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Memecoins are here to stay, says expert panel — but is utility the goal?

Experts at a conference discuss the future of memecoins, acknowledging their lasting presence while debating utility, dominant platforms, and the competition between Base and Solana.

theblock.co • 05/12/2024 - 15:50 PM

Former Binance exec and now VC launches ICO platform BuidlPad

Erick Zhang launches BuidlPad, a new ICO platform, addressing retail investor needs and improving transparency, following demand for alternatives to traditional venture capital models.

theblock.co • 05/12/2024 - 15:37 PM

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Crypto VCs say it's still early this cycle: 'sell when people are partying, dating supermodels and buying yachts'

A panel of venture capitalists at Emergence said it was still pretty early in the bull cycle and that they don’t yet see retail participation at the same levels as in 2021. Regarding the narratives shaping deal-making in the industry, the VCs were particularly focused on AI agents.

theblock.co • 05/12/2024 - 13:18 PM

Circle-backed Layer 1 Xion launches mainnet and gamified token airdrop mechanism

Layer 1 blockchain Xion has launched its mainnet alongside a “Double or Nothing” mechanism gamifying its initial token airdrop. Xion secured $25 million in a Series A funding round in April, having previously raised $11 million from Circle Ventures, Animoca Brands, Multicoin and others.

theblock.co • 05/12/2024 - 10:00 AM

DeFi.app raises $2 million seed round at $100 million token valuation

DeFi.app raises $2 million to simplify decentralized finance trading, aiming for community-focused token sales and a launch in 2024.

theblock.co • 04/12/2024 - 18:31 PM

The Daily: South Korea's short-lived military rule sparks record crypto trading volume and more

South Korea's military rule affected crypto markets, HYPE token's value soared, TRON hit new highs, Celsius CEO pleaded guilty, and the U.S. government moved seized crypto.

theblock.co • 04/12/2024 - 14:01 PM

Tron surges 80% in past day amid political unrest in South Korea

Tron's TRX token surged 80% influenced by South Korean political instability, trading dynamics, and market trends, raising questions about the nature of its rally amid Justin Sun's control over supply.

theblock.co • 04/12/2024 - 01:59 AM

The Daily: Crypto prices plunge in South Korea as President declares martial law, XRP Ledger reduces account reserve to 1 XRP and more

Crypto markets react to South Korea's martial law; XRP reserve cut; BlackRock ETF hits BTC milestone; Coinbase CEO criticizes law firms hiring SEC staff; Pump.fun revenues soar.

theblock.co • 03/12/2024 - 19:28 PM

Crypto-AI startup GAIB raises $5 million in pre-seed funding

GAIB, a crypto-AI startup, raised $5 million to tokenize GPUs, opening AI computing access and launching soon across multiple blockchains, aiming to democratize the GPU economy.

theblock.co • 03/12/2024 - 17:00 PM

Privacy-focused Cosmos Layer 1 Namada initiates mainnet launch and token airdrop

Namada has launched its mainnet, featuring a multi-asset shielded pool for privacy and community-driven governance, alongside a community airdrop of NAM tokens.

theblock.co • 03/12/2024 - 15:13 PM

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