World

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 […]

The recent greenlight for spot Bitcoin ETFs is a landmark moment for digital assets, but the impending approval of spot Ether ETFs without staking rewards is a missed opportunity. Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum is a dynamic platform underpinning a vast ecosystem of decentralized applications. Excluding staking from Ether ETFs fails to recognize this fundamental distinction and […]

Nowhere is the debate over privacy more urgent than in the world of cryptocurrency, where the foundational principles of decentralized finance are constantly tested against the pressures of regulatory oversight. The Tension Between Privacy and Public Blockchains Public blockchains like Ethereum and its array of EVM-compatible networks have achieved impressive security milestones—defending...

A staggering $18 billion in cryptocurrency has been funneled into a burgeoning ecosystem of “re-staking” platforms. These platforms promise lucrative rewards to investors who lock up their tokens, but experts warn of a looming storm. This complex financial maneuver is a prime example of the heightened risk appetite in the crypto market, fueled by the […]

Staking has become a popular avenue for crypto investors to earn passive income. By locking up your Proof-of-Stake (PoS) coins for a specific period, you can earn rewards akin to interest on a savings account. But with countless PoS coins available, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. When selecting a PoS coin, factors like […]

Avalanche (AVAX) has secured a strong position in the cryptocurrency market, with a market cap exceeding $10 billion, placing it among the top 15 digital assets. Despite competing with major players like Ethereum, Avalanche has attracted significant institutional support, including over half a billion dollars from Andreessen Horowitz and Polychain Capital. However, the platform has […]

Since its inception in January 2024, Pump.fun has distinguished itself by focusing exclusively on the memecoin community. The platform’s swift rise in popularity can be attributed to its dedication to fairness and security, as it launches all tokens without presales or team allocations, thereby reducing the potential for scams. This fair launch policy has garnered […]