Crypto’s Role in the Trade War
As trade tensions and tariffs impact global markets, could crypto offer a resilient alternative? Here’s how decentralised finance might cushion the fallout.
Base Dominates DeFi Transactions
Decentralized finance (DeFi) markets are in flux, with Optimism (OP) surging in cross-chain transfers and Base capturing the majority of DEX transactions. According to Dune analytics data, Optimism saw $410 million in value transfers to and from its network—accounting for 40% of all cross-chain movement. Meanwhile, Base currently hosts 60% of DeFi transactions, surpassing Arbitrum’s […]
Crypto Fuels the Green Grid
Crypto rails like Bitcoin and Ethereum could revolutionize renewable energy by stabilizing grids and incentivizing green investment.
Crypto Rules Back in Focus
A recent U.S. House hearing has reignited hope for crypto regulation in 2024, with lawmakers and industry leaders pushing for clear legal frameworks.
DOJ Disbands Crypto Enforcement Unit Amid Regulatory Shift
In a significant policy shift, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has disbanded its National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET), signaling a move toward a more lenient regulatory approach to digital assets. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche stated, “The Department of Justice is not a digital assets regulator,” emphasising the administration’s intent to reduce regulatory burdens on the cryptocurrency industry
Bitcoin’s Rally Pauses Amid U.S.-China Trade Tensions; Yuan Depreciation May Signal Future Gains
Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a temporary surge to $80,000 before retracting to $76,500, stabilizing just below $78,000. This 1.2% decline over the past 24 hours mirrors broader market trends, with Ether (ETH) dropping nearly 4% to below $1,500. The CoinDesk 20 index, representing the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization (excluding stablecoins, memecoins, and exchange tokens), […]
The growth of blockchain technology and its impact on social and financial inclusion
Social and financial inclusion isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a lifeline for over a billion people shut out of traditional systems. Blockchain and Web3 have the tools to change that. From giving the unbanked access to digital wallets, to enabling transparent aid distribution and decentralised identity, these technologies offer more than decentralisation—they offer dignity. Yet in […]
Hong Kong Authorizes Staking Services for Crypto Firms and ETFs
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has introduced new guidance that allows licensed Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (VATPs) and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to provide staking services. Under these updated measures, VATPs offering staking and associated DeFi-like yields must follow strict rules to protect client assets and ensure transparent operations. The move reflects the SFC’s […]
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