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Following the Fusaka network upgrade, Ethereum’s validator participation dropped due to a bug in the Prysm consensus client. Developer recommendations for users included launching the client with a temporary workaround. Despite voting participation falling short, the Ethereum network has recovered, with nearly 99% voting participation and 97% sync participation. The incident could have had more severe consequences if the bug was found in the largest proportion of consensus nodes. The bug highlights the importance of achieving a client count under 33% to protect against network finality being halted.

US investors are showing increased caution toward cryptocurrency in 2024, with a stable participation rate but a significant drop in new or expanded crypto investments, according to FINRA. The shift is driven by rising risk aversion amid economic uncertainty, leading to fewer young and new investors entering the market. Despite a continued belief in the role of risk for financial growth, Americans are moving toward more traditional investment strategies while still recognizing cryptocurrency’s potential for achieving long-term financial goals.

Global financial markets rebound as Bitcoin outpaces traditional equities, risk appetite returns, and crypto sectors display mixed results. Explore the macroeconomic drivers, sector highlights, and an in-depth analysis of Monad’s ecosystem development and performance after its mainnet launch. Learn what these trends mean for investors and the future of blockchain innovation.

The United States ushers in a new era of crypto regulation as Bitnomial becomes the first CFTC-approved spot cryptocurrency exchange, offering secure and regulated trading with margin and leverage for both retail and institutional investors. This milestone brings clarity, advanced investor protections, and aligns digital asset markets with traditional financial standards, positioning the U.S. as a global leader in cryptocurrency oversight and innovation.

Bitwise CIO, Matt Hougan, shares his insights on the potential impact of the MSCI deciding to exclude digital asset treasury firms, such as Strategy, from its indexes. Explores Strategy’s plans for their Bitcoin holdings and financial obligations including its $1.44 billion USD reserve. Reveals that Michael Saylor has full control over the company’s voting shares and continues to express long-term conviction in Bitcoin. Dispels rumors about insider pressure and the fragility of bitcoin’s market value. Outlines the potential implications for crypto investors, market-structure legislation progress, and the health of smaller digital asset treasury firms.

Two Ukrainian men have been apprehended in relation to the murder of a 21-year-old man from Ukraine, who was robbed of his cryptocurrency before being killed in Vienna. The victim’s charred remains came to light in a burnt car, after he had been assaulted and forced to disclose his crypto wallet passwords. The incident adds to a growing pattern of violent attacks connected to crypto wealth. A surge in crypto-related abductions and robberies has been witnessed across Europe and the US, prompting a call for heightened security measures.

Ethereum surges as its new Fusaka network upgrade drives enhanced scaling, data availability, and economic innovation. Discover how PeerDAS, BPO hard forks, and EIP-7918 are transforming ETH’s onchain economics, revitalizing investor confidence, and positioning Ethereum at the forefront of blockchain infrastructure. Explore the broader market impact, sector performance, and what Fusaka means for the future of crypto and deflationary ETH supply.

justin sun withdraws 100 million trx from binance in a high-profile move that sparks speculation about his strategy for tron investors are analyzing the implications of this major cryptocurrency transaction on tron price future developments and the broader crypto market discover what this accumulation could mean for trx holders and the growing tron ecosystem

Binance announces co-founder Yi He as the new co-CEO, serving alongside Richard Teng. He previously served as Chief Customer Service Officer at Binance and has been with the company since its inception in 2017. The announcement, made during Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai, comes as the crypto exchange nears 300 million users, reflecting its global growth and leadership in the industry.