To bury the hatchet and join forces for better interoperability between Layer 1 blockchains - that's the aim of Polkadot and Cardano in this strategic alliance. Both are known as “Ethereum Killers” and issue the DOT and ADA crypto respectively. Thanks to their initiative, the partner chains will prosper. Close-up!
NEAR moves into the modular blockchain landscape with the lowest-cost DA offering in the Web3 market today. November 8th, 2023 at 2:30 pm Lisbon time, NEARCON: The NEAR Foundation today announced the rollout of the NEAR Data Availability (NEAR DA) layer, a groundbreaking innovation that offers…
XRP is considered the fourth-largest cryptocurrency in terms of market capitalization. It has seen a significant surge in the past 24 hours, surpassing the performances of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH). This increase is believed to be associated with the growing adoption of Ripple's crypto platform by financial institutions in various countries.
Up until now, Ripple's cryptocurrency has struggled to regain its January 2018 levels, during which it was trading at $3.40. Nevertheless, its recent performances have not failed to impress observers. Should we expect an XRP bull run like other major cryptocurrencies? Time will tell. Let's delve into the details!
Steven Nerayoff, a former advisor to Ethereum, has publicly accused the founders of Ethereum of fraud. According to his allegations, Vitalik Buterin and Joseph Lubin, two iconic figures in the crypto industry, were conducting fraudulent activities 1,000 times larger than SBF. The founder of FTX, now convicted, orchestrated one of the biggest financial frauds in American history. But what are the reasons behind these accusations? Let's find out.
Amazon, through Amazon Web Services, known as 'the most comprehensive and widely adopted cloud platform in the world,' is showing strong commitment to accelerating the development of Solana. By hosting nodes of this blockchain on its network, AWS aims to provide faster transaction speeds and lower fees for users and professionals. Let's delve into the details!
The crypto industry is constantly evolving. The emergence of Layers 2, solutions designed to improve Ethereum's scalability and efficiency, is a hot topic. However, as with any innovation, dangers lurk. Vitalik Buterin, one of the brightest minds behind Ethereum, sheds light on these potential dangers.
The unprecedented boom in options on the Ethereum crypto (ETH) has taken many in the ecosystem by surprise. ETH option block volumes recently passed the impressive threshold of $250 million. Behind this figure lies a complex phenomenon, tinged with both opportunities and challenges.
Enabling the creation of private accounts in Ethereum is the goal of Nocturne Labs. In a seed funding round that raised $6 million, the specialist in anonymous transactions received support from several notable entities, such as Robot Ventures, Bankless Ventures, and more. To the surprise of many, Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, reached into his pocket to support the project.
Binance réalise régulièrement des travaux de maintenance opérationnelle des cryptos disponibles sur sa plateforme d’échange crypto. La plus récente activité de ce genre en date a concerné la crypto Tron, effectuée mercredi 18 octobre dernier.
On the crypto market, transactions by influential figures can quickly trigger chain reactions. Recently, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin found himself at the center of two events that raised many questions and speculations. These situations highlight the importance of understanding the context behind fund movements in a constantly evolving digital financial environment like Ethereum.
Ethereum Fails to Attract Validators: Recent statistics have shown that Ethereum is no longer a strong magnet for validators, which has surprised many crypto observers.
It's a fact: decentralized finance (or DeFi) and crypto are well and truly present on the European market. In a detailed report, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) takes a close look at this new financial era. Read on for more details!
The crypto sphere is abuzz, and Ethereum (ETH) is at the heart of this excitement. As the second-largest cryptocurrency prepares for a potential rise to $8,000, many experts and financial institutions have expressed their opinions, ranging from the most optimistic to the most cautious. Let's delve into the intricacies of this prediction and discover the factors that could support or contradict this view.
Découvrez les opinions de Justin Bons sur la gouvernance de la blockchain Ethereum et sur l’univers de la crypto en général.
