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Iaroslava Kramarenko - Staff Journalist - The Coinomist

Iaroslava Kramarenko

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Yaroslava Kramarenko has been a blockchain and crypto expert since 2017, driven by a mission to drag virtual currencies out of hype-fueled chaos and into mainstream adoption. She breaks down tech jargon so simply even your grandma could get it, while diving deep into the psychology of trading with contagious enthusiasm. Yaroslava genuinely believes in blockchain and decentralization, but she’s got a no-nonsense take on the crypto market — don’t expect her to spin tales of "Lambo on the moon." More likely, she’ll unpack the tricks of crypto scammers. With clear examples and down-to-earth explanations, she brings cryptocurrencies closer to real life.

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Exploring eCash and the XEC Token

Exploring eCash and the XEC Token

eCash emerges as a cryptocurrency platform, possibly marking the final stage of the Bitcoin Cash project, with the XEC coin tailored for international retail payments.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
AI Takes Charge of Metaverse Creation

AI Takes Charge of Metaverse Creation

Opus AI is bringing together a global community of gamers, artists, musicians, and writers to create their own metaverses, with the help of advanced artificial intelligence technology.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Gemini to Exit the US Market

Gemini to Exit the US Market

Due to increasing pressure from American regulators, many cryptocurrency exchanges are leaving the US markets. Is Gemini the next one to follow suit?

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Cancun-Deneb: What’s in Store for the Next Ethereum Upgrade?

Cancun-Deneb: What’s in Store for the Next Ethereum Upgrade?

Cancun-Deneb marks a new milestone in the evolution of the Ethereum blockchain. The team has already kicked off work on this anticipated update. So, what can we expect in terms of changes to the network once Cancun-Deneb goes live?

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Digital Immortality: Do We Really Need It?

Digital Immortality: Do We Really Need It?

We keep the memories of our loved ones forever embedded in Telegram chats, Instagram pictures, last tweets, and Facebook’s “memories” section. The surge of interest in ChatGPT has sparked the idea of a virtual “resurrection” from these fragments.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
What Is the IoTeX (IOTX) Blockchain?

What Is the IoTeX (IOTX) Blockchain?

IoTeX is a decentralized network that aims to support the rapidly expanding world of the Internet of Things (IoT). The platform seamlessly blends blockchain technology with confidential computing to facilitate secure data exchange among IoT devices.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Revolutionizing Blockchain Democracy: The Roll-DPoS Algorithm

Revolutionizing Blockchain Democracy: The Roll-DPoS Algorithm

Numerous crypto projects aim to enhance standard consensus protocols to align with developers’ requirements, and Roll-DPoS is an example of such an algorithm.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Tendermint: Exploring the Protocol and its Applications

Tendermint: Exploring the Protocol and its Applications

Tendermint is a consensus protocol utilized for synchronizing multiple blockchains. It was developed by Tendermint Inc. and is based on the Byzantine Fault Tolerance algorithm.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Horowitz Fund Releases 2023 Cryptocurrency Report

Horowitz Fund Releases 2023 Cryptocurrency Report

The a16z Crypto venture fund has just released their latest report on the cryptocurrency market, highlighting the most significant developments occurring in the digital asset space.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
BTC Holders: Whales, Sharks, Crabs, and Shrimps

BTC Holders: Whales, Sharks, Crabs, and Shrimps

Did you know that in the world of cryptocurrency, there is a complete hierarchy of holders beyond Bitcoin whales (those with at least 5,000 BTC)? Glassnode analysts provide insights into the various inhabitants of the digital ocean.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Making Money with Gaming NFTs: An Introduction to IGOs

Making Money with Gaming NFTs: An Introduction to IGOs

Primary Gaming Offering (IGO) is a brand-new crowdsourcing concept in the blockchain gaming space. It’s a project funding method that shares many similarities with the familiar ICO.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
1inch project review

1inch project review

1inch is a DEX aggregator that uses swap rates from other decentralized platforms to find the best token prices and lowest transaction fees.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
U.S. Department of the Treasury Takes on DeFi

U.S. Department of the Treasury Takes on DeFi

The US regulators have recently dealt a series of significant blows to the largest cryptocurrency exchanges and have shifted their focus towards decentralized platforms. As a strong message, they have published a detailed report highlighting the potential risks involved in DeFi.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
ETH withdrawals after the Shanghai upgrade: What to expect?

