The Protocol: Bitcoin Halving in 3 Weeks, Solana's Yakovenko on Meme Coins
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There's no slowdown in blockchain news, with Ethereum's Dencun upgrade in the rear view mirror and Bitcoin's halving now just over three weeks away. We spoke with Solana's Anatoly Yakovenko about the meme coin frenzy stressing the suddenly-active blockchain.
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There's no slowdown in blockchain news, with Ethereum's Dencun upgrade in the rear view mirror and Bitcoin's halving now just over three weeks away. We spoke with Solana's Anatoly Yakovenko about the meme coin frenzy stressing the suddenly-active blockchain.
Coinbase's Base Chain Warns of 'Stuck' Transactions Amid Traffic Surge
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The Ethereum layer-2 chain's status page warns users of high fees and slowdowns as traders flock to new Base meme coins.
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The Ethereum layer-2 chain's status page warns users of high fees and slowdowns as traders flock to new Base meme coins.
Key U.S. Lawmaker McHenry Says House Has 'Workable' Stablecoin Bill
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U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) said some of the recent chaos in Congress derailed crypto legislation for a while, but a stablecoin bill is largely worked out in the House of Representatives and just needs a schedule floor vote.
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U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) said some of the recent chaos in Congress derailed crypto legislation for a while, but a stablecoin bill is largely worked out in the House of Representatives and just needs a schedule floor vote.
Why the SEC Shouldn’t Classify ETH as a Security
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Reports suggest the SEC may be about to categorize ETH as a security, with huge implications for the blockchain’s future. Here’s why the SEC would be wrong.
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Reports suggest the SEC may be about to categorize ETH as a security, with huge implications for the blockchain’s future. Here’s why the SEC would be wrong.
Starknet fixes airdrop issues for Immutable and Ethereum stakers
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Starknet, an Ethereum layer-2 blockchain, recently announced an expansion in the eligibility criteria for its first round of Starknet provisions. This update includes two sub-categories of users who previously faced challenges in claiming STRK tokens. The Starknet Foundation, responsible for supporting the network, undertook a comprehensive review to address concerns surrounding the eligibility of certain user groups for the February STRK airdrop.
Starknet fixes token airdrop issues for select stakers
The newly eligible groups now encompass VeVe users, Non-VeVe StarkEx users initially identified as VeVe users and pooled stakers. These users are slated to commence claiming their STRK tokens in April, following Starknet’s decision to extend eligibility based on updated and clarified information. A notable issue that Starknet resolved was the misclassification of Immutable X users as VeVe users.
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Starknet, an Ethereum layer-2 blockchain, recently announced an expansion in the eligibility criteria for its first round of Starknet provisions. This update includes two sub-categories of users who previously faced challenges in claiming STRK tokens. The Starknet Foundation, responsible for supporting the network, undertook a comprehensive review to address concerns surrounding the eligibility of certain user groups for the February STRK airdrop.
Starknet fixes token airdrop issues for select stakers
The newly eligible groups now encompass VeVe users, Non-VeVe StarkEx users initially identified as VeVe users and pooled stakers. These users are slated to commence claiming their STRK tokens in April, following Starknet’s decision to extend eligibility based on updated and clarified information. A notable issue that Starknet resolved was the misclassification of Immutable X users as VeVe users.
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Rapper Ghostface Killah set to release music on the Bitcoin blockchain
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Ghostface Killah, a prominent member of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, recently made headlines with his announcement of launching a collection of music-themed Ordinal Inscriptions on the Bitcoin blockchain. This collaboration, marking a fusion of hip-hop culture and blockchain technology, has sparked interest and excitement within both the cryptocurrency and music communities.
Ghostface Killah to roll out Ordinal-based music
Dennis David Coles, known professionally as Ghostface Killah, originated from New York City and has established himself as a pioneer in the rap scene. His partnership in this project involves notable entities such as Nakamotos on BTC, creators of the NakaPepes Collection, Rare Scrilla, and the Ordinals inscription platform OrdinalsBot.
This strategic alliance aims to introduce Ghostface Killah’s tracks to the Bitcoin network through innov...
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Ghostface Killah, a prominent member of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, recently made headlines with his announcement of launching a collection of music-themed Ordinal Inscriptions on the Bitcoin blockchain. This collaboration, marking a fusion of hip-hop culture and blockchain technology, has sparked interest and excitement within both the cryptocurrency and music communities.
