According to the latest figures, over the past 38 days, starting from Aug. 10, 2024, the total value locked in decentralized finance (defi) protocols has slipped by $5.07 billion. Despite this decrease, ethereum continues to pour into liquid staking derivative (LSD) platforms, with 29 distinct LSDs pulling in nearly $1 billion worth of ether during…
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Over the weekend, a crypto trader turned 70 SOL into $3 million with a Solana-based token. However, the investor’s success story was overshadowed by the controversial launch of the memecoin that made it possible. Trader Makes $3 Million In Minutes A crypto trader made millions in 30 minutes after investing $9,923 in Solana-based memecoin BAKED.…
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The rising trend of “re-staking” has driven significant cryptocurrency investments into platforms that reward users for locking up their tokens. Leading this movement is Seattle-based startup Eigenlayer, which secured $100 million in funding from Andreessen Horowitz’s crypto arm in February. Eigenlayer has attracted $18.8 billion worth of crypto to its platform from less than $400…
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Veteran trader Peter Brandt has issued a stark warning about the future of crypto staking, calling it “the biggest disasters yet to come in crypto.” He predicts significant disasters, bankruptcies, and personal financial losses within the sector. His warning followed the approval of spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission…
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Technical indicators and developments point to Near Protocol, Stacks, Sei Network, Sponge V2, and Bitcoin Minetrix as strong options for the best crypto to buy today. Image by cryptonews.com. Stacks’ near 30% STX price increase so far today has captured the attention of market observers, and it stands out among the best cryptos to buy…
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Optimism’s OP price surged 26.80% as Kraken enabled Tether deposits on the network. Image by akif, Adobe Stock. The recent price surge of the native Optimism token OP may be driven by Kraken’s launch of Tether (USDT) deposits and withdrawals on the Optimism network. $USDT @tether_to deposits and withdrawals are now available on @optimismFND !…
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BLUR, PYTH, MINA, BTCETF, and BTCMTX showcase crypto potential as the best to buy now before takeoff. Image by cryptonews.com. The BLUR price is seeing a considerable price boost from its Binance listing, elevating it to one of the best crypto to buy now. Meanwhile, PYTH and MINA continue to show promising signs of growth…
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Coinbase responded to Maryland’s order by adjusting its staking services for state residents. Image by mehaniq41, Adobe Stock. In an unfolding development, the US cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase announced the suspension of its staking services in Maryland today via an e-mail to its customers. The decision follows a preliminary cease and desist order issued by the…
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With Bitcoin still trying to mount $35,000, analysts have flagged several cryptocurrencies as some of the best crypto to buy now. Image by cryptonews.com. With Bitcoin still trying to surmount the $35,000 level, analysts have flagged Aave (AAVE), Solana (SOL), The Sandbox (SAND), Bitcoin Minetrix (BTCMTX), and Meme Kombat (MK) as some of the best…
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Declining staking yields and rising stake rates stir questions about the long-term viability of staking crypto. Image by Sweeann, Adobe Stock. As proof of stake networks see a surge in stake rates, a consequent plummet in staking yields is concerning investors and market watchers. According to a third-quarter report from Staked, a subsidiary of the…
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