Author: Kryptonews

Economist and author of The Bitcoin Standard, Saifedean Ammous, has weighed in on the ongoing debate over spam inscriptions on the Bitcoin network, suggesting he would “throw in a few sats” to fund a full-time developer focused on making Bitcoin spamming more difficult and expensive.Ammous made the remarks in response to a thread initiated by the pseudonymous developer GrassFedBitcoin, who called for Bitcoin Core to merge pull request #28408, which would enable node operators to filter inscriptions more easily.According to GrassFedBitcoin, the lack of inscription filtering tools contributes to unnecessary blockchain bloat and undermines Bitcoin (BTC)’s role as a monetary protocol.“No…

Introduction to Blockchain Blockchain is a revolutionary technology that has gained widespread attention in recent years, primarily due to its role in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. However, its applications extend far beyond digital currency. At its core, blockchain is a decentralized, digital ledger that records transactions across a network of computers. This makes it secure, transparent, and resistant to tampering. What Does a Blockchain Do? A blockchain serves as a permanent, unalterable record of transactions. Instead of being controlled by a single entity, it is maintained by a network of computers (nodes) working together. Each "block" in the chain contains a…

Thanks to an article on Hackernoon and my research work, I came across a number of projects in the NFT 2.0 space, and today, I invite you to explore one of them together: presenting DAO Envelop and our shared stance on decentralized and fragmented liquidity. Specifically, in the first part, we’ll discuss decentralization, and in the second, we’ll move on to fragmentation. So, let’s get started!Introduction The blockchain trilemma suggests that decentralization, security, and performance cannot fully coexist at 100% simultaneously. Many blockchain solutions focus on performance: Solana, Ton, Aptos, and others. TPS (transactions per second) has become a key…

The global digital assets market saw a marginal surge on Sunday morning to stand $3.31 trillion cap. This comes after witnessing a week of fluctuations. The rise in Bitcoin’s dominance, in a way, pressured altcoins to perform as retail investors are still absent. However, the stock markets and crypto remained nearly correlated.  The ongoing 90-day tariff pause between the US and China has markets within striking distance of their all-time highs. Meanwhile, Moody’s delivered a shock downgrade to the US credit rating from Aaa to Aa1. It cited soaring deficits and a mounting debt burden. S&P, BTC, gold near ATHs…

Key points:Bitcoin is convincing traders that an upside breakout is around the corner, with all-time highs in sight.One target demands $116,000 next week, moving BTC/USD firmly out of its narrow range.A quick dip before continuing higher is among the options for BTC price action into the new week.Bitcoin (BTC) reduced volatility to a minimum into the May 18 weekly close as traders bet on a fresh breakout.BTC/USD 4-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewBTC price brews classic breakout signalData from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView showed the area around $103,000 acting as a BTC price magnet throughout the weekend.Now barely fluctuating up or…

The age-old debate about the future of money is increasingly focused on two titans: Bitcoin and fiat currency. Understanding their fundamental differences, advantages, and disadvantages is crucial to navigating the evolving financial landscape. Both have their proponents, each arguing for the superiority of their chosen system.## What is Fiat Currency?Fiat currency is the traditional money we use every day—dollars, euros, yen, and so on. Its value is determined by government regulation and the collective faith in the issuing authority. It isn’t backed by any physical commodity like gold or silver. Central banks control the supply of fiat currency, allowing them…

Why Every Business Needs to Understand Blockchain in the Next Decade The Rising Importance of Blockchain Blockchain technology is no longer just the backbone of cryptocurrencies; it has evolved into a transformative force for businesses across industries. Over the next decade, understanding and integrating blockchain will be crucial for companies to remain competitive, secure, and transparent. Whether it’s optimizing supply chains, securing data, or streamlining financial transactions, blockchain offers solutions that will reshape how businesses operate. Key Advantages of Blockchain for Businesses Enhanced Transparency and Trust One of the primary benefits of blockchain is its ability to offer transparency in…

The crypto sector is currently expressing slight fluctuations, according to the exclusive market data. In this respect, the overall 24-hour crypto volume has plunged by 26.01% at $83.07B, while the total crypto market cap stands at $3.29T after a 0.01% increase. In addition to this, the crypto Fear & Greed index is currently accounting for 66 points, showing a notable “greed.” Bitcoin Records 0.09% Decrease While Ethereum Accounts for 0.37% Surge The flagship cryptocurrency Bitcoin ($BTC) is now trading at $103,454.20. In this respect, it has seen a slight 0.09% dip while its current market dominance is 62.5%. Apart from…

Ethereum (ETH/USD) is back in the spotlight as it tests a key resistance zone inside a symmetrical triangle. At the moment, ETH is trading around $2,508, below both the triangle’s upper trendline and the 50-period EMA ($2,519) on the 2-hour chart. Some expected an early breakout, but price is still coiled, no confirmed break above resistance.This triangle formation, created by converging trendlines, means consolidation and decreasing volatility—a classic sign of a big move coming. ETH has held a series of higher lows, keeping the bullish case alive, but buyers haven’t produced a strong breakout candle yet. Volume is low and…

The new issue of Art in America, ARTnews’s sister publication, features profiles of 20 “New Talent” artists selected by the editors as significant figures to watch. The list draws on artists from locations all over the globe and working in all mediums, each of them emerging in their own ways. The Summer 2025 issue of Art in America revisits the magazine’s long-running “New Talent” designation, which was initiated in 1954 and ran regularly in the magazine until 1966. The magazine relaunched the concept in the summer of 2021 and has continued in the years since. Historically important artists identified as…