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Economist Alex Krüger says that Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto are in a supercycle, expecting the market phase to be more than a meme this time around. In a new discussion on the A blocmates Orange podcast, Krüger says that Wall Street and the traditional finance world have “dramatically” changed the market structure of digital assets. Because of the new nature of the crypto markets, Krüger says volatility to the downside will be much more limited and that buying pressure will vastly increase due to pressure from Wall Street to increase their exposure to digital assets. “The way we see it…

The Zcash Foundation announced at the Zcash Community Forum that the Zcash 4 Grants Committee approved a key proposal at its latest meeting aimed at expanding the Zcash ecosystem. This expansion will be achieved by creating and providing a browser-compatible library with the necessary primitives for online wallets and browser plugins. This breakthrough is a significant step for Zcash as it highlights the ongoing efforts to improve the functionality and accessibility of ZEC, especially in the world of online applications. MetaMask, a popular Ethereum-based wallet, has shown its support for Zcash by donating $150,000. This financial assistance is primarily aimed…

Bitlayer teamed up with LayerZero Labs to improve cross-chain interoperability within its ecosystem. This partnership will use LayerZero’s open-source, immutable messaging protocol. This will allow Bitlayer projects to create dApps that communicate seamlessly across over 90 blockchain networks. Furthermore, the integration will let developers bridge funds across over 300 decentralized applications operating within Bitlayer’s ecosystem. Now…Loading…Layer Zero…We’re stoked to announce our integration with @LayerZero_Labs!LayerZero’s open-source, immutable messaging protocol enhances cross-chain interoperability by removing fees and simplifying bridging. Now integrated with Bitlayer, this collaboration… pic.twitter.com/fLAvrFKBIg — Bitlayer (@BitlayerLabs) September 27, 2024 LayerZero’s Protocol Eliminates Transaction Fees LayerZero’s messaging protocol will eliminate…

The Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) community has successfully passed a pivotal upgrade, potentially shaping the token’s future trajectory. The Tax2Gas proposal, developed by Genuine Labs, received overwhelming support, with over 67% of validators and delegators voting in favor. This crucial upgrade aims to streamline the tax handling process by integrating it directly into the transaction gas fees, thereby enhancing efficiency and minimizing manual calculations. Vote results by Validatorinfo Automating Tax Calculation with Tax2Gas Previously, the tax management process for Terra Luna Classic involved labor-intensive manual calculations, which often led to inefficiencies. The newly approved Tax2Gas upgrade addresses these challenges by…

On July 28, 2024, bitcoin was trading at $67,872 per coin when a dormant bitcoin address created in 2017 transferred 121.63 BTC, now valued at $8.25 million, after more than seven years. Dormant Bitcoin Address Transfers $8.25M This Sunday, at block height 854,349, btcparser.com’s Bitcoin blockchain parser identified a transfer from a 2017 address, moving 121.63 BTC for the first time in seven years and three months. The Pay-to-Public-Key-Hash (P2PKH) legacy wallet was initially created on April 9, 2017, when bitcoin (BTC) was priced at $1,187 per unit, translating to a 5,617.94% increase from $144,374.81 to over $8.25 million today.…

IOTA Enhances IPR Management TL;DR:The IOTA Foundation has developed a solution prototype within the European Blockchain Pre-Commercial Procurement, funded by the European Commission, to streamline the management of intellectual property rights using distributed ledger technology and Smart Contracts for Media. The prototype solution’s IPR Marketplace platform simplifies securing rights, replacing traditional negotiations with automated, transparent digital contracts. This ensures fair, immediate compensation for rights holders and enhances transparency using Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). “Stuck in the Middle With You” by Stealers Wheel in Reservoir Dogs (1992). “Gimme Shelter” by The Rolling Stones in The Departed (2006). “Sabotage” by Beastie Boys in…

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s keynote address at the Bitcoin 2024 conference on July 27 in Nashville has sent ripples through the cryptocurrency community, igniting a bullish sentiment. Trump’s ambitious promises to make the United States the “crypto capital of the world” have significantly influenced social media and market reactions, making Bitcoin (BTC) the focal point of positive speculation and optimism. Declaring that Bitcoin would one day overtake gold, he highlighted its significance not only as a technological marvel but also as a “miracle of cooperation and human achievement.” Trump’s pro-crypto speech sparks optimism During his speech, Trump unveiled a…

Sovryn, a leader in Bitcoin decentralized finance (BTC-fi), has announced a significant partnership with B² Network, expanding its solutions into a new blockchain ecosystem. This collaboration aims to enhance liquidity and broaden asset offerings, creating exciting user opportunities on both platforms. Sovryn Partners with B² Network to Expand Bitcoin DeFiWe are excited to announce our new partnership with @BSquaredNetwork, expanding our Bitcoin DeFi solutions to a new blockchain ecosystem. This collaboration will enhance liquidity, broaden asset offerings, and create new… pic.twitter.com/kWiHmhrzSZ — Sovryn | DeFi for Bitcoin (@SovrynBTC) September 26, 2024 B² Network will launch a rewards program that provides…

NFT buying and selling require the establishment of a digital wallet. Marketplace selection influences NFT exposure and trading. Improved listing management enhances NFT sale possibility. In the ever-expanding globalization of cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) present the next frontier on how to create wealth out of virtual content. This guide aims at explaining reasons why you should enter the NFT market and how to do it to make potentially large profits. Setting Up Your Digital Wallet The process starts with the choice and setup of an appropriate digital wallet for the execution of an NFT. This is important in establishing a…

Fund flows into exchange-traded products tied to the popular cryptocurrency XRP surged 175% last week, according to the latest report from CoinShares. This week, an additional $700,000 flowed into XRP-related investment products, up from about $400,000 last week. In total, $21 million has been invested in XRP ETPs since the beginning of the year. This result puts the seventh cryptocurrency in the spotlight, with only a few other assets showing better momentum. If previously the surge in flows to XRP could have been related to the imminent decision of the SEC vs. Ripple lawsuit, today, as the court gave its…