Mining company Argo Blockchain has announced that its former interim CEO and COO Seif El-Bakly stepped down from his position to ‘pursue other opportunities.’ In an Operation Update report on Jan. 8, ...
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Blockchain Platform Freechat Secures $80 Mln Funding to Revolutionize Web3
In a groundbreaking move, the blockchain social platform, Freechat, has recently closed an impressive $80 million financing round, catapulting its post-money valuation to $800 million. Meanwhile, this...
Argo Blockchain Nets $9.9M in Common Shares Placement! –
Key Points: Argo successfully secures £7.8M via placement of 38,064,000 new shares at £0.205. Placement price strategically priced 1% below VWAP, offering financial leverage. Funds allocated for worki...
Mangofarm Scandal: Solana’s Blockchain Ensnared in Alleged Ponzi Scheme Ties
The Solana blockchain project, Mangofarm, gets embroiled in a controversy reminiscent of the notorious Banana Miner Ponzi scheme. This development throws a spotlight on the perennial challenges of tru...
OASYS Multilayered Blockchain to Revolutionize Gaming Platforms
Source: https://www.gate.io/learn/articles/what-is-oasys/691 Oasys is a public blockchain specializing in games. It is launching with support from renowned game companies to revolutionize blockchain f...
Know All About This Decentralized Blockchain
Algorand is a digital currency that has been crafted to facilitate transactions. It is also a blockchain platform, so it can host many cryptocurrencies and blockchain-based crypto projects. This makes...
Decentralized Finance Trends: Aave (AAVE) and Synthetix (SNX) Align with Pullix (PLX) Momentum
The DeFi market is growing daily as traditional investors show interest in decentralized platforms. New entrants like Pullix set the pace for old coins like Aave and Synthetix to follow. Pullix has no...
Synthetix’s Andromeda Release: A Milestone in Decentralized Finance
Synthetix, a leading decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, has introduced its Andromeda Release, marking a transformative moment in its journey. The update brings several features to the forefront, i...
Blockchain use cases in planetary health explored in cross-disciplinary study
Researchers have upped the ante in their exploration of blockchain technology use cases in planetary health, with the report showing glimpses of promise for widespread utility. Planetary health is an ...
North Korean Hackers Stole Over $600,000,000 Worth of Crypto in 2023, According to Blockchain Analytics Firm
New data from blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs reveals that North Korean hackers stole over half a billion dollars worth of digital assets in 2023. According to a new study by the crypto analytic...
Decentralized real-time communication is the solution for data privacy
Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. The COVID-19 pandemic gave a 3-4x boost to digital ...
Harnessing the Power of AI & Blockchain for Data Security and Transparency
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, ensuring robust data security and transparency has become paramount. This introduction explores the dynamic synergy between two transformative technologies—Arti...
A Multi-lingual Blockchain Education Platform
The Chainclass platform has been launched officially. It is a web2.5 platform that aims to educate users on economics, metaverse, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs. Here’s all we know about the platform. Blockch...
The Blockchain Doesn’t Need Layer-2s Like Ethereum
Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has expressed confidence that their blockchain can handle the growing demand for decentralized applications (dapps) without needing layer-2 solutions like those emp...
Blockchain vs bedbugs: South Korean engineer uses tech to track infestation
As South Korea battles bedbug infestation, authorities are exploring a range of methods to rein in the problem with one engineer turning to blockchain technology for a solution. South Korea-based Kang...
Polkadot Blockchain Academy Bets Big on APAC Talent with Education Programs Launching in Hong Kong and Singapore
Founded and led by Dr. Gavin Wood, PBA will kick off a multi-week blockchain education and training program in partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, The National University of Singapo...
Phuket to Pioneer Blockchain Mass Adoption in Thailand with B2GC:Blockchain to Government Conference
Phuket is set to host the groundbreaking, invitation-only Blockchain to Government Conference (B2GC) from January 17th to 19th, 2024. This government-led initiative, co-organized by Thailand’s key gov...
Phishing Link Posted to Certik’s X Account After Hacker Compromises Blockchain Security Firm’s Social Media
A phishing link was posted on the X account of blockchain-focused cybersecurity firm Certik after a bad actor hacked into the protocol’s social media profile. In a new announcement, the cybersecurity ...
Blockchain Security Firm Certik Suffers Hack in Ironic Breach
Blockchain security firm Certik has had its social media handles compromised and used for a phishing campaign. In an ironic development, the X handle for popular blockchain security company Certik su...
Unice’s AI Blockchain Messenger Leading the Way –
UNICE is a cutting-edge blockchain messenger powered by AI that revolutionizes communication and well-being. In this review article by Coincu, we will explore the details of this project and its vario...
What’s up in the blockchain space? Year-end party
In the final episode of CoinGeek Discussions for 2023, Zachary Weiner and Alex Vidal hosted a year-end party with a surprise appearance from Instasize CEO Hector Lopez. The discussion centered on the ...
UNHCR Turns to Blockchain & Cardano to Improve Refugee Aid Systems
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is embracing blockchain technology and zero-knowledge proofs to enhance its mission around the world. According to UNHCR Treasurer Carmen Hett...
Saga Airdrop Coming Ahead of Blockchain Launch—Here’s Who Is Eligible
Saga—an upcoming blockchain protocol that allows developers to launch their own “chainlets”—has revealed who will be eligible for the planned public airdrop of its SAGA token. Not to be confused with ...
Crypto doesn’t need a blockchain or token, Tether CEO says
The crypto industry should focus on providing “real-world use cases” without using tokens or the blockchain, says Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino. In 2024, the crypto industry needs to provide users with “re...
Philippines’ DOST taps blockchain to expand science endeavors
From government to enterprises, there’s no stopping the Philippines from exploring and harnessing the full potential of blockchain, with authorities from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST...
South Korea’s Wemade eyes Middle East for blockchain gaming expansion
South Korean video game publisher Wemade has announced a $100 million fund to invest in blockchain gaming initiatives, including supporting Web3 startups operating in the Middle East. Christened the W...
Paolo Ardoino says blockchain does nothing for crypto tokens
In a bold statement that challenges conventional crypto wisdom, Paolo Ardoino, the CEO of Tether, asserts that the future of the cryptocurrency industry lies beyond the realms of blockchain and tokens...
Phuket to Pioneer Blockchain Mass Adoption in Thailand with B2GC: Blockchain to Government Conference
Bangkok, Thailand, January 4th, 2024, Chainwire Phuket is set to host the groundbreaking, invitation-only Blockchain to Government Conference (B2GC) from January 17th to 19th, 2024. This government-le...
Ethereum Blockchain Data Platform Etherscan Acquires Solana Ecosystem’s Block Explorer Solscan
Etherscan, Ethereum’s (ETH) blockchain data explorer, has acquired its counterpart in the Solana (SOL) ecosystem, Solscan. Solscan launched in 2021 and has served more than 3 million monthly users sin...
Etherscan Acquired Solscan.io Blockchain Data Accessibility
Ethereum’s block explorer and analytics platform Etherscan has acquired Solscan.io in expansion strategy to enhance blockchain data accessibility. Block explorer and analytics platform for Ethereum, E...
USM strikes an exclusive deal with Blockchain UNIJOS
USM forms an exclusive collaboration with Blockchain UNIJOS. Together, they intend to take forward the Metaverse and Web3 tools that will bring to the forefront the total abilities of the internet and...
Decentralized exchange dYdX exposes details of $9 million attack on its v3 platform
Decentralized exchange dYdX has released a post-mortem report regarding a “targeted attack” on its v3 platform in November, resulting in a $9 million loss in its insurance fund, equivalent to approxim...