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Neo Announces EVM-Compatible Sidechain to Prevent MEV Attacks
27.10.2023
Neo, the open-source blockchain platform, has revealed its plans for the development of a new Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible sidechain, a move aimed at expanding its capabilities in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. Sidechain Will Offer Interoperability With NEO N3 Mainnet In...
China Aiming for International Digital Yuan Expansion – e-CNY Going Global?
26.10.2023
There are clear signs China wants to take the digital yuan, its CBDC, into the global arena – with CIPS and BRI integrations in the pipelines. Per Alpha Factory (via EastMoney), fintech firms such as MOG Digitech Holdings are making headway in the CBDC sector, and are eyeing global uses...
Grayscale Forms Strategic Alliance with FTSE Russell for Innovative Crypto Index Venture
25.10.2023
Grayscale Investments, a major US digital asset management firm, has joined forces with FTSE Russell, the index division of the London Stock Exchange-owner LSE Group. According to an announcement from the two companies, the partnership aims to introduce a new crypto index business under the name...
Grayscale Investments Partners with FTSE Russell to Roll Out Crypto Sector Index Series
24.10.2023
Today, Grayscale Investments announced a partnership with the UK-based global index provider FTSE Russell to introduce the FTSE Grayscale Crypto Sector Index Series.
The index hopes to bring clarity to the fast-growing, yet often misunderstood crypto asset market by offering a structured...
Tax Authorities in EU to Share Transaction Data Reported by Crypto Firms
19.10.2023
New EU rules will introduce automated exchange of information on crypto revenues reported by service providers in the sector. A new directive adopted by the Union expands existing registration and reporting obligations as well as cooperation between tax administrations across the bloc. Information...
Ethereum LSDFi sector grew nearly 60x since January in post-Shapella surge: CoinGecko
18.10.2023
The LSDFi sector’s total value locked has grown 5,870% since January as ETH holders seek better yields
Agnostic Nature of Blockchain Technology ‘Makes It the Ideal Foundation for Global Travel Industry’ — Pablo Castillo
16.10.2023
Although the travel industry is said to be in great need of digital innovation, according to Pablo Castillo, the CTO of the blockchain-based travel firm Chain4travel, “aviation is the most obvious sector to innovate with blockchain.” To support this assertion, Castillo, a former group...
Blockchain Gaming Holds Strong in Q3, Amid Evolving Crypto Landscape
14.10.2023
The blockchain gaming sector maintained its influential position in the third quarter of 2023 despite some decreases in momentum, according to Dappradar’s recent report. Although metrics such as unique active wallets and transactions dropped slightly, the report advises against viewing this...
Defi Not a Risk to Financial Stability Yet, EU Securities Regulator Reports
13.10.2023
Decentralized finance (defi) brings risks for investors but is yet to pose “meaningful risks” to financial stability, according to Europe’s securities watchdog. The agency believes, however, the phenomenon deserves attention in light of the EU’s new crypto rules as well as growing user base and...
Backed Finance Tokenizes Treasury Bond ETF on Coinbase’s Base Network
7.10.2023
Backed Finance, a real-world asset tokenization issuer, announced its successful issuance of the first tokenized security on Coinbase’s Base, a layer two (L2) blockchain. The team introduced bIB01 tokens to the decentralized finance (defi) sector, mirroring the price dynamics of the Ishares...
Chainalysis Lays Off More Staff in New Round of Crypto Job Cuts
7.10.2023
Blockchain forensics firm Chainalysis is shedding a chunk of its workforce, the second time it’s doing so within this year. The news comes in a difficult period for the whole industry which saw a number of such moves in 2023, against the backdrop of a persistent bear market and increased regulatory...
Brazilian CVM Resolution Comes Into Effect, Allowing Funds to Allocate Part of Their Portfolios Into Crypto
4.10.2023
The Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) has opened the doors for investment funds to invest in cryptocurrency. Resolution 175, drafted last year and coming into effect on October 2, defines the rules these institutions must follow to invest in crypto, with analysts predicting a rise...
Crypto Miners Blame ‘Exorbitant Taxes’ for Kazakhstan Exodus
2.10.2023
Licensed crypto mining companies have urged the government in Kazakhstan to revise its taxation policy regarding the sector, which they say is in dire straits. The largest mining firms plan to leave the Central Asian nation by the end of this year, warned the members of the industry. Miners...
NFT Sales Doldrums: 30-Day Plunge Sees 34% Decline Amidst Chilling Digital Collectible Sector
24.9.2023
Fresh data indicates a continuing decline in non-fungible token sales, dipping 3.2% in the last week and plummeting 34% over the past month. As September nears its end with six days remaining, NFT sales have tallied up to $341.37 million since August 24. NFT Sales Still Can’t Escape Crypto Winter’s...
ZK-Rollup Coin Sector’s Value Plummets by 46% in 7 Months
21.9.2023
At the outset of the year, cryptocurrency assets linked to the realm of ZK-rollups commanded significant attention. In February, the market capitalization of the ZK-rollup coin ecosystem reached a substantial $13.7 billion. However, the subsequent months witnessed a stark transformation, with...
GRO looks at ceasing official activity amid sector-wide slump
21.9.2023
GRO has decided to shut down all of its present business-related activities following the slow downfall of the DeFi arena. Their plan is to return the remaining treasury to the GRO token owners, who can then have the option of transferring it to a redemption contract. In the case of the DeFi arena...
Blockchain Capital Doubles Down on Crypto, Launches Two Funds Totaling $580 Million
20.9.2023
Blockchain Capital, a venture capital fund for cryptocurrency builders, has announced the closing of two funds that together total $580 million. The fundraiser, the largest one of the company in its ten years of existence, reveals the interest of investors in the blockchain sector as a source...
Fraud Investigation of Crypto Exchange JPEX Triggers Trading Halt, Arrests, Increased Regulatory Scrutiny
20.9.2023
A fraud investigation of cryptocurrency exchange JPEX in Hong Kong has led to the shutdown of some trading activities on the platform, the arrest of multiple people, and increased regulatory scrutiny of the entire crypto sector. “This incident highlights the importance that when investors want...
Udao Announces First Public Presale For Revolutionary Web3 Skills Economy Platform
19.9.2023
PRESS RELEASE. Switzerland – September 19, 2023 – Udao, a global Web 3.0 platform designed to empower users to learn new skills and match them to relevant job opportunities, announces its first public presale event. This provides an opportunity to everyone to engage in the Web...
German Blockchain Sector Sees 3% YoY Growth with $355 Million Invested in 2023: Report
16.9.2023
According to a report published by Crypto Valley Venture Capital (CV VC), the German blockchain sector demonstrated resilience, seeing a 3% YoY increase in funding, in contrast to the global blockchain ecosystem's downturn of over 50%....
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