AI Agent Sends $442K to Beggar Amid Crypto Adoption Boom

OpenAI's employee accidentally sent $442,000 to a beggar through an AI agent, sparking concerns about the risks associated with artificial intelligence. The incident highlights the need for more stringent controls and regulations in the development and use of AI.

The use of AI in finance has increased significantly, with Bybit's CEO Ben Zhou discussing the adoption of crypto and its applications in various industries. In a recent keynote session, Zhou presented data showing that the number of crypto owners had grown by 16% in 2025, bringing the global crypto ownership rate to 8.7%. The trend was also visible in traditional finance, with the number of TradFi firms onboarding crypto doubling in 2025.

Bybit has been at the forefront of this trend, with its CEO stating that the company aims to go beyond being an exchange and evolve into a comprehensive financial platform. Bybit has released new products, grown its footprint, and powered a wide range of use cases, including the launch of its crypto debit card in the European Economic Area.