1h ago • cryptodaily
Royce 5’9” Releases Music Video Built in Web3 World
Detroit, USA, 29th March, 2023, ChainwireForging a new path for musicians to use Web3 technologies, the video offers a glimpse into Royce’s new virtual world, the Heaven Experience. "Signs" is the first song released from Royce's New EP "The Heaven Experience: Lost Sessions," available Friday, March 31.In advance of his March 31 release of The Heaven Experience: Lost Sessions, platinum-selling, GRAMMY®-nominated rapper Royce 5'9" has dropped the video for “SIGNS,” the first offering from his new EP. Created with Web3 platform Passage, the video gives fans a sneak peek into the Heaven Experience, Royce’s new virtual world for fans and community.Watch the “Signs” video here.Forging a path for musicians and creators to use Web3 technologies, the video for the high-energy freestyle is built inside an immersive virtual world. In partnership with Passage, the Heaven Experience will offer exclusive opportunities to connect with Royce 5’9” throughout 2023.Of the initiative, Royce 5'9" says, "I have been searching for a better way to connect with my community for a while, but existing platforms haven't lived up to my expectations. Passage delivers on all fronts.”Heaven Experience pass holders will benefit from connecting directly to Royce and his team, real-time engagement with the community and artists, and access to exclusive songs, performances, interviews, events, apparel, and more. Passes for the Heaven Experience will be available on April 4.With the Heaven Experience, Royce 5’9” has doubled down on his commitment to Web3 and community, offering a unique, immersive space to authentically engage with fans. The initiative follows a successful 60-second sell-out of his first NFT offering, which gave fans a percentage of streaming royalties from the critically acclaimed single, “Caterpillar,” ft. Eminem and King Green.By allowing creators to connect directly with their audience in immersive, custom 3D virtual settings, Passage is empowering artists and brands to forge deeper relationships with their supporters and engage in ways that aren’t possible with existing social platforms.Fans interested in joining the Heaven Experience can join the waitlist at heavenexperience.com.Dropping March 31, The Heaven Experience: Lost Sessions EP can be found across all streaming platforms and on sale on iTunes through Heaven Studios Inc. in partnership with The Orchard.Royce 5’9” and Lex Avellino, Passage founder & CMO, are available for interview upon request.About Royce da 5’9”GRAMMY® award-nominated Royce 5'9" has balanced substance and style with the best in music. In addition to selling millions of records with a remarkable solo career, Royce co-founded Bad Meets Evil (with Eminem), Slaughterhouse (with Joe Budden, Joell Ortiz, and Kxng Crooked), and PRhyme (with DJ Premier). Known for confident wordplay, revealing accounts of life in Detroit, and holding Rap peers accountable, Royce is among Hip-Hop's most trusted brands. With a cult following earned by professional accolades in his career, Ryan Montgomery's pedigree is never a question. Instead, through recent releases, including the #1 album Layers (2016), Top 10 and critically acclaimed album The Book Of Ryan (2018), and the thought-provoking GRAMMY® award-nominated Allegory (2019), Royce has been a leader of culture. Once the self-proclaimed "best-kept secret" of Rap, having written award-nominated songs for many artists, this platinum-selling, list-topping MC consistently earns accolades. Partnering with Jay-Z and Roc Nation with the NFL for its "Inspire Change" initiative, Royce 5'9" has gone on to be one of hip hop's leading activists, recently launching his Ryan Montgomery Foundation and its mission to empower underprivileged communities through advocacy, education, and personal enrichment, and joining long-time friend Eminem as the Director of Community Engagement and Social Justice Initiatives for The Marshall Mathers Foundation. For more information, visit royce59.com.About PassagePassage, is a world builder and social layer for connecting physical and digital experiences. Built on Cosmos, Passage is blockchain agnostic and offers a suite of tools to make the Metaverse more accessible: in-browser streaming, cross-world commerce for fungible tokens and NFTs, and 3D communication infrastructure. The Passage ecosystem is fueled by PASG, the native utility token used in Passage worlds. For more information, visit passage.io.ContactsChief of StaffBryana [email protected] & FounderTresa [email protected]
1h ago • cryptodaily
Beat The Bear Market With Solana (SOL), Ethereum (ETH) And Collateral Network (COLT)
The decentralized finance (DeFi) market is one of the fastest growing markets in the world. In less than two decades a whole new industry has been created with new opportunities for investors every day.
