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DeFi tool to notify users about suspicious on-chain activity

In determining the success of Web3, security measures like PureFi’s SafeTransact, in addition to Web3 security companies, are an approach to secure transactions from cybercriminals.

Firms combine blockchain and AR to develop port maintenance system

The project aims to increase the traceability of port maintenance operations by implementing blockchain certification.

ZK-rollups are ‘the endgame’ for scaling blockchains: Polygon Miden founder

Polygon Miden founder Bobbin Threadbare reveals exclusive details about Polygon’s most innovative ZK-rollup yet.

BNB Greenfield hits testnet, decentralized storage coming to BNB Chain

BNB Chain is calling for developers, validators and storage providers to begin testing its BNB Greenfield decentralized storage solution.

What is a crypto dusting attack, and how do you avoid it?

Dusting is a crypto attack that can be used for different purposes. Here’s how it works and what you can do to protect your funds.

Bitcoin Ordinals community debates fix after inscription validation bug

Currently, over two-thirds of voters on a Twitter poll said the missed inscriptions should be added at a later date instead of there being a retroactive reshuffling.

Bitcoin hits $30K to mark highest price since June 2022

Bitcoin has hit $30,000 for the first time since June 2022 and has set a new price high for 2023.

MetaMask launches new fiat purchase function for cryptocurrency

The new feature will allow users to purchase cryptocurrencies using various payment methods, such as debit or credit cards, PayPal, bank transfers, and instant ACH.

Etherscan hides zero-value token transfers to deter address-poisoning attacks

Address poisoning is a phishing scam that can affect users who have received unwanted tokens and don’t check their addresses carefully when sending crypto.

South Korean crypto exchange GDAC hacked for nearly $14M

The exchange said that all deposits and withdrawals are temporarily suspended as it performs emergency server maintenance.

Crypto exchange Huobi returns to profitability in Q1 after restructuring

After cutting employees and benefits, the cryptocurrency exchange reportedly made a $30 million profit during the first quarter of 2023.

Community on SushiSwap exploit: The $3.3 hack is 'weird’

A Twitter user called out SushiSwap and urged the platform to take steps to prevent incidents in the future.

Symbiosis integrates zkSync: ‘Natural evolution' of scaling solutions

Cross-chain DeFi platform Symbiosis has integrated zkSync to improve transaction speed and reduce fees on its automated market-making protocol.

Hong Kong takes the lead in blockchain logistics after Maersk TradeLens demise

China and Hong Kong are pouring money into the blockchain logistics industry to take the lead.

Bitcoin in circulation: Over 50% not moved in 2 years, Glassnode says

Some believe that investors who bought during Bitcoin’s all-time high price are waiting for the right time to sell.

Top 5 VR puzzle games

VR puzzle games provide a unique and immersive gameplay experience, with challenging puzzles and captivating storylines that draw players in.

‘Right time’ for Hong Kong’s Web3 push despite market flux — Financial Secretary

Hong Kong has already taken serious steps to develop the Web3 industry and its Financial Secretary says now is the right time to keep moving forward.

Coinbase CEO says Bitcoin Lightning is 'something we’ll integrate'

“Lightning is great and something we’ll integrate,” Armstrong said in response to an allegation that he was “ignoring” the network.

Community wants Arbitrum Foundation to return 700M ARB to DAO Treasury

A new proposal asks the Arbitrum Foundation to return 700 million ARB tokens after community backlash. Voting ends on April 14.

SushiSwap approval bug leads to $3.3 million exploit

Only users who have traded on the decentralized exchange in the last four days are apparently affected.

BTC white paper hidden on macOS, Binance loses AUS license and DOGE news: Hodler’s Digest, April 2-8

Binance Australia Derivatives’ license revoked, the Bitcoin white paper is hidden on modern macOS and Dogecoin prices spike after Twitter’s icon change.

How will the Shanghai upgrade impact ETH price? Expert explains

While it may cause downside pressure in the short run, the Shanghai upgrade will be extremely bullish for Ether's price in the mid-to-long term, according to Vivek Raman.

What is Shibarium, and what does it mean for Shiba Inu?

Shibarium is an upcoming layer-2 blockchain for Shiba Inu. Learn how Shibarium works and its multiple advantages.

Polygon becomes second largest gaming blockchain after user activity surges in March

Polygon overtook Hive for the second spot in last month, as the growth in unique active wallets was driven in part by the Hunters On-Chain RPG game.

Ethereum projects launch MEV Blocker to protect users from high prices: Finance Redefined

The top 100 DeFi tokens had a mixed week in terms of price action, with the total value locked in DeFi protocols maintaining above $50 billion.

Conflux proposes deploying Uniswap v3, setting up $2M liquidity pool for CFX pairs

Following the expiration of the Uniswap V3 code license on April 1, Conflux seeks to deploy the decentralized crypto trading protocol on its network.

Euler Finance attack: How it happened, and what can be learned

The Euler Finance exploit was the largest of Q1 2023, and the risk of a similar attack on other protocols remains.

Here's how much is lost to crypto hacks and exploits in Q1 2023

BNB Chain had the largest number of incidents in the quarter, while Ethereum had the biggest amount lost.

zkSync Era denies 921 ETH 'stuck forever' in smart contract

One member of the cryptocurrency subreddit pointed out that “EVM equivalent” compilers like zkSync Era does not necessarily mean it is fully “EVM compatible.”

Zhu Su’s exchange did $13.64 in volume akshually, Huobi in crisis: Asia Express

Huobi Global’s token crash and ongoing layoffs, 3AC founders deny reports of $1.26 in day 1 volume on new exchange and claim $373 on day 2.

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