Multicoin Capital announced a proposal for Solana to transition into a variable-rate inflation system regarding its token emission model; this will help decrease inflation while supporting staking dynamics and long-term ecosystem sustainability. Currently, Solana operates on a fixed schedule of inflation. The proposed model provides for three parameters: Initial Inflation ... Read more
TRON experienced the most significant drop in illicit activity across blockchains in 2024, with illicit volume shrinking by $6 billion. This marked a 51% reduction in its proportion of suspicious transactions, a milestone that highlights TRON’s proactive measures to enhance blockchain security. Despite hosting 58% of illicit crypto activity in ... Read more
Aave plans to enter Bitcoin mining to boost revenue and grow its stablecoin ecosystem. The initiative leverages mining profits and hardware appreciation for dual benefits. The timing aligns with a bear market, offering cost-effective mining and asset acquisition. Aave is exploring Bitcoin mining to strengthen its GHO stablecoin ecosystem and ... Read more
Ethereum role as “money” connects deeply with decentralization and AI-driven change. Corporate L2 solutions face criticism for straying from Ethereum’s principles. Calls grow for a community-driven L2 prioritizing fairness, governance, and decentralization. An Ethereum enthusiast reignited debate about ETH’s profound significance, tweeting that it represents the most decentralized and uncensorable ... Read more
Oklahoma introduced a bill to adopt Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. HB1203 aims to secure state funds against inflation through digital investments. The legislation showcases Oklahoma’s leadership in innovative fiscal policies. Oklahoma’s Representative Cody Maynard announced the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act on Jan. 15. This groundbreaking legislation seeks to ... Read more
Ethereum needs a community-driven Layer 2 (L2) to uphold its values of fairness and decentralization. Corporate L2s like Arbitrum and Base prioritize profits over aligning with Ethereum’s core ethos. A decentralized L2 can unite the ecosystem and direct value back to Ethereum L1. Ethereum is facing increasingly high challenges as ... Read more
The NFT market faced its weakest year since 2020, with trading volumes and sales dropping sharply. DeFi dominated 2024, driven by memecoins and innovation, capturing 32% of market activity. Bitcoin’s record-breaking performance and regulatory progress fueled optimism for the crypto industry. The NFT market bottomed in 2024, recording its worst ... Read more
Sony L2 adoption reflects Ethereum’s flexibility for centralized businesses. Cryptonatives challenge Sony’s partial decentralization approach. Ethereum’s L2 ecosystem is primed for rapid corporate adoption. Sony’s entry into Ethereum’s Layer-2 (L2) ecosystem via Soneium marks a strategic move. Ethereum community member and investor Ryan Berckmans sees this as a vital step ... Read more
Senator Warren questions Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent on crypto regulations and fintech risks. The IRS faces potential budget cuts, and banking failures highlight financial system vulnerabilities. Housing market challenges, including affordability, are also key issues raised in Warren’s letter. Senator Elizabeth Warren has sent a detailed letter to Scott ... Read more
The US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit ruled in favor of Coinbase, criticizing the SEC’s denial of rulemaking. The court called the SEC’s reasoning “arbitrary and capricious” and ordered a more detailed explanation. Industry leaders supported the decision, highlighting concerns over the SEC’s approach to crypto regulation. The ... Read more
