Two Builders Dominate Ethereum Block Production in October
Launch App Thursday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 17 October 2024 In October, two Ethereum block builders—Beaverbuild and Titan Builder—generated 88.7% of the blocks on Ethereum’s mainnet, sparking concerns about centralization within the network. The data, shared by Ethereum Foundation researcher Toni Wahrstätter, highlights […]
Praxis Secures $525M to Build Crypto and AI-Friendly City
Launch App Wednesday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 16 October 2024 Praxis, an innovative “internet-native alliance,” has raised $525 million to create a tech-friendly city with reduced regulations for emerging industries like crypto and AI. The ambitious project, announced on Oct. 15, received backing […]
Metaplanet Shares Surge 16% Following Major Bitcoin Purchase
Launch App Tuesday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 15 October 2024 Metaplanet, a Japanese investment firm, saw its shares jump by 15.7% on October 15 after acquiring 107 Bitcoin, doubling its Bitcoin holdings this month. The company’s total Bitcoin stash now stands at 855.5 […]
Bitcoin Search Volume Hits Yearly Low as Memecoins Surge
Launch App Monday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 14 October 2024 In October 2024, Google search volumes for “Bitcoin” dropped to a 1-year low, scoring just 33 out of 100 on Google Trends. In contrast, interest in “memecoins” skyrocketed, hitting 77 during the same […]
Uptick in Crypto Traders Targeted in Offline Thefts
Launch App Sunday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 13 October 2024 Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has observed a rise in reports of offline crypto thefts, with an increasing number of traders becoming victims of home invasions. In an Oct. 10 post, ZachXBT revealed that several […]
Crypto-Stealing Malware Found in Python Package Index
Launch App Saturday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 12 October 2024 Researchers at Checkmarx have uncovered crypto-stealing malware embedded in the Python Package Index (PyPI), a popular platform for Python developers. The malware, designed to steal sensitive data like private keys and mnemonic phrases, […]
Stripe’s USDC Payment Option Gains Rapid Adoption in 70 Countries
Launch App Friday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 11 October 2024 Stripe, a leading payments platform, introduced USDC stablecoin payments on October 9, and it quickly gained traction in over 70 countries on its first day. This move marks a significant moment for global […]
Vitalik Buterin: A Surprising Contender for the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics
Launch App Thursday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 10 October 2024 As the race for the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics heats up, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has emerged as an unexpected dark horse. Renowned economists Tyler Cowen and Alex Tabarrok recently discussed their […]
Solana Reaches 100 Million Wallets, But Most Are Empty
Launch App Wednesday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 09 October 2024 Solana’s active wallet count has surpassed 100 million, a significant milestone for the network. However, blockchain data reveals that the majority of these wallets hold little to no SOL, sparking debates about the […]
Hong Kong to License More Crypto Exchanges
Launch App Tuesday Newsletter Explore the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and stay informed in the dynamic cryptocurrency ecosystem. 08 October 2024 Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to issue additional licenses to cryptocurrency exchanges by the end of 2024, aiming to solidify the region as a major crypto hub. According to SFC […]