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• A new proposal by Neon Foundation and Aave Chan Initiative outlines the deployment of Aave V3 on Neon EVM.
• The proposal is at the initial stage of community consideration and will proceed to a governance vote if sentiment is positive.

The Neon Foundation is seeking feedback from the Aave community over its proposal to deploy Aave V3 on Neon EVM mainnet. The proposal, also supported by Aave Chan Initiative (ACI), outlines the benefits of bringing Aave’s lending services to the EVM-compatible smart contract platform.

Neon EVM is built on Solana and allows for the scaling of Ethereum dApps on Solana.

“Temp check” for Aave V3 expansion to Neon EVM

According to Neon, the proposal is a “temperature check”. If a snapshot assessment shows supportive sentiment from the Aave community, this will proceed to the next step as an Aave Improvement Proposal (AIP). 

From here, a governance vote and potential adoption will see Aave V3 expand to the Solana-based platform as a minimal viable product (MVP).

“This proposal suggests deploying Aave V3 on Neon EVM Mainnet with limited deployment of initial assets and conservative risk parameters. This approach will enable Aave to strategically establish a presence in the Solana ecosystem while minimizing risk exposure,” the co-authors wrote.

Aave’s expansion to Neon EVM will enable access to an “unaddressed” group of users, add to network liquidity, and tap into Solana’s community and ecosystem.

Neon Foundation also notes that the integration could allow for further growth for the platform, including through capturing of share of the Solana DeFi ecosystem. This does not only have the potential to grow the network’s community and user base, but also increase its total value locked (TVL) and protocol revenue.

Neon highlights three collaterals in SOL, mSOL, jitoSOL. USDC is envisioned as a borrowable asset.

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• Venezuela officially halts Petro crypto after six years, converting assets to bolivar.
• Petro faced scepticism and limited adoption.
• Corruption scandal and crackdown on Bitcoin mining contributed to Petro’s downfall.

Venezuela is officially discontinuing its controversial Petro cryptocurrency, a project initiated by President Nicolas Maduro six years ago to counter US sanctions. Despite initial ambitions, the Petro faced hurdles, scepticism, and a corruption scandal.

As crypto wallets on the Patria Platform, the sole trading platform for Petro shut down, the remaining assets will be converted to the bolivar. The demise of Petro comes amidst a crackdown on crypto mining and a challenging economic landscape in Venezuela.

A brief history of the Petro cryptocurrency

Launched with much fanfare in February 2018, the Petro cryptocurrency was backed by Venezuela’s substantial petrol reserves and priced at $60 per unit. President Maduro aimed to utilize Petro for new international financing avenues, intending to circumvent economic sanctions imposed by the US. However, citizens struggled with its use, risk rating agencies labelled it a “scam,” and adoption remained limited.

Despite efforts in 2020 to mandate its use for state services, such as passport fees and airline fuel payments, Petro found practical application mainly in limited state operations, including tax payments and traffic fines.

On the Patria Platform, where Petro was traded, users could convert the cryptocurrency to bolivars through an auction system. However, Petro’s credibility continued to wane, and its use remained confined.

Downfall and demise: Petro’s final blow

The Petro faced its ultimate setback with a corruption scandal surrounding irregularities in oil operations conducted using crypto assets. The scandal led to the resignation of Petroleum Minister Tareck El Aissami and the detention of officials, including those from the Sunacrip crypto regulator.

This development triggered a crackdown on Bitcoin mining operations in Venezuela, where cryptocurrencies had been popular as a hedge against hyperinflation and bolivar devaluation. A temporary ban on crypto mining, linked to a corruption scheme investigation, resulted in the arrest of around 80 individuals and impacted the industry Maduro aimed to promote.

In its wake, Venezuela is left grappling with the challenges posed by the discontinuation of Petro and the broader implications for its crypto landscape amidst economic uncertainties and sanctions.

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• Binance, OKX apps removed from Google, Apple stores due to PMLA non-compliance.
• Indian traders flock to compliant platforms like WazirX, CoinSwitch Kuber, post-app removals.
• Pullix’s PLX presale gathers steam fueled by its innovative trade-to-earn model.

In a significant turn of events, Google and Apple have removed major cryptocurrency exchanges from their app stores in India. This move follows heightened regulatory scrutiny by the Financial Intelligence Unit of India (FIU-Ind).

