DeFi
Analysis
Web3 builder points out key reasons why U.S. SEC isn’t approving Bitcoin ETFs
Over nine Bitcoin ETFs are awaiting approval in the US. But why isn’t the SEC giving them the greenlight?
Technology
Nearly 100% of Uniswap’s community wants Arbitrum on the Ethereum DEX
The ‘community’ can propose how Uniswap’s future shapes up and support for an upcoming Layer-2 solution is at the top of that list for now.
Theta Labs’ Wes Levitt on TFUEL and the future of NFTs in 2022
Theta Labs has had a rollercoaster year. The network, for the uninitiated, is a decentralized video delivery service powered by users and an innovative new blockchain.
NFTs
TechCrunch founder’s Kiev apartment becomes first real estate NFT
The apartment was the world’s first real estate sold using blockchain technology. And its becoming the first NFT as well.
Mining
Illegal coal extraction in China spurred Bitcoin mining ban
The rising use of coal to power Bitcoin mining rigs didn’t sit well with the country’s government.
Regulation
UK bans Luno’s ‘time to buy Bitcoin’ ads, calls them “irresponsible”
The country has introduced strict regulations for the crypto space in the past year.
Trading
Korean students say crypto trading gives them stress, causes insomnia
Whoever said full-time trading was a ticket to an easy life?
Banking
HSBC steers clear of Bitcoin offerings for clients
Every bank seems to be jumping on the crypto bandwagon. Except HSBC.
NFTs
UFO sighting authenticated by the CIA is getting sold as an Ethereum NFT
Even alien sightings are jumping on the NFT bandwagon.
Mining
North American miners form ‘Bitcoin Mining Council’ with Elon Musk
Bitcoin and other PoW cryptocurrencies are facing a tough test due to their alleged climatic effects. A new council hopes to change that.
DeFi
DeFi tool ‘Bogged Finance’ sees $3 million hack, prices plunge 98%
Another day, another DeFi, another hack.
Mining
Bitcoin miners are shutting down Chinese operations after Vice Premier’s comments
The country’s miners control a majority of Bitcoin’s hashrate and are sensing trouble after recent regulatory comments.