Category: crypto

Polygon Labs CEO acknowledges bias against Indian co-founder affecting network’s growth. However, Sandeep Nailwal emphasizes the importance of innovation and collaboration over confrontation.

VanEck has extended the zero-fee waiver for its HODL Bitcoin ETF to $2.5 billion or 2026. It is the only Bitcoin ETF with no fees, attracting significant inflows as interest in crypto-related products continues to rise.

High Bitcoin funding rates indicate a leveraged and bullish market. The increase in speculative trader activity may have contributed to Bitcoin’s November rally. Volatility in volume-weighted funding rates suggests market uncertainty.

Financial services firm Cantor Fitzgerald is exploring a program with stablecoin issuer Tether to allow clients to borrow dollars against Bitcoin collateral. The firm plans to lend against Bitcoin starting with $2 billion, potentially increasing to tens of billions. Cantor Fitzgerald has deep ties with Tether, and its CEO Howard Lutnick is expected to provide…

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson is threatening legal action over the exclusion of Cardano from the Wyoming Stablecoin project. The Wyoming Stable Token Commission has been accused of favoring certain blockchains and lacking transparency in its selection process. Hoskinson believes that Cardano’s exclusion violates Wyoming’s procurement laws and could harm the state’s blockchain ecosystem. He is…

El Salvador is considering renting out its volcanoes for Bitcoin mining, utilizing geothermal energy. President Bukele’s proposal aims to attract global miners to cut costs and position the country as a leader in Bitcoin adoption. El Salvador currently holds over 6,000 BTC, with an unrealized profit exceeding $168 million.

Bitcoin has pushed financial innovation with its distributed digital ledger, offering transparency and an alternative to banking. Hard forks have led to new versions like Bitcoin Cash and Bitcoin SV, but none have come close to Bitcoin’s market cap. Despite security risks, Bitcoin remains the most secure cryptocurrency, with hard forks struggling to gain traction.

Bitcoin is close to reaching $100,000, leading to gains in altcoins. Ethereum’s price increased by 3.25% to $3,424.59, with weekly gains surpassing Bitcoin. Other altcoins, such as Solana, Dogecoin, and XRP, also experienced gains. Cardano, Avalanche, Tron, and other altcoins saw significant growth over the past month. Altcoins typically rally when Bitcoin prices rise.

The Blockchain Association sent a letter to president-elect Donald Trump and Congress outlining five priorities for the first 100 days of Trump’s administration. They called for an overhaul of leadership at the SEC, IRS, and Treasury Department, consistent taxation of digital assets, and the establishment of a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. They also called for…

Leo Li, CVO and Chief Growth Officer at CARV, discusses how Off The Grid is a mainstream moment in web3 gaming by integrating blockchain features in the background. The game’s success highlights the importance of simplicity and accessibility in blockchain gaming. Developers must prioritize great gameplay and seamless blockchain integration to drive mass adoption in…