ZKP Presale Auction Is Live With $100M Behind It

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**Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) Enters the Market Fully Self-Funded with $100M Deployed**

Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) is making waves in the crypto space, entering the market fully self-funded with $100 million already deployed. This includes $20 million invested in infrastructure and an additional $17 million allocated to live Proof Pods. Unlike many crypto projects that sell dreams instead of delivering results, ZKP is breaking the cycle—it isn’t speculation; it’s already live and operational.

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### Launching Into Functionality, Not Funding

In the current crypto landscape, many projects raise funds under the promise to build in the future. ZKP takes a different approach. With $100 million self-funded and already spent, ZKP has built a fully operational platform with no need to raise money to start development.

– **$20M deployed on core infrastructure**: Ensuring a scalable, four-layer system actively running.
– **$17M invested in Proof Pods**: Real-world redundancy nodes designed to guarantee uptime and failure protection from day one.

This operational readiness isn’t just marketing talk—it significantly alters how exchanges, partners, and traders approach ZKP, accelerating adoption since the network is live and delivering from the outset.

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### A 450-Day Auction Designed for Retail Investors

ZKP isn’t relying solely on infrastructure; it also introduces a thoughtful, anti-whale auction design spanning 450 days. This long-form auction prevents early manipulation and offers retail investors a meaningful chance to participate fairly.

Key features of the auction include:

– **Daily price discovery** to reward early participants with better pricing.
– **Contribution caps ($50K/day per wallet)** to stop whales from dominating the auction or front-running smaller investors.
– A **pricing curve that rewards early, consistent participation**, allowing savvy investors to potentially realize returns between 1,000x and 10,000x based purely on price action.

Because ZKP’s network is already live, buyers do not need to wait for exchange listings to judge the project’s value—the auction itself represents a real, working opportunity.

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### ZKP’s 4-Layer System: Ready for Scale from Day One

In a crypto world where many projects struggle to transition from testnet to mainnet within a year, ZKP stands apart by offering a fully functioning protocol built for scalability, security, and performance from day one.

Investors benefit from:

– A **four-layer architectural design**, supporting secure and scalable operations.
– **Live uptime and failover protection** through dedicated hardware and Proof Pods.
– Immediate access to a **working ecosystem**, eliminating the guesswork common with pre-launch projects.

Through this infrastructure combined with their structured auction, ZKP unlocks early-stage asymmetry, providing a clear edge to early investors who buy into a functioning product.

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### Not Hype—Access to a $100M Working Ecosystem

ZKP is not another speculative token offering without substance. It is a live network backed by $100 million of self-funded infrastructure, with thousands of dollars invested in both deployment and real-world redundancy.

For investors, this means:

– Immediate entry into a **working, secure system**.
– Participation in a **well-structured 450-day auction** designed to reward early involvement.
– Potential for exceptional returns (projected between 1,000x and 10,000x), depending on auction timing and momentum.

While many crypto projects deliver whitepapers promising future innovations, ZKP delivers a **live product and a clear path to exponential growth**. The only remaining question is how soon investors are willing to engage.

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Shogbonyo puts up 14 in Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s 68-56 victory over SE Louisiana

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) — Nick Shogbonyo scored 14 points to lead Texas A&M-Corpus Christi to a 68-56 victory over Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday.

Shogbonyo was efficient on the court, shooting 3 of 5 from the field, including an impressive 3 for 4 from beyond the arc. He also contributed 5 of 7 from the free-throw line, helping the Islanders improve to 10-8 overall and 6-3 in Southland Conference play.

Bryson Wheatfall added nine points and pulled down five rebounds for Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.

For Southeastern Louisiana, Isaiah Gaines led all scorers with 18 points, six rebounds, two steals, and two blocks. Peter Hemschemeier also provided a strong performance with 13 points and four assists, while Jeremy Elyzee chipped in 12 points.

The Lions’ record dropped to 5-13 overall and 2-7 in conference play.

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https://mymotherlode.com/sports/college-sports-game-stories/10417670/shogbonyo-puts-up-14-in-texas-am-corpus-christis-68-56-victory-over-se-louisiana.html

Timothy Busfield’s Lawyers Claim Parents of Alleged Sex Abuse Victims Have ‘History of Fraud’

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While requesting Timothy Busfield’s release as he awaits trial for child sex abuse allegations, the director-actor’s lawyers argued that the parents of his underage accusers are motivated by money and revenge, citing their “extraordinarily checkered” pasts.