Ghostface Killah to roll out Ordinal-based music
Dennis David Coles, known professionally as Ghostface Killah, originated from New York City and has established himself as a pioneer in the rap scene. His partnership in this project involves notable entities such as Nakamotos on BTC, creators of the NakaPepes Collection, Rare Scrilla, and the Ordinals inscription platform OrdinalsBot.
This strategic alliance aims to introduce Ghostface Killah’s tracks to the Bitcoin network through innov...
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LADYS Meme Project: A Fresh Start with Presale Refunds and Upcoming Token Launch
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In an unexpected turn of events that underscores the volatile yet innovative nature of the cryptocurrency world, the meme project LADYS has taken a bold step by refunding all presale funds to their original wallet addresses.
The move, aimed at fostering trust and transparency within its community, sets the stage for the upcoming launch of their native token, LADYF. As the crypto community buzzes with anticipation, LADYS prepares to redefine the meme token landscape with its unique approach and commitment to its supporters.
Refunding presale funds: A gesture of goodwill
The decision to refund presale funds is not commonly observed in the crypto space, especially within the meme project sector, known for its rapid developments and high-risk ventures. LADYS’s initiative to return investments back to th...
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In an unexpected turn of events that underscores the volatile yet innovative nature of the cryptocurrency world, the meme project LADYS has taken a bold step by refunding all presale funds to their original wallet addresses.
The move, aimed at fostering trust and transparency within its community, sets the stage for the upcoming launch of their native token, LADYF. As the crypto community buzzes with anticipation, LADYS prepares to redefine the meme token landscape with its unique approach and commitment to its supporters.
Refunding presale funds: A gesture of goodwill
The decision to refund presale funds is not commonly observed in the crypto space, especially within the meme project sector, known for its rapid developments and high-risk ventures. LADYS’s initiative to return investments back to th...
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Ethereum ETFs might undergo approval delay due to unpreparedness
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The approval process for spot Ethereum ETFs is facing potential delays beyond the final deadline in May. This delay is attributed to the challenges large financial institutions face in developing internal strategies to position themselves for approval, according to Robby Greenfield, the CEO of smart money protocol Umoja.
Ethereum ETFs face a potential delay
Greenfield highlighted the difficulty institutions encounter in leveraging market-manipulating functions with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, unlike previous commodities. The inability to create “paper Bitcoin” similar to traditional commodities like gold complicates their approach.
Several prominent companies are vying for Ethereum ETFs, including BlackRock, Grayscale, Fidelity, ARK 21Shares, Invesco Galaxy, VanEck, Hashdex, and Franklin Templeton. Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart ...
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The approval process for spot Ethereum ETFs is facing potential delays beyond the final deadline in May. This delay is attributed to the challenges large financial institutions face in developing internal strategies to position themselves for approval, according to Robby Greenfield, the CEO of smart money protocol Umoja.
Ethereum ETFs face a potential delay
Greenfield highlighted the difficulty institutions encounter in leveraging market-manipulating functions with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, unlike previous commodities. The inability to create “paper Bitcoin” similar to traditional commodities like gold complicates their approach.
Several prominent companies are vying for Ethereum ETFs, including BlackRock, Grayscale, Fidelity, ARK 21Shares, Invesco Galaxy, VanEck, Hashdex, and Franklin Templeton. Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart ...
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Meld set to offer tokenized RWAs to retail investors
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Meld, a crypto-friendly bank, is set to revolutionize the financial landscape by introducing lending and borrowing services against tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) for retail investors. This innovative venture is made possible through a strategic partnership with Swarm Markets, a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform licensed by Germany’s financial regulator BaFin.
Meld unveils new product for retail investors
The collaboration between the bank and Swarm Markets is poised to disrupt traditional lending and borrowing models by offering retail investors access to on-chain facilities for assets such as stocks, bonds, and real estate. This move unlocks opportunities for cross-asset margining, a feature that is not readily available through conventional channels.
Central to this partnership is the bank’s recent acquisition of its virtual asset service provider (VASP) license in...
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Meld, a crypto-friendly bank, is set to revolutionize the financial landscape by introducing lending and borrowing services against tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) for retail investors. This innovative venture is made possible through a strategic partnership with Swarm Markets, a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform licensed by Germany’s financial regulator BaFin.
Meld unveils new product for retail investors
The collaboration between the bank and Swarm Markets is poised to disrupt traditional lending and borrowing models by offering retail investors access to on-chain facilities for assets such as stocks, bonds, and real estate. This move unlocks opportunities for cross-asset margining, a feature that is not readily available through conventional channels.
