dYdX explores sale of derivatives trading arm
Selini Capital and Wintermute Trading are reportedly bidding on dYdX’s v3. The protocol’s v3 version was compromised on July 23.
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dYdX v3 compromised in an apparent DNS attack
An attacker appears to have installed a token-draining program on the official domain for dYdX version 3.0.
Spot ETH ETFs launch — Are Ethereum derivatives traders positioned for upside?
The spot ETH ETFs are live, but how are pro traders positioned in the options market?
What are the hidden costs of prioritizing commercial interests over AI safety?
Decentralized AI safety program leverages community-driven competitions to ensure robust and secure AI systems.
Bitwise Reveals ENS Subnames for Ethereum ETF Reserve Wallets
On Tuesday, Bitwise Investments disclosed a collection of Ethereum Name Service (ENS) subnames for its ethereum reserve holding wallets. Bitwise emphasized that this level of transparency is unique to cryptocurrency, allowing the public to easily…
Ethereum Price Stays Flat Despite Today’s ETF Debut: QCP Explains Why
In a day marked by the launch of the long-anticipated spot Ethereum (ETH) Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) in the United States, the market’s response has been unexpectedly subdued. Analysts from Singapore-based crypto asset trading firm QCP Capital have…
Stablecoins Are Coming To Bitcoin's Lightning Network
The world of financial assets and alternative currencies has officially arrived to Bitcoin. If it wasn’t clear already following the slew of new protocols birthed by the Ordinals’ movement, the release of Lightning Labs’ Lightning-native Taproot…
Ethereum ETFs Witness Stellar Start As Trading Soars; Analyst Sees ETH’s Price Reaching $8,000 In Q4
Ethereum ETFs (exchange-traded funds) began trading on Tuesday, generating significant volume within the first 2 hours of trading. Interestingly, the Ethereum ETFs ranked among the top 1% regarding ETF volume. Ethereum ETFs Surpass Traditional…
2 Promoters of Forcount Crypto Ponzi Scheme Plead Guilty to Wire Fraud Conspiracy
Two more promoters of the Forcount crypto ponzi scheme – a Brazil-based scam that bilked Spanish-speaking investors out of $8.4 million between 2017 and 2021 – have pleaded guilty to their roles in the scheme.
AT&T's latest massive breach shows the peril of data centralization
A 24-year-old hacker infiltrated AT&T systems — and accessed data on more than 100 million people. Decentralizing data could limit similar risks in the future.
Ether ETFs start trading, preliminary inflow data revealed
Analyst Eric Balchunas says that initial inflows into the Ether ETFs accounted for roughly 50% of Bitcoin ETF inflows on day one.
Trump quashes reports on Jamie Dimon and Larry Fink as his Treasury Secretary
The 78-year-old Republican nominee responded to reports suggesting he was considering the two financial CEOs for his cabinet.
Bitcoin Mining and HPC Leaders Unite to Create Synteq Digital
SunnySide Digital (SunnySide) and Cryptech Solutions (Cryptech), two wholesale distributors and service providers for digital asset mining and HPC data center equipment, have joined forces to launch Synteq Digital (Synteq).Synteq Digital aims to…
Crypto-Friendly Bank Revolut Plans to Sell $500M of Employee Shares at $45B Valuation: WSJ
Revolut has been in talks with investment firm Greenoaks over the deal, which would pave the way for a potential IPO.
ETH ETFs: What We’re Watching For
ETH ETFs finally make their debut in the U.S. this week. How will the market react and will Ethereum as a development ecosystem benefit? George Kaloudis raises the questions we’re looking forward to answering.
India Maintains Crypto Tax Regulations in 2024/25 Budget
Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s 2024-25 Union Budget keeps the existing cryptocurrency tax regulations unchanged, disappointing local crypto advocates. They argue that reducing the 1% tax deducted at source (TDS) is essential for…
Bitcoin gains $1.2K in 1 hour as BTC price rebounds on Ether ETF launch
Bitcoin and Ether volatility continue as crypto traders react positively to Ether ETF trading volumes.
Japanese Public Company Metaplanet Partners with Hoseki to Launch Bitcoin Proof of Reserves
Metaplanet Inc., a Japanese public company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, has announced a partnership with Hoseki, a global leader in Bitcoin verification solutions, to launch a Bitcoin proof of reserves system. This collaboration aims to…
Helium (HNT) Rockets In Value With 41% Rally – Here’s Why
Some altcoins today are seeing a strong and consistent bullish attitude with their traders, and Helium is one of those. The latest market data shows that the token is up nearly 41% since last week. This is largely sustained by continuing efforts…
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Index Slips 2.2% as Spot Ether ETFs Begin Trading
A decline of 5.6% in ICP and 5.2% in AVAX dragged the index down in overnight trading.
Speculation Grows on Joe Biden’s Whereabouts; Polymarket Bets 57% Chance of Tuesday Address
Following U.S. President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 election, many Americans are curious about his whereabouts since he has not spoken to the nation following his letter posted to X on Sunday. On Tuesday, a Polymarket bet is predicting…
Aethir and APhone unveil 10x scaling solution slashing mobile user costs by 90%
The strategic partnership promises significant benefits for the users of the decentralized smartphone, including 90% cost reduction and faster Web3 native mobile apps thanks to Aethir Edge.
Vitalik Buterin introduces Circle STARKs for blockchain efficiency
Vitalik Buterin reveals Circle STARKs, a breakthrough protocol enhancing blockchain security and efficiency through small-field cryptography.
10 years on: How Ethereum’s ICO changed the crypto landscape
Nick Johnson, lead developer of the Ethereum Name Service, shared his thoughts and memories of Ethereum on its 10th anniversary.
Analyst Says Solana Price Will Surge 1,000% To $1,800, Here’s When
A crypto analyst has predicted that Solana (SOL) is set to rally by 1,000% this bullish cycle. According to his analysis, SOL is preparing for a mega surge to new all time highs of $1,800. Solana Sets Sight On $1,800 Price Increase In a recent X…
Wazirx Claims INR Funds Unaffected by Cyberattack, Platform Secure
Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has provided an update on the recent cyberattack resulting in the theft of over $230 million. Wazirx co-founder Nischal Shetty stated that the exchange is exploring various strategies to restore platform deposits…
Is Trump right to worry that China could ‘take over’ crypto?
Does China regret banning Bitcoin mining in 2021? Could it opt back in? Can a single nation even control decentralized assets like BTC?
Solana Meme Coin $TEA Is Brewing Success With Unique Staking and Swap Features
Solana meme coins are back in the headlines again, with new tokens making notable gains throughout the week. $TEA, the latest entry in this niche market, is making quite the impression with over three million community members and significant…
As D.C. Adopts Sound Money Principles, States Must Continue to Lead
Conservatives vowed to bring sound money policy to Washington in 2025, but the battle for your financial freedom is closer to home than you would expect. States pioneered this effort, and should capitalize on this national momentum to defend…