned by Trump. A look back at his infamous Silk Road marketplace reminds us how wild the early Bitcoin days were. Two BTC for a dose of cannabis? Crazy, right? 🤯
To celebrate his release, Kraken donated $111,111 in BTC to Ross, stating:
"After what you've been through, we want to help you land on your feet with the support of the Bitcoin community."
Justice, Bitcoin love, and a fresh start for Ross—what a story. 💪💸
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🐋 Whales Rule Trump Tokens!
According to Chainalysis, 94% of all TRUMP and MELANIA tokens are held by just 40 whales with $10M+ each. Meanwhile, 77% of holders made less than $100—talk about “the 1%.” 💸
Even though 790K wallets hold TRUMP and 343K own MELANIA, most of the pie is concentrated in a few hands. Bubblemaps even claims 90% of MELANIA is in a single wallet! 🤔
Despite this, the Trump memecoin frenzy brought a wave of new users, with nearly half creating wallets just to join the hype. 🐶🚀
According to Chainalysis, 94% of all TRUMP and MELANIA tokens are held by just 40 whales with $10M+ each. Meanwhile, 77% of holders made less than $100—talk about “the 1%.” 💸
Even though 790K wallets hold TRUMP and 343K own MELANIA, most of the pie is concentrated in a few hands. Bubblemaps even claims 90% of MELANIA is in a single wallet! 🤔
Despite this, the Trump memecoin frenzy brought a wave of new users, with nearly half creating wallets just to join the hype. 🐶🚀
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🚨 Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Freed After Kidnapping!
🥷 David Balland, co-founder of Ledger, was kidnapped on January 21, 2025, with ransom demands in cryptocurrency. French authorities confirmed his rescue on January 22 by GIGN forces.
The criminals transported Balland to another location, where he was held captive. Investigations revealed the kidnappers demanded a large crypto ransom—a crime punishable by life imprisonment in France.
Balland is now safe, receiving medical care, while authorities continue to track down the perpetrators. The Paris prosecutor’s office is working with organized crime and cybercrime units to bring justice. ⚖️
A dramatic reminder: even in the crypto world, real-world risks are all too real. 🛡🔒
🥷 David Balland, co-founder of Ledger, was kidnapped on January 21, 2025, with ransom demands in cryptocurrency. French authorities confirmed his rescue on January 22 by GIGN forces.
The criminals transported Balland to another location, where he was held captive. Investigations revealed the kidnappers demanded a large crypto ransom—a crime punishable by life imprisonment in France.
Balland is now safe, receiving medical care, while authorities continue to track down the perpetrators. The Paris prosecutor’s office is working with organized crime and cybercrime units to bring justice. ⚖️
A dramatic reminder: even in the crypto world, real-world risks are all too real. 🛡🔒
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🚨 Bitcoin Wobbles After Trump’s Crypto Order!
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating a working group to explore a "national digital asset stockpile".
What Happened?
▪️Many hoped for a Bitcoin-specific reserve, but the vague language mentions “digital assets,” leaving room for other cryptos.
▪️BTC volatility: Price surged to $106K on speculation but fell to $102K after the order was signed. It’s now steady at $105K.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
▪️The stockpile may include seized crypto assets.
▪️Trump’s crypto czar, David Sacks, says the plan is still under evaluation.
▪️Bitcoin maxis are disappointed the order wasn’t BTC-exclusive, but some see it as a tech-neutral step forward for US crypto leadership.
The market’s riding the rumor mill, but will this push BTC to global dominance or just create more drama? Stay tuned. 🌍💸
Bitcoin reacted like a rollercoaster, spiking between $102K and $106K. Now? It's chilling at $105K.
Crypto’s heating up, and the US wants in! 🇺🇸🔥
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating a working group to explore a "national digital asset stockpile".
What Happened?
▪️Many hoped for a Bitcoin-specific reserve, but the vague language mentions “digital assets,” leaving room for other cryptos.
▪️BTC volatility: Price surged to $106K on speculation but fell to $102K after the order was signed. It’s now steady at $105K.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
▪️The stockpile may include seized crypto assets.
▪️Trump’s crypto czar, David Sacks, says the plan is still under evaluation.
▪️Bitcoin maxis are disappointed the order wasn’t BTC-exclusive, but some see it as a tech-neutral step forward for US crypto leadership.
The market’s riding the rumor mill, but will this push BTC to global dominance or just create more drama? Stay tuned. 🌍💸
Bitcoin reacted like a rollercoaster, spiking between $102K and $106K. Now? It's chilling at $105K.
Crypto’s heating up, and the US wants in! 🇺🇸🔥
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🔥 US Senator Cynthia Lummis, a well-known Bitcoin advocate, has officially been elected Chair of the Senate Digital Assets Committee!
