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.
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Crypto remains hopeful as market moves sideways: Report
BTC continues to trade in a narrow range, and memecoins steal the limelight from NFTs as views on the macroeconomic outlook diverge.
Sui DEX Cetus' IDO oversubscribed by 650%
According to developers, the fundraising goal of the initial DEX offering was reached in less than one minute.
What is the risk/reward ratio in cryptocurrency trading, and how to use it
The risk/reward ratio in crypto trading is the potential loss or gain of a trade used to assess profitability.
5 common interview questions for Web3 jobs
The interview process for Web3 positions will typically involve questions aimed at assessing a candidate’s knowledge of decentralized technologies, blockchain and smart contracts.
‘Ethical’ SBF game axed, Web3 games sign-up process sucks, Tomb Chaser: Web3 Gamer
FTX’s kiss of death for Storybook Brawl, Scratch Lord creators make MMA game for Animoca, and why is Web3 game onboarding so awful?
Human ID project ‘Worldcoin’ launches gas-free wallet only for humans
The wallet relies on “World ID,” a protocol that verifies humanness through zero-knowledge proofs.
Tencent-backed Everledger collapses amid lack of funding: Report
Everledger was quietly placed into insolvency after it didn’t manage to materialize its planned funding round from an undisclosed investor.
Nigeria goes blockchain: Policy could impact digital identity
Nigeria’s crypto community celebrates the approval of the National Blockchain Policy, set to impact governance, digital identity management and e-payments.
Pepe’s sudden drop leaves whale 500k in the red
A memecoin whale who purchased roughly $3 million worth of the Pepe token just days ago is now sitting on an unrealized loss of around $600,000.
'Bitcoin is not under attack:' BTC maxis allay fears of a DoS offensive
Concerns circulated on Crypto Twitter of a denial of service (DoS) attack on the Bitcoin network.
You can now create a shitcoin in less than 23 seconds
A new "speedrun" video shows how anyone can create a brand new cryptocurrency in less than 30 seconds.
Deloitte integrates blockchain for digital credentials
The credential wallet will be provided as a browser extension and customers will be able to set it up without any prior knowledge of blockchain.
Memecoin sends BTC fees to the moon, miner profits top $50B and more: Hodler’s Digest, April 30-May 6
Memecoin hype fuels Bitcoin transaction costs, BTC miners block rewards surpass $50 billion and AI’s “Godfather” warns of technology dangers.
DEUS Finance loses $6M following stablecoin hack
The attacker targeted both the BNB Smart Chain and the Arbitrum network. CoinMarketCap data shows that DEI price dropped 30% following the security incident.
How to check an Ethereum transaction
To check an Ethereum transaction, use a blockchain explorer and enter the transaction hash to view details such as sender/receiver addresses and gas fees.
Crypto Biz: Hyperinflation and Bitcoin wagers, AI replacing first jobs and more
This week’s Crypto Biz explores the latest wild wager on Bitcoin prices, inflation fears and the jobs that artificial intelligence may soon replace.
Liquid staking solutions now have more TVL than DEXs: Finance Redefined
April was a month of hacks, exploits and rug pulls, resulting in over $100 million in net losses across DeFi platforms.
BNP Paribas teams up with Bank of China to promote digital yuan usage
The partnership will enable BNP Paribas China's corporate clients to make payments using the digital yuan through an e-CNY management system.
Prosecutor says Do Kwon's extradition to South Korea would best serve Terraform Labs' victims: Report
The former Terraform Labs CEO could face 40 years in jail in South Korea, the country where he committed most of his crimes, according to local authorities.
Emerging tech to create “new ethics” for humankind: MEWS 2023
Dr. Stephen Castell commented that emerging technologies like blockchain, the metaverse and AI will usher in a new set of ethics and human species.
How blockchains can solve greenwashing and contribute to climate action
BNB Chain's Victor Genin said that blockchain can improve transparency, accountability, traceability, energy efficiency, waste reduction and collaboration in the climate action space.
White House to build international standards for DLT
The White House national strategy listed eight emerging technologies with a focus on building international standards and finding use cases in the economic sector.
What is profit and loss (PnL) and how to calculate it
PnL refers to the financial gain or loss from buying and selling cryptocurrencies. To calculate it, use various method like the FIFO, LIFO, YTD, and more!
Justin Sun’s SUI-farming sins, PEPE’s wild run, 3AC’s oyster philosophy: Asia Express
CZ calls out Justin Sun for farming SUI at the expense of the little guys, “useless” PEPE up 20x, new 3AC venture in hot water in Dubai.
Joe Lubin: The truth about ETH founders split and ‘Crypto Google’
Joe Lubin explains what really happened in 2014 when two co-founders were pushed out and how Ethereum really is becoming the “World Computer.”
Consensus 2023: Businesses show interest in Web3, despite US regulatory challenges
Despite negative sentiment toward crypto adoption in the United States, Consensus 2023 attracted thousands of attendees to discuss the potential of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency.
DeFi exec breaks down what it takes to attract institutions to staking
In an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph, Alluvial chief product officer Matt Leisinger discusses the impact of liquid staking on the crypto ecosystem.
SEC has 10 days to respond to Coinbase complaint: Legal exec
Coinbase's legal battle for regulatory clarity over the trading of digital crypto assets saw a development as the Third Circuit responded to their complaint against the SEC.
Bitget pledges $10M for Blockchain4Youth corporate responsibility project
Blockchain4Youth will provide courses through Bitget Academy and host university lectures on the topic of Web3.