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Bybit and University of Wollongong in Dubai Launch Exclusive Demo Trading Challenge Students at the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) transformed their classroom into a bustling trading floor, thanks to a unique collaboration with Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. This Demo Trading Challenge and Workshop aimed to bridge the gap […]
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ZachXBT Calls for Sweeping Government Regulations After Bybit Hack: Crypto Security in Crisis The recent Bybit hack, where North Korea’s Lazarus Group reportedly stole 401,000 ETH coins valued at $1.4 billion, has led prominent on-chain analyst ZachXBT to voice a stark warning about the state of crypto security. After tirelessly working to freeze the stolen […]
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a16z Leads $20M Raise for Blockchain Payment Firm Halliday Halliday, an AI-powered startup, has secured $20 million in a Series A funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), aiming to revolutionize financial applications within the blockchain space with its Workflow Protocol. Halliday raises $20M led by a16z Workflow Protocol simplifies financial app development Expands into […]
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Microsoft Raises Alarm on RedLine Stealer Malware Targeting Crypto Wallets Microsoft has issued a stark warning about a sophisticated cyber threat known as RedLine Stealer, which is specifically designed to target cryptocurrency wallets. This malware exploits vulnerabilities in outdated software, posing a significant risk to digital assets by stealing private keys and wallet credentials. As […]
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Jurassic World Enters The Sandbox Metaverse: A Roaring Leap Forward The Sandbox, a pioneering platform in blockchain gaming owned by Animoca Brands, has joined forces with Universal Products & Experiences and Amblin Entertainment to bring the thrilling world of Jurassic World into the metaverse. The collaboration, launching with “Jurassic World: Dinosaur Preserve” in March 2025, […]
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DMND Launches First Bitcoin Mining Pool Using Stratum V2: A Leap Towards Decentralization DMND has launched the world’s first Bitcoin mining pool based on the Stratum V2 protocol, marking a significant step towards enhancing security and decentralization in Bitcoin mining. This move empowers miners with more control over transaction selection, challenging the dominance of centralized […]
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Interchain Foundation Funds Tharsis Labs to Open-Source evmOS The Interchain Foundation (ICF) has taken a bold step towards enhancing the interoperability between Ethereum and Cosmos ecosystems by funding Tharsis Labs to open-source evmOS. This Ethereum-compatible layer 1 solution could be a game-changer for developers looking to build and scale decentralized applications across these platforms. Funding […]
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Xapo Bank Launches $1 Million Bitcoin-Backed Credit Lines: A New Era for Crypto Liquidity Xapo Bank, a Gibraltar-based crypto wealth manager, has launched Bitcoin-backed USD loans up to $1 million, aiming to provide liquidity to its customers without forcing them to sell their Bitcoin. Bitcoin-backed USD loans up to $1 million Encourages long-term holding, reduces […]
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Central Bank of Russia Advances Digital Ruble Testing in Tatarstan The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) is taking bold steps into the future of currency with a pilot program in Tatarstan, testing the digital ruble’s smart contract capabilities. This initiative aligns with a global surge in Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) exploration, with 134 countries […]
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Ethereum’s Strategic Pivot: Emulating Solana’s Success for Founder-Driven Growth Ethereum is taking a bold step to rejuvenate its ecosystem by adopting a founder-driven growth model, inspired by Solana’s Superteam approach. This move comes amid criticism over Ethereum’s sluggish momentum and aims to address governance issues and prevent stagnation. Ethereum adopts founder-driven growth model Inspired by […]
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