Tag: regulatory

Is OpenSea's Comeback a Regulatory Mirage? 3 SEC Red Flags Remain

Is OpenSea's Comeback a Regulatory Mirage? 3 SEC Red Flags Remain

• Commentary

OpenSea's back, baby! They’ve reclaimed the NFT marketplace throne, beating Blur, Magic Eden, and OKX NFTs into a pulp. More than 40% of the entire NFT trading volume passes through their marketplace platform. In just the last month, a stunning 70% of wallets made at least one active transaction on...

Nigeria's Web3 Ecosystem Shows Promise Amidst Regulatory Uncertainty and Funding Challenges

Nigeria's Web3 Ecosystem Shows Promise Amidst Regulatory Uncertainty and Funding Challenges

• Web3 Projects

Nigeria’s Web3 ecosystem has proven impressive resilience and promise, pulling in $130 million in total funding. Despite this, the ecosystem is up against major obstacles, such as a tough regulatory environment and investor wariness. A look at the Nigeria Web3 ecosystem Recent data paints an optimistic yet challenging picture of...

SEC's El Salvador Visit: Genuine Collaboration or a Regulatory Power Play?

SEC's El Salvador Visit: Genuine Collaboration or a Regulatory Power Play?

• Commentary

Just this month, the SEC made a trip to El Salvador to help establish a “cross-border regulatory sandbox.” This beautiful collaborative effort is just the tip of the iceberg. If so, are these examples of true collaboration? Or, are we really trying to prevent the U.S. from imposing its will...

CZ's Crypto Comeback: From Binance Exit to Global Regulatory Influence

CZ's Crypto Comeback: From Binance Exit to Global Regulatory Influence

• Regulation

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of Binance, the company that is arguably the reincarnation of Mt. He had already stepped down as CEO in November 2023, but now he’s back on the offensive. This notable departure was included in an overall $4.3 billion settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)....

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 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' New Dawn: Can Decentralization Save NFTs From Themselves?

Frank DeGods is out. Realistic goals Two pseudonymous figures we’re calling @0x_chill and @pastagotsauce are all the way in. The NFT world holds its breath. Beyond the leadership shuffle, a more profound question looms: can decentralization really finally save NFTs from the very problems that plague them? Beyond that, will...

Solana's New Tokens: Are Whales Manipulating HOTMOM, DOOD, and IKUN?

In short, are we just seeing Wild West 2.0, but on Solana blockchain this time? Assets such as HOTMOM, DOOD, and IKUN soared in the third week of May 2025. Their increase has been astronomical to say the least. But behind the flashy headlines and impressive daily transaction volumes, a...

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...

DeGods Founder Steps Down: Is This Web3's Southeast Asia Moment?

Frank DeGods is out. 0x_chill and Pastagotsauce are in. Sales are up. To be frank, who gives a hoot about the inner workings of yet another NFT project. Unless this season of change in leadership is indicative of something much more. Something that could finally unlock the potential of Web3...

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...