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Kraken Launches Licensed Broker Offering for Australian Wholesale Clients, Expanding Access to Crypto-Based Derivatives

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Kraken has announced the launch of a licensed broker offering specifically designed for Australian wholesale clients, providing access to a range of crypto-based derivatives products. This new service allows eligible clients to manage risk and gain exposure to cryptocurrency price movements without the need to hold the underlying assets. The offering is backed by Kraken’s … Read more

Crypto.com Acquires SEC-Registered Broker-Dealer Watchdog Capital to Expand US Trading Offerings

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Crypto.com announced on Thursday the acquisition of Watchdog Capital, LLC, a broker-dealer registered with the SEC and a member of FINRA and SIPC. This acquisition will allow Crypto.com’s new subsidiary to offer equities and equity options to eligible traders in the U.S. CEO Kris Marszalek emphasized the company’s commitment to integrating traditional financial tools with … Read more

Bitdeer Unveils Next-Gen Bitcoin Mining Machines Featuring Its Own Chip and Air and Hydro-Cooling Innovations

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Nasdaq-listed Bitdeer announced the launch of its second-generation Bitcoin mining machine, the SEALMINER A2 series, on October 31, 2024. The new machines feature a power efficiency ratio of 16.5J/TH, with the air-cooled model achieving a hashrate of 226TH/s and the hydro-cooled model reaching up to 446TH/s. Equipped with Bitdeer’s independently developed SEAL02 chip, the SEALMINER … Read more

Dydx CEO Announces Layoffs of 35% of Core Team Amid Strategic Shift

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Dydx, the decentralized finance platform, has announced a significant restructuring, with CEO Antonio Juliano revealing the difficult decision to lay off 35% of its core team as part of a strategic shift to align with the company’s evolving goals. In a heartfelt blog post, Juliano acknowledged the dedication and contributions of the departing team members … Read more

Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Donates Over $1 Million to Ukrainian Humanitarian Non-Profits

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On Tuesday, Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin made a significant contribution of 400 ETH, valued at over $1 million, to four Ukrainian humanitarian non-profits. This donation was facilitated by swapping ETH from meme coins, showcasing the potential of cryptocurrency for philanthropic efforts. Among the recipients is the UHF Fund, a non-governmental organization that provides grants to … Read more

Infinex Raises $67.7M in Patron NFT Sale to Usher in ‘Post-CEX Era’

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Decentralized finance (defi) platform Infinex has announced the completion of a $67.7 million NFT sale, backed by leading founders, foundations, funds, and communities across the blockchain ecosystem. The fundraise positions Infinex to usher in the “post-CEX (centralized exchange) era” of the crypto industry. Infinex aims to provide a secure, non-custodial alternative to traditional centralized exchanges, … Read more

Emory University Holds Over $16M in Bitcoin ETFs and Coinbase Shares

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Emory University has disclosed ownership of over $15 million in shares of the Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust, according to a recent filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This announcement marks Emory as the first American endowment to publicly report exposure to bitcoin. In addition to its bitcoin investment, Emory holds 4,312 shares of … Read more

Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin: ‘The Splurge’ Seeks to Bring the EVM to an ‘Endgame State’

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Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has unveiled his ambitious roadmap titled “The Splurge,” which aims to enhance the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) and bring it to a stable and performant “endgame state.” The initiative focuses on several key goals, including the integration of account abstraction to improve user experience, optimizing transaction fee economics, and exploring advanced … Read more

Chainlink Data Streams Now Live on BNB Chain’s Layer-2

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Chainlink has launched its Data Streams on BNB Chain’s Layer-2 solution, enhancing the capabilities of decentralized finance applications within the ecosystem. This integration provides developers with access to real-time, high-frequency market data, enabling them to build more efficient and responsive applications. Users can deposit funds from BNB Chain to opBNB, allowing them to interact with … Read more

1inch to Feature Hong Kong Kung Fu Legend Bruce Lee in Video and NFT Campaign

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1inch Network has announced a long-term partnership with the Bruce Lee Family Company, aimed at fostering the adoption of decentralized finance and Web3 under the slogan “Take crypto seriousLee.” This collaboration celebrates the legacy of Bruce Lee, whose iconic “one-inch punch” inspired the name of the 1inch platform. The partnership will kick off with a … Read more