Ethereum flips Coca-Cola and Alibaba as ETH gains 42% in 5 days

Ether’s market capitalization surged 42% in five days following the successful launch of Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade on its mainnet.  On May 12, the company data tracker 8marketcap showed Ether (ETH) surpassing Coca-Cola and Alibaba, ranking as the world’s 39th-largest asset by market capitalization. ETH was trading at about $2,550 at publication time, with a market … Read more

Rootstock Achieved Record Merged Mining Participation Despite Declining User Activity in Q1

In its Q1 2025 report, blockchain intelligence company Messari highlights significant developments in Rootstock, a bitcoin sidechain, including a record-high merged mining participation rate of 81%, up from 56.4% in the previous quarter. This came following the integration of Foundry, the largest bitcoin mining pool. Transaction costs on the network dropped by 60% due to … Read more

What is social engineering in crypto (and how to protect yourself)?

Social engineering in crypto, explained In the world of cryptocurrency, security goes beyond just protecting your wallet with a password or private key. One of the most deceptive and increasingly dangerous threats to crypto users today is social engineering. While you might think of cyberattacks as highly technical affairs, social engineering manipulates the most vulnerable … Read more

Crypto custodian BitGo secures MiCA license in Germany

Goldman Sachs-backed cryptocurrency custody firm BitGo is the latest cryptocurrency company to secure regulatory approval to operate across the European Union. Germany’s financial regulator, the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), granted BitGo Europe a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license to provide digital asset services in the EU, the firm announced on May 12. The … Read more

Pi Network Token Rockets into Top 20 After Massive Price Surge

Pi Network’s token experienced a significant surge, briefly entering the top 20 digital assets after rising over 72% in less than 48 hours. This rally occurred just before a major ecosystem announcement scheduled for May 14. Upcoming Pi Network Ecosystem Announcement Fuels Rally On May 12, Pi Network, a social cryptocurrency and developer platform, briefly … Read more

Bitcoin set for $150K BTC price rally as US, China agree to slash tariffs

Key takeaways: Bitcoin broke above $105,700 after the US and China agreed to slash tariffs. A confirmed bull flag breakout on the weekly chart projects a $150,000. Bitwise’s sentiment index warns of potential short-term overheating. Bitcoin (BTC) bulls cheered a major development in the ongoing US-China tariff talks, with the cryptocurrency climbing over the $105,700 … Read more

Can you stake Bitcoin (BTC)? Here’s what you need to know

Key takeaways Though Bitcoin doesn’t support native staking, holders can earn yield through centralized lending platforms, Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) on Ethereum, and Bitcoin-related networks like Babylon and Stacks. WBTC allows BTC holders to participate in lending, liquidity pools and yield farming on Ethereum-based DeFi platforms like Aave and Curve but introduces bridge and smart contract … Read more

Cryptocurrency and Ethereum Recovery May 2025 With Lightchain AI Presale Booming

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. The crypto market is buzzing with renewed energy, and all eyes are on May 2025 as Ethereum and cryptocurrency recovery signals a brighter turn for blockchain enthusiasts. But there’s a particular spotlight on Lightchain AI, the new revolutionary project making waves with its presale that’s captivating … Read more

CZ Shares Security Warning After Ledger Discord Hack Exposes User Data

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder and former CEO of Binance, shared a security warning after receiving a message regarding a hack of Ledger’s Discord admin account, where a scammer falsely claimed a security flaw and urged users to enter their recovery phrases on a phishing site. Zhao highlighted two critical lessons: the necessity of never sharing … Read more