Meme coins, the once-dismissed “joke” tokens, are rapidly solidifying their position in the multi-trillion-dollar scene. According to CoinMarketCap, meme coins now command a cumulative market cap of over $45 billion. Interestingly, they are on an upward trajectory as thousands of meme coins are minted predominantly on top platforms like Solana, Ethereum, and Base. Analysts and investors are taking notice as meme coins like BOME, PEPE, and Dogecoin boom. Most predict this subset of crypto will expand and become a core part of the industry in the coming years. Arthur Hayes Backs Meme Coins In a recent interview, Arthur Hayes, the BitMEX co-founder, joined the growing list of meme coin supporters. Hayes backed meme coins, stating that these tokens are increasingly gaining traction because of their simplicity. Unlike complex decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols or AI, they require no technical knowledge. Therefore, this feature and accessibility continue to broaden their appeal. This position also seems to resonate with Raoul Pal, who, in the same interview, added that meme coins are rising because of the cultural connection these tokens tag. As constructed, meme coins are meant to ride on internet hype and cultural relevance. Related Reading: Potential Downtrend In Play? TON Struggles As Price Falls Below $7.7 Therefore, their playful nature and relatable themes resonate with a global audience. In turn, this helps forge a strong connection with the trend, as evidenced by the popularity of the viral BODEN meme coin. More analysts are coming out to back these tokens. Earlier, one analyst said at least three of these tokens would each command at least $100 billion in market cap in the next crypto bull run. Dogecoin is the most valuable meme coin, with a market cap exceeding $20 billion. If Dogecoin, for example, rallies to command a $100 billion market cap, DOGE holders will massively benefit. As of mid-June, only Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT, a stablecoin, have market caps exceeding $100 billion. Despite its sharp expansion, even Solana is still perched at fourth, boasting a slightly over $66 billion market cap. Aptos To Take Over From Solana: A Meme Coin Host While Hayes backed meme coins, he predicted that Aptos would flip Solana to become the second largest and most active layer-1 platform after Ethereum within three years. Interestingly, this clashes with the current trend and Hayes’ position. Related Reading: Cardano Founder’s Pig NIKE Sparks Memecoin Craze, Market Cap Nears $1 Million Because of Solana’s high scalability and low fees, the platform is emerging as a home of meme coins, taking over from Ethereum. Even so, Hayes didn’t provide any explanation, saying all details will be made public in September. Earlier on, the BitMEX co-founder downplayed the threat posed by Solana on Ethereum’s lead. In his view, the first smart contracts platform has strength in its developer community and anchors decentralized finance (DeFi). Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
Ethena's $ENA tokenomics update requires users to lock 50% of airdropped tokens, fostering long-term ecosystem alignment.
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Curve founder Michael Egorov’s $100 million in loans taken from various protocols using Curve’s CRV tokens started to automatically liquidate on Thursday, sending the token down as much as 30% before it briefly recovered.
