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Solana Firedancer Goes Mainnet: TPS Benchmarks Exceed 1 Million
Jump Crypto's Firedancer validator client launches on Solana mainnet, posting over 1 million TPS in benchmarks. Analysis of real-world throughput gains, network security improvements, and what ultra-high TPS unlocks for DeFi and DePIN.
Ledger Nano S Plus Is Discontinued — Nano X3 Pro Takes Its Place
Ledger has officially discontinued the Nano S Plus and launched the Nano X3 Pro as its new mid-range hardware wallet. We compare specs, pricing, and security upgrades to help you decide if an upgrade makes sense.
AI Crypto Tokens in Q1 2026: Bittensor Leads, Worldcoin Slows
As Q1 2026 closes, AI-focused crypto tokens show divergent trajectories. Bittensor TAO rallies on dTAO subnet explosion, while Worldcoin faces regulatory headwinds. Render, Fetch.AI, and NEAR gain ground on real utility metrics.
Lido stETH Market Cap Crosses $50B — Liquid Staking Dominance Debate Reignites
Lido Finance's stETH token surpassed a $50 billion market cap for the first time, controlling over 30% of all staked ETH. Critics warn of single-protocol concentration risk; Lido defenders point to decentralised operator sets.
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Hits ATH — What It Means for Halving Cycle
Bitcoin mining difficulty reached an all-time high, reflecting a record hash rate and fierce competition among miners. We analyse what surging difficulty means for miner economics and the post-halving cycle.
Q1 2026 Crypto Hack Tally: $850M Lost as DeFi Protocols Bear the Brunt
Crypto losses to hacks, exploits, and fraud reached $850 million in Q1 2026, with decentralised finance protocols accounting for more than 70% of stolen funds. We break down the biggest incidents, root causes, and what the industry must do differently.
Binance Q1 2026 User Growth Slows as Fee Competition Intensifies Globally
Binance reported slower user growth in Q1 2026 as rivals cut fees and expanded regulated offerings. The world's largest exchange faces its most competitive environment since its founding, squeezing margins across spot and derivatives.
Marathon Digital Hits 60 EH/s — America's Largest Bitcoin Miner
Marathon Digital crossed the 60 exahash-per-second mark, becoming the world's largest publicly traded Bitcoin miner. We break down how the company got there, what it means for the network, and where margins stand.
GENIUS Act One Year On: How Stablecoin Rules Reshaped US Crypto
One year after the GENIUS Act, US stablecoin regulation transformed the ecosystem. Tether and Circle adapted, new bank-issued stablecoins like USAT launched, and yield-bearing tokens emerged. How compliance reshaped the market.