Meanwhile, Pullix, an emerging trading exchange, is making waves with its ongoing PLX token presale, offering unique features and a game-changing revenue-sharing mechanism.

Pullix: hybrid crypto trading platform

Pullix, an innovative hybrid trading exchange currently conducting the presale of its native token, PLX, is making waves in the cryptocurrency space as popular exchanges face the wrath of regulatory authorities.

Ushering in a new era of trading experiences. The PLX token stands out as the market’s first “Trade-to-Earn” cryptocurrency, allowing users to earn instant rewards for trading on the platform and completing challenges.

The PLX presale is generating significant interest, with analysts predicting a 580% rise in the presale and a potential 100x increase on launch. The presale is in its sixth stage and the price has risen considerably from the initial price of $0.04 to its current price of $0.08.

As the presale progresses, investors and traders are drawn to the PLX token’s unique revenue-sharing mechanism. Holders have the opportunity to profit from the daily revenue of the exchange, earning a fixed passive income by providing liquidity to automated market makers once the exchange launched later in January. This approach sets Pullix apart, offering a reliable source of income in the volatile crypto landscape.

India’s crypto clampdown: Google and Apple remove exchanges

The crypto landscape in India is undergoing a seismic shift as major exchanges face removal from both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Binance, OKX, KuCoin, and others have been blocked following notices from the FIU-Ind, stating that these exchanges are operating illegally without registering as reporting entities under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

This regulatory action is part of a broader effort to bring offshore crypto exchanges into compliance with Indian regulations. The FIU-Ind’s notices, issued on December 28, 2023, highlighted concerns about money laundering activities on these platforms.

The Indian government has escalated its measures by urging the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to block the URLs of these exchanges, compelling them to register their services in India. The removal of these apps from app stores has impacted users’ access, marking a significant development in India’s stance on cryptocurrency trading.

Impact on Indian traders

India’s stringent regulatory environment, including a 30% capital gains tax and a 1% transaction levy, had prompted many Indian crypto traders to seek refuge on global platforms. However, the recent clampdown has resulted in a reverse trend.

With Google and Apple restricting access to major international exchanges, Indian traders are turning to domestic platforms like WazirX, CoinSwitch Kuber, and CoinDCX. These platforms, compliant with India’s anti-money laundering regulations, have witnessed a surge in registrations.

WazirX, for instance, reported a remarkable 250% surge in deposit inflows within four days of the FIU-Ind’s compliance notice to foreign exchanges. While this shift indicates a return to local platforms, it also leaves many Indian investors with assets stuck in the wallets of blocked foreign exchanges.

Conclusion

As India tightens its grip on cryptocurrency regulations, global exchanges are feeling the impact, leading to their removal from major app stores. The simultaneous rise of domestic platforms signals a shift in traders’ preferences, driven by regulatory compliance and the need for a secure trading environment.

Pullix’s PLX token presale adds an intriguing layer to the evolving crypto landscape, providing users with innovative opportunities for trading and earning in a market undergoing significant regulatory transformation.

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• Memecoin’s cultural value clashes with Memeinator’s AI-driven strategy for meme supremacy.
• Short-term dips forecasted for MEME, but long-term outlook signals growth potential.
• Memeinator’s MMTR token enters the meme coin race, battling for the top spot.

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency, two contenders are vying for the coveted title of the top meme coin—Memecoin (MEME) and Memeinator (MMTR).

Recent developments and price movements have set the stage for intense competition, with each project bringing its unique approach to the forefront. Let’s delve into the latest updates on Memecoin, explore its price predictions, and uncover the exciting details of Memeinator’s MMTR token presale.

Memecoin’s price movements: riding the waves

Memecoin (MEME) has boldly declared its lack of intrinsic value or financial promises, relying instead on the cultural phenomenon surrounding memes. Developed within the Memeland ecosystem by 9GAG, MEME stands out as a unique player in the cryptocurrency landscape.

Recent days have seen MEME navigating the crypto seas with both bullish and bearish winds. Opening at $0.02705, bears initially had the upper hand, but bulls staged a comeback around $0.02100, stabilizing the market. The price found crucial support at $0.025, propelling MEME to a daily high of $0.02968.

Memecoin price prediction: short-term and long-term forecasts

In the short term, market analysts predict a slight dip in MEME’s value. However, despite the current bearish sentiment, the Fear & Greed Index registers 71 (Greed), indicating a dynamic market.

