Alright, fam, let's get real. Remember when Dogecoin was all the rage? Like when your uncle, who still thinks Internet Explorer is the future, was all of a sudden a crypto expert. Good times. Or were they? The DeFi market plummeted by $48 billion recently. Ouch. And while the crypto...
Remember Tamagotchis? Those annoying little digital pets that required your undivided attention, or else they’d… “perish” or something. We all learned a serious lesson about accountability from those 8-bit monsters. Now, I observe a variant of this same dynamic playing out in the DeFi universe. The last $48 billion decrease...
Think about the joy you felt when grandma learned to use Facebook. So yeah, that’s basically how I’m coming down on the SEC these days. Except instead of just scrolling past cat pictures, they’re…well, un-liking lawsuits against the entire NFT space. And let me tell you, it’s about damn time.From...
Remember Doge? Recalibrate your outlook just a little and do you all remember when everyone thought crypto was a temporary bubble, a digital tulip mania? So grab your popcorn and get ready! Yemen is adding another chapter to the ongoing history of crypto. We know, it sounds crazier than a...
Meanwhile, financial sanctions and conflict are devastating Yemen’s economy. Consequently, average individuals are seeking the safety and flexibility of decentralized finance (DeFi) as a major institution alternative to traditional banking systems. The US administration has reinstated the Houthis’ designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), which has led to increased...
The memecoin world is a bit of the wild west, if you will. It’s a new digital frontier where billions can be made, or wiped out, in an instant. Recently the Base blockchain—Coinbase’s new layer 2 blockchain—was the scene of a very different but equally hilarious saga. A memecoin that...
The new cryptocurrency token called “Base is for everyone” experienced an astronomical crash. In fact, within a mere 20 minutes its value crashed by almost 90%. The incident has been a lightning rod for controversy and raised alarms over possible rug pull scams in the decentralized finance (DeFi) arena. The...
The FBI's pursuit of $35 million in stolen Bitcoin, linked to the Bybit hack and allegedly laundered through eXch, isn't just another crypto crime story. This predicament puts the toxic side of DeFi in the spotlight. It is all an important intervention for an industry confused about itself and its...
Excited about the launch of “Base is for everyone”? It was meant to be this really funny, joke-y, self-aware meme coin, a big middle finger to the seriousness of crypto. I saw it, chuckled, and thought, "Okay, this is Web3 absurdity at its finest." Then, BAM! $17 million market cap...
I remember Sarah. A smart, bright-eyed single mom I met at a community workshop on financial literacy. Eager to learn and explore, she jumped into the deep end of DeFi. The lure of one click away high returns and financial independence was a fire in her belly. She envisioned it...
Further Reading
Murakami's Flowers Bloom on Base: Art & Web3 Collide!
Takashi Murakami, the world-famous Japanese artist whose colorful and playful works transcended to global culture, is taking a step into Web3. Having just released his most recent NFT drop on the Base blockchain, this decision truly represents a big step of harmonizing traditional medium with the cyber-space. It unlocks an...
Murakami's NFTs: 5 Reasons Why Art World Elites Are Terrified
Let's be blunt: the champagne socialists in the art world are freaking out right now. Takashi Murakami, the creative genius responsible for bringing you those famous smiling flowers on Louis Vuitton bags, has thrown a new digital curve ball to the fashion industry. His “108 Flowers Revised” NFT Collection has...
Oh Whale's NFTs: Saving Oceans or Just Another Hype Train?
Okay, let's talk about whales. Majestic creatures, right? Gentle giants of the deep. Now, let's talk about NFTs. Digital… assets? Okay, okay, digital pictures of cartoon whales. Oh Whale, to be exact. They’re unstoppable, cleaning up our seven seas, one pixelated cetacean at a time. But is this effort really...
Oh Whale Debuts NFT Collection to Benefit Ocean Conservation
Oh Whale has officially launched its first NFT collection, Oh Whale Originals, now live on OpenSea. This ocean-themed initiative pairs beautiful, collectible digital art with real-world support for ocean protection. While fostering appreciation for Big Bend, the project’s ultimate goal is to create distinctive digital assets that help establish a...
Oh Whale NFTs: Dive In & Protect Our Oceans!
Oh Whale NFTs are creating a splash in the Web3 community, providing a one-of-a-kind experience to champion ocean conservation through ocean-themed NFTs. These unique digital collectibles are different. Beyond being beautiful examples of our commitment to transparency, they deepen public engagement and inspire the transformative action that’s needed for the...
The battle lines are drawn, folks. Forget Bitcoin vs Ethereum – the real drama is happening in the meme coin space. Join us as we pit Shiba Inu’s audacious Layer-3 play against WeWake’s revolutionary walletless Layer-2. Is this simply one more phase in the ongoing crypto internecine warfare, or are...
Beyond the Hype Did BlockNews' Party Unlock Sustainable Web3 or Just Another Crypto Fad?
Hodler’s Cocktail Party in Kuala Lumpur was a hive of activity. Produced by BlockNews, the event highlighted the incredible potential of BTCFi – Bitcoin Native Finance. Promised native yields and sustainable Web3 futures weighed thick in the Star Sky Lounge 69. And let’s be honest: what did this convening really...
5 Hilarious Reasons Your Grandma Will Be Using Crypto Next Year
Let's be real. When you picture crypto bros, you probably don't envision your sweet old grandma rocking a Lambo paid for entirely in Dogecoin. But believe me, the future is stranger (and more hilarious) than you imagine. Crypto isn't just for basement-dwelling coders anymore. It's coming for everyone, even Nana....