NFT

NFTs are unique digital identifiers recorded on a blockchain that certify ownership and authenticity of a specific asset. Moving past the "PFP" craze, 2026 NFTs emphasize utility, representing everything from IP rights and digital fashion to RWA titles and event ticketing. This tag explores the technical standards of digital ownership, the growth of NFT marketplaces, and the integration of non-fungible tech into the broader Creator Economy and enterprise solutions.

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Monad Airdrop Farmer Spends All $112K On Failed Trades

Monad Airdrop Farmer Spends All $112K On Failed Trades

The post Monad Airdrop Farmer Spends All $112K On Failed Trades appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. A crypto airdrop farmer lost more than $112,000 in newly issued tokens by burning the entire reward on failed blockchain transactions. In crypto, a professional airdrop farmer (or squatter) is a person who interacts with emerging protocols solely for the airdrop rewards, often using multiple wallets to compound the rewards. Cryptocurrency wallet 0x7f4 received about $112,700 worth of Monad (MON) tokens as a reward for activity leading up to the launch. In an unfortunate turn of events, the trader lost the entire $112,000 across hundreds of failed blockchain transactions, which all deducted gas fees despite not being completed, according to blockchain data from Solscan. “Congratulations to 0x7f4e…fa7d who managed to spend their entire Monad airdrop (112.7k) on failed txn fees,” wrote crypto investor Joe, in a Monday X post. Transactions for wallet 0x7f4. Source: Solscan Related: Nasdaq-listed Enlivex plans $212M RAIN token play with ex-Italian PM onboard The incident serves as a reminder to run test transactions before large-scale transfers, which involve users sending a small amount of funds to the destination address to verify that the transfer parameters are correct. Based on the transaction patterns, the user behind the wallet probably submitted hundreds of transactions in a short time, likely through a script, but didn’t notice that the first transactions had begun failing. Related: $1.9B exodus and flicker of hope hits crypto investment funds: CoinShares SlowMist warns of Monad claim portal hack The incident came as some Monad airdrop recipients reported missing allocations. According to Cos, founder of blockchain security firm SlowMist, a vulnerability in the Monad claim portal allowed hackers to bind a user’s allocation to an attacker-controlled wallet. Multiple users reported not receiving their airdrop shares, which were “bound to a hacker’s address” before the allocation was disseminated, wrote Cos in a Tuesday X post. Cos said…

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Best Coin to Buy Now: 12 Emerging and Established Crypto Coins

Best Coin to Buy Now: 12 Emerging and Established Crypto Coins

The cryptocurrency market in November 2025 is seeing renewed momentum as presale tokens and established networks gain attention. Multichain ecosystems and gamified reward systems are driving higher adoption for new crypto coins. For traders evaluating the next opportunity, identifying the best coin to buy now is crucial to identify, as early access in top crypto […] The post Best Coin to Buy Now: 12 Emerging and Established Crypto Coins appeared first on TechBullion.

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Expert Top Picks for Massive Gains

Expert Top Picks for Massive Gains

The post Expert Top Picks for Massive Gains  appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The cryptocurrency market is showing renewed strength as it heads into the 2025 cycle. Bitcoin has climbed back above $88,000, approaching $90,000, while Ethereum is steadily moving toward $3,000. Market sentiment has shifted away from extreme fear, contrasting sharply with previous downturns such as FTX and Terra. As confidence returns, traders are rotating back into high-beta assets, with meme coins once again drawing attention for potential short-term gains. Source – Cryptonews YouTube Channel Best Meme Coins to Watch and Buy in 2026 As capital returns to the crypto market, certain meme coins are regaining prominence. While many follow Bitcoin’s trends, some tokens have the potential to outperform during bullish phases. Here are top picks for 2025: Toshi (TOSHI) Toshi is currently trading around $0.00039 after a recent pullback. The correction follows several weeks of rapid gains and appears connected to profit-taking and increasing Bitcoin dominance. Despite the dip, the Toshi community remains engaged, with ongoing discussions, social visibility, and hints from developers about integrations with Solana tools and gamified features. Analysts consider this a healthy reset, creating potential entry points for investors. Turbo (TURBO) Turbo has rebounded from key support at $0.0015, gaining nearly 10% in the past 24 hours. While it hasn’t yet reached its 2023–2024 highs, the token has consistently held above this support, suggesting buyers are stepping in at lower prices. Resistance sits around previous highs at $0.0040–$0.0065, and if buying pressure continues, Turbo could test these levels in the near term. Beyond its meme coin appeal, Turbo’s AI features provide practical utility, attracting attention from traders in both meme and AI-focused markets. Recent data shows Turbo among the top gainers on Binance, reflecting strong demand. Bonk (BONK) Bonk has surged around 8%, trading near $0.00001. Strong Solana ecosystem activity, NFT integrations, and consistent community hype support the…

