Blockchain
May 15, 2024
Cypher Protocol Contributor Admits to Stealing $260K to Gamble
A core contributor to the Solana exchange Cypher Protocol has stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars to fuel their gambling addiction. The thief, hoak, eventually admitted to the wrongdoing, saying that they don’t expect to be forgiven. Hoak’s crime came to light when another Cypher contributor by the nickname Barrett alleged that the former person […]
Blockchain
April 12, 2024
CoinGames Introduces Fully Decentralized Gambling Site
CoinGames, the gambling platform that has taken the iGaming world by storm by leveraging the latest in blockchain technology and using innovation in Web3 development and adoption, has created the world’s first fully licensed decentralized gambling site. What Users Can Expect The recently launched web3 casino platform is now providing users with secure and well-streamlined […]
Blockchain
December 1, 2023
CoinDesk: Polygon Labs Gave Special Treatment to DraftKings’ Validator
American gambling giant DraftKings served as a member of Polygon Labs’ validator community. What the latter company did not disclose, though, is that the operator was not truly an “equal member” of the community. As outlined in a report by CoinDesk, a crypto news outlet, Polygon had signed a deal that was incredibly lucrative to […]
Industry
November 6, 2023
Unlocking the Future of iGaming: Visit CoinPayments at SiGMA World Malta 2023
In the fast-moving world of iGaming, staying ahead of the curve is not just an advantage; it’s a necessity. The landscape of iGaming is constantly evolving, and to thrive, businesses must embrace innovation and cutting-edge technology. One such revolutionary force making waves in the iGaming industry is cryptocurrency, and there’s no better place to understand […]
Blockchain
August 18, 2023
Fastex Secures VARA Approval in Dubai
SoftConstruct’s Web3-driven ecosystem Fastex is breaking ground in the Middle East. The company announced that it is about to make a foray into the United Arab Emirates after securing initial approval from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority of Dubai (VARA). The cryptocurrency exchange will thus expand in the Middle East, which remains a largely untapped […]
Blockchain
May 17, 2023
UK Treasury Committee Seeks to Categorize Crypto Trading as Gambling
Certain MPs in the UK seek to categorize crypto trading as a form of gambling and regulate it appropriately. Currently, the sector is considered a financial service but the Treasury Committee believes that it is more akin to gambling in many aspects. MPs noted that cryptocurrency trading can be just as addictive as gambling. Furthermore, […]
Blockchain
May 5, 2023
Bitblox Confirms Focus on Crypto Gambling Games
Bitblox Games will now be building dedicated crypto games based on the Hxro Network, which is a Solana-powered distributed liquidity layer designed for the needs of betting applications. Crypto Games May Finally Arrive in Online Gambling The company is happy to have confirmed that it will be ramping up its efforts in the delivery of […]
Casino
May 4, 2023
BC.GAME Lists Tamadoge Token as Latest Payment Option
BC.GAME has expanded the number of supported cryptocurrencies with the addition of the Tamadoge “meme token.” The token, $TAMA, will now be available to bet with on a variety of BC.GAME’s dice and table games, and slots, offering players a chance to deposit and withdraw their winnings in the designated currency, and even buy credits […]
Blockchain
April 24, 2023
DaapGambl Says 37% of TikTok Crypto Investment Videos Misleading
At least 37% of all videos surveyed by daapGambl were misleading, the company alleges in a new study published on its website. The company analyzed 1,161 videos that used the “#cryptok” hashtag and posted crypto-related content to discover that the majority of those accounts were sharing misleading or erroneous information. Half of TikTok Creators Affiliated […]
Blockchain
April 13, 2023
Warren Buffett Maintains His Hardline Stance Against Cryptocurrencies
Warren Buffett, the billionaire CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has long been known for his skepticism of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. In a recent interview with CNBC, Buffett reiterated his long-held view that cryptocurrency had no intrinsic value and was a speculative asset prone to extreme price swings. He warned investors to stay away, noting that […]
