Cryptocurrency

OPZ Token ($OPZ) is an all-in-one solution that combines a wallet on iOS & Android, decentralized exchange, advanced AI trading, and NFC technology. It provides 1,000,000,000 tokens for traders. Using ERC-20, this token employs powerful AI trading technology to handle users’ trades. Traders buy and hold the tokens, AI system then takes over, trading continuously on 10,000+ cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Binance Coin.OPZ-AI: AI AnalysisOPZ Token uses blockchain technology and sophisticated Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to accelerate and secure transactions. The team believes in the idea of AI in cryptocurrency- AI can analyze data, forecast trends, and automatically decide whether to buy or sell cryptocurrency. It helps study market patterns, forecasts how prices may change, and even decides whether to buy or sell coins without human assistance.Combining AI and blockchain technology in cryptocurrencies builds a powerful team. Blockchain guarantees security and openness, and AI helps consumers make informed decisions about trading cryptocurrencies. Together, blockchain and AI improve the effectiveness and potential profitability of cryptocurrency trading.OPZ-AI revolutionizes cryptocurrency analysis by providing comprehensive, real-time insights and trend analyses for over 10,000 coins.Participating in the OPZ Token Presale is simple, with prices starting at $0.028, and the launch price set at $0.1.OPZ WalletThe OPZ Wallet addresses the growing demand for user-friendly and secure self-custodial solutions in the cryptocurrency space. Leveraging the innovative KeyFusion protocol, a form of Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology, OPZ Wallet combines advanced security measures with intelligent, AI-driven insights to offer a superior self-custody experience.OPZ-DEX: Revolutionizing Bitcoin DeFiOPZ-DEX is a groundbreaking platform that leverages the robustness of Bitcoin’s Layer 2 for decentralized trading. It features the Chronicle Matching Engine for high-performance, low-latency trading and employs Zero-Knowledge Rollups for enhanced transaction throughput and privacy.OPZ Token: Revolutionizing DeFi with Advanced AI IntegrationOPZ Token marks a significant advancement in cryptocurrency. It combines a wallet and exchange that is supercharged with advanced AI technology. OPZ is well-positioned to gain a significant share of the rapidly growing DeFi market.Moving forward, OPZ Token aims to push the boundaries of technological innovation while empowering investors and driving positive transformations.For more information, users can visit https://opz.comUsers can join the OPZ Presale here.About OPZ OPZ’s mission is to accelerate the transition to self-ownership of assets by bridging the gap between the cryptocurrency industry and the traditional financial world.ContactLouis [email protected] article was originally published on Chainwire More

The OPEN Ticketing Ecosystem launched this week, intending to disrupt the $85 billion ticketing industry using blockchain technology.A new RWA use-case is bornAmidst the massive growth for real-world asset (RWA) use cases, onchain tickets might be the next big thing. Traditional ticketing is an $85 billion industry that’s ripe for disruption, with specific opportunities for blockchain-driven solutions. OPEN’s mission is to take all tickets onchain, delivering much-needed transparency for fans and fair earnings for creators.OPN tokenAll ticketing activity on OPEN’s tooling is driven by the OPN token, which will become tradable starting Friday March 29th. Ticket integrators source OPN from the open market in order to access tooling and issue tickets. When staking goes live for OPN, all stakers will earn yield directly from all global onchain ticket activity.Plug & play infrastructureThe OPEN team has built onchain ticketing infrastructure since 2016, resulting in a plug & play toolsuite that adds value at any scale; from small independent artists looking to grow their community and issue NFT collectibles, to large ticketing operators looking to take their tickets onchain. Every ticket issued using OPEN can be verified onchain with full transparency. OPEN has issued over 5 million tickets onchain to date – and is expecting to raise their annual ticket volume to 20 million this year.Event financingTaking ticketing onchain not only makes the ticketing experience smoother – there are additional unlocks that make the lives of everyday creators easier in ways never before possible. Take OPEN’s new event financing tool, a way for artists and event organizers to crowdsource the funds needed to realize a show, tour or festival, by leveraging their unsold inventory of onchain tickets as collateral for DeFi funding. Participants who help realize these events are rewarded with a programmable yield, issued to them automatically the moment the ticket sale takes place. This approach unites the latest in RWA & DeFi tooling to provide freedom and independence to creators.More about OPEN:The OPN token will launch on Friday March 29th. Follow along with OPEN’s mission for taking ticketing onchain through the website: onopen.xyz & the official OPEN twitter account.ContactOlivier [email protected] article was originally published on Chainwire More

