Economic uncertainty and a major crypto exchange hack pushed down the total value locked in decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols to $156 billion in the first quarter of 2025, but AI and social apps gained ground with a rise in network users, according to a crypto analytics firm. “Broader economic uncertainty and lingering aftershocks from the…
Opinion by: Ido Ben Natan, co-founder and CEO of Blockaid Centralized exchanges (CEXs) have controlled what people can trade for years. If a token wasn’t listed on major exchanges, it didn’t exist for most users. That system worked when crypto was small. But today? It’s completely broken. The rise of Solana-based memecoins, the popularization of…
RedStone, a blockchain oracle provider, has introduced a push-based oracle on MegaETH to tackle latency issues that challenge the efficiency of onchain trading. According to a spokesperson for RedStone, the new oracle can push new prices onchain every 2.4 milliseconds. Initially debuting on MegaETH, an Ethereum layer-2 network, the product may be rolled out to…
Apr 10, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders left wing Anders Lee (27) passes the puck against the New York Rangers during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images The New York Islanders know how the New Jersey Devils have felt at the end of the last two regular…
Feb 12, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) dribbles against the Minnesota Timberwolves guard Joe Ingles (7) in the second quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images Bobby Portis returns just in time for the Milwaukee Bucks to gear up for a playoff run. Portis is expected to take…
Animated movies, like those from the famed Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, are not made in a hurry. The intricate hand drawings and attention paid to every single detail can make for a slow, potentially yearslong process. Or, you could simply ask ChatGPT to turn any old photo into a facsimile of Mr. Miyazaki’s work in…
Feb 22, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Leon Draisaitl (29) looks on against the Philadelphia Flyers in the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images The Edmonton Oilers carry the momentum of two consecutive wins into a road matchup with the Buffalo Sabres on Monday. While the Oilers are…
Dec 20, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; UC San Diego Tritons head coach Eric Olen gestures during the first half against the San Diego State Aztecs at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images Nothing derails your NCAA Tournament bracket faster than having one of your Final Four teams knocked out in the first round….
By Bloomberg Published March 18, 2025 Dolce & Gabbana Srl, the Italian fashion house known for bold, Mediterranean-inspired designs, says its beauty business now holds the key to an independent future in the rapidly shifting luxury industry. See catwalkDolce & Gabbana – Fall-Winter2025 – 2026 – Womenswear – Italie – Milan – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Revenue from…
Feb 25, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Free agency brings optimism and a chance for spring renewal for almost every NFL team, thanks to additional cap space and the opportunity to strike gold in…