In a stunning display of market dynamism and investor enthusiasm, the BOOK OF MEME (BOME) token, crafted by the artist darkfarms on X, surged to a $2 billion market cap just two days following its launch. This achievement not only highlights the successful launch of BOME but also marks it as a pivotal player
Magic Eden Launches Diamond Rewards Program for Ethereum OG’s
Magic Eden, a key player in the NFT marketplace, has rolled out an innovative rewards program aimed at enriching the NFT trading and collecting journey for its users across several blockchain networks. This ambitious initiative started with Solana on January 23, 2024, and made its way to Ethereum on March 13, 2024, highlighting Magic…
Enforceable Terms and Arbitration Provisions Important for Providers in Current Crypto Cyberthreat Environment
According to a recent Bloomberg Law article [subscription required], in the past year there has been a sharp decline in active civil suits against cryptocurrency exchanges, digital wallet, mobile phone providers and others involving claims related to crypto hacking incidents or cybertheft, due, in part, to increased security protocols and concerted electronic contracting legal strategies…
Ethereum Dencun Upgrade Complete: A Leap Towards Affordability and Efficiency
The Ethereum blockchain has taken a monumental step forward with the successful implementation of the Dencun upgrade (aka EIP-4844) as of March 13th. This significant development marks a new era for Ethereum, focusing on reducing costs for layer-2 transactions and bolstering data availability. By introducing “proto-danksharding,” Ethereum aims to revolutionize the blockchain landscape by…
Eclipse Labs Garners $50 Million in Funding to Pioneer Ethereum’s Next-Gen Layer-2 Solution
Eclipse Labs, a forefront software firm in blockchain innovation, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by securing $50 million in Series A funding. Co-led by Placeholder and Hack VC, this funding round brings the total capital raised by the company to $65 million.
The funds are dedicated to advancing Eclipse, an Ethereum layer-2 solution designed…
OFAC, BIS and DOJ Issue Guidance for Foreign Companies to Comply with US Sanctions and Export Control Laws
US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the US Department of Commerce’s (Commerce) Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the US Department of Justice (DOJ), collectively issued guidance regarding the obligations of non-US based companies and persons to comply with US sanctions (Tri-Seal Compliance Note: Obligations of foreign-based persons to comply with US sanctions and export control laws) (Compliance Note).…
Coinbase Stock Skyrockets, Surpassing Initial Public Offering Price Amid Bitcoin Surge
Coinbase has seen its stock price shoot up, crossing a significant milestone by going over $250 for the first time in two years. This is a big deal because it means the company’s stock is now trading higher than the price it was set at when it first became a publicly-traded company back in 2021.…
CFPB Finalizes Rule Limiting Credit Card Late Fees
The rule targets a statutory loophole that the CFPB asserts large credit card issuers exploited to exact excessive late fees from consumers.
By Barrie VanBrackle and Deric Behar
On March 5, 2024, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized a rule (the Rule) to amend Regulation Z, which implements the Truth in Lending Act (TILA)…
Bitcoin Virtual Machine (BitVM) Integrates with Filecoin
The landscape of cryptocurrency undergoes a significant transformation as the Bitcoin Virtual Machine (BitVM) integrates with Filecoin, orchestrated by the innovative efforts of Lighthouse. This pivotal collaboration signals a leap forward for Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions, ushering in an era marked by heightened efficiency and expanded capabilities for both developers and users.
At the…
Blast L2 Mainnet Launches, Offering New Features to the Ethereum Ecosystem
The Blast L2 network, co-founded by Blur NFT marketplace’s Tieshun “Pacman” Roquerre, has made headlines with its innovative approach to Ethereum Layer 2 solutions. Since November 2023, Blast has captivated investors, boasting over $500 million in Total Value Locked (TVL) and a rapidly growing user base of 50,000. What sets Blast apart is its distinction…
