💡 Crypto Startups: Your Funding Playbook for 2024 - 2025 💡

After enduring the highs and lows of 2023's bear market, the crypto landscape is evolving, with startups closing deals and investors cautiously returning. But how can early-stage ventures secure VC funding in this shifting market?

We break down key methods:
⚡️ Cold Outreach: Demanding yet strategic.
🤝 Personal Networks: Credible and effective.
🎤 Industry Events: Costly but impactful.
🎯 Platforms and communities: Targeted, efficient, and startup-friendly.

🔗 Dive into the full article for actionable insights

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🚀 AI Agents are taking over! 🚀

AI and crypto are coming together to create an endless, service-driven knowledge economy. These advancements transform AI from being isolated technology into an active participant in the economy, boosting productivity and sustainability. Crypto networks are becoming essential infrastructure for enabling AI systems to operate autonomously.

Technical Architecture
Crypto AI agents use a layered structure consisting of:
1. Blockchain Layer
2. AI and Data Analytics Layer
3. Interaction Layer
4. Security Layer

🟢Blockchain Layer
A blockchain network like Ethereum serves as the foundation, offering a decentralized and secure ledger for transactions. Smart contracts define how agents operate.

🟢AI and Data Analytics Layer
This layer processes raw data into useful insights and includes:
- Neural Networks: For tasks like predicting token prices.
- Reinforcement Learning Models: To help agents optimize strategies, such as maximizing returns in unstable markets.

🟢Interaction Layer
This is how AI agents communicate with users or systems. It includes APIs for connecting to DeFi platforms and crypto exchanges, along with wallets for managing transactions.

🟢Security Layer
Security is vital for AI agents handling financial tasks. Tools like multi-signature wallets ensure only approved transactions occur, while behavioral anomaly detection identifies suspicious activity, reducing fraud risks.

The Future of AI Agents
The future aligns closely with the evolution of AI itself. This transition is often described as the shift from AI 1.0 (smart tools like ChatGPT) to AI 2.0, where agents can independently perform complex tasks, adapt to user needs, and interact seamlessly with protocols, applications, and other agents.

🔥Have a great weekend ahead, stay safe and don't forget to buckle up; the cryptoverse is on the rise🔥

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🚀 Hot Web3 Narratives and Vertical Trends for the 2025 Bull Cycle

The Web3 space evolves through defining narratives — from DeFi in 2020 to NFTs in 2021. Now, as 2025 approaches, the buzz is growing around what could drive the next wave of innovation.

Our latest article explores the trends and technologies poised to shape the future of blockchain:
🔍 Why is user control becoming a top priority?
🔍 How is RWA tokenization bridging Web3 and traditional finance?
🔍 Can decentralized social networks reignite the Web3 creator economy?

👉 Discover these insights and more in the article

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⚙️ Get a 14 day free access to Cookie3 Analytics tools

InnMind expands its network of experts and tools to help web3 founders find the right strategy, connections and investors. And today we are happy to announce a new partnership with Cookie3.

🔎 Cookie3 is the leading Web3 growth tool suite, trusted by over 350 top projects including Mantle, Polygon, Linea, and Kyberswap. Cookie3 provides cutting-edge on-off-chain analytics, powerful KOL insights, and unique Airdrop tech to fuel engagement and accelerate user acquisition across the Web3 ecosystem.

More than 300 dApps choose Cookie3 as a leading behavioral AI Analytics platform that allows to:

◾️ Track website traffic and measure attribution.
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◾️ Gain insights into community quality and preferences with combined on-chain and off-chain data.
◾️ Automatically monitor KOL and Ambassador engagement, eliminating the need for endless Twitter scrolling to find relevant posts.
◾️ Correlate social media content with token performance and analyze brand sentiment.

➡️ Follow the link to learn on how you can claim your 14 day free access to Cookie3 Analytics and KOL Intelligence tool

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New Memecoin Supercycle? Let’s Get Real

The 2024 crypto market is showing some big changes in how memecoins and altcoins stack up. Memecoins are grabbing attention, while altcoins are looking a bit tired. Here’s why memecoins might be on the way up — and why altcoins are losing steam.

