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On January 27 the CBOE BZX Exchange formally submitted a 19b-4 filing to the U.S. SEC regarding amendments to Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds. The proposed in-kind mechanism is designed to improve operational efficiency while also enhancing liquidity and offering greater flexibility for institutional investors managing these funds. The Cboe BZX Exchange, a U.S.-based equities and options trading platform, has submitted a proposal to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to amend the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) and the 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF (CETH). The proposed change was revealed by ETF Store President Nate Geraci on January 28 via X and…

The OpenSea airdrop has been one of the most highly anticipated events in the NFT space, but after the announcement on January 28, it’s clear that it doesn’t live up to expectations. The reality? It’s just another long-term NFT airdrop farm from a company struggling to keep up in an ever-evolving industry. Here’s why we won’t be farming it, and why you might want to think twice before diving in. Study our detailed guide with strategies on how to farm airdrops in 2025 The OpenSea Airdrop Announcement On January 28, OpenSea officially revealed that it had completed the snapshot of wallets…

Bitcoin’s decentralized consensus mechanism works based on some cleverly crafted incentive structures. The first and fundamental rule is that the chain with the most work is the correct one. This single rule obviates the need for a central arbitrator, determining which chain is correct as a function of the efforts of thousands of decentralized parties, each trying to extend the blockchain. The subsidy to miners keeps moving the blockchain forward, creating painful opportunity costs for miners who don’t mine the tip. These mechanisms, together with the difficulty adjustment, set the game theoretical framework for a chain that has marched forward,…

In a recent series of tweets, David Bailey, CEO of BTC Inc, shared highlights from a private conversation with President Donald Trump. Bailey revealed that Trump expressed unwavering support for the Bitcoin community. According to Bailey, the former president stated, “He’s with us 100%, we’re going to send things to much greater heights, and we’re going to outcompete China and other countries that want to take it from us.”Just talked with @realDonaldTrump and thanked him for keeping his promises to our industry and to Ross. I asked him if he wanted to share a message with the Bitcoin community…He said…

The Avalanche Foundation has officially partnered with Aethir to support AI-driven projects building on the Avalanche network.Through this collaboration, eligible projects in the Avalanche Foundation’s InfraBUIDL(AI) program will gain access to Aethir’s $100M Ecosystem Fund. This fund will provide key resources, including computational power and financial grants, to help projects scale and develop decentralised AI solutions.In addition, Aethir’s involvement in the InfraBUIDL(AI) Program will strengthen the review process for funding decisions, ensuring that high-potential projects are identified and supported. Source: Avalanche FoundationWhat is Avalanche’s InfraBUIDL(AI) Program?The InfraBUIDL(AI) program, launched by the Avalanche Foundation, is designed to support AI-driven projects that…

Ripple’s XRP has been trying to reach its all-time high for the last seven years. The asset only got slightly closer this year after a rather long wait. Amidst this uptick, the third-largest altcoin took a major hit just yesterday. XRP dipped below the coveted $3 mark shattering the hopes of the community. But the asset was seen recovering in no time as Ripple managed to snag prominent licenses in the United States.Also Read: Tuttle Capital Targets SEC Approval for XRP, Cardano, Chainlink, Polkadot, and Bonk ETFsXRP Emerges As A Top GainerSource: CoinPediaDuring the time of writing, the altcoin was…

Founders: Becca Rubenfeld and Rob HamiltonDate Founded: March 2022Location of Headquarters: Nashville, TNNumber of Employees: Five (soon to be seven)Website: https://www.anchorwatch.com/Public or Private? PrivateAfter almost three years of development, AnchorWatch has rolled out its product — a collaborative bitcoin multisig vault that comes with an insurance policy.The company has created what it calls a Trident Vault, which utilizes smart contracts on Bitcoin to enable features like timelocks, multisig quorums and spending conditions, and AnchorWatch insures the bitcoin protected by these vaults as a Lloyd’s of London Coverholder.The combination of this technology plus world-class level of insurance helps protect AnchorWatch clients…

0G Labs has recently introduced ERC-7857—a new standard designed specifically for AI agents that brings Intelligent NFTs (iNFTs) to life.This new framework is set to address the unique needs of AI agents in decentralised ecosystems by embedding them within Intelligent NFTs (iNFTs). Unlike traditional NFTs, iNFTs enable AI agents to be owned, traded, and interacted with in a way that ensures privacy, security, and dynamic functionality.With AI agents continuing to grow in both complexity and application, ERC-7857 is positioned to meet the demands that current NFT standards fall short on, providing a robust solution for AI-driven innovation on the blockchain.What…

My name is Godspower Owie, and I was born and brought up in Edo State, Nigeria. I grew up with my three siblings who have always been my idols and mentors, helping me to grow and understand the way of life. My parents are literally the backbone of my story. They’ve always supported me in good and bad times and never for once left my side whenever I feel lost in this world. Honestly, having such amazing parents makes you feel safe and secure, and I won’t trade them for anything else in this world. I was exposed to the…

DraftKings and the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), according to BSCN, have settled their legal dispute regarding non-fungible token (NFT) licensing. NFLPA had accused DraftKings of breaching their 2021 contract agreement by failing to make due payments for the use of player likenesses in NFTs. The settlement’s specifics are awaiting finalization. BSCN Reports Settlement between DraftKings and NFLPA over NFT Dispute   Origin of the DraftKings and NFLPA NFT Dispute In 2021, DraftKings and NFLPA got together to launch Reignmakers, an non-fungible token that featured digital collectibles of the NFL players. These collectibles were then integrated into DraftKings fantasy…