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America’s crypto renaissance is already failing; but we can fix it
Opinion by: Shane Molidor, Founder, ForgdFor years, launching a crypto project in the United States has been a maze of uncertainty. Legal ambiguity and a hostile regulatory environment have driven founders offshore, turning places like Switzerland and the Cayman Islands into global hubs for blockchain innovation.With Trump’s election, things finally started to change, with a US administration openly declaring its...
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Indonesia suspends Sam Altman’s World project over suspicious activity
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s digital identity project, World, formerly known as Worldcoin, faces challenges in Indonesia after local regulators temporarily suspended its registration certificates.The Indonesian Ministry of Communications and Digital (Komdigi) has halted the Electronic System Operator Certificate Registration (TDPSE) for World and World ID over suspicious activity and alleged registration violations, the...
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Notcoin says tap-to-earn ‘probably dead’ as Telegram games see shift
Notcoin, one of the most prominent Web3 gaming projects of 2024, said the tap-to-earn genre is “probably dead” as Web3 gaming shifts to more fun and engaging projects.During Token2049 in Dubai, Notcoin co-founders Sasha and Vladimir Plotvinov, along with Uliana Salo, the head of design and product lead for NotGames, spoke with Cointelegraph about the state of Telegram-based Web3 gaming.Vladimir told Cointelegraph that...
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Ether-Bitcoin 'Squeeze' Hints at Imminent Volatility as Ethereum Pectra Upgrade Nears
Ethereum's Pectra upgrade, set for May 7, aims to improve scalability and may impact market activity.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:How cybercriminals are exploiting digital twins to scam crypto users
What is a digital twin? A digital twin is a virtual model or replica of a physical object, system or process. It’s like a digital mirror, allowing us to simulate, monitor and predict the behavior of real-world entities in real-time.These virtual counterparts are designed to pull data from physical sensors or inputs, providing a continuous feedback loop that helps with analysis, optimization and decision-making. Digital...
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Donald Trump Denies Claims of Profiting From TRUMP Token
The TRUMP token is up 20% over the last month, according to market data.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Solana Quietly Fixes Bug That Could Have Let Attackers Mint and Steal Certain Tokens
A sophisticated attacker could forge invalid proofs that the on-chain verifier would still accept. This would have allowed unauthorized actions such as minting unlimited tokens or withdrawing tokens from other accounts.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Kyrgyzstan's Gold-Backed Dollar Pegged Stablecoin USDKG to Debut in Q3
The stablecoin will be backed by $500 million in gold from the Kyrgyz Ministry of Finance, with plans to expand reserves to $2 billion.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Senator Warren Calls $2B Trump-UAE Deal 'Shady,' Urges Against Senate Crypto Legislation
Senator Warren says the Senate’s stablecoin bill would let the president “profit” off his own crypto as foreign powers buy in.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Vitalik Wants To Speed Up Ethereum By 100x, Make it as 'Simple as Bitcoin'
The proposed shift in architecture could simplify Ethereum while enhancing its zero-knowledge capabilities.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Dubai Family Office to Invest $8.8B to Turn the Maldives Into a Blockchain Hub
Gulf investors are betting on digital assets in a tourism-reliant island nation, as the Maldives seeks to diversify its economy.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:French Police Rescue Kidnapped Father of Crypto Millionaire: Reports
Five suspects were arrested after severing a victim's finger in the latest "wrench attack" involving attempts at crypto extortion.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Arizona Governor Nixes Bitcoin Bill, Companion Crypto Fund Still in Limbo
Arizona’s Governor has vetoed a bill that would have allowed public retirement funds to invest up to 10% in Bitcoin.
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Announcing the Ethereum Season of Internships
Every year, the Ethereum ecosystem welcomes thousands of builders through community events, hackathons, courses, bootcamps, and campus clubs. However, many newcomers struggle to remain engaged, as they face challenges securing structured early-career opportunities. The Ethereum Season of Internships directly addresses this retention gap by creating a coordinated collection of internship...
