Tag: cryptocurrency

Is Solana's 'Free' Game Pass Really Free? The Hidden Costs

Is Solana's 'Free' Game Pass Really Free? The Hidden Costs

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"Free." That’s the siren song tempting users to Solana’s new Game Pass NFT, which offers early access to games and crypto rewards. So that “free” cruise you won is exciting until you realize it includes a $5,000 “port fee.” Okay, so is this Game Pass actually free, then? Let's dig...

Beyond Bitcoin: 4 Trending Cryptos to Watch (and Why)

Beyond Bitcoin: 4 Trending Cryptos to Watch (and Why)

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The crypto world moves quickly, and new projects and technologies are being introduced daily. Even if Bitcoin isn’t going anywhere, a new wave of alternative cryptocurrencies, or “altcoins,” is on the rise. Beyond BTC and ETH, these altcoins provide promising features, distinct use cases, and robust investment opportunities that greatly...

JetBolt Presale Exceeds $3.2 Million, Pioneering Zero-Gas Transactions in Web3

JetBolt Presale Exceeds $3.2 Million, Pioneering Zero-Gas Transactions in Web3

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JetBolt is already making waves in the cryptocurrency space with its unique zero-gas transaction technology. JetGPT token project presale has already exceeded the $3.2 million milestone, with more than 349 million JetBolt tokens sold. This milestone is a testament to the deep interest in JetBolt’s potential to deliver blazing-fast transactions...

Forget Bitcoin? These 4 Cryptos Are Empowering Southeast Asian Artists Now

Forget Bitcoin? These 4 Cryptos Are Empowering Southeast Asian Artists Now

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Bitcoin had its moment. We all know about the hype, the Lambo dreams, and the fly by night promises of a new decentralized future. Bitcoin’s price has returned to its rollercoaster ride. In reality, something of far greater importance is taking place in Southeast Asia. Put aside dreams of get-rich-quick...

Binance's $4.3B Turnaround: From Foe to Crypto Regulation Ally?

Binance's $4.3B Turnaround: From Foe to Crypto Regulation Ally?

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Binance, once in the crosshairs of global regulators, is now strategically positioning itself as an advisor to nations seeking to establish crypto-friendly regulatory frameworks. This change represents a huge departure from the principles of the crypto universe. The exchange is now drawing on that experience — in addition to its...

.BCH Domains: Bitcoin Cash Makes Crypto Payments Easy!

.BCH Domains: Bitcoin Cash Makes Crypto Payments Easy!

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Cryptocurrency can seem intimidating as if moving through a dark cave filled with dangerous alphanumeric wallet addresses. Sending BCH shouldn’t mean you have to copy and paste 26 character strings. This is where .BCH domains come in, an innovative and intuitive solution that’s purpose-built to make Bitcoin Cash transactions simple...

Is .BCH the Key to Unlocking Bitcoin Cash's True Potential?

Is .BCH the Key to Unlocking Bitcoin Cash's True Potential?

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The buzz around .BCH domains is undeniable. Simplified payments, greater security, widespread adoption – that’s the pitch. Slow down, just one second. We can only hope, but is this the real deal, or just another shiny object to dazzle us while more pressing problems remain? Herewith, then, are a few...

Binance Writes Rules? Southeast Asia's Artists Risk Being Left Behind Again

Binance Writes Rules? Southeast Asia's Artists Risk Being Left Behind Again

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Indeed, Binance recently reached a historic $4.3 billion settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice. Is the firm today writing the playbook for how to succeed in the world of crypto? And if so, who really benefits? Otherwise, Richard Teng, CEO of Binance Asia, extending praise to the United...

Crypto's Dirty Secret: Are These 'Hot' Coins a Regulatory Nightmare?

Crypto's Dirty Secret: Are These 'Hot' Coins a Regulatory Nightmare?

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So, you’re looking to invest in the next Bitcoin, eh? JBOLT, HBAR, KAS, SUI – the names are all the rage, heralding the new wave of innovation and profit. But before you dive headfirst into these "hot trending cryptos," let's talk about something far less sexy but infinitely more crucial:...

Binance's $4.3B Comeback: Is Crypto Regulation Now a Pay-to-Play Game?

Binance's $4.3B Comeback: Is Crypto Regulation Now a Pay-to-Play Game?

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Let's be blunt. Seeing Binance, fresh off a $4.3 billion settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, now advising governments on crypto regulation feels less like a redemption arc and more like a well-funded PR stunt. Are we really supposed to believe that a slap on the wrist erases past...

DeGods Founder Steps Down! What's Next for the NFT Project?

So DeGods NFT project is at a really interesting inflection point. DeGoogled now Immutable CEO Rohun Vora, better known by his pseudonym DeGods, has resigned as CEO after three years running the ship. Leadership is changing. Reinforcing that trend, DeGods NFT sales are blasting off, particularly on Ethereum. This shift...

DeGods' Drama Signals NFT Market's Maturation Or Just Another Exit Scam?

Frank's out. Rohun Vora, the figure who became the face of DeGods, is leaving his role. After three years, he’s passing the reins over to 0x_chill and Pastagotsauce. Fine. People move on. The timing reeks. On that fourth front, Solana sales have increased 101%. At the same time, Ethereum sales...

DeGods' Frank Out! Can New Leadership Revive the NFT Project?

Frank DeGods, the face and CEO of the DeGods NFT project, has stepped down after three years at the helm. His departure presents a turning point for the highly criticized project. While DOT’s fate hangs in the balance, could this agency be revitalized by new leadership? This comes after a...

DeGods' Frank Exit: A Warning Sign for Web3's 'Cult of Personality'?

Frank DeGods is out. Poof. And just like that, one of the most iconic characters of the NFT space has departed. While some are celebrating fresh blood and a new direction for DeGods, I can't help but see this as a flashing neon sign screaming about a problem festering within...

DeGods' Founder Quits: Is This the End of NFT Hype or a Smart Pivot?

Frank DeGods is out. After three years at the helm of DeGods, Rohun Vora has stepped down, leaving many in the NFT space scratching their heads. 0x_chill and Pastagotsauce are both really at the helm—that’s a part of what has made these communities powerful. Sales are booming on both Solana...

SEC's Crypto Overhaul: Will It Unleash Southeast Asia's Web3 Potential?

Paul Atkins' call for a crypto policy overhaul at the SEC isn't just about Wall Street. It's about the forgotten voices of Southeast Asia. While the US debates becoming the "crypto capital," a vibrant Web3 revolution is already brewing in the region, and the SEC's actions could either fuel its...

Atkins' SEC Promise: Is 'Regulation by Enforcement' Really Ending?

What new SEC Chair Paul Atkins has in mind is nothing short of a revolution – a simple yet bold US crypto asset policy modernization. His commitment? To stop regulation by enforcement and bring in an age of clear, observable rulemaking. It sounds fantastic, doesn't it? Almost as good feeling...

SEC's Crypto Overhaul: Atkins Vows End to 'Regulation by Enforcement'

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been under fire for its regulatory approach to the cryptocurrency space. Critics call its approach to enforcement “regulation by enforcement.” SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, better known as “Crypto Mom,” has been calling for a more sensible and visionary regulatory approach. She is not...