As the layer-1 blockchain Ethereum continues to grow and evolve, layer-2 blockchains like Optimism are working to alleviate issues of scaling, speed and costs. “We’ve been working on […]
China’s tech giants dip their toes into web3, but prospects are limited so far
During the Staking Summit in Istanbul, a conference attended by hundreds of individuals involved in the staking practice of the crypto ecosystem, two exhibition booths stood out. They […]
Crypto market showing signs of recovery as prices, NFT sales rise on the month
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How Jane Street-backed ZetaChain aims to expand Bitcoin’s use cases
Despite its dominant market share in the crypto sphere, Bitcoin has had limited applications compared to other blockchains which have blossomed to facilitate asset transfers in everything from […]
Aave Companies rebrands to Avara and acquires crypto wallet Family to expand its web3 reach
Web3-focused software technology company Aave Companies is rebranding to Avara, its founder Stani Kulechov told TechCrunch exclusively. The crypto parent entity best known for supporting Aave Labs, Aave […]
Reddit meme-inspired Taproot Wizards raises $7.5M
Though Bitcoin is considered to be the grandfather of crypto, it’s not always talked about for its innovation or pushing the envelope. Some want it to stay that […]
a16z writes first check out of UK to crypto startup Pimlico
Upon opening its first overseas office in London last Thursday, a16z announced today that its first check written from the U.K. was for Pimlico. Based out of London […]
Bored Ape NFT Partygoers Say UV Lights Burned Their Eyes
After returning from a large, exclusive party over the weekend, some Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT owners are complaining about severe eye pain, skin burns, and poor vision potentially caused by powerful UV lights used at the event. Some folks have reported the pain was so bad they had to go to the hospital for treatment.
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