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Movement Labs Leverages ERC-3643 Fir Complaint RWA Tokenization
https://thedefiant.io/news/tokens/movement-labs-leverages-erc-3643-fir-complaint-rwa-tokenization
Published: October 22, 2024 13:00
Movement Network will become the first non-EVM network to integrate ERC-3643.
Sky To Consider Reverting Back To MakerDAO Branding
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/sky-to-consider-reverting-back-to-makerdao-branding
Published: October 22, 2024 09:48
Skyâs co-founder said the recent rebrand has caused confusion within its community.
Is Saylorism Dead? Microstrategy CEO Goes 180 On His Bitcoin Stance
https://thedefiant.io/news/people/is-saylorism-dead-microstrategy-ceo-goes-180-on-his-bitcoin-stance
Published: October 21, 2024 20:55
He claimed people who self-custody are âparanoid crypto anarchistsâ and that the government would never seize coins held on centralized platforms.
Scroll to Airdrop SCR Tokens on October 22
https://thedefiant.io/news/blockchains/scroll-to-airdrop-scr-tokens-on-october-22
Published: October 21, 2024 20:43
The airdrop event will distribute 5.5% of Scrollâs token supply to nearly 600,000 eligible wallets.
Ethereum Outperforms Bitcoin Despite Sluggish ETF Flows
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/ethereum-outperforms-bitcoin-despite-sluggish-etf-flows
Published: October 21, 2024 20:23
ETH is up 8% in the past two weeks versus BTCâs 5%.
Apecoin and BAYC NFTs Rally on ApeChain Launch
https://thedefiant.io/news/nfts-and-web3/apecoin-and-bayc-nfts-rally-on-apechain-launch
Published: October 21, 2024 18:43
APE is up more than 100% in the past two days.
Crypto Markets Erase Weekend Gains as Rising Treasury Yields Dampen Risk Assets
Published: October 21, 2024 17:52
Bitcoin and Ethereum caught a boost over the weekend after the SEC approved options trading for Bitcoin ETFs.
Blockchain Infra Provider Lava Network Unveils âIndustry Firstâ Incentive Structure
Published: October 21, 2024 17:07
Supported blockchains will gradually pay out $1 million in their native tokens to Lava contributors.
Vitalik Says 'The Scourge' Will Tackle Ethereum's Centralization Threats
Published: October 21, 2024 15:36
The Scourge aims to address issues associated with large entities capturing ETH staking rewards and Ethereum block production.
Maple Finance Prepares for Syrup Token Launch
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/maple-finance-prepares-for-syrup-token-launch
Published: October 21, 2024 15:24
The SYRUP token will be officially released on November 13.
PumpFun Teases Token and Launches Unveils 'Advance' Platform
https://thedefiant.io/news/tokens/pumpfun-teases-token-and-launches-unveils-advance-platform
Published: October 21, 2024 13:12
PumpFun confirmed it plans to airdrop a token to early users in the future.
Centrifuge Integrates Fireblocks RWA Custody
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/centrifuge-integrates-fireblocks-rwa-custody
Published: October 21, 2024 12:30
The partnership makes Centrifuge available to Fireblocksâ 2,000 institutional counterparties.
Pump.Fun Metrics Shatter All-Time Highs Again
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/pump-fun-metrics-shatter-all-time-highs-again
Published: October 18, 2024 20:36
Activity on the Solana launchpad is at new highs as the âmemecoin supercycleâ carries on.
World Network Launches Ethereum Layer 2 'World Chain'
https://thedefiant.io/news/blockchains/world-network-launches-ethereum-layer-2-world-chain
Published: October 18, 2024 20:11
The World Network touts over 6.9 million verified users.
New Ethereum dGEN1 Mobile Phone Enters the Crypto Smartphone Wars
Published: October 18, 2024 19:48
The device uses Ethereum as an operating system to allow for dApp interactions.
Bittensor Launches Smart Contracts and Ethereum Compatibility
https://thedefiant.io/news/blockchains/bittensor-launches-smart-contracts-and-ethereum-compatibility
Published: October 18, 2024 18:57
Bittensorâs TAO token has more than doubled in the past month.
