Category: Blockchain

Bitcoiner sex trap extortion? BTS firm’s blockchain disaster: Asia Express

Spend the night with a BTC holder stunt turns scandalous after extortion link A viral crypto influencer’s “spend the night with BTC holders” stunt has taken a dark turn after Chinese media linked her profile to a real-life extortion case. On March 25, Sina Finance reported that in 2024, a software engineer in Chengdu was ambushed and robbed of 6 BTC by a criminal gang posing as a female crypto trader named “Bitcoin Cong’er.” The group had allegedly lured the victim through an X profile that promised sexual favors after…

Sony’s Soneium blockchain, Animoca Brands bring anime to Web3

Sony’s Soneium blockchain partnered with Animoca Brands to boost anime culture in Web3 by integrating anime artwork in decentralized digital identities.  On March 27, the companies announced a collaboration that targets global anime and manga fans to boost user engagement in Web3.  With the partnership, Animoca’s digital identity infrastructure platform, Moca Network, will create an identity layer on the Soneium blockchain, starting with Anime ID, a decentralized identifier and reputation layer. Anime ID is spearheaded by San FranTokyo, an initiative to integrate traditional anime and manga culture with decentralized technologies. …

The Blockchain Group adds 580 BTC as stock jumps 226% since Bitcoin pivot

France-based The Blockchain Group has added another 580 Bitcoin to its Bitcoin treasury, following a 225% surge in its stock price since it began hoarding Bitcoin in November. This is the largest of the three Bitcoin purchases made by the organization, per a March 26 after-hours statement. At the time of publication, 580 Bitcoin is worth $50.64 million, with Bitcoin’s (BTC) price trading at $87,311, according to CoinMarketCap data. First purchases at pivotal Bitcoin moments The Blockchain Group’s first two Bitcoin purchases happened around significant milestones for the Bitcoin industry.…

Trump to Reform USAID With Blockchain – Best Altcoins to Ride the Hype

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The Trump administration has proposed using blockchain tech to advance the US Agency for International Development (USAID), a US government agency that supports global developments, humanitarian assistance, and democratic values – and it’s casting a light on the best altcoins. The proposal comes after Trump and Elon Musk reduced USAID’s functions (including halted payments and staff cuts) under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which has pondered ways to leverage blockchain tech for a few months. Blockchain…

Sei’s Role in the Evolving Landscape of Blockchain and Traditional Finance

Peter Zhang Mar 20, 2025 11:35 Sei’s infrastructure gains prominence as regulatory clarity in the US enables traditional financial institutions to embrace blockchain, enhancing compliance and innovative financial products. As regulatory frameworks gain clarity in the United States, the landscape for blockchain technology in traditional financial markets is set for transformation. This shift is particularly beneficial for Sei, a blockchain infrastructure platform, as it provides a robust foundation for financial institutions and Real World Asset (RWA) issuers to adopt digital asset markets…

Innovative Sequencing Models Aim to Redistribute MEV in Blockchain

Caroline Bishop Mar 20, 2025 02:58 Explore how application-specific transaction sequencing is reshaping blockchain dynamics by redistributing MEV, enhancing market fairness, and fostering innovation in decentralized applications. In the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape, the traditional approach to transaction sequencing, which largely focuses on maximizing miner extractable value (MEV), is undergoing significant transformation. This shift is primarily driven by the introduction of application-specific sequencing methods that aim to foster a more equitable and efficient blockchain ecosystem, according to Sei. The Current Landscape The…

Congress on track for stablecoin, market structure bills by August: Blockchain Association

United States lawmakers are on track to pass legislation setting rules for stablecoins and cryptocurrency market structure by as soon as August, Kristin Smith, CEO of industry advocacy group the Blockchain Association, said during Blockworks’ 2025 Digital Asset Summit in New York. Smith’s timeline echoes a similar forecast by Bo Hines, the executive director of the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, who said on March 18 that he expects to see comprehensive stablecoin legislation in the coming months.  “I think we’re close to being able to get those…

DeSci V2: Revolutionizing Science with Blockchain and Crypto

Luisa Crawford Mar 19, 2025 04:52 DeSci V2 leverages blockchain to address research bottlenecks, democratizing scientific innovation and collaboration. Learn about its impact and future potential. Decentralized Science, or DeSci, is gaining momentum as it aligns with the Open Science movement, employing blockchain technology and cryptocurrency incentives to transform the scientific landscape. The initiative seeks to overcome traditional barriers such as funding gatekeepers, thereby accelerating innovation and democratizing participation in scientific progress, according to Sei. Understanding DeSci V2 DeSci V2 signifies the…

Ethena Labs, Securitize launch blockchain for DeFi and tokenized assets

Stablecoin developer Ethena Labs and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization company Securitize are launching a new blockchain for retail and institutional investors seeking access to the DeFi and tokenization economies.  According to a March 17 announcement, the forthcoming Converge blockchain is an Ethereum Virtual Machine that will provide retail investors with access to “standard DeFi applications.” It will also specialize in institutional-grade offerings that will help bridge traditional finance with DeFi opportunities.  The Converge blockchain is announced at the Tokenize NYC conference on March 17. Source: Cointelegraph Converge will launch with…

Blockchain and Federated Learning: A New Era for AI Governance and Privacy

Joerg Hiller Mar 14, 2025 03:56 Explore how blockchain technology and federated learning are reshaping AI development with decentralized, privacy-focused governance, enabling large-scale collaboration without compromising data security. The convergence of federated learning (FL) and blockchain technology is setting the stage for a new era in artificial intelligence (AI) development, characterized by decentralized governance and enhanced privacy. According to Sei, this powerful combination allows multiple devices or organizations to collaboratively train AI models without sharing raw data, thus preserving privacy. Federated Learning…