18 Jan 2025

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Get comprehensive coverage of the cryptocurrency industry with our news selection. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just a novice crypto enthusiast, The Coinomist has the news and insights you need to stay informed. From Bitcoin to DeFi, we’ve got you covered.

South Korea Launches Fund to Support Metaverse Development

South Korea Launches Fund to Support Metaverse Development

The South Korean government continues to sponsor metaverses and companies that plan to use them. Recently, they launched a Metaverse Fund to support start-ups exploring the integration of virtual space into various aspects of life.

19 Mar 2023
SVB’s financial assistance: for employees only

SVB’s financial assistance: for employees only

The new leaders of the British branch of SVB not only renewed working contracts with former employees, but also granted them bonuses.

19 Mar 2023
Betting on Bitcoin to reach $1 million in 90 days

Betting on Bitcoin to reach $1 million in 90 days

Will you take the risk? Well, why not, especially if you’re a former Coinbase CTO.

18 Mar 2023
CBDC Takes Center Stage in US Politics

CBDC Takes Center Stage in US Politics

In the past few weeks, several high-ranking officials in the United States have expressed their views regarding CBDC. While some remain impartial, others are vehemently opposed to the concept of a central bank digital currency.

18 Mar 2023
Microsoft’s Edge browser to integrate Web3 wallet?

Microsoft’s Edge browser to integrate Web3 wallet?

Users report that Microsoft has integrated a non-custodial crypto wallet into the company’s default Edge browser.

18 Mar 2023
Smart contracts aren’t so smart after all!

Smart contracts aren’t so smart after all!

According to the new Director of Policy at Polygon Labs, Rebecca Rettig, smart contracts are neither smart nor contracts:

17 Mar 2023
Playboy’s NFTs nose dive, crypto quest begins in the red!

Playboy’s NFTs nose dive, crypto quest begins in the red!

Their NFT collection, Rabbitar, has taken a 95% hit in value, leaving the project with a $5 million shortfall compared to its initial sale,as per a statement from the officials.

17 Mar 2023
BitGo Fixes its Critical Flaw, Keeps Your Wallet Safe!

BitGo Fixes its Critical Flaw, Keeps Your Wallet Safe!

A bug, known as the BitGo Zero Proof Vulnerability, could have allowed hackers to extract private keys in under a minute using JavaScript code, potentially jeopardizing the security of exchanges, banks, businesses, and individual users.

17 Mar 2023
Cardano Revolutionizes Blockchain with Dynamic P2P Network!

Cardano Revolutionizes Blockchain with Dynamic P2P Network!

Dynamic P2P automates the process of selecting peer nodes, improving the connection between distributed nodes and simplifying the process of launching a relay or block-producing node. This eliminates the need for static configurations and manual data entry by stake pool operators (SPO).

17 Mar 2023
How much does Genesis owe?

How much does Genesis owe?

By May 22, the bankrupt creditor Genesis will finalize the amount it owes to customers. On June 27, the company will be sold at auction to cover losses.

17 Mar 2023
El Salvador to generate elite blockchain developers

El Salvador to generate elite blockchain developers

El Salvador’s Bitcoin office launches a new educational program called “CUBO+” to train cryptocurrency and blockchain developers through the state university system.

17 Mar 2023
LinksDAO golf community acquires Spey Bay club

LinksDAO golf community acquires Spey Bay club

The decentralized autonomous organization for golf enthusiasts has purchased a golf course in Scotland owned by the Spey Bay club. The DAO used money received from the sale of their NFT collection to make the purchase.

17 Mar 2023
Crypto trader today, junkie tomorrow

Crypto trader today, junkie tomorrow

During the Senate Finance Committee hearing on US banking system issues, Senator Michael Bennet made a startling claim.

17 Mar 2023
Hidden Ban for American Crypto Companies

Hidden Ban for American Crypto Companies

Blockchain Association, one of the largest crypto-lobbying groups in the US, has requested documents related to possible “debanking” of crypto projects. The Association began its investigation following the recent collapse of Signature Bank, Silicon Valley Bank, and Silvergate, which had close ties to the crypto industry.

16 Mar 2023
Happy Birthday, Solana!

Happy Birthday, Solana!

Today marks the third anniversary of the Solana blockchain. On March 16, 2020, the network’s first block was created.

16 Mar 2023
ChatGPT in your office!

ChatGPT in your office!

Microsoft plans to integrate OpenAI’s GPT-4 chatbot technology into Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

16 Mar 2023
Polygon ecosystem reshaping

Polygon ecosystem reshaping

The company announced the spin-off of its modular blockchain project Avail by Polygon Labs.

16 Mar 2023
GN x Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation collaboration

GN x Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation collaboration

Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation looks to boost crypto-literacy among Ukrainians. Gagarin News is ready to help it attain its goal.

16 Mar 2023
EU clears the way for digital wallets to go mainstream

EU clears the way for digital wallets to go mainstream

The EU Parliament has approved the EU proposal for a digital identity system, which incorporates the use of zero-knowledge proof technology to protect user confidentiality.

16 Mar 2023
UK to Crack Down on Crypto: Enthusiasts Must Disclose Incomes

UK to Crack Down on Crypto: Enthusiasts Must Disclose Incomes

The Ministry of Finance updates tax return forms. According to amendments, individuals will be required to declare profits & income generated via crypto assets in a separate category unconnected with other sources of income.

16 Mar 2023
Signature Bank acquirer will be forced to abandon crypto

Signature Bank acquirer will be forced to abandon crypto

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) still believes it could sell Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank either in whole or in part. Until March 17, the regulator is accepting bids from potential buyers.

16 Mar 2023
Developer of Himalaya fake crypto exchange under arrest

Developer of Himalaya fake crypto exchange under arrest

Ho Wan Kwok (A/K/A “Miles Guo” or “Guo Wengui”) has been arrested in the United States for large-scale fraud. Wan Kwok orchestrated an entire ecosystem of crypto exchanges, the Himalaya Dollar stablecoin, and the Himalaya Coin utility token.

16 Mar 2023
IMF and G20 to introduce global crypto regulation

IMF and G20 to introduce global crypto regulation

At the end of February, the International Monetary Fund and G20 member countries made strong statements about the future of the cryptocurrency market. While claiming to expand the dialogue, these international institutions essentially declared war on the crypto industry and immediately began discussing terms of surrender.

16 Mar 2023
Fidelity Crypto has opened up platform for public access

Fidelity Crypto has opened up platform for public access

As of today, the waitlist for FIdelity Crypto customers has been abolishedh. Previously, only registered users of the exchange were eligible for it.

16 Mar 2023
YouTuber BitBoy Crypto threatens to dox SHIB founder’s identity

YouTuber BitBoy Crypto threatens to dox SHIB founder’s identity

Many in the community are expressing frustration with Shibarium, which they see as a mere fork rather than a full-fledged architectural update.

16 Mar 2023

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Who Is Crypto Kaleo: A Market Analyst with 700,000 Followers

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

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.