Three great investment opportunities are Solana (SOL), Ethereum (ETH), and Collateral Network (COLT). Each project brings innovative new ideas to the market and could significantly influence the future of DeFi, with Collateral Network (COLT) set to completely revolutionize the lending industry alongside 35x gains.
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Collateral Network (COLT) Applies DeFi To Crowdfunding
Collateral Network (COLT) is a new decentralized crowdlending platform in the market that's caught the attention of investors world wide. Using Collateral Networks (COLT) cross-chain network, borrowers will be able to unlock cash from physical off-chain assets using NFTs. Here’s how it works.
If a borrower on Collateral Network (COLT) holds an expensive physical asset and wants a short term loan, they can create an NFT backed 1:1 by that asset. This NFT is then fractionalized, meaning that lenders can collectively fund the loan by offering fractions of the required capital.
This increases the number of investors who can become lenders. Once loaned, lenders will generate a passive income from their loan based on a fixed interest rate, enabling users on the COLT platform to become their own banks.
This process is significantly faster than traditional crowdlending processes, and allows borrowers to hold onto their physical assets. To give early investors peace of mind, Collateral Network (COLT)’s smart contract has been successfully audited, and its liquidity pool will be locked for 33 years to prevent a rug pull.
COLT, the native token of Collateral Network, can be purchased for $0.01 during phase one of the project's presale, with COLT holders earning access to a VIP members club, as well as staking, governance rights, and more.
Analysts forecast that due to its immense potential and real-world use cases, COLT is highly likely to surge by up to 3500% over the coming months! With this projection in mind, Collateral Network (COLT) is easily one of the most promising presales on the market today.
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1h ago • cryptodaily
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Bulls Eyeing 30127 - 30 March 2023
BTC/USD Bulls Eyeing 30127: Sally Ho’s Technical Analysis – 30 March 2023
Bitcoin (BTC/USD) extended its recent glide higher early in the Asian session as the pair once again tested the 28605.40 level, an important technical level associated with selling pressure that commenced at the all-time high of 69000. Stops were elected above the 27955, 28293, and 28344 levels during the appreciation, retracement levels linked to the depreciating range from 28939.68 to 26525. Technical trading activity recently emerged when BTC/USD was supported around the 26678.16 level during the depreciation, a test of the 23.6% retracement of the recent appreciating range from 19568.52 to 28937.73. As BTC/USD approaches a recent high around the 28937.73 level, bulls are increasingly eyeing the 30127.80 area, an upside price objective linked with buying pressure around the 15460 and 19568.52 levels.
Following the recent appreciation, upside price objectives include the 29244.66, 29639.37, 30127.80, 30275.12, 30763.09, and 31477.37 levels. Following the ongoing appreciation, retracement levels and areas of potential technical support include the 25948, 25756, 25358, 24253, 24099, 23789, 23147, 22605, and 22198 levels. Below current price activity, downside price objectives include the 19266, 19132, 19106, 19006, 18981, 18919, 18822, 18116, 17720, 17523, 17457, 17230, and 17196 areas. Traders areobservingthat the50-bar MA (4-hourly)isbullishly indicating above the 100-bar MA (4-hourly)andabove the200-bar MA (4-hourly). Also, the 50-bar MA (hourly) is bearishly indicating below the 100-bar MA (hourly) and below the 200-bar MA (hourly).
Price activity is nearest the50-bar MA(4-hourly) at 27768.01 and the200-bar MA(Hourly) at 27766.21
Technical Supportis expected around25256.83/ 24224.60/ 21753.70 withStopsexpected below.
Technical Resistanceis expected around29244.66/ 29639.37/ 30127.80 withStopsexpected above.
On4-Hourlychart,SlowKis Bullishly above SlowDwhileMACDis Bullishly above MACDAverage.
On60-minutechart,SlowKis Bullishly above SlowDwhileMACDisBullishly above MACDAverage.
Disclaimer: Sally Ho’s Technical Analysis is provided by a third party, and for informational purposes only. It does not reflect the views of Crypto Daily, nor is it intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.
