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As Head of Growth at the TON Foundation, Martin Masser is on a mission to bring crypto to the masses—without users even realizing they’re using it. A longtime Telegram user and early TON advocate from his STON.fi days, Martin now leads one of the most ambitious adoption pushes in Web3. From gifting NFTs and sports-themed stickers to rolling out Telegram Mini Apps (TMAs), he’s helping transform TON into the most user-friendly blockchain ecosystem on the planet. In this exclusive interview, Martin shares what drew him to TON, how he defines success, and why the next era of crypto is hiding…
Big news has just dropped in the ongoing saga surrounding the collapsed crypto exchange FTX. Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, often referred to as Shaq, has reportedly reached a significant agreement to resolve claims against him related to his promotion of the platform. This development marks a notable moment in the FTX lawsuit landscape, particularly concerning the involvement of high-profile figures. The Details of the Shaquille O’Neal Crypto Settlement According to recent reports, Shaquille O’Neal has agreed to pay $1.8 million to settle the claims brought against him. These claims alleged that he promoted unregistered securities through his association with FTX.…
Bitcoin has faced renewed volatility since late May, with the market retracing from recent highs and injecting a fresh dose of uncertainty across the board. While price action has cooled, BTC continues to hold above key levels that bulls are watching closely. The broader sentiment remains fragile, and many investors are on edge, unsure if this is a healthy pause or a setup for deeper downside. Analysts are calling for a decisive move above the all-time high to confirm trend continuation, but so far, momentum remains limited. The risk of a further decline still hangs over the market, especially with…
Ethereum pushed above the $2,820 mark yesterday, strengthening the bullish case for a breakout after weeks of consolidation. The move has created renewed optimism among traders who expect ETH to rally beyond its current range and begin a new upward leg. Despite lingering global tensions, markets are responding positively to growing speculation that a trade deal between the US and China may soon be finalized, offering a temporary boost to risk assets across the board. Ethereum’s recent strength comes at a critical moment, as price approaches the upper boundary of its current ascending channel. Top analyst M-log1 shared a technical…
Dubai’s Prypco Mint reported that it fully funded the first tokenized property in less than 24 hours with 224 investors from over 40 nationalities in less than 24 hours. The announcement came after the recent launch of Prypco Mint, the first licensed real estate tokenization platform in partnership with Dubai Land Department, Dubai’s regulatory authority and powered by Ctrl Alt blockchain. RWA initiative drew in diverse interest Dr. Mahmoud Al Buraj, senior director of real estate policies and innovation at the land department noted on LinkedIn: “Dubai is issuing first ever property token ownership certificate that no other city or…
Key Insights: Binance announced the listing of Puffer and Port3 Network perpetual contracts with 50x leverage as Puffer price jumped. PUFFER and PORT3 prices saw double-digit gains after the announcement, with PUFFER saw a 25% gain. The world’s largest crypto exchange Binance on Tuesday said it will list Puffer and Port3 Network perpetual contracts. As a result, PUFFER price jumped 25% and PORT3 rose over 12%, sparking speculation in the community for further price rise. Puffer is a decentralized platform focused on enhancing Ethereum’s scalability and security through liquid restaking and rollup solutions. Port3 Network is an AI data layer…
MANHATTAN — U.S. President Donald Trump again touted his crypto bona fides at a conference Thursday, telling an audience it was an “honor” to be considered a crypto president. Speaking in a 90-second recorded video at Coinbase’s (COIN) State of Crypto Summit (no relation to the CoinDesk newsletter with the same name), Trump reiterated comments he’s made at other events about ending his predecessor’s so-called war on crypto and forming a working group to examine digital assets. Trump also referenced legislation working its way through Congress. “My administration is working with governors to pass the GENIUS Act supporting the creation…
Avalanche massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) MapleStory N has been inundated with bots and hackers since its massive launch in May. Keith Kim, head of strategy at developer Nexpace—the blockchain arm of gaming giant Nexon—told Decrypt this week that thousands of accounts are being banned every day to maintain the game’s integrity for legitimate players. Hackers, glitchers, attackers, and exploiters are common in every kind of video game—we’ve lived through the Call of Duty hacked lobby trenches. However, the stakes are notably higher in crypto games. Some MapleStory N players have reported lobbies being filled with bots auto-farming, while…
Big news from South Korea! Kbank, the innovative neobank that serves as the crucial banking partner for the nation’s leading crypto exchange, Upbit, has officially joined the Open Blockchain & Decentralized Identifier Association (OBDIA). This move signals a growing interest from traditional financial institutions in the burgeoning world of blockchain technology and its potential applications, particularly concerning stablecoin regulation Korea. What is the Open Blockchain & Decentralized Identifier Association (OBDIA)? Founded in 2018 with backing from the Ministry of Science and ICT, OBDIA is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering blockchain development Korea. Its mission revolves around exploring and promoting…
Bitcoin has entered a corrective phase after tagging the $111K region, following a strong multi-week rally. While momentum has cooled, the broader structure remains intact. The price action is showing signs of potential accumulation at support, and traders are watching closely to see if this pullback turns into a deeper correction or a fresh leg up. Technical Analysis By ShayanMarkets The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, BTC is currently holding above the $103K region after sweeping the $101K sell-side liquidity. The previous bullish structure is still valid, and the price is likely targeting the mid-range of the ascending channel.…