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📢 Exciting Partnership Alert! 🚀 Chainlink and Coinbase's Project Diamond are teaming up to revolutionize institutional tokenized asset management. Built on Coinbase's Base infrastructure, Project Diamond leverages Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) to enable seamless data sharing across public/private blockchains and existing financial systems. Key highlights: Enhanced compliance and lifecycle management for tokenized assets. Expansion in the MENA region via Abu Dhabi's ADGM. Supporting the $10T tokenized asset market by 2030. This collaboration sets a strong foundation for global institutions to adopt blockchain technology at scale. 🌍💼 #BlockchainInnovation #Tokenization #DigitalAssets #Chainlink #Coinbase

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Today is an inflection point for Breakout with the announcement of our $4.5m venture growth round led by the experienced team at RockawayX with participation from Mechanism, Round13, CSquared, IOBC, and Mentat Group. Operationally, we’ve accomplished one of the hardest feats — going zero to one. We currently have over 5,000 traders that have collectively traded over $12B in notional volume and we’re growing exponentially. It’s now time to take things to the next level with a stacked treasury that we can leverage to improve our product even further and get Breakout into the hands of tens of thousands of new traders across the globe. I often get asked what it’s like to run a startup and many times I don’t even know where to begin. Startups are HARD. I won’t get into the minutiae but after 4 startups and 16 years, the biggest takeaway for me has been that in order to succeed, you have to mentally overcome the fact that successful startups need to fall forward and constantly navigate unique obstacles without allowing any one of those obstacles to paralyze the company. This is a constant battle that is unachievable without a resilient team that all share the same mindset and entrepreneurial drive. Our team at Breakout is the best I’ve ever been a part of and our growth in such a short period of time could not have been achieved so far without each and every person involved. You know who you are, thank you. We’re going to continue to push the envelope and will have some really exciting news to share in the coming weeks on the product front. Stay tuned. https://lnkd.in/ezPs8pdE

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OPI's asset tokenization platform is underpinned by a multi-sig feature - a security protocol that ensures that every token creation request undergoes thorough scrutiny and validation. Here's how it works: When a token creation request is initiated, it doesn't stop at a single individual. Instead, it requires the collective approval of multiple tokenization admins (Quorum). This means that no single person holds the authority to mint tokens and profit from it. But Multi-sig is more than just a security measure; it's a testament to transparency and integrity. It safeguards the integrity of the platform and protects the interests of all stakeholders. Together, let's harness the power of multi-sig and unlock the full potential of tokenized assets. https://oasisprosto.com/ Oasis Pro #blockchain #smartcontract #tokenization #multisig

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Crypto Turns 26: From Wild West to Main Street? Can you believe it's been 26 years, Oct 31 2008, since the Bitcoin whitepaper dropped by Satoshi Nakamoto? Crypto's journey has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, just like any disruptive tech. But where are we now? a16z crypto's 2024 report paints a fascinating picture: 1. Mass Adoption Incoming? 220M monthly active addresses (Solana leading with a whopping 100M!) 2. Stablecoins on Fire! - $8.5T transactions in Q2 2024, dwarfing Visa's $3.9T! 3. Faster, Cheaper, Better - Infrastructure upgrades slashed transaction costs by up to 99% 4. DeFi Boom Continues - $169B locked in DeFi protocols, with AI integration on the rise (34%!) 5. Big Money's In - Bitcoin & Ethereum ETPs holding a cool $65B in assets! The Future Looks Bright - Regulatory clarity and innovative tech are paving the way for a more mature & accessible crypto ecosystem. This, combined with the rising adoption in emerging markets like India, Nigeria, and Argentina, is truly exciting! What are YOUR thoughts on crypto's future? #Crypto #Blockchain #FinTech #Web3 #Technology #India #a16z

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Earning with Stablecoins in the TON Ecosystem (Part 1) Latest Update as of June 11, 2024 (https://lnkd.in/e-4UK6P5) I've never been full of love and admiration for the TON network, largely due to the lingering disappointment from the ICO era of 2017-2019, when 99% of projects failed to deliver on their promises to small investors. Telegram official Wallet (specifically its CeFI component) offers an opportunity to earn 50% annual interest for the first 2 weeks and 25% for the following 2 weeks. Restrictions: 1️⃣ KYC Requirement: Prepare your passport or driver's license; it will take SumSub about two hours to review them. 2️⃣ Maximum Deposit: 3000 USDT. 3️⃣ Rewards: Paid in TON, with a minimum withdrawal amount of 1 TON (equivalent to $7). 4️⃣ Minimum Deposit: $240 (since earning 1 TON is required to make a withdrawal). 🎁 Maximum Profit Calculation: With a deposit of 3000 USDT, the potential earnings are: $86.53 = 3000 * 0.5 / 52 * 2 + 3000 * 0.25 / 52 * 2 #ton #ton_wallet