Why Altcoins Are Fading Out

First off, performance. Only 43 out of the top 300 tokens on CoinMarketCap actually beat Bitcoin this year. That’s not exactly winning. And let’s be real: altcoins lean hard on venture capital money. But venture funding? It’s slowing down, and fast. Meanwhile, new tokens keep hitting the market, so now we’ve got more projects fighting over a shrinking pie.

This “dilution” effect means most altcoins aren’t getting the capital they need to grow. They’re stuck in a crowded room with fewer dollars to go around, especially the ones still trying to survive on private sales and early VC rounds.

Memecoins: No VCs, Just Pure Hype

Memecoins play by different rules. Most of them are fully unlocked from day one, skipping the usual private sales and token vesting we see in VC-backed altcoins. This means no early whales cashing out on OTC deals before retail can even get in. Retail investors actually start on equal footing with the big players, which is rare in crypto.

With memecoins, it’s the community and raw demand that drive the market. No VCs pumping bags behind the scenes. The playing field is more level, and retail gets to ride the same wave as everyone else.

Small Market Cap, Big Potential

Even with all the hype, memecoins still have a relatively small market cap compared to the altcoin category. That means room to grow. As more investors look for simple, community-based projects, memecoins could eat up more of the crypto market share. It’s a bet on culture and crowd-driven hype.

Altcoins’ “Three Pillars” vs. Memecoins’ “Two”

Most altcoins try to balance three things: technology, community, and token. Memecoins, on the other hand, cut out the fluff. It’s just token + community. And honestly, in many altcoins, the “technology” is just a pitch to bring in people. Investors aren’t always here for groundbreaking tech — they want community, hype, and price action. Technology sells the token, but the token is what people actually want.

Bottom Line

Altcoins are feeling the pressure of limited venture funding and growing competition. Meanwhile, memecoins are capturing attention with their simple, community-first model and transparent market dynamics. If you’re watching for a new supercycle, memecoins could be where it’s starting.

🔗For a deeper dive, check out the video.

🔗P.S. One notable example is Foxy ($FOXY), our partner and the first memecoin on the Linea blockchain. It's got a strong community vibe and is gaining traction as a standout “culture coin.” Cool project, great team—definitely one to watch. You can check them out here.

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📈 Biggest Autumn Deals in Web3 – Steady Growth Continues! 🍂

The growth trend in Web3 funding, which began in June 2024, is showing no signs of slowing down this autumn:

📊 September: Web3 startups secured a total of $659.31 million in funding.
📊 October: Funding jumped to $860.13 million!
📊 November: Early data from DeFiLama shows 5 projects already raising $13.2 million this month, including Vlayer, AgentLayer, GameBeast Studio, Delabs Games, and AmplifyWorld. We’re optimistic the momentum will continue!

Blockchain Infrastructure and Blockchain Services took the lead, with Blockstream’s major October funding round, supported by Fulgur Ventures, standing out. These funds will support new Layer 2 solutions and expand Blockstream’s mining operations.

In September, modular blockchain project Celestia raised a record-breaking $155 million from Bain Capital Crypto, 1kx, Robot Ventures, and others, offering Web3 developers new levels of stack customizability.

But it’s not just infrastructure catching investor interest. Here are some of the standout autumn deals across other sectors:

◾️ Tune.fm – A decentralized music streaming platform, securing $50 million.
◾️ Azra Games – Pioneers in mobile RPGs, raising $42.7 million.
◾️ Huma Finance – Innovators in Payment Financing (PayFi) networks, with $38 million in funding.
◾️ Glow Labs – Advancing solar energy adoption globally, securing $30 million.

As we head into the final stretch of 2024, excitement is building across the Web3 landscape. With innovation surging and fresh funds flowing in, the sector is setting up for a powerful close to the year. Let’s see where this upward momentum takes us! 🚀

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Ethereum FUD and criticism are starting to intensify!

