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Crypto industry may escape lasting damage from Silvergate liquidation [Crypto industry may escape lasting damage from Silvergate liquidation](https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-industry-may-escape-lasting-damage-from-silvergate-liquidation) Some U.S. crypto firms may need to find new banks, while traditional banks may be more hesitant to accept crypto-related deposits.
This blockchain company brings modern AgTech to smallholder farmers in developing countries [This blockchain company brings modern AgTech to smallholder farmers in developing countries](https://cointelegraph.com/news/this-blockchain-company-brings-modern-agtech-to-smallholder-farmers-in-developing-countries) The gap between technology and affordability prohibits farmers from maximizing land usage, a key contributor to world hunger
Silicon Valley Bank failure could trigger run on U.S. regional banks [Silicon Valley Bank failure could trigger run on U.S. regional banks](https://cointelegraph.com/news/silicon-valley-bank-failure-could-trigger-run-on-u-s-regional-banks) Fed and FDIC decisions concerning the future of Silicon Valley Bank may affect regional banks across the United States.
Maker DAO files emergency proposal addressing 3.1B USDC exposure [Maker DAO files emergency proposal addressing 3.1B USDC exposure](https://cointelegraph.com/news/maker-dao-files-emergency-proposal-addressing-3-1b-usdc-exposure) Maker has over 3.1 billion worth of USDC collateralizing its DAI stablecoin.
This week on Lens! We released Splits for Collects. This feature can be used by creators on @buttrfly , @lenster & @lenstube https://lenster.xyz/posts/0x01-0x0188 🎶 @oohlala adds a Direct Mint feature for Lens Music. https://lenster.xyz/posts/0x0102fa-0x9f 🥟 You can now use keyboard shortcuts to navigate @dumpling https://lenster.xyz/posts/0x018d04-0x30 📬 @mailchain enables the use of your .lens domain to send web3 native comms. https://twitter.com/Mailchain_xyz/status/1631051734713004032?s=20 We loved meeting all the builders at Eth Denver https://twitter.com/LensProtocol/status/1631739294036660225?s=20 Apoorv Lathey launched an extension to help move your Tweets to Lens https://twitter.com/apoorvlathey/status/1623782881154985984?s=20 Talent Layer is allowing Lens users to go claim a handle on their protocol https://twitter.com/kirstenrpomales/status/1631058530831572993?s=20 @orbapp created an ETH Denver community area in Orb, which now boasts a whopping 15k members! https://lenster.xyz/posts/0xbbb9-0x01e9. If you are building on Lens to help communities at future events we would love to see your work! The Eth Denver Hackathon Winners were announced, watch this space for these innovative projects built on Lens https://lenster.xyz/posts/0x01-0x0186 @defidad got the scoop on scaling with ZK rollups from @Stani.lens https://lenster.xyz/posts/0x2e09-0xc2 @nader shared the origins and the ecosystem of Lens at Eth Denver and gave a live demo of a Lens app built in five mins https://youtu.be/GkogXPCIn5E?t=58 telliesite created some cool tutorials on how to integrate Lens Share and Follow buttons. https://tell.ie/learn/lens Ready to build your own video app? Check out Suhail Kakar's tutorial on building with Lens! https://twitter.com/SuhailKakar/status/1630956913096572930?s=20 Lens & Frens SF meetup https://twitter.com/Thehouseofweb3/status/1633666296851369990?s=20 If you attended Eth Denver and hold the general access pass #1,854, you are now eligible to claim a Lens profile https://lenster.xyz/posts/0x01-0x018b For all our NFT Paris frens that scanned the Lens POAP at our gallery, you can now claim your Lens profile. https://twitter.com/LensProtocol/status/1630573876165083136?s=20 Discover more of what's being built in the Lensverse https://lens.xyz/apps @nader and @fabri are here to help!
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Mt. Gox creditors have until March 10 to register and choose repayment method. Individuals who suffered losses at Mt. Gox only have a few days left to select a repayment method and register their information in an online rehabilitation claim filing system.
