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Knut Svanholm, the Swedish author, Bitcoiner, podcaster and educator, is a prolific writer and eccentric, charismatic persona in Bitcoinland. We don’t have royals in Bitcoin and we routinely slay our heroes, which means that anybody who sticks around for a long time has Lindy-proven integrity. Svanholm is one such character: If you’ve attended the conference circuit in recent years, you’re likely to have encountered Svanholm’s enchanting voice and scruffy beard — cowboy hat included for fashion and good measure.  I’ve always had a weak spot for this fellow Scandinavian, whether it be his uncompromising words or impressive output, his funky…

Key Takeaways Centrifuge launched SPXA, the first licensed tokenized S&P 500 index fund, on the Base Ethereum Layer 2 network. SPXA provides 24/7 trading access to S&P 500 exposure in tokenized form. Share this article Centrifuge, a blockchain platform specializing in real-world asset tokenization, today launched SPXA, a tokenized S&P 500 index fund exclusively on Base, an Ethereum Layer 2 network.The launch marks the first licensed tokenized S&P 500 product, developed through a collaboration between Centrifuge and S&P Dow Jones Indices. The fund enables 24/7 trading of S&P 500 exposure while integrating with DeFi protocols for programmable finance.SPXA is co-managed…

In this webinar, we will explore efficient, accurate, and scalable techniques for analog and mixed-signal device testing using reconfigurable test setups. As semiconductor devices grow more complex, engineers face the challenge of validating performance and catching edge cases under tight schedules. Test setups often include oscilloscopes, waveform generators, network analyzers, and more, potentially from different vendors with unique automation and configuration considerations. In order to keep pace with semiconductor validation requirements, multi-channel test setups designed for flexibility and performance can help engineers scale effectively. Key learnings: Reducing signal path complexity with multiple integrated instruments Improving data fidelity when measuring mixed-signal…

On Sep. 23, Bitcoin’s hashrate set a new all-time high of 1,073 EH/s. Over the last month, raw compute rose about 21%.Over the last quarter, roughly 70%. Over the last year, the curve went vertical, up around 675%.Hashrate used to be a chart for miners and protocol nerds. Now it reads like a capital expenditure scoreboard for an industry you can trade.Let’s answer the basic question quickly: What is hashrate, and why should anyone outside a mining warehouse care?Hashrate is the total computational effort pointed at Bitcoin’s proof-of-work: i.e., how hard it would be to outvote the network and rewrite…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Bitcoin’s price experienced a slight upward push after a temporary rebound on Wednesday, but the leading crypto asset is still in a bearish state, now pulling back to $111,000. However, it appears BTC is likely to regain its upside momentum soon, as key on-chain metrics point to a decline in the ongoing volatile phase of the market. Implied Volatility In Bitcoin Falls To New Lows Amid the highly mixed market sentiment, XWIN Research, a Japanese expert, outlines a potential shift in the Bitcoin market trend from bearish to…

Asset manager Hashdex expanded its Crypto Index US exchange-traded fund (ETF) to include XRP (XRP), SOL (SOL) and Stellar (XLM) following the generic listing rule change from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).The Nasdaq stock exchange-listed ETF now includes five cryptocurrencies held 1:1 by the fund, including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH), and is trading under the ticker symbol NCIQ, according to Thursday’s announcement.The SEC approved generic listing standards for ETFs in September, paving the way for a faster ETF approval process for eligible cryptocurrencies.Hashdex’s notice of expanding its ETF under the proposed SEC rule change for generic listings. Source:…

WLFI displays resilience amid broader market bloodbath. Robinhood has listed the token today, boosting investor trust and visibility. Cryptos struggle as September history unfolds. The digital assets industry slumped on Thursday as Bitcoin dipped from above $112,000 to $110,700. The global crypto market drifted further below the $4 trillion psychological mark after a 2.5% 24-hour dip to $3.81 trillion. While altcoins appear to suffer the most, with many halting their bullish structures with double-digit declines, Trump-linked WLFI held steady. World Liberty Financial’s token gained a modest 0.64% on its daily chart amid market-wide slumps. The resilience comes after the DeFi…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Reports have disclosed that World Liberty Financial (WLFI) will roll out a branded debit card that users can link to Apple Pay, allowing payments using its USD1 stablecoin. The announcement was made at Korea Blockchain Week by WLFI co-founder Zak Folkman, who said the product and a companion retail app are due within weeks as the project pushes into Asia. Card And App Aim To Put USD1 In Wallets According to company statements and coverage, the card will let holders attach their USD1 balance to Apple Pay…

Key takeaways:Bitcoin bounced to $113,900 after testing weekly lows, fueled by bullish divergences.Whale-sized entities have sold 147,000 BTC since August, signaling supply pressure.Bitcoin options implied volatility hit multi-year lows, hinting at a potential explosive move.Bitcoin (BTC) staged a swift recovery to $113,900 on Wednesday after sweeping below Monday’s low of $111,500 and briefly testing the $111,000 mark on Binance during the Asia trading session. The bounce signaled an early attempt at mid-week recovery, supported by emerging bullish signals on the charts.Bitcoin six-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewOne of the key drivers behind the rebound is the bullish divergence between the relative strength…

The fitness industry loves transformation stories, but Australian firm Fitell Corporation set a high bar with its own makeover. The company recently announced a major pivot: the establishment of Australia’s first Solana-based digital asset treasury. To support this strategy, Fitell secured up to $100M via a convertible financing facility, with $10M immediately committed to acquiring $SOL tokens. All this institutional attention to Solana is bound to shake the $SOL ecosystem (in a good way), and best altcoins like Snorter Token ($SNORT) could be the next 1000x crypto in the upcoming cycle. Active Yield via DeFi Innovation Fitell’s new treasury fits…