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Lumino Secure Multi-Party Computing: A New Generation Of Data Security Sharing Solution

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The Dilemma Of Digital Economy

The most critical and cardinal element of the digital economy is data. Data is the “oil” of digital economy. Hence, utilizing the “data oil” safely and efficiently is the focal point of global economic digital transformation. On the one hand, the digital economy has entered a high-speed development age. The global digital economy has reached 36.2% of global GDP. It is necessary to open up the “data island” among enterprises and establish an open and shared digital resource environment. On the other hand, the public is paying more and more attention to personal privacy and data security, and regulators have introduced a series of regulations to ensure information security. For example, car companies buy parts back and assemble them into cars, the ownership belongs to the car companies, while parts manufacturers also make it clear that once the parts are sold to factories, the factories have ownership. But the data level is more sensitive. Personal data include the face, voice, name, height and other sensitive personal privacy specifics. How to define the ownership of the data between these parties? At present, there are no clear legal provisions, nor the industry has clear answers. In foreign practice, the EU has made very strict data protection regulations, but the entire EU data information technology industry lags behind China and the United States.

Because data protection is too strict, data from different sources do not interact, data is not open and can not interact to generate value and to improve the efficiency of the economy as a whole. The EU is not a good example, because it does not balance the relationship between data privacy protection and the development of the data industry.

Privacy protection and data security need multi-party promotion

Facing the dilemma of data security and sharing, the “available and invisible” secure multi-party computing provides us with an innovative solution.

Secure multi-party computing is a calculation process performed by multiple participants. Multi-party computing technology includes inadvertent transmission, secret sharing and confusing circuit. Multi-party computing has the advantage of high confidentiality and maneuverability, and each party has absolute control over the data it owns. Secure multi-party computing can be applied to networks where participants are not trusted. Participants can know the agreed results of collaborative computation, but they can’t get or deduce the original contents of the data. The flow of data and the collaborative analysis are of great value in all industries, and have brought about a lot of application demands. There are two main scenarios in the market:

1) Data security query

In the big data age, the data that the enterprise holds itself often cannot satisfy the demand of business analysis, many enterprises will purchase the external data to expand the data source. When an enterprise uses an external database to query, it faces the risk of divulging the query condition information. MPC technology helps enterprises to set up a secure query to obtain more external data under the condition of ensuring their own data security, thereby deepening the digital transformation and making better use of big data technology to optimize business.

2) Data joint analysis

Joint analysis often faces two headwinds. On one hand, it is illegal to trade personal privacy information. On the other hand, data sharing makes data-holding companies lose their competitive edge. MPC technology, through inadvertently querying, makes the data not public, the query object not exposed, and the results can be correctly given feedback for, which has an important application in the financial risk control business.

Lumino: new ideas for secure multi-party computing

Lumino is a large-scale activity that uses secure multi-party computing protocols to generate zero knowledge proof system public reference string (CRS) in a de-trust manner, and it is a prerequisite and an important step for deploying and using privacy-related applications in a decentralized ecosystem. The activity now focuses on the PLONK algorithm. As a practical and efficient zk-SNARK algorithm, PLONK is often used in blockchain projects and communities, which is characterized by only one-time initialization process, i. e. running once, it can be used to support a variety of underlying circuit logic and multi-class application deployment.

Lumino’s vision, from the start, was to link the world’s cryptographic geeks to become co-creators and witnesses of privacy computing infrastructure, not just an event but a ritual. We changed the method of centralizing system parameters into a distributed one. For a truly community-based and open-source blockchain ecosystem, each of which is the most critical link, and each participant who joins makes the bottom one safer, which would be a ceremonial collective wisdom.

Lumino is the cornerstone of subsequent de-centering privacy protection applications based on zero-knowledge proof, and the subsequent de-centralization applications will be safer only if the activity is safely completed.

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Terrance Bradford Tampa, FL Explains Why Problem-Solving Is One of Construction’s Most Valuable Skills

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San Francisco, CA, 18th July 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Construction projects rarely unfold exactly as planned. Weather conditions, material availability, scheduling conflicts, and unexpected site conditions can all create obstacles that require quick thinking and practical solutions. According to Terrance Bradford Tampa, FL, one of the most valuable skills a construction professional can develop is the ability to solve problems effectively while keeping projects moving forward.

