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The NFT world has always been a rollercoaster—a mix of hype cycles, cultural moments, and beloved communities. But among the myriad of projects, few hold the cult status of CrypToadz by Gremplin. Recently, CrypToadz have made waves again, with the floor price climbing back over 0.6 ETH, signaling a resurgence that’s more than just a passing phase. Let’s dive into why these pixelated amphibians have become a symbol of resilience in the NFT community. A Legacy Revisited When Gremplin launched CrypToadz in September 2021, the collection immediately struck a chord with collectors and enthusiasts alike. These quirky, pixelated toads embodied…

Charles Hoskinson, the founder of the Cardano blockchain, has recently addressed the growing criticisms surrounding Cardano. In a detailed explanation, Hoskinson discussed the transition into the Voltaire era of the blockchain, which he believes is a significant phase meant to address long-standing issues and enhance governance.Cardano Rising: Charles Hoskinson Challenges Critics in Bold ResponseCharles Hoskinson has defended the Cardano blockchain amid growing negative sentiment within the cryptocurrency community. His defense comes at a pivotal moment as Cardano transitions into its Voltaire era, a development that will address many of the grievances that have built up over the years. This era is…

WalletConnect has launched its much-anticipated Season 1 airdrop, allocating 50 million WalletConnect Tokens (WCT) to reward its community members. This milestone event aims to foster greater participation in the network’s governance, allowing users to stake their tokens and help shape WalletConnect’s future.  However, the celebration is clouded by criticism from long-time users who claim they were unfairly excluded from the airdrop. Out of the 185 million tokens set aside for airdrops, this first season will see 50 million distributed to over 160,000 eligible users. Builders, contributors, and users who met specific engagement criteria were prioritized. 30 million tokens are allocated…

Dog-themed meme coin Shiba Inu is currently up by 17.7% for the day and 30% over the past week.  The upward momentum marks the highest Shiba Inu (SHIB) reached since April 1. Source: CoinGecko Multiple media reports suggest the rally is due to a massive burn rate spike — over 7,400% — and a reduced supply. Whether this momentum will be sustained remains to be seen. In a Nov. 21 X post, Analyst Ali Martinez predicted that SHIB could climb to $0.000037— 54% above its price at the time. Another analyst, Javon Marks, anticipated a potential rally to $0.000081, representing an increase…

Exciting update: Layer3 has secured $21M in total funding. Led by ParaFi and Greenfield, we recently closed a $15M Series A round. The new raise follows a previously unannounced strategic round of $3.7M in 2022 and $2.5M round in 2021. The largest value creation event in the history of the web has been the monetization of attention — until now. Our mission is to unleash an unprecedented $500B+ in value issuance to users by decentralizing this model. We’re solving the dual problem of attention and distribution in crypto: Attention, the currency of the internet, is monopolized by centralized tech behemoths.…

Theta has surged by 158.86% over the past month. The Futures Open Interest spiked over the past 24 hours to a new ATH of $111.9 million. Over the past month, the Theta Network [THETA] has experienced a sustained uptrend. Since hitting a low of $1.25 earlier last month, the altcoin has surged to an 8-month of $3.1. As of this writing, THETA was trading at $2.8. This marked a 24.67% increase over the past 24 hours. Equally, the altcoin has spiked on weekly and monthly charts, hiking by 45.62% and 158.86% respectively. But despite the recent price pump, THETA remains…

Este artículo también está disponible en español. XRP is trading just below the critical $2 mark, a level that served as the local top during the 2021 bull cycle. The price has been steadily climbing, fueled by bullish momentum, and appears poised to push higher. Investors and analysts closely monitor the charts for a definitive signal to confirm a breakout above this crucial resistance. Related Reading This psychological price level is a focal point for market participants, with a successful breach potentially marking the beginning of a sustained rally. Top analyst and investor Dark Defender has weighed in on XRP’s…

The Problem with Centralized PlatformsCentralized platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube often face criticism for controlling public discourse. For instance:High-profile bans: X recently suspended Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s account for violating platform rules.Mass removals: In Q2 2024, YouTube’s automated systems removed 8.19 million videos, sparking debates over fairness and transparency.Such decisions highlight the immense power centralized platforms hold. They can control who gets to speak and what can be said.How Decentralized Platforms DifferDecentralized platforms like Mastodon and Lens Protocol aim to distribute power back to users. These platforms allow communities to set and enforce their own rules. Mastodon,…

Este artículo también está disponible en español. The price of Ethereum has been on a remarkable run in the past week, returning above the $3,500 level for the first time since July 2024. This single-week performance represents a change in the fortunes of the “king of altcoins,” which somewhat slowed down after a great start to the month of November. While the current price layout for Ethereum suggests that there is still room for upward movement, certain on-chain signals indicate that the market might be on the cusp of a pullback. One of these signals is the ETH open interest,…

Telegram-based tap-to-earn game W-Coin has introduced a controversial policy that will penalize players who remain inactive for three days by burning 5% of their token supply each day until they log back in.The move, announced ahead of the game’s token launch and airdrop on The Open Network (TON) in December, has sparked debate among players.Whilst the developers argue that the policy is aimed at fostering an active player base, critics have questioned its fairness. Source: W-CoinDetails of the Inactivity RuleW-Coin’s new inactivity rule applies to all players who fail to log in for three consecutive days, resulting in a daily…