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Blockchain IM apps to see over half-billion dollar valuation by 2030

Blockchain-backed digital messaging applications are forecasted to skyrocket in value in the seven years with a projected 43.6% compound annual growth rate.

Here's why India held on to older crypto reforms in national budget 2023

Experts opine that the Indian government needs more data and time to decide on rigid tax policies, given it has been only ten months since the tax laws were introduced in March 2022.

Toyota to explore blockchain use cases via DAO hackathon

The automotive giant is exploring DAO tools and blockchain integration to improve company operations.

Decentralized Twitter alternative goes live on Apple's App Store

The Damus app is powered by Nostr which uses decentralized relays to distribute end-to-end encrypted messages.

Blockchain provider SIMBA Chain awarded $30M by US Air Force STRATFI program

According to SIMBA Chain, the investment will go toward developing blockchain applications that will be used by several government organizations.

Rumor has it that Dogecoin could shift to proof-of-stake — What does that mean for miners?

Dogecoin shifting to proof-of-stake would be good for the environment, but what impact would it have on miners and ASIC manufacturers?

Cronos Labs to accept second cohort for $100M-backed Web3 accelerator program

The program aims to provide selected projects with upfront seed funding of $30,000 in addition to mentoring, masterclasses and support from industry experts.

Ethereum staking withdrawal testnet Zhejiang to go online Feb. 1

This is the first Ethereum public test since the Merge upgrade in September 2022. Developers said further testnets will be triggered in the coming week.

Tesla records $140M Bitcoin net loss in 2022

The electric vehicle maker earned $64 million in profits from Bitcoin trading, which was offset by a $204 million impairment.

What are reflection tokens, and how do they work?

Describing crypto tokens that generate passive income, reflection tokens redistribute gas using smart contracts by rewarding their investors with extra crypto.

20 wild attempts to create crypto micronations or communities

From repurposed cruise ships like MS Satosh, to the blockchain governed Liberland and Satoshi Island, crypto fans are trying to create utopian new communities built around new rules.

Top 5 Bitcoin documentaries to add to your watchlist

Bitcoin documentaries can serve as a tool for advocacy, helping to promote the adoption and acceptance of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

ADA-backed algorithmic stablecoin Djed launched on Cardano

The algo-stablecoin Djed from DeFi service provider COTI deployed on the Cardano mainnet after its successful security audit.

Digital asset investment products see highest inflows since July 2022: Report

According to CoinShares, digital asset investment products saw $117 million in inflows last week.

Ordinals protocol sparks debate over NFT's place in the Bitcoin ecosystem

The community has been divided as to whether the NFT-like "digital artifacts" are the right fit for the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Secret Network validator shuts down nodes after leadership turmoil

An internal conflict at the privacy-focused Secret Network has resulted in at least one validator throwing in the towel.

Monkey Drainer-linked scammers possibly exposed after an on-chain quarrel

The scammer referred to their pseudonym during a blockchain message argument which may have revealed their actual identity, according to CertiK.

Bitcoin stays out of fear for 11 straight days as price tips near 24K

Bitcoin's huge price surge in January has meant that 64% of Bitcoin investors are in profit, according to data from IntoTheBlock.

Yuga Labs co-founder to take leave of absence due to health reasons

Aronow said he will still be contributing as a board member and strategic advisor. However, his priority will be to get the best medical treatment he can to make a full recovery.

FTX creditors list, BlockFi $1.2B exposure and new Celsius token: Hodler’s Digest, Jan. 22-28

FTX will be the subject of a U.S. Senate hearing, authorities take HashFlare founders into custody and New York finalizes its PoW ban.

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