The West Wing alum, 68, was charged with two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor and one count of child abuse in New Mexico on Tuesday, Jan. 13, after surrendering to Albuquerque police. The warrant for his arrest alleged that he engaged in unlawful sexual conduct with 11-year-old twin boys who were child actors on the set of the FOX series *The Cleaning Lady*, where Busfield served as a director.

Busfield, who is married to actress Melissa Gilbert, has denied all child sex abuse crimes and said in a video obtained by TMZ that he plans to “confront these lies” and “fight.”

In a new opposition court filing submitted on Friday, Jan. 16, Busfield’s lawyers opposed the state’s motion for pretrial detention by, in part, taking aim at the parents of the accusers, Angele LaSalle and Ronald Rodis, citing their “disturbing” histories of alleged fraud, scamming, and more. The filing also claims LaSalle was previously heard stating that she “would ‘get her revenge against Tim Busfield.’”

The filing, obtained by PEOPLE on Saturday, Jan. 17, argues that “the State offers no reliable proof, only allegations advanced by witnesses with documented histories of fraud and financial exploitation, contradicted by a comprehensive studio investigation, and refuted by witnesses and objective risk assessments.”

The state’s case against Busfield, the actor’s lawyers argue in the filing, “rests almost entirely on the accounts” of the “two stage parents,” who “are not neutral observers.”

“Their allegations emerged only after the loss of the twins’ role and only after consultation with civil counsel, creating an obvious financial and retaliatory motive,” the filing states, referring to the child actors’ alleged 2024 recasting in *The Cleaning Lady*, which ran from January 2022 until June 2025. “That motive must be evaluated against the couple’s well-documented history of fraud and dishonesty,” it adds.

### Allegations Against the Accusers’ Parents

First taking aim at the twins’ father, Rodis, the filing claims that his alleged past conduct points to “his willingness to manipulate narratives when money is at stake,” and argues that Rodis is “leveraging a crisis to generate personal financial gain.”

The filing states that Rodis “is a former attorney who was convicted of federal conspiracy and wire fraud and was later disbarred following that prosecution for a multi-million-dollar scheme in which he used his law license to deceive vulnerable victims for profit.” Rodis previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud after the scheme, which “defrauded more than 1,500 homeowners of approximately $6 million,” was brought to light, according to the filing.

Additionally, testimony from a director of photography on *The Cleaning Lady* set described Rodis as “pushy and manipulative” and said that he would “frequently encourage and tell the children to hug people on set, including Mr. Busfield.”

The accusers’ mother, LaSalle, has an “equally disturbing history,” the filing states, citing that she “has had multiple civil judgments entered against her for fraudulent and dishonest behavior.” She was sued for “various claims including fraud, conversion, and fraudulent transfer,” including allegedly unlawfully repossessing a Bentley car after selling it and writing bad checks to Las Vegas casinos, according to the filing.

“The fact of the matter is that the parents driving the allegations against Mr. Busfield have an extraordinarily checkered past that casts enormous doubt on the truthfulness of their statements,” the filing states.

Busfield’s lawyers also argue that the parents are motivated by revenge, in addition to money.

PEOPLE was unable to reach attorneys for Rodis and LaSalle.

### Background and Investigations

An investigation into Busfield previously began on Nov. 1, 2024, after a doctor at the University of New Mexico Hospital alerted police about alleged sexual abuse.

According to the filing, a separate, independent investigation conducted by Warner Bros. Television Studios in 2025 “found not only that allegations against Mr. Busfield were unfounded, but also that Angele LaSalle, after hearing that her children might not be returning for a fourth season, stated to the show’s lead actor that she would ‘get her revenge against Tim Busfield.’”

In a statement to PEOPLE, a Warner Bros. representative said, “The health and safety of our cast and crew is always our top priority, especially the safety of minors on our productions. We take all allegations of misconduct very seriously and have systems in place to promptly and thoroughly investigate, and when needed, take appropriate action. [We] have been and will continue to cooperate with law enforcement.”
https://people.com/timothy-busfield-lawyers-claim-parents-of-alleged-sex-abuse-victims-have-history-of-fraud-11887859

Rick Caruso will not run for Calif. gov. or LA mayor

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Rick Caruso has announced that he will not run for governor or Los Angeles mayor this year, putting an end to months of speculation about a potential political comeback following his narrow loss in 2022.

A person close to Caruso told The Post that he wants to focus on his family and believes, “this is an extremely toxic time in politics.” The 67-year-old real estate titan confirmed his decision in a social media statement, explaining that he has spent the past year listening to Angelenos and Californians while weighing the cost of another campaign.

“Where I can make the greatest impact and how a possible campaign for public office would affect my family,” Caruso wrote on Friday, “were the two questions guiding my decision.” After “many heartfelt conversations” at home, he concluded that the answer would be no.

