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Sentiment surrounding Ethereum (ETH) has undergone a dramatic shift. The market is increasingly signaling that the approval of an ETH ETF is an inevitability rather than a possibility. As a result, institutional investors are positioning themselves for a potential influx of ETH into their portfolios. This article delves into the fundamental factors propelling Ethereum towards […]

Polygon’s network is set to undergo a transformative shift on September 4th as the MATIC token transitions to POL. Initially, POL will assume the mantle as the primary fuel powering transactions and staking on the Polygon PoS chain. This evolution positions POL as a cornerstone for the network’s future, with a pivotal role in the […]

Privacy coins represent a unique class of cryptocurrencies designed to ensure complete anonymity by using sophisticated cryptographic methods to obscure transaction details from the public. Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital currencies, privacy coins do not disclose the sender’s and recipient’s addresses, transaction amounts, or wallet balances. Prominent privacy coins...

Coinbase’s Layer 2 network, Base, is experiencing a meteoric rise in Decentralized Exchange (DEX) activity. With a staggering 53% surge in DEX users within the last 24 hours, Base boasts a record 267,000 active users, eclipsing Binance Chain’s 154,000. This explosive growth positions Base as the potential runner-up in the DEX user race for the […]

In a surprising move, cryptocurrency exchange OKX announced it would be discontinuing all services in Nigeria, citing “recent changes in local laws and regulations.” This decision follows OKX’s suspension of Naira withdrawals in May 2024, which coincided with the Nigerian government’s accusations against another major exchange, Binance, regarding alleged currency...

Memes have long been a vital component of human culture, continually evolving across different mediums. The concept of a “meme” was introduced by British evolutionist Richard Dawkins in his groundbreaking 1976 book, “The Selfish Gene.” He described memes as units of cultural transmission—such as “tunes, ideas, and catch-phrases”—drawing a parallel to the way...

Wall Street’s growing appetite for cryptocurrencies has undoubtedly injected fresh momentum into the digital asset market. However, the influx of traditional finance giants may not be entirely benign, according to Tether co-founder William Quigley. While the increased liquidity and institutional backing can bolster market stability and confidence, Quigley cautions that it could also...

In the world of crypto, previous bull markets were predominantly “beta” rallies, where nearly all assets saw price increases. The key strategy was to simply hold onto crypto assets; the specific tokens mattered less than the general category they belonged to. Typically, the progression of these rallies followed a predictable sequence: Bitcoin hit new highs […]

Lowery’s theory posits that Bitcoin could become integral to US defense strategy, potentially driving its value to unprecedented levels. This bold assertion, made by US Space Force Major Jason Lowery, suggests a revolutionary shift in how we perceive and utilize digital currencies. In his role as a national defense fellow at MIT, Lowery has highlighted […]

As we anticipate advanced infrastructure like rollups and faster Layer 1s and 2s, we expect more app launches. This raises the question of why some apps, like Uniswap, dYdX, and Lido, succeeded where others did not. While pinpointing their exact success factors is challenging, our analysis provides insights into why these apps thrived in a […]