MultiversX launches on-chain two-factor authentication standard
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a tried and tested online security measure, and the technology is now being used as an...
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Hidden as colors, crypto seed phrases could hide in plain sight, says dev
A newly released tool called “BIP39 Colors” is turning Bitcoin (BTC) and other crypto wallet seed phrases into colors — giving...
Coinbase’s Base launches mainnet for builders, will onboard users in August
Coinbase’s Base mainnet is now “open for builders,” according to a July 13 blog post from the network’s development team....
US industry watchdogs oppose draft bill on crypto market structure
An alliance of industry watchdogs based in the United States has united to express opposition to a proposed draft bill...
Bitget reserves top $1.44B, claims to be debt free
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget says its total proof-of-reserves ratio has reached 223%. In a July 13 announcement, Bitget revealed that its total...
Celsius Network fined $4.7B by FTC
The United States Federal Trade Commission has issued a $4.7-billion fine against bankrupt crypto lender Celsius Network. However, the judgement...
USB keystroke injectors still a threat to crypto users
The Diabolic Drive’s name sounds as ominous as its potential payload. The recently developed USB wireless keystroke injection tool is...
Blockchain group to push Philippines Web3 adoption via state partnership
The Blockchain Council of the Philippines (BCP) — a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the regulatory framework for blockchain technology...
Understanding the effects on price and market sentiment
Bitcoin (BTC), the pioneering cryptocurrency that sparked a global revolution in digital assets, operates on a unique monetary policy. One...
Polygon proposes upgrading MATIC into a multipurpose token for all chains
Ethereum layer 2 development firm Polygon proposed upgrading its in-house MATIC (MATIC) token into a multipurpose token that can be...
Ethereum scaling protocols drive zero-knowledge proof use in 2023
Ethereum (ETH) scaling protocols are dominating the use of zero-knowledge (ZK) rollups, with major launches, new research and healthy competition key...
BNB Beacon Chain hard fork adds ‘panic’ feature that can ‘halt’ blockchain
The Binance-operated BNB Beacon Chain mainnet is set to add a new feature in its upcoming hard fork, which will...
‘AI helps traders utilize more intuitive strategies,’ says exchange
On July 11, cryptocurrency exchange Bitget launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered feature for its grid trading strategies, leveraging the use...
US government moves nearly 10K Bitcoin worth over $300M related to Silk Road seizure
A cryptocurrency wallet associated with the United States Department of Justice moved approximately 9,825.25 BTC worth around $299 million in...
Cosmos-based Osmosis launches concentrated liquidity, lets LPs choose price
The Cosmos-based decentralized exchange Osmosis (OSMO) has launched a new “concentrated liquidity” feature, according to a July 12 announcement from...
Bitcoin mining difficulty hits all-time high as BTC miner selling peaks
Bitcoin (BTC) mining difficulty reached an all-time high of 53.91 trillion units after the latest difficulty adjustment on July 12....
Crypto scams are down 77% — but this exploit is making a huge comeback
Cryptocurrency scams have fallen a massive 77% from $3.3 billion to $1.1 billion over the first six months of 2023,...
Coinbase Wallet launches instant messaging feature with XMTP
Coinbase Wallet users can now send instant messages to each other using their Ethereum identities, according to a July 12...
Bank of China trials offline payments for digital yuan via SIM cards
Bank of China, one of the largest state-owned banks in China, is currently conducting trials for a novel offline payment...
US GAO explores blockchain for SBA’s small business programs oversight
The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that blockchain technology can help facilitate oversight of various programs run by...
Bad news for Ripple? LBRY judge passes ruling on if secondary crypto sales are securities
Ripple may be holding its breath a bit longer after a United States District Judge refused to rule on if...
Arkham CEO rebuts claims of ‘snitch-to-earn’ program, says it’s to find bad actors
The chief of the startup blockchain intelligence platform Arkham has refuted claims by the crypto community that its new “Intel...
