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Why Bitcoin Doesn't Need to Be a Payments Platform
Recently, Twitter founder Jack Dorsey stated that for Bitcoin to remain relevant, it needs to focus on scaling payments. However, as someone who works closely with Bitcoin builders and interacts with market-makers and investors, I strongly disagree with this notion. The key to growing Bitcoin's relevance lies in creating more functionality for everyday users, allowing them to utilize their bitcoi…
April 10, 2025, 9:51 p.m.
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Navigating the Complexities of Tokenized Securities
The journey to harness the potential of blockchain technology in finance has been likened to the ancient tale of Oedipus, where solving complex riddles was crucial to unlocking great rewards. In the early days of cryptocurrency, circa 2017, two significant hurdles stood in the way: securities laws that were not designed for decentralized systems and a regulatory environment hostile to digital ass…
April 10, 2025, 3:30 p.m.
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Can Stablecoins Beyond USD Gain Traction?
The stablecoin market has grown significantly, with a current value of over $235 billion, demonstrating a strong faith in the future of these digital assets. However, the market is dominated by USD-backed stablecoins, such as USDT and USDC, which together hold about 90% of the market share. Other stablecoins, including those pegged to the euro, have struggled to gain traction due to liquidity cha…
April 7, 2025, 2:14 p.m.
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Fork in the Road: Navigating the Future of Stablecoin Regulation
The advent of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) in the 1990s revolutionized long-distance calling by significantly reducing costs. Today, a similar transformation is underway with the emergence of a global, embedded financial layer on the internet, which is driving money transfer costs towards zero. Stablecoins are at the forefront of this evolution, with transaction volumes exceeding $27 trill…
April 4, 2025, 3:04 p.m.
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A Framework for Digital Assets in the United States
The concept of digital assets was first introduced in 2008 with the release of the Bitcoin White paper, which outlined a peer-to-peer system for exchanging value without intermediaries. This revolutionary idea sparked the development of systems where value was exchanged not only for its own sake but also for services and digital products. Over the past decade, innovators have created decentralize…
April 4, 2025, 2:09 p.m.
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Beyond the Hype: DePIN Brings Crypto into the Mainstream
The crypto market has long been driven by speculation, with investors pouring money into tokens based on fleeting trends and viral moments. However, this approach has led to a cycle of boom and bust, with many investments skyrocketing only to crash and burn. DePIN is poised to change this narrative by introducing a new standard of fundamentals in crypto, with businesses that attract real customer…
April 3, 2025, 7:38 p.m.
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Accelerate Wisely, Avoid Disaster
The blockchain and cryptocurrency landscape is experiencing rapid growth. Globally, regulatory frameworks are converging to allow for a broader range of products and services. Companies that were previously hesitant are now joining in, while those already involved are working to bring new products to market. In most technology sectors, early adopters often secure a competitive advantage before m…
April 1, 2025, 1:47 p.m.
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A Wake-Up Call for Data Ownership: The 23andMe Conundrum
The proposed acquisition of bankrupt genetic data company 23andMe by the Sei Foundation, the organization behind the Sei layer1 blockchain, may be a long shot, but it has sparked significant interest and discussion. If such a deal were to materialize, it would represent a landmark takeover of a Web2 company by a Web3 entity, with far-reaching implications. This move would not only challenge the d…
March 31, 2025, 9:05 p.m.
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The Imperative of Strategic Crypto Reserves for Emerging Economies
Imagine a scenario where a nation's central bank is lamenting the missed opportunity of investing in Bitcoin a decade ago. For emerging economies, including countries like India, Brazil, and South Africa, strategic involvement in cryptocurrencies is vital for long-term economic stability. These nations, representing over 40% of the global population and 25% of global GDP, are susceptible to exter…
March 31, 2025, 3:19 p.m.
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Revolutionizing Markets with Decentralized Commerce Agents
The notion of a "perfect market" has long been a topic of discussion among economists, where all parties have complete information, zero transaction costs, and seamless exchange. However, despite advancements in technology, this ideal remains unattainable in today's digital economy, which is fragmented across various platforms. Each platform operates as a "walled garden," creating high costs and …
March 31, 2025, 1:39 p.m.