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The world has significantly improved since crypto became mainstream. Through crypto, NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), blockchain technology, and the Web3 universe, crypto enthusiasts will encounter many new experiences that will change how we view and use the online space. And if you are passionate about NFTs but don’t always feel that buying them is profitable, we’ve prepared some July NFT airdrops and giveaways that might catch your attention. Table of contents Ethereum NFT Drops FTLS Reimagined Otterly Xylocats Eclipse Solana NFT Drops Radicals The Ark of Noah Pitahayas on Sol Polygon NFT Drops Metamusex – Men Crypto Robots City Base NFT…
Crypto exchange BloFin believes the imminent launch of spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US will drive a short-term surge in ETH prices as investors shift their attention from Bitcoin to the second-largest crypto asset by market capitalization, according to a June 26 research note shared with CryptoSlate. The exchange, citing various data points such as options skewness, portfolio adjustments, and whale holdings, noted that the ETFs’ launch would likely boost Ethereum’s short-term price. BloFin analysts said: “The relative strength of BTC has lasted for several months, but investors are changing their views: they seem to believe that the…
Shiba Inu, the lead developer, reacts as the Ethereum founder presents features that a celebrity meme coin must have to attract his respect. The meme coin scene has seen a notable exchange between Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin and Shiba Inu lead developer Shytoshi Kusama. This interaction unfolded on X, sparked by a discussion initiated by Chris Buniske, a partner at crypto hedge fund Placeholder. Buniske pointed out the potential of a MOTHER, a meme coin tied to Iggy Azalea. He suggested it could be a pioneering example of sustainable value creation in the ongoing wave of celebrity-backed cryptocurrencies. This observation…
Trump hints at pro-Bitcoin advocate Vivek Ramaswamy for VP, praising his business expertise. Ramaswamy’s Bitcoin support distinguishes him in the political landscape. Ramaswamy’s VP selection could attract tech-savvy voters and shape GOP economic policies. Since it became clear that the 2024 presidential election was going to be a rematch between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, political observers have turned their attention to Trump’s potential running mate. Candidates usually look for a vice presidential candidate to balance the ticket geographically, ideologically, or demographically. Pro-Bitcoin advocate Vivek Ramaswamy, however, is a surprising contender in Trump’s consideration of a vice president. NEW: Vivek…
Sci-fi arena combat game Moonray has launched its play-to-airdrop campaign, with successful participants eligible to receive the project’s native token once it launches, barring regional restrictions. This comes amid the game’s Epic Games Store debut. Every day, players are given the challenge to place in the top half of five games, and completing this will help you progress further through the airdrop campaign—in a similar style to the popular battle pass system from Fortnite and other games. On top of this, gamers will earn a “considerable bonus” based on where they place among the top 1,000 players overall. To enhance…
Recent 13F SEC filings have revealed several major US financial institutions are allocating serious money to Bitcoin via spot ETFs, with these filings disclosing the holdings of institutional investors with over $100 million allocated. After the SEC approved several spot Bitcoin ETFs earlier this year, investors have eagerly awaited these disclosures. The filings reveal names like the State of Wisconsin Investment Board, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan and others. Now, the latest disclosure shows mammoth financial services firm Morgan Stanley has bought $269.9 million worth of Grayscale’s GBTC. This makes Morgan Stanley one of the largest institutional holders of GBTC, besides Susquehanna’s…
ONTO Wallet has partnered with Swiss fintech Fiat24 to offer NFT-powered digital banking services. Users can now open Swiss IBAN accounts within the ONTO app and manage their tokens seamlessly. This partnership integrates Web3 technology into real-world applications. It also highlights the potential of decentralized identity (DID) systems in revolutionizing digital banking. Fiat24 and ONTO Wallet Offer Swiss IBAN Accounts via NFT Integration DID systems help users directly govern their digital identities, which are more private and secure than traditional identification schemes. These systems are expected to play significant roles in the future of banking and DeFi. These systems also…
According to a recent report by Forbes, Point72 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm that was launched by billionaire Steven Cohen, is ditching fintech and cryptocurrencies in order to focus on artificial intelligence. Several investors from fintech and crypto teams have been fired, according to anonymous sources cited by the outlet. Apart from AI, Cohen’s VC firm has also prioritized defense industry startups. Point72 told Forbes that it keeps “optimizing” its strategy based on emerging market opportunities. As reported by U.Today, Cohen, whose net worth is estimated to be $19.8 billion, revealed that he owned “a little bit” of Bitcoin…
Cardano (ADA) founder, Charles Hoskinson, posted on X, expressing his disdain for a few in the crypto media, highlighting the “profound disconnect between reality and opinion with the cryptocurrency influencer and media perception of Cardano versus its actual fundamentals.” Never in my career have I seen such a profound disconnect between reality and opinion with the cryptocurrency influencer and media perception of Cardano versus its actual fundamentals. We are on the verge of the most significant hard fork in the history of the project, tons of… — Charles Hoskinson (@IOHK_Charles) June 6, 2024 Hoskinson pointed out that the Cardano blockchain…
A recent report highlights the impending impact of the European Union’s Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA) on cryptocurrency trading surveillance. Commissioned by Eventus, the report, “The Impact of MiCA on Crypto Market Surveillance: Insights and Challenges,” draws from interviews with senior executives at 68 firms involved in crypto trade, conducted by Acuiti. MiCA, a pioneering regulatory framework within a major financial jurisdiction, is prompting a surge in efforts to establish comprehensive market surveillance systems across the industry. The regulation, akin to the EU’s Market Abuse Regulation (MAR), mandates stringent requirements for market participants, ushering in new operational standards. According…