For the long term, analysts foresee memecoin (MEME) oscillating between a yearly low of $0.024312 and a high of $0.038052. DigitalCoinPrice anticipates volatility, with potential highs in the coming years, projecting a surge to $0.092991 in 2026 and $0.051937 in 2027.

Memeinator and the MMTR token presale                                               

In the competitive arena of meme coins, another coin, Memeinator, is also making headlines. According to the coin’s website, its mission is clear: to capture and destroy the weakest memes.

Powered by cutting-edge AI tech, Memeinator is on a relentless journey, eliminating unworthy projects and setting its sights on the top meme coin spot.

The Memeinator (MMTR) token, is currently in its presale stage. The presale allocates 62.5% to the community, 15% for marketing and CEX listings, and additional percentages for development, liquidity provision, and a competition pool. The presale is in its twelfth stage and the MMTR is currently going for $0.0186 and is expected to rise to $0.0197 in the next stage.

The project’s roadmap outlines phases like setting coordinates, unleashing the Memeinator, search and destroy, and ultimately achieving meme domination.

The unfolding meme coins battle

Both Memecoin and Memeinator are actively competing for the throne of the hottest meme coin. While Memecoin relies on its cultural significance and community-driven value, Memeinator brings forth its AI-powered Memeinator game and Memescanner, aiming for meme domination and eliminating threatening memes.

Memecoin’s cultural approach and Memeinator’s tech-fueled strategy showcase the diverse paths projects can take in this unique corner of the cryptocurrency market.

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• Bitbot (BITBOT) is a new Telegram trading app that launches its presale on January 17, 2024.
• As traders eye opportunities, cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin ETFs are getting in the spotlight.
• BITBOT holders will benefit from a unique revenue sharing model.

Cryptocurrency news headlines last week were predominantly about the roll out of spot Bitcoin ETFs. While focus is likely to continue hovering around the ETFs and the potential short term Bitcoin price outlook, this coming week could be big for traders amid the launch of Bitbot (BITBOT).

BlackRock holds 11,439 BTC amid ETF excitement

BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF was one of the key drives of the inflows and trading volume for spot Bitcoin ETFs after their debut on January 11. Data shows the asset manager’s holdings rose to 11,439 BTC over the two days of trading.

Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, also shared data showing Bitcoin ETFs saw more than $1.4 billion in new cash over the two days. With Grayscale’s GBTC’s recording outflows of about $579 million, the net inflows stood at over $819 million.

Meanwhile, BlackRock’s IBIT led the flows with $500 million as the cumulative trading volume hit $3.6 billion from 500,000 individual trades. If the analysis includes GBTC figures, individual trades reached 1.2 million, which the analyst says is an “impressive” feat.

The anticipation is that Bitcoin price will bounce amid further demand pressure. While the sharp BTC decline that followed Bitcoin ETF’s launch had traders scrambling, analysts believe the market will eventually embrace the long term impact of the ETFs’ approval.

Among tools that traders might want to tap into as the market matures is Bitbot.

What is Bitbot (BITBOT)?

Bitbot (BITBOT) is a new Telegram trading bot that’s billed the first non-custodial bot in the world, and is attracting huge attention.

One of the key aspects setting Bitbot apart from current Telegram bots is its focus on security and user privacy. Other than the advantage of access to institutional-graded trading tools, full custody of one’s assets is a major factor.

Retail traders eyeing this bot’s upcoming launch also see its robust security, enhanced by MPC custodial technology and backed by Knightsafe smart contract wallet, as a huge improvement on current offerings.

Bitbot’s Anti-MEV Bot and anti-rug features are also huge additions that will see the Telegram trading community avoid incidents such as those that hit Maestro and Unibot in 2023.

Bitbot presale goes live this week

Powering this platform is the native ERC-20 token BITBOT. This is the governance token and will also offer access to the trading bot’s bespoke wallet management and low gas options. 

BITBOT is also crucial in Bitbot’s revenue-sharing mechanism, offering holders an opportunity to earn a share of the revenue as the platform expands its utility across the trading ecosystem.

BITBOT has a total supply of 1 billion tokens, 30% of which is set for public presale starting on January 17, 2024.

Learn more about Bitbot’s upcoming launch here.

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