Arbitrum is accepting applications for its 8-week mentorship program aimed at supporting new blockchain-based businesses. The program will select 15 teams to receive mentoring sessions with leading crypto venture capital firms including Pantera Capital, Electric Capital, and Lightspeed Venture Partners. Selected teams will also participate in a Demo Day to pitch to investors and compete for up to $100,000 in rewards. Applications close April 7.
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Bitcoin could reach $1 million per coin under conservative scenarios, Bitwise CIO argues
Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan outlined a scenario where Bitcoin could appreciate to $1 million per coin based on what he describes as reasonably conservative assumptions. The analysis suggests that even with measured growth projections, BTC has potential for significant long-term appreciation from its current price near $70,000. Hougan’s assessment reflects a longer-term perspective on Bitcoin’s role in global financial markets and asset allocation.
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Aave founders advocate for reforms in DAO governance to enhance execution efficiency
In a recent article on X platform, Kulechov emphasized the need for reforms that streamline Aave’s governance. He notes that current processes delay important decisions and should be simplified to enhance agility in capturing lending market opportunities.
The Aave community is facing difficulties, with key contributors like BGD Labs and ACI withdrawing from discussions due to disagreements with Aave Labs over governance proposals, specifically the ‘Aave Will Win’ initiative.
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Large USDC transfer moves 217 million across wallets
A transfer of 217,134,031 USDC (approximately 217 triệu USD) moved between unknown wallets, according to whale tracking data. The transaction size represents a significant on-chain movement, though the origin and destination of the funds remain unidentified. Large stablecoin transfers often signal institutional activity or exchange consolidation, but without additional context, the specific intent behind this movement is unclear.
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Changpeng Zhao’s wealth exceeds Bill Gates, reaching 110 billion USD
Changpeng Zhao ranks 17th on Forbes’ billionaire list, while Bill Gates ranks 19th.
Binance commands a market share of approximately 38% with an annual trading volume exceeding 30 trillion USD.
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Bitcoin’s role as institutional asset draws discussion
A discussion between cryptocurrency figures explored Bitcoin’s status as a treasury asset for companies, the growing adoption of the Lightning network, and the foundational principles of cypherpunk philosophy. The conversation examined how institutional adoption of Bitcoin continues to evolve and the technical developments supporting its use cases.
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Gold and silver gains driven by debt and money supply, not war headlines
While geopolitical tensions capture market attention, the sustained gold and silver bull market is primarily driven by deeper macroeconomic factors. Debt levels, money supply expansion, and inflation pressures are the main catalysts supporting precious metals demand, according to market analysts. War-related headlines may create short-term volatility, but structural economic conditions remain the key driver of the commodity rally.
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Aptos set to unlock 11.31 million APT worth 10.88 million USD; is 69% of the supply staked enough?
On March 12, 2026, Aptos will unlock 11.31 million APT tokens worth 10.88 million USD, adding to potential sell pressure. Despite this, 69% of the circulating supply, totaling 832.8 million APT, remains staked, which could help offset the impact on the market.
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Aerodrome Slipstream WETH-USDC pool on Base offers 88.5% APY
The Aerodrome Slipstream WETH-USDC pool on Base blockchain is offering 88.5% APY with $13M in total value locked. High yield rates typically reflect elevated risk, and users should assess their risk tolerance and pool conditions before depositing.
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Bitcoin, Solana, and Ethereum lead CoinGecko trending list
Bitcoin (BTC) holds the top spot on CoinGecko’s trending coins, followed by Ethereum (ETH) at rank 2 and Solana (SOL) at rank 7. Smaller-cap assets gaining attention include Hyperliquid (HYPE) at rank 16, Bittensor (TAO) at rank 45, Pi Network (PI) at rank 41, and Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) at rank 107. The trending list reflects current market interest across different market caps, from the leading cryptocurrencies to emerging tokens.