Author: Colin Harris

I'm Colin Harris, L1s Analyst and Web3 Reporter for the United States. My day-to-day involves diving into the fundamental layers of the ecosystem, specializing in Layer 1 (L1s) networks. I have been covering how these new digital technologies are built for quite some time now, from scalability updates to the decentralization of finance. My approach is purely analytical and informative; I like to break down complex technology so that the real context can be understood, without beating around the bush and always relying on verified data. I am also passionate about keeping up with Web3 and how these infrastructures are changing the way we interact on the internet. I also keep an eye on the markets, analyzing how the technical development of networks impacts global capital flows. Through my reporting, I seek to offer a human yet technical perspective, always prioritizing accuracy so that you are aware of what really matters at the heart of blockchain.

Trump’s World Liberty Financial token ends 2025 down over 40%

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World Liberty Financial (WLFI) finished 2025 down more than 40% after steep early volatility, reported investor losses, and governance actions that did not arrest negative momentum. The drawdown coincided with reports of shrinking assets, wallet freezes, and regulatory inquiries that compounded uncertainty around the token’s operating perimeter.

Ghana legalizes widespread cryptocurrency use with the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025

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Ghana has enacted the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, legalizing the widespread use of cryptocurrency and bringing digital-asset trading under national law. The law immediately changes the legal status of crypto activity by moving it from informal usage into a recognized framework.

New Malware Disguised as Roblox Mods Targets Cryptocurrency Credentials

Security analyst at a desk with a laptop showing Roblox mods, crypto wallet icons, and a red warning about credential theft.

Roblox-themed malware campaigns are increasingly targeting gamers with fake mods and cheats designed to steal cryptocurrency credentials, resulting in significant financial losses including a six-figure theft in December 2025. The operations blend social engineering, supply-chain abuse and advanced persistence mechanisms to compromise both custodial and self-custody setups.

Binance Rejects Claims of Delayed Response in Upbit Hack Case

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Binance rejects claims it delayed its response in the Upbit hack case, framing the matter as a dispute over the timing of its actions rather than an admission of operational failure. The exchange’s stance positions the incident as a challenge to its response chronology, not to the substance of its procedures or cooperation.

Bitcoin ETF Holders, Sitting On Paper Losses

Spot bitcoin ETF investors are now sitting on average paper losses of about 15%, with an implied entry price near $90,200 per bitcoin, according to the source material. That framing matters because ETF ownership converts volatility into visible positioning and potential redemption pressure. If underwater positions linger, holders may prioritize capital preservation and redeem rather […]

Norway central bank says CBDC not warranted, citing strong payment system

Official at a Norwegian central bank reviews a payments dashboard, with a subtle Norwegian flag, symbolizing CBDC neutrality.

Norway’s central bank has judged that a central bank digital currency (CBDC) is not warranted, pointing to the strength of the country’s existing payment infrastructure. By anchoring its decision in the robustness of current rails, the central bank signals that the present system already meets the functional and resilience thresholds that would otherwise argue for […]

Helium Expands to Brazil With Mambo WiFi in DePIN Breakthrough

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Helium announced a strategic expansion into Brazil in December 2025 through a partnership with Mambo WiFi, marking a major step for the decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model. The deal leverages Mambo’s roughly 40,000 hotspots to accelerate coverage in a country where more than 100 million people rely primarily on shared or public Wi-Fi, aiming […]

Hacker Compromises Yi He’s WeChat Account to Execute Mubarakah Token Pump-and-Dump

Crypto executive faces a smartphone displaying the WeChat icon and a market spike, signaling a hack-driven pump-and-dump.

On 9 de dic. de 2025, Binance co‑founder Yi He’s old WeChat account was compromised and used to promote the Mubarakah (MUBARA) memecoin, triggering a rapid pump-and-dump that left retail investors exposed. The breach exploited a recycled phone number and demonstrates how Web2 account vulnerabilities can be weaponized to manipulate low‑liquidity tokens.

Zcash floats dynamic fee plan to keep transaction costs predictable and prevent users from being priced out

Zcash has proposed a dynamic fee plan intended to keep transaction costs predictable and prevent users from being priced out, the Shielded Labs proposal states. The plan replaces a historically static fee with a system that ties the base cost to recent network activity, aiming to preserve privacy and routine access even during congestion. The […]

U.S. Spot XRP ETFs Log 15 Straight Days of Inflows, Close In on $1B AUM

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U.S. spot XRP ETFs registered a 15-day streak of net inflows and crossed roughly $1.095 billion in assets under management, underscoring a rapid institutional accumulation of XRP. The flows arrive after launches in mid-November 2025 and follow a decisive legal and market shift that reduced a key regulatory overhang.