M2 crypto exchange hacked for $13M, user funds already restored

As a seasoned researcher with over a decade of experience in the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency, I find myself constantly amazed and slightly disheartened by the never-ending saga of hacks in this space. The latest heist on M2 Exchange, stealing $13.7 million worth of digital assets, is just another notch on the belt of cybercriminals. … Read more

Ex-FTX executive dodges prison for testifying against Sam Bankman-Fried

Nishad Singh avoided prison due to his cooperation against Sam Bankman-Fried in the high-profile FTX fraud case Singh’s testimony shed light on FTX’s internal operations As a researcher who has closely followed the turbulent journey of the cryptocurrency industry, I find myself both disheartened and intrigued by the story of Nishad Singh, the former engineering … Read more

What is The Official Arbitrum Bridge and Top 5 Alternatives

As someone who has spent countless hours navigating the complex world of blockchain technology, I wholeheartedly endorse the convenience and efficiency of bridging to Arbitrum. After years of grappling with high fees and slow transactions on Ethereum, I can confidently say that Arbitrum is a game-changer. Inaugurated in August 2021, Arbitrum emerged as one of … Read more

Trump’s Bitcoin play – Will his ‘Made in the USA’ crypto-play work out?

Trump appealed to crypto supporters with pro-Bitcoin statements and NFT releases. Polymarket showed that Trump leads with 62.1% support amid rising crypto interest among voters. As an analyst with over two decades of experience in political and financial markets, I have witnessed many fascinating developments in my career. However, the recent maneuvers by Donald Trump … Read more

Radiant Capital $58M hack an expensive ‘lesson’ for DeFi

As a seasoned analyst with a background in cybersecurity and blockchain technology, I find myself both impressed and concerned by the recent events surrounding Radiant Capital’s Ethereum lending markets. On one hand, it is commendable that they have taken immediate action to improve their security infrastructure, including the implementation of timelock contracts, multisignature structures, and … Read more

Crypto surges in Eastern Europe: DeFi drives 33% of transactions

As a researcher with extensive experience in the field of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, this report on the rising decentralized finance (DeFi) activity in Eastern Europe, particularly Ukraine, has piqued my interest. Having closely followed the evolution of crypto adoption in this region, I must admit that I am not surprised by these findings. The … Read more