🟢State of play: Ethereum’s ecosystem faces a mix of challenges and ambitious goals, affecting its user experience, staking rewards, and even workforce adjustments within major contributing companies.

Vitalik Buterin recently responded to criticisms of Ethereum's Layer 2 network, acknowledging the user experience as fragmented but emphasizing a focus on future improvements rather than defending current limitations.

Tha future plan follows an interoperability roadmap to unify the Layer 2 ecosystem, promoting cross-chain ease of use and setting ambitious scalability goals of 100,000 transactions per second.

Amid these technical and economic pressures, Consensys, a key player in Ethereum’s development and creator of MetaMask, has announced a 20% workforce reduction.

🟢What’s next: Vitalik Buterin’s vision for cross-Layer 2 standards, aiming for 100,000 transactions per second, will demand strong developer collaboration to ensure consistency across different Layer 2s.

🟢Why it matters: Improving Layer 2 usability and staking competitiveness is essential for Ethereum’s continued growth and adoption, especially as it faces competition from other high-yield proof-of-stake networks.

🟢For builders and investors: Choosing a chain to build on is oftentimes more of a political and alignment decision instead of technological one.

🔥Have a great weekend ahead, stay safe and don't forget to buckle up; the cryptoverse is on the rise🔥

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💳 Visa Partners with Coinbase for Instant Fund Deposits via Debit Cards

A new point of cryptoadoption in the world 👇

Visa Inc. has announced a partnership with Coinbase Global Inc. that allows customers with eligible debit cards to deposit funds into their Coinbase accounts instantly. While Coinbase already connects millions of customers to debit cards, this new collaboration enables real-time fund transfers for users in the U.S. and European Union, according to a Tuesday statement.

Yanilsa Gonzalez Ore, head of Visa Direct for North America, noted that eligible Visa debit cardholders can now “take advantage of trading opportunities day and night.” The partnership allows customers to purchase cryptocurrencies on Coinbase using their eligible debit cards and to withdraw funds from the platform directly to their bank accounts via the card.

The digital asset sector has historically faced challenges in accessing traditional banking and payment systems due to concerns about market volatility and industry scandals. However, with global crypto regulations becoming clearer, the upcoming U.S. administration may further solidify these frameworks, potentially alleviating some existing obstacles.

Market observers said these moves show that Visa is making steady strides toward integrating crypto with conventional financial services. This would foster broader adoption and ensure smoother transactions within the digital asset ecosystem (Source: CoinMarketGap).

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⛓️ Kraken Introduces 'Ink’ Layer 2 ⛓️

State of play: Kraken, the world's 6th-largest crypto exchange, is launching its own Ethereum-based L2 network called "Ink" using Optimism’s OP Stack technology.

This move came nearly a year after Kraken considered its own network following the success of Coinbase's Base.

Ink will join a growing ecosystem of Optimism Superchain networks, including Base, Uniswap, and Sony, contributing to the collective "Superchain" that uses Optimism’s technology.

Set to launch in early 2025, Ink aims to foster an interoperable ecosystem for DeFi applications and protocols.

🟢Why it Matters: While Arbitrum leads in L2 competition with $13.6B in TVL, Optimism’s "Superchain" has 43 rollups and a combined $18.1B in TVL. Arbitrum-based projects total $14B across 29 networks.

🟢What’s next: As more firms adopt Optimism’s technology, the "Superchain" could see further expansion, solidifying its position as a leader in the L2 market.

🟢For builders and investors: There’s a unique dynamic that deserves its own essay. As it becomes easier to move capital between chains and launch your own chain, more entities will do this — some argue this will hurt ETH as an asset itself in the long run.

Meanwhile, others have said that SOL is learning from this mistake and won’t let the same type of liquidity and attention fragmentation happens with its own L2 landscape.

