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Bitcoin ‘fixes democracy’ and fights corruption: Human Rights Foundation

Human Rights Foundation CSO argues that Bitcoin represents free speech, property rights and open capital markets — stifling the power of tyrannical governments.

Modular blockchains could be the next hot crypto market trend in 2023

As the crypto industry recovers, a new generation of modular blockchains could replace centralized bridges and exchanges.

Crypto exchange FTX Japan to resume withdrawals on Feb. 21

"We are very sorry for the concern and inconvenience caused to our customers due to the suspension of our services," the exchange wrote.

9 promising blockchain use cases in healthcare industry

Blockchain enables healthcare record management, clinical trial transparency, efficient supply chain management and more.

Here's why crypto companies need to focus on embedded finance

Personalized offers, financing loans, insurance, seamless payment and preferred payment mode were some of the key features that came out as top priorities for customers.

What is a supernet, and how does it work?

A supernet or umbrella network combines multiple smaller networks or blockchains into one larger network.

'Unworkable' bill to ban blockchain immutability is introduced in Illinois

Florida-based lawyer Drew Hinkes described the bill as “the most unworkable state law” related to blockchain and cryptocurrency that he has ever seen.

Crypto’s next bull run will come from the East: Gemini co-founder

Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss believes the next crypto bull run will come from Asia, while America has two options — embrace crypto or be left behind.

What is the network effect?

Crypto’s value increases with more users, creating a positive feedback loop due to the network effect.

Helium Network sets migration to Solana for March

A 24-hour transition will take place on March 27, when the Helium blockchain will be halted. Proof-of-Coverage and data transfer activities will remain unaffected.

5 ways to monetize your digital art with NFTs

Monetizing digital art with NFTs provides proof of ownership, increased value and potential for royalties.

'Privacy has become a taboo,' says crypto anarchist project DarkFi

A group of pseudonymous developers from DarkFi spoke with Cointelegraph on how crypto is evolving amid privacy challenges, bad actors and government oversight.

San Francisco federal bank eyes CBDC system development, reveals job posting

Within 24 hours of the job posting, 45 applicants have shown interest in joining the federal government to build an in-house CBDC.

SEC sues Do Kwon, Paxos ready to litigate, SBF’s VPN: Hodler’s Digest, Feb. 12-18

Top Stories This Week Paxos ‘categorically disagrees’ with the SEC that BUSD is a security The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has defined the stablecoin Binance USD (BUSD) as a security in a Wells Notice sent to its issuer, Paxos Trust Company. The SEC alleges the organization failed to register BUSD under federal […]

How the Ordinals movement will benefit the Bitcoin blockchain

The increasing popularity of Bitcoin NFTs, or Ordinals, will positively impact the Bitcoin network’s security and attract developers to the ecosystem, according to Ordinals proponent Udi Wertheimer.

The economics of cryptocurrency mining: Costs, revenues and market trends

Explore the economics of cryptocurrency mining and the challenges and opportunities that exist in this rapidly evolving industry.

SEC’s staking crackdown has uncertain consequences for DeFi: Finance Redefined

The DeFi market’s total value locked surpassed $50 billion for the first time in six months thanks to the bullish burst in the crypto market over the past week.

Crypto Stories: How Altcoin Daily built a platform for millions of crypto enthusiasts

A cartoon version of the Arnold brothers recounts how they went from struggling to break into the film industry in L.A. to building Altcoin Daily, a platform with millions of crypto enthusiasts.

Ethereum Shanghai upgrade, explained

There is a new upgrade on the chain called Ethereum Shanghai. Is that bullish or bearish for Ether and the crypto market?

Top 11 greatest investors of all time

Discover the top 11 greatest investors of all time who have achieved unparalleled success in the financial world.

Co-founders of StoryCo explain how community storytelling can impact franchised IP

NFT Steez continues its conversation with the co-founders of StoryCo on how blockchain facilitates scaling co-creation and franchised intellectual property.

SEC going after Terra sparks responses from crypto lawyers: ‘Wild’

While community members are not defending Terra and Do Kwon, they are questioning the manner in which the SEC is going after the company and its founder.

Terra lawsuit a ‘roadmap’ to attack other stablecoins: Delphi Labs

Delphi Lab's general counsel said the SEC was being "more thorough than usual" in its lawsuit against Terraform Labs and its co-founder Do Kwon.

DeFi platforms can comply with regulations without compromising privacy — Web3 exec

Zero knowledge proofs, DIDs, and more could help DeFi protocols maintain regulatory compliance without exposing their users.

eBay NFT platform KnownOrigin launches creator smart contract

The creator contract beta release has been tested by users, with 84 contracts deployed and 250 NFTs minted so far.

Hong Kong issues HK$800m in tokenized green bonds

The bonds were underwritten by four banks and priced at a yield of 4.05%.

Norwegian police recover $5.9M stolen from Axie Infinity Ronin hack

The seized funds will be used to reimburse affected users, and prevent it from funding North Korea's nuclear weapons program.

Bitcoin price hits $25K in new 2023 high

Despite macroeconomic headwinds and regulatory crackdowns on crypto, Bitcoin is made a new high for 2023.

Artificial intelligence, robots and blockchain deliver next-generation healthcare, today

Emerging technologies are revolutionizing medicine - person by person and pill by pill.

Bitcoiner Simon Dixon on bankruptcies and Elon Musk: Hall of Flame

Name: Simon DixonAnonymous: NoTwitter Followers: 109.1KKnown for: Co-founder of Bank To The Future and the dude who wrote the first-ever published book on Bitcoin. Who is this guy anyway? Simon Dixon is a true Bitcoin O.G. He is the author of the first-ever published book on Bitcoin in the world Bank to the Future, which […]

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