Caruso had been widely considered a potential successor to Governor Gavin Newsom, whose term is ending, as well as a possible rematch challenger to LA Mayor Karen Bass. He has been a vocal critic of Bass, particularly regarding her handling of last January’s devastating Palisades Fire, which destroyed thousands of homes in Malibu and Pacific Palisades—areas where Caruso owns property.
https://nypost.com/2026/01/16/us-news/rick-caruso-will-not-run-for-calif-gov-or-la-mayor/

Man convicted of murder in Upper Peninsula crash that killed woman

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**Man Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder in Fatal 2021 Michigan Crash**

CHIPPEWA COUNTY, MI — A man has been found guilty of second-degree murder more than four years after a fatal crash that claimed the life of a woman in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

Tanner Dunbar Harrison was convicted on Friday, January 16, of one count of second-degree murder following a five-day jury trial, according to a joint press release from the Chippewa County prosecutor and sheriff’s offices.

Harrison was found guilty of driving recklessly and leading police on a high-speed chase that ended when he crashed into the vehicle of Katie Robinson, killing her.

“We all wish this tragic event could have been avoided. Tanner Harrison made that impossible by his actions,” Sheriff Michael Bitnar said in a statement.

### The Incident

The fatal crash occurred on the evening of June 17, 2021. Police were dispatched to M-129 near Pickford after receiving multiple reports of a reckless driver operating a Ford F-350 pickup truck.

Reports indicated that the driver, later identified as Harrison, had been running cars off the road and even threw a tire iron at one of the vehicles, according to the news release.

Deputies located the suspect vehicle on M-129 near 8 Mile and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. However, Harrison fled from the police, continuing to drive recklessly. Deputies recorded him traveling at speeds exceeding 90 miles per hour.

The pursuit ended when Harrison deliberately rear-ended Robinson’s vehicle. Robinson, who had just left work and was traveling northbound on Ashmun Street, was struck at approximately 88 miles per hour.

Tragically, Katie Robinson was pronounced dead at the scene.

### Community Response

Chippewa County officials extended their deepest condolences to Robinson’s family.

“Katie Robinson was a talented hockey player with the kindest soul, taken from this world far too soon because of Mr. Harrison’s actions,” the sheriff’s office said.

This conviction marks an important step toward justice for Robinson’s family and the community affected by this tragic event.
https://www.mlive.com/news/2026/01/man-convicted-of-murder-in-upper-peninsula-crash-that-killed-woman.html

Bill Belichick will work as TV analyst for CFP national championship game

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Bill Belichick will be in the building for the College Football Playoff National Championship game on Monday, but rather than coaching on the sidelines, he will be up in the broadcasting booth. Belichick is expected to join the ACC Network’s coverage of the championship game at Hard Rock Stadium as a guest analyst before Indiana and Miami face off, ESPN announced Friday.

This will not be the first time that the North Carolina head coach has been on screen. He previously worked with Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions in between his coaching tenure with the New England Patriots and the University of North Carolina. Belichick was a recurring guest on the “ManningCast” alternate broadcast of “Monday Night Football” during the 2024 NFL season.

Belichick’s first season with the Tar Heels was difficult, as he experienced a disastrous inaugural year, finishing with a 4-8 record and remaining near the bottom of the ACC standings. Despite the challenges, Belichick has been busy in the offseason, working to strengthen the team. He recently acquired former Wisconsin quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., who played in just two games for the Badgers before suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 2 earlier this month.

In December, Belichick made significant changes to his coaching staff at UNC, firing offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens and special teams coordinator Mike Priefer. “We want to thank Coach Kitchens and Coach Priefer for their commitment and many contributions to our program and student-athletes,” Belichick said in a statement. “We wish them both nothing but the best in their future endeavors.”

Belichick’s first NCAA season was also overshadowed by off-field issues, particularly involving Jordon Hudson, who was a regular presence at North Carolina games in 2025. Ex-ESPN personality Pablo Torre ran stories claiming the 24-year-old Hudson was detrimental to the football program and alleged that she was barred from entering UNC facilities.

In response to those claims, Hudson announced on Instagram in November that she is suing Torre for statements made on his podcast “Pablo Torre Finds Out” in May. “P. S. I’m suing you @pstorre,” Hudson wrote in her post.