With more than two decades of experience in the construction industry, Bradford has learned that successful projects are not defined by the absence of challenges, but by how those challenges are managed. Every project presents opportunities to adapt, communicate, and make informed decisions that keep work progressing efficiently.

“Every construction project will encounter obstacles at some point,” Bradford says. “The difference is how teams respond. Strong problem-solving keeps projects moving instead of allowing setbacks to become larger issues.”

Every Project Presents Unique Challenges

According to Terrance Bradford Tampa, FL, no two construction projects are exactly alike. Site conditions, client goals, environmental factors, and scheduling demands all introduce different variables that require thoughtful planning and flexibility.

Rather than relying on the same solution every time, Bradford believes construction professionals should evaluate each situation individually and make decisions based on the project’s specific needs.

“Experience gives you perspective,” he explains. “The more projects you complete, the better you become at recognizing potential challenges and identifying practical solutions.”

Communication Improves Problem-Solving

Bradford believes effective communication is one of the most important tools when resolving issues during construction.

Construction projects involve multiple stakeholders, and keeping everyone informed allows decisions to be made more efficiently. Open communication also helps prevent misunderstandings that could create additional delays.

“When everyone understands what’s happening, teams can work together toward a solution much faster,” Bradford says. “Communication reduces uncertainty and helps maintain momentum.”

By encouraging transparency, project teams can respond more confidently when unexpected situations arise.

Staying Calm Under Pressure

Construction can be a fast-paced environment where decisions often need to be made quickly. Bradford believes remaining calm during difficult situations allows leaders to evaluate options more effectively.

“When challenges happen, people naturally look for direction,” he says. “Remaining focused instead of reacting emotionally helps everyone make better decisions.”

This steady approach not only improves project outcomes but also builds confidence throughout the team.

Learning From Every Challenge

One of Terrance Bradford’s guiding principles is viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

Every project provides lessons that can improve future planning, communication, and decision-making. By reflecting on both successes and setbacks, construction professionals continue strengthening their ability to solve problems more effectively.

“I’ve learned something from every project I’ve worked on,” Bradford explains. “Those experiences help prepare you for the next challenge.”

Continuous improvement allows professionals to develop greater confidence while improving overall project performance.

Preparation Makes a Difference

While unexpected situations cannot always be avoided, Terrance Bradford Tampa, FL believes preparation significantly reduces their impact.

Careful planning, organized documentation, realistic scheduling, and proactive communication help teams anticipate many common challenges before construction begins.

“The more prepared you are, the more options you have when something unexpected occurs,” Bradford says. “Preparation gives teams flexibility.”

Strong preparation also allows projects to remain focused on long-term objectives instead of reacting to every short-term obstacle.

Building Stronger Construction Teams

Bradford believes problem-solving is ultimately a team effort. Encouraging collaboration and creating an environment where individuals feel comfortable sharing ideas often leads to better solutions.

“No single person has every answer,” he explains. “When people work together and bring different perspectives, they’re able to solve problems more effectively.”

Creating a collaborative culture strengthens not only project outcomes but also long-term professional relationships.

Looking Ahead

As construction projects continue becoming more complex, Terrance Bradford Tampa, FL believes problem-solving will remain one of the industry’s most valuable skills. Professionals who combine preparation, communication, adaptability, and collaboration are better equipped to navigate challenges while delivering successful results.

For Bradford, construction has always been about more than building structures. It is about bringing people together, overcoming obstacles, and continuously finding better ways to serve clients and strengthen communities. By approaching every challenge with a solutions-focused mindset, he believes construction professionals can continue delivering quality work while building trust that lasts well beyond project completion.

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Numerai Completes Third Strategic NMR Buyback, Bringing Total Repurchases to $3.2 Million

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San Francisco, CA, July 17th, 2026, Chainwire

Crowdsourced Hedge Fund Completes Third Open-Market Purchase as Contributor Network and Assets Continue to Grow

Numerai, the decentralized hedge fund powered by crowdsourced machine learning, today announced the completion of a third strategic purchase of Numeraire (NMR), acquiring an additional $1.2 million of the token from the open market. The purchase brings Numerai’s total NMR buybacks to $3.2 million within one year.

