Gold-backed vs USD-backed stablecoins: Key differences

    What are gold-backed stablecoins, and how do they work? Gold-backed stablecoins are digital currencies pegged to physical gold reserves and designed to maintain a stable value. The concept of gold-backed digital currencies dates back to the early days of cryptocurrency, with developers aiming to create a reliable store of value.  Each gold-backed stablecoin represents a specific quantity…

    Ethereum Foundation shifts focus to user experience, layer-1 scaling
    22 Apr 2025
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    The Ethereum Foundation, the nonprofit organization developing the Ethereum ecosystem, is shifting its focus to user experience and layer-1 scaling challenges following its March leadership reshuffle. On April 21, the Ethereum Foundation co-executive director Tomasz Stańczak shared an X post detailing how the organization has changed since its change in leadership structure. Stańczak said the change aims to…

    Bitcoin rally above $100K may follow US Treasury buybacks — Arthur Hayes
    22 Apr 2025
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    Investors seeking Bitcoin exposure may be running out of time to purchase below a six-figure price, as US Treasury buybacks may signal the next leg up for the world’s first cryptocurrency. This might be the “last chance” to buy Bitcoin below the $100,000 mark, according to Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and chief investment officer…