A new Era has dawned with the launch of the first Ethereum Virtual Machine compatible ZK rollup, enabling projects like Uniswap and Sushi to easily port over for scaling.
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Heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk seeks to tokenize boxers’ careers
Olympic champion boxer Oleksandr Usyk partners with a new blockchain-powered tokenized ecosystem platform aimed at supporting aspiring boxers.
Arbitrum airdrop sees 1,500 addresses consolidate $3.3M into two wallets
One wallet received $2 million in ARB while another collected around $1.38 million worth of tokens.
Arbitrum airdrop: Hacked vanity addresses used to siphon $500K
The tokens were stolen by someone who compiled vanity addresses eligible for ARB airdrops.
Justin Sun vs. SEC, Do Kwon arrested, 180M player game taps Polygon: Asia Express
Chinese crypto billionaire Justin Sun sued by SEC, Do Kwon busted in Casino Royale location, game with 180 million players embraces Polygon.
Investors have more work to do in ensuring the success of Web3: PBW2023
At Paris Blockchain Week 2023, a group of Web3 professionals discussed how this new paradigm is disrupting traditional business models and creating opportunities for startups and investors.
Ledger CEO: The collapse of banks is a ‘crash course to Bitcoin’ | PBW 2023
Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier said that anyone trying to centralize crypto will fail, saying that centralization and crypto are "two magnets that’s just not going to stick together."
Breaking: Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon reportedly arrested in Montenegro
The former blockchain executive is wanted by Interpol for his role in the $40 billion collapse of the Terra Luna ecosystem during May 2022.
US enforcement agencies are turning up the heat on crypto-related crime
How governments decide to go after crimes committed with crypto could color the industry’s public perception and how the space is regulated.
How blockchain can help reimagine a new state in Africa
Eche Emole, the co-founder of Afropolitan, explains how the nation-state experiment has failed, especially in Africa, and how blockchain can be used to reimagine a new state.
Chainalysis breaks down how scammers adapt during the bear market
As crypto traders became wary of making investment decisions amid the Terra collapse in 2022, scammers shifted to free giveaways and romance scams.
Aussie crypto exchange hints interest in Hong Kong base, but it’ll depend
The CEO of Independent Reserve says Hong Kong's "friendly" licensing regime makes it a worthy destination to set up shop, but there are other factors to consider.
Xapo Bank to enable USDC deposits and withdrawals
According to the Bitcoin custodian, utilizing the USDC stablecoin will allow members to deposit and withdraw funds without fees.
Deloitte dives into immersive experiences as more industries turn to Web3
The Big 4 accounting firm is betting on immersive experiences and other Web3 solutions to address various corporate needs.
French lawmakers propose ban on crypto influencer promotions
According to the proposal, individuals caught violating these prohibitions could face a two-year prison sentence and a 30,000 euro fine.
Blockchain messaging is going to replace Telegram and Discord
Your crypto wallet will become your mailbox and offer functionalities that Web2 messaging platforms like Discord and Telegram can only dream about.
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Circle CSO Twitter account breached by scammers
"Any links to offers are scams. We are investigating the situation and taking action accordingly," wrote USDC issuer Circle.
Tether CTO on USDC depeg: ‘Bitcoin maxis were right all along’ | PBW 2023
Paolo Ardoino said that recent events in the crypto space demonstrate that Bitcoiners were right and that Bitcoin is the “ultimate way” to hold wealth.
Multi-chain wallet BitKeep raises $30M at $300M valuation
The firm previously raised $15M at a $100M valuation in May 2022.
Creating ‘organic’ generative art from robotic algorithms: Emily Xie, NFT Creator
New York NFT artist Emily Xie explores the tension between creativity and “cold and robotic” algorithms. Punk6529 and DC Investor are collectors.
PBW 2023 explores the current state of the blockchain space
Circle’s chief strategy officer Dante Disparte said at a Paris Blockchain Week panel that while the chain is currently not strong, people are continuing to build and develop.
Ethereum as a deflationary asset, explained
Deflationary tokens like Ethereum are the key to differentiating Web3 ecosystems from traditional capital markets.
Visa: Token bridges were a favored target for thieves in 2022
The fraudsters would normally exploit the smart contracts to allow for the approval of unauthorized transactions.
Nigeria CBDC adoption spikes as fiat currency shortage grip the nation
The acute cash shortage in Nigeria was due to the central bank’s decision to replace older bank notes with bigger denominations amid rising inflation.
US Senator Ted Cruz tries again with new bill to block CBDC
Ted Cruz said it is “more important than ever” to ensure the financial privacy of American citizens is preserved.
‘Crypto FUD’ — Industry outraged as White House report slams crypto
The report included 35 pages seemingly aimed at debunking the merits of crypto assets.
Web2 giants coming into Web3 could benefit ecosystem — PBW founder
Paris Blockchain Week founder Michael Amar believes large Web2 companies entering the Web3 space bring resources capable of increasing mass adoption.
CCP Games secures $40M funding for upcoming Web3 game
The financing was led by venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from Makers Fund, BITKRAFT, Kingsway Capital and HASHED, among others.
DeFi insurance payouts amounted to $34.4M in 2022: Report
Ninety percent of all DeFi insurance claims paid out since inception were distributed in 2022, according to OpenCover.