Published on: May 05, 2025 | Source:Kidnapped dad of crypto businessman freed from ransom attempt: Report
The father of an unnamed crypto entrepreneur was freed by police in Paris, France, during a law enforcement raid of the property where the man was held captive for ransom over several days.According to reporting from Le Monde, the May 3 raid resulted in five arrests. Local outlet Le Parisien also said the kidnappers demanded between 5 million and 7 million euros, or up to $7.9 million, to release the captive...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:U.S. stablecoin regulation could be delayed as pro-crypto Democrats pull support
A group of nine Democratic Senators announced that they will withdraw their support for the landmark U.S. stablecoin legislation unless changes are made to the bill. In a joint statement issued on May 3, the Senators noted that there are several issues with the current version of the stablecoin bill known as the Guiding and […] The post U.S. stablecoin regulation could be delayed as pro-crypto Democrats pull support...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Bitcoin Traders’ Favorite Lottery Ticket for the First Half of the Year — The $300K BTC Call
"There are always folks that want the hyperinflation hedge," one observer said, explaining the solid open interest build up in the $300K call option expiring on June 26.
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:This Week in Crypto Games: Gala Kills 'Walking Dead', 'Flappy Bird' Flaps Away From Crypto
Looking for the latest on crypto games, including new releases, token launches and airdrops, and more? Here's what you need to know.
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Saylor signals impending Bitcoin purchase following Q1 earnings call
Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor hinted at an impending Bitcoin (BTC) purchase, marking the fourth consecutive week of purchases by the BTC treasury company.The company's most recent acquisition occurred on April 28 when Strategy purchased 15,355 BTC, valued at over $1.4 billion at the time, bringing the company's total holdings to 553,555 BTC.According to data from SaylorTracker, Strategy is up approximately 39% on...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Trezor Safe 5 Review: A Flagship Hardware Crypto Wallet With Haptic Touchscreen Smarts
The Trezor Safe 5 is a safe and simple-to-use crypto wallet that's ideal for beginners, but secure and supported enough for seasoned traders.
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Is this the end of Bitcoin DeFi?
Opinion by: Markus Bopp, CEO of TAP ProtocolNot long ago, the idea of Bitcoin as a government-backed reserve asset seemed like a stretch. The US Federal Reserve’s move to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve marks a clear turning point. Once dismissed as a speculative asset or niche investment, Bitcoin is increasingly being treated by some governments and financial institutions as a national store of value.This...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Bitcoin eyes $95K retest as traders brace for Fed rate cut volatility
Key points:Bitcoin attacks liquidity clustered close to spot price into the weekly close.Market commentators eye significant BTC price levels below $95,000. The Fed’s upcoming interest rate decision is the key macro event to watch next week.Bitcoin (BTC) fell toward $95,000 into the May 4 weekly close as traders braced for more macro-induced downside.BTC/USD 1-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewBTC price...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Chart of the Week: '10x Money Multiplier' for Bitcoin Could Take Wall Street by Storm
Publicly traded firms relentlessly buying bitcoin for their balance sheet could result in 'significant buy pressure.'
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:TRON’s X account hacked in the latest social engineering attack
The organization behind one of the world’s largest blockchain networks confirmed that TRON’s X account was compromised on May 2, 2025, in a targeted social engineering attack. The breach lasted from 9:25 A.M. PST, when an unauthorized party published a post containing a suspicious contract address. The hacker then proceeded to send direct messages (DMs) […] The post TRON’s X account hacked in the latest social...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:The Biggest Games Releasing in May 2025
The month of May is light on AAA hits, but still brings claymation horror and a Doom prequel with a skull-crushing gun.
