Former Twitter CEO Pledges Millions to Bitcoin Fund
Before Musk, Jack Dorsey was the king of Twitter’s castle. These days his fund is investing in different projects. Bitcoin-focused ones included.
Blockchain Shows Potential in Battling Counterfeit Goods
The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) is optimistic about the potential of blockchain technology in combating counterfeit goods. The agency shared that it has completed a proof of concept trial, labeled European Logistics Services Authentication (ELSA), that used blockchain-based tools for anti-counterfeiting purposes.
Incrypted Conference 2023 — A Recap
Gagarin News attended Incrypted Conference 2023, this year’s biggest crypto event in Ukraine. The event was held under the banner “Boost Web3 in Ukraine”, and we’re excited to share our experiences with you.
ETH is neither a security nor a commodity?
Ethereum’s cryptocurrency, ether (ETH), may soon see a redefinition of its regulatory classification, according to a group of strategists from the finance giant JPMorgan. These strategists, led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, indicate in a recent statement that U.S.
Binance Exits the Netherlands
Binance has announced its withdrawal from the Netherlands market due to regulatory hurdles.
AI Screens 100M+ Compounds Daily in Search for New Drugs
The creation of pharmaceutical drugs is a prolonged and painstaking process. Scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Tufts University see artificial intelligence as a vital tool in expediting the discovery of new medicines.
Who’s Behind the DOGE Price Surge?
In a class-action lawsuit accusing Elon Musk of manipulating Dogecoin, the billionaire Tesla CEO has denied owning the crypto wallets allegedly involved in questionable trades.
BlackRock Files for Bitcoin Spot ETF
BlackRock, the world’s largest investment company with $10 trillion in assets, has submitted an application for a Bitcoin spot exchange traded fund (ETF), marking a significant milestone in the United States. This would be the first crypto spot ETF in the country, pending approval.
Mercedes-Benz Trials ChatGPT in 900,000 Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz is taking a leap into the future by integrating artificial intelligence into over 900,000 vehicles through a ChatGPT-powered voice assistant system.
ESMA to Initiate Consultations on Crypto Rules in EU
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the European Union’s securities market regulator, has announced a consultation set for July regarding new regulations for handling complaints and conflict of interest issues that cryptocurrency companies within the bloc would need to comply with.
Blockchain Use Case Repository Launched by Polygon Labs
Seeking to illustrate the practical value of blockchain beyond the realm of cryptocurrencies, Ethereum scaling solution, Polygon Labs, has unveiled a unique initiative called “The Value Prop.” This project serves as an open database, collating and highlighting beneficial blockchain applications from across the globe.
Key Highlights from the 2023 Incrypted Conference Online Marathon
The Incrypted Conference 2023, one of Ukraine’s largest crypto events, was held on June 10-11. This conference was split into two stages, with the first phase captivating viewers through a live stream on Incrypted’s YouTube channel. Our journalist was right in the midst of the action, capturing the essence of this electrifying event.
Polkadot Governance Update
Polkadot, network renowned for interconnecting multiple blockchains, has taken a progressive step to overhaul its governance model. The introduction of Polkadot OpenGov signifies a significant transition to a more community-driven governance structure where the community can vote on multiple proposals concurrently.
Ripple Lashes Out at Hinman’s Files
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Chief Legal Executive Officer Stuart Alderoty are not in the mood to hold back their feelings regarding the released Hinman’s files.
SEC Restructuring: Gensler’s Reign Over?
In 2023, SEC Chair Gary Gensler decided to take on the entire cryptocurrency industry. Unable to reach decentralized exchanges and the DeFi sector (since they are virtual smart contracts deployed in a virtual environment), he turned all his focus towards centralized exchanges and top crypto assets.
Saylor: 25,000 other Bitcoin Wannabes Caused Confusion
Business-intelligence firm MicroStrategy’s Founder and Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has once again praised Bitcoin and explained why he thinks that there will be no exodus of exchanges.
Promising AI Startup is Entering the Scene
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is gathering pace and many new companies keep springing up to compete with the mammoths such as Microsoft and Open AI. Mistral AI is the latest.
Blockchain’s Transformative Potential is Huge
Blockchain can bring billions of dollars in benefits to the financial industry. But action is needed.
Curve 3Pool Faces Imbalance as USDT Dominates
The equilibrium of the Curve 3Pool, designed to maintain a balanced distribution of USDT, USDC, and DAI stablecoins at 33.33% each, is facing significant disruption.
Could Hinman’s Documents Undermine SEC’s Crypto Crackdown?
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) keeps attacking the crypto industry. Will the release of Hinman’s documents put an end to this?
Floating Point Group (FPG) Halts Operations After Cyberattack
Cryptocurrency brokerage firm Floating Point Group (FPG) has temporarily suspended trading, withdrawals, and deposits due to a cyberattack. The firm manages a substantial $50 billion in assets for its clients, according to its website.
Solana Stands Firm: No Fork in Response to SEC Lawsuit
Amidst the recent SEC lawsuit classifying SOL token as a security, rumors have circulated on Twitter speculating about a potential hard fork as a means to address regulatory concerns surrounding Solana.
Gagarin Show Rockets to the IPRA Golden World Awards Finals
Gagarin Show, the world’s first educational show about cryptocurrencies and blockchain, has made it to the finals of the IPRA Golden World Awards, an initiative of the International Public Relations Association.
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Who Is Crypto Kaleo: A Market Analyst with 700,000 Followers
Crypto Kaleo is a renowned crypto trader and one of the most followed influencers in the industry. Active since 2017, he has built a strong presence on X, TradingView, and other platforms, sharing technical analysis, market predictions, and insightful commentary on the crypto space.
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Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide
Are sky-high Ethereum fees getting you down? The folks at Zora have come up with an alternative, introducing their Layer 2 solution with lower transaction fees. This article will walk you through how to get involved with the project and earn some rewards.