Author: James Wilson
Starknet plans to use Bitcoin as a settlement layer alongside Ethereum, aiming to connect the two largest blockchains on a single layer 2 network. The Starknet Foundation’s Bitcoin roadmap, published on Mar. 11, outlined how the network could scale Bitcoin (BTC) from its current 13 transactions per second to thousands of tramsactions. Although Bitcoin provides deep liquidity and security, decentralized finance development has been difficult due to its limited programmability. Starknet (STRK) wants to change that. To achieve this, Starknet is pushing for OP_CAT, a proposed Bitcoin update that would allow users to set spending conditions for BTC and enable…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Lightchain AI defies the crypto downturn, raising $17.1m in presale at $0.006, as PEPE and SHIB plunge in a market bloodbath. Lightchain AI investors are staying afloat amidst the tide of red in the market as PEPE and SHIB join the ongoing crypto bloodbath. Despite the volatility sweeping through the crypto space, Lightchain AI has already raised over $17.1 million at a presale price of $0.006, proving its resilience. The integration of AI and blockchain technology has given it…
IP defied the broader market downturn following its recent listing on Kraken, supported by ongoing ecosystem developments. Story (IP) rallied nearly 16% to an intraday high of $5.6 on March 11, afternoon Asian time, flipping out of the bearish trend as its market cap surged to over $1.3 billion. Its daily trading volume stood at $151 million, while the altcoin’s circulating supply stood at over 250 million tokens. A host of partnerships and developments surrounding Story has helped IP outpace the bearish trend currently prevailing in the broader crypto market, which fell 5% over the past day as of press…
There are numerous ways to make cryptocurrency in the cryptocurrency sector. These include trading, purchasing and holding currencies, and generating interest through cryptocurrency mining or other staking techniques. Additionally, people can use their abilities to finish projects like creating apps or testing new features for cryptocurrency businesses. Each of these approaches demands a certain amount of time, money, or experience. If you’re just beginning to accumulate little quantities of digital currency, there are easier ways. These choices don’t require a lot of technical expertise or experience. The use of crypto faucets is one such technique. It enables novices to profit…
Metaplanet has issued ¥2 billion ($13.3 million) through a zero-interest bond to increase its Bitcoin holdings. According to the company’s announcement, the bonds were approved on Mar. 12 and will mature on Sep. 11, 2025. The funds raised will be used to buy more Bitcoin (BTC), while repayment is expected to come from the exercise of Metaplanet’s 14th to 17th Series of Stock Acquisition Rights. The bonds allow for early redemption. Metaplanet can repay them at face value if it secures enough funds from stock acquisition rights. Additionally, bondholders can request an early redemption with advance notice. Collateral and guarantees…
VanEck has submitted a registration for an Avalanche exchange-traded fund in the state of Delaware, following its previous Solana ETF filing. On March 10, investment firm VanEck filed for a new cryptocurrency investment product called VanEck Avalanche ETF in the United States, according to public records on the official Delaware state website. This hints at an official S-1 filing for a spot AVAX (AVAX) ETF from VanEck in the future. The document is registered under the file number 10125689 and the agent registered on the form was revealed to be CSC Delaware Trust Company, similar to many other crypto ETF…
Grayscale’s application for a spot XRP exchange-traded fund has been postponed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which cited the need for more time to examine the proposal. According to a SEC notice published on Mar. 11, the next deadline has been moved to May 21 by the regulator’s extension, although a final decision may not be made until mid-October. The SEC acknowledged Grayscale XRP ETF application in February after it was initially submitted in January. The company’s bid was the first Ripple (XRP) ETF proposal that the regulator acknowledged. Canary Capital, WisdomTree, Bitwise, CoinShares, and 21Shares are among…
CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost suggests that Bitcoin’s recent downtrend may be nearing its end as selling pressure from large holders on Binance appears to be easing. In a Mar.12 post on X, Darkfost highlighted a decline in Binance’s BTC whale ratio, which measures the share of the top 10 inflows relative to total inflows. Strong whale selling activity is indicated by a high ratio, which frequently causes brief corrections. This metric’s recent downward trend, however, indicates that big holders are reducing their sell orders, which is typically an indication of an impending market recovery. 📊Is Binance’s whale selling pressure ending ?Monitoring…
Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. Web3 gaming is fast, chaotic, and full of adrenaline—quick wins, viral mints, and meme battles. It thrives on hype cycles that come and go in an instant. But once the excitement fades, what’s left? If all web3 gaming has to offer is short-lived thrills, it’s running on borrowed time. It’s time to go back to the basics. Web3 gaming isn’t just about layering blockchain and crypto onto games. At its core, gaming is about fun—the thrill of…
Polygon (Previously Matic) has seen stagnant growth in the previous months, and hence it can likely be an investment opportunity. In this article, we will be going through all the steps regarding how to buy Matic on WazirX. Summary (TL;DR) WazirX is an Indian crypto exchange platform that is also owned by Binance.Polygon, or previously Matic, is a protocol that enables developers to build and connect Ethereum-compatible networks.Despite the advantages of decentralized apps, the blockchain ecosystem is still not ready for its inevitable evolution.The platform is built on top of a plasma framework. Its decentralized nature enables it to perform…