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Orbitpad Announces Migration from v1 to v2 for Improved User Experience

Orbitpad plans to launch a migration process from v1 to v2 to resolve a number of systemic issues connected with the staking contract to create a significantly better UX for users overall. Then, once the migration is launched, staking, unstaking, and claiming rewards in v2 dApp will be de facto hands-free for all users. This is because all data is programmed to be moved to the latest smart contract automatically. Orbitpad will be implementing a migration process from v1 to v2 to address all issues related to the staking contract Following this migration, you'll be able to seamlessly engage in…

BlockchainMay 6

Despite market volatility, MicroStrategy's "BTC per Share" reaches near record levels

Quick Take MicroStrategy (MSTR) has recently experienced a pullback in its stock price, currently trading around $1,260 per share, down 35% from its recent high of nearly $2,000. This decline is in line with Bitcoin’s (BTC) 8% pullback over the same period. Despite the recent downturn, MicroStrategy’s stock has outperformed Bitcoin year-to-date — with MSTR up 84% compared to BTC’s 44% gain. Data from the MSTR-tracker shows the “MSTR/BTC Ratio” chart, which illustrates the comparative value between MicroStrategy’s stock price and Bitcoin’s price, which peaked at around 0.028, similar to its 2021 high but has since dropped to 0.02. Additionally,…

BitcoinMay 6

Crypto startups see rapid growth through ‘fluid valuations’ and decentralized cap tables — Bloomberg

Cryptocurrency startups are increasingly adopting an aggressive form of fundraising known as open-ended or rolling funding rounds. This approach allows startups to continuously raise capital and rapidly boost their valuations, in contrast to the traditional venture capital model of discrete funding rounds spaced over several years. According to a report from Bloomberg, the rise of open-ended funding rounds in the crypto industry reflects both the sector’s recovery from the 2022 bear market and venture funds’ desire to deploy previously static cash. With this fundraising model, earlier investors benefit from the rapid increase in a startup’s valuation driven by commitments from…

RegulationMay 6

the "unchain" ticketing with Tezos, Circle and Solana

Crypto news: the OPEN Ticketing Ecosystem is coming, an innovative platform that aims to revolutionize the ticketing industry in an “unchain” way, with the support of Solana, Tezos, and Circle. OPEN is a dynamic ecosystem of builders, projects, and funders committed to challenging the status quo of centralized ticketing to give back control to event organizers, artists, and their fans. OPEN represents the official rebrand of the established GET Protocol, launched in 2016 and which has issued over 5 million tickets for events of various kinds worldwide. Let’s see all the details below. OPEN: the new frontier of crypto ticketing…

AltcoinsMay 6

Coin98 Integrates Blast for Seamless Layer 2 Native Yield Access

A notable leading brand in the Layer 2 blockchain industry, Coin98 has made a significant step by integrating Blast, an Ethereum optimistic rollup innovation, in its newest products. Through the Coin98 Super Wallet and Coin98 Extension, customers can access the native yield possibilities in the Layer 2 ecosystem in a smooth and simple way. Coin98 Super Wallet now integrates @Blast_L2 – The only Ethereum L2 with native yield for ETH and stablecoins. Update #Coin98 Super Wallet and Embrace Blast for Multi-chances today! 👉 https://t.co/ZqQsRDmCC8 Read more about this integration 👉 https://t.co/BZcm1DORzv pic.twitter.com/ticwN4Cfyo — Coin98 Super Wallet (@coin98_wallet) May 4, 2024…

BlockchainMay 6

God Candle Loading, Crypto Analysts Urge Investors to Prepare for Mighty Bitcoin Halving Impact

Analysts emphasize understanding post-halving impacts for crypto investors. Doctor Profit warns against overlooking minor price fluctuations in crypto. FTM’s 205x surge post-halving highlights potential for altcoins. As the cryptocurrency market braces for Bitcoin’s upcoming halving event, analysts are urging participants to grasp the potential outcomes post-halving. Among them is Doctor Profit, a respected figure in bitcoin and crypto price analysis renowned for his precise forecasts. There a many newbie investors in this space, many people with not much knowledge about each crypto cycle. They think price fluctuations of 10-20% are big moves BIG NO! This market is preparing itself for…

BitcoinMay 6

Securitize, Agora, Moso, Hinkal, X10 clinch new funds

Cryptocurrency companies closed the week with nearly $62 million in venture capital (VC) raised from various firms, including BlackRock. Securitize receives $47 million Securitize, a leading player in digital asset securities, walked away with the bulk of the funds raised over the past few days. The company closed a significant funding round on May 1, raising $47 million. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, led the effort. Securitize is excited to announce that we have completed a $47 million funding round led by @BlackRock together with @hamilton_lane, @paraficapital, @Tradeweb, and strategic investors @AptosLabs, @circle and @Paxos. This further proves that…

RegulationMay 6

Zokyo clears audit report for IOTA's EVM L2

IOTA received clearance from Zokyo after the audit process concluded. This pertains to its EVM L2, which will likely enter the market soon. The development has been shared by IOTA and confirmed by Zokyo. This marks the completion of the final and the most crucial step in preparation for the launch. Zokyo has called this a triple success in its announcement, adding that IOTA scores a perfect hundred in the report. The Tangle technology by IOTA now aims to empower global protocols for a connected future backed by top-tier security. Community members have called this great news and congratulated the…

AltcoinsMay 6

Solv Protocol Announces Integration of Babylon’s Restaking Yield into SolvBTC

The biggest crypto Bitcoin has recently experienced limitations concerning programmability and scalability, hampering its real-world usability. Hence, Solv Protocol, a decentralized platform for liquidity infrastructure, has announced the integration of the restaking yield of Babylon. Babylon is a blockchain project designing security-sharing protocols concerning the decentralized economy. In its latest post on X, Solv Protocol disclosed the latest initiative. Solv Protocol x @babylon_chain We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Babylon, bringing native BTC restaking yields to SolvBTC. This integration will enable SolvBTC to be used to help secure PoS chains, roll-ups, and AVS, unlocking use cases for the large…

BlockchainMay 6

Bitcoin’s halving unlikely to affect price in next 18 months, Kaiko says

Bitcoin’s halving won’t spark a lasting bull run over the next 12-18 months, relying on new investors through spot ETFs in the U.S. and in Hong Kong. The highly anticipated fourth Bitcoin halving is expected to have a less significant impact on the cryptocurrency’s trajectory over the next 12-18 months, according to analysts at Kaiko. Contrary to earlier expectations, the decrease in miners’ rewards from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC may not serve as the primary catalyst for Bitcoin‘s growth, according to a recent research report from the Paris-based blockchain firm. “It [Bitcoin] may have enjoyed massive returns following its…

BitcoinMay 6