Lido DAO is perhaps one of the biggest stories coming from the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. They recently released a novel Dual Governance framework for stETH (staked ETH) holders. This novel mechanism gives stakeholders the tools to acquire agency over the protocol’s development trajectory. It does this by creating timelock...
Crypto investment firm Dao5 on Friday, May 1, 2025, announced the closing of a $222 million fund. Naturally, the fund will focus on the aforementioned investing in blockchain projects most likely to see institutional and government uptake. This strategic move comes as a welcome sign that capital is moving away...
$222 million. That's a lot of money. Dao5 just raised it, and they’re focusing it at blockchain projects until they are ready for institutional and governmental adoption. On the surface, it sounds promising: real-world integration, a maturing crypto landscape. Let's be real, folks. Are we paving the way for a...
A recent study raises questions about how decentralized decision-making actually is in DAOs. Specifically, researchers found significant evidence that a concentrated minority of voting power among core contributors makes their governance undemocratic in practice. This begs deeper questions about the real independence and equity of such institutions.Stefan Kitzler and his...
Solaverse is quickly becoming one of the hottest new creative worlds built on the expansive Solana blockchain. It’s giving its users high-speed transactions, community-led governance and most importantly, real-world utility with NFTs and owning virtual land. What makes this metaverse project exceptional is how it captures the power of leading-edge...
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The second major promise — of a democratic, meaningful, transparent process to organize and make decisions — is so far unfulfilled. We've all heard the hype. But before you dive headfirst into this brave new world, let's talk about something crucial: the uncomfortable truths about DAO security and governance. This...
Let's be honest. Understood clearly, the current state of DAO governance resembles a deep dive into quantum physics on a double shot of espresso. The terminology, the deluge of applications, the ballot measures… it can be overwhelming! Its purpose is to exclude you, right? A small handful of whales, the...
Unstaked is positioning itself to be premier innovative solution for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). It offers independent AI agents that automate governance and improve citizen engagement. Solana (SOL) is reaching all-time high trading volumes on decentralized exchanges (DEX). At the same time, Dogecoin (DOGE) is looking in position for a...
To some extent, we know that the crypto world has a bit of a carnival atmosphere at times. Bright lights, loud sounds, guarantees of fast fortune. And we find Solana DEX volume skyrocketing, driven largely by meme coins. Dogecoin price predictions take off, fueled by a trend of social media...
Decentralized Financial AI. Sounds futuristic, right? It is. We’re discussing building AI into DeFi, automating everything from trading strategies to DAO governance. Consider it like setting your financial life to autopilot. But before we all strap in and hand over the controls, let's talk about the elephant in the (decentralized)...
The main character—Sarah, a single mother in rural Kentucky. She’s very smart, creative, resourceful, but just stuck in a cycle of predatory payday loans. Her traditional finance counterpart turns a blind eye and considers her too much of a risk. Now picture DeFAI – Decentralized Financial AI – giving her...
The technology space is changing at blistering pace. Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are arguably the most transformative technologies of the last 10 years. Now, these two powerhouses are converging in a new narrative: DeFAI. Uniting this technology, financial infrastructure, and adoption creates an economic busting intersection that...
We’ve all seen the fads, the promotions, the everythings-adjusting-now song and dance. But come on, in your heart of hearts, are you loving it? Are you on board with being a little more than a ticker symbol or are you simply trying to ride the latest FOMO craze?What if You...
To be fair, the crypto space has been a bit of a wild west. We're constantly bombarded with promises of overnight riches, fueled by hype and, let's face it, a whole lot of wishful thinking. Sound familiar? You may have heard the tale – XRP’s predestined climb and the meme-inspired...
Picture a mythological wolf, born in the crypto wilderness and known as Kai, who started minting NFTs from his bedroom. It was art as bombastic revelation, raw and powerful — cutting through clutter to speak to the anxieties of a generation. He did so by creating an engaged community on...
Stocktwits, with its introduction of Cryptotwits, is stepping into a realm where creativity mingles with natural danger. They’re in it to go beyond building a platform. They’re building a bridge between the known universe of TradFi and the wild new frontier that is DeFi. The question now is, will this...
The world of cryptocurrency trading is a volatile, complex and intimidating environment, especially for new traders. Traders are forever seeking the elusive edge in today’s hyper competitive marketplace. They want tools and resources that provide meaningful guidance, giving them the power to make better, smarter decisions. Stocktwits is one of...