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Users of the crypto-friendly browser will be able to access popular decentralized apps, including DEXs like PancakeSwap, 1inch based on BNB Chain. Opera – a web browser supporting Web3 – has announced support for Binance’s smart contract blockchain, BNB Chain, on desktop and mobile. Opera Taps BNB Chain According to the official blog post, Opera revealed that the latest integration of its Crypto Browser with BNB will enable users to purchase BNB tokens with fiat as well as...

Italian high-end luxury fashion house Gucci is all set to accept cryptocurrency in five stores in the US later this month. The move comes as the company continues to explore Web 3. Gucci Taps Crypto According to a report by Vogue, Gucci also plans to amplify the pilot to all of its North American stores this summer that the leading luxury brand directly operates. In the beginning, Gucci will accept 12 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, Wrapped...

Crypto adoption in the United Kingdom continues to rise, with a reported 33% of the country’s consumers having previously invested in such assets. The figure is up 4% from six months prior, and is second in Europe only to the Netherlands’ whopping 47% statistic. Britons Buying Bitcoin The stat was gleaned from a bi-annual analysis conducted by Qualtrics, on behalf of cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase. It found that 61% of Britons who already own cryptocurrency plan to increase...

As more and more users are entering the Web 3 space, scaling has become one of the most interesting conversations. Move over Layer 1 and Layer 2. The latest beef is between Subnet and Supernet. Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal took a jibe at Avalanche’s leadership, calling it “insecure” and “resorting to shit talking.” Subnet and Supernet It all started when Polygon announced Supernet to accelerate the adoption of layer 2 as well as blockchain technology. The new...

After the Central African Republic (CAR) announced adopting Bitcoin as legal tender and legalized the use of cryptocurrencies last month, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that such a move might cause financial instability in the country. The criticism came on the heels of the organization expressing hawkish opinions on multiple occasions against El Salvador’s adoption of Bitcoin and president Nayib Bukele’s ambitious plan to introduce Bitcoin-backed bonds. The...

Renowned American rapper and actor – O’Shea Jackson Sr. (better known as Ice Cube) – asserted that he is a supporter of the first-ever memecoin Dogecoin. Thus, he put his name next to the likes of Elon Musk, Roger Ver, Snoop Dogg, Gene Simmons, and more. Ice Cube Among the DOGE Proponents Despite being created as a joke in 2013, Dogecoin emerged as a leading digital asset with a market capitalization of over $17 billion. The token also attracted numerous celebrities who...

After becoming the hottest trend in fintech and crypto over the past few months, the NFT space transitioned to a cooldown phase. But this trend appears to be changing as well as the latest edition of the Dapp Industry Report by Dapp Radar suggested that the market is coming back to life. Moonbirds, Otherdeed NFT Collections, Smash Records According to the report shared with CryptoPotato, it was the launch of two of the most anticipated collections ever has revived the sector...

The government of Dubai is not slowing down its efforts to promote the development of the local crypto industry and its appeal to crypto enthusiasts. On May 03, The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) announced the purchase of a piece of land in The Sandbox metaverse, meant for the development of virtual headquarters. According to an official statement, the VARA is stepping into the Metaverse to reach a “borderless audience,” while also improving social inclusion...

Popular Bitcoin miner Argo Blockchain has announced taking on additional debt under Argo’s equipment financing agreement from a subsidiary of New York Digital Investment Group (NYDIG). The move will help Argo fund the purchase of mining equipment for its Helios facility in Dickens County, Texas. Argo Seeks Additional Equipment Financing From NYDIG As part of the financing, Argo will borrow up to $70.6 million from NYDIG, the interest rates set at 12%, the official press...

Bitcoin-friendly politician – James David Vance – won the Ohio Republican Senate primary election and will face the member of the Democratic party – Tim Ryan – in November this year. The voting will determine the next senator of Ohio, and, interestingly, Ryan is also a supporter of the crypto sector. Crypto Backers on the Final Stretch The American politician, venture capitalist, and author – James David Vance – secured a victory in the Ohio Senate Republican primary. He won...