Blockchain technology and DeFi face a major barrier to widespread adoption: the isolated nature of individual blockchain networks. Users on one blockchain, such as Ethereum, can't easily interact with others like Bitcoin or Cardano. This isolation forces users...
Decentralized Physical Infrastructures, “DePINs,” has been touted as a promising solution to many of the challenges facing the telecom industry today. The sector recorded over 30,458 security incidents in 2023, including a 180% increase in zero-day attacks. With...
In early October, the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)’s interesting approach to combat cryptocurrency fraud made rounds in the news. The covert intelligence agency created and deployed its digital token, NexFundAI, as part of a sting...
Innovation in the financial sector has always made it simpler and more accessible for everyone. Every successful one has broken down barriers and provided people with more opportunities. In 1924, mutual funds allowed individuals to pool resources and...
In the last six months, many governments worldwide have introduced or revised their tax frameworks to include cryptocurrencies. Countries like Denmark, South Korea, the Netherlands, Italy, Japan, and New Zealand are leading this regulatory shift. The Netherlands now...
The United States has earned itself the reputation of being "the land of opportunity", and that was very true in the early days of cryptocurrency. The country was home to startups and investments that fueled innovation and growth...
A recent survey by the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) and PwC reveals an increasing trend of hedge fund involvement in cryptocurrencies. Nearly half (47%) of hedge fund managers who traditionally trade in conventional markets, such as equities,...
In 2024, crypto reparations and creditor payouts captured widespread attention, especially after CNBC reported that customers of the defunct FTX would start receiving refunds in May. With debts totalling $11.2 billion, FTX had between $14.5 and $16.3 billion...
Bhutan, a small Himalayan country, is ranked 108th in the 2024 Index of Economic Freedom, with a score of 55.4, placing it in the "mostly unfree" category. What that simply means is that the country's economy is in...
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) have become a major point of interest worldwide. As digital versions of national currencies, they hold the promise to revolutionize payment systems, making transactions faster, cheaper, and more accessible. They could even play...