2h ago • cryptodaily
Gensler Summoned to Defend SEC’s Actions Taken Against Crypto
Gary Gensler, Chairman of the SEC, has been summoned by U.S. lawmakers to clarify the agency’s rulemaking and approach to the digital asset industry.
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken severe action against the crypto industry of late with practically no oversight from Congress as to what action it takes. However, it appears as if this will soon change. On Tuesday, Patrick McHenry, the United States House Financial Services Committee Chairman, announced during an interview that Gensler would appear before the House’s digital asset subcommittee on April 18.
#NEW: Chairman @PatrickMcHenry confirms @SECGov Chair Gary Gensler will testify before the House Financial Services Committee on April 18th.Republicans will hold @GaryGensler accountable for his flagrant disregard for the law, jurisdiction, and the APA.
4h ago • cryptodaily
Binance BUSD Suffers $500M Outflow, Crypto Daily TV 29/3/2023
In Todays Headline TV CryptoDaily News:
EU Lawmakers vote in favor of payment limits on anonymous crypto wallets.
Lawmakers on two key committees in the European Parliament have voted in favor of imposing limits on payments by unverified crypto users, as part of a large scale overhaul of money laundering laws. The plans, considered alongside measures to forbid businesses from accepting large cash payments and create a new European Union Anti-Money Laundering Agency.
CFTC could force Binance to cease U.S. operations.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission could require Binance to cease operations in the U.S. as part of a potential settlement. The regulator sued the crypto exchange and its founder Changpeng Zhao for allowing U.S. citizens to trade derivatives and for willful evasion of the country’s laws.
Binance's BUSD stablecoin suffers $500M outflow.
Binance USD, a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, endured over $500 million in outflows in the roughly 24 hours since a U.S. lawsuit was filed against Binance and CEO Changpeng Zhao, data shows.
BTC/USD gained 0.5% in the last session.
The Bitcoin gained 0.5% against the Dollar in the last session. The Ultimate Oscillator is giving a positive signal. Support is at 25747.6667 and resistance at 28717.6667.
The Ultimate Oscillator is currently in the positive zone.
ETH/USD skyrocketed 3.4% in the last session.
The Ethereum-Dollar pair skyrocketed 3.4% in the last session. The MACD is giving a negative signal, going against our overall technical analysis. Support is at 1640.0567 and resistance at 1817.3367.
The MACD is currently in the negative zone.
XRP/USD exploded 9.9% in the last session.
The Ripple-Dollar pair rose 9.9% in the last session after gaining as much as 10.8% during the session. The MACD is giving a positive signal, which matches our overall technical analysis. Support is at 0.4237 and resistance at 0.5164.
The MACD is currently in the positive zone.
LTC dropped 0.8% against USD in the last session.
The Litecoin fell 0.8% against the Dollar in the last trading session. The ROC is giving a negative signal. Support is at 84.3267 and resistance at 96.1667.
The ROC is giving a negative signal.
Daily Economic Calendar:
US MBA Mortgage Applications
The MBA Mortgage Applications released by the Mortgage Bankers Association presents various mortgage applications. It is considered as a leading indicator of the U.S Housing Market. The US MBA Mortgage Applications will be released at 11:00 GMT, the US EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change at 14:30 GMT, Germany's Gfk Consumer Confidence Survey at 06:00 GMT.
US EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change
The EIA Crude Oil stockpiles report is a weekly measure of the change in the number of barrels in stock of crude oil and its derivates, released by the Energy Information Administration.
DE Gfk Consumer Confidence Survey
The GfK Consumer Confidence is a leading index that measures the level of consumer confidence in economic activity, making it an indicator of consumer spending.
FR Consumer Confidence
The Consumer Confidence is a leading index that measures the level of consumer confidence in economic activity. The French Consumer Confidence will be released at 06:45 GMT, Japan's Foreign Bond Investment at 23:50 GMT, Japan's Foreign Investment in Japan Stocks at 23:50 GMT.
