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Aztec Network, the Ethereum layer-2 protocol focused on programmable privacy, has officially launched its public testnet. According to a May 1 press release shared with crypto.news, the launch marks a key milestone in Aztec’s eight-year journey to bring stronger data protection to web3. The testnet is now open to developers and paves the way for a fully decentralized mainnet, where no central authority will have hidden access to user data. The release follows successful internal testing phases that included over 100 sequencers. Years of research and development at Aztec led to innovations in zero-knowledge technology and programming tools that allow…

Optimism is creeping back into the market, but not all entry points are created equal. For traders eyeing early positioning, Algorand Price Analysis and SEI Price Analysis both show signs of strength, yet neither offers the kind of low-barrier, high-upside access currently seen with BlockDAG (BDAG). Algorand is reclaiming key levels after a 9% rally, with eyes now on $0.235 if support at $0.221 holds. SEI is moving toward 600 sats on growing volume and network activity, though real confirmation still depends on buyer follow-through. BlockDAG, however, is already deep into execution. With over $223 million raised, a 2520% price increase from…

Quick take: The Series A round also attracted participation from VanEck Ventures, F-Prime and the Avalanche Fund. The company plans to use the fresh capital to enhance regulation compliance in the countries it operates in. Dinari’s blockchain-based platform allows non-U.S. investors to buy shares in U.S. companies. Dinari, a tokenisation startup that allows non-U.S. investors to buy shares of U.S. companies has raised $12.7 million in a Series A round led by Hack VC and Blockchange Ventures. The fundraising also attracted participation from VanEck Ventures, F-Prime and the Avalanche Fund, according to a report by Fortune. It brings the total…

1xBit isn’t just another name in the crypto gambling space — it’s setting the pace. Recently recognized by Bitcoin.com as the “Best Crypto Betting Platform,” the win didn’t come as a surprise to long-time users who’ve already seen what the site brings to the table.Crypto betting is growing fast. New platforms pop up constantly, more people are jumping in — not just tech-savvy players anymore — and the game options are better than ever. In all that noise, 1xBit has managed to stand out for all the right reasons.What started as a quiet project has now become one of the…

Whales and spot traders collectively accumulated DOGE, pushing market demand higher. Despite bullish metrics, long traders faced heavy losses in the past 24 hours. Dogecoin’s [DOGE] performance in the last 24 hours remained neutral, with a minimal gain of just 0.17%. That trend held steady across broader timeframes. DOGE gained 1.13% over the week and 3.03% over the past month. The market direction appears to be tilting in favor of long traders and a DOGE rally, but there’s more beneath the surface. Whales and spot traders align—What’s to come? Traders holding significant portions of DOGE—commonly referred to as whales—have spent…

Ubisoft has launched Decentralized Verification Network (DVN) to support the transfer of digital assets between different blockchain networks.Developed with blockchain infrastructure firm LayerZero, the DVN aims to address technical challenges in blockchain gaming, such as asset portability and consistency of ownership across platforms.The system enables digital items—such as in-game collectibles or characters—to move between more than 130 blockchain networks, including Ethereum, Solana and Polygon. Source: LayerZeroHow does Decentralized Verification Network work?The DVN does not function as a new blockchain, but instead operates as a protocol to verify asset ownership as items move between existing networks. It acts as a compatibility…

Bridge and Swap tokens across blockchains in one smooth transaction.DeFi just got a little easier. We’re introducing a new feature that lets you bridge and swap tokens across chains in a single, streamlined transaction.Now you can move tokens between blockchains in one seamless step — no more switching platforms, juggling tools, or dealing with complex workflows. Just one transaction to get your assets where they need to be.Whether you’re moving stablecoins between ecosystems, hunting airdrops or shifting liquidity to earn better yield, you can now do it all with confidence, speed, and clarity.Why you’ll love itOne transaction: Bridge and Swap…

Fartcoin, the fast-growing Solana meme coin, continued its strong rally this week, as whales accumulated. Fartcoin (FARTCOIN) surged to a high of $1.2770 on Thursday, marking its highest level since January 26. It has become one of the best-performing meme coins this year, rallying over 500% from its March lows. Data from Nansen shows that large whales have been accumulating the coin over the past few days. In the last 24 hours alone, whales acquired tokens worth several million dollars. As illustrated in the chart below, there were six individual purchases exceeding $1 million during this period. Fartcoin whale transactions…

As we move deeper into the AI and Web3 era, the demand for scalable, decentralized, and programmable compute infrastructure continues to grow. 2025 marks a pivotal year for our ecosystem as we roll out a series of groundbreaking upgrades across infrastructure, protocol, platform features, and token economics. This roadmap outlines our vision for the future of decentralized AI compute—driven by community operators, intelligent agents, and $SPON tokenomics. Q1 2025: Foundation and Feature Expansion Infrastructure DevelopmentWe kicked off the year with the successful launch of the testnet for both Provider and Fizz Node Networks, establishing the foundation of our decentralized compute…

Bitcoin has reclaimed $96,000, a level not seen since late November 2024, driven by robust institutional demand and easing macroeconomic fears. Bitcoin (BTC) rallied nearly 20% from its April low of $79,000, fueled by $381 million in ETF inflows and renewed optimism after U.S. President Donald Trump’s softened stance on China trade tensions. Source: crypto.news However, analysts warn of resistance at $94,000-$95,000, citing heavy selling pressure in spot markets. With BTC still 16% below its January peak of $109,000, volatility remains a concern, especially as stock market correlations persist. Investors are eyeing whether BTC can sustain momentum amid global economic…