Opinion

Web3 as we know it isn’t the solution to user empowerment – it actually made things worse

Web3 as we know it isn’t the solution to user empowerment – it actually made things worse

The following is a guest post and opinion of Dr. Benjamin Beckmann, CTO at Midnight. Blockchain technology leaves us far more exposed than you might realize – certainly more exposed than the traditional financial system does. Take the example of buying a cup of coffee. In the traditional financial system, the transaction is simple: you […]

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AI model audits need a ‘trust, but verify’ approach to enhance reliability

AI model audits need a ‘trust, but verify’ approach to enhance reliability

The following is a guest post and opinion of Samuel Pearton, CMO at Polyhedra. Reliability remains a mirage in the ever-expanding realm of AI models, affecting mainstream AI adoption in critical sectors like healthcare and finance. AI model audits are essential in restoring reliability within the AI industry, helping regulators, developers, and users enhance accountability

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Bitcoin Pepe presale nears goal as US-China trade talks resume

Bitcoin Pepe presale nears goal as US-China trade talks resume

Digital assets displayed optimism on Wednesday as Bitcoin soared past the vital $96,500. The renewed sentiments emerged after reports that the United States will restart trade talks with China this week. The news grabbed investors’ attention as it represents the first direct interaction between the two governments since Trump’s inauguration in January and new tariffs

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Solana’s moment is good for Ethereum and Web3

Solana’s moment is good for Ethereum and Web3

The following is a guest post and opinion from Hart Lambur, Co-Founder of RIsk Labs (UMA and Across). Solana’s recent growth didn’t come at Ethereum’s expense. It expanded the total crypto user base. Instead of pulling users away from Ethereum, Solana served as a gateway for new entrants into web3. With fast transactions and low fees,

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In crypto, privacy simply isn’t simple enough

In crypto, privacy simply isn’t simple enough

The following is a guest post and opinion by Adam Gągol, Co-founder of Aleph Zero. It’s often said that if you want something done, make it easy to do. This truism runs across disciplines from marketing to sales. Perhaps it has never been more true than in crypto, with ten centralized exchanges accounting for 90% of

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Hong Kong’s web3 moment: Blink and you’ll miss it

Hong Kong’s web3 moment: Blink and you’ll miss it

The following is a guest post and opinion from Sandy Peng, Co-Founder of Scroll. Over 1,000 FinTech companies and nearly 5,000 startups now call Hong Kong home, a 15% jump in just one year. Hong Kong has rapidly transformed into one of Asia’s most dynamic innovation hubs, having just been named the second-most crypto-friendly city

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Regulated exchanges hold the key to unlocking the altcoin season

Regulated exchanges hold the key to unlocking the altcoin season

The following is a guest post and opinion from Przemysław Kral, CEO of zondacrypto. Since the enforcement of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations, the European crypto landscape has been fundamentally reshaped—and for the better. Crypto has now entered an era in which exchanges are required to prioritize regulatory compliance, centering user safety in hopes of

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Peirce, Uyeda criticize crypto custody chaos at SEC roundtable

Peirce, Uyeda criticize crypto custody chaos at SEC roundtable

SEC’s Peirce likens navigating unclear US crypto rules to “floor is lava.” Peirce flags uncertainty over asset classification and staking compliance. Commissioner Uyeda calls for broader crypto custody options (e.g., state trusts). Navigating the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency in the United States feels akin to playing a high-stakes game of “the floor is lava,” according

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Stablecoins leading the charge in e-commerce evolution

Stablecoins leading the charge in e-commerce evolution

The following is a guest post and opinion of Vitaliy Shtyrkin, Chief Product Officer at B2BINPAY. Nowadays, businesses face a dilemma: while cryptocurrencies have several benefits, including lower fees, faster transactions, and global accessibility, they also pose such risks as uncontrolled volatility and security concerns — both of which remain critical for consumers. This is

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