JP Foreign Bond Investment
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JP Foreign Investment in Japanese Stocks
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5h ago • cryptodaily
OKX to Open Office in Australia
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, 29th March, 2023, ChainwireBrand Ambassadors Daniel Ricciardo, Scotty James, and McLaren F1 driver Oscar Piastri join event at Melbourne Arts Centre to celebrate ahead of Australian Grand PrixOKX, the second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume and a leading Web3 technology company, today announced that it will open an office in Australia in the coming months.The announcement was made at an exclusive event for Australia's crypto community at the Melbourne Arts Centre, and was attended by OKX Ambassadors Scotty James and Daniel Ricciardo.OKX Ambassadors Daniel Ricciardo (left) Scotty James (right)On 30 March, the Australian Grand Prix commences and will feature the OKX-sponsored McLaren F1 Team car driven by Australian Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.Haider Rafique, Chief Marketing Officer at OKX, said: "Our ambition is straightforward - to become the leading crypto platform in the world. We see Australia as an indispensable part of this strategy and a key growth market. With such a strong uptake of crypto in Australia already, we're committed to the local market and aim to build a strong local office."Daniel Ricciardo, Australian F1 driver and OKX Ambassador, said: "I'm very excited to see OKX plan an office in my home country. I had a great time celebrating with the OKX team and the crypto community today. The future looks bright for OKX in Australia."Scotty James, Australian Olympic snowboarder and OKX Ambassador, said: "Crypto never sleeps, and OKX continues to build its community. Australia is a special place for crypto, and it is exciting to see OKX announce it will be opening an office in Australia."OKX's commitment to trust and transparency is showcased by its publishing of Proof of Reserves (PoR) on a monthly basis. OKX holds the largest 100% clean reserves among major exchanges at USD$8.9 billion, according to third party data. Reserves and liabilities can be self-verified with trustless tools on the OKX website.OKX CMO Haider Rafique (left) and McLaren F1 Driver Oscar Piastri (right)OKX Ambassadors Scotty James (left), and Daniel Ricciardo (right) pose with OKX CMO Haider Rafique (center)About OKXOKX is a world-leading technology company building the future of Web3. Known as one of the fastest and most reliable crypto trading platforms for investors and professional traders everywhere, OKX’s crypto exchange is the second largest globally by trading volume and is trusted by more than 50 million users.OKX’s leading self-custody solutions include the Web3-compatible OKX Wallet, which allows users greater control of their assets while expanding access to DEXs, NFT marketplaces, DeFi, GameFi and thousands of dApps.OKX partners with a number of the world’s top brands and athletes, including: English Premier League champions Manchester City F.C., McLaren Formula 1, The Tribeca Festival, golfer Ian Poulter, Olympian Scotty James, and F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo.OKX is committed to transparency and security and publishes its Proof of Reserves on a monthly basis.To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: okx.comDisclaimerThis announcement is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide any investment, tax, or legal advice, nor should it be considered an offer to purchase, sell, or hold digital assets. Digital assets, including stablecoins, involve a high degree of risk, can fluctuate greatly, and can even become worthless. You should carefully consider whether trading or holding digital assets is suitable for you in light of your financial condition. Please consult your legal/tax/investment professional for questions about your specific [email protected]
7h ago • cryptodaily
Despite Recent Setbacks, Crypto Idealism Is Still Alive And Well
The cryptocurrency industry has undoubtedly had a rocky few years. From high-profile scams to market crashes and regulatory hurdles, the industry has faced numerous setbacks that have shaken the confidence of even the most ardent crypto idealists.
The "idealist" crypto projects and platforms can help unlock practical value. Adhering to core principles, such as decentralization, user control, and being verifiable, is essential to make a lasting industry impact.
Those approaches introduce many new hurdles and challenges, but the following platforms continue innovating and pushing the industry forward - keeping crypto idealism alive.
Theta Network (Decentralized Video Streaming)
The decentralized video delivery network aims to disrupt the traditional video streaming industry. It uses blockchain technology to create a peer-to-peer network of users sharing video content, reducing the need for centralized servers and cutting costs.
Theta Network also rewards users who contribute their computing resources to the network with Theta tokens, which can be used to access premium content and services on the platform.
Theta Network has partnered with some of the biggest names in the video streaming industry, including Samsung, Google, and MGM Studios. As a result, it has a growing user base of millions of users worldwide. In addition, the platform's unique approach to video delivery has earned it praise from industry experts, and it has the potential to disrupt the traditional video streaming industry in a significant way.