Central to this partnership is the bank’s recent acquisition of its virtual asset service provider (VASP) license in...
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Apple Co-founder Steve Wozniak triumphs in court against YouTube in Bitcoin scam case
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Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has secured a victory in an appeals court against YouTube concerning doctored videos that used his likeness in a Bitcoin scam back in 2020.
According to a report by Bloomberg, the San Jose appeals court reversed a lower court’s decision that had previously exonerated YouTube from any wrongdoing.
The case centers around videos that were manipulated to appear as if Wozniak was promoting a Bitcoin giveaway scam, deceiving viewers into sending Bitcoin with the false promise of receiving double the amount in return.
The lawsuit, initiated by Wozniak and 17 other notable figures, including Bill Gates, Elon Musk, and Michael Dell, targeted YouTube and its parent company, Google. They alleged that YouTube’s platform was used to dissemin...
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Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has secured a victory in an appeals court against YouTube concerning doctored videos that used his likeness in a Bitcoin scam back in 2020.
According to a report by Bloomberg, the San Jose appeals court reversed a lower court’s decision that had previously exonerated YouTube from any wrongdoing.
The case centers around videos that were manipulated to appear as if Wozniak was promoting a Bitcoin giveaway scam, deceiving viewers into sending Bitcoin with the false promise of receiving double the amount in return.
The lawsuit, initiated by Wozniak and 17 other notable figures, including Bill Gates, Elon Musk, and Michael Dell, targeted YouTube and its parent company, Google. They alleged that YouTube’s platform was used to dissemin...
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A New Chapter for Sui Explorers: Embracing the Sui Ecosystem’s Growth
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In a significant development for the Sui blockchain ecosystem, Mysten Labs has announced the retirement of its Mysten-operated explorer, marking a pivotal moment in the journey towards a decentralized internet.
The decision underscores the success and vibrancy of the Sui ecosystem, which has seen the emergence of exceptional explorers like SuiVision and Suiscan. These platforms have not only matched but exceeded the capabilities of the initial explorer, offering deeper insights and a more engaging user experience to the community.
Celebrating achievements and Sui ecosystem expansion
The inception of Sui’s blockchain explorers was driven by the necessity to provide early builders with real-time dashboards for network activities. These tools were crucial in moni...
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In a significant development for the Sui blockchain ecosystem, Mysten Labs has announced the retirement of its Mysten-operated explorer, marking a pivotal moment in the journey towards a decentralized internet.
The decision underscores the success and vibrancy of the Sui ecosystem, which has seen the emergence of exceptional explorers like SuiVision and Suiscan. These platforms have not only matched but exceeded the capabilities of the initial explorer, offering deeper insights and a more engaging user experience to the community.
Celebrating achievements and Sui ecosystem expansion
The inception of Sui’s blockchain explorers was driven by the necessity to provide early builders with real-time dashboards for network activities. These tools were crucial in moni...
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A New Operating System Enters the Handheld Gaming Space
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In the world of handheld gaming PCs, a fresh player, Playtron, is making waves with its innovative approach. Unlike its rivals focusing on hardware, Playtron’s ace is its new operating system, dubbed PlaytronOS. This move could seriously shake up the market, currently led by Valve’s Steam Deck.
PlaytronOS: The new operating system
Playtron has made headlines by securing a whopping $10 million in funding, hinting at strong support for its vision. Its Linux-based PlaytronOS promises a seamless gaming experience across different platforms. This OS supports both x86 and Arm CPUs, a feat that allows it to run virtually any game store, including Steam. This flexibility means gamers can enjoy a broader range of games without being tied to one storefront or battling the compatibility issues often seen with Windows-based systems.
The battle for supremacy heats up
Valve’s Steam Deck currently is at the top of the han...
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In the world of handheld gaming PCs, a fresh player, Playtron, is making waves with its innovative approach. Unlike its rivals focusing on hardware, Playtron’s ace is its new operating system, dubbed PlaytronOS. This move could seriously shake up the market, currently led by Valve’s Steam Deck.
PlaytronOS: The new operating system
Playtron has made headlines by securing a whopping $10 million in funding, hinting at strong support for its vision. Its Linux-based PlaytronOS promises a seamless gaming experience across different platforms. This OS supports both x86 and Arm CPUs, a feat that allows it to run virtually any game store, including Steam. This flexibility means gamers can enjoy a broader range of games without being tied to one storefront or battling the compatibility issues often seen with Windows-based systems.
The battle for supremacy heats up
Valve’s Steam Deck currently is at the top of the han...
