Crypto's people problem
This is why we really need decentralized finance
Ethereum’s comeback week: Upgrades and new narratives
Ethereum staged a major comeback this week with a 30% price surge and the successful rollout of its Pectra upgrade, which improves wallet UX, staking, and scaling. After months of doubt, the network is regaining momentum — and investor confidence.
Shifting authentication from renting access to owning your identity
Web3 is creating a shift from social logins to self-sovereign identity with ENS, Farcaster, and ZK tech — own your access, reputation, and digital self.
Gold moves onchain and joins the race for neutral money
Gold tokens like XAUT and PAXG are booming in 2025. What’s driving demand? And how does gold fit into the future of digital money.
Onchain reputation as a stand-in for a credit score
Onchain reputation is emerging as a transparent, user-driven alternative to the credit score, aligning with Open Money's vision for financial agency.
Stock exchanges vs decentralized exchanges: Same goal, different DNA
Stock exchanges and decentralized exchanges both match buyers and sellers, but the mechanics, governance, and risks are worlds apart.