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NFT Bunker: A Southeast Asian Artist's Take on Crypto's New Playground

NFT Bunker: A Southeast Asian Artist's Take on Crypto's New Playground

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Let’s face it, the NFT space can sometimes be a bit of a digital echo chamber. All hype, no substance. Today we see the Bored Apes, the CryptoPunks and thousands of derivative projects. To be frank, a lot of it just seems all over the place. That’s when you’re totally...

Stablecoin Scramble: Congress's Hot New Crypto Obsession?

Stablecoin Scramble: Congress's Hot New Crypto Obsession?

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Stablecoins have rapidly emerged as a major theme within the crypto industry. They are bringing the attention of all legislators and FDIC partners to them. These unique digital assets are intentionally created to be stable in value. Typically backed 1:1 by a fiat currency such as the US dollar, these...

Crypto's New Colonialism Is Here: How International Rules Hurt the Global South

Crypto's New Colonialism Is Here: How International Rules Hurt the Global South

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We're told international cooperation is always good. Regulation is necessary. What if the global push for cryptocurrency regulation is truly just paving the way for a different kind of colonialism? This new colonialism would be again driven by code and controlled by the same concentrated power and money. This theme...

Crypto-Colonialism: Is the Global South at Risk?

Crypto-Colonialism: Is the Global South at Risk?

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Cryptocurrency and blockchain technology promise great things, along with great danger, especially for developing countries. Proponents laud its promise to expand financial inclusion and spur innovation. On the other side is a darker, twisted version that could further exacerbate inequities and erode the agency of countries in the Global South....

5 Ways Crypto Can Empower, Not Exploit

5 Ways Crypto Can Empower, Not Exploit

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Make no mistake, the story told about crypto is usually one written by the Wall Street wolves and Silicon Valley speculators. Instead, we’re inundated with tales of Bitcoin billionaires and NFT millionaires. Let’s zero in on the tremendous promise of this technology to empower people who desperately need it. I...

Crypto's $250M Week: Where's the Smart Money Flowing?

Crypto's $250M Week: Where's the Smart Money Flowing?

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The past week in crypto was a fascinating mix of stability combined with underlying volatility. At the time, Bitcoin’s price was still under $85,000, but the altcoins were witnessing a rally of a lifetime. This article breaks down the week's key events, focusing on the $250 million in crypto funding,...

Crypto Regulation 2025: Southeast Asia's Artists Are Being Left Behind

Crypto Regulation 2025: Southeast Asia's Artists Are Being Left Behind

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Think of Nandar, a young artist in Myanmar, harnessing her colorful digital art to share narratives of resilience and hope. By utilizing NFTs, she was able to make direct connections with collectors around the world and circumvent the censorship and economic turmoil surrounding her country. Crypto was her lifeline. Now...

Crypto Regulation 2025: US vs. EU - What You NEED to Know!

Crypto Regulation 2025: US vs. EU - What You NEED to Know!

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The cryptocurrency universe has become a complex, quickly changing ecosystem of innovators and entrepreneurs where there is a clear demand for regulatory certainty. As we move into 2025, understanding the nuances of crypto regulation in different regions is crucial for investors, businesses, and anyone involved in the digital asset space....

Crypto's $250M Week: Is This Boom Built on Shifting Sands?

Crypto's $250M Week: Is This Boom Built on Shifting Sands?

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Just last week, national headlines screamed about a $250 million crypto-funded bonanza. Infrastructure and DeFi projects are awash with new investment. Great, right? Maybe not. As a blockchain journalist who's seen a few hype cycles come and go, I can't help but wonder if we're not just rearranging deck chairs...

Crypto Regulation 2025: The Shocking Truth About Who Really Benefits

Crypto Regulation 2025: The Shocking Truth About Who Really Benefits

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I’ve spent the last two or so years deeply immersing myself in the crypto space. To be sure, the upcoming US & EU 2025 regs are literally terrifying. Don’t buy this narrative about improving consumer protection and financial stability—that’s the smokescreen. The "shocking truth" isn't some conspiracy theory. We saw...

Japan's Bitcoin Revolution: A Boon for Artists and Web3 Creators?

Is Japan on the verge of accidentally unleashing a tsunami of creative destruction and financial liberation onto the rest of the emerging markets? I know this seems like a tall order, but hear me out. Japan’s regulatory change to officially recognize Bitcoin as a financial product. This step is a...

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Mainstream Moment?

Donald Trump Jr.’s scheduled keynote address at KBW2025 is raising eyebrows and inspiring intense discussion across the Web3 ecosystem. He’s just a high-profile guy shaking things up in the crypto world. His presence further exemplifies the increasing importance of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the traditional economy. Does...

KBW2025: Is Trump Jr. Web3's Trojan Horse or its Savior?

Donald Trump Jr. at Korea Blockchain Week? It's a head-scratcher, isn't it? About as easy as locating a MAGA hat at a Burning Man soirée. Before we put this down as just another short-lived publicity stunt, let’s take a closer look at what this could IoTally Web3 means. Cynical ploy...

Civitas Goes Immutable: Faster, Cheaper, and Gas-Free Trading!

Civitas is making a massive leap into the future of blockchain gaming, so join us! As an official partner of Immutable’s, our competitive game officially migrated from Ethereum to the Immutable zkEVM. This change will transform the Civitas experience for players all over the world. This new transition brings with...

Civitas' Immutable Leap: A Win for Emerging Artists in Web3?

I think back to visiting a small art collective in Yangon just a few years ago. It was a time when the energy was electric, the talent readily evident, but the artists themselves were suffering. They were making amazing digital art and wanted to access the global NFT market. Those...

Kazakhstan's Web3 Gamble: Genius Move or Regulatory Minefield?

Kazakhstan is taking a significant step in the Web3 direction with the establishment of the Solana Economic Zone Kazakhstan (SEZ KZ). This decision would catapult the country into the forefront of Central Asian tech hubs or turn into a blundering bet with heavy repercussions. Let's be frank: this isn’t just...

ProCap's Billion-Dollar Bitcoin Bet: Genius Move or Regulatory Minefield?

ProCap’s billion-dollar Bitcoin play, made possible by taking the company public through a SPAC merger with Columbus Circle Capital, is nothing if not audacious. It's a statement. A great big middle finger, I suppose, to the established financial universe. Anthony Pompaliano, Bitcoin bull and crypto entrepreneur. He is taking a...

5 Ways MiCA Fuels Europe's Crypto Art Boom While US Stalls

Let’s face it, the crypto art world is booming. It’s a great sign that digital artists are getting their long-overdue recognition. They are establishing tangible careers, reaching audiences across the world in ways we could have never fathomed just years ago. Here's the thing: that explosion is happening much faster...