EigenLayer's X Account Hacked, Fake $EIGEN Airdrop Scam Causes $1 Million in Losses
Published: October 18, 2024 18:47
EigenLayer's official X (formerly Twitter) account has been compromised and is being used to promote a fake airdrop of its $EIGEN token, according to multiple online reports
Singapore's Largest Bank DBS Launches Token Services for Blockchain-Based Banking
Published: October 18, 2024 18:47
DBS Bank, the largest bank in Singapore by assets under management (AUM), has introduced a new suite of services called 'Token Services'
Fed's Waller: Stablecoins May Benefit Payment Systems, DeFi Could Complement Centralized Finance, Bullish Outlook
Published: October 18, 2024 18:46
Federal Reserve Governor Chris Waller has made significant statements regarding the role of stablecoins and decentralized finance (DeFi) in the financial system
BlackRock in Talks with Binance to Use BUIDL Token as Futures Collateral
Published: October 18, 2024 18:46
BlackRock is in discussions with global cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, to use its BUIDL token as collateral for futures trading
AI Meme Coins Emerge as New Trend in Crypto Market
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/ai-meme-coins-emerge-new-trend-crypto-market-c6382fd4
Published: October 18, 2024 18:46
AI meme coins are emerging as a new trend in the cryptocurrency market
Bitcoin's Price Surge Continues, Approaches $70,000 US
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/bitcoin-s-price-surge-continues-approaches-70000-us-72fc0bcc
Published: October 18, 2024 18:46
Bitcoin's price surge continues unabated, with the cryptocurrency approaching the $70,000 US mark
Crypto Markets Rally as Bitcoin ETFs Surpass $20 Billion Milestone
Published: October 18, 2024 17:07
Dogecoin has soared 15% in the past 24 hours as Bitcoin approaches $69,000.
TapiocaDAO Token Plunges 95% After Hack
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/tapiocadao-token-plunges-95-after-hack
Published: October 18, 2024 16:55
The projectâs deployer was exploited through downloaded malware, according to Cyvers.
Solv Launches Bitcoin Liquid Staking Token On Solana
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/solv-launches-bitcoin-liquid-staking-token-on-solana
Published: October 18, 2024 11:55
The token offers hedged exposure to liquidity provider positions on the Jupiter DEX aggregator to generate BTC-denominated yield.
Polymarket U.S. Election Odds Diverge Sharply from Traditional Polls
Published: October 18, 2024 10:43
Some say itâs a gender issue, while others believe a single entity is skewing Polymarket.
Polymarket Surpasses $1B Monthly Trading Volume, Driven by U.S. Election Betting
Published: October 18, 2024 10:29
The platform hosted record daily volume of $98.4 million on Oct. 7.
SECâs Ripple Appeal Makes No Attempt To Classify XRP As A Security
Published: October 18, 2024 08:46
The SEC wants the court to reexamine XRP sales carried out by Ripple and its executives using exchanges.
Fantom Ecosystem Activity Picks Up Ahead of Sonic Labs Rebrand
Published: October 18, 2024 07:04
The Layer 1 network is enjoying a moderate resurgence as it prepares to rebrand.
Ethereum Layer 2 Shape Launches Mainnet with Notable NFT Artist Mints
Published: October 17, 2024 20:26
Popular NFT artists XCOPY, DeafBeef, and Deekay Motion have all launched collections on the chain.
Vitalik Outlines Ethereumâs Road to 100,000 TPS
https://thedefiant.io/news/blockchains/vitalik-outlines-ethereum-s-road-to-100-000-tps
Published: October 17, 2024 19:43
In a new post, Ethereumâs chief scientist laid out his vision for scaling the ecosystem beyond 100,000 transactions per second.