As Belichick transitions into this new phase of his career, both on and off the field, all eyes will be on his next moves—whether in the booth or on the sideline.
https://nypost.com/2026/01/16/sports/bill-belichick-will-work-as-analyst-for-acc-networks-coverage-of-cfp-national-championship-game/

Athletes Unlimited roster features mix of WNBA veterans, emerging stars

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Athletes Unlimited has announced the final roster for the fifth season of its women’s professional basketball league. The announcement came on Thursday, revealing a talented group that once again features a strong contingent of established WNBA stars, led by Tina Charles.

The 40-player field includes 20 returning players and 20 newcomers for the upcoming season, which will run from February 4 through March 1 at Municipal Auditorium, according to the Associated Press.

Among the notable returners are Tina Charles, the WNBA’s all-time leader in rebounds and made field goals, along with seasoned veterans Ariel Atkins, Alysha Clark, Kia Nurse, Odyssey Sims, Aerial Powers, Kiah Stokes, Brianna Turner, Isabelle Harrison, and Bria Hartley.

Lexie Brown, chair of the AU Pro Basketball Player Executive Committee, will be joined by her father, Dee Brown, who will serve as a player enhancement specialist alongside Danielle Viglione. The coaching staff for this season includes Zak Buncik, Edniesha Curry, Chaz Franklin, and Kia Vaughn.

The roster also highlights younger players and recent standouts such as Aneesah Morrow, NaLyssa Smith, Jacy Sheldon, Te-Hina Paopao, Zia Cooke, Deja Kelly, Kaitlyn Chen, Jaylyn Sherrod, and Aaliyah Nye.

Megan Perry, vice president of basketball for Athletes Unlimited, expressed enthusiasm about the talent pool. “The depth across all 40 spots is exceptional, and it’s going to make this one of the most challenging and compelling seasons we’ve had,” Perry said.

With a mix of seasoned pros and rising stars, this season promises exciting competition and high-level basketball action for fans to enjoy.
https://clutchpoints.com/wnba/wnba-stories/wnba-news-tina-charles-league-stars-hit-court-athletes-unlimited

Hochul pledged to save NYers a bundle of money on car insurance, but plan already facing pushback

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Governor Kathy Hochul has pledged to save drivers a significant amount of money on car insurance by pushing for changes to state laws governing personal injury lawsuits. However, powerful attorneys are determined to block these reforms.

Hochul announced plans to implement reforms aimed at curbing soaring auto insurance premiums in New York, where drivers pay an average of $4,000 per year—an alarming $1,500 more than the national average. Central to her proposal is changing the state’s vague “serious injury” threshold to exclude minor lawsuits that often lead to costly payouts.

The New York State Trial Lawyers Association, a well-funded lobbying group with close ties to Democratic lawmakers, has already expressed strong opposition. In a statement, the association argued, “Weakening victim protections lets Big Insurance off the hook while working families pay more.”

The group also released a video juxtaposing Governor Hochul with Florida Republican Ron DeSantis, highlighting their mutual criticism of lawsuit payouts. “The idea that auto insurance companies will suddenly ‘do the right thing’ and lower rates is laughable,” the association said. “New Yorkers are too smart to buy it. These are the same insurers that jack up our premiums year after year, post record profits—and get regulators to sign off on it.”

Currently, New York’s legal definition of “serious injury” is broad and can include relatively minor injuries that cause short-term disability. Hochul wants to revise this threshold by introducing “objective and fair medical standards” to determine what qualifies as a serious injury. She believes the existing ambiguity allows individuals to “game the system” and pursue disproportionately high “jackpot” awards in court.

New York follows a “comparative negligence” standard for accident liability, meaning a driver found mostly at fault can still claim a percentage of damages, including non-economic losses. Hochul addressed these issues during her annual State of the State address, emphasizing the need to tackle fraud and excessive litigation costs that insurance companies claim cause price hikes.

“Let’s be clear about how that happens,” Hochul said. “When the system allows out-of-control payouts, those costs get passed on to you in the form of higher monthly bills. New Yorkers should not pay more for the same coverage, and this is the year we’re going to do something about it.”

She continued, “We’re putting the brakes on fraud and ending a system that rewards illegal behavior. If you were driving drunk, driving without a license, or committing a felony at the time of a crash, you should not get a payday.”

While the Trial Lawyers Association supports “reasonable measures” to combat fraud and reform insurer practices known for “delay-and-denial,” it opposes changes that would alter liability standards. The association warns such changes could “clog the courts, drag out cases, and give Big Insurance and ride-hailing giants a free ride.” They added, “No New Yorker seriously believes that will make insurance cheaper.”

As part of her reform agenda, Hochul proposes capping non-economic damages for drivers engaged in criminal behavior at the time of an accident. This would exclude uninsured motorists who violate state financial responsibility laws, individuals convicted of driving while impaired, and those committing felonies or fleeing the scene.