It's going to be a “long and painful” war, warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last Sunday. Following the series of deadly surprise attacks by Hamas last Saturday, the world is inexorably witnessing yet another bloody Israeli-Arab conflict. At present, provisional reports indicate more than 700 deaths and 2,000 injuries on the Israeli side and approximately 400 deaths on the Palestinian side. Strangely, the 'Al-Aqsa deluge' has not yet affected the cryptocurrency market. However, the crypto community remains on alert.
“Polygon in a Rough Patch? The news of Jaynti Kanani's departure comes in a context where the company is gearing up to launch Polygon 2.0. Of the 4 individuals behind this sidechain project aimed at evolving the parent Ethereum blockchain, 2 have departed, within a 6-month interval. What's really happening? Let's investigate!
Following the FTX incident, Binance opted for transparency to maintain the trust of its hundreds of millions of users. Thus, in November 2022, the crypto giant engaged Mazars, an international auditing firm, to facilitate access to reliable data concerning customers' holdings in BTC, ETH, USDT, and more. In early October, Binance released its 11th Proof-of-Reserves (PoR) report. Details follow.
One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: SEC Approves Bitcoin/Ethereum Futures ETFs, but Remains Cautious on Bitcoin Spot ETFs. Crypto Community, Financial Institutions, and U.S. Officials Grow Impatient. When Will Gary Gensler's Team Decide on Bitcoin Spot ETFs? A Former BlackRock Executive Shares Insights.
No cryptocurrency transaction should go unnoticed by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), as they develop a suitable system to track cryptocurrency exchange flows throughout the European territory. Several European central banks have joined them in this initiative. Let's take a closer look!
Vitalik Buterin, who had recently engaged in extensive discussions about the possibility of integrating even more features into Ethereum, has once again made waves in the cryptosphere. In his view, Ethereum staking pool operator DAOs could be the source of a major systemic crisis. Let's take a closer look!
ProShares, the global leader in crypto-linked ETFs, announces the launch on Monday, October 2, of the ProShares Ether Strategy ETF (EETH), the first ETF to target the performance of the cryptocurrency ether. At the same time, ProShares is also launching two ETFs that each look to provide performance that corresponds to a blended return of bitcoin and ether.
October starts off on a high note for cryptocurrency enthusiasts. We're referring to the sudden rally that is currently propelling Bitcoin and Ethereum to new highs. Dubbed 'Uptober,' this unexpected surge is triggering optimistic forecasts within the crypto community. Leading up to it, the market has seen over $70 million in liquidated crypto shorts in just a matter of hours.
VanEck anticipates that its request for the deployment of an Ethereum ETF futures will receive approval from the SEC in the near future. This prediction is accompanied by an extensive charm offensive aimed at the crypto community. Recently, VanEck has made a commitment to donate a portion of its profits derived from its ETH ETFs to Ethereum. Details!
In a frantic race of crypto ETFs, Valkyrie Investments, already renowned for its Bitcoin Mining ETF, has once again eclipsed its competitors. The firm proudly presents the first Ethereum ETF in the US, reinforcing its pioneering status in the sector.
For several months now, PayPal has chosen to enter the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain. The major player in online payments has been launching innovative initiatives to establish itself in the crypto market. The latest crypto developments involve patent applications that would allow PayPal to dive deeper into the world of NFTs and blockchains.
The crypto arena is on the verge of a revolution. According to Bloomberg analysts, the first Ethereum Spot ETFs could make their debut in the U.S. market as early as next week.
While major international banks and other financial institutions have been embracing blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies for several months, HSBC had been content to observe, or even ignore them. But the saying goes, 'better late than never.' Thus, the $3 trillion asset banking giant has decided to make up for lost time. An alliance with the blockchain payment processor FC Pay has been established. The goal is to allow HSBC customers to pay their bills with cryptocurrencies like Shiba Inu, XRP, and more.
LINK, the cryptocurrency of Chainlink, is gaining more attention. Recent developments around the asset seem to have strengthened its appeal, pushing investors to take positions in the crypto.
While an increasing number of countries are considering launching a CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency), Vitalik Buterin is dashing hopes. Known for being a staunch advocate of crypto, it seems he is less enthusiastic about the direction CBDC creation is taking.