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In criminal cases, if there is a significant fluctuation in cryptocurrency prices within a short period, how should the amount involved in the crime be determined? Different standards of determination could directly influence the future direction of the case.

In this research article, we (1) present the history of cryptocurrency in Japan, particularly in terms of various regulatory developments, (2) look at where Japan stands today, and finally (3) explore several major players in the domestic crypto industry.

This article explores the evolution of yield models within the DeFi ecosystem, as well as protocols that use elements like RWA (Real-World Assets) and basis trading to maintain yield and liquidity. The development of on-ramp and off-ramp solutions and changes centered around cross-chain interoperability will replace these centralized factors, enhance user convenience in the DeFi ecosystem, and continue to drive innovation in new DeFi protocols as blockchain usage increases.

This article delves into the contents of the Monetary Authority of Singapore's white paper "Global Layer 1: Foundation Layer for Financial Networks," which details a blueprint for the development of global financial infrastructure based on Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). The article analyzes the shortcomings of the current financial market infrastructure and proposes a vision to achieve cross-border payments and asset tokenization through the establishment of open and interoperable DLT infrastructure. This initiative will help reduce operating costs for financial institutions, improve market liquidity and efficiency, and ensure compliance with international regulatory standards.

This article delves into the roots of value investing and how it can be applied to Bitcoin. It traces the philosophy from its inception in the late 1920s by Benjamin Graham and David Dodd to its refinement by Warren Buffett and others. While Bitcoin isn't a traditional security, the core principles of value investing - including a long-term perspective, contrarian thinking, and the power of compounding returns - can be applied to Bitcoin analysis. The article suggests that understanding Bitcoin's investment value and potential is enhanced through a value investing lens.

The large-scale adoption of any blockchain or B2C application depends on the price of its token, or rather, the industry not constantly facing the risk of imminent collapse. To a great extent, the biggest issue in the development of cryptocurrency is its growth. The alternating cycles of euphoria during market booms and despair during downturns, occurring approximately every four years, are a consequence of cryptocurrency's pursuit of mass adoption.

Payments are a crucial scenario in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, with tens of thousands of cryptocurrency payments occurring both on-chain and off-chain every day. A new cryptocurrency often appreciates in value due to its practical use in payments, making payments an essential bridge connecting the Web2 and Web3 worlds. In recent years, traditional payment providers have been actively entering the Web3 payment space, launching products such as stablecoins and peer-to-peer transaction infrastructures. The driving forces behind this trend include the high profit potential of the cryptocurrency industry, intense competition and high operational costs in traditional payment businesses, and the payment advantages brought by new technologies. As more countries begin to regulate and legalize cryptocurrency payments, the prevalence of crypto payments will further increase. The development of blockchain technology and applications will further enhance the convenience, efficiency, and security of Web3 payment services

This article analyzes the recent panic in the cryptocurrency market, focusing on the large short positions in Bitcoin futures at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). Since launching BTC futures trading in 2017, CME now holds 28.75% of the market. Currently, CME's short positions amount to $5.8 billion, raising concerns about large-scale shorting of BTC by Wall Street. The author analyzes the data and suggests that these short positions are likely due to institutional investors arbitraging the price difference between CME futures and Bitcoin spot ETFs, rather than simply being bearish on the market. The article also discusses the potential impact of this arbitrage strategy on ETF net inflows and Bitcoin prices, urging investors to reassess the significance of the relevant data. Additionally, it points out that there are still bearish forces in the market, so caution is advised.

This article further explores the legal risks of KOL round financing, including false advertising, suspected pyramid schemes, and accomplice risks, and provides suggestions to avoid these risks to maintain the healthy development of the crypto market.

Recently, scams in the cryptocurrency space have become rampant, leading to losses of 4.6 billion dollars in 2023 and 500 million dollars already lost in early 2024. Common problems include vulnerabilities in DeFi protocols (like flash loan attacks and oracle manipulation), phishing websites, and fake airdrops. To protect yourself, enhance your security awareness, regularly check and revoke unknown authorizations, use cold wallets for most of your assets, and avoid clicking on unknown links or downloading unfamiliar plugins.

As the top trading platform in the Sui ecosystem, Bluefin relies on its efficient transaction processing speed, transparent on-chain security mechanism and user-friendly operating interface to provide users with a derivatives + spot multi-variety trading experience, while building ecological infrastructure facilities on the Sui network and create a decentralized financial ecosystem. Through its innovative application layer design, Sui's technical advantages are fully demonstrated. Not only does it have significant advantages in transaction speed and cost, it also further promotes the popularity and application of the Sui ecosystem.

This article will attempt to analyze the internal logic behind PayPal's shift towards Crypto, the launch of PYUSD on Solana, and the evolutionary strategy of PYUSD towards Mass Adoption.

Governance tokens are typically defined as tokens that grant holders voting rights on certain project parameters, which may include implementing product updates, fee/income generation, and business development decisions. The article introduces the role of governance tokens in cryptocurrencies, substantiating their existence, and reveals two key features required for governance tokens: control over economic value and reliability of control. Governance tokens are a complex and controversial topic among crypto investors, with opinions ranging from “novel innovation” to “mostly unnecessary”. We fall closer to the former opinion and believe that a well-structured governance token can add significant value to a project.

This article delves into the relationship between the merchant class and cultural taste leaders, uncovering the difficulties in converting money into status. Despite the theoretical possibilities of transforming financial capital into social capital, the practical implementation is fraught with challenges.

This article introduces the well-known cryptocurrency market maker DWF Labs from a bird’s eye view. In recent years, this market maker has been mired in controversy. The article discusses DWF Labs' business model, recent investments, and reputation in the industry. It also mentions why market makers are needed, the DWF incident, and its impact on the industry. Some people believe that DWF Labs is a disruptive force in the industry, while others think they are manipulating the market. Overall, the article explores the complexity of the role that DWF Labs plays in the cryptocurrency market.