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BingChatGPT 'pump & dump' tokens emerging by the dozens: Peckshield

Blockchain security firm Peckshield on Twitter said it has found dozens of pump-and-dump tokens purporting to be related to ChatGPT.

Ordinals Litecoin fork took one week and was ‘quite simple,’ says creator

The creator of a Bitcoin Ordinals protocol fork that works on Litecoin said he did it all for a crypto bounty of a few thousand dollars.

Bitcoin ‘fixes democracy’ and fights corruption: Human Rights Foundation

Human Rights Foundation CSO argues that Bitcoin represents free speech, property rights and open capital markets — stifling the power of tyrannical governments.

Modular blockchains could be the next hot crypto market trend in 2023

As the crypto industry recovers, a new generation of modular blockchains could replace centralized bridges and exchanges.

Crypto exchange FTX Japan to resume withdrawals on Feb. 21

"We are very sorry for the concern and inconvenience caused to our customers due to the suspension of our services," the exchange wrote.

9 promising blockchain use cases in healthcare industry

Blockchain enables healthcare record management, clinical trial transparency, efficient supply chain management and more.

Here's why crypto companies need to focus on embedded finance

Personalized offers, financing loans, insurance, seamless payment and preferred payment mode were some of the key features that came out as top priorities for customers.

What is a supernet, and how does it work?

A supernet or umbrella network combines multiple smaller networks or blockchains into one larger network.

'Unworkable' bill to ban blockchain immutability is introduced in Illinois

Florida-based lawyer Drew Hinkes described the bill as “the most unworkable state law” related to blockchain and cryptocurrency that he has ever seen.

Crypto’s next bull run will come from the East: Gemini co-founder

Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss believes the next crypto bull run will come from Asia, while America has two options — embrace crypto or be left behind.

What is the network effect?

Crypto’s value increases with more users, creating a positive feedback loop due to the network effect.

Helium Network sets migration to Solana for March

A 24-hour transition will take place on March 27, when the Helium blockchain will be halted. Proof-of-Coverage and data transfer activities will remain unaffected.

'Privacy has become a taboo,' says crypto anarchist project DarkFi

A group of pseudonymous developers from DarkFi spoke with Cointelegraph on how crypto is evolving amid privacy challenges, bad actors and government oversight.

San Francisco federal bank eyes CBDC system development, reveals job posting

Within 24 hours of the job posting, 45 applicants have shown interest in joining the federal government to build an in-house CBDC.

SEC sues Do Kwon, Paxos ready to litigate, SBF’s VPN: Hodler’s Digest, Feb. 12-18

Top Stories This Week Paxos ‘categorically disagrees’ with the SEC that BUSD is a security The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has defined the stablecoin Binance USD (BUSD) as a security in a Wells Notice sent to its issuer, Paxos Trust Company. The SEC alleges the organization failed to register BUSD under federal […]

How the Ordinals movement will benefit the Bitcoin blockchain

The increasing popularity of Bitcoin NFTs, or Ordinals, will positively impact the Bitcoin network’s security and attract developers to the ecosystem, according to Ordinals proponent Udi Wertheimer.

5 ways to monetize your digital art with NFTs

Monetizing digital art with NFTs provides proof of ownership, increased value and potential for royalties.

The economics of cryptocurrency mining: Costs, revenues and market trends

Explore the economics of cryptocurrency mining and the challenges and opportunities that exist in this rapidly evolving industry.

SEC’s staking crackdown has uncertain consequences for DeFi: Finance Redefined

The DeFi market’s total value locked surpassed $50 billion for the first time in six months thanks to the bullish burst in the crypto market over the past week.

Crypto Stories: How Altcoin Daily built a platform for millions of crypto enthusiasts

A cartoon version of the Arnold brothers recounts how they went from struggling to break into the film industry in L.A. to building Altcoin Daily, a platform with millions of crypto enthusiasts.

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