Lif3.com is thrilled to announce its integration with Fireblocks, an enterprise platform for building blockchain applications and managing digital asset operations. This collaboration brings together Lif3’s innovative multi-chain DeFi ecosystem with Fireblocks’ trailblazing security solution, including their Direct Custody platform and cutting-edge Non-Custodial Wallets-as-a-Service (WaaS) to enhance safety, security and enhance operational efficiency for the Lif3 ecosystem.With the integration of Fireblocks’ Non-Custodial WaaS, Lif3 (LIF3/USD)(LIF3/USDt), the revolutionary multi-chain DeFi Layer-1 ecosystem that operates on Ethereum, Polygon, BNB Chain, and Fantom, allows users to maintain complete control over their private keys while minimizing the risks associated with digital asset transactions. This provides consumers and investors alike with unprecedented control over their digital assets, ensuring peace of mind and trust in the security of their transactions.Lif3 is also tapping into the Fireblocks Network, a global hub to connect, transact, and collaborate with the largest community of market participants and integrated partners, to provide a seamless and secure trading environment. The collaboration also embraces Fireblocks Off Exchange, which enables trading from an on-chain MPC shared wallet and eliminates counterparty risks, further solidifying our shared vision of creating a safer, more efficient, and user-empowered digital financial marketplace.“Fireblocks is dedicated to elevating the safety and privacy of user transactions. By integrating our enterprise-grade digital assets infrastructure, Lif3 is setting a new standard for digital assets security, ensuring an unparalleled level of protection and scalability for their users,” said Michael Shaulov, CEO of Fireblocks.”Working with Fireblocks is a testament to Lif3’s unwavering commitment to enhancing user security and transaction privacy by offering investors and users alike a secure, interconnected, encrypted, and scalable platform for their transactions,” said Harry Yeh, Managing Director of Quantum (NASDAQ:QMCO) FinTech Group.Additionally, Fireblocks is the first company in the world to achieve a Cryptocurrency Security Standard (CCSS) Qualified Service Provider Level 3 certification, a first-of-its-kind certification that was built as a security standard for crypto wallets and custody by the Cryptocurrency Certification Consortium (C4). The CCSS is designed to augment standard information security practices and complement existing standards such as SOC1 Type I, SOC2 Type II, ISO 27001, ISO 27017, and ISO 27018 – all of which have been awarded to Fireblocks.Together, Lif3 and Fireblocks are not only enhancing the security and efficiency of digital asset transactions but are empowering consumers and investors with the tools and confidence needed to navigate the evolving digital assets landscape. This is more than just a collaboration; it’s an elevated user experience for multi-signature custodial transactions, cold storage of Lif3 tokens, LSHARE tokens, L3USD and strengthened security measures that are beneficial for all. The Fireblocks integration supports Lif3’s vision for a more simplified, safer and interactive user experience and facilitates seamless acquisition for consumer DeFi through the “Lif3 Wallet” available for download on the App Store and Google (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Play.This announcement coincides with Lif3’s recent Ethereum Migration announcement and its strategic partnership with Layer Zero, an alliance designed to address the challenges associated with token bridging, for a more secure and efficient blockchain experience. Lif3.com and the “Lif3 Wallet” continues to be a platform of interest for those invested in the future of decentralized finance and blockchain technology. The commitment to continuous improvement and innovation positions Lif3 as a front-runner in shaping the future landscape of the digital finance economy and its vision and commitment to breaking down barriers to cryptocurrency adoption through the Lif3 Mobile App, a one-stop solution for on-ramping, investing, trading, earning, gaming, and