December 2021
Crypto Santa’s naughty and nice list for Christmas 2021
Who in the crypto world deserves Santa love this year, and whose chimney should be snubbed? The elves at Forkast.News help the big man with his list.
Why I got a Bitcoin wallet, and how it can be used for crypto gift-giving and receiving
Curious to use Bitcoin but don’t know where to start? Forkast.News explains how.
What Sam Bankman-Fried thinks will happen with NFTs and crypto exchanges in 2022
Which blockchain sector will flourish, and what’s not yet ripe for mass adoption just yet? FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried offers his crystal ball in a special Forkast.News video.
CBDC tracker shows U.S. falling further behind
Of the Big Four central banks, including those of the EU, UK and Japan, only the Federal Reserve has not progressed beyond research mode in central bank digital currencies.
Court overturns Korean Bitcoin ruling; Days numbered for SWIFT?
Court overturns Korean Bitcoin ruling, also are the days numbered for SWIFT?
Bitcoin sent by mistake, recipient will not be punished for keeping it: South Korea ruling
An investor who received $1.25M in Bitcoin by accident will not be criminally penalized, raising questions on the legal status of cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin’s price is a lie, says Morgan Creek Capital chief
Bitcoin’s current price is not indicative of the crypto’s future prospects, says Mark Yusko, who looks forward to the tokenization of everything.
New Cosmos, Mastercard projects to boost Ethereum scalability
With Ethereum usage at all-time high, a Cosmos ‘bridge’ to other blockchains and Mastercard rollups aim to solve a major problem plaguing the Eth network.
Regulators and the problem of unstable stablecoins
Federal regulators have turned their sights on stablecoins. But is the attempt to tame this digital currency too late?
The Forkast.News guide to last-minute blockchain and crypto gift ideas
Not yet done with your holiday shopping? Here are ideas for all the loved ones on your list, whether they are tech-savvy or merely crypto-curious.
Delay likely for India’s crypto bill; Crypto’s landmark year
Delay likely for India’s crypto bill, none the less 2021 becomes crypto’s landmark year.
Game company Nexon America now accepts crypto for in-game payments
Asia’s gaming giant Nexon’s US subsidiary supports cryptocurrencies for players in buying items inside its popular online games.
NBA is taking the lead with blockchain, crypto
The National Basketball Association has been ahead of the game in crypto adoption, but after a week of major developments, the league is now way out in front.
Running on empty: How NFT drops drive up gas fees — and transaction anxiety
Gas fee unpredictability is a highly problematic aspect of the Ethereum ecosystem, writes Matt Cutler of Blocknative. What are the solutions?
Myanmar’s resistance routes funding through Tether
Top blockchain and crypto news: Can stablecoins bankroll democracy? Nike swooshes into the metaverse. Animoca and Bored Apes venture deeper into the gaming jungle.
Myanmar’s shadow government uses Tether in its fight against military rule
The National Unity Government recognizes Tether as an official currency, defying the cryptocurrency ban imposed last year.
How sports and crypto are knocking it out of the park
The billion-dollar intersection of sports and crypto is a big win for all, writes Ben Armstrong, aka BitBoy Crypto. Here’s how to make sense of this seismic cultural shift.
Cryptocurrency prices take another hit in downward spiral
Macroeconomic factors and a spate of bad news override bullish outlook in crypto market as the year lurches toward its end.
Shiba Inu now accepted at GameStop, Lowe’s and Nordstrom via Gemini-backed Flexa
It’s come full circle: Shiba Inu holders can now spend their SHIB at GameStop — the company that helped trigger the memecoin trend.
Shibu Inu coin struggles; Blockchain an inflation hedge solution?
Shibu Inu coin struggles, meanwhile could blockchain an inflation hedge solution?
Shiba Inu coin burn and gaming deals can’t stop its price slide
$30 million worth of SHIB stolen in BitMart hack sparks hunt for the dognapper, as ecosystem developments fail to return Shiba Inu coin to its former glory.
India’s crypto bill to impose jail and US$2.65M fines for violations
India’s proposed rules for digital assets would ban cryptocurrency for payments while the Securities and Exchange Board regulates exchanges. Will it become law?
