Author: Kryptonews

Blockchain and AI: A Synergistic Revolution Artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain are two of the most transformative technologies of our time, each with the potential to reshape industries and redefine how we interact with data. However, when combined, their capabilities expand exponentially. Blockchain’s secure, transparent, and decentralized nature enhances AI’s trust, scalability, and ethical governance—creating a digital revolution unlike anything seen before. How Blockchain Amplifies AI’s Power One of the biggest challenges in AI development is data scarcity and bias. AI models require vast, diverse datasets to learn and improve, yet centralization often limits access and integrity. Blockchain addresses this…

April 19th, 2025— The Ethereum price experienced a slight uptick of 0.75% to reach $1,595 during Friday’s trading session. While the broader market sentiment remains uncertain amid U.S.-China trade tensions, the buying pressure in ETH could be attributed to whale accumulation. The renewed recovery from investors sets the coin price for a breakout past the multi-month resistance of the current correction. Is the $2,000 rally close? Massive Whale Withdrawals Fuel Bullish Hopes  Amid the tariff-driven uncertainty, the Ethereum price has projected a sideways action around $1,600 for nearly two weeks. The series of neutral candles with rejection on either side…

Lido’s governance community is reviewing a new proposal to give staked Ethereum (stETH) holders more influence in protocol decisions.The May 8 proposal, dubbed Lido Improvement Proposal 28 (LIP-28), introduces a Dual Governance framework.Presently, only LDO token holders can vote on changes to the Lido protocol. This gives them complete control over decisions that affect everyone in the ecosystem, including those who stake ETH and receive stETH in return.While stETH holders are essential to the platform’s success, they lack any formal way to oppose or influence DAO proposals.The DeFi protocol’s proposal aims to grant stETH holders a more active role in…

Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, has attracted significant attention, captivating investors with its potential for high returns. However, its popularity has also attracted scammers, leading to a surge in Bitcoin-related scams. Protecting yourself from these fraudulent schemes requires vigilance, knowledge, and the adoption of secure practices. This article provides essential tips to safeguard your investments in the often-volatile and challenging world of Bitcoin. Understand the Landscape: Recognizing Common Bitcoin Scams Awareness is the first line of defense. Becoming familiar with common scams allows you to identify red flags and avoid falling victim. Phishing Scams: Scammers often use fake emails, websites, or…

The Evolution of Blockchain: Top Trends for 2025 Blockchain technology has rapidly transformed from a niche concept to a mainstream tool, driving innovation across industries. As we look ahead to 2025, key trends are emerging that promise to revolutionize how we use blockchain, making it faster, more secure, and more integrated into daily life. Here’s a breakdown of the blockchain trends set to dominate the coming year. 1. Mainstream Adoption of DeFi 2.0 Decentralized finance (DeFi) has seen explosive growth in recent years, but DeFi 2.0 aims to address earlier issues such as scalability and user experience. Protocols like DeFi…

As more and more businesses are impacted by tariff volatility, some executives, like Ridhima Kahn, vice president of business development at Dapper Labs, are viewing the assault on the cost of physical goods as another use case for digital markets powered by blockchain to shine.“I’m seeing a lot of brands rethinking where revenue and fan engagement come from,” Kahn said during an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph. “A lot of franchises, like the ones we work with — NBA, NFL, Disney — have already had years of success with digital collection, and we’re seeing a lot of brands express interest in…

Bitcoin has once again captured the world’s attention as it decisively smashed through the $60,000 barrier, a price point not seen since late 2021. The surge has ignited a flurry of speculation about whether this signifies the beginning of a new bull run and what factors are driving this renewed interest. Let’s delve into the contributing elements and potential future trajectories.## Spot ETF Approval: A Major CatalystOne of the most significant drivers behind Bitcoin’s recent resurgence is the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States. These ETFs provide institutional and retail investors with a regulated and accessible way…

Felix Pinkston May 15, 2025 05:13 BitMEX has launched the LAUNCHCOINUSDT perpetual swap, allowing traders to leverage up to 12.5x. The listing went live on May 15, 2025, enhancing trading opportunities. BitMEX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the launch of a new perpetual swap for LAUNCHCOIN, denominated as LAUNCHCOINUSDT. This new listing, which became available for trading on May 15, 2025, at 04:00 UTC, offers traders the opportunity to engage with LAUNCHCOIN using leverage of up to 12.5x, according to BitMEX. New Trading Opportunities The introduction of the LAUNCHCOINUSDT perpetual swap is…

Ethereum’s weekly All Core Developer calls are a lot to keep up with, so this “Checkpoint” series aims for brief high-level updates with a target cadence of every 4-5 calls, depending on what’s happening in core development. See the initial update here. All subsequent updates will be hosted here on the Ethereum Foundation blog. The past month of calls have been focused on Pectra’s testnet upgrades in anticipation of the Pectra mainnet fork with development of the following fork, Fusaka, pushing forward in parallel. Pectra Both major testnets, Holešky and Sepolia, underwent the Pectra fork and both saw configuration issues…

Whale gains $4M+ from BTC and SOL shorts via high-leverage trading on DeFi protocols. SOL short exit in progress after $1.77M profit and $121K in funding earned. ETH short lags with $141K loss despite funding gains, showing mixed strategy results. A high-stakes crypto trader has recorded millions in profits from strong short positions across Solana (SOL), Bitcoin (BTC), and Ethereum (ETH). On-chain activity reveals fast-paced trading behavior on decentralized protocols. The wallet, labeled 0x5b5d5120…F298C060, maintains a leveraged trading strategy totaling $57.66 million in notional value, exclusively allocated to perpetual contracts on the Hyperliquid and HIP-2 protocols. No funds are currently…