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Multinational bank,  HSBC Holdings, has launched a blockchain-based settlement service in Hong Kong. The product which tokenizes deposits is the first of its kind by a regulated financial institution in the city.  According to a report from SCMP citing HSBC official statements, the settlement service allows the conversion of bank cash deposits into digital tokens on the blockchain. This will allow the bank’s corporate customers to make real-time payments using US Dollars (USD) and Hong Kong Dollars (HKD). The service is expected to reduce the cost of client transactions and ensure that payment can happen within a shorter period and…

Key takeaways:Spot Bitcoin ETFs have already surpassed gold ETFs in early growth, with projections of $100 billion in annual inflows by 2027.Publicly listed companies and nation-states currently hold nearly 1.7 million BTC, pointing to long-term confidence.Bitwise projects $120 billion in Bitcoin inflows by 2025 and $300 billion by 2026.Bitcoin (BTC) demand from a diverse range of investors—including publicly listed companies building Bitcoin treasuries, sovereign wealth funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and nation-states—is projected to drive substantial capital inflows to the asset in the coming years. According to crypto index fund management firm Bitwise, inflows to Bitcoin could reach $120 billion by…

How Blockchain Keeps Systems Honest In an era where trust in institutions is declining, technology has emerged as a potential solution for reinforcing transparency and accountability. At the heart of this movement lies blockchain, a decentralized ledger known for its immutable and transparent nature. By restructuring how data is recorded and shared, blockchain offers a new paradigm for honesty in various sectors—from finance to supply chains to governance. The Problem: Lack of Trust in Traditional Systems Traditional systems often rely on centralized authority, which can lead to inefficiencies, opacity, and manipulation. Whether it’s financial transactions hidden behind closed doors or…

A non-fungible token (NFT) trader could face up to six years in prison after pleading guilty to underreporting nearly $13 million in profits from trading CryptoPunks, according to the US Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.Waylon Wilcox, 45, admitted to filing false income tax returns for the 2021 and 2022 tax years. The former CryptoPunk investor pleaded guilty on April 9 to two counts of filing false individual income tax returns, federal prosecutors said in an April 11 press release.Back in April 2022, Wilcox filed a false individual income tax return for the tax year 2021, which underreported…

Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, operates on a complex yet fascinating technological foundation. Understanding these core technologies empowers you to grasp the fundamental principles behind its decentralized, secure, and transparent nature. This guide breaks down the key concepts in a way that’s accessible even for beginners. Cryptography: The Foundation of Security At its heart, Bitcoin relies heavily on cryptography, a branch of mathematics focused on secure communication. Specifically, it employs two key cryptographic techniques: hashing and digital signatures. Hashing: Think of hashing as a unique fingerprinting process. Bitcoin uses cryptographic hash functions, notably SHA-256, which take any input (data) and produce…

Solana (SOL) is at $176.40, with $4.86 billion in trading volume and $91.78 billion in market cap. While Ethereum and Bitcoin go up, Solana’s Layer 1 is quietly building momentum with new DeFi innovations and a good price structure. Now the question is can SOL ride this wave and outperform its big brothers?Jupiter Lend Drives Solana’s DeFi GrowthJupiter, a major decentralized exchange aggregator on the Solana blockchain, has launched Jupiter Lend, a lending protocol announced during the Solana Accelerate conference. Unlike traditional asset-collateralized platforms, Jupiter Lend has an 90% debt-to-asset ratio, allowing users to borrow more with less assets.This is…

Ethereum is growing, and diversity of human participation creates resilience throughout the ecosystem. The Devconnect Scholars Program is one small effort that aims to create resilience through community diversity. Better representation across human geography and demographics leads to diverse experiences and new perspectives that help the Ethereum protocol serve the coordination needs of all humans, not just a lucky few. Not only does better representation – leading to better geographical distribution of Ethereum nodes for example – help the security of the network, but we believe it is crucial in enriching our community and in making Ethereum stories tangible for…

Introduction to Blockchain Technology Blockchain is often associated with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, but its potential extends far beyond digital payments. At its core, blockchain is a distributed ledger technology designed for secure, transparent, and tamper-proof record-keeping. This decentralized system operates through a computer network rather than a single central authority, making it resistant to censorship and fraud. Understanding the Core Components Blocks: The Building Blocks A blockchain is made up of linked data containers called blocks. Each block typically consists of three key elements: Data: The information being recorded, whether transactions, smart contracts, or other types of data.…

A U.S. judge has overturned the fraud and market manipulation convictions of Avraham Eisenberg, the crypto trader accused of draining $110 million from the now-defunct decentralized finance protocol Mango Markets.On Friday, U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian ruled that prosecutors failed to prove Eisenberg made false representations to the platform.He also moved to acquit Eisenberg of wire fraud charges. The investor manipulated the price of Mango’s native token MNGO with massive trades by more than 1,000% in 20 minutes before getting the protocol to allow him to borrow and withdraw $110 million in various cryptocurrencies, backed by the inflated collateral.Eisenberg’s defense…

Cardano and Bittensor are both facing pivotal moments. Cardano (ADA) is holding firm above its support levels, but without a breakout confirmation, short-term direction remains uncertain. The momentum that once drove ADA forward has now slowed, leaving traders in wait-and-see mode. Bittensor (TAO) has seen a more dramatic shift. A sharp correction has erased several weeks of gains, triggering questions about whether the recent hype was sustainable. With sentiment cooling, its position as a market leader is now under pressure. As these established names pause, attention is shifting toward new opportunities. Web3 ai ($WAI), currently priced at just $0.000383 and…