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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Fake PayPal USD Tokens Pop up on Several Blockchains

Some of these tokens can’t be sold after purchase, while some can pull the rug at any moment.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 8, 2023

A fake dollar

Cardano Blockchain Transactions Jumped 49% in Q2 on Network Upgrades, New Users

Blockchain load — a measure of how much data is contained in blocks over a certain period — rose to 50% in the second quarter from under 40% in the first. It peaked at 81% in May.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 7, 2023

(Danny Nelson/CoinDesk)

'Suspicious' Multichain Wallet Dumps $1.8M of WOO Network Tokens; Price Drops 8%

The wallet is actively selling CRV and YFI tokens on Uniswap.

By Oliver KnightAug 4, 2023

Hacker (Towfiqu Barbhuiya/Unsplash)

Arbitrum's Most Popular DEX Goes Live With New Version Offering DOGE Pools at 40%

Version 2 of GMX allows trading of riskier assets at lower fees, with some pools yielding as much as an annualized 47%.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 4, 2023

(AhmadArdity/Pixabay)

Curve Founder Deploys New Liquidity Pool to Address FRAX Debt Situation

Analysts said it is an attempt to incentivize liquidity to FraxLend's pool from where Egorov has taken a loan of 15.8 million FRAX.

By Omkar GodboleAug 1, 2023

Curve's new pool dedicated to Fraxlend's CRV/FRAX market (Curve)

Is Sam Bankman-Fried Tied to a New Apparent Crypto Scam Called BALD?

On-chain data shows bald's deployer contract has interacted with Alameda-linked wallets and was an active DeFi participant in the early days.

By Sam Reynolds, Shaurya MalwaAug 1, 2023

Despite claims by right-wing political figures, Sam Bankman-Fried was definitely not a free man when he (right) exited a Manhattan courtroom on July 26, 2023. (Nikhilesh De/CoinDesk)

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Trader Turns $500 to Million-Dollar Fortune With BALD Meme Coin on Coinbase’s Blockchain

A meme coin frenzy has ensued on Coinbase’s layer 2 blockchain even as the network is not officially live yet.

By Shaurya MalwaJul 31, 2023

hand holding $20 bill in front of trees

Memecoin-Focused Crypto Casino Coco Makes a Cracking Debut, Hits $36M in Volume

The casino features a slot machine focused on dogecoin and pepe.

By Oliver KnightJul 28, 2023

dogecoin/pepe slot machine (Coco Bets)

Worldcoin Hype Causes Optimism to Leapfrog Arbitrum in Daily Transactions

Worldcoin's token has more than 250,000 holders just two days after it launched.

By Oliver KnightJul 27, 2023

A user from GCR getting their iris scanned with a Worldcoin Orb in Paris on July 21. (Eliza Gkritsi/CoinDesk)

Trader Redeems $12.3M of Rocketpool's Staked Ether to Mark Largest Daily Burn

The trader reportedly sent the ether to Binance after redeeming staked ether on Rocket Pool.

By Oliver KnightJul 27, 2023

Trader redeems 6.72k ETH from Rocket Pool (Elena Mozhvilo/Unsplash)

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