8btc, one of the oldest and most influential cryptocurrency news platforms in China, is undergoing a strategic shift. The platform, renowned for its coverage of Bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrency-related news, has announced its decision to transition away from crypto content and fully embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and the metaverse. Founded in 2011, 8btc has published over 1.4 million articles and posts, attracting billions of page views. It has played a vital role in providing information, communication, and investment services for blockchain startups and investors.