Judith Faith, Author at Optimisus

Polkadot Blockchain Academy has launched the JAM Course, aimed at educating talented developers about Polkadot's new architecture

Polkadot Launches JAM Course to Train Web3 Developers

February 10, 2025 2 mins read

Polkadot Blockchain Academy has launched the JAM Course, aimed at educating talented developers about Polkadot‘s new architecture. This course is a follow-up to the PBA Campus and JAM Tour, focusing specifically on the Join-Accumulate Machine (JAM) technology created by Dr. Gavin Wood. The JAM Course is designed for experienced Web3 developers who want to learn about cutting-edge blockchain innovations. It includes detailed lessons, hands-on workshops, and opportunities for discussion and

The crypto market is facing challenges as Bitcoin has dropped below $97,000, and Ether is trading around $2,600. Other major altcoins like XRP, Solana, BNB, Dogecoin, Cardano, and Tron are also following the downward trend of Bitcoin and Ether. In the last 24 hours, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies fell by 1.29%. Despite this decline, Tether’s USDT stablecoin is making headlines. It reached an all-time high market cap of $141.76 billion, marking a significant milestone. USDT is known for maintaining its value against the US dollar and has seen sharp increases in its market cap over time. Several factors are driving the adoption of USDT. Recently, Tether formed a partnership with Reelly Tech, a prominent real estate B2B platform in the UAE. The UAE is recognized for its strong crypto regulations and innovation, which could enhance Tether's global presence. In the United States, there is growing interest in regulating the stablecoin market. Officials from the US Financial Committee have introduced a House Bill focused on stablecoin regulations. Similarly, the UK has announced plans to implement its own stablecoin regulations. The newly established Presidential Working Group is also looking into the concept of a “Bitcoin strategic reserve.” As stablecoin regulations progress, the US White House Crypto & AI Czar has highlighted the potential of stablecoins to boost dollar dominance.

The market cap of USDT reaches an all-time high of $141.76 billion

February 8, 2025 1 min read

The crypto market is facing challenges as Bitcoin has dropped below $97,000, and Ether is trading around $2,600. Other major altcoins like XRP, Solana, BNB, Dogecoin, Cardano, and Tron are also following the downward trend of Bitcoin and Ether. In the last 24 hours, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies fell by 1.29%. Despite this decline, Tether’s USDT stablecoin is making headlines. It reached an all-time high market cap of

Gemini reportedly considers an initial public offering (IPO)

February 7, 2025 1 min read

Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, is considering an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States. This news was reported by Bloomberg on February 6. The twins, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, are well-known figures in the crypto world. Gemini is one of the earliest cryptocurrency exchanges globally. They are currently speaking with potential advisors about the IPO process. However, the decision to go public is still

XRP and Dogecoin price drop after China announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S.

February 4, 2025 2 mins read

In the past 24 hours, major cryptocurrencies saw significant gains, with some rising as much as 20%. This surge was driven by a buy-the-dip strategy after a $2.2 billion market shift on Monday. However, these gains quickly reversed when China announced retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. During the Asian morning hours, the market pulled back as the deadline for new U.S. tariffs on China passed without a resolution. Cryptocurrencies like

Tether Reports $13B Profit for 2024

February 2, 2025 1 min read

Tether, the company behind the popular stablecoin USDT, reported impressive profits of $13 billion for the last year. This marked a record year for the firm. A significant portion of these profits, about $7 billion, came from their extensive holdings in U.S. Treasuries and repurchase agreements. Additionally, the company earned $5 billion from the increased value of its gold and bitcoin investments. Other investments contributed another $1 billion to the

US Marshals Miss Deadline on Silk Road Bitcoin Report

February 2, 2025 1 min read

The US Marshals Service (USMS) missed a deadline to provide information to Senator Cynthia Lummis about Bitcoin seized from the Silk Road case. Senator Lummis expressed concerns over the planned sale of about 69,370 Bitcoin, worth around $7 billion. She worried this could lead to financial losses for taxpayers and conflict with previous policies from the Trump administration. In her letter, Lummis pointed out that the USMS had previously sold

MicroStrategy launches Preferred Stock ($STRK)

January 31, 2025 1 min read

MicroStrategy ($MSTR) is introducing Preferred Stock ($STRK) to raise capital. The company plans to sell 2.5 million Preferred Shares at $100 each, totaling $250 million. Each Preferred Share can be converted into 1/10th of a Class A Common Share, making the conversion price $1,000 per Common Share. Investors will receive an 8% annual dividend based on the liquidation value. For a Preferred Share worth $100, this means an annual earning

Jupiter buys majority stake in Moonshot

January 27, 2025 1 min read

At the ‘Catstanbul 2025’ event, Solana DEX aggregator Jupiter (JUP) made significant announcements. The event, named after its Turkish location and founder ‘Meow,’ highlighted Jupiter’s recent $600 million community airdrop called ‘Jupuary.’ Jupiter introduced a ‘V2’ redesign of its platform, which is now in beta. New features include a real-time slippage estimator, an ultra mode, and smart trigger orders. Meow stated that these features will be rolled out in the

Ethereum’s Etherealize aims to connect blockchain with traditional finance

January 24, 2025 2 mins read

Ethereum has introduced a new initiative called Etherealize, led by Vivek Raman, to integrate traditional financial institutions into the blockchain world. This program aims to create tools that make it easier for banks and financial firms to adopt Ethereum, which is the second-largest blockchain. The initiative has the support of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and the Ethereum Foundation. Etherealize serves as a link between traditional finance (TradFi) and blockchain technology.

Trump’s inaugural priorities omit crypto, raising doubts

January 22, 2025 2 mins read

President Trump’s recent list of legislative priorities did not include cryptocurrency, raising concerns among crypto advocates. Despite his previous support for the industry, this omission has led to uncertainty about his commitment to crypto policies. During his campaign, Trump showed enthusiasm for the crypto community. He endorsed the industry at a conference in Nashville and even created a Solana-based meme coin. Additionally, he hosted a “Crypto Ball” event that attracted

Wyoming lawmakers propose a bill to allow state funds to be invested in Bitcoin

January 19, 2025 1 min read

Wyoming lawmakers have proposed “House Bill 0201” (HB0201), allowing the state treasurer to invest up to 3% of certain state funds in Bitcoin. These funds include the general fund, permanent mineral trust fund, and permanent land fund. The bill permits investments through direct Bitcoin purchases or regulated Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) from registered investment companies. To maintain transparency, the state treasurer must provide annual reports on Bitcoin investments. These reports

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