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Blockchain is the underlying technology for almost all cryptocurrencies. It is a distributed ledger jointly maintained by decentralized nodes around the world. Blockchain is hailed as "the trust machine", enabling trustless peer-to-peer payments. Blockchain will become the infrastructure for the next generation of the Internet - Web 3.

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Co-founder Accused of Market Manipulation: The Most Controversial DEX on Solana Is About to TGE
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Co-founder Accused of Market Manipulation: The Most Controversial DEX on Solana Is About to TGE

Meteora, a Solana DEX closely linked to Jupiter, has experienced a turbulent history with market manipulation. It will officially launch the MET token on October 23. This article examines Meteora’s evolution from Mercurial, explores the achievements and controversies related to the technical feature TRUMP, and considers whether the Token Generation Event (TGE) could mark a critical turning point—a true rebirth—for the project.
10/11/2025, 9:16:34 AM
State crypto policy playbook 5 actions states can take to advance responsible crypto innovation
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State crypto policy playbook 5 actions states can take to advance responsible crypto innovation

a16z stated that although the U.S. federal government is advancing cryptocurrency regulations, individual states still have room to promote responsible crypto innovation through measures such as the DUNA Act, token classification frameworks, blockchain task forces, public sector pilots, and state-level stablecoin systems.
10/11/2025, 9:06:30 AM
Unveiling the Logic Behind ChainOpera AI’s Explosion: Perfect Timing Pushes FDV Beyond $4B
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Unveiling the Logic Behind ChainOpera AI’s Explosion: Perfect Timing Pushes FDV Beyond $4B

ChainOpera AI's rapid rise is driven by several key factors: timely market entry during a pivotal phase of the AI cycle, comprehensive full-stack AI infrastructure combined with agent network architecture, strategic alignment with the BSC ecosystem to accelerate growth, and a Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV) now exceeding $4 billion.
10/11/2025, 7:34:26 AM
From AMM to CLOB: The $7 Trillion Race to Bring Nasdaq On-Chain
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From AMM to CLOB: The $7 Trillion Race to Bring Nasdaq On-Chain

This article explores how DeFi is evolving from Automated Market Makers (AMMs) to on-chain Central Limit Order Books (CLOBs). It compares these two approaches in terms of capital efficiency, impermanent loss, price discovery, and liquidity management.
10/11/2025, 5:55:46 AM
Where is the next battlefield for order book exchanges?
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Where is the next battlefield for order book exchanges?

This article offers an in-depth exploration of CLOB DEX's profit model, user growth trends, fee-driven revenue, infrastructure selection, and its competitive dynamics with centralized exchanges (CEX).
10/11/2025, 5:34:10 AM
October will determine the outcome: SEC's final ruling on altcoin ETFs
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October will determine the outcome: SEC's final ruling on altcoin ETFs

The article provides an in-depth analysis of the SEC’s updated listing standards, changes in the approval procedures, the probability of ETF approvals, and the possible effects on market pricing.
10/10/2025, 11:26:37 AM
The US SEC has begun to take action against crypto treasury companies. Will the DAT narrative continue?
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The US SEC has begun to take action against crypto treasury companies. Will the DAT narrative continue?

This article offers an in-depth examination of the fundraising flywheel employed by crypto treasury companies, the function of mNAV (the ratio of market value to net asset value), and the ways in which these firms leverage market trust and speculation to rapidly raise capital and grow their assets.
10/10/2025, 11:14:10 AM
The DATCO Machine - The weight of wishful thinking
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The DATCO Machine - The weight of wishful thinking

The article reveals the vulnerabilities and sustainability issues of this emerging financial model by analyzing DATCO’s business model, market performance, and potential risks.
10/10/2025, 9:56:27 AM
Why Redistributing Tokens is Better Than Burning Them.
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Why Redistributing Tokens is Better Than Burning Them.

This article explores the fundamental differences and application conditions between asset burning and redistribution in crypto systems. It elaborates on the advantages of redistribution in penalizing malicious behavior, enhancing system security, and protecting user rights, while also analyzing the necessity of burning in deflationary models.
10/10/2025, 8:35:19 AM
Bootstrapping a Full-Stack Exchange, Rethinking Fundraising
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Bootstrapping a Full-Stack Exchange, Rethinking Fundraising

This model raises funds through token sales, allocates them to low-risk DeFi strategies, and uses the generated yields to support operations until the product suite becomes independently profitable.
10/10/2025, 8:26:49 AM
That Man Is Back! This Time Raising $1 Billion
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That Man Is Back! This Time Raising $1 Billion

After raising $200 million, Andre Cronje has made a high-profile comeback with the Flying Tulip project. He is creating a comprehensive DeFi platform that features a streamlined token redemption mechanism to offer downside protection for investors.
10/10/2025, 2:58:14 AM
What Happens to Bitcoin If the US Government Shuts Down?
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What Happens to Bitcoin If the US Government Shuts Down?

As the U.S. government faces a potential shutdown, delays in employment data and rising political risks may amplify market volatility. This article explores Bitcoin’s possible trajectory amid the twin pressures of liquidity constraints and uncertainty.
10/10/2025, 2:17:45 AM
Ethena is driving the value flywheel
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Ethena is driving the value flywheel

The article offers a thorough analysis of how the fee switch transforms value accrual by channeling protocol revenue directly to token holders. It also illustrates the mechanism’s potential influence across different market environments by presenting calculations for multiple scenarios.
9/29/2025, 11:16:32 AM
The truth about Caiku Company: innovative breakthrough or capital trap?
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The truth about Caiku Company: innovative breakthrough or capital trap?

The article examines how DATCO compares to traditional perpetual capital vehicles like REITs and MLPs, while also evaluating its distinct risks and opportunities.
9/29/2025, 11:09:54 AM
YC x Coinbase RFS: Build Onchain
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YC x Coinbase RFS: Build Onchain

The article provides an in-depth exploration of the development trends in the crypto industry, particularly how stablecoins and tokenized assets are permeating everyday life, and offers a detailed discussion of several investment areas they are interested in.
9/29/2025, 10:52:00 AM
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