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Crypto Security Firm Ironblocks Builds 'Firewall' for DeFi Protocols

Blockchain security platform Ironblocks has a new tool for DeFi developers who want to add security to their smart contracts. At launch, the service has three big-ticket users: the zkEVM chain Linea, AltLayer and the layer-2 network Kinto – with more on the way. A cottage industry of crypto security firms police the aftermath of protocol hacks and heists. Now one of them is out with a "firewall" aimed at stopping those thefts beforehand. Blockchain security platform Ironblocks' new tool is a free service for developers who want to add security to their smart contracts, CEO Or Dadosh told CoinDesk.…

DeFiJun 5

GameFi innovator discusses Ethereum’s scalability struggles and future solutions

Speaking to crypto.news, Roman Levi, CTO of Playnance, shared his insights on Ethereum’s scalability challenges and the emerging solutions that might address these issues. Ethereum has long stood at the forefront of blockchain technology, emphasizing security and decentralization. However, as the digital landscape evolves, so too does the challenge of maintaining scalability without compromising its foundational principles. High transaction fees and slower processing times are increasingly driving users and developers towards more efficient alternatives. The persistent quest for balance between core principles and performance is a central theme as Ethereum explores solutions like sharding and rollups. In the midst of…

EthereumJun 5

Floki poised for growth after listing on Revolut

Floki's team announced on X that Revolut's over 40 million users can now easily access the meme coin. Floki made several strategic partnerships earlier, including integrating with Binance Pay. Floki, alongside other meme coins, has rallied since Doge Day. Floki's (FLOKI) team announced in an X post on Monday that the meme coin would be listed on the popular neobank and Fintech platform Revolut. Floki could rise further following key partnerships to boost retail usage. Bitcoin halving and Doge Day propelled meme tokens to record gains Floki joined several other meme coins in an impressive weekend, recording more than a…

AltcoinsJun 5

CFTC Admits Aptos Labs CEO to Digital Assets Committee

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has appointed Aptos Labs CEO Moe SHAIKH to its Digital Assets Markets Subcommittee, in what appears to be an attempt to bridge the gap between traditional financial markets and the digital asset industry. Shaikh’s appointment adds legitimacy to Aptos, a layer 1 blockchain launched in October 2022. The Digital Assets Markets Subcommittee, part of the Global Markets Advisory Committee (GMAC), plays a key role in shaping the CFTC’s rules on international trade and business. Founded in 1998, GMAC is comprised of leading financial executives from major companies such as Citadel, Goldman Sachs and HSBC.…

LegalJun 5

Ethereum Gaming Network Xai Launches Bootcamp to Bring Web2 Devs Into Crypto

The Xai Foundation, the core contributor to the Ethereum layer-3 gaming network Xai built on Arbitrum, announced Wednesday that it has teamed up with venture capital firm Outlier Ventures to help bring more traditional or “Web2” developers into the space. The Xai Tokenomics Bootcamp is designed to streamline the development process for new blockchain games and help support the transition of existing Web2 games into models that work well with crypto infrastructure. Developers can tap Outlier Ventures' expertise in areas such as game asset ownership, token utilization, player rewards, and enhanced security. According to the companies, two games have already…

GameFiJun 5

What is a Bitcoin ATM? A beginner’s guide to buying and selling cryptocurrency

Curious about what is a Bitcoin ATM? Learn about these electronic kiosks that let you buy or sell Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Recently, the popularity and mainstream acceptability of Bitcoin (BTC) have been growing, especially given the Jan. 10 approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The move meant that more people could now take advantage of Bitcoin’s price movements without actually having to own the cryptocurrency itself. This helped boost Bitcoin’s price to its highest ever and, more importantly, made it more legitimate as something you can invest in and use…

BitcoinJun 5

A New Era of DeFi Analytics Begins

In a strategic move to enhance the data accessibility and analytics within the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, Mantle Network has officially integrated with Dune Analytics. This collaboration aims to furnish the burgeoning community of developers, investors, and analysts with sophisticated tools to navigate the complexities of blockchain data. Enhanced Data Accessibility and User Empowerment Mantle, known for its scalable blockchain infrastructure, has now opened a new gateway for data exploration through Dune’s robust analytical platform. The integration comes at a time when the demand for transparent and actionable blockchain data is at an all-time high. Mark, the head of Business…

DeFiJun 5

Ethereum (ETH) Price Struggles Below $4,000 on Sell-Off Concerns

Ethereum’s (ETH) price has had a disappointing trajectory. Despite major bullish events in the last month, the altcoin has barely moved. ETH is now facing a critical resistance level, but flipping it would mean excessive profits, which is also bad for the price. Ethereum in a Rut Ethereum’s price could rally and chart a new all-time high above $4,800, but it would warrant considerable conviction from investors. The possibility of this happening is slightly weak at the moment. This is because any rally would push the total supply of profit upwards, which is a cause for concern. Once this metric…

EthereumJun 5

New Whale Gulps 237,868,630,126 Shiba Inu as SHIB Breaks Symmetrical Triangle

A new whale address has accumulated over 237 billion Shiba Inu tokens amid a recovery push that has seen SHIB break above a multi-week symmetrical triangle. Shiba Inu is witnessing a resurgence of interest, as deep-pocketed investors amass more tokens in anticipation of a massive price upsurge. This confidence in SHIB’s potential has been reignited by recent price movements, which point to growing strength. Whale Amasses 237B SHIB In a notable development, a recently activated whale address just accumulated over 237 billion Shiba Inu tokens. Data from Ethereum blockchain explorer Etherscan confirms that the procurement, which involved exactly 237,868,630,126 SHIB,…

AltcoinsJun 5

How often does the SEC lose crypto lawsuits?

Whether the US Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) is doing a good or bad job enforcing the law over the crypto industry is a matter of perspective. On the one hand, crypto fans will point to the industry’s victories against the regulator as proof that it’s negligent, vague, and ineffectual. On the other, the space’s critics rejoice every time the SEC comes out on top, using such cases as proof that coin promoters are being held accountable for their failures. But when it comes to such legal battles, cases that have gone to court, and punishments handed out to unscrupulous or…

LegalJun 5