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9 crypto gifts for your Valentine’s Day date

Crypto gifts not only demonstrate love but also a shared interest in the exciting world of cryptocurrency and finance.

DeFi exploits and access control hacks cost crypto investors billions in 2022: Report

Cyber criminals used a variety of methods to siphon funds through hacks and exploits in 2022, amounting to over $2.8 billion in losses.

Cointelegraph Markets launches new YouTube channel

Stay up-to-date on what’s happening in crypto, digital asset markets and traditional markets by tuning in to Cointelegraph Markets and Research’s dedicated series of shows.

5 key features of machine learning

Machine learning is based on the idea that a system can learn to perform a task without being explicitly programmed.

Huobi Cloud Wallet no more: Exchange pulls plug on DeFi multi-token wallet

Huobi has announced the impending closure of its Huobi Cloud Wallet service, citing strategic adjustments for the move.

MetaMask issues scam alert as NameCheap hacker sends unauthorized emails

Web hosting company NameCheap detected the misuse of one of its third-party services for sending some unauthorized emails — which directly targeted MetaMask users.

OneKey says it's fixed the flaw that got its hardware wallet hacked in 1 second

Unciphered posted a video showing a "Massive critical vulnerability" in the OneKey Mini. The creators noted it's been patched and is now working on further securing the wallet.

Bitcoin could hit $10M in 9 years but more sidechains needed: Blockstream CEO

If Back and Finney’s $10 million price prediction becomes true, the BTC market cap will reach approximately $200 trillion.

Blockchain tech still far from hitting the esport big leagues, says investor

Smaller-scale esports organizations have started using blockchain tech for distributing prize pools, but the tech is yet to be adopted by the big tournament organizers.

Monetary policy: Definition, types and tools

Monetary policy refers to the actions taken by a central bank to manage the money supply and interest rates in an economy.

Kraken’s staking down, FTX post-bankruptcy hell and Binance news: Hodler’s Digest, Feb. 5-11

Top Stories This Week Kraken reaches $30M settlement with SEC over staking as IRS seeks user information Kraken has agreed to stop offering staking services or programs to United States clients after reaching an agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Along with ceasing operations, the crypto exchange will pay $30 million in […]

Bitcoin miners as energy buyers, explained

Bitcoin miners as energy buyers utilize renewable energy sources and excess electricity offered by utility companies to fuel their mining operations.

Jump Crypto unveils critical vulnerability on Binance’s BNB Chain

The security flaw would allow the mint of an unlimited amount of arbitrary tokens. The issue was privately disclosed to the BNB team.

2023 is a make-or-break year for blockchain gaming: Play-to-own

While the thesis is compelling for crypto gaming, the way forward is unclear. Interoperability is one thorny issue and playability is still yet to catch up to traditional games.

Building a career in the metaverse: Skills and opportunities

Building a successful career in the metaverse requires a combination of technical, creative and business skills.

Bitcoin is already in its 'next bull market cycle' — Pantera Capital

This cycle's Bitcoin and altcoin lows are behind us, Pantera CEO Dan Morehead says as he looks to a "year of rebuilding trust."

Ethereum's Shapella transition is "on the horizon"

The milestone is another step on the road to the Shanghai upgrade, which remains scheduled for March.

Web3 community unites for Turkish–Syrian earthquake victims: Finance Redefined

The Web3 ecosystem came together to offer all possible help and aid to the victims of the Turkish-Syrian earthquake — one of the worst natural disasters in recent history.

SecretDAO votes to restructure foundation after public spat between organizations

The new foundation will be governed by a board of 3 or more members, and no organization will hold more than one seat.

Binance upgrades Proof of Reserves verification to include zk-SNARKs

The zk-SNARKs upgrade promises to significantly improve the security and transparency of the verification process.

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