ETHEREUM
Ethereum is an open-source decentralized platform that introduced the concept of smart contracts into the blockchain space. Through these smart contracts, developers using the Ethereum network are able to create their own decentralized apps and tokens.
What is MEV Bot?
MEV bots, automated tools in crypto, execute profitable opportunities on networks like Ethereum. They contribute to market efficiency but also pose challenges and risks, including potential hacking.
Involved in Cryptocurrency and Cash Corruption, Regional Military Recruitment Heads Were Dismissed by Ukrainian President
Ukrainian President dismissed regional military recruitment heads for corruption involving cryptocurrency and cash. Law enforcement opened 112 cases.
Gemini's Weekly Update: PayPal Launches PYUSD Stablecoin, Coinbase Unveils Base Layer-2, and Aptos Announces Microsoft Partnership
PayPal launches PYUSD stablecoin; Coinbase unveils Base Layer-2; Aptos partners with Microsoft; July inflation below expectations at 3.2% and 4.7% yearly.
Tetra Partners with Kiln to Enhance Staking Service Including Ethereum and Solana
Tetra Trust partners with Kiln to expand staking services on major PoS blockchains, including Ethereum and Solana, enhancing digital asset management in Canada.
Hong Kong-Based OSL Digital Securities Receives License Uplift to Enable Retail Trading of Bitcoin and Ethereum
OSL Digital Securities Limited ("OSL Digital Securities"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of BC Technology Group Limited (Stock Code: 863), has been granted an uplift to its existing license by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong.
Polygon Expanded Collaborations with Disney, Meta, Starbucks, and More in Q2 2023
Accordint to a report released by Messari, Polygon ($MATIC), a suite of Ethereum-based scaling solutions, unveiled key insights and recent developments in its ecosystem for the second quarter of 2023.
Crypto Trends: Weekly Inflows and Outflows in Altcoins, North American Markets, and Investment Products
Altcoins saw $3M in weekly inflows; North America had $11B outflows. Digital asset products had minor withdrawals of $21M, with Bitcoin trading at $16B.
SEC Required Coinbase to Trade Only Bitcoin, Exclude Ethereum and All Other Cryptos, Reports FT
On July 31, a report by the Financial Times reported that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had requested Coinbase to cease all cryptocurrency trading, including Ethereum, with Bitcoin being the only exception, before taking legal action against the company.
Fireblocks Integrates Astar Network, Boosting Secure DeFi Access for Institutions
Fireblocks has now incorporated Astar Network. With the new integration, over 650 banks and financial institutions can now tap into Astar's thriving DeFi ecosystem, as well as trade, swap, and lend digital assets on Astar via Fireblocks.
Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Discusses Worldcoin's Biometric Proof of Personhood
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin explores Worldcoin's biometric proof-of-personhood, discussing its potential value, applications, and challenges such as privacy, accessibility, and centralization.
Arbitrum Bridge: A Comprehensive Guide
The Arbitrum Bridge is a Layer 2 solution for Ethereum, enabling secure, cost-effective asset transfers to the Arbitrum network. It supports a wide range of assets and networks, ensuring robust security and providing comprehensive troubleshooting guides.
Alphapo Hot Wallets Drained of Over $23M in BTC, ETH and TRON
Alphapo, a payment processor for various gambling services, reported a breach of their hot wallets today, July 23, 2023. The breach resulted in a loss of over $23 million in Ethereum (ETH), TRON (TRX), and Bitcoin (BTC) cryptocurrencies.
Ethereum's Future Unveiled by Vitalik Buterin at EthCC
At EthCC, Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin outlined the protocol's future, highlighting key developments like the transition to Proof of Stake, sharding, Verkle trees, state expiry, and Ethereum Improvement Proposals.
61,216.6 ETH from Ethereum ICO Address Moved to Kraken
An Ethereum (ETH) address associated with the initial coin offering (ICO) in 2015 has transferred a staggering 61,216.6 ETH, equivalent to $116 million, to the Kraken exchange. This transaction marks the first movement of these funds since their acquisition eight years ago.
Crypto Market Consolidation and Key Trends in Q2 2023
Q2 2023 saw a slight 0.14% increase in the crypto market, with Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) rising by 6.9% and 6.0% respectively.