Author: Vidya Saras

Leading stock exchange Nasdaq intends to give investors another way to gain exposure to crypto. Nasdaq announced in an Aug. 27 press release that it intends to list and trade Bitcoin index options pending regulatory approval. The company said it has filed for its Nasdaq Bitcoin Index Options (XBTX) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The index options will track Bitcoin prices through the CME CF Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI), an index that continually calculates prices on a per-second basis from aggregated crypto exchange order data. Nasdaq described BRTI as an important risk management tool for institutional and…

When you dive into foreign exchange trading, one of the first things you’ll encounter is the need for a forex broker. These brokers, who often provide professional trading account options, play a crucial role in this market, providing the gateway between individual traders and global currency markets. From offering various trading accounts to facilitating your trades, understanding their role can significantly improve your trading experience. Understanding the Basics of Forex Brokers A forex broker acts as an intermediary between you and the foreign exchange market. Think of them as your bridge to accessing currency pairs like USD/EUR or GBP/JPY. Their main job…

U.S. securities regulators reportedly are considering a lawsuit against the NFT marketplace OpenSea. OpenSea, a leading non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, has been warned of a possible securities case, according to an Aug. 28 announcement. The company said that it received a Wells notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which indicates the agency is considering a lawsuit. OpenSea said that it is confident that it operates legally and that its users do not trade securities when they use the platform. It added that designating NFTs as securities would “misinterpret the law.” Such an outcome could put creator income…

SuperRare and Colonna Contemporary have partnered to present “The Elephant” by Amit Sharma, a captivating collection that marries real photographs with Generative AI. This innovative series investigates the psychological phenomena associated with False Memory, delving into how we perceive and remember the world around us. The Concept of “The Elephant” Amit Sharma’s “The Elephant” is an artistic exploration of the intricate play between perception and belief. By augmenting real photographs with Generative AI, Sharma invites viewers to question their understanding of reality. This series is divided into three thematic movements: residual memory, source confusion, and half-truth, each reflecting different aspects…

In a market dominated by optimism surrounding the price spikes of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), the non-fungible token (NFT) market has seen a decline in popularity. NFTs, which include digital artwork and collectibles recorded on blockchains, have recently experienced a notable loss of appeal.  According to a Bloomberg report, Google searches for NFTs have reached their lowest levels since 2021, when these tokens first gained mainstream attention. Popular NFT Collections Experience Steep Price Declines A significant drop in sales further highlights the NFT market’s struggles. Researcher DappRadar reveals that NFT sales have decreased by more than six percent to…

Pixels, the popular social gaming platform on Ronin, is preparing to launch two significant events—Barney’s Bazaarn and a Virtual Wedding.The first is a competitive event where players can earn rewards by fulfilling crafting orders whilst the second event is a virtual wedding, which will be live-streamed for the community to attend.Barney’s Bazaarn Event will launch sometime within this month and is expected to last four to five days whilst the wedding is scheduled for September 8 and will feature special in-game items for attendees. Source: PixelsWhat is Barney’s Bazaarn Event?Barney’s Bazaarn is an individual competition within the Pixels, focused on…

The NFT space is constantly evolving, but with this evolution comes a set of technical challenges that can leave many collectors and artists scratching their heads. Recently, Ani from NFTRebels highlighted a critical issue with NFTs—particularly with KnownOrigin (KO) art tokens on Etherscan. The main concern? The art files associated with these tokens aren’t as secure as many believe, and navigating the technology can be daunting for those who aren’t tech-savvy. The Problem: Where’s the Art? When you look up a KO unsold art KODA token on Etherscan, what you see is just the tip of the iceberg. There’s no…

Scarce City X VESA = Bitram Auction Now LIVEGet ready for the legendary Scarce City dropping a hot auction with OG artist VESA. June 11-13th. Bid here at Scarce dot city Watch a video on how the artwork was made and what it is all about. It’s the first Bitcoin specific piece VESA has made in a couple years now exclusively on Scarce.City – Youtube link Watch substance video number two on Youtube Auction page https://scarce.city/auctions/bit-ram-physical-ar How to bid: Input the amount of bitcoin you want to bid, an email address that we can reach you at, and a bidder…

Metaversal is a Bankless newsletter for weekly level-ups on NFTs and the onchain frontierDear Bankless Nation,Over the next couple of months, I’ll be leveling up the Metaversal experience.  The first part of the revamp kicks off next Thursday, April 4th, when I’ll migrate the newsletter from Substack into Bankless.com.At that point, your Substack subscription will evolve into a Bankless account, and you’ll start receiving Metaversal emails from team@bankless.com. This aesthetic and technical rebrand will pave the way for me to start the 2nd phase of the revamp, introducing new types of content and new types of experiences around Metaversal, that I’ll activate…

PRESS RELEASE — Delta, a global leader in power management and a world-class provider of industrial automation solutions, along with its U.S.-based subsidiary Universal Instruments, unveiled today at SEMICON Taiwan 2024, a set of next-generation solutions designed to enable digital twins and AI-based automation in semiconductor manufacturing applications. These include the DIATwin Virtual Machine Development Platform, which accelerates new product development by up to 20%. Leveraging its extensive experience in industrial automation, Delta develops the Wafer Edge Profile Measurement Solution for semiconductor front-end processing, which features highly customizable features for added equipment value. Combining the strengths of Universal Instruments, Delta is showcasing…