Nimiq (Crypto For Everyone)
Nimiq is a decentralized cryptocurrency project that aims to make cryptocurrency accessible to everyone through a user-friendly and easy-to-use platform. A crucial boon of Nimiq is its focus on usability and accessibility, which makes it ideal for new users looking to enter the cryptocurrency world. That approach has given birth to various tools and infrastructure solutions to enable mass cryptocurrency adoption.
A core benefit of Nimiq is its fast transaction times. Nimiq uses a unique consensus algorithm called Albatross, which allows for near-instant transactions. That is a significant advantage compared to other cryptocurrencies, which may take several minutes or even hours to confirm transactions.
In essence, Nimiq is a decentralized payment solution with a native blockchain. Its team aims to usher in a global monetary system without intermediaries. In addition, its solution is non-discriminatory, secure, cheap, eco-friendly, and collaborative. It also removes concerns over market volatility, technical expertise requirements, and clunky interfaces.
Cardano (Blockchain Infrastructure)
Another platform that crypto idealists should keep their eye on is Cardano. Founded by Charles Hoskinson, one of the original co-founders of Ethereum, Cardano aims to create a more sustainable and scalable blockchain platform than its predecessors.
Unlike other blockchain platforms that use proof-of-work algorithms to verify transactions, Cardano uses a more energy-efficient and scalable proof-of-stake consensus mechanism.
Cardano also aims to provide greater security and transparency than other blockchain platforms by separating its transaction validation and computation processes into two separate layers. This approach allows for greater flexibility and efficiency and makes it easier to update the platform over time.
Cardano's commitment to sustainability, scalability, and security has earned it a loyal following among crypto enthusiasts, and it has already established partnerships with several major companies and organizations.
Lens Protocol (Decentralized Social Media)
Lens Protocol is a decentralized platform built on the Polygon blockchain that allows users to create, trade, and manage synthetic assets. These synthetic assets are created by mirroring the value of other assets, such as commodities, stocks, and fiat currencies. It allows users to gain exposure to the underlying asset without owning it.
The Lens Protocol platform is powered by smart contracts that ensure the accuracy and transparency of each transaction. Users can create synthetic assets or invest in existing ones called lenses. Each lens is backed by collateral, which is held in a smart contract, and the underlying asset's value determines its value. When a user invests in a lens, they receive a corresponding amount of synthetic tokens, which can be traded or redeemed for the underlying asset at any time.
The Lens Protocol platform also includes a governance system that allows users to vote on proposals related to the platform's development and management. That gives users a say in how the platform operates and ensures it remains community-driven and decentralized. Overall, Lens Protocol provides a flexible and efficient way for users to gain exposure to a wide range of assets while leveraging the security and speed of the Polygon blockchain.
To conclude, there is still a lot of activity in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space. While the overarching market momentum may remain volatile, builders put their best foot forward to unlock a brighter future. The projects outlined above showcase the building blocks users can experiment with today and in the future.
Moreover, the varied approach by developers to explore different concepts - video streaming, social media, and making crypto more accessible - confirms the evolution of overall infrastructure. There is much more potential to unlock in the industry, as a decentralized web is inevitable at this point.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
8h ago • cryptodaily
Metacade raises over $14.7M as presale set to close in 72 hours
London, UK, 29th March, 2023, ChainwireMetacade, one of the most exciting GameFi ventures of 2023, has now raised over $14.7m as the presale goes into its final hours. With over 90% sold, the project expects to sell out ahead of their scheduled closing time, set for Friday 31st March at 23:59 Pacific Time.Metacade's CEO, Russell Bennett, commented: “We are rocketing towards the finish line and think we may even get there ahead of time, the support from the community has been fantastic and we’re delighted with our success so far. Although the work has only just begun for us, and now is time to prove what we can really do by overdelivering on our roadmap and other fronts!”Metacade tokens can be purchased until they sell out or until March 31st, whichever is sooner. Users can participate in the final stage presale here.The announcement of their impressive fundraising milestone follows a string of positive developments presented in a live 3 part ‘Metaseries’ by Metacade CEO Russell Bennet. This included a product walkthrough, highlighting the progress they have made so far, as well as a detailed overview of their staking plan and listing plans. The Metaseries can be viewed on their YouTube