off-ramping.About Lif3.comLif3.com is a complete, omni-chain DeFi ecosystem, that includes a Curated Layer-1 Blockchain, and a self-custody wallet. “Lif3 Wallet” is available on the App Store and Google Play – unlocking the potential of Web3 through consumer DeFi, iGaming and the Entertainment SectorsLIF3LIF3 (LIF3) is an ERC-20 token that powers the LIF3 ecosystem and provides a comprehensive suite of features to manage digital assets across multiple blockchains while allowing users to benefit from staking. To obtain access to $LIF3 on Bitfinex, customers can visit: https://trading.bitfinex.com/t/LIF3:USD- API symbol for LIF3 is LIFIII on Bitfinex Twitter:Lif3 News and Updates:https://lif3.com/newsHow to Buy LIF3 with ETH or USDT on Ethereum:https://support.lif3.com/hc/en-us/articles/8874195179279-How-to-Buy-LIF3-with-ETH-or-USDT-on-EthereumFor official LIF3 logos and branding please visit:https://docs.lif3.com/brand-assetsMedia Contact:[email protected] Quantum Fintech GroupQuantum Fintech Group is a private investment group founded in 2020, and is focused on providing superior returns in the alternative asset space focusing specifically on blockchain investments.Twitter:https://twitter.com/quantumftgContactMedia RelationsChantel EllowayLif3 Labs [email protected] article was originally published on Chainwire More

The Department of Justice (DOJ) accuses KuCoin of functioning as a money-transmitting business catering to over 30 million customers without enforcing know-your-customer (KYC) or AML measures until 2023. Moreover, the newly implemented KYC program did not extend to existing customers, leaving significant regulatory gaps. Although Chun Gan and Ke Tang have not been arrested, their failure to register KuCoin with the U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has led to serious legal repercussions. The duo were each charged with one count of conspiracy to violate the US Bank Secrecy Act and one count of conspiring to run a money transmitting business without the proper license.“KuCoin made itself available to be used, and in fact was used, as a vehicle for laundering the proceeds of suspicious and criminal activities, including proceeds from sanctions violations, darknet markets, and malware, ransomware, and fraud schemes,” the statement reads.The indictment further highlights KuCoin’s vulnerability to being exploited for laundering proceeds from various illegal activities, including sanctions violations and dark web operations. Specifically, KuCoin is alleged to have indirectly received over $3.2 million in cryptocurrency from the sanctioned crypto mixer Tornado Cash, linking the exchange to criminal cases against Tornado Cash developers Alexey Pertsev and Roman Storm.Separately, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filed a lawsuit against KuCoin for not registering as a futures commission merchant among other designations, and failing to implement a KYC equivalent. The CFTC seeks monetary penalties and bans, while the DOJ aims for forfeiture and criminal penalties.Homeland Security Investigations highlighted the case’s severity, labeling KuCoin as part of a “multibillion-dollar criminal conspiracy” and one of the largest crypto exchanges globally. U.S. Attorney Damien Williams criticized KuCoin for its substantial, yet undisclosed, U.S. user base, which contributed to its status as a major player in the crypto market, facilitating billions in daily trades without basic AML policies.Following these charges, KuCoin’s native token (KCS) dropped more than 5%, while Bitcoin saw a 1% decline amidst day-long volatility.Today’s action against KuCoin represents the first instance the DOJ has pursued a cryptocurrency exchange since revealing a 4-billion-dollar settlement with Binance in December 2023. In the wake of the settlement, former CEO and founder Changpeng Zhao resigned and is scheduled for sentencing next month. More

Radicle, the novel open-source, peer-to-peer code collaboration stack, is proud to announce the launch of Radicle 1.0. The release marks a significant milestone in the protocol’s journey, following its beta release in late 2020 and the alpha version in 2019. Unveiled today, Radicle 1.0 is set to transform the way developers publish and distribute open-source code, AI models, and research.Conceived as a decentralized alternative to centralized forges like GitHub and GitLab, Radicle extends the capabilities of these systems with a decentralized identity system, cutting-edge gossip protocol, and integrated social artifacts which together form a self-hosted network for code collaboration. The team behind the protocol believes that combating the increasing centralization of software products – which risks developers losing autonomy over their identity and data – is of paramount importance.