🔥Have a great week ahead, stay safe and don't forget to buckle up; the cryptoverse is on the rise🔥

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Linea LXP Adventure Event on AlphaMind has Started❗️

We're pleased to announce that AlphaMind has partnered with Linea Blockchain, MYX Finance, The Nemesis, Foxy Token and EYWA Protocol to launch an event with the highly anticipated LXP points rewards providing access to an airdrop from Linea - one of the biggest L2 blockchains in Web3 and exclusive prizes from AlphaMind & Partners.

Rewards:
- 50 LXP for 3 on-chain quests,
- 20,000 karma & exclusive partner rewards!

📆 Oct 23, 2024 - Nov 3, 2024

Take part in on-chain and off-chain tasks to join the event and win amazing prizes!

👉 Join Now: app.alphamind.co/build_karma

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The euro-backed stablecoin market is shifting!

The EUR-backed stablecoin market is changing following EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations.

MiCA-compliant assets like Circle's EURC and Société Générale's EURCV now make up 67% of the market, according to Kaiko Research.

Coinbase has surpassed Binance as the leading platform for EUR-backed stablecoin trading, driven by its focus on MiCA-compliant assets.

MiCA’s effects are being felt on DEXs, which operate outside of the new regulatory framework, as USDT remains the most liquid stablecoin in the market.

Since DEXs are not governed by MiCA, traders turn to these platforms for USDT trading. This trend has been particularly notable on Uniswap, where USDT’s presence has grown in contrast to USDC.

🟢Weekly trading volumes for EUR-backed stablecoins have remained steady at ~$30 million since MiCA's implementation in June, down from $100 million in March.
🟢The shift in market share is due to exchange delistings rather than increased demand.
🟢MiCA regulations will affect USD-backed stablecoins.
🟢Coinbase plans to delist Tether’s USDT and other non-compliant stablecoins in the EU by December 30, 2024.
🟢Circle’s USDC has seen its market share rise from 10% to 12%, benefiting from MiCA compliance.

🔥Have a great weekend ahead, stay safe and don't forget to buckle up; the cryptoverse is on the rise🔥

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1️⃣5️⃣ Most Active Crypto VCs Seeking Web3 Startups

Yes, global venture funding may have dropped by 16% in Q3 2024, but crypto VCs are still on the hunt for innovative Web3 projects. With $66.5 billion raised globally this quarter, there’s still significant capital flowing—especially for founders who know how to position their project.

🔑 Here’s what you need to do to stand out:

1️⃣ Highlight Traction & Revenue: VCs are more selective now. Be sure to showcase real-world traction, user growth, and any revenue-generating activities. Early-stage rounds still attract attention, but investors are looking for tangible signs of growth and sustainability.
👉 InnMind/streams">Learn from the top web3 startups pitches

2️⃣ Refine Your Tokenomics: Crypto VCs want to know how your token works within your ecosystem. Ensure that your tokenomics model shows clear utility, governance, and sustainability. Investors are drawn to projects with long-term value, beyond hype.
👉 Refine your model with InnMind Tokenomics template

3️⃣ Tackle Regulatory Readiness: With increasing scrutiny on crypto regulations, especially in the EU and US, having compliant documentation in place or showing regulatory preparedness can give you an edge. VCs are more cautious now and appreciate projects that prioritize compliance.
👉 Download free legal templates here

4️⃣ Leverage Partnerships: Crypto investors love projects with strong ecosystems or partnerships. If you’ve secured early partnerships, highlight them! And use your network for introductions—warm intros are still the best way in.
👉 Discover potential partners in the InnMind community

🔍 Discover the 15 most active crypto VCs investing in Web3 this year and make your next move count. Don’t miss your chance to shine in a challenging market!

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Unichain: Uniswap's response to the evolving rollup ecosystem!

🟢Uniswap announced yesterday the launch of Unichain, its own L2 solution, built to improve DeFi performance and liquidity.
🟢Unichain aims to provide faster and cheaper transactions, with block times of just 200-250 ms and up to 95% lower costs than Ethereum.
🟢Built using the OP stack and part of the Optimism "Superchain" ecosystem.
🟢Unichain supports native cross-chain interoperability, allowing seamless access to liquidity across different L2 networks and beyond.

