Therefore, Solana briefly flipped Ethereum in total value staked. Big deal, right? Headlines like these shrieked victory for Solana, dubbing them the new staking king. Hold up just a second. Numbers alone don't tell the whole story. In fact, they can be downright misleading. I'm here to tell you why...
Solana has in recent days flipped Ethereum’s staking market cap, hitting $53.15 billion. This milestone is largely attributed to Solana’s staking yield being much higher and its staking ratio vs. Ethereum. Despite being the second-largest blockchain by staking ratio, controversy has surrounded the blockchain on concerns regarding liquidity in its...
Solana's been grabbing headlines, and rightfully so. For its staking market cap to eclipse Ethereum’s is a true feat. Hold on a second before rolling out the victory parade. Numbers don't always tell the whole story, and sometimes, they're screaming a warning we're too busy celebrating to hear.Is High Staking...
Solana briefly overtook Ethereum in total staked dollar value on April 20, an achievement largely propelled by its much-ballyhooed high staking yield. Solana has one of the highest staking participation rates at around 65%. These comparisons, while exciting, should come with a warning to temper expectations by directly comparing Ethereum’s...
Solana briefly flipping Ethereum in staked value? It's more than just a blip on the radar. It's a potential preview of the future, especially when you consider Africa's burgeoning crypto scene. It exposes a few uncomfortable truths about Ethereum's current strategy.Africa Needs High Yields NowIn several African countries, access to...
The same goes for the cryptocurrency market, which is still young and bursting with new, innovative investment opportunities. BlockchainShock watches the cutting edge new closely. A recent example, however, the launch of the 3iQ Solana ETF (SOLQ), which is North America’s first Solana staking ETF. Here’s what you need to...
The arrival of 3iQ's Solana Staking ETF (SOLQ), in partnership with Figment, on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) isn't just another ETF launch. For those of us who love the African fintech scene, this is an exhilarating time. Perhaps more importantly, though, it signals a cultural shift about when and...
3iQ Corp. has partnered with Figment to launch the Solana Staking ETF (TSX: SOLQ) on the Toronto Stock Exchange this Wednesday at 9.30am EST. This will be North America’s first exchange-traded fund to include native Solana (SOL) staking rewards. Figment will be the ETF’s main staking provider, taking care of...
Let's be real. Southeast Asia—home to nearly 700 million people—is the crypto world’s sleeping giant. Remember, we’re discussing an entire region booming with the world’s youngest, most ambitious, tech-enabled population, eager to embrace financial empowerment. To put it mildly, the road to crypto adoption hasn’t been smooth. Yet it contemplates...
As with all aspects of cryptocurrency investment, the space is rapidly changing. This evolution opens up new opportunities for all investors—seasoned or novice—in exciting new ways. Of all the great new innovations, perhaps the most thrilling has finally arrived. 3iQ lists North America’s first Solana staking ETF. The 3iQ Solana...
The United States Senate recently convened a hearing on the growing universe of cryptocurrency. In doing so, they highlighted the desperate need for regulation in this emerging frontier. Here are some of the most important highlights that emerged through the conversations. They each noted the challenges, opportunities, and possible future...
The market of cryptocurrency day trading is a whirlwind, chaotic and always on the move. Quick reflexes, and even quicker algorithms. Thanks to new, advanced AI tools such as ChatGPT and Grok, traders are experiencing the most powerful insight and automation they’ve ever seen. Kwame Nkosi, a blockchain commentator, balances...
Let’s face it, the crypto community can’t resist an exciting hype train. Right now, the AI-powered trading locomotive is barreling down the tracks, with Grok and ChatGPT as its star conductors. Well before you decide to mortgage your home and give Uber all your assets, let’s slow down a moment...
You know, sometimes I feel like I'm watching a rerun of an old movie, only this time, it's playing out in the halls of Congress. The Senate Banking Committee’s recent hearing on the need for comprehensive crypto regulation. It was a bit like a Broadway show. Rather than earnestly seeking...
The recent Senate Banking Committee hearing on regulating the crypto space? If I’m being truthful, it was more like seeing a train wreck go down in slow motion. While senators debated the nuances of defining a digital asset – is it a security, a commodity, or something else entirely? –...
Forget about Wall Street, the exciting disruptor in crypto day trading is cooking up in the crowded streets of Southeast Asia. I'm not talking about hedge fund managers with Bloomberg terminals; I'm talking about the everyday person – the small business owner in Jakarta, the student in Kuala Lumpur, the...
You think you know stablecoins. Tether, USDC – the usual suspects. Big market caps, widespread adoption. Comforting, right? Wrong. As all eyes are on these titans, a more quiet revolution is in the making. Looking forward to seeing you there! This lack of attention is robbing you of big future...
The original and inarguable promise of crypto was decentralization and freedom. We lost sight of that dream and exchanged it for something else. A façade that appears solid even if it’s a digital optical illusion shimmering on top of a fintech swamp crater. I'm talking about stablecoins.Are Your "Safe" Coins...