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GeneralBeginnerCompound Finance, a prominent decentralized lending and borrowing platform, is embroiled in a governance controversy sparked by a series of recent proposals. The passage of Proposal 289 on July 28th has ignited accusations of a “governance attack” orchestrated by a voting bloc dubbed the “Golden…
#crypto#daos#decentralization
EthereumIndependent blockchain sleuth Wazz has issued a public warning claiming the $31 million Neiro project on Ethereum is a honeypot scam. While the investigation is ongoing, several red flags have been identified, prompting the accusation. Wazz, known for uncovering the $870,000 hacking of Mark…
#crypto#scam
GeneralBeginnerCasper Network, a prominent blockchain platform known for its innovative approach to decentralized applications, has faced a serious security breach, leading to a temporary halt in operations. The incident has raised significant concerns about the security of decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols…
#crypto#defi#hackers
GeneralBeginnerSwitzerland’s financial watchdog, FINMA, has unveiled a new proposal targeting stablecoin issuers, marking a significant step in regulating this burgeoning sector. The proposal aims to classify stablecoin issuers as financial intermediaries, subjecting them to the same stringent anti-money…
#crypto#government#stablecoins
BitcoinBeginnerRiot Platform, a prominent player in the Bitcoin mining industry, has announced the acquisition of Kentucky-based Block Mining for a total consideration of $93 million. The deal comprises a cash payment of $18.5 million from Riot’s existing balance sheet, along with $74 million worth of Riot’s…
#crypto#mining
EthereumBeginnerSpot Ethereum ETFs, which launched with much fanfare just two days ago, have already seen a significant outflow of funds, totaling $113 million. This unexpected turn of events has sent ripples through the cryptocurrency market, raising questions about the initial enthusiasm and the broader outlook…
#crypto#etfs#united-states
EthereumBeginnerEthereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has introduced a groundbreaking cryptographic protocol named Circle STARKs, poised to revolutionize blockchain efficiency and security. This innovative approach leverages smaller fields in cryptography, a significant departure from traditional STARKs that…
#crypto#defi#security
GeneralBeginnerEuropol, the European Union’s law enforcement agency, has issued a stark warning about the looming threat of AI-driven cybercrime. According to a recent report, the agency anticipates a significant surge in cyberattacks powered by artificial intelligence. These attacks are expected to become…
#crypto#european#european-union
BitcoinBeginnerHong Kong is poised to launch the first-ever inverse Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the region. This innovative product, spearheaded by CSOP Asset Management, will allow investors to profit from a decline in Bitcoin’s price. Traditionally, ETFs track an underlying asset’s performance,…
#crypto#etfs#hong-kong
EthereumBeginnerThe hacker behind the February WazirX heist has consolidated $57 million worth of stolen Ethereum (ETH) into new cryptocurrency wallets. This latest development comes as the Indian exchange, WazirX, doubles down on its bug bounty program in an attempt to recover the misappropriated funds.…
#crypto#defi#hackers
GeneralBeginnerApeCoin DAO, the decentralized autonomous organization behind the ApeCoin cryptocurrency, is considering a proposal to establish a hotel with a Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) theme in Bangkok, Thailand. This proposal, submitted by a DAO member known as DeSmart on July 19, 2024, seeks $3.6 million…
#crypto#nfts