Technological innovations
Unichain introduces several technological innovations, such as the use of a Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) for block building. This mechanism enhances transparency, security, and fairness by prioritizing transaction order, while helping extract Maximum Extractable Value (MEV) efficiently. Unichain is also addressing the biggest obstacle of DeFi, liquidity fragmentation across L2s, positioning itself as a liquidity hub for multiple chains to interact with.

New token utility unlocked
As of now UNI have been strictly a governance token, providing token holders with voting power on proposals created by the DAO. The introduction of Unichain unlocks a new token utility giving UNI holders the ability to stake their tokens to become validators, or delegate their tokens to others. This shifts the dynamics for UNI, potentially creating a demand and value for UNI. This further aligns economic incentives between Ethereum and its scaling solutions, reinforcing the utility of UNI within the Web3 financial system​.

Broader Implications on the web3 ecosystem
For the broader Web3 ecosystem, Unichain’s launch can boost DeFi adoption by offering a more scalable and user-friendly experience. Unichain’s innovations are also a reflection of the broader movement towards a multichain Web3 world, highlighting the need for specialized chains that can optimize for different use cases. If successful, Unichain could accelerate the shift towards more modular, interconnected ecosystems, where value and data flow freely across different L1s and L2s, ultimately bringing more users and applications into the decentralized economy​.

By leveraging its strong position in the DeFi space, Uniswap's move stands to significantly impact DeFi, cross-chain interoperability, and the broader Web3 ecosystem by providing faster, cheaper, and more secure transactions, solving liquidity fragmentation, and fostering new economic opportunities and innovations.

🔥Have a great weekend ahead, stay safe and don't forget to buckle up; the cryptoverse is on the rise🔥

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📢 Essential Legal Templates for Web3 Startups – Free to Download!

🚀 Ready to launch your token but unsure about the legal complexities? We've got you covered! Following our workshop with Janina Pietrowska, a top Web3 legal expert, we're excited to share exclusive legal templates to simplify your token launch process.

📄 MiCA-Compliant White Paper Template
Your ultimate guide to preparing a MiCA-compliant white paper for TGE, navigating regulations, and accelerating your fundraising efforts.
🔗 Download here

📑 Compliant Utility Token Offering Guidelines for 2024-25
Discover expert strategies for launching compliant utility tokens, mastering tokenomics, and securing investor trust.
🔗 Access the guide

These essential guides are perfect for founders working on utility tokens, security tokens, or stablecoins, helping you meet regulatory standards and attract investors.

🎥 Missed the workshop? Watch the full recording for deeper insights.

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🚀 Unlock the Future of Blockchain: Insights on Layer2, DeFi, and Tokenomics

Don’t miss this exclusive interview with Tom Ngo, CEO of Metis Protocol, as he dives into the latest innovations in Layer2, DeFi growth strategies, and the future of blockchain scaling. 🔝

As a seasoned blockchain entrepreneur, Tom also breaks down the key elements of tokenomics that drive long-term success and offers actionable insights for retail investors.

Whether you’re a crypto enthusiast, investor, or Web3 founder, this interview is packed with invaluable knowledge you don’t want to miss!

🎥 Watch it now

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🌟 XDC | InnMind VC Pitching Session: Set Reminders Today 🌟

We’re thrilled to announce the next edition of the much-awaited InnMind Online Pitching Session on November 27th at 16:00 CET! 🎉

This edition is powered by our partner, XDC Network, secure and scalable third-generation blockchain network with a capacity of up to 2000 transactions per second 😮

💎 XDC Network is an enterprise-grade, open-source blockchain protocol. An EVM-compatible chain with smart contract capabilities, it is uniquely suited to revolutionize, decentralize, and liquify the trade finance industry through the tokenization of real-world assets and financial instruments.

Participants:
1️⃣ Fanzworld
Transforming Gaming & Fan Engagement Through Web3, Data.

2️⃣ Akka Finance
AI-Powered Cross-Chain Liquidity Platform.