Huobi NFT services will be officially discontinued on May 13, 2023 due to its strategic and product adjustments to the Huobi Cloud Wallet. [Huobi | Buy Bitcoin/Ethereum| Secure cryptocurrency trading platform](https://www.huobi.com/support/en-us/detail/74932666226201/) Huobi serves its 10 million+ users worldwide with secure and stable trading services. Here at Huobi, you can buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, SHIB, and over 500 quality cryptocurrencies anywhere, anytime.
🆘 Bad news from last 2 days 🟢Silvergate bankruptcy 🟢Silicon Vally Bank troubles 🟢US 30% tax on mining electricity 🟢Huobi token flash crash 🟢USAG Sues KuCoin 🟢USA Capital gain tax 20% to 40% #Colleted
DEX aggregators: The ultimate solution to reduce price slippage in DeFi Price slippage occurs in both centralized and decentralized exchanges, but what are the causes and risks associated with it? [DEX aggregators: The ultimate solution to reduce price slippage in DeFi](https://cointelegraph.com/news/dex-aggregators-the-ultimate-solution-to-reduce-price-slippage-in-defi) Price slippage occurs in both centralized and decentralized exchanges, but what are the causes and risks associated with it?
Blockchain needs IPv6’ in the interconnected world ['Blockchain needs IPv6' in the interconnected world](https://coingeek.com/blockchain-needs-ipv6-in-the-interconnected-world/) Presenters at the IEEE event in Morocco this week shed light on the power of IPv6 and how, when fused with BSV, it could lead to the evolution of a more secure internet than today's model.
Biggest Movers: DOGE Down 10%, Falling to Lowest Point Since October [Biggest Movers: DOGE Down 10%, Falling to Lowest Point Since October – Market Updates Bitcoin News](https://news.bitcoin.com/biggest-movers-doge-down-10-falling-to-lowest-point-since-october/) Dogecoin fell to its lowest level since October, as cryptocurrency prices plunged during Friday’s session.
Brazil Launches CBDC Pilot Program With Public Usage Set For 2024 Brazil's CBDC initiative aims to enable more finanThe Central Bank of Brazil has started testing the central bank digital currency (CBDC) project, which it hopes will encourage greater participation of people in the financial industry. The coordinator of the central bank digital currency (CBDC) project at the Brazilian central bank, Fabio Araujo, reportedly told Reuters that widespread adoption of the digital real is anticipated to occur in 2024 following the conclusion of the trial.cial inclusion, with widespread use scheduled to commence in 2024.
Create together, earn together 🌿 Creators can now split revenue earned from Collects. Share earnings with as many as 5 creators. With custom percentage splits. Collects is among the most popular features on Lens. We recently added the option to set limited quantities and/or time limits to collectible posts. We’re excited to offer new ways for collectors to support creators, and for creators to monetize with Collects. Learn how to implement the Multi recipient Fee Collect Module in our dev docs: https://docs.lens.xyz/docs/create-post-typed-data#multirecipientfeecollectmodule Start using Splits today on @buttrfly.lens , @lenster.lens & @lenstube.lens - with more soon to come!
Blockchain.com was suspending operations of its asset management arm. [Blockchain.com to Sunset London-Based Crypto Asset Management Arm](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-03-09/blockchain-com-to-wind-down-uk-based-crypto-asset-management-arm-bcam) Blockchain.com said it was suspending operations of its asset management arm 11 months after it first launched, marking another casualty of crypto’s prolonged bear market.
FTX's lawyers and advisers cost $38 million for a month of work - and the bankrupt crypto exchange's new CEO charged $305,000 for February [FTX's lawyers and advisers cost $38 million for a month of work - and the bankrupt crypto exchange's new CEO charged $305,000 for February](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/currencies/ftx-lawyers-ceo-john-ray-billing-costs-sam-bankman-fried-2023-3) The company founded by Sam Bankman-Fried is paying hundreds of lawyers, consultants, accountants and other professionals.
Curtain raised! Thrilled to announce that .arb Domain Public Registration is now live! Secure your #Arbitrum Web3 identity on @SpaceIDProtocol 2.0 now: beta.space.id You can also register on arb.id Check out our quick guide: docs.space.id/getting-starte…
FTX's lawyers and advisers cost $38 million for a month of work - and the bankrupt crypto exchange's new CEO charged $305,000 for February The company founded by Sam Bankman-Fried is paying hundreds of lawyers, consultants, accountants and other professionals.
