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Key Highlights QwQiao argues that major L1 networks and tokens lack lasting competitive advantages, also known as a moat, which makes it vulnerable  He believes that the main problem is that it is now too easy for users and developers to switch between different blockchains, which pulls down the long-term value of their tokens He proposed a solution, saying that blockchains should build apps and services directly on their networks On November 27, QwQiao, a partner at the Alliance DAO, shared a tweet in which he raised questions about the long-term value of L1 tokens.  (Source: QwQiao on X) In…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has quietly redirected part of his growing on-chain privacy activity toward the encrypted-messaging space, donating a total of 256 ETH to SimpleX Chat and Session via the Railgun privacy protocol. Onchain analytics firm Arkham first flagged the move, noting “VITALIK JUST SENT $2.9M $ETH TO RAILGUN. Vitalik holds over $700 MILLION of ETH, and just sent $2.9M into Railgun. What is he cooking?” VITALIK JUST SENT $2.9M $ETH TO RAILGUN Vitalik holds over $700 MILLION of ETH, and just sent $2.9M into Railgun.…

Peter Zhang Nov 28, 2025 02:22 The Tezos art community showcased its vibrant creativity in Berlin, highlighting the blockchain’s role in art innovation. Discover the impact and future of Tezos in the art world. The Tezos art community recently took center stage in Berlin, Germany, where a four-day event highlighted the innovative intersection of blockchain technology and digital art. The event marked a significant moment for Tezos, a blockchain known for its focus on creative expression and decentralization, according to Tezos. Expanding the Art Ecosystem The Berlin event, titled ‘Art On Tezos,’ showcased…

The South African Reserve Bank says it doesn’t see a need for a central bank digital currency in the near term, instead saying the country should modernize its payments system.The South African central bank said in a paper released on Thursday that there was no “strong immediate need” for a retail CBDC, though deploying one was technically feasible.It said that existing initiatives, such as a program to modernize the payments system and expand non-bank participation in the national payment system, should remain the priority for now.“While the SARB does not currently advocate for the implementation of a retail CBDC, it…

Your Daily Dose of Crypto Insights – [Date]Opening NoteHello Altcoin Enthusiasts! We’re excited to bring you a brand-new edition of the AltcoinInvestor Daily Digest—your go-to resource for everything happening in the expansive world of altcoins and digital assets. In today’s digest, we cover recent market movements, provide deep analysis of a trending sector, and highlight key developments shaping the future of cryptocurrency. Whether you’re an experienced investor or just starting out, our aim is to equip you with the insights needed to navigate the crypto landscape with confidence. Let’s dive right into what’s been moving the markets!Market RecapOver the past…

Ethereum’s price has spent the past several days under intense pressure. The leading altcoin has broken below $3,000 and is now probing deeper into ranges that were previously considered secondary support.  The latest technical read points to a single leverage point on the chart that now determines whether this recovery attempt can continue or whether the market is preparing for another leg lower. Where The Real Leverage Sits: $2,830 To $2,835 Ethereum’s price decline in November recently pushed it into a demand zone around $2,680 on November 21, where buyers finally stepped in to produce a 10% rebound back up…

In brief Interpol says scam centers span dozens of countries and rely on coerced labor. Crypto flows tied to compounds have surpassed $11 billion since first reported in July last year. Global coordination is finally catching up with the scam networks, Decrypt was told. Interpol has formally recognized crypto-related fraud now sits at the core of a sprawling scam-compound industry, designating the network a transnational criminal threat as global law-enforcement agencies move to tighten coordination around its financial flows.Member countries of the International Criminal Police Organization approved a resolution at its General Assembly in Marrakech this week, according to a…

Web3 gaming giant Animoca Brands is looking beyond gaming next year to expand its current portfolio of around 600 companies, says the company’s chief strategy officer, Keyvan Peymani.“We invest in dozens of companies a year,” Peymani said during a CNBC interview on Tuesday. “The aim for that, whether it is AI or DePIN or DeFi or games, or any of the kind of new sectors and stablecoins and opportunities that are coming in, is to always look at how the ecosystem we are a part of is expanding.” Gaming represents the biggest category in Animoca Brands’ portfolio, with 230 of…

Web3 gaming giant Animoca Brands is looking beyond gaming next year to expand its current portfolio of around 600 companies, says the company’s chief strategy officer, Keyvan Peymani.“We invest in dozens of companies a year,” Peymani said during a CNBC interview on Tuesday. “The aim for that, whether it is AI or DePIN or DeFi or games, or any of the kind of new sectors and stablecoins and opportunities that are coming in, is to always look at how the ecosystem we are a part of is expanding.” Gaming represents the biggest category in Animoca Brands’ portfolio, with 230 of…

The US Securities and Exchange Commission approved spot Bitcoin ETFs at block 826,565. By block 840,000, those funds held more than 800,000 BTC. By block 925,421, U.S. spot ETFs collectively held **≈5–6%** of circulating BTC (per live trackers at the time).Only after reading does the translation arrive: those blocks correspond to January 2024, April 2024, and Nov. 27, 2025. The story makes sense without months or years, what matters is the sequence.Bitcoin already uses two notions of time. Developer documentation describes the chain as an ordered ledger in which each block references the previous one, with the difficulty recalculated every…