Finance
The Challenges of Blockchain Staying True to Its Original Purpose, Says Aztec Labs CEO
Aztec Labs' CEO, Zac Williamson, discusses how blockchain must navigate institutional finance needs while maintaining its foundational goals.
Crypto
Sentences Handed Down to Samourai Wallet Founders for Operating Illegal Money-Transmitting Business
The co-founders of Samourai Wallet are sentenced for running an unlicensed money-transmitting service, marking a significant moment as privacy technology in cryptocurrency faces scrutiny.
Blockchain
Aztec Introduces Decentralized Ethereum Layer 2 on Mainnet
Aztec has launched its Ignition mainnet as a fully decentralized Ethereum Layer-2 solution, allowing community staking and transparency.
Crypto
Coinbase Introduces Ethereum-Backed Loans Amidst Growing Onchain Lending Interest
Coinbase has unveiled a service allowing US users to secure loans against their ETH, highlighting a significant update in the lending sector.
Crypto
Aave Unveils New Savings Application Offering Up to 9% APY to Challenge Traditional Banking
Aave's latest savings app features impressive yields and real-time tracking, setting the stage for a greater presence in consumer banking amid rising inflation.
Blockchain
DeFi's Vulnerabilities Exposed by Balancer and Stream Finance Incidents
Recent events involving Balancer and Stream Finance highlight significant vulnerabilities in the decentralized finance ecosystem, with losses exceeding $200 million.
Blockchain
Investigation Unveils $284 Million in DeFi Loans and Risks Associated with Stream Finance
Researchers uncover massive debts in DeFi associated with the collapse of Stream Finance, revealing complex interconnections within the lending markets.
Business
Bridging the Gap Between DeFi and TradFi
Exploring how collaboration between decentralized finance and traditional finance can enhance crypto's role in mainstream adoption.
Ecosystem
The Enduring Influence of AI on Smart Contract Audits
The potential of AI to transform smart contract audits in the blockchain space is becoming a mainstay, moving beyond sporadic checks to continuous assurance.
Crypto
Ethereum Transaction Costs Approach Minimal Levels as Activities Surge to 1.6 Million Daily
Ethereum's transaction costs remain historically low despite a significant increase in daily transactions, highlighting advancements in blockchain scalability.
Blockchain
SharpLink Plans to Invest $200 Million in Ethereum Using Linea for DeFi Yields
SharpLink Gaming is set to allocate a significant portion of its Ether treasury into a strategic DeFi initiative aimed at generating onchain yields.
Finance
Institutional Demand for Regulated Crypto Yields Grows
As institutions look for secure investment avenues, the crypto yield space faces a demand for regulatory compliance and risk management.
Crypto
A New Era for Crypto: The Rise of Decentralized Markets
Decentralized finance (DeFi) is seeing unprecedented growth as trading shifts away from centralized exchanges (CEXs) towards transparent platforms based on code and regulation.
News
Do Large Bitcoin Holders Influence Market Trends More Than Before?
While major Bitcoin holders, known as 'whales', still impact prices, various other factors now dictate Bitcoin's market behavior.
Crypto
Willem Schroé Advocates for Enhanced Bitcoin Utilization
The founder of Botanix Labs discusses the potential of corporate Bitcoin treasuries to generate yield, signaling a shift in Bitcoin's role in the economy.
Blockchain
Aave Strengthens DeFi Presence with Acquisition of Stable Finance
Aave Labs acquires Stable Finance to enhance consumer-facing blockchain services.
Crypto News
Latest Developments in Crypto: Pardon for CZ and MiCA License for Revolut
Get the scoop on significant events reshaping the crypto landscape, including a Presidential pardon for Binance's founder and crucial licensing updates for Revolut.
News
Berachain Steps Up with Ultra-Fast Blockchain Transactions
Berachain proposes a new governance model aiming to minimize transaction inclusion times to just 200 milliseconds.
Crypto
Spark Initiates Shift from Treasurys to Regulated DeFi Investments
As government bond yields decrease, Spark's significant investment in a regulated crypto fund highlights a shift towards diverse yield sources in decentralized finance.
Business
Aave Increases Consumer DeFi Presence with Acquisition of Stable Finance
Aave Labs enhances its consumer DeFi services through the acquisition of Stable Finance, founded in 2023, signifying a strategic move towards addressing retail needs amid institutional expansions.