3️⃣ Circle of Games
Circle of Games is the go-to app for casual mobile games built with blockchain technology.

4️⃣ SwiftCourt
Swiftcourt enables Safe P2P Transactions of Used Goods with a special focus on High-Value Purchases.

📺 Join Us Live! Catch the livestream on YouTube & LinkedIn.

🚀 Don’t miss this opportunity to witness groundbreaking ideas and connect with the Web3 investment community!

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🚀 Using NFT Minting for Analytics: A Game-Changer for Podcasters

The NFT market may have shifted since its heady 2022 peaks, but innovative use cases are thriving—and podcasters are leading the charge.

Platforms like Pods.media let creators mint episodes as NFTs. With $1M+ in episode mints and success stories like Mint Podcast earning $477K from 250K+ NFTs, it’s clear NFTs are finding a productive niche.

➕ But there’s more! By leveraging on-chain analytics tools like Bello, Adam Levy, Mint Podacst founder, is transforming audience insights into action. With granular data from listeners' wallet histories, Levy tailored episodes to audience interests, boosting downloads by 40-50%! 🚀

“I don’t really care about my reach on Twitter or my audience on Instagram any longer — I care more about the wallets that collect my content because now I have ways to engage them in a permissionless manner where I can never be shadowbanned across any platform.”- Levi said.

This kind of audience engagement isn’t possible with traditional platforms like Spotify or Apple Music. 💡 NFTs are unlocking new dimensions of community interaction and monetization.

Learn more about this case and discover how NFTs are reshaping industries here.

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🚀 Linea Token Launch: Coming in Q1 2025!

This marks a major milestone in the evolution of the Linea ecosystem, empowering the community with new ways to participate, govern, and grow within its network.

Since its mainnet launch in August 2023, Linea has rapidly emerged as the fastest-growing zkEVM on Ethereum, achieving over 230 million total transactions in under 15 months.

The ecosystem has expanded significantly, growing from 150 partners in August 2023 to more than 420 partners by November 2024.

What This Means:
🟢 Decentralized Governance: Token holders will gain a voice in shaping Linea’s future through governance proposals and voting.
🟢 Enhanced Utility: The Linea token will unlock additional features, incentivize network participation, and fuel ecosystem growth.

Empowering Startups on Linea
The Linea token will be airdropped to users, developers and early contributors, providing them with an opportunity to actively participate in shaping the project's future through governance. This airdrop not only rewards early supporters but also empowers the community to have a say in the direction of the Linea ecosystem.This launch is set to accelerate Linea's mission of enabling seamless, scalable, and secure solutions within the Web3 space.

“Decentralization is at the core of Linea’s vision. Linea must be owned and governed openly by all as a public good, just as Layer-1 Ethereum is.”

🔥Have a great weekend ahead, stay safe and don't forget to buckle up; the cryptoverse is on the rise🔥

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💡 The Bull Market Is Heating Up — Are You Ready to Secure Funding?

The Top 10 Crypto VC Investors Active in Q3-Q4 2024 are doubling down on Web3 innovation as the market gains momentum. Here’s what’s happening:

📊 Q3 and Q4 of 2024 have shown a clear shift in the crypto VC world. From rising deal volumes to sectoral focuses like DeFi, infrastructure, and gaming, knowing where the big names are investing can give your startup a competitive edge.

▪️ Binance Labs: Closed 19 deals, emphasizing Web3 infrastructure and DeFi.
▪️ Polychain Capital: Invested in 15 projects, focusing on blockchain protocols and decentralized technologies.
▪️ a16z (Andreessen Horowitz): Led significant funding rounds in gaming and metaverse startups.

In this article we break down the top 10 most active VCs, their recent key investments, and the trends that are shaping the Web3 funding environment as we move into 2025.

▶️ Top 10 Crypto VC Investors Active in Q3-Q4 2024

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📢 Trump Wins, BTC hits $75K 🚀

In an exciting turn, Bitcoin hits $75,000 following Trump’s victory, with crypto-related stocks like Coinbase and MicroStrategy also rallying in after-hours trading on Tuesday.

