DYDX, the native token of the dYdX Chain, has evolved from a governance-only coin to a dynamic, multifaceted asset within six months of its launch. According to a blog post by the dYdX Foundation, DYDX has become the powerhouse of the layer-1 blockchain, enabling decentralized governance and allowing users to stake their tokens for rewards. A Timeline of DYDX’s Launch DYDX was launched in October 2023 alongside the dYdX Chain. Before that, the dYdX Foundation had launched DYDX (now ethDYDX) in August 2021. ethDYDX serves as a governance token for the Ethereum-based layer-2 protocol dYdX v3. In ..read more

Binance’s dominance in Bitcoin trading outside the U.S. is dwindling as offshore exchanges expand their reach and regulatory landscapes evolve, reshaping the competitive dynamics of the digital asset industry. According to data from Kaiko, Binance, once dominating Bitcoin trading markets outside the U.S., has witnessed a decline in its share of BTC trading over the past year, dropping from 81.3% to 55.3%. Binance Loses Global Market Share Similarly, Binance’s proportion fell from 58% to 50.5% for smaller tokens and altcoins. Kaiko attributed these changes to Binance’s discontinuation of its la ..read more

Bitcoin’s fourth halving is already in the history books, and the block rewards have been reduced to 3.125 BTC. Although historically the event has been named the catalyst of a new bull cycle, there’s a lot of controversy now, with many claiming that the effects of this halving are declining. Aside from that, though, there are many other bullish developments on the Bitcoin front that might get you excited in the coming months. If you’re still feeling bearish, you need to know this:… — Lark Davis (@TheCryptoLark) April 27, 2024 ETF Developments Perhaps the most bullish news this year came in ..read more

The portion of Bitcoin miner revenue coming from transaction fees has fallen significantly after surging on the day of the last halving event. A CryptoQuant report revealed that transaction fees now represent 35% of total miner revenue, a significant decline from the 75% recorded on April 19. Transaction Fees Surge During Halving The fourth Bitcoin halving, which took place last Friday, slashed miner block rewards by half to 3.125 bitcoins (BTC), resulting in daily issuance falling from an average of 900 BTC to 450 BTC. On the halving day, daily miner revenue spiked to $100 million, stemming f ..read more

A piece of notebook paper featuring the phrase “Buy Bitcoin,” famously seen in the background during a broadcast featuring then-United States Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen in 2017, has been sold for 16 BTC, equivalent to approximately $1.027 million. The auction, held at PubKey, a Bitcoin-themed bar in New York City, was organized and facilitated by the auction house Scarce.City. Iconic “Buy Bitcoin” Sign Sold in Auction The highest bidder, known pseudonymously as “Squirrekkywrath,” acquired the sign in a week-long auction. The auction was organized by Christian Langalis, also known as th ..read more

Bitcoin’s price actions were quite bearish for the past few days once again as the asset fell to $62,300 yesterday but managed to regain almost two grand since then. The altcoins have also turned green today, with ETH jumping above $3,300 and SOL reclaiming the $140 level. BTC Challenges $64K It was just over a week ago when BTC went through its fourth halving, slashing the block rewards by half for the miners. At the time, the asset’s price had experienced tons of volatility amid the escalating tension between Iran and Israel. After a massive drop to under $59,500, the cryptocurrency jumped b ..read more

Upbit, a cryptocurrency platform based in South Korea, is responsible for over 80% of the country’s trading activity and has become among the world’s leading five exchanges in terms of trading volume. According to a Bloomberg report, Upbit’s customers were responsible for nearly a fifth of the total deposits from its major banking partners last year. Upbit’s Dominance Sparks Concerns Upbit’s dominance has drawn criticism and concerns, particularly as South Korea moves to enact new legislation aimed at protecting investors following the TerraUSD stablecoin collapse in 2022. The upcoming regulat ..read more

SlowMist, in collaboration with imToken, has uncovered a new breed of cryptocurrency scam that targets users in physical offline transactions, utilizing USDT as the mode of payment. This fraudulent scheme operates by tampering with Ethereum node Remote Procedure Calls (RPC) to defraud unsuspecting victims. Scammer’s Strategy Initially, the scammer persuades the target to download the legitimate imToken wallet and fosters trust by transferring 1 USDT and a small amount of ETH as bait. Subsequently, the scammer instructs the user to redirect their ETH RPC URL to a node controlled by the former ..read more

Ripple’s price has yet to show a sign of recovery and is continuing its overall bearish trend. If things are to change, the price should soon begin its recovery, as the market is in a critical area. Technical Analysis By TradingRage The USDT Paired Chart Against USDT, XRP has dropped aggressively below the 200-day moving average around the $0.6 level and has yet to climb above. However, the $0.5 support zone has held the price, and the market is consolidating above it. If the price breaks above the 200-day moving average, investors can be hopeful that a bullish trend will finally begin. On the ..read more

TL;DR The meme coin sector has experienced significant growth, with Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) leading, while newer tokens like dogwifhat (WIF) and Pepe (PEPE) gain traction through strong community support. Analysts remain optimistic about the realm’s potential, particularly post-Bitcoin halving, which has historically triggered market surges. Which Meme Coin May Join the Prestigious Club? The meme coin sector has been making great strides during the latest bull cycle, with its market capitalization briefly surpassing $60 billion. The progress is thanks to popular assets such as ..read more