Bitcoin activity nears record highs on microtransaction surge
Near-record OP_RETURN usage is driving a surge in low-value Bitcoin transactions, pushing Bitcoin network activity close to all-time highs despite muted price action. Go to Source
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Arthur Hayes reveals philosophy behind ‘Airheads’ Ordinals collection
Users can choose to complete quest-like directives to receive Airheads or outright purchase the inscribed art through a “Whale Pass.” Go to Source
Bitcoin Runes protocol sees sharp decline in popularity
The Bitcoin Runes protocol initially dominated daily transactions post-launch but is now seeing a decline, with BTC reclaiming its network dominance. Go to Source
Hermetica Introduces Bitcoin-Backed Synthetic Dollar on Bitcoin L1
Bitcoin-based decentralized finance (defi) protocol Hermetica has launched its BTC-backed synthetic dollar, USDH, on Bitcoin’s layer one (L1) through the Runes protocol. The company also announced plans to scale its Bitcoin-native defi operations using layer two (L2) solutions like Stacks. Hermetica Launches BTC-Backed Stablecoin USDH Hermetica‘s USDH offers Bitcoin holders a new way to maintain … Read more
Runes Protocol Dominates Bitcoin Transactions Despite Critics’ Claims
Despite declarations from Ethereum influencers that Runes are dead, recent reports indicate a different story. According to data released yesterday, the Runes Protocol has accounted for 69.1% of all Bitcoin transactions over the past 24 hours. This marks a significant shift in the landscape of Bitcoin transactions, highlighting the growing influence of the Runes Protocol. … Read more
Did Bitcoin Runes already peak?
Tokens on the Runes Protocol are down from their peak, but don’t count them out yet. The protocol is less than three months old — and it’s just getting started. Go to Source
Bitcoin Runes racks up over 2500 BTC in fees under 2 months
Runes-related transactions could extend a significant revenue boost for Bitcoin miners, after the 2024 halving. Go to Source
Bitcoin Runes hype fades, transactions plummet 84%
Bitcoin Runes protocol caused an initial surge in Bitcoin transactions, exceeding 50% at its peak. Did the hype clog clear out? Go to Source
Bitcoin’s Runes Protocol Hype Falls Short: Significant Drop in Activity and Fees
It has been 29 days since the halving and the launch of the Runes protocol, and since May 1, Runes activity has been underwhelming, falling short of the expectations set months prior. Similarly, the trend of Ordinals inscriptions has significantly declined over the past month. Runes Protocol’s Initial Excitement Dwindles Amid Decreased Activity Before the … Read more
Runes protocol sees significant decline in activity
Despite generating hundreds of thousands of dollars in daily fees, Runes has only surpassed $1 million in total fees twice in the last twelve days, signaling a notable decline. Go to Source