“Software shapes our reality and will continue to do so. We need a neutral place where software can be built and only an open protocol can provide that. Radicle is our answer to that – a sovereign code forge that gives users full autonomy and ownership of their data.” said co-founder Alexis Sellier.Designed to provide a neutral environment where users retain full ownership of their identity and data, Radicle empowers developers to set the rules of their code universe, ensuring a platform that respects the sovereignty of its users.Radicle’s novel software is not only highly secure but also free to use. It enables users to run their own nodes, a feature intended to foster a resilient network that is resistant to censorship and not reliant on trusted third-party services. True to its decentralized ethos, Radicle is entirely local-first, operating without the need for blockchain technology or digital tokens.In Radicle’s network, each user runs the Radicle Stack, consisting of a command line interface and the Radicle Node networked service. Nodes exchange data via a gossip protocol, creating a robust, disruption-tolerant network. Additionally, users can opt for the Radicle Web client and HTTP daemon, offering a web-based experience for enhanced accessibility and convenience. Pro-liberty developers who are accustomed to using Github and GitLab are encouraged to join Radicle and start enjoying the benefits. About RadicleRadicle is a decentralized code collaboration stack that leverages Git’s architecture, combined with advanced cryptography and a gossip protocol, providing an alternative to existing centralized forges. Furnishing developers with a fully sovereign stack for publishing and distributing open-source code and AI models, Radicle is the first decentralized alternative for code collaboration, championing user autonomy, data ownership, and censorship resistance.ContactAvishay LitaniMarket [email protected] article was originally published on Chainwire More

This downturn for short sellers accompanies Bitcoin’s over 7% jump in late-day trading and an almost 12% rise from its recent low three days ago.The total short interest in crypto-related stocks stands at $10.7 billion, with MicroStrategy Incorporated (NASDAQ:MSTR) and Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ:COIN) accounting for 84% of this short interest. Overall, the sector’s short interest as a percentage of float is over three times larger than the U.S. average of 5.13%.MicroStrategy, the world’s largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, leads the downturn with $1.4 billion in mark-to-market losses. This amount contributes to the sector’s $1.9 billion loss today and a $5.7 billion year-to-date loss, highlighting a -79.1% downturn for those betting against the software company. Despite these large losses, the sector remains a hotspot for short selling activity, given its crowded nature and high potential for squeezes.The crowded scores, a measure of how densely packed short sellers are in a stock, averages at 57.34 for crypto stocks, considerably higher than the street average of 32.41. The squeeze scores, which indicate the potential for a short squeeze, average at 78.69, far surpassing the street average of 34.41. MicroStrategy, Coinbase, and Cleanspark Inc (NASDAQ:CLSK) are identified as the most susceptible to squeezes in the sector.Despite Bitcoin’s bullish run, the total short interest in the sector has increased by $3.67 billion to $10.71 billion in 2024. This indicates continued skepticism or strategic hedging by short sellers. However, the recent rally has triggered increased short selling, with the sector’s total short interest climbing by an additional $4.50 billion in the last 30 days, mainly driven by heightened short selling in MicroStrategy.Further gains in MicroStrategy’s stock price could put pressure on short sellers, which at one point could force them to buy back shares to cover their losses. This scenario could drive the stock price even higher. More

