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MakerDAO launches Spark Protocol, a new DeFi lending solution for DAI users

[May 8, 2023 3:35 PM] The initial iteration of the Spark Protocol will function as a lending platform, offering supply and borrow functionalities for cryptocurrencies ETH, stETH, DAI and sDAI.

Emerging tech to create “new ethics” for humankind: MEWS 2023

[May 5, 2023 7:49 AM] Stephen Castell commented that emerging technologies like blockchain, the metaverse and AI will usher in a new set of ethics and human species.

Will compromise on anonymous crypto appease US regulators, spur adoption?

[May 3, 2023 7:47 AM] Asking exchanges to identify users might seem like a minor inconvenience, but could it drive DeFi firms overseas, and would crypto users even care?

Interest rate hike speculation triggers outflows from crypto investment products: Report

[May 2, 2023 1:30 PM] According to CoinShares, digital asset investment products saw outflows totaling $72 million last week, as investors brace for the Fed's forthcoming rate decision on May 3.

Bitcoin hash rates threaten blockchain decentralization

[May 1, 2023 4:54 PM] The blockchain industry is facing a massive power imbalance — just like the traditional finance industry.

Arbitrum Co-Founder Addresses DAO Vote Fiasco, Waves Off Allegations of ‘Decentralization Theater’

[Apr 27, 2023 1:43 PM] Offchain Labs CEO Steven Goldfeder took pains to differentiate his company, which built Aribtrum, from the newly-created Arbitrum DAO that now controls it.

Decentralized file storage pricing differentials persist despite market growth: Report

[Apr 27, 2023 9:51 AM] Depending on the metrics, the cost of decentralized file storage can be very low or significantly higher than Web2 counterparts.

Utah DAO Act: How the law was made and what it means for decentralized business

[Apr 27, 2023 7:07 AM] How the Utah DAO Act went from an idea to a piece of legislation — and the challenges along the way.

Social Media App MeWe to Bring Frequency Blockchain's Self-Sovereign Identity to Its 20M Users

[Apr 26, 2023 9:45 AM] The Frequency blockchain aims to create a fundamental layer to Web 3, based on a social identity that users can control.

Why anonymity is key to self-autonomy — And how crypto helps freedom movements win

[Apr 26, 2023 6:20 AM] The Agenda podcast chats with DarkFi to explore how Rojava is experimenting with cryptocurrency and why encryption and anonymous spaces are critical for building self-autonomy.

Blockchain and crypto leaders converged at DAO Tokyo as Japan increases adoption

[Apr 25, 2023 7:26 AM] Japan has taken strides of late to adopt and integrate decentralized technologies within both government and businesses.

Web3 interoperability highlighted in Radix - LayerZero partnership

[Apr 20, 2023 6:00 AM] Web3 interoperability integration between Radix and LayerZero, launching in the second half of 2023, enables cross-chain communication and asset transfers, unlocking omnichain functionality for DApps and assets.

How to stake Cardano (ADA) in a self-custodial wallet

[Apr 19, 2023 2:51 AM] Cardano is one of the largest layer-1 blockchains by market capitalization, but what does the DeFi ecosystem offer for staking?

Coinbase may face years-long court battle with SEC, CEO warns: Report

[Apr 18, 2023 11:30 AM] At a London fintech conference, CEO Brian Armstrong disclosed that Coinbase might consider leaving the U.S. due to the lack of regulatory clarity in the country.

Gnosis Chain spends $5M on validator incentive program for decentralization

[Apr 18, 2023 10:00 AM] The program offers 388 mGNO to each of the first ten validators that runs in a listed country.

A Technologist’s Approach to Explaining What Crypto Fixes

[Apr 18, 2023 7:39 AM]

Aleph Zero launches $50M ecosystem funding program

[Apr 18, 2023 6:00 AM] The Funding Program for the ecosystem involves grants, incubation, and acceleration for all phases of product development, with approved applicants receiving up to $500,000 per project.

Decentralization Is the Point, and We’re Not Talking Enough About Why

[Apr 17, 2023 8:28 AM] The internet has a habit of producing companies that dominate their industry because of network effects. The answer is the decentralization and openness that only blockchain technology affords, says EY’s Paul Brody.

Fight between crypto and governments “just getting started”, says ShapeShift CEO

[Apr 15, 2023 9:30 AM] The crypto industry needs to prepare for increasing government pressure as it ramps up its challenge to the State monopoly over money, says ShapeShift CEO Erik Voorhees.

True Consumer Protection in Crypto Lies Between Centralization and Decentralization

[Apr 15, 2023 5:00 AM]

Crypto lender Amber Group considers selling Japan unit: Report

[Apr 14, 2023 10:53 AM] Amber's review of its Japan operation is part of a strategic shift towards institutional business and away from retail business.

Web2’s Lesson for AI: Decentralize to Protect Humanity

[Apr 14, 2023 10:48 AM] In order to prevent the potentially destructive impact of AI on humanity, we need open-source innovation and collective governance that is possible through blockchain protocols and Web3, rather than the monopoly defaulting structure of Web2…

Bias in AI: What can blockchains do to ensure fairness?

[Apr 14, 2023 8:01 AM] Experts believe that decentralized systems can help secure the integrity and objectivity of data being fed to AI systems, but there still exist very clear limitations.

Nigerian crypto payment startup shuts down, offers IP for sale

[Apr 14, 2023 2:56 AM] Nigerian crypto and Web3 company Lazerpay shuts down after failing to raise funds and advises users to withdraw before April 30.

ETHGlobal Hackathon Kicks Off in Tokyo With First Ever Pragma Summit

[Apr 13, 2023 1:30 PM] As previously announced by ETHGlobal, the first-ever Pragma summit kicked off the wider ETHGlobal Tokyo hackathon on Thursday as a “hub for high-quality talks and as a forum of discussion for builders and leaders from the Ethereum ecosystem…

Developers Announce Stratum v2 Update For Decentralized Bitcoin Mining

[Apr 13, 2023 9:05 AM] The new update will enable the selection of transactions via a new sub-protocol and miners’ nodes.A new reference implementation (SRI) update for Stratum v2 has been announced by developers of the protocol. According to a press release sent to…

EOS Network lands $60M investment and partnership from DWF Labs

[Apr 13, 2023 6:47 AM] DWF Labs invests over $60 million in a partnership with the EOS Network Foundation, providing a $45 million EOS token purchase agreement and a $15 million pledge for EOS-based projects to expedite growth and adoption.

Web3 economy to gain more traction in Africa through DeFi-based financial inclusion

[Apr 13, 2023 5:14 AM] DeFi-based financial inclusion serves to increase liquidity and earning opportunities for African micro-entrepreneurs through Fonbnk’s partnership with Tanda.

Bitfinex Securities El Salvador receives Digital Asset Service provider license in El Salvador

[Apr 11, 2023 3:31 PM] The license granted by El Salvador’s National Digital Asset Commission will allow Bitfinex Securities to issue and trade secondary assets on a regulatory-compliant platform.

Ethereum projects launch MEV Blocker to protect users from high prices: Finance Redefined

[Apr 7, 2023 2:20 PM] The top 100 DeFi tokens had a mixed week in terms of price action, with the total value locked in DeFi protocols maintaining above $50 billion.