Tag: investment risks

Justin Sun's Risky Game: Is Tron's Public Debut a Red Flag?

Justin Sun's Risky Game: Is Tron's Public Debut a Red Flag?

• Commentary

Here's the thing: Justin Sun's history isn't exactly a spotless record of regulatory compliance. When I first heard that Tron was going public through a reverse merger with SRM Entertainment, skepticism was my initial reaction. This excitement didn’t so much as flicker in my mind. And frankly, yours should be...

Crypto Project Failures Exceed 1.8 Million in 2025, CoinGecko Reports

Crypto Project Failures Exceed 1.8 Million in 2025, CoinGecko Reports

• NFT Drops

According to a new report from CoinGecko, the full scale of the crypto sector’s failure is truly staggering. As of early 2025, over 1.8 million crypto enterprises had stopped operating. This alarming statistic further highlights the unpredictable and dangerous state of the digital asset environment. This news arrives amidst ongoing...

Walking Dead NFT Game's End: A Warning Sign for Crypto's 'Indestructible' Promises?

Walking Dead NFT Game's End: A Warning Sign for Crypto's 'Indestructible' Promises?

• Commentary

Walkers aren’t the only ones misleadingly expiring in The Walking Dead universe. Gala Games' decision to shutter "The Walking Dead: Empires" on July 31, 2025, isn't just the end of a zombie-themed NFT game. Beneath the surface — literally — it’s a chilling premonition of the potential pitfalls lurking within...

Rent the Runway's Gamble: Is Doubling Down Enough?

Rent the Runway's Gamble: Is Doubling Down Enough?

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Rent the Runway. RTR. That was what everyone thought would be the future of fashion, no? Dump the closet congestion, adopt limitless fashion, help save the environment—all while looking gorgeous. Recently, RTR has appeared to test the waters of several styles. It’s obviously in search of the best match made...

Bitcoin's May Surge A Trap? The Uncomfortable Truth About Political Influence

Bitcoin's May Surge A Trap? The Uncomfortable Truth About Political Influence

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We're all seeing the headlines. Bitcoin’s dominance is on the offensive once again. ETF inflows are strong, and the next halving will surely catapult us to the moon! May is certainly the hottest month, no? Maybe. But hold on just a minute now. Are we truly grasping what’s going on...

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...

5 Ways This Crypto Bill Empowers Southeast Asian Artists, Not Wall Street

Let’s be honest, when you hear about crypto regulation, your first thought probably isn't Southeast Asian artists finding new avenues for creative expression. Surely visions of Wall Street honchos and inscrutable derivatives dance in your head. Well, what if I told you that the Senate’s Banking Committee just released their...

Crypto's 'Light-Touch' Regulation Gamble Will It Protect You?

The Senate Committee’s proposed “light-touch” regulatory framework for crypto is a long high-stakes poker game. Are we all truly holding a winning hand, or are we collectively bluffing our way into a future financial crisis? It’s a question every investor, every innovator, and frankly, every citizen should want to know....

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Punk Rock Moment or Sellout?

Or I think about Nandar, a wonderful Burmese artist that I met in Yangon, sharing with me her latest NFT collection. Each work exploded with vivid imagery, bravely fighting back against the junta’s repressive hold. She began selling them directly to supporters around the world, allowing her to cleverly sidestep...

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...

Schiff's Crypto Ban: Is He Protecting Us or Silencing Innovation?

Senator Adam Schiff's proposed crypto ban, the COIN Act, aimed at preventing the President (read: Donald Trump) from dabbling in digital assets, raises a critical question: Is this genuine protection against corruption, or a veiled attempt to stifle innovation, especially for emerging markets? Let's be real, the optics are terrible....

Immutable's Gamble: Will Gas-Free Trading Save Web3 Gaming?

Yet the hype around Web3 gaming is real, offering gamers true digital ownership and player-driven economies. Let’s get real: that promise usually meets a very different fate. High gas fees and a clunky user experience can quickly derail those intentions. Immutable is taking a big bet with its zkEVM and...