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the weekly Crypto is Macro Now is out – open access, where I reshare/update a couple of the week’s article, and share some fun stuff that has nothing to do with crypto or macro 😜 this week, I talk about SAB 121, China sanctions and shifting geopolitics – and a global hide and seek game, along with a bad joke 😂 https://lnkd.in/dNrhaRBF

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Engineers are experiencing a seismic shift driven by market volatility, the rise of GenAI, and new approaches to quantifying engineering impact. But there's a disconnect between business leaders and the engineers building their products. 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗯𝘆 Jellyfish 🔗 https://bit.ly/3Vt3lcO 📉 71% of execs at large enterprises believe productivity decreased, while only 40% of engineers agree. 🤷‍♂️ 43% of engineers feel that leadership at their company is out of the loop regarding engineering challenges, compared to 92% of executives 😩 46% of engineers report their teams are experiencing burnout, compared to 34% of executives. This chasm between perception and reality can breed mistrust, misalignment, and missed opportunities. 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹, 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻: ✨ Foster psychological safety for open dialogue 🤝 Build trust through active listening and empathy 💡 Inspire teams by painting a compelling vision 🧭 Provide clarity amidst ambiguity and change By complementing hard metrics with soft skills, leaders can create an environment where engineers thrive and innovation flourishes. 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? #Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Engineering

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How can any one legitimately support Steven with his ground breaking work on DamageBDD ? #AskGPT Supporting Steven’s work on DamageBDD could be achieved in several meaningful ways: 1. Token Support and Funding: By purchasing Damage Tokens, supporters can help provide the liquidity and validation needed to grow the DamageBDD project. Given that the tokens are designed to support the utility and resilience of DamageBDD, buying them directly helps Steven continue his work without needing traditional investment. 2. Engagement and Community Building: DamageBDD currently lacks a big community due to Steven’s workload, so participating actively by sharing insights, offering feedback, or helping to build a dedicated user base could be invaluable. Helping spread the word through social media, forums, or developer meetups would bring more visibility to the project. 3. Technical Collaboration: Skilled developers, especially those experienced with BDD or Erlang, could contribute to the platform’s development, help with test case creation, or explore integrations with other tools and frameworks. Contributions like these can enhance DamageBDD’s capabilities, add new features, and demonstrate its potential. 4. Testing and Use Case Development: Becoming a tester or creating practical use cases for DamageBDD, especially in areas where it adds value (e.g., high-performance enterprise applications or secure development practices), could directly support Steven’s goal of establishing DamageBDD as a valuable resource. Demos and use cases can showcase the platform’s power and attract new adopters. 5. Networking and Partnerships: Introducing Steven to leaders in the tech industry—CTOs, engineering managers, and founders—who might find DamageBDD useful in their work could help open new doors. These connections might also lead to partnerships, which would strengthen the platform’s credibility and reach. 6. Offering Educational Support: If you’re familiar with BDD, providing educational content like tutorials, case studies, or webinars about DamageBDD could help new users understand the platform’s benefits and start using it effectively. Each of these types of support would help ensure that DamageBDD evolves into a robust tool for high-quality software development, positioning it for long-term success.

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~40% of Frec’s customers are engineers working in tech, many of whom expect frequent and large capital gains. They also prefer to self-manage their money, which makes Frec an ideal platform. Meet Evan: an engineering leader who upgraded from investing in ETFs to direct indexing. Direct indexing appealed to Evan because it offers comparable returns to his ETFs while saving him money on advisory and ETF fees. “ETFs are true and tested, and giving folks a different way of investing in the market while saving more money is really appealing.” He’s used many other robo-advisors and other fintech tools, but “Frec seems to maximize tax loss harvesting opportunities better than any other product that I’ve used.” He also likes Frec's transparent fee structure.  “I feel like with a lot of other companies, that’s muddled in with the cost of investments,” he told us, “and you don’t really know how much you’re paying or how much you’re not saving as a result. I think Frec does a really good job of laying all of that out and giving you a true understanding of the cost of these investment products.” Read more about his Frec journey here ⬇

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Excited to share that Polymarket has raised $70m: A $45m Series B led by Founders Fund and insiders 1confirmation and ParaFi + Vitalik Buterin, & Dragonfly And a $25m Series A led by General Catalyst + Polychain, Joe Gebbia, & more Coverage of our Series B: https://lnkd.in/eK2CJDDT We've had $202.7m worth of predictions made on Polymarket so far this year. But what's been most gratifying is seeing the widespread adoption of Polymarket as an alternative news source. Read more in the tweet storm here: https://lnkd.in/ecMMi84d The trend is clear: people understand what's going on in the world better because Polymarket exists. Enough of the talking heads and news-by-algorithm. We're in a misinformation pandemic, and Polymarket presents a novel information format that is driven by financial incentives for truth, rather than engagement baiting. People want unbiased information. Polymarket delivers. I'm deeply grateful for all those I get to work with on this journey. I live my dreams, and I don't take it for granted. Thank you If you're into markets, memes, and winning, we're hiring: https://lnkd.in/e2QZvimv Onwards

