Gambling for science: Ideosphere wants to fund research with prediction markets

In recent developments, ideosphere wants to redirect crypto’s speculative energy into scientific prediction markets, betting on research results that finance scientific research. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

China raises alarm over alleged US role in one of the largest Bitcoin hacks

In recent developments, after announcing the “largest forfeiture action” in the history of the DOJ, the US faces questions about how it accessed the over 127,000 Bitcoin stolen from the…

Your crypto wallet is your digital passport

In recent developments, crypto wallets have evolved beyond asset storage into portable identity containers and self-custodial hubs, using zero-knowledge proofs. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as liquidity…

JPMorgan, DBS eye deposit tokens as cross-bank alternative to stablecoins

In recent developments, as of 2024, at least one-third of commercial banks were exploring or piloting tokenized deposits, according to a survey by the Bank for International Settlements. Looking closer,…

Argentina turns up the heat in Libra scandal with sweeping asset freeze

In recent developments, argentina’s order against Hayden Davis marks the latest move in the $250 million Libra fraud probe now spanning courts in Buenos Aires and New York. Looking closer,…

‘We should migrate now’ to post-quantum encryption, researcher says

In recent developments, gianluca Di Bella claimed quantum computing already makes encryption and ZK-proofs vulnerable due to “harvest now, decrypt later” risks. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

Privacy tools are rising behind institutional adoption, says ZKsync dev

In recent developments, institutions are exploring blockchain settlement, but they cannot move forward without system-level privacy, says ZKsync developer. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as liquidity flows,…

Ethereum holders back in profit as ETH price gears up for $4K breakout

In recent developments, ethereum investors are back in profit, raising the chance for a rally to $4,000, but resistance at $3,800 could delay recovery. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Bitcoin ETF demand stalls as US shutdown optimism fails to lift sentiment

In recent developments, bitcoin ETF inflows and Strategy’s BTC acquisitions have been the main vehicles fueling Bitcoin’s momentum this year, according to market analysts. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Bitcoin sees key $107K rejection: Watch these BTC price support levels next

In recent developments, bitcoin failed to find support at $107,000 as its rebound stopped short of a bull market comeback; analysis warned of new “OG selling pressure” to come. Looking…