As a researcher with a background in cryptography and privacy, I strongly agree with Edward Snowden’s call to action for blockchain developers to prioritize implementing privacy measures at the protocol level for Bitcoin. Snowden’s experience as a former NSA contractor has given him unique insight into the capabilities and threats posed by government surveillance agencies. … Read more
As a seasoned analyst with extensive experience in the DeFi space, I’m excited about Aave Labs’ proposed upgrade to its protocol, marking two significant years since the introduction of V3. The planned evolution over a five-year roadmap, spearheaded by the latest version, V4, is an impressive demonstration of the team’s commitment to innovation and growth. … Read more
As an analyst with a background in pension fund investments, I’ve witnessed firsthand the gradual shift towards crypto assets in institutional investing. Manuel Nordeste’s insights from Fidelity Digital Assets echo my own observations. As a researcher, I’ve come across an intriguing development in the world of pension planning. Manuel Nordeste, the Vice President at Fidelity … Read more
As a long-time crypto investor and CEO of a mining firm, I’ve witnessed the evolution of Bitcoin and its role in the decentralized finance (defi) space with great interest. The recent Bitcoin halving has brought about new challenges for miners, but innovations like Runes and Ordinals are revolutionizing the defi landscape on the Bitcoin network. … Read more
As a researcher with a background in finance and experience following the cryptocurrency market closely, I’m impressed by Coinbase’s exceptional first-quarter performance. The reported earnings showed a significant increase in revenue and profit, with $1.6 billion in total revenue and $1.2 billion in profit. This represents a considerable leap from last year’s EBITDA of $977.5 … Read more