Bittensor Subnet Showcase at Proof of Talk Paris

Masa has launched their TikTok Scraper on Subnet 42, allowing users to convert TikTok videos into AI-ready text content. The tool is accessible via both UI and API at [data.masa.ai](http://data.masa.ai/search/tiktok). Key updates: - New whitelist protection system for worker verification - Hardened TEE endpoints against unauthorized access - Improved network stability and job distribution - LinkedIn integration in development - Enhanced timeout handling for longer TikTok content Future developments include granular miner filtering and unified dashboard integration. Security remains a priority with additional protections against key broker exploits. Access the platform: - Data Store: [store.masa.ai](https://store.masa.ai/) - Developer Docs: [developers.masa.ai](https://developers.masa.ai/docs/get-started/introduction)

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (BBB) has cleared Congress with potential implications for crypto markets. The 900-page legislation increases the debt limit by $4T and includes significant fiscal expansion. Key crypto-related points: - Stablecoin regulations and self-custody support included - Major crypto tax provisions notably absent - Potential inflation hedge benefits for Bitcoin - Mixed market reaction with both price increases and dips Social sentiment analysis of 50+ X posts shows: - 65% negative reactions - 25% neutral coverage - 10% positive responses Main concerns center on transparency, rushed consideration, and scope of the omnibus-style bill. While some view it as pro-crypto legislation, others caution about unmet expectations affecting markets.

Masa has launched their Data API featuring AI-powered search functionality through integration with MCP AI agents and Masa X-Data. Key features: - AI agent-powered search capabilities - Integration with OmniMCP for enhanced functionality - Access to comprehensive X-Data (formerly Twitter data) This release builds on Masa's previous integration with Heurist AI, which enabled tweet searches, trend tracking, and sentiment analysis through an AI chatbot interface. For a demonstration of the new capabilities, check out the demo from OmniMCP.

Masa Co-Founder Brendan Playford discussed at Proof of Talk how LLMs are evolving into the next operating system paradigm. Key points: - The new AI operating system must remain free from walled gardens like Apple and OpenAI - Decentralization and open-source principles are essential for AI development - Real-time data access is critical for LLM functionality - Current data creation exceeds 3 petabytes daily - Masa's infrastructure has processed over 1 billion data records Masa is building decentralized data infrastructure to support this vision of open AI systems. The platform aims to provide real-time data access for AI agents and applications.

Masa has announced winners of their Video Challenge, showcasing AI-powered applications of their data tools: - **1st Place**: $MASA integration with ChatGPT by @Thmufti - **2nd Place**: Comprehensive AI scraper tools breakdown, featuring crypto news and sentiment analysis - **3rd Place**: Analysis of 5G technology industry impact - **4th Place**: AI scraper implementation for various market sentiments - **5th Place**: X-Search integration with Grok Masa's data tools are now available for developers: - Web Scraper: [data.masa.ai/web/search](https://data.masa.ai/web/search) - X Scraper: [data.masa.ai/x/search](https://data.masa.ai/x/search) - X + LLM Insights: [data.masa.ai/x/llm](https://data.masa.ai/x/llm)