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Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, has solidified its position as the most recognized and trusted digital asset. Its potential to serve as a hedge against inflation, akin to gold, has attracted significant interest from institutional investors. The prospect of high returns on investment (ROI), accessibility, and liquidity are among the compelling factors driving individuals and...

In recent weeks, the TON ecosystem has dominated discussions in the Web3 gaming community. Highlights include the fair launch of $NOT, which debuted with a fully diluted valuation (FDV) exceeding $1 billion without any venture capital backing, and the rapid growth of Hamster Kombat, which attracted 142 million registered users in just 77 days. It […]

The future of crypto is a topic of intense debate, with 2025 emerging as a potential watershed moment for mainstream adoption. As the crypto landscape continues to evolve, a central question looms large: Will 2025 mark the year of widespread retail adoption of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in the United States? This pivotal topic was […]

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, meme coins have carved out a niche for themselves, capturing the imagination of investors and speculators alike. Building on the success of earlier meme coin sensations like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, a new wave of meme coins is emerging, this time centered around political figures. These so-called “PolitiFi” coins […]

Tokenized financial assets, a revolutionary concept that digitizes traditional assets like stocks, bonds, and commodities onto blockchain networks, are rapidly emerging from pilot projects into mainstream adoption. While widespread adoption is still in its early stages, financial institutions equipped with blockchain capabilities are poised to gain a significant competitive edge. The allure of...

A recent Bloomberg headline highlighted that “over 90% of stablecoin transactions do not involve genuine users,” raising concerns about the legitimacy of transactions within the blockchain ecosystem. The digital asset sector has frequently been under fire for questionable transaction authenticity. For example, last year, the SEC accused Binance.US of artificially inflating its...

The layer-2 landscape has become increasingly competitive, with Optimism facing stiff competition from established players like Arbitrum and emerging entrants such as Base, Blast, and Scroll. Despite this, Optimism has experienced significant growth in market capitalization and daily active users (DAU) over the past year, though it continues to lag behind major competitors like Polygon […]

A recent announcement from the Federal Reserve has reignited discussions about Operation Chokepoint 2.0, a controversial initiative aimed at tightening regulations on crypto-related activities. Nic Carter’s original article on this subject provides valuable insights into the current state of affairs. One source indicated that regulatory bodies have developed misguided perceptions about...

The tokenization of real-world financial assets on public blockchains is already underway, with over $160 billion in tokenized fiat currencies and $2 billion in tokenized U.S. treasuries and commodities. The financial sector has long been captivated by the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize conventional market infrastructure. Blockchain’s appeal lies in its promise of...

Cryptocurrency hackers are upping the ante in 2024. The digital underworld is experiencing a surge in cybercrime, with the first quarter alone witnessing a staggering 42% increase in stolen assets compared to the same period in 2023, amounting to a jaw-dropping $542.7 million. According to Mriganka Pattnaik, co-founder and CEO of Merkle Science, these cybercriminals […]