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Axie Infinity creator to develop new game in partnership with CyberKongz

Sky Mavis executive Kathleen Osgood said that the catalyst for the revival of blockchain gaming would be an experience that understands the motivations driving users into Web3.

Bitget surpasses 20M users as wallet integration spurs trading volumes

The platform is now among the four largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume after integrating with recently acquired wallet service Bitkeep.

Former CFTC chairman says stablecoins can be a bridge between two worlds

Timothy Massad, the former CFTC chairman, highlighted the benefits of stablecoins and urged regulators not to discredit their utility when it comes to regulations.

Worldcoin may face UK data regulators inquiry days after launch: Report

The project has faced criticism from within the fintech world over its dystopian features and privacy concerns.

China’s blockchain satellite in space, Hong Kong’s McNuggets Metaverse: Asia Express

China launches world’s first blockchain satellite into space, meanwhile, McDonalds Hong Kong brings McNuggets into the Metaverse.

Gaming DAO warns users of fake airdrops amid social media hacks

The decentralized game publisher said their team has witnessed a significant rise in phishing attempts within their community and in the Arbitrum ecosystem.

Japan PM reaffirms Web3 plans as Binance announces imminent launch

Fumio Kishida described Web3 as a "new form of capitalism" in a keynote address at WebX conference in Japan.

Arkham Intel Exchange approves $5K bounty for info on Do Kwon and Terra wallets

Terra co-founder Do Kwon is currently in Montenegrin prison as the platform remains under scrutiny in South Korea, but crypto users continue to seek out information on wallets.

Worldcoin launch raises eyebrows as WLD price notches a double-digit gain

Worldcoin price soared to $3.58 shortly after launching but traders and crypto advocates have many concerns.

Twitter vs. Threads: Users are the real losers

The world’s eyes turned in excitement to the battle between Elon Musk's Twitter and Mark Zuckerberg's Threads, but users emerged as the real losers.

New research shows how brain-like computers could revolutionize blockchain and AI

A CMOS-compatible neuromorphic computing chip could be on the horizon thanks to breakthrough research out of Technische Universität Dresden.

Worldcoin launch divides opinions - crypto community has its say

“What could go wrong?” Decentralized ID protocol Worldcoin has launched, receiving mixed takes from the cryptocurrency community.

XRP court ruling marks milestone, but new crypto law could take years

Ripple’s partial victory against the SEC is positive, but crypto firms still face uncertainty without a regulatory framework.

Worldcoin token launch sparks response from Vitalik Buterin

The Ethereum co-founder released a long-form response to the launch of Worldcoin’s decentralized human identity verification system.

Korean banks to research the stablecoins alternative

Hana Bank plans to conduct research on certificate of deposit tokens, while Woori Bank’s research department has already recently released a report on them.

Bitcoin block 800,000 mined — What’s next?

Tick tock, next block. The Bitcoin network passed block 800,000 with less than a year to go to the next block reward halving.

Worldcoin launches token to distinguish humans from bots

The project provides a decentralized and private way to verify human identity online amid the rise of artificial intelligence technologies.

Crypto lender Delio warns normal operations in jeopardy after asset seizures

The South Korean crypto lender has had to halt certain interest payments amid a recent investigation resulting in the company and its customers' assets being seized.

Alphapo hot wallets hacked for over $31 million

The funds have been reportedly taken on the Ethereum blockchain. The number of Bitcoins stolen remains uncertain.

Nigeria's CBN enhances eNaira with NFC upgrade for contactless payments

The CBN reportedly emphasizes that the latest addition of NFC technology will play a crucial role in boosting the adoption rates for the CBDC.

Evidence of crypto usage by ISIS is 'mounting': TRM Labs

Blockchain intelligence platform TRM Labs revealed that Tether (USDT) on the Tron network was being used for most of the transactions.

SEC reviews Ripple ruling, US bill seeks control over DeFi, and more: Hodler’s Digest, July 16-22

The SEC examines the ruling in the Ripple case, a U.S. Senate bill seeks to regulate DeFi, and the poor performance of altcoins in the second quarter of 2023.

What is the difference between DApps and protocols?

Discover the contrasting functions of DApps and protocols in the blockchain world, and gain insights into how they contribute to the growth of decentralized technologies.

Nigerian social payments app shuts down crypto exchange services

The company cited that it will cease operations of its exchange services as part of the shareholders' decision to restructure the business to focus on Cashlink.

Crypto VC funding tumbles as economic uncertainty scares off investors

June rejected the three-month trend of rising venture capital investment into crypto, though that’s not necessarily a bearish signal.

Bitcoin miners still bullish despite toughest bear market yet - Hut8, Foundry, Braiins

Bitcoin mining firms have been forced to sell newly minted Bitcoin to cover operational costs during one of the toughest bear markets for miners on record.

Web3 Gamer: Earn Bitcoin in Minecraft, BGA’s 50/50 gender split, Oath of Peak hot take

How to earn Bitcoin in Minecraft, Sega is half in/half out of blockchain games, BGA board’s 50/50 gender split, and more Web3 gaming news.

Binance CEO warns of phishing scams as Uniswap founder gets hacked

The amount of social engineering attacks in the cryptocurrency industry has been rising, with major execs getting hacked recently.

5 emerging digital finance trends to watch

Explore five emerging digital finance trends shaping the financial landscape in the digital age.

Dota 2, Rocket League pros ‘want to explore’ Web3 and blockchain gaming

Professional Dota 2 player Erik “Tofu” Engel believes that Web3 has features that are very beneficial to gamers.

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