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Are There Any Safe Havens Left in DeFi? Lessons from Aave and Kelp
The recent hack of Kelp DAO has raised questions about the safety of DeFi protocols like Aave, revealing systemic risks and potential lessons for users.
Elena Volkov6 min - Crypto
Kelp Protocol Loses $293 Million in Cross-Chain Bridge Attack
The Kelp protocol lost approximately $293 million in a recent cross-chain bridge attack, marking its second cybersecurity incident.
Daniel Kim2 min - Crypto
Circle Launches USDC Bridge for Cross-Chain Transfers
Circle has launched the USDC Bridge to facilitate seamless cross-chain transfers of the USDC stablecoin, enhancing accessibility and security.
Sarah Chen1 min - Crypto
MiCA and Travel Rule Require Proof of Crypto Asset Cleanliness
MiCA and the Travel Rule mandate proof of crypto asset cleanliness, impacting exchanges and users alike. CryptoPass offers a solution for retail holders to verify their wallets.
Elena Volkov5 min - Crypto
How Ethereum's Killers Were Derailed
This article explores the evolution of Ethereum's competitors, detailing their promises, funding, and the challenges they face in the crypto landscape.
Aisha Patel9 min - Crypto
WLFI Hits New Low Amid Criticism of Token-Backed Loans
WLFI's token has hit new lows amid criticism of its lending model, which relies on collateralized loans using its own tokens.
Sarah Chen2 min - Crypto
Ethereum Network Activity Nears ATH Amid Price Consolidation
Ethereum's network activity is nearing an all-time high, signaling potential price growth as analysts predict a bullish turnaround for the cryptocurrency.
Daniel Kim3 min - Crypto
x402 Developers Introduce AI Computing Payment Based on Usage
Coinbase has updated the x402 protocol to allow AI agents to pay based on usage, introducing flexible pricing for computing power.
Marcus Reid2 min - News
Password '123456' Exposes North Korean IT Workers in Crypto Industry
North Korean IT workers are infiltrating crypto projects under false identities, as revealed by an investigation into a leaked payment server.
Sarah Chen4 min - Crypto
TON Update Boosts Blockchain Speed by 10 Times
The TON network's Catchain 2.0 update boosts blockchain speed by tenfold, enabling instant transactions and setting the stage for further enhancements.
James Park1 min - Crypto
Unknown Attackers Target Hyperliquid Vault via FARTCOIN Pump
A recent attack on Hyperliquid's vault resulted in a loss of $1.5 million after a coordinated pump of the FARTCOIN token triggered liquidations.
Sarah Chen1 min - Crypto
New EIP-8142 Standard to Replace Ethereum Blocks with Blobs for Scalability
Ethereum researchers propose EIP-8142 to replace blocks with blobs, enhancing scalability and reducing bandwidth needs.
Marcus Reid2 min