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Judge mulls removing Shaq and Naomi Osaka from FTX lawsuits [Judge mulls removing Shaq and Naomi Osaka from FTX lawsuits](https://cointelegraph.com/news/judge-mulls-removing-shaq-and-naomi-osaka-from-ftx-lawsuits) U.S. Judge K. Michael Moore said that it's unclear whether the two sports stars have been served.
Expert Warns of Possible Deflationary Depression as Money Supply Contracts: 'Pay Attention to QT and the Money Supply' [Expert Warns of Possible Deflationary Depression as Money Supply Contracts: 'Pay Attention to QT and the Money Supply' – Economics Bitcoin News](https://news.bitcoin.com/expert-warns-of-possible-deflationary-depression-as-money-supply-contracts-pay-attention-to-qt-and-the-money-supply/) Gerli warns that every time the trend occurs, a depression takes place with double-digit unemployment rates.
‘I anti-endorse these projects’ — Buterin’s shitcoin war sees him sent another 250K Earlier this week, the Ethereum co-founder sold $700,000 worth of “shitcoins.” [‘I anti-endorse these projects’ — Buterin’s shitcoin war sees him sent another 250K](https://cointelegraph.com/news/i-anti-endorse-these-projects-buterin-s-shitcoin-war-sees-him-sent-another-250k) Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has continued his war on shitcoins in a Reddit post where he described them as having “no redeeming cultural or moral value.”
Hexicans panic as Richard Heart’s social media ditches HEX [Hexicans panic as Richard Heart’s social media ditches HEX](https://coingeek.com/hexicans-panic-as-richard-heart-social-media-ditches-hex/) Heart’s social media cleanup strongly suggests that he just recently realized that simply repeating that ‘HEX isn’t a security’ isn’t the foolproof immunization strategy he thought it was.
How blockchain empowers women in developing economies [How blockchain empowers women in developing economies](https://cointelegraph.com/explained/how-blockchain-empowers-women-in-developing-economies) Blockchain technology is empowering women in developing countries with financial freedom and improved access to social inclusivity and growth.
The metaverse is getting a greenhouse and a garden full of NFT flowers [The metaverse is getting a greenhouse and a garden full of NFT flowers](https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-metaverse-is-getting-a-greenhouse-and-a-garden-full-of-nft-flowers) Artist Matt Collishaw said the mechanics needed to create a dynamic, evolving collection such as this one is “ something that’s possible only in a decentralized space.”
Amazon will launch its NFT platform on April 24. [NFTs : Amazon lancera sa plateforme le 24 avril](https://en.thebigwhale.io/article/nfts-amazon-lancera-sa-plateforme-le-24-avril) Exclusif. Le géant américain s’apprête à vendre des NFTs sur son site Internet. Une quinzaine de collections seront disponibles dès le lancement.
Tron burns hot as TRX readies itself for range breakout, details inside [Tron burns hot as TRX readies itself for range breakout, details inside](https://ambcrypto.com/tron-burns-hot-as-trx-readies-itself-for-range-breakout-details-inside/) Tron’s net issuance rate declined to -13.67 million from – 5.19 million a month ago. The total number of burned tokens reached over 15.43 billion, forming around 16% of TRX’s circulating supply. TRON [TRX] burned over 18.74 million tokens over 24 hours until 3 March, as per data from Tronscan. With the number of new […]
TeraWulf goes nuclear: 8,000 rigs spool up in Nautilus mining facility Bitcoin mining company TeraWulf has fired up a new “behind the meter” mining facility powered by 100% nuclear power in Pennsylvania. [TeraWulf goes nuclear: 8,000 rigs spool up in Nautilus mining facility](https://cointelegraph.com/news/terawulf-goes-nuclear-8-000-rigs-spool-up-in-nautilus-mining-facility) United States Bitcoin mining company TeraWulf has fired up a new Bitcoin mining facility in Pennsylvania, and the whole operation is nuclear powered.
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Bitcoin Performs Better Than Dow Jones, NASDAQ, S&P 500, And Gold All Together According to data from MarketWatch, the leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, has outpaced the tech-heavy NASDAQ as well as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones indices. As of March 6, Bitcoin recorded 32.23% year to date return, considerably outperforming both gold and the main stock indices. This year, the S&P 500 increased by 5.86%, the NASDAQ Composite increased by 12.41%, and the Dow Jones edged up by 0.12% but gold's YTD return was only 1.17%.