ETH withdrawals after the Shanghai upgrade: What to expect?

Ethereum is about to get a major upgrade in April called the “Shanghai Update”. Vitalik Buterin and his team are working hard to revamp the infrastructure and unlock frozen ETH. But what does this mean for stakers and Web3’s future?

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Six Steps to the Gallows: Binance Faces Potential Consequences

Six Steps to the Gallows: Binance Faces Potential Consequences

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) fines and restrictions have become commonplace for cryptocurrency companies. It is important to note, however, that Binance’s situation differs from the general trend. A different regulatory body, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), is suing the company.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Orbeon Protocol analyzed

Orbeon Protocol analyzed

Let’s talk about the recent wave of promotional articles regarding the new Orbeon project, which aims to use blockchain technology to safeguard small investors from fraud and to revolutionize the fundamentals of digital crowdfunding.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Charlie Lee: From Google to Litecoin

Charlie Lee: From Google to Litecoin

Charlie Lee, the Litecoin developer is a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency world. Despite not being as popular as Bitcoin or Ethereum, LTC remains a favorite among many crypto investors

Iaroslava Kramarenko
In which countries is cryptocurrency outlawed?

In which countries is cryptocurrency outlawed?

Cryptocurrency adoption history is unique for each country and often resembles a swing from cautious support to a complete ban and back. This is the case in China and India, for example.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
PaxDollar: approved by Wall Street

PaxDollar: approved by Wall Street

Pax Dollar, or USDP, is one of the few stablecoins approved by American regulators. It’s collateralized 1:1 by the US dollar and is commonly used for cross-border payments.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Cryptocurrency in Ukraine: Exploring Schrödinger’s Cat

Cryptocurrency in Ukraine: Exploring Schrödinger’s Cat

The Law “On Virtual Assets” was signed by the President of Ukraine on February 17, 2022. However, it is not yet in effect and will only come into force after the publication of a dozen regulatory acts and amendments to the Tax Code.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
How Much Cryptocurrency Belongs to Governments Around the World?

How Much Cryptocurrency Belongs to Governments Around the World?

While most regulators oppose the legal recognition of cryptocurrencies as payment methods, governments themselves own around 8% of them.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Craig Wright: a madman or a professional barrator?

Craig Wright: a madman or a professional barrator?

Craig Wright is one of the most controversial figures in the world of cryptocurrency. On the one hand, he has done a lot of work to promote Bitcoin. On the other hand, his thirst for fame and money has made him a laughingstock in the community, and some even accuse Wright of being responsible for the death of the “real Satoshi.”

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Why Regulated Exchanges Need Liquid Staking

Why Regulated Exchanges Need Liquid Staking

With decentralized platforms already dominating the liquid staking space, major CEX players have recently decided they want a piece of the action, seeking to generate income by providing traders with access to high-reserve pools.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
BSV: Bitcoin by Craig Wright

BSV: Bitcoin by Craig Wright

If we were to depict the birth of cryptocurrencies as a family tree, Bitcoin SV would be the grandchild of Bitcoin. This coin emerged after the Bitcoin Cash fork, which, in turn, was created through a fork of the original cryptocurrency.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
The Cardano blockchain and ADA cryptocurrency overview

The Cardano blockchain and ADA cryptocurrency overview

Cardano is a crypto project that is among the top 10 by market cap. ADA is the cryptocurrency that operates on it. These terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but it’s important to understand the distinction between them.

Iaroslava Kramarenko