OpenSea
Former OpenSea Exec Accused of Insider Trading Aims for Return to Crypto
Ex-OpenSea executive Nate Chastain, who resigned amid allegations of insider trading, has reemerged with plans for a new NFT platform called Oval. “The Hash” group discusses how Chastain’s reputation could hinder the growth of his new venture and where investor appetite stands.
OpenSea Says Phishing Attack Impacted 17 Users
On Sunday, a phishing attack on NFT marketplace OpenSea caused 17 users to lose digital assets with significant values. “The Hash” hosts discuss the subsequent lawsuits against OpenSea, raising questions over where responsibility lies in decentralized infrastructures.
Korea’s KB Embraces Crypto; China’s NFT Fever
South Korea’s KB Asset Management plans crypto funds. NFTs hit resale market in China despite criticism over speculation. OpenSea investigates $1.7M phishing scam. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
NYSE Expanding Into NFT With Plans to Launch Its Own NFT Marketplace
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) filed a trademark application to provide an online marketplace for NFTs, cryptocurrencies, digital media and artwork. If successful, the exchange would be competing with the likes of popular NFT marketplaces OpenSea and Rarible. "This shows how interested corporations are in being involved with the times," Will Foxley says. "The Hash" team dives into what this means and why NYSE needs to file for a trademark at all.
OpenSea Accounts of Couple Allegedly Tied to $4.5B Bitfinex Hack Have Disappeared
Heather Morgan and Ilya Lichtenstein's OpenSea accounts have disappeared, according to BuzzFeed News. The couple was arrested by the Department of Justice (DOJ) Tuesday on allegations they laundered $4.5 billion in stolen bitcoin during a 2016 hack of crypto exchange Bitfinex. "The Hash" team discusses the latest in an ongoing saga, exploring the intersection of NFTs and money laundering.
BIS Hong Kong and Singapore Plans, South Korean Police Work With Interpol
BIS unveils plans for Hong Kong and Singapore in 2022. Korean police work with Interpol on bitcoin phishing case. OpenSea NFT marketplace hacked for 332 ETH. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Palau Plans Stablecoin, LooksRare Takes on OpenSea
China’s Blockchain-based Services Network rolling out NFT infrastructure. Pacific Island nation of Palau plans to issue stablecoin. LooksRare makes explosive debut as OpenSea competitor. These stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
OpenSea Now Valued at $13.3B; What This Means for the Broader NFT Market
NFT marketplace OpenSea is valued at $13.3 billion after raising $300 million in the latest funding round led by Paradigm and Coatue. "The Hash" hosts examine what this big number says about the broader NFT market and where NFTs go from here.