Here comes the crypto derivatives boom
Investment banks’ hunger for a new revenue stream is likely to drive up the popularity and registration of crypto derivatives products.
Bank stablecoin project; Watch for Fed taper in 2022
Banks releasing new stablecoin project meanwhile better watch for Fed taper in 2022
What is Polygon (MATIC) — ‘Ethereum’s internet of blockchains’?
Polygon envisions a world where value can be exchanged without borders. In this Forkast.News explainer, find out how Polygon works and why its MATIC token is defying crypto market gravity — again.
What is ENS (Ethereum Name Service) and how does it work?
ENS allows for a readable username that is portable across dApps and blockchains. Why is it important for the Web 3.0 world? Forkast.News explains.
OpenSea’s Wall Street waltz disappoints NFT devotees
OpenSea IPO plans in choppy waters. Crypto markets crumble. Bitcoin mining power struggles.
Australia announces biggest overhaul to payments in 25 years — eyes now set on crypto
As part of a broader attempt to address Australia’s payments industry, the government offers a roadmap to where crypto regulation can lead in 2022.
How crypto ETFs can open doors for traditional finance to enter DeFi
Crypto ETFs make it easy to invest in digital assets without the complexities, writes Kevin Tai of Linear Finance. Imagine what a crypto index can do.
Bitcoin crash drags down South Korean NFT game stocks
South Korean game shares fell sharply, just a few weeks after announcements of new NFT metaverse ventures sent the shares up.
Manny Pacquiao launches esports team in midst of presidential campaign
‘Team Pacquiao GG’ may be coming soon to League of Legends and Axie Infinity. But whatever happened to the former pro boxer’s Pac token?
BIS: DeFi has few real-economy uses, says ‘decentralization is an illusion’
With suitable regulation in place, DeFi could yet play an important role in the financial system, BIS suggests.
Crypto hit in market sell off; Bitget reportedly suspended by MAS
Crypto hit in market sell off, also Bitget reportedly suspended by MAS
Bitget suspended over Army Coin, named after K-pop boy band BTS fanbase
Singapore-based crypto exchange had claimed the fan token would support BTS members — while the band’s agency denied any association with it.
Global markets downturn hits crypto as well; BTC trading below $50K
For the second weekend in a row, markets were hit with a massive shock due to external factors. Market watchers weigh in on price movements and what to expect.
Japan’s central bank is urged to speed up its digital yen project
With economic security as a top priority, the Kishida administration anticipates the release of competing CBDCs.
The digital yuan’s de-dollarization
Why the Federal Reserve and other major central banks are likely to speed up development of retail CBDCs.
Crypto resilient to Omicron: Japan speeds up on CBDC
Crypto resilient to Omicron meanwhile Japan speeds up on CBDC
Is Terra — whose LUNA coin is now at another all-time high — really where the smart money is?
LUNA is now the 12th largest crypto, and Terra’s platform has been called ‘Alipay on the blockchain.’ What are Terra’s investment risks? Forkast.News explains.
Shiba Inu and Luna on a tear; K-pop bets on digital assets
Shiba Inu and Luna on a tear, also K-pop bets on digital assets
Investors queasy as prospect of India crypto ban returns
Top blockchain and crypto news: Are India’s CBDC plans crowding out crypto? Jack Dorsey goes full Bitcoin bro. China’s digital yuan hopes claim another victim.
LUNA, Shiba Inu Coin soar as Ethereum nears all-time high
As the market recovers from a weekend sell-off, Terra and Shiba Inu tokens shine bright while Ethereum eyes new price heights. What’s behind their rally?
What is Cosmos — the ‘internet of blockchains’?
The Cosmos ecosystem is expanding rapidly with inter-blockchain transfers on the rise. What makes Cosmos different from other blockchains? Forkast.News explains.
December 2021
Omicron hits markets; Japanese novel released as NFT
Omicron hits markets meanwhile Japanese novel released as NFT
China’s new mobile payment rules could pave the way for e-CNY, experts say
In the long run, the new rules may ‘lay the perfect foundation’ to improve risk management, says an ICBC expert.