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What Is SafeMoon and Why Should We Care? Tokenomics, Risks, and How It Works What Is SafeMoon and Why Should We Care? A straightforward guide to SafeMoon’s tokenomics—reflections, liquidity adds, burns—plus the key risks and research steps to take before you buy. SafeMoon popularized “reflections” (holder rewards) and liquidity adds—but carries significant risk. Key takeaways Reflections: A share of each transaction fee auto-distributes to holders. Liquidity adds & burns: Fees can add to LP and/or burn supply, affecting price dynamics and depth. High risk: Extreme volatility and changing rules—always read the contract, audits, and community notes. Contents How SafeMoon Works Tokenomics in Plain English Major Risks ...
Uniswap Begins Testing Its Next Upgrade (v3 Preview): What to Expect Uniswap Begins Testing Its Next Upgrade (v3 Preview) A quick, practical guide for traders and LPs—what’s changing, why it matters, and how to prepare. Uniswap’s next upgrade targets capital efficiency and better execution. Key takeaways Concentrated liquidity: LPs choose custom price ranges to deploy capital more efficiently. Fee tiers: Markets price liquidity risk; stable pairs vs. volatile pairs can use different tiers. Execution quality: Tighter spreads and deeper liquidity around the mid-price can improve fills. More active LPing: Higher returns may require monitoring and rebalancing when price moves. Contents What’s New in the Upgrade LP Strategy: ...
Deutsche Telekom Invests in Celo: Why a Telecom Giant Is Backing Web3 Payments Deutsche Telekom Invests in Celo: Why a Telecom Giant Is Backing Web3 Payments T-Systems MMS bought CELO and began running validator infrastructure—an enterprise signal that mobile networks see real potential in Web3-native, phone-first payments. Europe’s telecoms are testing Web3 rails—from running validators to exploring wallet-native services. Key takeaways Enterprise validation: A top EU telecom investing in and validating Celo signals serious interest in mobile-first, open payments. Strategic fit: Telecom reach + on-chain settlement could power remittances, micro-payments, identity, and loyalty at global scale. Long-term play: Real consumer products depend on UX, regulation, and integration—this move ...
Venmo Adds Crypto: How It Works, Fees, Limits, and Safety Tips Venmo Adds Crypto: How It Works, Fees, Limits, and Safety Tips A quick, practical guide to using Venmo’s crypto option—and how to avoid the common mistakes new buyers make. Tap “Crypto” in the Venmo app to view coins, pricing, and your transactions. Key takeaways Easy on-ramp: Venmo lets eligible users buy/sell select coins directly in-app. Know the costs: Trades include a spread and/or fee—always check before confirming. Security first: Enable app passcode/biometric and understand transfer options before purchasing. Contents What Changed How to Buy/Sell in Venmo Fees, Limits & Timing Security & Transfers Taxes & Records ...
How to Start a Free Podcast in 2021 (Step-by-Step Guide) How to Start a Free Podcast in 2021 Plan, record, edit, host, and publish your show with a $0 budget—plus templates, gear tips, and a launch checklist. Yes—you can launch a quality podcast for free with smart tooling and a repeatable workflow. Key takeaways Idea → format → name: Nail a specific audience and promise; keep a simple format you can sustain weekly. Free toolstack works: Record on phone/USB mic, edit in free software, host on a free plan with RSS distribution. Consistency wins: Batch two to three episodes before launch and publish on the same day/time each week. Contents 1) Plan Your Show 2) Record with Free Tools 3) Edit for Clarity & Pace 4...
$10B Crypto Futures Liquidations in 24 Hours — What Happened & How to Protect Yourself $10B in Crypto Futures Liquidations — The Anatomy of a Flush A fast drop, crowded leverage, and chain-reaction liquidations. Here’s a clear breakdown plus a survival checklist. Volatility + leverage = acceleration. Forced sells can cascade as prices pierce liquidation bands. Key takeaways Crowded longs: Positive funding and high open interest primed the market for a violent flush. Auto-deleveraging: Liquidations sell into thin books, pushing price lower and triggering more stops. Risk controls: Smaller position sizes, lower leverage, and pre-placed stops survive the storm. Contents The Setup: Leverage, Funding & Open Interest Mechanics o...
Blockcap Mines 544 BTC in a Month — What the Hashrate Tells Us Blockcap Reveals 544 Bitcoin Mined in a Single Month A quick breakdown of scale, efficiency, and why large public mining updates matter for Bitcoin’s security and economics. Industrial mining output is a function of hashrate share, uptime, and energy efficiency. Key takeaways Scale signal: 544 BTC/month suggests significant hashrate, robust uptime, and efficient fleet management. Network effects: As big miners expand, Bitcoin’s total hashrate and security generally rise, pulling difficulty higher. Economics: Efficient operators can tolerate difficulty increases and tighter margins longer than peers. Contents What 544 BTC/Month Implies Difficulty, Security & Profita...
Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Reaches New High — What It Means Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Reaches New High Over 3.8 million ETH are now locked in Ethereum’s staking contract. Here’s what it means for the future of ETH. Ethereum staking continues to climb, locking more ETH into the network. 📈 #Ethereum $ETH Total Value in the ETH 2.0 Deposit Contract just reached an ATH of 3,862,626 ETH View metric: https://t.co/SzbMPqdFWB pic.twitter.com/OqVKCjVCnx — glassnode alerts (@glassnodealerts) April 17, 2021 Why This Matters The rapid growth of ETH deposits signals strong confidence in Ethereum’s future. Staking is locking coins out of circulation, reducing supply on exchanges and potentially supporting price stability. What’s Next for ETH As more ETH transitions into st...
The Crypto Market Has Been Pulled Down — Causes & Insights The Crypto Market Has Been Pulled Down A look at why the crypto market has sharply declined — and what forces are behind the recent downturn. Crypto market volatility continues to challenge traders and investors worldwide. Contents Why the Market Dropped Impact on Investors What Could Happen Next Why the Market Dropped The crypto market has been pulled down due to a combination of factors: Regulatory pressure: Governments worldwide are tightening oversight, sparking uncertainty. Investor panic: Sudden sell-offs accelerate declines, creating self-fulfilling spirals. Global economics: Inflation fears and tightening monetary policy affect all risk assets, including crypto. ...