DeFi Archives - Page 26 of 31

Dormant Ethereum Wallets Linked to $2 Billion PlusToken

August 7, 2024 Dan K

Dormant Ethereum wallets linked to the $2B PlusToken scam in China moved 2,800 tokens, impacting ETH prices. What will be the market’s next move?

Ethereum blockchain reclaims DeFi lead as bots drive record $480B in stablecoin volume

Spot Ether ETFs Attract $98M in Inflows; BlackRock’s Fund Reaches $870M

August 7, 2024 Dan K

Spot Ether ETFs saw $98M inflows on August 6, with BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust reaching $870M since its July 23 launch, despite market volatility.

Indian Embassy rescues 14 human trafficking victims from cyber scam centers in Laos.

India Rescues 14 Human-Trafficking Victims Lured by Crypto Scammers

August 7, 2024 Dan K

The Indian Embassy in Laos rescues 14 Indian youths from crypto scam centers in the Golden Triangle SEZ, highlighting ongoing efforts against human trafficking.

Bybit introduces Pre-Market Perpetuals, allowing early trading with up to 5x leverage on upcoming tokens.

Bybit Launches Pre-Market Perpetuals for Early Trading

August 6, 2024 Dan K

Bybit introduces Pre-Market Perpetuals, allowing traders to speculate on future token values with up to 5x leverage, enhancing early trading strategies.

View of the US Capitol Building in Washington, DC.

US Senators Urge CFTC to Ban Betting on 2024 Presidential Election

August 6, 2024 Dan K

US Senators and Representatives call for a ban on 2024 election betting, citing risks to democracy and concerns over platforms like Polymarket.

Xapo Bank offers interest-bearing USD and Bitcoin accounts in the UK

Xapo Bank Becomes First to Offer Interest-Bearing USD and Bitcoin Account to UK Users

August 5, 2024 Dan K

Xapo Bank launches the UK’s first interest-bearing USD and Bitcoin account, providing innovative banking solutions for cryptocurrency users.

Wharton professor Jeremy Siegel speaking at an event

Wharton Professor Siegel Urges 75bps Rate Cut as Crypto Plunges

August 5, 2024 Dan K

Wharton professor Jeremy Siegel urges the Fed to cut rates by 75bps as crypto markets and traditional stocks plummet on escalating recession fears.

Coinbase International Exchange showing trading volumes and cryptocurrency charts.

Coinbase International’s Perpetual Futures Trading Volume Soars to $38 Billion

August 5, 2024 Dan K

Coinbase International Exchange reports record-breaking $38 billion in perpetual futures trading volume for July, the highest since May 2024.

Blockchain

OpenAI Holds Back ‘Highly Accurate’ AI Content Detection Tool Over Stigmatization Concerns

August 4, 2024 Dan K

OpenAI delays its ‘highly accurate’ AI content detection tool, citing concerns about stigmatization of non-English speakers and potential for tampering.

Blockchain

Crypto Community Slams WazirX’s ‘Socialized Losses’ Plan After Hack

August 4, 2024 Dan K

WazirX’s “socialized losses” plan after a $230M hack sparks outrage among users, demanding improved security and transparency from the exchange.