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A New Era of Social Deduction Gaming Debuts with the Launch of Castle of Blackwater
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Gibraltar, Gibraltar, March 20th, 2024, Chainwire
Seedify, a leading Web3 incubator and launchpad, proudly introduces the upcoming Initial DEX Offering (IDO) for Castle of Blackwater. The game, developed in collaboration with Merit Circle, will be one of the first to launch on Beam. This revolutionary social deduction game is set to redefine Web3 gaming by offering a captivating blend of strategic gameplay, role-playing elements, and social deduction mechanics.
Castle of Blackwater has rapidly risen in popularity, consistently ranking among the top 3 games on the Elixir launcher. After a successful Alpha Season, the game is now in Public Beta. Recently securing a $1 Million strategic funding round with partners like Metrics Ventures, 3Commas Capital, and Faculty Grou...
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Gibraltar, Gibraltar, March 20th, 2024, Chainwire
Seedify, a leading Web3 incubator and launchpad, proudly introduces the upcoming Initial DEX Offering (IDO) for Castle of Blackwater. The game, developed in collaboration with Merit Circle, will be one of the first to launch on Beam. This revolutionary social deduction game is set to redefine Web3 gaming by offering a captivating blend of strategic gameplay, role-playing elements, and social deduction mechanics.
Castle of Blackwater has rapidly risen in popularity, consistently ranking among the top 3 games on the Elixir launcher. After a successful Alpha Season, the game is now in Public Beta. Recently securing a $1 Million strategic funding round with partners like Metrics Ventures, 3Commas Capital, and Faculty Grou...
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Celsius Seeks $2B Clawback From Pre-Bankruptcy Withdrawers
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The bankrupt cryptocurrency lending firm Celsius has initiated efforts to recover approximately $2 billion. A significant portion of the total amount put to fundraise, that is, $1.2 billion, was withdrawn by the big customers from the company before it was declared bankrupt on July 22, 2022.
Bloomberg, in their report dated March 20, reveals that the trustee committee is reaching out to those who pulled more than $100,000 from Celsius just before its downfall. The objective is going to be to direct the beneficiaries of this recovered cash to provide the potential customers who did not receive such expenditures.
The trustees have claimed that, in the payment disruption, only some .02% of ...
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The bankrupt cryptocurrency lending firm Celsius has initiated efforts to recover approximately $2 billion. A significant portion of the total amount put to fundraise, that is, $1.2 billion, was withdrawn by the big customers from the company before it was declared bankrupt on July 22, 2022.
Bloomberg, in their report dated March 20, reveals that the trustee committee is reaching out to those who pulled more than $100,000 from Celsius just before its downfall. The objective is going to be to direct the beneficiaries of this recovered cash to provide the potential customers who did not receive such expenditures.
The trustees have claimed that, in the payment disruption, only some .02% of ...
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Solana’s 68% Monthly Gain Tests Correction Waters
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Solana (SOL) has recorded a bullish drive in recent months as the wider cryptocurrency market activity surged.
The community dubbed ETH killer soared following a memecoin frenzy, wider market gains, institutional inflows to investment products, and the wider market uptick. However, in the last 24 hours, Solana has plummeted 6.22% amid ongoing cryptocurrency liquidations.
Solana trades at $171.36 with bulls pushing toward $180 although the asset posted a declining trading volume in the last 24 hours. The altcoin trading volume stands at $8.1 billion, a 29% decline following the bearish outlook. Overall, Solana maintains its position as the 5th ranked coin by market capitalization ahead of Ripple (XRP).
High Flying Solana Stunted
Solana’s 68% monthly rise was clipped in the last four days as a result of certain factors like the fall of memecoins in the blockchain. Solana memecoin ...
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Solana (SOL) has recorded a bullish drive in recent months as the wider cryptocurrency market activity surged.
The community dubbed ETH killer soared following a memecoin frenzy, wider market gains, institutional inflows to investment products, and the wider market uptick. However, in the last 24 hours, Solana has plummeted 6.22% amid ongoing cryptocurrency liquidations.
Solana trades at $171.36 with bulls pushing toward $180 although the asset posted a declining trading volume in the last 24 hours. The altcoin trading volume stands at $8.1 billion, a 29% decline following the bearish outlook. Overall, Solana maintains its position as the 5th ranked coin by market capitalization ahead of Ripple (XRP).
High Flying Solana Stunted
Solana’s 68% monthly rise was clipped in the last four days as a result of certain factors like the fall of memecoins in the blockchain. Solana memecoin ...
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