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Taurus strengthens institutional custody on Canton Network

Taurus strengthens institutional custody on Canton Network

The post Taurus strengthens institutional custody on Canton Network appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Canton Network, the public blockchain specifically designed for the regulated financial sector and already adopted by giants like Goldman Sachs, BNP Paribas, and Deutsche Börse, takes a decisive step towards expanding its infrastructure. The network, which hosts over 6 trillion dollars in tokenized assets, has announced a strategic partnership with Taurus SA, a global leader in digital asset custody for financial institutions. Taurus: the new Super Validator of the Canton network Founded in 2018 in Switzerland, Taurus has quickly established itself as a benchmark in digital asset infrastructure, offering issuance, custody, and trading services for cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets, NFTs, and digital currencies. With a global presence that includes 13 offices and regulation under the supervision of FINMA, Taurus serves over 35 leading banks, including State Street, Santander, Credit Suisse, and Deutsche Bank. Taurus enters the Canton Network in a dual capacity: on one hand as a strategic partner for the custody of digital assets according to the Canton Token standard, and on the other as a Super Validator (SV). This role involves active participation in the security, maintenance, and governance of the network, through the validation of critical operations and contribution to the consensus of the blockchain. The Added Value of Institutional Custody The integration of Taurus allows existing financial institution clients to directly and compliantly access the Canton ecosystem, without the need to develop new infrastructure or enter agreements with additional providers. This marks the first time a major institutional custodian commits to supporting the Canton Token standard, representing a turning point in the mass adoption of blockchain for financial instruments such as bonds, repos, and tokenized money market funds. Canton Network: Privacy, Compliance, and Interoperability Canton Network stands out as the first public blockchain designed to meet the needs of regulated financial institutions. The network ensures 24/7 operational…

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Pump.fun Co-Founder Rejects $436M Cash-Out Reports

Pump.fun Co-Founder Rejects $436M Cash-Out Reports

The post Pump.fun Co-Founder Rejects $436M Cash-Out Reports appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Pseudonymous Pump.fun co-founder Sapijiju rejected claims that the project cashed out more than $436 million in stablecoins, calling the allegations “complete misinformation” from the blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain.  In an X post, Sapijiju addressed the report, insisting that none of the transferred funds were sold. He said the USDC originated from the PUMP token’s initial coin offering (ICO) and was simply redistributed to internal wallets as part of the company’s treasury management process.  “What’s happening is a part of Pump’s treasury management, where USDC from the $PUMP ICO has been transferred into different wallets so the company’s runway can be reinvested into the business,” Sapijiju. “Pump has never directly worked with Circle.”  Treasury management happens when a project allocates, stores and moves its funds, such as operating capital, ICO proceeds or reserves, to ensure it can continue running. The transfers don’t necessarily indicate selling and can involve wallet reorganization and preparing budgets for future developments. Cointelegraph reached out to Lookonchain and Pump.fun, but had not received a response by publication.  Source: Sapijiju Fund movement sparked fears of selling pressure Sapijiju’s comments came after Lookonchain reported that wallets linked to the Solana memecoin launchpad had moved $436 million in USDC to the crypto exchange Kraken since mid-October, which was widely interpreted as a large-scale cash-out.  The fund movements coincided with Pump’s monthly revenue falling below $40 million for the first time since July, declining to $27.3 million in November, according to DefiLlama data. Despite this, data platforms DefiLlama, Arkham and Lookonchain showed that the Pump.fun-tagged wallet still held more than $855 million in stablecoins and $211 million in Solana (SOL).  Nicolai Sondergaard, research analyst at crypto intelligence platform Nansen, interpreted the perceived sell-off as a precursor to further selling. EmberCN said that the funds originated from institutional private placements of the…

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Russia May Drop ‘Superqual’ Rule to Open Crypto to More Investors

Russia May Drop ‘Superqual’ Rule to Open Crypto to More Investors

TLDR Russia may drop top-tier rule limiting legal crypto to ultra-wealthy. Regulators aim to ease access and grow the domestic crypto market. Ministry of Finance and Central Bank now agree on most crypto issues. Crypto may gain traction in Russia amid inflation and payment shifts. Russia’s Ministry of Finance is working to simplify crypto investor [...] The post Russia May Drop ‘Superqual’ Rule to Open Crypto to More Investors appeared first on CoinCentral.

