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SGraph showcasing Cardano blockchain project distribution across traceability, authenticity, and sustainability.

Cardano Foundation Research Shows ‘Fundamental Shift’ in Blockchain Use

January 23, 2025 Dan K

Cardano research finds 54.6% of projects focus on authenticity, reflecting blockchain’s growing role in verifying identity and enterprise solutions.

Changpeng Zhao and Ella Zhang announce YZi Labs rebranding at a press event.

Binance Labs Rebrands to YZi Labs with CZ at the Helm

January 23, 2025 Dan K

Binance Labs rebrands to YZi Labs, led by CZ and Ella Zhang. Expanding to AI, web3, and biotech, YZi signals a new vision for transformative investments.

Argo Blockchain CEO Resigns Amid Financial Struggles

January 22, 2025 Dan K

Argo Blockchain CEO Thomas Chippas resigns amid $6.3M Q3 losses. CFO Jim MacCallum assumes interim CEO role as the firm seeks financial stability.

A digital representation of Ethereum transactions highlighting the Bybit hack and THORChain laundering.

Niagara Regional Police to Issue Fraud Warnings on Crypto ATMs

January 22, 2025 Dan K

Niagara Police partner with crypto ATM operators to combat fraud, issuing warnings after $1.3M in losses from scams linked to crypto ATMs in 2024.

Bitpanda Introduces Web3 Suite, Launches Non-Custodial Wallet and Launchpad

January 21, 2025 Dan K

Bitpanda unveils its Web3 suite, featuring a non-custodial wallet launching in Q1 2025 and a launchpad for curated projects debuting in Q3 2025.

Mark Uyeda and Hester Peirce discussing SEC crypto regulations in a press conference.

Acting SEC Chair Uyeda Launches Crypto Task Force

January 21, 2025 Dan K

Acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda announces a crypto task force led by Hester Peirce to establish clear regulations and resolve longstanding crypto ambiguities.