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This is a segment from the 0xResearch newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. Focusing on EVM chains, the Flipside’s Onchain Users Report tracked both record growth and emerging challenges in maintaining engagement quality. Here are a few trends to watch in 2025. Record user growth Newly acquired users reached a record 19.4 million in October, with Base contributing 13.7m — “almost 8x the runner-up, Polygon,” the report notes. This explosive growth was attributed to Coinbase’s vast user base and Base’s focus on “trending sectors like memecoin trading and onchain AI via new initiatives like Based Agents.” An “acquired user” is…
Aave proposes freezing bridged assets on Polygon to mitigate risks. Polygon’s governance opposes Aave’s proposal, citing anti-competitive concerns. The Aave community is debating whether to cease its operations on Polygon, following concerns about the risk profile of bridged assets. This stems from a Dec. 13 proposal by Aave Chain founder Marc Zeller to revise risk parameters for Aave v2 and v3 on Polygon. Zeller’s proposal was prompted by Polygon’s governance discussing a plan to stake over $1 billion in stablecoin reserves on protocols like Morpho and Yearn to generate yields. The proposed adjustments include setting loan-to-value (LTV) ratios to 0%,…
This is a segment from the 0xResearch newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. The Ethereum community is at a cultural crossroads as heated reactions to prominent contributor Max Resnick’s departure reveal deeper tensions around governance and dissent. Resnick’s critiques of Ethereum’s governance and scalability approach drew overwhelmingly negative reactions, including accusations of being a “Solana plant” and other ad hominem attacks. These responses highlight broader issues in Ethereum’s social layer and decision-making processes. Maximalism in Ethereum Ethereum maximalism has begun to mirror some of the less constructive traits of Bitcoin maximalism. Arguments abound that dissent is increasingly silenced, with critics…
Mark Longo, the owner of internet celebrity Peanut the Squirrel, has taken legal action against global crypto exchange Binance. He alleges that the company infringed on his intellectual property rights by using images and narratives of Peanut without permission. Peanut the Squirrel (PNUT) Price Unmoved Despite Legal Action Longo claims this unauthorized use infringes on his rights and also dilutes the originality of his creative work. “My legal team initiated action against Binance for the unauthorized use of my intellectual property, including images and stories featuring my beloved animals. This is the first of multiple cease and desist letters to…
Arkham Intelligence has partnered with Sui Network to integrate Sui blockchain data into its analytics platform. The collaboration will provide Sui (SUI) users access to Arkham’s tools, including dashboards, entity and address pages, real-time alerts, and visual tracing features. The partnership also involves Walrus Protocol, a decentralized data storage solution being developed by Mysten Labs, the creators of Sui. Arkham (ARKM) plans to explore potential use cases for Walrus within its Intel Platform. This move highlights efforts to enhance on-chain transparency and expand blockchain analytics for Sui’s growing ecosystem. ANNOUNCING ARKHAM X SUIWe’re partnering with @SuiNetwork to add Sui blockchain…
In a world where digital assets are quickly becoming a cornerstone of global finance, the United States stands at a crossroads. The Trump administration has repeatedly emphasized its dedication to making everyday Americans more prosperous. From pledging to restore economic strength on the campaign trail to appointing forward-thinking advisors, the White House seems poised to usher in a new era of financial freedom. But if President Trump truly wants to supercharge wealth creation for average citizens—and establish the U.S. as the world’s leading “Bitcoin Superpower”—his administration must embrace a bold, transformative policy: eliminate capital gains taxes on Bitcoin. This global…
Panther Protocol Foundation (PPF) has joined forces with PureFi to enable privacy-enhanced and compliant on-chain transactions. Through this strategic partnership, PureFi will become an official Zone Manager within Panther’s Shielded Pool. It will unlock a groundbreaking integration of confidentiality and regulatory compliance for financial services. Panther Protocol Foundation is a privacy-focused DeFi infrastructure that ensures regulatory compliance. The other partner, PureFi, is a leading KYC/KYT solutions provider for decentralized finance (DeFi). PureFi’s Zone Combines Privacy and Compliance Panther’s Shielded Pool introduces Zones, logically partitioned environments. In these environments, users can conduct transactions that preserve confidentiality. PureFi’s role as a Zone…
Ethereum relatively sluggish price performance compared to Bitcoin’s continuous rise appears to have captured the attention of crypto analysts. While Bitcoin has created a new peak above $106,000 earlier today, Ethereum’s price still sits below $4,000 with a current trading price of $3,943, marking a modest 1.4% increase over the past 24 hours. However, despite this slow pace, some analysts see signs of strength and potential growth for Ethereum in the near term. Retest Before The Major Rally One notable analyst, CryptoBullet, shared his insights on X, drawing comparisons between the current market environment and Ethereum’s January 2021 rally. “Second…
Ripple, an enterprise-focused blockchain service closely related to the XRP Ledger (XRP), said it will start making its highly-anticipated U.S. dollar stablecoin accessible to users on Tuesday, Dec. 17 following the token’s regulatory approval. RLUSD will be initially listed on several exchanges and crypto platforms including Uphold, MoonPay, Archax and CoinMENA, the company said in a press release, with further listings on Bitso, Bullish, Bitstamp, Mercado Bitcoin and Independent Reserve, Zero Hash and others in the coming weeks. The company also announced two additions to its stablecoin advisory board: Raghuram Rajan, former governor of the Reserve Bank of India, and…
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is seeking feedback on its plans to improve transparency in the UK’s cryptocurrency markets. The proposals focus on admissions, disclosures, and market abuse regimes to enhance the integrity of crypto markets and help people make informed financial decisions. The FCA’s Discussion Paper DP24/4 outlines plans for firms to adopt stronger controls to prevent harm and suggests that certain firms, such as authorized crypto trading platforms, share information to prevent market abuse. This could reduce fraud and promote good practices. The FCA encourages industry input to help shape new disclosure methods that will ensure consumers understand…