On-chain Data

On-Chain Data refers to the information stored on a blockchain network, which encompasses various aspects of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. It includes data related to individuals involved in the crypto space, companies operating in the industry, protocols governing blockchain networks, and crypto exchanges facilitating the buying and selling of digital assets. This comprehensive dataset provides valuable insights into the activities and trends within the cryptocurrency market. For individuals, on-chain data allows for the analysis of their transactions, addresses, and holdings, providing transparency and accountability. Companies can utilize this data to assess market demand, track supply chains, and enhance operational efficiency. Protocols, on the other hand, rely on on-chain data to validate and record transactions, ensuring the integrity and security of the blockchain network. Crypto exchanges heavily rely on on-chain data to facilitate trading, verify transactions, and maintain accurate records of digital asset ownership. This information is crucial for investors and traders to make informed decisions and understand market dynamics.

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On-chain Data

Arpa Network Goes Live on Ethereum Mainnet

Arpa Network will also initiate the minting of the remaining 500 million arpa (ARPA) tokens that have been reserved for staking rewards out of its max supply.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 21, 2023

(Shubham Dhage/Unsplash)

Bitcoin Price Spikes to $138K on Binance.US

The exchange’s market depth has declined nearly 80% over the past month on regulatory woes.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 21, 2023

Bitcoin price wicked to $138,000 in early morning hours today. (TradingView)

Finance

Atomic Wallet Hackers Use THORChain to Conceal Stolen $35M Funds

The hackers, believed to be North Korean hacking group Lazarus, have been using cross-chain bridges and liquidity protocols to mix stolen funds.

By Oliver KnightJun 20, 2023

Hacker (Towfiqu Barbhuiya/Unsplash)

Binance Sets Up Bitcoin Lightning Nodes to Ease Deposits and Withdrawals

A host of crypto exchanges have set up their own Lightning nodes in recent months to offer faster bitcoin transactions to users.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 20, 2023

Binance sets up lightning network nodes (Leon Contreras/Unsplash)

Latest Cardano Node Upgrade Goes Live on Mainnet

The upgrade 8.1.1 also contains software patches for minor issues from a previous node version.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 20, 2023

(Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

Crypto Traders Flock to OTC Markets as Exchange Liquidity Dries Up Amid Regulatory Clampdown

Over-the-counter demand is on the rise as spreads remain tight across OTC desks.

By Oliver KnightJun 16, 2023

(Shutterstock)

Bitcoin Shorts Lose $16M as BlackRock ETF Filing Sparks Bullish Outlook

Total crypto market capitalization rose, with dogecoin (DOGE) leading gains among major tokens.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 16, 2023

(Getty)

Wallet Linked to Curve Founder Repays $1.3M to Aave Amid CRV Token Decline

Lending protocol Aave DAO has already been recommended to “freeze” millions worth of CRV tokens.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 15, 2023

(vlastas/iStock)

Cross-Chain Bridge deBridge Launches App for Trading Without Liquidity Pools

The DLN app is now live with support for Ethereum, Arbitrum, Polygon, Fantom, BNB Chain, and Avalanche.

By Shaurya MalwaJun 15, 2023

(AhmadArdity/Pixabay)

DeFi Platform EigenLayer Rolls Out Restaking Protocol on Ethereum Mainnet

EigenLayer's developers raised $64.5 million in a series of investment rounds.

By Oliver KnightJun 14, 2023

(Mohan Murugesan/Unsplash)

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9:17 PM

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North Korea’s crypto heist playbook is expanding and DeFi keeps getting hit

More than $500 million was siphoned across the Drift and Kelp exploits in just over two weeks. What once looked like isolated breaches now resembles a sustained campaign, likely driven by the financial needs of a sanctioned state.

9:03 PM

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Aave could face up to $230 million in losses after Kelp DAO bridge exploit triggers DeFi chaos

Aave published a report outlining two possible outcomes: around $123 million in losses if damage is shared across all rsETH, or up to $230 million if confined to Layer 2s, with the final impact depending on how Kelp DAO allocates the shortfall.

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Bitcoin bounces above $76,000 as DeFi suffers $14 billion exodus after KelpDAO hack

Crypto steadied despite rising Iran tensions, but DeFi is reeling from one of the largest exploits of the year.

4:10 PM

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Five times President Trump made a statement that moved bitcoin, and why it might happen again this week

Trump’s social media posts and statements to news reporters have triggered 5% to 12% swings in the price of bitcoin, blurring the lines between policy and market manipulation.

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