BTC in the lower TF 🔸The price of Bitcoin has been consolidating within a parallel channel on the lower timeframe for the past 13 days. A major breakout from this trend could potentially determine Bitcoin's next move. 🔸It's important to note that the significant area to break is still at 25k, while 21,500 is likely to be tested. To minimize risks, it is advisable to manage your trades well by setting tight stop losses.
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: Volatility in BTC, ETH Remains High to Start the Week [Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: Volatility in BTC, ETH Remains High to Start the Week – Market Updates Bitcoin News](https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-ethereum-technical-analysis-volatility-in-btc-eth-remains-high-to-start-the-week/) Bitcoin consolidated for a third straight session, as markets prepared for a big week of U.S. economic data.
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Blockchain Technology Will Be Used By Pakistani Banks For KYC Avanza Group and the Pakistan Banks' Association (PBA) have agreed to work together to establish a blockchain-based know-your-customer (KYC) platform. Avanza Group brings together firms that are experts in cutting-edge financial software, customer experience management systems, blockchain technology, and artificial intelligence. The signing ceremony was held at the office of the business association in Karachi and several officials were present.
Coinbase Acquires One River Digital to Expand Institutional Access to Crypto Assets Coinbase Acquires One River Digital to Expand Institutional Access to Crypto Assets – Exchanges Bitcoin News Crypto exchange Coinbase has acquired One River Digital Asset Management "to expand institutional access to digital assets."
https://cointelegraph.com/news/algodex-reveals-wallet-infiltrated-by-malicious-actor-as-myalgo-renews-warning-withdraw-now [Algodex reveals wallet infiltrated by 'malicious' actor as MyAlgo renews warning: Withdraw now](https://cointelegraph.com/news/algodex-reveals-wallet-infiltrated-by-malicious-actor-as-myalgo-renews-warning-withdraw-now) Algodex said a malicious actor has infiltrated a company wallet, while wallet provider MyAlgo has renewed warnings for users to withdraw their funds now after a February security breach.
Mt. Gox repayments to start in March 2023—nine years after collapse [Mt. Gox repayments to start in March 2023—nine years after collapse](https://coingeek.com/mt-gox-repayments-to-start-in-march-2023-nine-years-after-collapse/) Mt. Gox trustee revealed that repayments to some creditors will start in a week and extend all the way to September; but will it deal a blow to BTC price?
Pakistan banks agree on blockchain-based KYC system development [Pakistan banks agree on blockchain-based KYC system development](https://cointelegraph.com/news/pakistan-banks-agree-on-blockchain-based-kyc-system-development) Avanza Group will develop the blockchain-based eKYC platform, which member banks will use to standardize and exchange customer data via a decentralized and self-regulated network.
Argo increases Bitcoin production despite BTC difficulty growth Argo’s daily Bitcoin production rate in February surged 7% despite a 10% month-over-month increase in average network difficulty. [Argo increases Bitcoin production despite BTC difficulty growth](https://cointelegraph.com/news/argo-increases-bitcoin-production-despite-btc-difficulty-growth) Publicly-listed Bitcoin mining firm Argo Blockchain has increased the daily BTC production rate despite a 10% spike in network difficulty.
Argo increases Bitcoin production despite BTC difficulty growth Argo’s daily Bitcoin production rate in February surged 7% despite a 10% month-over-month increase in average network difficulty. [Argo increases Bitcoin production despite BTC difficulty growth](https://cointelegraph.com/news/argo-increases-bitcoin-production-despite-btc-difficulty-growth) Publicly-listed Bitcoin mining firm Argo Blockchain has increased the daily BTC production rate despite a 10% spike in network difficulty.
Scroll, an Ethereum Layer 2 network that uses zk-rollups technology, raised $50 million in a new funding round. Investors in the round included Polychain Capital, Sequoia China, Bain Capital Crypto, Moore Capital Management, Variant Fund, Newman Capital, IOSG Ventures and Qiming Venture Partners. [Ethereum L2 Scroll reaches null.8 billion valuation in new funding round: Source](https://www.theblock.co/post/217340/ethereum-scaling-scroll-50-million-funding-round-1-8-billion-valuation) Scroll, an Ethereum Layer 2 network that uses zk-rollups technology, raised $50 million in a new funding round.
