Why the SEC Shouldn’t Classify ETH as a Security
Reports suggest the SEC may be about to categorize ETH as a security, with huge implications for the blockchain’s future. Here’s why the SEC would be wrong.
Coinbase’s Base Chain Warns of ‘Stuck’ Transactions Amid Traffic Surge
The Ethereum layer-2 chain’s status page warns users of high fees and slowdowns as traders flock to new Base meme coins.
The Protocol: Bitcoin Halving in 3 Weeks, Solana’s Yakovenko on Meme Coins
There’s no slowdown in blockchain news, with Ethereum’s Dencun upgrade in the rear view mirror and Bitcoin’s halving now just over three weeks away. We spoke with Solana’s Anatoly Yakovenko about the meme coin frenzy stressing the suddenly-active blockchain.
Key U.S. Lawmaker McHenry Says House Has ‘Workable’ Stablecoin Bill
U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) said some of the recent chaos in Congress derailed crypto legislation for a while, but a stablecoin bill is largely worked out in the House of Representatives and just needs a schedule floor vote.
NBA All-Star Tyrese Haliburton Talks Ethereum and Potentially Receiving Salary in Crypto
Professional basketball player and NBA All-Star Tyrese Haliburton has said that he would consider taking a portion of his salary in cryptocurrency.
Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates, Rate Cut Outlook Steady for This Year
Policymakers forecasted Wednesday they would lower interest rates to 4.6% by year-end, similarly to their December projection.
Ether Tumbles 6% as ETH ETF Hopes Dim Amid Regulatory Probe Reports
CoinDesk reported Wednesday that the Ethereum Foundation faces a confidential inquiry, and Fortune said the SEC is examining whether ETH is a security.
Ethereum Foundation Under Investigation by ‘State Authority’
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Do Kwon Appeal of South Korea Extradition Rejected by Montenegro Court
The U.S. is also seeking Kwon’s extradition despite the Montenegrin court’s decision to send him to South Korea.
Bitcoin’s Halving May Be Here Sooner Than You Know (Again)
Several months ago, the halving was expected to take place on April 28; now it’s on track to land on April 18. Blame the surge in bitcoin’s price, which has attracted more mining power and sped up the network.