Syntax takes natural language and converts it into Solidity code, enabling individuals and enterprises to ship production grade smart contracts, arbitrage agents, NFTs, rollups, and more. Syntax marks the manifestation of the Agent Economy in Web3.Today, Spectral Labs has launched Syntax, a new LLM enabling people to ship agents that automate onchain projects and tasks, thereby manifesting their Web3 product ideas. While still in beta, Syntax’s vision is to create an open onchain Agent Economy, where developers, individuals, and enterprises can for the first time select the agents they would want to delegate their Web3 tasks, projects, and product development to. These projects and products include production grade smart contracts, arbitrage agents, NFTs, rollups, and more.Scaling web3 engineering efforts and shipping new onchain products is limited by the number of solidity developers, as well as enterprises’ ability to test and ship smart contract code in a fast and effective way without burning through engineering resources. Spectral has set out to solve this with its new LLM, Syntax, a development environment designed to manifest Web3 product ideas by converting natural language into Solidity code that can be deployed instantly onchain. For professional developers, Syntax can accelerate and optimize bandwidth by writing large libraries and components. Syntax provides an Agentic experience, where users tell Syntax what they want to build, and Syntax writes and deploys the code onchain at the click of a button. Spectral defines an Onchain Agent as a set of instructions and code capable of deploying itself onchain and possessing a dedicated provisioned wallet for doing so. Loosely similar to custom instructions in ChatGPT, Syntax Agents also have their own identity and can autonomously figure out ways to interact with deployment infrastructure.With Syntax, users can compile, debug, and deploy AI-generated solidity code. Syntax gives users and the industry the ability to quickly test, ship and scale new products, as well as determining the usability and functional relevance of the code generated while also giving them control to quickly edit code snippets. Initially, Spectral’s Onchain Agents will be curated and built by Spectral, but soon every user will be able to create their own Agent and monetize it in future Syntax releases.About SpectralSpectral, a pioneer of the agent economy behind Syntax, is at the forefront of integrating AI with blockchain to democratize development in Web3. Our mission is to simplify the creation and deployment of decentralized applications through autonomous Onchain Agents. Syntax, Spectral’s flagship product, translates natural language into Solidity code, enabling both novices and experts to build on the blockchain effortlessly. With a commitment to transparency and user empowerment, Spectral is shaping a future where anyone can participate in the blockchain revolution. Join us in making this vision a reality and explore the potential of autonomous agents with Spectral. For more information, visit https://spectrallabs.xyz/For more information, users can follow Spectral on Twitter and Discord.ContactSpectral [email protected] article was originally published on Chainwire More

DeMi, an innovative tokenized mining platform, has announced a partnership with BitCluster, a leading mining solutions provider, and this is an important step to expanding the capacity for both companies.DeMi, an innovative tokenized mining platform revolutionizing the industry, has announced a strategic partnership with BitCluster, a leading mining solutions provider. This collaboration means DeMi can scale up multiple times while optimizing energy costs. This will also allow platform users to mine cryptocurrency more effectively since the price of electricity is only $0.049 per kWh.Equipment power is transformed into DEMI tokens, the process involves the conversion of computational power from mining equipment into DEMI tokens, serving as a tangible representation and confirmation of purchasing a designated hashrate. To begin mining on the platform, users simply need to purchase and stake these tokens. This innovative approach allows users to actively participate in the mining process with ease. This system not only democratizes access to mining by simplifying the entry process but also ensures that participants can directly contribute to and benefit from the network’s security and consensus mechanisms.At the end of December 2023, BitCluster announced the launch of a 120 MW data center in Ethiopia with a total area of 30 thousand square meters. This amount of power allows them to place over 30 thousand mining machines such as Antminer S21 200Th.For more information about DeMi and their partnership with BitCluster, users can visit here. About DeMiDeMi is a tokenized mining platform that enables users to get BTC rewards using DEMI token. By offering a unique mining experience, DeMi allows users to effectively engage in cryptocurrency mining.About BitClusterBitCluster is a modern mining solutions provider. BitCluster provides end-to-end solutions for hosting and maintaining high-power computing hardware for users looking to scale their Bitcoin mining capabilities while keeping energy costs at the lowest possible level.ContactDeMi Product OwnerAndrey [email protected] article was originally published on Chainwire More