PayPal's PYUSD Stablecoin Market Cap Plummets 40% to $618 Million Amid Solana Decline
Published: October 17, 2024 18:41
PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin has experienced a significant decline in market capitalization, dropping 40% from its August high of over $1 billion to $618 million
Swarm Markets Tokenizes 1 Ounce Gold Bars on Bitcoin Blockchain for First Time
Published: October 17, 2024 18:41
Swarm Markets has launched a groundbreaking initiative by tokenizing 1 ounce physical gold bars on the Bitcoin blockchain
CME Bitcoin Futures Open Interest Hits All-Time High of 179,745 BTC, Totaling $20 Billion
Published: October 17, 2024 18:41
CME's open interest in Bitcoin futures has reached new notional all-time highs, closing at 179,745 BTC on October 17, 2024
Memecoins Dominate 2024 Crypto Market Amid Financial Populism Trend, Led by 'Big Four'
Published: October 17, 2024 18:41
In 2024, financial populism has emerged as a dominant theme in the cryptocurrency market
$BTC Reserves on Exchanges Hit All-Time Low Amid Potential Supply Squeeze
Published: October 17, 2024 18:39
Bitcoin ($BTC) reserves on centralized exchanges (CEXs) have reached an all-time low, signaling a potential supply squeeze
Ambient Finance Hacked, Users Warned of ETH Drain After Five Hours
Published: October 17, 2024 18:38
The website and dApp frontend of Ambient Finance have been hacked, compromising the user interface and phishing for malicious permits
Kraken Launches kBTC, a Fully Backed ERC-20 Wrapped Bitcoin with On-Chain Verification on Ethereum and Optimism
Published: October 17, 2024 18:38
Kraken, the cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million users worldwide, has launched its own wrapped Bitcoin token called kBTC
JupiterExchange Launches ApeJupiter, Solana Memecoin Terminal with 0.5% Platform Fee
Published: October 17, 2024 18:38
JupiterExchange has officially launched ApeJupiter, a new memecoin trading terminal on the Solana blockchain
JPMorgan Analysts Bullish on Crypto for 2025, Citing Trump Win and Digital Assets
Published: October 17, 2024 18:38
JPMorgan analysts have shifted to a bullish outlook on the crypto market for 2025, according to their Alternative Investments Outlook and Strategy report released Friday
Telegram Game Hamster Kombat Season 2 Introduces CEO Gameplay
Published: October 17, 2024 18:38
The popular Telegram game Hamster Kombat is set to launch its second season, introducing a new gameplay mode where players can step into the roles of CEOs running their own game studios
FBI Arrests Alabama's Eric Council for Hacking SEC's X Account with Fake Bitcoin ETF Approval
Published: October 17, 2024 18:37
An Alabama man, 25-year-old Eric Council Jr from Athens, was arrested by the FBI for allegedly hacking the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) X account on January 9, 2024
Crypto Markets Consolidate as Traders Await Next Catalyst
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/crypto-markets-consolidate-as-traders-await-next-catalyst
Published: October 17, 2024 16:56
Bitcoin dipped 1%, while Ethereum is flat. In the past 24 hours, 48,319 traders were liquidated for a total of $124 million.
Suiâs Mysten Labs Launches Walrus Data Storage Network On Testnet
Published: October 17, 2024 13:00
Walrus aims to bolster the efficiency of data storage on Sui and other blockchain networks.
Trump Company Can Claim 75% of World Liberty Financial Revenue
https://thedefiant.io/news/people/trump-company-can-claim-75-of-world-liberty-financial-revenue
Published: October 17, 2024 11:55
A company affiliated with Trump has a right to claim three-quarters of the revenue generated by the WLFI token sale and the World Liberty Financial platform.
No, The SEC Did Not Miss Its Deadline To Appeal Against Ripple Labs
Published: October 17, 2024 09:46
Despite multiple media outlets reporting that the SEC already missed a crucial filing deadline, the agency has until Oct. 18 to submit all necessary documents.
GOAT Memecoin Soars Above $300 Million Valuation
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/goat-memecoin-soars-above-usd300-million-valuation
Published: October 16, 2024 21:20
The token was endorsed by the âSentientâ AI bot, Terminal of Truths, and has led to an AI-adjacent memecoin frenzy.
a16zâs Latest Report Shows Strong Ties Between Crypto and AI Users
Published: October 16, 2024 21:06
Key takeaways from the 2024 State of Crypto report include all-time highs for usage and ZK proofs proving to be the endgame for privacy and scaling.
âSinisterâ Operation Choke Point 2.0 Still Very Much Alive, Says Nic Carter
Published: October 16, 2024 20:39
Things have stabilized, the venture capitalist told The Defiant, but thereâs still an ongoing pressure campaign against banks servicing the crypto industry.
WisdomTree Integrates Debit Services with WTGXX RWA Fund
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/wisdomtree-integrates-debit-services-with-wtgxx-rwa-fund
Published: October 16, 2024 19:47
Dubbed âEarn-Until-You-Spend,â the new feature allows debit account holders to use WTGXX holdings as a funding source.
Italy Proposes 42% Capital Gains Tax on Bitcoin
https://thedefiant.io/news/regulation/italy-proposes-42-capital-gains-tax-on-bitcoin
Published: October 16, 2024 19:20
The move would hike the tax rate from 26%.
