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In this article, we see how to participate in the upcoming crypto airdrop of the new Sony blockchain, Soneium, layer-2 of Ethereum. The project team recently launched the testnet program “Soneium Minato”, hinting at possible economic rewards for the farmers. The launch on mainnet of the new chain is expected for the first half of 2025. Let’s see everything in detail below. Soneium: the new layer-2 blockchain by Sony Soneium Minato: testnet initiative with possible crypto airdrop rewards How to participate in the crypto airdrop of Soneium (Sony): bridge testnet badge Other interactions to earn the crypto airdrop Soneium: the…
Although Bitcoin (BTC) fell short by $200 of establishing a new ATH against the US dollar, it achieved this milestone against several other fiat currencies. Most importantly, against the euro, where the crypto asset surpassed €68,000 for the first time in history. The leading cryptocurrency reached €68,000 on major exchanges, including Binance, marking its first all-time high against the European currency since March. This breakthrough comes as Bitcoin demonstrates remarkable strength against several major fiat currencies, reflecting growing institutional adoption and market confidence. BTC/EUR (blue line) reached new ATH. BTC/USD (red line). Source: Tradingview.com Against the US dollar, Bitcoin tested…
The Fed’s decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points, as expected, has sparked a wave of analyst reactions as markets weigh in on potential future changes in monetary policy. Analysts noted nuances in the Fed’s updated statement, particularly regarding inflation and the broader economic outlook. Dan Siluk, an analyst at Janus Henderson Investors, noted that the Fed’s statement had removed language that expressed “greater confidence” that inflation would move sustainably toward the 2% target. The change suggests the Fed is taking a cautious approach and may be prepared to respond flexibly to incoming economic data, Siluk said. The…
Near Protocol (NEAR) has initiated a groundbreaking project in artificial intelligence, unveiled at the Redacted conference in Bangkok. This initiative aims to create the world’s largest open-source AI model, featuring an impressive 1.4 trillion parameters—3.5 times larger than Meta’s Llama model. Contents hide 1 How Does Decentralized AI Protect Privacy? 2 Why Is Decentralization Important for AI? How Does Decentralized AI Protect Privacy? Participants will engage in a competitive environment via the Near AI Research hub, starting with a smaller model comprising 500 million parameters. This ambitious venture requires a substantial investment of $160 million, which will be financed through…
In this article, we retrace the origins of Telegram’s crypto network, up to what we know today as the TON blockchain. We then delve into the technical characteristics of this project, highlighting all the dynamics that have led it to success in the web3 sector. Let’s see everything in detail below. Telegram and the first (failed) approach to the world of crypto in 2017 The open source blockchain of TON is born Characteristics of the crypto network: integration and scalability with the Telegram app The majestic growth of Telegram’s crypto ecosystem in 2024 Telegram and the first (failed) approach to…
With gold and Bitcoin both at or near record highs, the debate over which is better ‘hard money’ is heating up as investors seek hedges against economic uncertainty, inflation, and geopolitical change. Table of Contents Surge in precious metals vs. Bitcoin Bitcoin: ‘digital gold,’ store of value or medium of exchange? Are these rallies an early warning sign? The hard money debate into 2025 In a time of mounting economic pressures, two traditionally opposed assets — gold and Bitcoin — are surging at or near their all-time highs, stirring debate about their roles as “hard money.” As gold pushes past…
This is a segment from the Forward Guidance newsletter. Galaxy Digital reported its third quarter earnings this morning, though founder Mike Novogratz’s remarks on the election stood out to me most. “The last quarter seems a little less relevant right now given that this is kind of a whole new world,” the CEO noted. He was, of course, alluding to Donald Trump’s win and the impact the president-elect’s pledges, if fulfilled, could have on the crypto industry. Not to mention the flood of pro-crypto Congress members elected Tuesday. Galaxy’s stock, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, rose about…
VeTonsberg, VeChain’s partner in London, is preparing companies for future compliance, using blockchain solutions to enable end-to-end traceability. The DPP initiative aligns with global trends toward stricter traceability, as seen in U.S. regulations. The European Union (EU) is moving towards enhanced sustainability and transparency requirements for products sold within its markets. Here, VeChain’s technology will play a significant role. The recently introduced Digital Product Passport (DPP) aims to strengthen traceability across sectors including electronics, textiles, and automotive, reported CNF. EU’s Digital Product Passport (DPP) Initiative Promotes Sustainability and Transparency VeTonsberg, a London-based partner of VeChain Technology Group, has announced its…
Immutable, a leading L2 for blockchain gaming and NFTs, has been making remarkable developments since 2024. According to Robbie Ferguson, the co-founder of Immutable, the platform has seen rapid innovation and growth during this year in the world of decentralized gaming. He shared a glimpse of Immutable’s achievements on social media. 2024 @immutable recap so far:– Went from no wallet —> immutable passport shipped, 3.5m signups (and growing)– no EVM chain —> zkEVM launched, 2.5m MAU in first 3 months– More than doubled # of games on immutable from 200 —> >400 signed, including south Korea’s largest… pic.twitter.com/FwIlx0nKmi — Robbie…
What is Layer 2? Layer 2 refers to off-chain networks or technologies built atop a base blockchain (Layer 1) that extend its capabilities — most notably by improving scalability and transaction throughput. These solutions are essential for blockchains that prioritize decentralization and security, often at the expense of speed and scalability. By handling transactions more efficiently, Layer 2 solutions help reduce congestion and lower transaction costs on the main chain. These Layer 2 enhancements help address the “blockchain trilemma,” offering a pathway to scalability without compromising the core tenets of decentralization and security. In general, Layer 2 solutions operate independently…