Streams channel here.Following on from the presale closing, Metacade will list their MCADE token on Uniwsap on the 6th April, and then BitMart on the week ending 16th April, with several more exchange partnerships following shortly after.As one of the first community-driven arcades in the blockchain arena, Metacade will offer a plethora of play-to-earn (P2E) games that will incentivize players with the native MCADE token based on their achievements. This a highly appealing option for those looking to explore the exciting world of community-driven arcades.Metacade's earning mechanism has been tailor-made to appeal to a wide range of blockchain enthusiasts, with the platform striving to become the go-to hub for Web3 users.The Metacade whitepaper highlights a number of noteworthy features, but one that particularly stands out is its innovative Metagrants program. Operating via a voting system, the program allows members of the Metacade community to propose and vote on projects that they deem worthy of funding. Once a project has been approved for funding, the developer receives a grant from the Metacade treasury, which they can use to develop their game.One of the key advantages of the Metagrants program is that it fosters the growth of the blockchain gaming industry by providing financial support to promising new projects for up-and-coming blockchain game developers.The Metagrants program operates in an innovative way that allows developers to submit funding applications to support the design and creation of the next generation of GameFi titles. Once submitted, these are then assessed by the Metacade community, where MCADE holders can cast their votes in support of their favorite proposals. The most popular ideas are awarded with crypto investments to support the game production process, with the first Metagrant game set to debut on the platform in Q1 of 2024.Metacade tokens can be purchased until they sell out or until March 31st, whichever is sooner. Users can participate in the final stage presale here.About MetacadeMetacade aims to become the go-to hub for gaming within the metaverse. As the first community arcade in the Web3 space, it provides a platform for gamers to socialize, share their gaming expertise, and play exclusive P2E games. By offering various income-generating opportunities and career-building pathways within the Web3 ecosystem, Metacade looks set to become an important hub for the gaming community to connect and engage with like-minded enthusiasts.Putting Metacade on par with other projects like The Sandbox, Polygon, and Axie Infinity, the highly anticipated P2E platform has earned approval from CertiK, a top-tier blockchain auditor, which gives investors peace of mind that the project's code and specifications have been reviewed and that the Metacade team has passed the KYC process, instilling confidence in the project's legitimacy.The overwhelming enthusiasm surrounding Metacade's presale is indicative of its potential to become the go-to GameFi hub for P2E gamers alongside a wide range of other use cases.Website| Whitepaper | Metacade SocialsContactCEORussell [email protected]
8h ago • cryptodaily
Validators Relieved As Ethereum Developers Confirm Shapella Fork
Developers on Ethereum have announced that the Shapella upgrade will take place on the 12th of April, 2023. The upgrade will take effect at epoch 194,048, coming as a relief for validators on the platform.
Withdrawals Incoming
The Shappella hard fork will come as a huge relief to Proof-of-Stake validators, who will finally be able to withdraw their ETH from the platform. The fork, scheduled for the 23rd of April, will enable withdrawals through the Ethereum Improvement Proposal (EIP) 4895. Once implemented, this will push staked Ether from the Beacon Chain to the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), also known as the execution layer. Ethereum core developer Tim Beiko announced the news on Twitter, stating,
“It’s happening Shapella is scheduled on mainnet for epoch 194048, scheduled for 22:27:35 UTC on the 12th of April, 2023. Client releases compatible with the upgrade are listed in the announcement below.”
The time, slot, and epoch for the upgrade were confirmed after lengthy deliberations and discussions between members of the Ethereum Foundation, led by Beiko. The hard fork will finally enable the partial and complete withdrawal of ETH. However, several mechanisms have been put in place to ensure that a flood of unlocked ETH does not end up disturbing the market dynamics. Currently, there are around 17.81 million ETH staked on the beacon chain. At current prices, around $31.6 billion worth of ETH can be unlocked over time.
Successful Deployment On Goerli And Sepolia Testnets
The announcement comes after Ethereum developers successfully deployed the Shapella fork on the Goerli and Sepolia testnets. While the Ethereum Foundation had stated that the last test run on the Goerli testnet was smooth, there was a delay in activation time thanks to some validators not updating their client software on time. However, Beiko stated that this would not be an issue this time around. The upgrade combines changes to the Shanghai Ethereum Virtual Machine, also known as Shanghai, and the consensus layer, Capella. It has also changed to the engine API linking the two layers bundled in it.