The buyback reflects Numerai’s continued investment in the staking system that aligns thousands of independent data scientists toward improving the firm’s Stake-Weighted Meta Model, the machine learning model that powers Numerai’s hedge fund. Contributors stake NMR on their models, earning additional NMR when their predictions perform well on future market data and losing it when they do not. The resulting Stake-Weighted Meta Model continues to outperform Numerai’s internal benchmark models, demonstrating the value of aligning incentives with predictive performance.

Since announcing its first strategic buyback in July 2025, Numerai’s network has expanded significantly. Active accounts have more than doubled over the past year, submissions continue to increase, and the platform has introduced new infrastructure including Numerai Skills, Numerai Model Context Protocol (MCP), and Atomic Blockchain Staking, enabling increasingly autonomous participation by AI systems.

The underlying hedge fund has also continued to grow. According to the company, Numerai now manages approximately $700 million in assets, up from approximately $560 million at the end of 2025.

Numeraire is a fixed-supply Ethereum token capped at 11 million NMR. Because tournament rewards and staking incentives are distributed from Numerai’s treasury, the company is replenishing its holdings through open-market purchases. Before this buyback, approximately 3.1 million NMR remained in Numerai’s treasury.

Unlike the previous two announcements, this buyback had already been completed before today’s announcement. As with prior purchases, the transaction was executed on the open market through Coinbase Institutional at or near the bid price over several weeks to minimize market impact.

Past performance is not indicative of future results. This content does not represent an offer to purchase or sell any security or the interests of any account managed by Numerai GP, LLC or its affiliates. Such an offer may only be made to persons who qualify to invest and in jurisdictions in which such an offer is legal.

About Numerai

Numerai is a San Francisco-based hedge fund and data science platform founded in 2015. Through a global competition and open API, thousands of data scientists submit stock market signals that are aggregated into a single Meta Model used to trade global equities. Numeraire (NMR) is used to stake and reward models that improve the fund. Numerai’s mission is to build the world’s last hedge fund through open, competitive machine intelligence.

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ether.fi Partners with Nexus Mutual to Protect Against ETH Slashing at Institutional Scale

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London, United Kingdom, July 17th, 2026, Chainwire

ether.fi, the leading onchain neobank for digital asset management, has selected Nexus Mutual to provide crypto’s largest-ever ETH Slashing Cover. The cover protects ether.fi‘s validators against up to 15,000 ETH worth of slashing penalties.

As ether.fi continues to see rapid adoption from both retail and institutional audiences, securing industry-leading protection against slashing risk for ether.fi users is critical. Over the last year, ether.fi has been systematically strengthening their stack across infrastructure, risk management, operational security and real-time defense systems. 

Since ether.fi operates one of the largest validator sets on Ethereum, slashing is a real tail risk for them. By working with Nexus Mutual, ether.fi has mitigated this with protection that kicks in to secure against validator losses. This cover was calculated to protect ether.fi in even the most extreme scenarios and represents more than all historical losses from ETH slashing combined.

“We’ve always believed the safest protocols will ultimately win. That’s why we’ve invested heavily in audits, operational security, staking architecture, and now the largest insurance program in the industry. We are excited to partner with Nexus Mutual to make this a reality,” said Mike Silagadze, Founder & CEO of ether.fi.

“We’ve known the ether.fi team since before it was ether.fi, and they’ve been focused on risk from day one. Covering their users for up to 15,000 ETH in slashing penalties is a historic step, and we’re proud they chose Nexus Mutual to take it with them,” said Hugh Karp, Founder of Nexus Mutual.

About ether.fi

ether.fi is the leading onchain neobank for digital asset management. With $6B+ in AUM across Cash (crypto card), Stake (restaking), and Liquid (liquid restaking derivatives), ether.fi has established category dominance in crypto neobanking. It’s the rare institutional-grade product built for consumer adoption. 

About Nexus Mutual

Nexus Mutual is the first crypto insurance alternative. Since 2019, they have covered more than $7 billion against smart contract hacks, slashing, and other digital asset risks. As the industry leader, they have become a trusted partner for everyone from individuals to institutions to help manage onchain risk.

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