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We've released the latest edition of our EQ/IQ Crypto Newsletter, and it's chock-full of critical industry developments! Here are my top three takeaways: 1️⃣ Robinhood has entered an agreement to acquire Bitstamp for an estimated $200 million and plans to expand its lineup of crypto-native products and services. 2️⃣ Coinbase's new Smart Wallet aims to bring millions of new users on-chain with improved usability and security relative to traditional wallets. 3️⃣ Kraken Digital Asset Exchange is seeking at least $100 million in pre-IPO funding. Which key industry developments are you following closely this week? 💡

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🚀 Curious about the evolution of blockchain technology? Dive into my latest exposition, "Bitcoin to ZKP: Demystifying Distributed Ledger Technologies," where I explore how we’ve progressed from the early days of Bitcoin to advanced privacy techniques like Zero-Knowledge Proofs. Perfect for anyone looking to understand the future of decentralized finance! #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency #DLT #Fintech #Innovation

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What in the Wells Notice is Happening? Breaking down the recent flurry of SEC activity. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently issued Wells Notices to several key players in the crypto space: Uniswap Labs, Robinhood, and ConsenSys. A Wells Notice is a formal letter from the SEC informing a company that the agency is planning to bring an enforcement action against it. The notice outlines the SEC's case, allowing the company to respond before the SEC files a lawsuit. In short, it's a warning shot. - Uniswap is a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform that allows users to trade cryptocurrencies directly with each other, without a central authority. - Robinhood is a popular trading app that offers crypto trading alongside traditional stocks. - ConsenSys is a blockchain software company that develops infrastructure for DeFi, including a platform for token swaps. The SEC's Wells Notices suggest the agency believes some of the crypto assets and services offered by these companies involve unregistered securities. If these assets or services are deemed securities, the companies would need to register with the SEC and comply with securities laws. For Uniswap and ConsenSys, this strikes at the heart of the DeFi ethos. These platforms aim to enable peer-to-peer trading and financial services without intermediaries. But the SEC argues that many tokens and services in DeFi are securities and should be regulated as such. For Robinhood, the notice highlights the regulatory complexities of offering crypto trading alongside traditional financial services. It also underscores the SEC's increasing scrutiny of crypto offerings by mainstream financial platforms. These Wells Notices signal the SEC is ready to take enforcement action across the crypto ecosystem, from DeFi platforms to mainstream trading apps. But the industry is pushing back, arguing for clearer rules that account for the unique properties of crypto and preserve innovation. The notices also have implications for crypto self-custody. If more crypto assets are deemed securities, it could impact your ability to hold them in your own private wallet vs. on a registered platform. Want to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape of crypto? Join SheFi to get access to education on what’s happening in crypto: tinyurl.com/shefi11 #Crypto #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #Ethereum #DeFi #CryptoNews #birthday #NFTs #CryptoMarket #DigitalCurrency #Web3 #Leadership #CryptoEvent #Web3 #Community #CryptoWallet #SmartContracts #Empowerment #BlockchainNews #SheFi #WomenLeaders #EmpoweringWomen #DigitalAssets #CryptoCommunity #CryptoEducation

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We recently made some significant changes to the "DexScan" product on CoinMarketCap, which is our DEX token tracker used by degen traders to spot and monitor their favorite DEX tokens. Here's a thread covering some of the recent highlights and a few other improvements coming soon: https://lnkd.in/gJnsy7N3

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🚀 Super excited to share that James Delmore appeared on CNBC to discuss how crypto super PACs are shaking up the 2024 election! 🗳️ 💰 As crypto plays a bigger role in politics, tracking these digital funds is more important than ever. Check out the full interview to see how we're making a difference! #CryptoPolitics #2024Election #Cryptocurrency #BlockchainForensics #BreadcrumbsApp #CNBCInterview

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📊 Market Overview - September 7th 🏪 24h Price Action: 🟢$BTC saw a sharp drop to $52.5k following positive Non-Farm Payroll data yesterday. 🟢$BTC has since recovered to $53.8k, but the bounce remains weak. 🟢Altcoins have slightly declined in line with $BTC, with no signs of panic selling like previous $BTC dumps. 🟢Over $362 million in stablecoin netflows have been withdrawn from exchanges in the past 24 hours. 🔽 Top Movers: $LDO (-7.1%) $ETH (-7.1%) $DOGE (-6.9%) 🔶 Notable Flows on Binance: As the market is in correction, no notable fund movements were detected

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