Apart from enabling withdrawals, the Shapella upgrade also implements several other Ethereum Improvement Proposals, such as EIP-3855, EIP-3651, EIP-3860, EIP-4895m, and EIP-6049. EIPs are standards that add or designate new features and processes for Ethereum. Before the Shapella upgrade, validators had to lock 32 ETH in a smart contract on the Beacon Chain to be able to earn rewards.
Previous Hard Forks
Ethereum has gone through a long list of hard forks, with the latest Shapella touted as one of the most significant to date since the Merge. The Merge saw Ethereum finally make the transition from the energy-hungry Proof-of-Work consensus mechanism to Proof-of-Stake. Before the Merge, we saw the London hard fork that saw the introduction of EIP-1559. EIP-1559 introduced a base fee for users instead of the price auction method. Validators still receive a block reward and tip. However, the base fee is burned and is intended to make ETH deflationary over time.
Before EIP-1559, there was Berlin, which helped optimize gas costs for specific EVM actions, while the Beacon Chain Genesis saw the first block produced on the Proof-of-Stake chain on the 1st of December 2020. Lastly, Istanbul, implemented in 2019, helped improve resilience against denial-of-service attacks, along with making SNARKs and STARKs-based layer-2 solutions more performant. Additionally, the Ethereum Foundation also announced that it would be doubling rewards for any bugs found in the Shapella source code.
However, while the Shapella hard fork marks a significant milestone in Ethereum’s journey, the protocol still suffers from low transaction throughput. Data from Blockchair has shown that Ethereum’s transaction speed currently stands at 10 transactions per second.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
1 day ago • cryptodaily
Bitcoin Price Analysis: Bears Eyeing 26139 - 29 March 2023
BTC/USD Bears Eyeing 26139: Sally Ho’s Technical Analysis – 29 March 2023
Bitcoin (BTC/USD) awaited fresh technical guidance early in the Asian session as the pair traded around the 27000 figure after trading as low as the 26640 area before once again testing the 27182 area, a downside price objective associated with selling pressure around the 28555 level. If recent selling pressure continues and the recent low of 26525 is absorbed, BTC/USD may test additional downside price objectives including the 26139, 25478, 24661, and 23340 levels. During the ongoing pullback, Stops were elected below the 27252.39 area, a downside price objective related to selling pressure around the 28839.68 and 28500 levels. Technical trading activity was also evident when BTC/USD was recently supported around the 26678.16 level during the depreciation, a test of the 23.6% retracement of the recent appreciating range from 19568.52 to 28937.73.
Following the recent appreciation, upside price objectives include the 29244.66, 29639.37, 30127.80, 30275.12, 30763.09, and 31477.37 levels. Following the ongoing appreciation, retracement levels and areas of potential technical support include the 25948, 25756, 25358, 24253, 24099, 23789, 23147, 22605, and 22198 levels. Below current price activity, downside price objectives include the 19266, 19132, 19106, 19006, 18981, 18919, 18822, 18116, 17720, 17523, 17457, 17230, and 17196 areas. Traders areobservingthat the50-bar MA (4-hourly)isbullishly indicating above the 100-bar MA (4-hourly)andabove the200-bar MA (4-hourly). Also, the 50-bar MA (hourly) is bearishly indicating below the 100-bar MA (hourly) and below the 200-bar MA (hourly).
Price activity is nearest the100-bar MA(4-hourly) at 26015.26 and the50-bar MA(Hourly) at 27466.73.
Technical Supportis expected around25256.83/ 24224.60/ 21753.70 withStopsexpected below.
Technical Resistanceis expected around29244.66/ 29639.37/ 30127.80 withStopsexpected above.
On4-Hourlychart,SlowKis Bearishly below SlowDwhileMACDis Bearishly below MACDAverage.
On60-minutechart,SlowKis Bullishly above SlowDwhileMACDisBullishly above MACDAverage.
Disclaimer: Sally Ho’s Technical Analysis is provided by a third party, and for informational purposes only. It does not reflect the views of Crypto Daily, nor is it intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice.