Vitalik Buterin suggests implementing zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machines (zk-EVMs) on the Ethereum base layer to accelerate the verification process on the blockchain without compromising decentralization and security. The technology enables smart contract execution on the blockchain with ZK proofs. It would be the third type of Ethereum client, along with the consensus and execution clients. […]

Despite a 45% price gain, Bitcoin’s liquidity has dropped to a 10-month low due to the ongoing financial crisis and regulatory actions against crypto companies. The collapse of crypto-friendly banks has led to a liquidity crisis, causing increased price volatility and higher fees for traders. (Read More)

BitKeep Wallet has reached over 10 million users, with 560,000 new users in March due to successful campaigns with Arbitrum and Sui. Bitget has invested $30 million in the platform, resulting in a rebranding to Bitget Wallet while remaining an independent entity. (Read More)

Italy’s national data agency raised concerns about privacy violations and age verification, resulting in Microsoft-backed OpenAI taking ChatGPT offline. The Italian Deputy Prime Minister criticized the ban as excessive and harmful to national business and innovation. OpenAI stated it adheres to privacy regulations and is willing to cooperate with Italy’s privacy regulatory body. (Read More)

MEV bots attempting sandwich trades lost $25 million worth of digital assets to a rogue validator. The loss included Wrapped Bitcoin, USD Coin, Tether, Dai, and Wrapped Ether. Blockchain security firm CertiK explained that the attack was due to the centralization of power with validators, making them vulnerable to such attacks. (Read More)

A browser extension named “Eight Dollars” is helping Twitter users distinguish between actual verified accounts and Twitter Blue subscribers, who pay for their verification badge. It shows whether an account has paid for verification or earned it through the traditional process. (Read More)

Astar Network is launching the second iteration of its smart contracts that support both Ethereum Virtual Machine and WebAssembly Virtual Machine on its mainnet on April 6. The Astar team invited community members to a panel discussion led by its executives and Polkadot developers to discuss how WASM can be utilized. (Read More)

OKX, a cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 technology developer, has announced the launch of a metaverse fan experience in collaboration with Manchester City footballer Rúben Dias. The immersive experience allows fans to virtually experience Dias’ favorite training techniques and receive coaching and tips. (Read More)

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) has warned several foreign cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, of conducting business in the country without proper registration, violating the nation’s fund settlement laws. The FSA has been cracking down on unregistered crypto exchanges since 2020, and this warning signifies that the cryptocurrency industry in Japan and other nations is facing […]

XRP’s 5-month high mark of $0.53 price range got slipped. The token is proving its value in the Korean crypto exchanges. Ripple (XRP), a prominent altcoin with the 6th position in the global crypto ranking, gained its price back in the month of March. But April’s movement seems to not follow that path. The hope […]