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WAX Coin, the native utility token of the WAXP blockchain, is designed to streamline e-commerce transactions by offering faster, simpler, and more secure processes. Launched in 2017, WAX employs a Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) consensus mechanism and is fully compatible with the EOS blockchain. This article delves into the unique features and benefits of WAX Coin, as well as how and where it can be purchased. Contents hide 1 What Makes WAX (WAXP) Unique? 2 How to Buy WAXP Coin? 3 Concrete Steps to Maximize WAXP Benefits What Makes WAX (WAXP) Unique? WAXP aims to revolutionize e-commerce by providing…

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Decentralized oracle network Chainlink announced that Soneium, an Ethereum L2 blockchain developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs, has joined the Chainlink Scale program, gaining access to Chainlink data feeds on the Soneium Minato testnet. Trusted by many companies such as Base, Starknet, and Sonic Labs (formerly known as the Fantom Foundation), Chainlink data feeds provide safe and secure access to real-time data critical to the development of decentralized applications (dApps) on Soneium. The strategic partnership also includes the integration of the Chainlink Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) as Soneium’s canonical cross-chain infrastructure. According to Jun WATANABE, Chairman of Sony Block Solutions…

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Bitcoin’s yen-denominated price on the Tokyo-based bitFlyer exchange dropped nearly 15%, significantly more than its dollar-denominated price on Western exchanges. This was influenced by the yen’s sharp appreciation following Japan’s 0.25% interest rate hike. The yen’s strong performance, rising almost 10% against the USD in three weeks, led to the unwinding of carry trades, contributing to the sell-off in risk assets, including bitcoin. Bitcoin’s (BTC) yen-denominated price tanked nearly 15% on the Tokyo-based bitFlyer exchange, registering bigger losses than its dollar-denominated price, which fell 11%, on Western exchanges. Trading volume on bitFlyer has surged 241% in 24 hours, topping the…

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CryptoPunks dominate the NFT landscape, capturing the market attention with remarkable sales. The week’s best sale was undoubtedly CryptoPunk #6634, which totalled $685,120. This further shows the public’s sustainable interest in owning CryptoPunks. CryptoPunk has been at the forefront in terms of the largest-selling NFT during the last seven days. These stats show the growing demand for NFTs in the crypto market. TOP #NFT SALES IN THE LAST 7D Among largest sales in the last 7D are: #Fidenza#CryptoPunksLargest Sale: CryptoPunk #6634 – $685.12K pic.twitter.com/XJ0fVupbqF — PHOENIX – Crypto News & Analytics (@pnxgrp) September 15, 2024 Following CryptoPunk, Fidenza Art Makes…

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Markets and investors are preparing for the interest rate decision to be announced by the US Federal Reserve (FED) next Wednesday. Although the general expectation is a 25 basis point discount, a 50 basis point discount is priced in at a large rate of 47%. How Will the FED’s Decision Affect Bitcoin (BTC) and Risky Assets? While it remains unclear whether the FED will make a 25 basis point or 50 basis point cut, economists said that there could be a possible selling wave in risky assets such as Bitcoin following the FED’s interest rate decision. Speaking to The Block,…

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Tron (TRX) network founder Justin Sun revealed his ambitious plans for the future of the blockchain platform in a recent social media post. Sun announced that he will be conducting an exclusive interview with leading influencer Mario Nawfal, who has 1.6 million followers on platform X. The interview is scheduled for next Monday. During the announcement, Sun stated that he believes the TRON network is on the verge of a major breakthrough in the memecoin space. He suggested that the popularity of memecoins, especially those on the TRON network, is just beginning to grow. Sun claimed that a memecoin with…

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Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has criticized the Ethereum layer-2 network ZKsync because it still operates like a multisig system despite claims of community-led governance. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Yakovenko argued that the same “honest majority” assumptions apply to ZKsync because its system’s legal or technical control could easily fall under the jurisdiction of a court, compromising its decentralization. According to him: “Enough of the token holders to create a quorum and enough of the ‘professional security council’ could be within reach of a rando US bankruptcy judge that could order all of them take all the bridged…

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Today, enjoy the On the Margin newsletter on Blockworks.co. Tomorrow, get the news delivered directly to your inbox. Subscribe to the On the Margin newsletter. Welcome to the On the Margin Newsletter, brought to you by Ben Strack and Casey Wagner.Here’s what you’ll find in today’s edition: A look at where we stand headed into next week’s Federal Reserve interest rate decision. Bitcoin ETFs have been on the US market for 8 months. Let’s look at the numbers to see how they’re doing. Happy Friday! We break down some economic data from this week. Anyone have a Magic 8 Ball?…

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GameSwift has partnered with Fetch.ai to change how people strategically use their power, creating new ways to earn money regarding the ongoing technology trends. As the first gaming partner of the Fetch.ai Foundation, it is clear that GameSwift will modernize the gaming sector in an agent-centric world. GameSwift announced this strategic partnership on the official X account. Explore our partnership with @Fetch_ai and GameSwift’s role in the Fetch Foundation with Maria Minaricova (Fetch) and Peter Busch (Bosch).👉 Users profit by using their computing power for AI advancements via agent infrastructure.👉 GameSwift, as the Foundation’s first gaming… pic.twitter.com/nfzGlCuRGL — GameSwift AI…

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For the first time since February, Bitcoin’s (BTC) price has fallen below $50,000. In the early hours of August 5, the coin ranked as the most valuable cryptocurrency dropped as low as $49,032. The decrease is part of a broader crypto sell-off that has caused panic in the market. Further, this development was also a result of macroeconomic factors affecting the crypto ecosystem. Global Market Changes Force Bitcoin Down According to Bloomberg, the Bank of Japan’s unexpected increase in interest rates is one reason Bitcoin and the crypto market at large are feeling the heat today. Following the development, the…

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