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Crypto Scam Geographic Map: From Silicon Valley to Mumbai, Victims Worldwide

Crypto Scam Geographic Map: From Silicon Valley to Mumbai, Victims Worldwide

Author: Mars_DeFi Compiled by: Chopper, Foresight News In the early days of cryptocurrency development, many people believed that fraud was an inevitable price to pay for innovation, and that "project collapses" or "exit scams" were limited to a small number of criminals in unregulated corners of the internet. But over the years, independent investigative journalists like ZachXBT have gradually revealed a disturbing truth: cryptocurrency scams have become globalized. Between 2022 and 2025 alone, ZachXBT documented 118 cases of financial fraud of various types, ranging from multi-million dollar NFT scams to sophisticated cross-chain money laundering networks. His investigative reports exposed fraudsters across continents: from Memecoin projects endorsed by Silicon Valley influencers to Telegram scam groups in Mumbai and pump-and-dump schemes in Istanbul. The consistency presented by the data is alarming: no country or region is immune to scammers. The Myth of Regional Fraudsters The location display feature recently added to the social platform X, intended to improve transparency, has sparked discussions related to xenophobia. Many users have begun attacking others based on the account's country of origin, particularly targeting accounts related to India, Nigeria, and Russia, labeling all people in these countries as "fraudsters." But ZachXBT's survey tells a completely different story. Here is a brief summary of ZachXBT's survey data from the past three years: Of the 118 verified fraud cases: Approximately 41% originated from Asia (India, China, Southeast Asia). Approximately 28% originated from North America Approximately 15% originates from Europe. Approximately 10% involves Africa. Approximately 6% remain anonymous due to the untraceable nature of the mixer or privacy coin. The geographical distribution of fraudsters in these 118 reports is also noteworthy: Geographical distribution of cryptocurrency scammers identified by ZachXBT The data reveals not just a problem region, but a global moral deficiency. The data above reveals a key fact that is often overlooked in online discussions: despite the frequent and unfair labeling of Africans (especially Nigerians) as cryptocurrency scammers, the reality is quite the opposite. This shows that cryptocurrency scams are not limited to a particular region, but are a global problem that transcends borders, languages, and cultures. Examining Cryptocurrency Scams from a Macro Perspective 1) The country with the highest amount of money stolen from each victim between January 2025 and June 2025. For those who blindly blame Nigeria or India, the first chart is shocking enough. The 10 countries with the highest average amount stolen per victim are: UAE – Approximately US$78,000 United States – Approximately $77,000 Chile – Approximately US$52,000 India – Approximately US$51,000 Lithuania – Approximately US$38,000 Japan — Approximately US$26,000 Iran – Approximately $25,000 Israel – Approximately US$12,000 Norway – Approximately US$12,000 Germany – Approximately US$11,000 Did you notice? Nigeria isn't even on this list, while the UAE, the US, several European countries, and several Asian countries are prominently featured. If those stereotypes were true, Nigeria or India should be at the top of this list, but that's not the case. 2) Global Wallet Victim Map (2022-2025) The geographical distribution becomes clearer when we broaden our perspective to include the total number of victims worldwide. Victims are located in North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa, and Asia. Regions with a high number of victims include: Western and Eastern Europe, North America, parts of Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. What about Africa? Compared to Europe, the Americas, and Asia, the total number of wallets lost in Africa is far fewer. This is not my subjective judgment, but an objective fact presented by the map. 3) Regions with the fastest growth in cryptocurrency scam victims (2024-2025 year-on-year comparison) The third chart shows the regions with the most rapid increase in fraud, with the year-on-year growth rate of victims in each region as follows: Eastern Europe – approximately 380% Middle East and North Africa – Approximately 300% Central Asia/South Asia and Oceania – Approximately 270% North America — Approximately 230% Latin America – Approximately 200% Asia-Pacific region – approximately 140% Europe (as a whole) – approximately 120% Sub-Saharan Africa – Approximately 100% To reiterate, Africa's growth rate ranks last. Meanwhile: The growth of victims in Europe and the Middle East and North Africa is among the highest in the world. North America and Latin America followed closely behind. The Asia-Pacific region and the region where India is located are at a medium level. Africa is the least affected region in the entire dataset. If Nigeria were the global center of fraud, Africa would certainly not be at the bottom of this ranking. The truth is: cryptocurrency scams are not a problem in Nigeria or India, but a global problem. Data completely shatters stereotypes: The country with the highest amount of money stolen from a single victim is not an African or Indian country. The region with the fastest growth in fraud is not Africa or India. Africa has the lowest year-on-year growth rate of victims. So why are Nigerians and Indians unfairly labeled as "scammers"? Because people often judge based on emotions rather than evidence; because a viral scam in one region can become a collective label for 200 million people, and online prejudice spreads much faster than the truth. According to the data: Nigeria is not one of the countries with the highest losses. Africa saw the lowest increase in the number of victims of fraud. The statistics for Europe and North America are even worse. Asian regions such as the UAE and India are facing high-value thefts. If a region has the most scammers, then the victims in that region will also be very numerous (scammers tend to operate in places they are familiar with). However, Africa and India do not exhibit this pattern at all. If Nigerians and Indians were to generalize like others, they could easily point the finger at Europe, the United States, South America, the Middle East, and North Africa. But they didn't do that because responsible people understand that scammers are everywhere—in every race, every region, and every country; and that victims of scams are all over the world; and that no group should be labeled because of the actions of a few criminals. Recent posts by @TheQuartering and others criticizing "Indian scammers" (x.com/TheQuartering/status/1992098997281194375) vividly demonstrate how xenophobia exploits people's real suffering. Portraying an entire country or community as criminals only exacerbates the harm. ZachXBT's investigation also uncovered scams perpetrated by US YouTube bloggers, European DeFi developers, and Asian marketing groups. Cryptocurrency scams are not determined by nationality, but rather by a combination of unchecked anonymity, greed, and regulatory indifference. How can we do better? For cryptocurrencies to mature, they need not only regulation but also a collective ethical shift. This can be addressed through the following approaches: Replace nationality bias with transparency: require project founders to undergo public audits, complete KYC, and disclose on-chain information, rather than making arbitrary judgments based on nationality. Support investigative journalism: Investigators like ZachXBT and small communities of detectives have helped prevent potential losses of millions of dollars. We should disseminate their work, not nationalist noise. Always be cautious: Treat every project as a potential scam until it is proven to be reliable. Report, don't mock: When you discover a suspicious account, use verification channels or reporting resources instead of spreading hatred. summary Cryptocurrencies were born from the ideals of decentralization and freedom, but in the absence of accountability, these ideals have been distorted into tools of global exploitation. Every region has scammers, and every region has victims. Let's stop "on-chain xenophobia."

