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FC Barcelona and Plastiks: Tackling Plastic Pollution with NFTs
Football Club Barcelona, a WhiteBit official partner, has launched an exclusive NFT collection named Unleash Your Passion. In cooperation with Plastiks they are striving to combat the global issue of plastic pollution.
What are Flash Loans?
Flash loans represent a form of decentralized financial service, offering the opportunity to secure large sums without the need for collateral, provided that the borrowed amount is returned within the same blockchain transaction.
What is the “Red Pill Attack”?
ZenGo, a cryptocurrency wallet team, recently discovered a vulnerability within the Web3 transaction simulation of various popular asset storage solutions. The issue was promptly addressed by developers, with a comprehensive report on the matter published shortly after.
City Diaries: The NFT Collection Unveiling City Histories
Getty Images and Candy Digital have collaborated to introduce a fresh digital collection named City Diaries, which consists of antique photos of seven cities from around the world in the NFT format.
Estonia Tightens Regulations: Why Crypto Firms Are Shutting Down?
In the past year, a considerable number of cryptocurrency companies in Estonia have been compelled to close their doors, either voluntarily or due to regulatory pressure. The catalyst for these closures was the introduction of amendments to the law on combating money laundering and preventing the financing of terrorism in 2022.
Artificial Intelligence: Why Are People Worried?
According to a Reuters/Ipsos survey, a majority of Americans (61%) view the swift advancement of artificial intelligence as a threat to humanity’s future. Only 22% disagreed with this perspective.
Is Blockchain the Guarantor of Our Confidentiality?
Surfshark has scrutinized requests for user data made by various governments to international tech firms from 2013 to 2021. Given the substantial volume of approved requests, blockchain technology may present a solution. Yet, the situation is far from simple.
Americans’ Mixed Views on Cryptocurrency
The Pew Research Center conducted a survey among 10,700 Americans to understand public opinion on cryptocurrency. Interestingly, while a majority (88%) have heard about digital assets, only a small 4% feel confident in their reliability.
Two Celebrities, Two Hacks: New Lessons from Scammers?
Recently, two high-profile Twitter accounts were compromised: those belonging to Arthur Madrid, CEO of The Sandbox, and Steve Aoki, DJ and founder of the A0K1VERSE project. The latter incident resulted in substantial financial losses for users.
IMF Assesses Nigeria’s Digital Currency: Key Takeaways
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a report on Nigeria’s central bank’s digital currency, thoroughly describing the project’s accomplishments and difficulties while providing numerous recommendations.
Handle Your Assets with Care: Analyzing DeFi Insurance
Despite the widespread adoption of decentralized finance (DeFi), the issue of safeguarding user funds remains of utmost importance. OpenCover’s latest report presents a thorough examination of DeFi insurance as a potential remedy.
Family Offices Investing in Digital Assets: What’s Driving Them?
A Goldman Sachs survey reveals that family offices worldwide are escalating their investments in digital assets, spanning from cryptocurrencies and stablecoins to shares of associated funds.
Grumpy Cat Token Creator Accused of Copyright Infringement
Grumpy Cat Limited, a company famously established on the “grumpy cat” meme, has accused the creator of a token bearing the same name of copyright infringement via an NFT notice.
Bedrock’s Optimism: Enhanced Performance and Reduced Fees
The team behind Optimism has officially affirmed that their major update, termed ‘Bedrock’, will be rolled out on the main network on the 6th of June. This upgrade primarily aims to bolster security, instill stability, and significantly cut down transaction fees.
America’s Crypto Crown at Stake: Is the U.S. Losing its Grip?
ARK Invest, in their weekly dispatch to clients, is casting doubt on the U.S.’s ability to maintain its prime position within the crypto industry. The chief concerns listed are the total ambiguity over the regulation of digital assets, coupled with declining liquidity.
Bhutan’s Crypto Investment Surprises the World
Bhutan, one of the world’s most isolated countries, has been actively investing millions of dollars in cryptocurrency, as indicated by court documents from BlockFi and Celsius.
Discover the Beauty of Simplicity with ASCII Owls NFTs
The Owls NFT collection, launched in late March on Ethereum, consists of 9,999 owls crafted in a minimalist ASCII style, each distinguished by its unique shape and color.
Ripple’s New Platform: Opportunities for Financial Institutions?
Ripple has announced the launch of a platform for central banks and financial institutions, which allows them to create, manage, transfer, and redeem CBDCs and stablecoins.
Heat Up Your Wallet with Layer3: Igniting Crypto Interest
Layer3 is a platform for researching Web3 projects on various blockchains. By completing tasks, users earn experience points, achievements, or NFTs, while the applications can benefit from additional advertising and user activity.
Tim Draper Endorses Bitcoin as the Ultimate Store of Value
Tim Draper, an American venture capitalist, has shared a wealth of advice to help companies, both traditional and crypto-based, efficiently manage their finances and streamline their business operations.
Marilyn Monroe Prints: Blockchain-Verified Authenticity
Digital platform OneOf has recently unveiled a collection of rare Marilyn Monroe prints for sale, with each print being authenticated on the Polygon blockchain. This exclusive release became a reality through a partnership with Globe Entertainment, a company renowned for its extensive archive of original photographs.
Assassin’s Creed NFT: A Collection You Can Truly Experience
Ubisoft, collaborating with Integral Reality Labs (IRL), is set to unveil an exclusive range of Assassin’s Creed Smart Collectibles for the game’s enthusiasts. The company aims to provide an option to acquire not just a digital asset, but a tangible collectible as well.
Bankrupt Crypto Firms: Can Funds Be Recovered?
The lingering question of refunding after a crypto company’s bankruptcy goes back to the infamous Mt.Gox case, which has yet to make any repayments. However, other case studies help provide a clearer understanding of what users might anticipate in similar scenarios.
Untapped Potential of Europe: M2M Payments in Stablecoins.
In collaboration with Lipis Advisors, the Digital Euro Association has released a report that examines the benefits and drawbacks of stablecoins in machine-to-machine (M2M) payments, highlighting Europe’s vast potential in this area.
Charity and Crypto – The Perfect Combination
The Giving Block, a platform that helps nonprofits accept crypto donations, has recently published a report analyzing the potential of digital assets in the charity sector.