Lummis previously proposed the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve. CZ from Binance retweeted her post, hinting that the US Bitcoin reserve is closer than ever. 💪
Meanwhile, Trump’s recent crypto executive order mentions a reserve of “seized digital assets,” adding fuel to the speculation that big moves for Bitcoin could be on the horizon. 🚀
US crypto policy just got a lot more BTC-friendly! 🇺🇸💰
Lummis previously proposed the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve. CZ from Binance retweeted her post, hinting that the US Bitcoin reserve is closer than ever. 💪
Meanwhile, Trump’s recent crypto executive order mentions a reserve of “seized digital assets,” adding fuel to the speculation that big moves for Bitcoin could be on the horizon. 🚀
US crypto policy just got a lot more BTC-friendly! 🇺🇸💰
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💥 Phemex Hacked for $70M — North Korea Suspected
Singapore-based exchange Phemex faced a massive exploit, losing over $70 million in crypto assets. Security experts, including blockchain sleuths, suspect North Korean hackers are behind the attack, which involved simultaneous multi-chain transactions across BTC, ETH, SOL, and others.
🥷 Hackers quickly swapped stablecoins like USDC and USDT for ETH, leaving only pennies of lesser-known tokens behind. The attackers reportedly used a manual approach, hinting at a highly experienced team.
Phemex CEO assured users that cold wallets remain secure and announced plans for compensation. Investigations are ongoing, with blockchain researchers drawing parallels to past state-sponsored exploits. 🕵️♂️
Singapore-based exchange Phemex faced a massive exploit, losing over $70 million in crypto assets. Security experts, including blockchain sleuths, suspect North Korean hackers are behind the attack, which involved simultaneous multi-chain transactions across BTC, ETH, SOL, and others.
🥷 Hackers quickly swapped stablecoins like USDC and USDT for ETH, leaving only pennies of lesser-known tokens behind. The attackers reportedly used a manual approach, hinting at a highly experienced team.
Phemex CEO assured users that cold wallets remain secure and announced plans for compensation. Investigations are ongoing, with blockchain researchers drawing parallels to past state-sponsored exploits. 🕵️♂️
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🚀 Binance Labs Rebrands to YZi Labs
💰 Binance's venture arm has officially become YZi Labs, marking an expanded focus on AI and biotechnology while staying dedicated to Web3 innovation.
➡️ This move aligns with CZ stepping back from Binance, with the company signaling a new chapter. Despite the rebranding, CZ remains actively involved, mentoring founders and supporting projects.
The rebranding represents more than a name change; it reflects a broader vision to explore transformative sectors like AI and biotech, while maintaining strong support for existing portfolio companies. "This is about expanding horizons," said CZ. 🌐✨
💰 Binance's venture arm has officially become YZi Labs, marking an expanded focus on AI and biotechnology while staying dedicated to Web3 innovation.
➡️ This move aligns with CZ stepping back from Binance, with the company signaling a new chapter. Despite the rebranding, CZ remains actively involved, mentoring founders and supporting projects.
The rebranding represents more than a name change; it reflects a broader vision to explore transformative sectors like AI and biotech, while maintaining strong support for existing portfolio companies. "This is about expanding horizons," said CZ. 🌐✨
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🚀 Bitcoin to $150K? Analyst Predicts 2017 Repeat
🕵️♂️ Glassnode analyst James Check says Bitcoin could reach $150,000 this cycle, mimicking its 2017 rally. However, he warns that levels above $150K might be short-lived, calling them "speculative fever."
📊 Currently trading at $104K, Bitcoin is showing signs of repeating its past patterns. Check expects a period of consolidation until May, followed by stronger rallies later in the year.
💡 Quick Stats:
▪️Long-term holders would see 509% profit at $150K.
▪️Short-term holders could average 66% gains.
Other analysts expect the real macro top to hit in Q4 2025, with some predicting Bitcoin's next all-time high by July–October 2025. 👀
Is the bull run warming up, or will history write another twist? HODLers, stay tuned! 📈🔥
🕵️♂️ Glassnode analyst James Check says Bitcoin could reach $150,000 this cycle, mimicking its 2017 rally. However, he warns that levels above $150K might be short-lived, calling them "speculative fever."
📊 Currently trading at $104K, Bitcoin is showing signs of repeating its past patterns. Check expects a period of consolidation until May, followed by stronger rallies later in the year.
💡 Quick Stats:
▪️Long-term holders would see 509% profit at $150K.
▪️Short-term holders could average 66% gains.
Other analysts expect the real macro top to hit in Q4 2025, with some predicting Bitcoin's next all-time high by July–October 2025. 👀
Is the bull run warming up, or will history write another twist? HODLers, stay tuned! 📈🔥
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🏦 Trump vs. Powell: Interest Rate Duel 🎭
Donald Trump has declared himself the “real expert on interest rates” and hinted at schooling Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell “at the right time.” 🧐
- said Trump confidently from the Oval Office.
🗣 Fresh off his Davos speech, Trump not only took a jab at Powell but also promised to make the U.S. the “global capital of AI and cryptocurrency.”
Could Bitcoin be gearing up for another surge? Lower interest rates have always been a friend to crypto! 🚀
Donald Trump has declared himself the “real expert on interest rates” and hinted at schooling Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell “at the right time.” 🧐
"I know interest rates better than them,"
- said Trump confidently from the Oval Office.
🗣 Fresh off his Davos speech, Trump not only took a jab at Powell but also promised to make the U.S. the “global capital of AI and cryptocurrency.”
Could Bitcoin be gearing up for another surge? Lower interest rates have always been a friend to crypto! 🚀
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