Now that the digital dust has settled on DraftKings’ $10 million settlement… That’s particularly the case with their Reignmakers NFT platform, which is at the center of this decision. The class-action lawsuit alleged DraftKings was offering unregistered securities. To the surprise of many, a federal judge expressly ruled that these...
Imagine this: a bright-eyed college student, let's call him Alex, scrolling through Twitter, sees the hype around DraftKings' Reignmakers NFTs. He's a sports fan, tech-savvy, and figures, "Why not? It's a fun way to maybe make some extra cash." He loads up a few hundred bucks into these dorky looking...
The CloneX incident – art disappearing as a result of a Cloudflare terms of service infringement – was not an isolated occurrence. It’s a very loud and very bright neon sign blinking directly at all the very real cracks in the foundation of our NFT infrastructure. Let's be blunt: it...
Who could forget when Web3 was going to free us as digital entrepreneurs and disintermediate everything? Decentralization! Ownership! Freedom from the clutches of Big Tech! Yeah, about that…For example, just last week, Cloudflare blocked access to RTFKT’s CloneX NFT artwork. This move dramatically exposes the emperor’s lack of raiment. Or,...
The world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) experienced a stark reminder of the internet's centralized nature recently when artwork associated with RTFKT's CloneX project temporarily disappeared. This wasn't due to a blockchain issue, but rather a takedown related to Cloudflare's Terms of Service (TOS). This case illustrates the weaknesses of depending...
Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback and one of sports’ biggest stars, is no stranger to headlines at work and away. Now, he’s taking on the world of digital collectibles with his own NFT marketplace. Is this new business a victory for art lovers everywhere, or simply another...
Mahomes launching "The Museum of Mahomes"? It's got my attention, but as someone who's seen trends come and go, I'm asking: is this a touchdown or an interception?NFT Craze: The New Beanie Babies?Let’s face it, the NFT marketplace hardly resembles old-school technology innovation and more closely resembles the dot-com bubble...
Patrick Mahomes. The name itself evokes an entire mythology of no-look passes, Super Bowl championships and a seemingly infinite reservoir of charm. He's a cultural icon. Now, he's stepping into the world of NFTs with "The Museum of Mahomes," and while the ambition is clear, I can't help but wonder...
I think of Sarah, the single mother I met on a chat board. She poured her stimulus check into a CloneX NFT, believing the hype, the promises of a digital future where she could build wealth for her daughter. To her, it was a lifeline, an opportunity to break free...
The new world of NFTs, with its allure of digital ownership and revolutionary technology, is not free of traps. One of the most high-profile examples is the CloneX project. This formerly lauded NFT collection faced an extinction event due to the pitfalls of centralized hosting. This unfortunate event provides an...
Bitcoin’s dominance — its share of the total cryptocurrency market cap — is one of the most important technical indicators that so-called “smart money” investors follow. Bitcoin dominance (BTC.D) is the ratio of Bitcoin’s market cap compared to the total market cap of all cryptocurrencies. An increased Bitcoin dominance indicates...
The crypto world is at a crossroads. You’re hearing it from everyone, especially those with old school interests, that Bitcoin dominance is not just going to happen, but that it should be that way. That all altcoins are just “shitcoins” that will eventually disappear. They preach a gospel of digital...
You’ve probably fallen victim to the sexy siren song of the altcoin. They promise high, often unimaginable returns and advertise themselves as the new innovation that will dethrone Bitcoin. Are these just pie in the cybersky? I’m here to explain to you why, for the overwhelming majority of you, they’re...
XRP is one digital asset that’s gotten the attention of many investors, experienced and inexperienced. It has taken its hits in the crypto world. After a recent 30% decrease, XRP investors are looking for the catalyst that will allow the asset to dance towards the $1.00 mark and beyond. Hiroshi...
Ouch. That 30% plunge since January really hurts the most right now, am I right? Particularly for all of us who invested in XRP expecting a quick moonshot. Why did that 63% chance of reaching an all-time high in 2025 nosedive to just 39%? Yeah, that's a gut punch. We're...
It's been a wild ride, hasn't it? The last four-plus months have passed like a whirlwind. With legs-shaking ascents and gut-twisting descents, a new generation is starting to wonder whether the heyday is over. Since the start of this year, prices have dropped 30%. Now, they stand at about $2.31,...
This is the test. Is Bitcoin truly the people’s currency, or simply a virtual playground for the already wealthy? As analysts whisper about a potentially sluggish Q3 for Bitcoin, with retail investors salivating for a new all-time high that may never materialize this summer, a more uncomfortable truth is bubbling...
For crypto enthusiasts, staying ahead means understanding market trends and historical patterns. Hiroshi Tanaka, a Tokyo-based blogger, offers insights into why Bitcoin might underperform in the third quarter (Q3) and why Ethereum could be a brighter prospect. Token ATH! is designed to provide you with the fast-paced, hard-hitting crypto insights...