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Ethereum faced a rare mass slashing event with 39 validators penalized due to operator errors tied to the SSV Network. Summary 39 validators tied to SSV Network were slashed after operational errors by Ankr and Allnodes. Each validator lost around 0.3 ETH, with further losses from inactivity leaks. Event highlights risks of validator mismanagement as Ethereum faces high exit queues and market volatility. On Sept. 10, 39 validators were penalized, according to data from blockchain explorer Beaconcha.in. making it one of the largest coordinated slashing events to affect Ethereum (ETH) since the switch to proof-of-stake in 2022. The incident, which…

Crypto in 2025 is no longer just about survival. It is about dominance, timing, and the pursuit of the next exponential opportunity. Investors searching for the top new crypto presales to join in 2025 are watching carefully as fresh projects and established giants battle for attention. On one end, meme-driven projects like BullZilla are rewriting what early adoption means. On another, sustainable chains like Cardano are building for endurance while still battling new challengers. At the very top, Bitcoin is testing the strength of its throne with institutional capital shifting its very foundation. Three names define this moment: BullZilla, Cardano,…

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in On Balance, the ARTnews newsletter about the art market and beyond. Sign up here to receive it every Wednesday. The fall art season may have kicked off last week, but it’s not the openings, or even the fairs, that are generating the most talk about the market. Instead, it’s a debate over the coverage of the market. On Sunday, as the Armory Show wrapped up, Artnet News released its mid-year intelligence report, led by a Katya Kazakina analysis titled “The Storm Hits the Art Market: Who’s Getting Swept Away.” The headline was alarmist, and so was the copy.   Related Articles “Not a week…

Crypto markets continue to test investor patience. BONK has dropped nearly 18% as interest cools and trading volumes shrink, while AAVE trades sideways near $92, showing stability but little momentum. Both reflect hesitation in a market searching for direction. Meanwhile, BlockDAG presents a contrast built on action, not waiting. With over 312,000 holders, nearly $404 million raised, and 3 million daily users on its mining app, BlockDAG isn’t just attracting attention— it’s earning trust through consistent participation.  While others rely on sentiment shifts, BlockDAG’s presale performance signals structured demand, positioning it among the top crypto assets to watch in 2025.Why Over…

South Korea is reportedly lifting restrictions that have prevented crypto businesses from qualifying as venture companies, giving them new access to tax breaks and financing support. During a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, South Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups said it had passed a partial revision to the Enforcement Decree of the Venture Business Act to remove the restrictions on virtual asset trading and brokerage businesses, according to South Korean news outlet the KoreaTechDesk.The change, slated to take effect on Sept. 16, will allow crypto firms to apply for venture certification, which opens up options for tax breaks and financial support.Ted…

Good Morning, Asia. Here’s what’s making news in the markets:Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk’s Crypto Daybook Americas.The first signs of how validators are leaning in Hyperliquid’s hotly contested stablecoin vote are in, and the Stripe-aligned Native Markets team has an early lead.(https://www.usdhtracker.xyz/) As of Thursday morning Hong Kong time, Native Markets has secured 30.8% of the delegated stake, led by heavyweight validators infinitefield.xyz (13.5%) and Alphaticks (5.2%).Paxos Labs, the New York–regulated issuer behind PayPal’s…

Apple has been signaling for months that customers should brace for higher iPhone prices. The company’s latest release, the iPhone 17 Pro Max, comes with a 2-terabyte storage option and a $1,999 price tag, marking the first time an iPhone has approached the $2,000 mark. Analysts have highlighted that the tech giant could not have set a higher product price unless it was certain that many users were ready to pay it. Reliable sources have highlighted that Apple’s increased price on its iPhone products is due to US President Donald Trump’s threatening tariff policies on imports from China. Following this, tech…

Welcome to another exciting edition of the AltcoinInvestor Daily Digest, your go-to source for timely news, in-depth analysis, and expertise from the evolving world of altcoins and cryptocurrencies. In this issue, we explore top market movements, evaluate the ongoing Ethereum debate, uncover trending winners and losers, and highlight major crypto headlines shaping the global financial landscape. Let’s dive deep into today’s insights that can power your next smart investment decision.Opening NoteGreetings to our growing community of dedicated crypto enthusiasts and savvy investors! Whether you’re just starting your altcoin journey or a seasoned trader looking for the next breakthrough, knowledge is…

Over 48,000 Nepalese people downloaded Block CEO Jack Dorsey’s peer-to-peer messaging app, bitchat, amid a series of violent protests over corruption and a short-lived social media ban earlier this week.It followed a similar uptick in downloads in Indonesia last week after corruption-related protests erupted, according to Bitcoin open-source developer “callebtc,” who is working on bitchat.“Last week, we observed a sudden spike in bitchat downloads from Indonesia during nationwide protests. Today we’re seeing an even bigger spike from Nepal during youth protests over government corruption and a social media ban,” callebtc posted to X on Wednesday.According to charts shared by callebtc,…

Ripple’s legal victory drives XRP gains, while Bay Miner’s AI-powered cloud mining platform delivers secure, automated Bitcoin and Ethereum mining with strong monthly returns.The cryptocurrency industry recently received significant positive news: Ripple finally secured victory in its years-long legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The court ruled that sales of XRP on public exchanges do not constitute securities, setting an important precedent for the regulatory environment surrounding digital assets. The SEC subsequently withdrew its appeal, and Ripple will pay a $125 million civil penalty, but the company’s future development is no longer under the legal shadow.…