Author: Kryptonews

Embarking on the world of Bitcoin can feel like stepping into a complex maze. With its jargon, fluctuations, and inherent risks, understanding where to begin can be overwhelming. Fear not! This beginner’s handbook aims to demystify Bitcoin and provide you with the essential knowledge to confidently make your first purchase. What is Bitcoin, Anyway? Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency, meaning it’s not controlled by a single entity like a bank or government. It operates on a technology called blockchain, a public, distributed ledger that records all transactions securely and transparently. Think of it like a digital record book, continuously…

Introduction to Blockchain and Finance Blockchain technology has revolutionized the financial sector by offering transparent, secure, and decentralized solutions. Unlike traditional finance, which relies on intermediaries like banks and clearinghouses, blockchain operates on a peer-to-peer network, enabling fast and cost-effective transactions. Its applications extend from digital currencies to supply chain finance and smart contract-based investments, reshaping how businesses and individuals handle money worldwide. How Blockchain Enhances Financial Systems Blockchain technology enhances financial systems through several key features: Transparency and Security – All transactions are recorded on an immutable ledger, reducing fraud risks and improving trust. Decentralization – No single authority…

491Non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace X2Y2 is shutting down after three years of operations. The company’s pseudonymous founder, TP, announced the decision on March 31. “We’re sunsetting X2Y2 as an NFT marketplace. One month from now, on April 30, 2025, the platform will shut down completely,” the statement reads.X2Y2 cited a 90% drop in NFT trading volume since its peak in 2021 as a key reason for the closure. The company also hinted at a shift in focus toward artificial intelligence (AI). “We’re building something new, something that takes everything we’ve learned and aims higher. Picture this: yields in a permissionless way, powered by…

The biggest question on many crypto investor’s minds is: How do you find altcoins and buy them before everyone else so you can make those 100x gains?First, it’s necessary to realize that if you are looking at +100x gains, then this will only be achievable from the small and micro-cap market.Why Micro-Cap & Small-Cap Altcoins?Low-cap altcoins (also known as micro-cap or small-cap altcoins) are the only segment of the altcoin market which have the potential for massive ROI (Return on Investment) because they are often undervalued and relatively unknown and or are newly released.These altcoins have a market capitalization of…

TRON founder and prominent crypto industry figure Justin Sun has taken to the social media platform X to make optimistic claims about the future of JST (JUST), the governance token of the Just ecosystem. In a recent post, Sun declared that JST has undergone a “complete fundamental reversal,” and suggested it could become the “next 100x token” as the TRON-based DeFi landscape matures.The rise of JustLend and USDDCentral to Sun’s argument is the performance of JustLend, a permissionless lending platform built on the TRON blockchain and incubated by JST. Since its launch, JustLend has grown into one of the largest…

TL;DR: We are excited to announce that the applications are now open for the sixth cohort of the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (EPF6). The EPF provides a pathway for aspiring protocol developers to make meaningful contributions to Ethereum. In each cohort, a diverse group is assembled to work toward advancing Ethereum’s roadmap during the fellowship. This includes the development of client implementations, testing and specifications, and participating in the latest core protocol research. With an overarching goal to find eventual placement for fellows in R&D teams working on core protocol development, EPF provides fellows with a unique opportunity to collaborate with…

1Nike is facing a class action lawsuit from buyers of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) tied to its RTFKT project. The lawsuit, filed Friday in federal court in Brooklyn, claims buyers suffered major losses when Nike shut down the RTFKT unit.According to the complaint, buyers say they would not have purchased the NFTs at the prices they did if they had known the project would eventually close. The shutdown, they argue, caused demand and prices for the NFTs to fall sharply.The lawsuit seeks more than $5 million in damages for alleged violations of consumer protection laws in New York, California, Florida, and…

An altcoin associated with a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) project surged by nearly 44% on Friday after receiving a prominent exchange listing. On Thursday, the South Korean crypto exchange giant Bithumb announced it was listing XYO, the native token of the XYO Network. The XYO Network aims to process any type of decentralized data. Explains the project’s website, “Encompassing both a network and protocol, XYO can be used for aggregating, verifying, organizing, and utilizing decentralized data from any hardware node capable of running XYO-enabled software or firmware. XYO’s defining premise is decentralized verification, allowing network devices to verify the data…

Crypto market consolidates after a rally earlier this week; Bitcoin’s return above $94,000 supported trader sentiment. While most altcoins suffered a pullback in the market-wide correction, three tokens could yield gains for holders in the coming weeks: Dogecoin, Solana and ONDO.  Dogecoin (DOGE), Solana (SOL) and Ondo (ONDO) could begin rallying in the coming weeks amidst several catalysts in the ecosystem. From U.S. President Donald Trump’s softening stance on tariffs to Bitcoin’s attempt to reclaim the “digital gold” title, a few altcoin rallies are pending and could yield gains for traders. Bitcoin pullback and what to expect Bitcoin started the…

Unichain – a Layer 2 solution developed by Uniswap Labs, officially launched its mainnet in February 2025. Built on OP Stack and integrated into the Superchain ecosystem, Unichain not only inherits the scalability of Optimism but is also designed to become the liquidity hub for the DeFi ecosystem.The Unichain ecosystem has rapidly attracted major protocols, including Uniswap — the leading DEX, which now reaches a peak daily trading volume of $85 million and generates over $1.2 million in trading fees.Why You Should Start Farming Early on UnichainIn mid-April 2025, Unichain announced a $50 million liquidity incentive program in partnership with…