TeraWulf goes nuclear: 8,000 rigs spool up in Nautilus mining facility [TeraWulf goes nuclear: 8,000 rigs spool up in Nautilus mining facility](https://cointelegraph.com/news/terawulf-goes-nuclear-8-000-rigs-spool-up-in-nautilus-mining-facility) United States Bitcoin mining company TeraWulf has fired up a new Bitcoin mining facility in Pennsylvania, and the whole operation is nuclear powered.
7 DeFi protocol hacks in Feb sees $21 million in funds pilfered: DefiLlama [7 DeFi protocol hacks in Feb sees $21 million in funds pilfered: DefiLlama](https://cointelegraph.com/news/7-defi-protocol-hacks-in-feb-sees-21-million-in-funds-pilfered-defillama) DeFi project aggregator DefiLlama has revealed data showing that DeFi platforms were hit with seven noteworthy attacks throughout February, resulting in over $21 million in losses.
7 DeFi protocol hacks in Feb sees $21 million in funds pilfered: DefiLlama [7 DeFi protocol hacks in Feb sees $21 million in funds pilfered: DefiLlama](https://cointelegraph.com/news/7-defi-protocol-hacks-in-feb-sees-21-million-in-funds-pilfered-defillama) DeFi project aggregator DefiLlama has revealed data showing that DeFi platforms were hit with seven noteworthy attacks throughout February, resulting in over $21 million in losses.
Lido’s LDO Token Sinks 10% Following Rumors Crypto Staking Service Received SEC Notice [Lido’s LDO Token Sinks 10% Following Rumors Crypto Staking Service Received SEC Notice](https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/03/05/lidos-ldo-token-sinks-10-following-sec-rumors/) Crypto podcaster David Hoffman spread (and then retracted) a rumor that the SEC had delivered a Wells Notice to the decentralized staking service. A spokesperson for Lido declined to comment.
Let's build the future of web3 social at Eth Denver, with $25K in prizes up for grabs! Register here https://app.buidlbox.io/guidl/lens-protocol **Our bounties:** ***Best Lens Apps*** 🥇 1st Prize - $7,000 🥈 2nd Prize - $5,000 🥉 3rd Prize - $3,000 ***Integrations*** 🏆 10 best Lens integrations - null,000 each 🤿 Dive into the Lens Social Graph with the new BigQuery public dataset, and think about creating a machine learning or data analytics tool for devs and creators to better understand their audience https://docs.lens.xyz/docs/public-big-query 🤍 Build new social experiences with mental health in mind, increase self-awareness of social media consumption, or improve the experience of collecting content. 🎶 Think how Token-gated drops on social media could help to empower both fans and artists, you could create a music experience helping collectors find new music. 🌆 Think about events and how people could network at conferences through Lens, consider the value of a person's attendance history, and imagine a world where tickets can be collected posts. 🎨 Explore ways to make content creation seamless for the Lens community. Build tools that empower content creators, and offer them unique features to take their content to the next level 🤝 Noodle on the idea of more brands entering web3, and think about ways to create a loyalty program for them on Lens and enable purchasing with a crypto wallet. 🫡 With more and more DAOs being created, explore how they could integrate token-gated voting or delegate profile actions to other wallets Explore our new Lens Widgets, and integrate follow, share, and sign-in with Lens into your project or existing web3 front-end. https://github.com/lens-protocol/lens-widgets Dev Docs https://docs.lens.xyz/docs Hackathon Guide https://lens.xyz/hackathons Keep this Lens integrations doc handy as it has some useful tutorials featured to help https://docs.lens.xyz/docs/integrating-lens 👩‍💻 Lens SDK details here 👉 https://github.com/lens-protocol/lens-sdk 📱 React Native Lens UI Kit (for mobile devs) https://github.com/lens-protocol/react-native-lens-ui-kit 🤝 Join our Lens Discord community to meet others building on Lens https://discord.gg/lensprotocol Good luck, the team will be at our booth in MetaLand. Come show us what you are building to get some rare swag!
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