In a significant regulatory shift, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) partially approved the long-awaited Ethereum ETF filings submitted by prominent asset managers three weeks ago, including BlackRock and Grayscale. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler has indicated that full approval for these Ethereum ETFs could come by the end of the summer, providing much-needed clarity […]
Venture capital firm Paradigm has reportedly raised $850 million for its third fund, supporting early-stage cryptocurrency initiatives led by Coinbase co-founder Fred Ehrsam and ex-Sequoia Capital partner Matt Huang. Increased Venture Capital Interest In The Industry Paradigm’s previous investments include prominent projects like decentralized exchange (DEX) Uniswap and Optimism, a scaling solution for the Ethereum blockchain. According to Bloomberg, with the capital raised in the latest funding round, Paradigm aims to contribute to early-stage crypto work and plans to prioritize such projects in the future. Related Reading: Solana On-Chain Indicators Suggests A Return Of Bullish Sentiment, Is It Time To Buy SOL? The latest fundraising comes after Paradigm’s notable achievement in 2021 when it secured a $2.5 billion fund, the largest-ever crypto investment vehicle at that time. The current surge in interest and confidence within the venture capital community towards the crypto industry has led to increased funds focused on cryptocurrency strategies. Paradigm’s fundraising success reflects the growing market appetite for crypto investments. Recent developments, such as the introduction of Bitcoin ETF and the impending approval of ETFs centered around Ethereum, have fueled the industry’s expansion. Hivemind Capital Joins Paradigm In Venture Funding Race Paradigm is not the only venture firm seeking to raise funds within the crypto space. Hivemind Capital, for instance, is actively raising a specialized $50 million non-fungible token (NFT) fund. Hack VC, which previously announced a $150 million fund, is also exploring opportunities to raise over $100 million for another investment vehicle. These initiatives highlight the increasing interest and confidence in the potential of the crypto industry from venture capitalists. While Paradigm faced criticism, including temporarily removing cryptocurrency references from its website, the firm rectified the situation and reaffirmed its commitment to the industry. Fred Ehrsam transitioned from managing partner to general partner at the firm in October, further solidifying Paradigm’s dedication to fostering crypto innovation. Despite setbacks, Paradigm continues to support crypto projects actively. Recently, the firm led an investment round in Merkle Manufactory, a company responsible for developing software infrastructure for the Farcaster social media network. The funding round valued Merkle Manufactory at approximately $1 billion, underscoring Paradigm’s ongoing belief in the potential and value of the crypto industry. Related Reading: Memecoin Fight: DADDY Surpasses MOTHER Despite Insider Trading Activity Allegations Overall, Paradigm’s successful fundraising efforts for its third fund demonstrate investors’ continued interest and confidence in supporting early-stage cryptocurrency projects. In recent months, the crypto industry has experienced a consistent outflow of funds, resulting in a decline in the total market capitalization from its yearly peak of $2.7 trillion to the current level of $2.3 trillion. The dominant cryptocurrency in the market has been the primary driver of the recent price drops. It is currently valued at $66,700 and has experienced a 3% decrease within the past 24 hours. Similarly, Ethereum has also declined, with its price dropping by 4% to approximately $3,475. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
OKX has partnered with P2P.org to introduce advanced staking for four major crypto assets, including ADA, DOT, KSM, and TIA.
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The UwU Lend protocol, which recently suffered a $20 million exploit, is once again under attack, with hackers stealing an additional $3.7 million from various asset pools. The ongoing exploit occurs as the protocol attempts to reimburse victims of the previous hack.
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The fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology has captivated the crypto market, propelling the introduction of new tokens and their subsequent listings on prominent exchanges like Binance. Interestingly, Binance recently published an updated article exploring the synergy between blockchain and AI, underscoring the potential of combining these two technologies. Crypto analysts known as “Crypto Symbiote” confidently predict that this emerging trend and increased acceptance of AI will result in 10 AI-related tokens experiencing significant price surges, with the potential for gains ranging from 10x to an astonishing 100x. After analyzing approximately 500 similar projects, “Crypto Symbiote” handpicked the top 10 AI tokens poised for exponential growth. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $67,000: Key Reasons AI-Related Tokens Poised For Major Growth Omni Network (OMNI): OMNI is an Ethereum-native protocol that facilitates rapid communication between Ethereum rollups. According to the analyst, unifying Ethereum as a single operating system provides a comprehensive learning, development, and operations environment. Given its use cases, this could increase its prospects for further price growth. OMNI is currently trading at $15, with a market cap of $163 million. Numerai (NMR): Numerai presents a data science competition where participants build machine learning models to predict the stock market using obfuscated financial data. Stakeholders can earn or lose based on the performance of their models. With a current price of $24, NMR commands a market cap of $168 million. SSV Network (SSV): SSV is a decentralized Ethereum staking network using Secret Shared Validator (SSV) technology. This approach splits validator keys into multiple KeyShares, allowing for fault-tolerant and non-custodial staking across multiple nodes. With a price of $36, SSV is one of the most popular AI tokens, and it has a market cap of $278 million. From Crypto Web3 Domains To AI Monetization Space ID Protocol (ID): SPACE ID serves as a universal name service network, providing a comprehensive platform for discovering, registering, trading, and managing web3 domains. Its offerings include a multi-chain name service, software development kit (SDK), and application programming interface (API) for developers. ID is currently valued at $0.6, with a market cap of $279 million. Golem Project (GLM): Golem is a decentralized platform that facilitates the sharing and access of computational resources. Users can share their unused computing power or utilize additional resources, with the GLM token facilitating transactions between providers and requestors. Priced at $0.44, GLM boasts a market cap of $445 million. AltLayer (ALT): AltLayer is a decentralized protocol designed to enhance rollups’ security, decentralization, and interoperability. With a current price of $0.29, ALT’s market cap stands at $449 million. NFPrompt (NFP): NFPrompt introduces a Web3 tool that enables users to monetize AI-generated content. Leveraging blockchain technology provides verifiable ownership of AI art, empowering users to express their creativity and profit from it. Priced at $0.43, NFP holds a market cap of $110 million. Related Reading: Ethereum Buying Pressure Reaches Critical Level Amid Massive Whale Buying Ultimately, the crypto analyst firmly believes that these selected AI tokens possess tremendous growth potential due to their underlying technology, potential for widespread adoption, and current undervaluation. However, investors must conduct thorough research and exercise caution when making investment decisions. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Stablecoin issuer Tether and its investment arm, Tether Investments, have revealed their intention to allocate more than $1 billion to various investment opportunities over the next 12 months. According to a Bloomberg report, Paolo Ardoino, Chief Executive Officer behind the USDT stablecoin, shared insights into the company’s next investment strategies and areas of focus in […]
SushiSwap transitions to Sushi Labs with a new council structure and multitoken ecosystem to address governance and market response issues.
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ZKSync is set to airdrop 17.5% of its ZK token supply to 695,232 eligible wallets starting next week, with the majority of tokens allocated to the project's community and ecosystem initiatives.
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When analyzing the DeFi market, Solana is almost exclusively compared to Ethereum. Both are Layer 1 networks, and Solana is often perceived as an alternative to Ethereum, which yields an interesting market perspective. However, comparing Solana to Base makes more sense as the two blockchains are similar in the type of activities and user engagement they […]
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UwU Lend, a DeFi protocol founded by Quadriga CX co-founder "Sifu," has suffered a $19.3 million exploit, with the exact method of the attack remaining unclear.
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The Solana Foundation has removed a group of validator operators from its delegation program due to their involvement in sandwich attacks on Solana users. The move aims to protect retail users from malicious activities.
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Cryptocurrency investors are in a tizzy after dormant funds from the December Orbit Chain heist were spotted tumbling through Tornado Cash, a notorious blockchain anonymizer. The hack, which pilfered a staggering $48 million (now ballooned to $121 million due to market fluctuations), had gone quiet for months, leading many to believe the ill-gotten gains were […]
According to a report by data analytics company IntoTheBlock, the volume of high-risk loans on the prominent Aave Protocol is reaching high levels as general loan volume in the DeFi space records multi-year highs. This development is believed to stem from investors exploring various investment strategies in a bid to maximize profits in a highly anticipated crypto bull run. Related Reading: Aave Joins Binance’s BNB Chain Ecosystem – Here’s How Users Benefit Aave’s High-Risk Loans 5% Short Of Liquidation Threshold In its weekly newsletter on June 8, IntoTheBlock highlights that DeFi loans are currently estimated at $11 billion representing the peak value seen in the last two years. As the largest lending protocol, Aave accounts for over 50% of these figures with its users having borrowed about $6 billion. Notably, $1 billion of this debt is categorized as high-risk loans which are placed against volatile collateral. Currently, these loans present substantial risk, with the values of their collateral asset within 5% of their set liquidation threshold. For context, the margin call level or liquidation threshold is a predetermined point at which an asset’s value falls to a level where the lender or broker requires the borrower to add more collateral to maintain the loan or position. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the automatic liquidation of such collateral. When collateral assets hover around this critical threshold as with the high-risk loans on Aave, any minor dip may lead to widespread liquidations. This normally results in the loss of such assets for the borrower. However, in certain conditions where a rapid price decline occurs, the borrower may incur additional losses which may be transferred to their account balance on the lending platform. Furthermore, liquidations from these high-risk loans may exacerbate market volatility, which may result in more price loss, leading to more liquidations in a downward spiral. In addition, many assets getting liquidated at once can create liquidity crunches which can prevent the Aave protocol from operating smoothly. Related Reading: Curve Founder Michael Egorov Clears Aave Loan, Reduces Total Debt To $42.7 Million AAVE Price Overview Meanwhile, AAVE has declined by 5.30% in the last day after facing serious resistance at the $98.20 price zone. The DeFi token is currently valued at $92.30 after an overall negative performance in the past week resulting in an 11.53% price loss. However, according to price prediction site Coincodex, the general sentiment around AAVE remains positive. The team at Coincodex backs AAVE to make a remarkable comeback hitting a price point of $303.87 in the next one month. Featured image from LinkedIn, chart from Tradingview
During a San Francisco fundraiser hosted by tech venture capitalists David Sacks and Chamath Palihapitiya, former President Donald Trump positioned himself as the champion of crypto and criticized the Democratic party’s regulatory efforts in the sector. Donald Trump Raises $12 Million In Race For White House According to Reuters, the event was held at Sacks’ […]
Pendle Finance and Notcoin recently experienced roughly 58.6% and 400% price growth, respectively and are thus among the recent top performers.
Decentralized finance is coming to Bitcoin – and it could be huge.
The University of Austin (UATX), set to welcome its inaugural class this fall, has embarked on a new venture by collaborating with cryptocurrency platform Unchained. Their joint goal is to raise $5 million in Bitcoin (BTC) to contribute to UATX’s long-term fund. According to a Bloomberg report, UATX sees Bitcoin as a unique opportunity to […]
In a recent filing, US-based cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has made sharp accusations against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its chairman, Gary Gensler, claiming their actions aim to stifle the cryptocurrency sector. The filing comes amid an ongoing legal battle between Coinbase and the SEC, which alleges that the exchange engaged in unregistered […]
DMM Bitcoin, one of Japan’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, recently suffered a major setback when it reported a loss of 48 billion yen ($305 million) in Bitcoin (BTC) due to a security breach. The incident, discovered on May 31, 2024, revealed the illegal leakage of BTC from a DMM Bitcoin wallet. As a result, several services […]
Babylon, a crypto startup co-founded by Stanford University engineering Professor David Tse, has secured $70 million in its latest funding round, according to a Bloomberg report. The company reportedly aims to bridge the gap between Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), the two leading cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin As A Staking Asset Per the report, the funding round was […]
Notcoin (NOT), the play-to-earn token integrated into the Open Network (TON) ecosystem, has made significant waves in the market, becoming the top performer on Thursday. With a surge of over 30% within the past 24 hours, Notcoin has secured the 82nd spot among the largest 100 cryptocurrencies, boasting a market capitalization of $1.25 billion. Notcoin Attracts Millions With Tap-To-Earn Gameplay Launched in 2023 by Open Builders, a team focused on developing social games, Notcoin gained popularity shortly after its release. The game’s gameplay, combined with the strategic use of Telegram’s vast user base, attracted millions of users. Players engage in a Telegram-based Tap-to-Earn game, accumulating Notcoins by tapping on virtual coins. Completing quests, participating in leaderboards, and utilizing boosts enhance the earning potential, making Notcoin an accessible entry point for blockchain gaming newcomers. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Predicts Top Altcoins To Make A 10x Return In 90 Days Notcoin exemplifies a notable GameFi project, drawing over 35 million users through its engaging gameplay and viral growth. The game promotes social interaction by allowing players to form squads, invite friends, and engage in community-driven activities. With a total supply of 102.7 billion NOT tokens, Notcoin’s allocation strategy prioritizes the community’s involvement. Approximately 78% of tokens, accounting for around 80.2 billion, are allocated to early miners and voucher holders, ensuring a significant portion remains with the community. The remaining 22% is reserved for new users, traders, and future development phases, fostering a decentralized and community-driven ecosystem. NOT Surges To New All-Time High Notcoin experienced a decline in value down to $0.0045 on May 23 after a successful airdrop and listing on major exchanges like Binance. However, the token has since surged to $0.012 within the past 24 hours, reaching a new all-time high. One of the key drivers behind this surge is the increase in on-chain holders, surpassing competitors such as Shiba Inu (SHIB), Bonk Inu (BONK), and Pepe Coin (PEPE). Notcoin boasts over 1.6 million holders, surpassing SHIB’s count of 1.4 million. According to CoinGecko data, Notcoin has also witnessed a substantial increase in trading volume, with a 45% surge compared to the previous day, reaching $1.4 billion traded within 24 hours. Notably, it has become the 7th most traded asset on Binance, surpassing Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), and XRP. The introduction of passive earning missions in the Telegram Game has contributed to Notcoin’s recent surge in price, trading volume, and almost doubling of its market cap within a week. Related Reading: Crypto Strategist Who Predicted Bitcoin Rejection At $70,000 Reveals Where Price Is Headed Next As the market awaits further developments, it remains to be seen whether Notcoin’s recent achievements will lead to a continuation of the uptrend, potentially reaching higher levels. The combination of increased on-chain holders, growing trading volume, and the introduction of new gameplay features positions Notcoin for continued growth and market recognition. Featured image from Shutterstock, chart from TradingView.com
At spot rates, Ethereum prices have been edging lower, recently even retesting the immediate support at $3,700. Even though the coin is still hovering around this level, optimism is high that it will spike higher in the coming days. Ethereum Whales Are Now Accumulating Cementing this outlook, one analyst, citing on-chain events, notes that a bullish narrative may be unfolding. Pointing to the sharp increase in Ethereum addresses controlling over 10,000 ETH, the analyst is now convinced that investors are through with their distribution and are not accumulating, expecting more price gains. Glassnode data cited shows that the number of addresses controlling over 10,000 ETH has been on the uptrend since May 20. Notably, on this day, prices shot strongly, breaking above $3,300 and $3,700. Related Reading: MATIC In Consolidation: Key Price Levels To Watch After A Breakout The uptick boosted sentiment, possibly explaining why whales are now accumulating and not opting to liquidate, accepting to be shaken off from their position following the recent correction from $3,900. When writing, ETH is changing hands at around $3,700, up nearly 20% from May 2024 lows. From the daily chart, the coin is still within a bullish breakout formation after clearing two crucial resistances (now support) at $3,300 and $3,700. Therefore, despite the retracement from $3,900, the uptrend remains. The coin, reading from the candlestick arrangement in the daily chart, will likely ease above $4,100 as buyers set their eyes on $4,900 or 2021 highs. It is highly that these whales are institutions, most of whom are optimistic about what lies ahead and positioning themselves for the leg up. The sharp expansion in whale count means institutions are increasingly confident in the vast Ethereum ecosystem. Continuous Development And Spot ETH ETF Hopes One reason for this positive outlook is the continuous development in the Ethereum network. After the successful activation of Dencun in March, platform developers are now focusing on the upcoming Pectra upgrade. This hard fork is expected to further enhance the network, making transaction processing more efficient and cost-effective. These continuous developments are positioning the network as the preferred host for decentralized finance (DeFi) and meme coin activities. Related Reading: Political Memecoin Mania: Super Trump Token Explodes With 200% Surge Beyond platform-related factors, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently approved the listing of all spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The agency is yet to clarify its position on the status of ETH. However, this will change with the approval of all S-1 registration forms for spot ETFs. Analysts believe the second most valuable coin would have received the much-needed clarity if these forms are given the go-ahead. Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin donates to Tornado Cash devs, supporting legal battles and advocating for privacy in crypto transactions.
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Online payment company PayPal is set to integrate its PayPal USD stablecoin (PYUSD) into the Solana (SOL) blockchain, which is increasingly becoming the preferred choice for memecoin issuers. This move follows the successful launch of PYUSD on the Ethereum (ETH) blockchain and its subsequent addition to PayPal’s Venmo peer-to-peer (P2P) payments service. According to Bloomberg, […]
DLC.Link CEO Aki Balogh tells The Agenda how DeFi on Bitcoin will unlock BTC’s potential for collateral, yield farming and more.
As a recent Messari report outlined, the XRP Ledger (XRPL) showcased notable progress during the first quarter of 2024. The decentralized public blockchain, which facilitates the transfer of XRP, fiat currencies, and other digital assets, has demonstrated substantial activity. XRP Ledger Burn Rate Slows Amid Low Fees During Q1 2024, XRP, the native token of the XRPL, secured its position as the sixth largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, reaching $34.1 billion (currently $29M). Despite a slight price decrease, XRP’s circulating market cap witnessed a 1.3% growth quarter-over-quarter (QoQ). Related Reading: Forget Fear, Embrace Greed? Bitcoin Soars As Sentiment Turns Red Hot The XRPL employs a deflationary mechanism by systematically burning transaction fees. This process exerts downward pressure on the total supply of XRP, which stands at 100 billion tokens. Since the inception of the XRP Ledger, approximately 12 million XRP have been burned. However, the low burn rate during Q1 can be attributed to the network’s relatively low transaction fees (less than $0.002 per transaction). Additionally, 1 billion XRP is released from escrow to Ripple each month, with any unutilized tokens being placed into new escrow contracts. This pattern will continue until the remaining approximately 45 billion XRP becomes liquid; at this point, the deflationary pressure from burned fees will be the primary variable affecting supply. While XRP’s price decreased marginally 0.1% QoQ, lagging behind the overall crypto market’s 63.0% increase, it rose 14.8% year over year (YoY). Inscription-Fueled Transactions Propel XRPL Daily Payments The report highlights that revenue in the XRPL is measured as total fees collected by the network, which are subsequently burned, contributing to the redistribution of wealth from transaction fee spenders to XRP holders. Network activity showed significant growth, with active addresses and transactions increasing by 37% and 113% QoQ, respectively. A substantial portion of transaction activity on the XRPL stemmed from inscriptions, a transaction type popularized in early 2023. Over 30 million transactions were sent to a single account by approximately 45,000 accounts engaged in inscription-related activities. According to Messari, inscriptions, facilitated by XRP Script, played a key role in driving the surge in daily payments, which soared 350% QoQ to 2 million transactions. Related Reading: $2.9 Billion In Mt. Gox Bitcoin On The Move For The First Time In 5 Years, Where Is It Headed? Lastly, the report notes that the XRP Ledger blockchain witnessed a net increase of 150,000 accounts, driving the total number of accounts up by 3.1% to 5.15 million in Q1. However, new addresses decreased 12.4% QoQ to 183,000, primarily due to the high number of addresses created in Q4, coinciding with the inception of inscription activity. As of press time, XRP is valued at $0.5279, down 2.5% in the past 24 hours and 3.5% in the past seven days, which is in line with the broader market trend. Featured image from Shutterstock, chart from TradingView.com
In a bold move that has sent its stock price soaring, medical device company Semler Scientific Inc. has announced that it has allocated a significant portion of its cash reserves to Bitcoin (BTC). According to Bloomberg, the San Jose, California-based firm purchased 581 Bitcoin for a total of $40 million, including fees and expenses. Semler […]