Blockchain

According to data from Santiment, the price of bitcoin has been on the rise in the last two weeks, while trading volume has been going down. That’s a sign the price rally won’t continue unabated, according to the blockchain analytics firm. CoinDesk Senior Research Analyst George Kaloudis presents "The Chart of The Day."

Mar 31, 2023

By Sheila Warren, Michael J. CaseyMar 31, 2023

Data from blockchain analytics firm Nansen shows that Binance’s on-chain portfolio currently stands at $64 billion. Braden Perry, Kennyhertz Perry Partner and former CFTC senior trial lawyer, shares his thoughts on the CFTC lawsuit against Binance and the state of the broader U.S. crypto regulatory landscape as CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam reiterated Tuesday at a congressional hearing that he believes ether is a commodity, contrary to what the SEC has said. Plus, his thoughts on Sam Bankman-Fried facing a new U.S. indictment.

Mar 29, 2023

The attacker behind Euler Finance’s $200 million exploit returned more funds to the protocols and seemed to apologize in a series of messages sent on the blockchain. “Jacob here. I don't think what I say will help me in any way but I still want to say it. I f**d up,” the attacker said in a message encoded in a transaction, as blockchain data apparently shows.

Mar 28, 2023

Hackers have stolen $119 million in crypto in 19 breaches so far in 2023, Crystal Blockchain says in a new report, which includes data ranging from the Mt. Gox crypto exchange hack in 2011 to Feb. 18, 2023. The blockchain intelligence firm says although DeFi protocols have been hackers’ favorite targets since 2021, they are preying on NFT projects. "The Hash" panel discusses the report and what it reveals about open finance vulnerabilities.

Mar 24, 2023

Customer relationship management software company Salesforce has teamed up with layer 2 blockchain platform Polygon for an NFT-based loyalty program. Marc Mathieu, Salesforce SVP of Web3 Studio and Strategic Customer Transformation and Innovation, shares insights into the partnership and the outlook for the NFT market.

Mar 23, 2023

The Shanghai Upgrade, expected in mid-April 2023, puts the final touch on Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake. Etherworld Founder Pooja Ranjan explains the significance of the network upgrade, what it means for withdrawals, ether (ETH) price and why ‘Shapella’ should now be part of your crypto vocabulary.

Mar 16, 2023

By Kamala AlcantaraMar 15, 2023

Web3 music platform Audius said it’s implementing a non-fungible token (NFT) gating feature intended to allow artists to release exclusive content to NFT holders. This comes as streaming service Spotify is testing token-gated playlists. "The Hash" panel discusses Audius' continued blockchain push and the implications for the music industry.

Mar 9, 2023

U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase is starting a "wallet as a service" business that will allow companies to customize blockchain wallets for their own customers. "The Hash" panel discusses Coinbase's latest offering helping companies "bring the next hundred million customers into Web3 through a seamless wallet-onboarding experience."

Mar 8, 2023