Here’s a refresher on Trump’s key pledges for Bitcoin and the broader crypto landscape:

1️⃣ Establishing a National Crypto Stockpile

Current Issue: The U.S. Marshals Service periodically auctions off seized Bitcoin, which can create market sell-offs and impact prices.

Trump’s Promise: Trump plans to halt these sales, aiming to protect and stabilize the national Bitcoin stockpile. By preserving seized Bitcoin assets, he intends to support the price stability of the market.

2️⃣ Replacing SEC Chair Gary Gensler

Current Issue: Gensler’s aggressive regulatory stance has led to over 100 enforcement actions against crypto firms, often criticized as stifling innovation and failing to provide clear guidelines.

Trump’s Pledge: Though he can’t directly fire the SEC chair, he aims to establish a “Bitcoin and Crypto Presidential Advisory Council” to shape regulatory oversight better.

3️⃣ Keeping Bitcoin Mining in America

Current Issue: Complex regulations have driven many crypto businesses abroad.

Trump’s Vision: Intending to make the U.S. “energy dominant,” Trump has met with mining leaders and envisions the country that mines all BTC, supporting energy independence and new mining-friendly policies.

4️⃣ Supporting Fed Rate Cuts

Current Issue: The Federal Reserve’s interest rates significantly affect financial markets, including crypto.

Trump’s Stance: Although the Fed operates independently, Trump advocates for rate cuts, which historically correlate with surges in crypto markets by lowering borrowing costs and encouraging investment.
Source

Well, congrats to Donald Trump, and let’s see how these promises might shape a bullish future for the crypto industry! 🚀

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📈 BTC price target at $200,000, regardless of election outcome

As the U.S. election approaches, the Web3 sector is watching closely. What shifts can we expect in the crypto landscape?

📎 We've previously outlined the main candidates' positions on crypto in our article "2024 US Elections: Catalyst for Crypto Bull Market?".

Analysts from Bernstein Research project BTC to reach $200,000 by the end of 2025, regardless of the election outcome. They predict BTC could test all-time highs of around $74,000 and then move up to $80,000 or $90,000 if Trump wins, as crypto sentiment could strengthen approaching Inauguration Day on Jan. 20.

However, a Harris win might initially see BTC pull back to $50,000 before recovering—a more optimistic scenario than Bernstein’s earlier forecast of $30,000 to $40,000 under a Harris administration (The Block).

In addition, some have argued that a Harris win could be positive for Ethereum amid ether's significant underperformance in 2024 as the U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs could be the last approved under a tougher regulatory regime, avoiding competition from Solana or any other new investment products.

However, the Bernstein analysts said this was “zero-sum thinking,” and a constructive Securities and Exchange Commission would open opportunities for all crypto assets beyond bitcoin. (Source).

Moreover, want to mention, that whichever regulatory environment takes shape post-election will likely influence the global competitiveness of US-based Web3 startups in the evolving digital economy.

As a result, we got one more proof that the bull market is coming and it doesn't depend on different external events.

The crypto market is rising, ready to seize new opportunities! 🚀

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LXP Adventure X Space on Uptober 31st with Linea and major ecosystem projects 🔔

Participate in the Twitter space to learn more about our partners & last official opportunity of the Linea L2 season to earn LXP points - 4 days left!

🎙 Speakers: Linea, EYWA, MYX, TheNemesis, Foxy, AlphaMind
📆 31.10.2024 | 2:00 PM UTC

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Mark this date, join quests, claim your LXP and build karma!

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🚀 Your Ultimate Web3 Growth & Funding Toolkit 🚀

Don't miss out on this essential doc in the InnMind Knowledge Base: an all-in-one toolkit packed with resources, tools, and direct contacts for Web3 founders!