Additionally, she is pushing legislation to empower prosecutors to pursue criminal charges against anyone organizing staged accidents—not just the drivers involved.

The Lawsuit Reform Alliance (LRA) praised the governor’s efforts to fight fraud and limit personal injury awards that inflate premiums. “By tackling rampant fraud and reining in the perverse incentives built into New York’s existing laws, her proposals will help make insurance more affordable and our roads safer,” said LRA Executive Director Tom Stebbins.

Stebbins added, “They’ll also ensure the sophisticated actors who orchestrate these schemes are brought to justice and not merely the vulnerable people drawn into them.”
https://nypost.com/2026/01/15/us-news/hochul-pledged-to-save-nyers-a-bundle-of-money-on-car-insurance-but-plan-already-facing-pushback/

Recent BART fiber optic cable theft cost agency $1+ million

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November BART Shutdown in Hayward Caused by Fiber Optic Cable Theft Costs Agency Over $1 Million

A November BART shutdown caused by the theft of fiber optic cables cost the agency more than $1 million, according to recent estimates by authorities.

The shutdown, which occurred on November 21, affected BART’s service between Hayward and the Berryessa/North San Jose station for most of the day. The disruption was caused by a man who allegedly cut out 800 feet of fiber optic cable from an agency facility in Hayward and loaded several spools of the wiring into his truck, authorities said.

Initially reported to the public as vandalism, the incident is now being investigated as a grand theft.

Six days after the theft, a person driving a truck that resembled the suspect’s vehicle fled and successfully evaded police when a BART officer approached, authorities added.

No one has yet been charged in connection with the incident, which was part of a monthslong string of shutdowns and service disruptions for BART.

Staff writer Rick Hurd contributed reporting.
https://www.mercurynews.com/2026/01/15/recent-bart-fiber-optic-cable-theft-cost-agency-1-million/

Here’s Why Monero Price Just Smashed All-Time High

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Monero (XMR) climbed to a new all-time high on Wednesday, breaking above the $797 mark as investors poured into privacy-focused cryptocurrencies. This move capped a week-long rally that lifted XMR by more than 50%, making it one of the strongest performers in the crypto market. The surge pushed Monero’s market value above $13 billion and briefly placed it among the top 15 cryptocurrencies by market cap. Trading volumes also spiked as buyers rushed to gain exposure.

### Rising Demand for Financial Privacy

The main driver behind the rally is a sharp rise in demand for financial privacy. Across major markets, regulators are tightening Know Your Customer (KYC) and anti-money-laundering (AML) rules. This has made it harder to transact anonymously on most blockchains. As a result, more users are turning to coins that hide wallet balances, transaction amounts, and sender identities.

Monero remains the largest and most battle-tested option in this category.

Paradoxically, bans and restrictions have fueled the rally rather than stopped it. Earlier this week, Dubai’s financial regulator barred exchanges in the Dubai International Financial Centre from listing or promoting privacy coins. Additionally, the European Union is preparing rules that would ban anonymous crypto accounts and privacy tokens starting in 2027.

Instead of killing demand, these moves triggered front-running behavior. Investors rushed to buy privacy assets before access becomes more limited.

### Capital Rotated Out of Zcash

Monero also benefited from turmoil inside the Zcash ecosystem. Zcash, its closest privacy-coin rival, lost momentum following governance disputes and the departure of its core development team. As confidence faded, traders rotated capital into Monero, which is viewed as more decentralized and less dependent on a single foundation.

This shift added fuel to XMR’s breakout.

On the charts, Monero cleared multi-year resistance levels. Once it broke above the $600-$650 range, systematic traders and momentum funds joined the move. Social media interest spiked, and liquidity followed, creating a feedback loop of buying that pushed prices toward $700.

### CLARITY Act Drama Fueled the Rally

U.S. crypto policy debates may also be supporting the privacy narrative. The Senate’s rewrite of the CLARITY Act would expand financial surveillance, strengthen reporting requirements, and give regulators broader access to transaction data across exchanges and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms.

While the bill does not target privacy coins directly, it reinforces fears that on-chain activity will become more visible to governments. That environment makes privacy-preserving assets more attractive, even for users not engaged in illicit activity.

### The Road Ahead for Monero

Monero now faces heavy technical resistance near $700. Short-term pullbacks are likely after such a sharp move. Still, the underlying trend is clear: as governments tighten oversight and restrict anonymity, demand for financial privacy is rising.

For now, Monero remains the market’s main beneficiary.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/heres-why-monero-price-just-smashed-all-time-high/