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TL;DR: The EPF concluded the fourth cohort and is preparing for a fifth cohort. Applications will be open soon. In the meantime, explore the new EPF.wiki and sign up to get notified when they open. The Ethereum Protocol Fellowship recently completed its fourth successful cohort, culminating with EPF Day at Devconnect in Istanbul. Its completion marked 4 months of immersive learning, research and contribution to the Ethereum core ecosystem from a group of talented and dedicated fellows. To learn more about EPF, take a look at some of the past posts and repos. EPF4 Stats Applications for the fourth cohort…

Risk appetite across traditional and cryptocurrency markets saw a sharp rise this week, helping United States cryptocurrency funds recover the capital lost to the correction of February and March, amassing over $7.5 billion worth of weekly inflows.Bitcoin (BTC) surpassed its old all-time high on May 21, two days after President Donald Trump confirmed ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in a May 19 X post.Meanwhile, popular analyst and Global Macro Investor CEO Raoul Pal warned of more fiat currency debasement, urging investors to gain more exposure to cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), as these assets “will never be this…

Introduction The growing fragmentation of Web3 presents one of its greatest challenges. With countless blockchains, dApps, and platforms emerging, interoperability—smooth and seamless interaction between different blockchain ecosystems—has become a critical priority. The ability to move assets, data, and smart contracts across chains will unlock scalability, promote innovation, and push mass adoption forward. This article explores the interoperability movement in Web3, the solutions being developed, and how they are breaking down barriers to build a cohesive and interconnected blockchain future. The Problem: Siloed Blockchains Web3 is rich in diversity but suffers from fragmentation. Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot, and Cosmos, among others, each…

Members of the US House of Representatives called for the Justice Department to investigate Donald Trump’s May 22 dinner for his top memecoin investors, citing concerns about “foreign influence over US policy decisions” and “potential corruption and emoluments clause violations.”In a May 22 letter to the Justice Department, 35 House members asked the public integrity section acting chief, Edward Sullivan, to launch an inquiry over the memecoin dinner to determine whether it violated the federal bribery statute or the foreign emoluments clause of the US Constitution. Under the emoluments clause, a US president is barred from accepting any gift from a…

In brief Coinbase released a few more worrying details about the data breach it reported last week. Strategy got hit with a class action lawsuit, then launched a “crown jewel” of a $2.1 billion stock offering. A trio of banks are mulling a stablecoin contender, but it would be used on a permissioned network. Public Keys is a weekly roundup from Decrypt that tracks the key publicly traded crypto companies.This week:Worrying details from CoinbaseThe data breach Coinbase told users and investors about last week has gotten a little more worrying.It’s not that more data has been stolen. But the company…

US-based spot Bitcoin exchange-traded-funds (ETFs) have recorded a total of $2.75 billion in inflows this week amid Bitcoin surpassing its January all-time high of $109,000.The $2.75 billion in inflows is approximately 4.5 times larger than the previous week’s $608 million, according to Farside data.BlackRock Bitcoin ETF continues inflow streakOn May 23, the final day of the trading week, spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs recorded $211.7 million in inflows. However, BlackRock’s IBIT was the only fund to post gains in the trading day, adding $430.8 million and extending its inflow streak to eight consecutive days. Grayscale’s GBTC led outflows with $89.2 million,…

Introduction The debate between Layer 1 (L1) and Layer 2 (L2) scaling solutions in blockchain technology often boils down to a fundamental trade-off: security vs. speed. While L1 solutions prioritize decentralization and security, L2 options focus on scalability and transaction throughput. This tension shapes how different blockchain networks approach performance, trust, and usability. Understanding Layer 1 Solutions L1 scaling refers to upgrades made directly to the blockchain’s core protocol to improve performance—without delegating work to secondary chains. These modifications often involve adjustments to block size, consensus mechanisms, or transaction verification methods. Advantages of L1 Scaling L1 solutions maintain the highest…

Bitcoin has captured the attention of investors worldwide, promising potentially high returns while also presenting a novel and volatile investment landscape. Understanding the intricacies of Bitcoin is crucial before allocating any funds. This article delves into the risks, rewards, and strategies associated with Bitcoin investment. Understanding the Potential Rewards of Bitcoin Investment Bitcoin’s allure stems from its potential for substantial returns. Several factors contribute to these potential rewards: Decentralization: Bitcoin operates independently of central banks and government control, offering a hedge against traditional financial systems, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty or geopolitical instability. This feature attracts investors seeking diversification…

“Art is not a thing; it is a doing.” – Paul Klee Today, the world of NFTs, which is a huge kingdom of its own, has taken the art arena by storm. Believe it or not, these digital assets that represent unique ownership of digital items have indeed skyrocketed in popularity as well as great value. Of course, although many different factors contribute to the cost/price of an NFT, certain key factors significantly influence its cost to a greater extent.In this blog post, I will give you a smooth ride into the top 5 factors that determine the price of…

A federal jury convicted former SafeMoon Braden John Karony on all charges in a crypto fraud scheme that siphoned millions from investors under false promises of decentralized finance security.The jury found Karony guilty of conspiracy to commit securities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering after a 12-day trial in Brooklyn on May 21.Prosecutors accused Karony of lying to investors about SafeMoon’s locked liquidity pools while secretly accessing and draining the funds to buy luxury homes and vehicles.Karony now faces up to 45 years in prison. Jurors also ordered the forfeiture of approximately $2 million in real estate assets linked to…