What’s inside?
✨ Growth Strategies – Explore key tactics tailored for Web3 startups, with links to tools that make implementation easy.
✨ Blockchain Grants Database – Over 100 grants from 30+ networks, with funding amounts up to tens of thousands of dollars.
✨ VC Contact List – Pitch directly to top Web3 VCs with a list of over 100 active investors and essential contact info.
✨ KOL Directory – Tap into a network of Web3 Key Opinion Leaders to amplify your visibility and connections.

Boost your project, secure funding, and build the industry connections for free!
⏩ Get the toolkit now

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🔍 Curious about the Q3 venture market?

The season might’ve been quiet, but beneath the surface, there were exciting shifts! As global venture funding dipped by $200M, some surprising trends began to take shape, hinting at a potential bullish season ahead. 📈

If you’re gearing up for “money season” or just looking to understand where the market’s headed, don’t miss our list of Q3’s top 15 deals. Explore the big players and patterns that could shape your fundraising strategy moving forward!

👉 Read the full list here

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Check out this next level LinkedIn job update from crypto bros:

The ex-co-CEO of FTX «celebrates» his new position—a permanent spot in federal jail! 🔒

After crashing the crypto party, he’s finally enjoying those free allocations... of prison food 🍽

Let’s just hope he doesn’t launch a token from behind bars! 😂

Who’s next? Waiting on the LinkedIn update from Gotbit CEO! 👀

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🔥 Want to invest like a Top Crypto VC? Learn from the best on AlphaMind! 🔥

We just dropped an exclusive interview with Ben Middleton, Founding Partner at Ascensive Assets, the crypto VC firm that scaled from $24M to over $1B in under 2 years! 🚀💰

In this no-BS chat, Ben reveals:

💡 How to spot the next big crypto project
📈 Winning strategies for the 2024-25 bull cycle
⚠️ What retail investors MUST avoid in crypto investing

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📰 Today, the U.S prosecutor started criminal prosecution against market-makers Gotbit, ZM Quant, CLS Global and MyTrade for market manipulation and sham trading in the crypto sector.

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Made him laugh.. but wanted him to cry! 😁

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Stablecoins: Current Landscape

The first stablecoin, BitUSD was introduced nearly 10 years ago and since then stablecoins have amassed a total market cap of $160 billion.

They aim to maintain a stable value relative to real-world assets and are used to facilitate trades, serve as collateral for loans, and enable market participants to avoid inefficiencies associated with converting back to fiat currency.

Stablecoins are increasingly considered as one of the main real life usecases of crypto, being used for remittances by millions around the globe and a safe-heaven for individuals living in countries with hyper-inflation.

USDT (Tether)
🟢The market leader in US-pegged stablecoins, Tether has established its dominance having the highest market cap.
🟢USDT's stability and liquidity are crucial for trading and liquidity provision in DeFi, cementing its status as a foundational asset in the decentralized finance space.

DAI
🟢The biggest algorithmic stablecoin on the market, DAI has a market cap of $5.217 billion. It is backed by a mix of crypto assets, algorithmically managed to keep a 1:1 parity with the US dollar.
🟢Historically, black swan events have caused DAI to diverge from its peg, reflecting the complexities and risks of algorithmic mechanisms.
🟢However, the idea of a stablecoin backed by crypto assets has resonated deeply with the DeFi and web3 community.

UStb, the new player in the market
🟢Ethena Labs, the startup behind the synthetic USDe dollar, recently announced UStb, the stablecoin fully backed by BlackRock’s on-chain BUIDL fund.
🟢UStb operates similarly to traditional stablecoins, with its reserves invested in BlackRock’s BUIDL. The BUIDL fund itself holds US dollars, US Treasury bills, and repurchase agreements.
🟢UStb expands the current product offering of Ethena and provides diverse stablecoin options for users and exchange partners in varying market conditions.

Stablecoins are an essential part of the industry and with the collapses of Luna and controversies around Tether, they have have been shown in a bad light. It is essential however to understand their importance in making the whole industry more efficient and accessible for all stakeholders.

🔥Have a great weekend ahead, stay safe and don't forget to buckle up; the cryptoverse is on the rise🔥

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