Radiant Capital Exploited for Over $50 Million
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/radiant-capital-exploited-for-usd18-million-and-counting
Published: October 16, 2024 18:06
Ancilia Inc reported the malicious activity and recommends users revoke approvals for Radiantâs smart contracts, citing a potential backdoor contract deployment.
Coinbase Rebounds to $204, Up 28% Amid Bitcoin Surge
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/coinbase-rebounds-to-204-up-28-amid-bitcoin-surge-7af3e46a
Published: October 16, 2024 17:42
Coinbase (COIN) has experienced a significant rebound, with its stock price reaching $204, up from $140 in early August
MoonPay Partners with Bitrefill and Ripple to Enhance XRP and Crypto Services
Published: October 16, 2024 17:42
MoonPay has announced two significant partnerships aimed at enhancing its cryptocurrency services
Fuel Labs Launches Ignition Rollup Network, Mainnet Live with 21K TPS
Published: October 16, 2024 17:42
Fuel Labs has launched 'Ignition', a new rollup network with a focus on parallelization and a UTXO-based model
Bitcoin Volatility Triggers $300 Million in Liquidations, $63 Million in Long Positions, as Price Rebounds to $68,000
Published: October 16, 2024 17:42
The cryptocurrency market experienced significant volatility, with Bitcoin at the center of the action
Binance Labs Invests in Lombard's LBTC, Capturing 40% of Bitcoin LST Market
Published: October 16, 2024 17:42
Binance Labs has announced an investment in Lombard, the developer of the Bitcoin DeFi project LBTC
U.S. Bitcoin Miners Reach 29% Global Hashrate with 66% Supermajority, JPMorgan Reports
Published: October 16, 2024 17:41
U.S.-listed Bitcoin miners have reached a new milestone, accounting for 29% of the global Bitcoin network hashrate
Sei Network Launches FastUSD Stablecoin with Elixir and DragonSwap DEX Integration
Published: October 16, 2024 17:41
The Sei Network has officially launched fastUSD, a yield-bearing stablecoin integrated with Elixir and DragonSwap DEX
Bitcoin Rallies to $68,000 as Open Interest Hits Record High
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/bitcoin-rallies-to-usd68-000-as-open-interest-hits-record-high
Published: October 16, 2024 17:21
Dogecoin is up 10% as the crypto rally continues.
Trump-Backed WLFI Token Sale Raises Just $12M In 24 Hours
https://thedefiant.io/news/tokens/trump-backed-wlfi-token-sale-raises-just-usd12m-in-24-hours
Published: October 16, 2024 15:14
The WLFI token sale has attracted 10,885 unique wallet holders.
Christieâs Announces Art Auction Supporting UNHCR On Ethereum
Published: October 16, 2024 14:00
A portion of the proceeds from the week-long auction will go to the United Nations High Commissioner For Refugees.
TON Taps Axelar For First Cross-Chain Interoperability Infrastructure
Published: October 16, 2024 13:00
Axelarâs Mobius Development Stack will connect TON with 68 different blockchain networks.
Grayscale Files To Convert $520M Multi-Crypto Fund Into Spot ETF
Published: October 16, 2024 11:14
The fund notably holds SOL, XRP, and ADA.
Base Overtakes Arbitrum By DeFi TVL
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/base-overtakes-arbitrum-by-defi-tvl
Published: October 16, 2024 08:42
DeFi protocols on Base now hold more than $2.57 billion worth of assets.
New Bitcoin Block Explorer Feature Has Maxis Complaining Again
Published: October 15, 2024 21:08
Controversy erupted after mempool.space added a feature that allows users to know if a transaction includes a Rune.
FTM Surges as Sonic Publishes Litepaper
https://thedefiant.io/news/blockchains/ftm-surges-as-sonic-publishes-litepaper
Published: October 15, 2024 20:21
The litepaper disclosed details about Sonicâs mainnet launch and upcoming airdrop.
Vitalik Proposes Fundamental Changes to Ethereum
https://thedefiant.io/news/blockchains/vitalik-proposes-fundamental-changes-to-ethereum
Published: October 15, 2024 18:38
Ethereumâs chief scientist explored ideas to make the network faster and transactions cheaper, including reducing staking deposits.
