Gaming Giant Nexon Taps Polygon for NFT Game MapleStory Universe
Cute and on-chain: the massive MapleStory franchise will enter Web3 with its own dedicated Supernet on Ethereum scaling network Polygon.
IRS Considers Taxing NFTs Like Physical Art, Collectibles
The guidance could classify NFTs as collectibles, similar to art and gems, and impact IRAs and capital gains taxes.
Polygon, Immutable Partner for New zkEVM Ethereum Gaming Network
Immutable zkEVM will pair Polygon’s tech and Immutable’s gaming platform for an Ethereum-centric home for Web3 game developers.
‘No Intention of Keeping What Is Not Ours,’ Euler Finance Hacker Says
The attacker has offered to try to "come to an agreement" over the nearly $200 million worth of crypto it swiped last week.
Arbitrum’s Airdrop Is Just Around the Corner—How Much Will ARB Be Worth?
With Arbitrum’s latest airdrop hitting the market on Thursday, analysts are scrambling to put a price on the latest layer-2 token.
How Damaging Was the Euler Hack to DeFi's 'Money Legos' Promise?
The draining of $200 million from Euler is one of the biggest losses in DeFi for some time. Still, the "money legos" narrative isn't dead.
Helium Plunges 23% After Binance Delisting, Solana Delay
Helium faces more troubles after the world's biggest crypto exchange decided to delist its native token.
Bitcoin Tops $26,000 as Market Sentiment Turns Risk-On
Bitcoin’s price has broken above $26,000, as stock market gains and a declining dollar yield saw investors flock to risk-on assets.
What Is Gnosis?
While Gnosis itself serves as an open framework, prediction markets are realized in third-party dApps built on top the Gnosis Chain, such as Azuro, Omen, and Reality Card.
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Why Was Signature Bank Really Shut Down?
Deliberate attack on the digital asset industry or run-of-the-mill regulatory action? Depends who you want to believe.
How Centrifuge Is Making DeFi Impactful With Real-World Assets
DeFi platform Centrifuge is unlocking "affordable access to capital" with Real-World Assets, helping small businesses access DeFi liquidity.
Here Are the Stablecoins That Thrived as USDC Wobbled
USDC briefly depegged last weekend when Circle announced it had exposure to Silicon Valley Bank. Investors flocked to these alternatives.
DeFi Lender Euler Finance Drained of $197M In Flash Loan Exploit
Euler Finance suffered an exploit of at least $197 million. Reports indicate the attacker used flash loans to nab a variety of assets.
HSBC UK Acquires Silicon Valley Bank's UK Branch For £1
The UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt said that that SVB UK customers' deposits will be "protected, with no taxpayer support."
Making Ethereum Wallets Smarter Is the Next Challenge—and Visa Is Among Those Working on It
Crypto wallets are criticized for their clunky UX, but that may soon change thanks to a few crypto projects—and the world’s largest payment network.
EVE Online Creator CCP Raises $40M to Create Web3 EVE Game
CCP Games is bullish on blockchain technology, joining major game makers like Ubisoft and Square Enix.
Sony's Latest NFT Patent Push Suggests Web3 Path for PlayStation
The PlayStation 5 maker is stacking NFT-related patent applications, pointing to a more open future for the gaming giant.
Crypto Firms Answering Hong Kong's Call for Web3 Leadership
Hong Kong is eager to become a crypto hub—and digital asset companies are sizing up the opportunities.
This Week on Crypto Twitter: Pundits Perform Post-Mortem on Crypto Bank Crisis
Also, a bold public bet over whether U.S. hyperinflation is coming, and bringing with it sky-high Bitcoin prices.
When Brigitte Macron Came to NFT Paris
France's first lady showed up at an NFT convention and even minted an NFT. Europe is welcoming crypto as the US pushes it out.
Crypto Wallet Prototype Discovered Inside Microsoft Edge Browser
The unreleased features suggest the tech giant is considering a deeper move into Web3.
'The Walking Dead: Empires' Preview: A Casual Zombie RPG With NFT Perks
It’s like Diablo 3 meets Animal Crossing, but with zombies (and NFTs). We go hands-on with the upcoming Web3 game from Gala Games.
Bitcoin Rallies as Silicon Valley Bank Parent Files for Bankruptcy
Stocks slumped today, but Bitcoin is doing remarkably well—all while the banking industry faces a crisis.
Ark Invest Floats New Crypto Fund as Markets Roil
The fund, registered in the U.S. and the Cayman Islands, is a private placement not available to the public.
Moonpay CEO: 'We Really Want to Pass the Mom Test' for Mass NFT Adoption
The MoonPay CEO wants to get NFTs and crypto into the hands of the masses via slick UX and partnerships with household brands.
Federal Police Take Down 'Dark Web Cryptocurrency Laundromat', Seize $42M in Bitcoin
Authorities allege criminals used ChipMixer to launder illicit funds gained from drug and weapons trafficking.
Curve Finance, Uniswap Trade Volumes Soared Amid USDC Depeg
As volumes soared across Curve and Uniswap amid USDC briefly losing its peg, liquidity providers have also raked in some serious cash.
Crypto Fund Outflows Hit All-Time High Last Week, $255M in Bitcoin, Ethereum
The cumulative weekly outflows for crypto funds last week hit their highest since CoinShares began tracking the sector.
Web3 Game Publisher Jungle Raises $6 Million for Mobile NFT Shooter
Jungle has attracted investments from prominent VC firms including Bitkraft Ventures, Framework Ventures, and Delphi Digital.