In a groundbreaking development, the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, announced its intention to file for a spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded fund (ETF) on November 9th. This news comes just four months after BlackRock filed for a spot Bitcoin ETF, marking a significant shift in the asset manager’s approach to the cryptocurrency market. The filing
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The surge in Ethereum’s price has caught the attention of many investors, and recent data suggests that an anonymous Ethereum whale has taken advantage of this rally. With the intention of depositing over $60 million worth of ETH to Binance, the whale could potentially face a staggering loss of $180 million if they decide to
Bitcoin (BTC) has once again defied expectations and surged to a new yearly high, leaving many in awe and igniting speculation about whether it can break the $40,000 milestone. After a brief consolidation phase, the leading cryptocurrency regained its bullish momentum and soared to a peak of $38,000 before retracing to its current trading level
The upcoming NFT game, SailWars, takes gamers back to the thrilling era of 17th-century maritime battles and piracy. Developed by Dot.GAMING Studio, SailWars offers players a unique experience of strategic warfare, simulation management, and intense PvP battles. With plans to launch on the Immutable zkEVM ecosystem in Q2 of 2024, the game is set to
Ether (ETH) experienced an unexpected surge on November 9th, with an 8% rally that propelled it past the $2,000 barrier. This significant price level is the highest Ether has reached in the past six months, grabbing the attention of cryptocurrency enthusiasts and investors alike. The catalyst behind this rally was the news of BlackRock registering
In a significant move for the Japanese startup ecosystem, SBI Holdings, a prominent financial company, is set to launch a $663 million fund aimed at supporting Web3, AI, and other fintech startups. This fund, expected to be operational by the end of the year, marks a crucial development in a nation where venture capital funds
The European Parliament recently voted in favor of the Data Act, a legislation that aims to establish rules in various domains, including the development of smart contracts. With 481 votes in favor, 31 against, and 71 abstentions, the act now awaits formal approval from the European Council to become law. However, the possible effects of
The race for supremacy among Ethereum layer-2 networks is heating up, leading users to raise questions about the unique features, use cases, and strategies employed by each network to attract more Web3 users. In this episode of Hashing It Out, Cartesi co-founders Colin Steil and Erick de Moura discuss the significance of app-specific rollup protocols
HSBC, one of the most prominent banks in the global banking sector, has taken a significant step into the digital asset space. The bank’s recent announcement to offer custody services for tokenized securities signifies a new development in the financial industry’s adoption of blockchain technology. This move demonstrates HSBC’s willingness to explore new opportunities and
Trust Wallet’s native token, TWT, has experienced a significant price drop of -21%, leading some investors to question the future of Trust Wallet. This decline can be attributed to Binance’s recent announcement regarding the launch of their own Web3 self-custody wallet. This unexpected competition has raised concerns among market participants and has prompted a reassessment