Trumpâs World Liberty Financial Website Crashes Shortly Into Token Sale
Published: October 15, 2024 18:10
The website for the Trump familyâs DeFi project has faced repeated interruptions and downtime since the sale went live earlier today.
Crypto Markets Dip After Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record Massive Inflows
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/crypto-markets-dip-after-spot-bitcoin-etfs-record-massive-inflows
Published: October 15, 2024 16:24
U.S. Bitcoin ETFs attracted more than $550 million on Monday.
Seemingly Pro-Crypto Harris Policy Doc Attracts Industry Pushback
Published: October 15, 2024 15:13
Onlookers took exception with the Harris campaign for failing to outline concrete policy proposals for crypto.
DTCC Unveils Digital Asset Sandbox
https://thedefiant.io/news/tradfi-and-fintech/dtcc-unveils-digital-asset-sandbox
Published: October 15, 2024 12:00
The DTCC's launchpad aims to provide a unified ecosystem for digital asset pilots targeting mainstream financial applications.
Sui Foundation Denies Accusations Of Insider Token Sales
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/sui-foundation-denies-accusations-of-insider-token-sales
Published: October 15, 2024 09:15
SUI's price is up 108% in the past month.
Bitcoin Miner Sues Local Council To Exhume 8,000 BTC Buried In Landfill
Published: October 15, 2024 08:21
James Howells threw away a hard drive containing the private keys to an 8,000 BTC stash in 2013.
ZeroLend Nears $250M TVL, Spark Deploys $25M USDS to Aave, Sky's D3M Module Active
Published: October 14, 2024 20:29
ZeroLend's @LineaBuild market is nearing $250 million in Total Value Locked (TVL), allowing users to supply or borrow more than 15 assets with competitive Annual Percentage Rates (APRs) and emissions
MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) Accused of Earning $10M in Token Pump and Dump Scheme Involving $SUPER, $PMON, $SHOPX
Published: October 14, 2024 20:28
MrBeast, also known as Jimmy Donaldson, one of YouTube's richest stars, has been accused of making over $10 million through a low-cap token pump and dump scheme
Kamala Harris to Announce Crypto Regulatory Framework
https://thedefiant.io/news/regulation/kamala-harris-to-announce-crypto-regulatory-framework
Published: October 14, 2024 20:28
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced her support for a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and other digital assets
Coinbase to List Degen (DEGEN) Token on Base Network for Spot Trading on October 15 at 9 AM PT
Published: October 14, 2024 20:28
Coinbase has announced that it will list the Degen (DEGEN) token for spot trading on the Base network starting October 15, 2024
$BTC Shows Bullish Momentum as Futures Funding Rate Hits Multi-Month High
Published: October 14, 2024 20:27
Bitcoin ($BTC) is showing signs of bullish momentum as it approaches a bullish MACD cross on the weekly chart
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Declares Bitcoin an Asset Class, Market Cap at $1.3 Trillion
Published: October 14, 2024 20:27
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has made significant statements regarding Bitcoin, asserting that the cryptocurrency is an asset class in itself
Hyper Foundation Teases New HYPE Token For Hyperliquid
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/hyper-foundation-teases-new-hype-token-for-hyperliquid
Published: October 14, 2024 19:40
The date for the airdrop hasnât been announced.
Bitcoin Breaks $65K as Short Traders Face Massive Liquidations
https://thedefiant.io/news/markets/bitcoin-breaks-usd64k-as-short-traders-face-massive-liquidations
Published: October 14, 2024 18:00
Over the past 24 hours, more than $57 million in Bitcoin shorts were liquidated.
Morpho User Exploits Oracle Error To Turn $350 Into $230K
https://thedefiant.io/news/defi/morpho-user-exploits-oracle-error-to-turn-usd350-into-usd230k
Published: October 14, 2024 14:22
The attack was enabled by a user misconfiguring the decimals places for PAXG relative to USDC.
Paradigm Execs Unveil Web3 Development Firm Ithica and Ethereum L2
Published: October 14, 2024 12:17
Ithicaâs Layer 2, Odyssey, is live on the Sepolia testnet and supports features included in Ethereumâs forthcoming Pectra upgrade.
Trump Announces World Liberty Financial Token Sale For Oct.15
https://thedefiant.io/news/tokens/trump-announces-world-liberty-financial-token-sale-for-oct-15
Published: October 14, 2024 11:48
World Liberty Financial aims to sell 20% of WLFI's supply for $300 million.