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Pump.fun Co-Founder Denies $436 Million USDC Cash-Out Allegations

Pump.fun Co-Founder Denies $436 Million USDC Cash-Out Allegations

TLDR Pump.fun co-founder Sapijiju denied claims that the project cashed out over $436 million in stablecoins. Sapijiju explained that the funds were part of Pump.fun’s treasury management process and not a sale. The transfers involved USDC from the PUMP token’s ICO and were moved to internal wallets for business reinvestment. Lookonchain’s report raised concerns, claiming [...] The post Pump.fun Co-Founder Denies $436 Million USDC Cash-Out Allegations appeared first on CoinCentral.

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Top 5 Smart Contract Audit Companies to Look Out In 2026

Top 5 Smart Contract Audit Companies to Look Out In 2026

Top 5 Smart Contract Audit Companies to Look Out In 2026 — Essential Insights, Proven Picks & Expert Breakdown Understanding Smart Contract Audits

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Surviving the Meme Apocalypse: Key Factors Behind Memecoin Longevity — Spotlight on BAMBITZ

Surviving the Meme Apocalypse: Key Factors Behind Memecoin Longevity — Spotlight on BAMBITZ

Surviving the Meme Apocalypse: Key Factors Behind Memecoin Longevity — Spotlight on BAMBITZSurviving the meme coin apocalypse, being amongst the

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