California’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has taken a bold step in modernizing its operations by digitizing 42 million car titles using the Avalanche (AVAX) network. This move is part of a collaborative effort with software development firm Oxhead Alpha to streamline the state’s title transfer process. By embracing blockchain technology, the DMV aims to
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In recent news, there has been a shocking revelation linking convicted UK hacker Gurvinder Bhangu, known as Gurv, to the high-profile compromises of American actress Sydney Sweeney and ‘Breaking Bad’ actor Bob Odenkirk’s accounts. These hacks resulted in over $530,000 being stolen through Solana meme coin scams. Renowned on-chain detective ZachXBT uncovered compelling evidence pointing
Cryptocurrency enthusiast, Opeyemi, is a skilled writer who has found his niche in the dynamic world of digital assets. Despite initially not considering the digital asset industry as his primary interest, Opeyemi has been captivated by the realm of cryptocurrency for over two years. His passion for unraveling the complexities of blockchain technology and sharing
In a bold move, Futu Securities International, the largest online broker in Hong Kong, has ventured into the world of retail cryptocurrency trading. This development aims to attract investors by offering them the opportunity to trade bitcoin and ether on the brokerage platform with Hong Kong or US Dollars. Futu has partnered with HashKey Exchange,
Cardano (ADA) is making waves in the cryptocurrency market as it competes with Ethereum in terms of large transaction volume. The recent surge in transaction volume indicates a wave of accumulation among ADA’s large holders. Data from market intelligence platforms like IntoTheBlock and Santiment show that Cardano whales have been actively adding to their positions,
Solana has seen significant growth in its decentralized exchange (DEX) volume, surpassing Ethereum in July. With $55.8 billion in transactions, Solana outpaced Ethereum’s $53.8 billion, marking its second-highest monthly volume to date. This surge can be attributed to platforms like Raydium, Orca, and Phoenix, which have contributed to the network’s success. Despite Solana’s impressive volume
The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector has been making a comeback, with key metrics such as active loans and total value locked (TVL) showing growth from their lows in 2023. DeFi lending, which allows investors to lend their crypto assets in exchange for interest, plays a crucial role in indicating the participation and health of the
The world of digital art is facing a legal dilemma as Jonathan Mann and Brian L. Frye take on the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The dispute revolves around the classification of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) representing digital art as securities under US law. Mann and Frye argue that their unique NFT artworks should not
BlackRock, a financial giant, has recently made it clear that they do not have any immediate plans to launch a Solana (SOL) ETF. This decision comes despite the overwhelming success of their Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs that were introduced earlier in the year. The company’s Chief Investment Officer, Samara Cohen, mentioned in an interview
Shiba Inu’s price faced a 3% dip recently as the cryptocurrency market took a hit due to the US government moving $2 billion worth of its bitcoin holdings to another address. Despite this setback, there are some indicators within the Shiba Inu ecosystem that suggest a potential rally might be on the horizon. One significant