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:‘Everything is lining up’ — Tokenization is having its breakout moment
Tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) is evolving from an abstract concept to a practical financial tool as institutional players increasingly test and deploy blockchain-based infrastructure at scale.This past week alone saw a flurry of announcements from both traditional financial institutions and blockchain-native firms advancing their RWA initiatives.On April 30, BlackRockfiled to create a digital ledger...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Why DeFi agents need a private brain
The following is a guest post and opinion of Matej Janež, Head of Partnerships at Oasis. At EthDenver earlier this year, one topic kept coming up again and again: AI and autonomous AI Agents. That excitement has carried over into other crypto conferences as the year has gone on. There is good reason for the […] The post Why DeFi agents need a private brain appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Binance to launch crypto payments in Kyrgyzstan with new partnership
Binance has signed a memorandum of understanding(MOU)with Kyrgyzstan’s National Agency for Investments to introduce crypto payment infrastructure and blockchain education in the country.The MoU was formalized during the inaugural meeting of the Council for the Development of Digital Assets, attended by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov, the exchange said in a May 4 press release.As part of the agreement, Binance will...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Pro-crypto Democrats pull support for stablecoin bill in last minute
A group of US Senate Democrats known for supporting the crypto industry have said they would oppose a Republican-led stablecoin bill if it moves forward in its current form.The move threatens to stall legislation that could establish the first US regulatory framework for stablecoins, according to a May 3 report from Politico.Per the report, nine Senate Democrats said in a joint statement that the bill “still has...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Bitcoiners blast Arizona governor’s ‘ignorance’ after Bitcoin bill veto
Bitcoiners and United States government officials have criticized Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs’ decision to veto a bill that would have allowed the state to hold Bitcoin as part of its official reserves.“This will age poorly,” Casa co-founder and cypherpunk Jameson Lopp said in a May 3 X post. Bitcoin (BTC) entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano said, “Imagine the ignorance of a politician to believe they can make investment...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Solana’s moment is good for Ethereum and Web3
The following is a guest post and opinion from Hart Lambur,Co-Founder of RIsk Labs (UMA and Across). Solana’s recent growth didn’t come at Ethereum’s expense. It expanded the total crypto user base. Instead of pulling users away from Ethereum, Solana served as a gateway for new entrants into web3. With fast transactions and low fees, […] The post Solana’s moment is good for Ethereum and Web3 appeared first on...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:OKX fires back at Tron's Justin Sun over mysterious 'freeze notice'
OKX founder and CEO Star Xu has publicly defended the crypto exchange after Tron founder Justin Sun accused it of failing to act on a law enforcement request to freeze stolen funds following a recent hack of Tron’s official X account.“OKX also has consumers protection policy according to law, we can’t freeze a customer’s funds according to your personal X post or an oral communication. I think you should understand it...
Published on: May 04, 2025 | Source:Vitalik Buterin wants to make Ethereum ‘as simple as Bitcoin’ by 2030
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin believes that the blockchain’s long-term resilience and scalability hinge on making it simple, like Bitcoin. In a blog post on May 3, he described how “Ethereum 5 years from now can become close to as simple as Bitcoin.” Buterin wrote: “One of the best things about Bitcoin is how beautifully simple […] The post Vitalik Buterin wants to make Ethereum ‘as simple as Bitcoin’ by 2030...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:Warren Buffett to step down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO by year's end
Warren Buffett, the CEO of publicly traded investment company Berkshire Hathaway, announced at the company's annual shareholder meeting that he will step down by the end of 2025, and his chosen successor will take over as CEO, pending approval from Berkshire's board of directors.According to CNBC, Buffett reiterated that Greg Abel, the company's vice chairman of non-insurance operations, who was previously named by...
Published on: May 03, 2025 | Source:In crypto, privacy simply isn’t simple enough
The following is a guest post and opinion by Adam Gągol, Co-founder ofAleph Zero. It’s often said that if you want something done, make it easy to do. This truism runs across disciplines from marketing to sales. Perhaps it has never been more true than in crypto, with ten centralized exchanges accounting for 90% of […] The post In crypto, privacy simply isn’t simple enough appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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