#Asset Backed Security Tokens

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Someone just took a $14,500 loan on two Rolex watches at 12% APR, all on-chain, from an NFT-backed lending platform

Arcade, a de-fi lending platform for NFT, announced that someone took a loan on its platform, using two Rolex watches as collateral. The announcement said that the use of physical goods for on-chain transactions is opening up a new market for the decentralized finance space. According to the physically backed NFT loan protocol platform, the transaction saw a borrower commit two Rolex watches for…

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The Emergence of NFTs: Transforming Digital Ownership and Creativity

Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) have revolutionized the way we think about digital ownership, art, and collectibles. By leveraging blockchain technology, NFTs provide a way to create, buy, sell, and own unique digital assets with verifiable provenance and scarcity. This article explores the world of NFTs, their impact on various industries, key benefits and challenges, and notable projects, including a brief mention of Sexy Meme Coin.

What Are NFTs?

NFTs, or Non-Fungible Tokens, are unique digital assets that represent ownership of a specific item or piece of content, such as art, music, videos, virtual real estate, and more. Unlike cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum, which are fungible and can be exchanged on a one-to-one basis, NFTs are indivisible and unique. Each NFT is recorded on a blockchain, ensuring transparency, security, and verifiability of ownership.

The Rise of NFTs

NFTs gained mainstream attention in 2021 when digital artist Beeple sold an NFT artwork for $69 million at Christie's auction house. This landmark event highlighted the potential of NFTs to transform the art world by providing artists with new revenue streams and collectors with verifiable digital ownership.

Since then, NFTs have exploded in popularity, with various industries exploring their potential applications. From gaming and music to real estate and fashion, NFTs are creating new opportunities for creators, businesses, and investors.

Key Benefits of NFTs

Digital Ownership: NFTs provide a way to establish true digital ownership of assets. Each NFT is unique and can be traced back to its original creator, ensuring authenticity and provenance. This is particularly valuable in the art and collectibles market, where forgery and fraud are significant concerns.

Monetization for Creators: NFTs enable creators to monetize their digital content directly. Artists, musicians, and other content creators can sell their work as NFTs, earning revenue without relying on intermediaries. Additionally, smart contracts can be programmed to provide creators with royalties each time their NFT is resold, ensuring ongoing income.

Interoperability: NFTs can be used across different platforms and ecosystems, allowing for interoperability in the digital world. For example, NFTs representing in-game items can be traded or used across multiple games and virtual worlds, enhancing their utility and value.

Scarcity and Collectibility: NFTs introduce scarcity into the digital realm by creating limited editions or one-of-a-kind items. This scarcity drives the collectibility of NFTs, similar to physical collectibles like rare coins or trading cards.

Challenges Facing NFTs

Environmental Impact: The creation and trading of NFTs, especially on energy-intensive blockchains like Ethereum, have raised concerns about their environmental impact. Efforts are being made to develop more sustainable blockchain solutions, such as Ethereum's transition to a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism.

Market Volatility: The NFT market is highly speculative and can be volatile. Prices for NFTs can fluctuate significantly based on trends, demand, and market sentiment. This volatility poses risks for both creators and investors.

Intellectual Property Issues: NFTs can raise complex intellectual property issues, particularly when it comes to verifying the rightful owner or creator of the digital content. Ensuring that NFTs are legally compliant and respect intellectual property rights is crucial.

Access and Inclusivity: The high costs associated with minting and purchasing NFTs can limit accessibility for some creators and collectors. Reducing these barriers is essential for fostering a more inclusive NFT ecosystem.

Notable NFT Projects

CryptoPunks: CryptoPunks are one of the earliest and most iconic NFT projects. Created by Larva Labs, CryptoPunks are 10,000 unique 24x24 pixel art characters that have become highly sought-after collectibles.

Bored Ape Yacht Club: Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) is a popular NFT collection featuring 10,000 unique hand-drawn ape avatars. Owners of these NFTs gain access to exclusive events and benefits, creating a strong community around the project.

Decentraland: Decentraland is a virtual world where users can buy, sell, and develop virtual real estate as NFTs. This platform allows for the creation of virtual experiences, games, and social spaces, showcasing the potential of NFTs in the metaverse.

NBA Top Shot: NBA Top Shot is a platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade officially licensed NBA collectible highlights. These video clips, known as "moments," are sold as NFTs and have become popular among sports fans and collectors.

Sexy Meme Coin (SXYM): Sexy Meme Coin integrates NFTs into its platform, offering a decentralized marketplace where users can buy, sell, and trade memes as NFTs. This unique approach combines humor and finance, adding a distinct flavor to the NFT landscape. Learn more about Sexy Meme Coin at Sexy Meme Coin.

The Future of NFTs

The future of NFTs is bright, with continuous innovation and expanding use cases. As technology advances and more industries explore the potential of NFTs, we can expect to see new applications and opportunities emerge. From virtual fashion and digital identities to decentralized finance (DeFi) and beyond, NFTs are poised to reshape various aspects of our digital lives.

Efforts to address environmental concerns, improve accessibility, and ensure legal compliance will be crucial for the sustainable growth of the NFT ecosystem. Collaboration between creators, platforms, and regulators will help build a more robust and inclusive market.

Conclusion

NFTs have ushered in a new era of digital ownership, creativity, and innovation. By providing verifiable ownership and provenance, NFTs are transforming industries ranging from art and entertainment to gaming and virtual real estate. While challenges remain, the potential benefits of NFTs and their ability to empower creators and engage communities make them a significant force in the digital economy.

For those interested in the playful and innovative side of the NFT market, Sexy Meme Coin offers a unique and entertaining platform. Visit Sexy Meme Coin to explore this exciting project and join the community.

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Why Ironwood’s actions made him a villain, and Team RWBY’s actions made them heroes.

Let’s go into some perspective about why Ironwood + his regime, and not Team RWBY, was the actual “worse than salem” group. And why Team RWBY are the heroes, and Ironwood and his regime the antagonists.

Let’s turn back the clock to before James threatened to nuke Mantle or blackmail Penny into helping him, and shot down planes that would carry people to safety.

“He genuinely offered all his resources to Team RWBY and co to maximize all the chances of them getting better and winning.” While squeezing Mantle dry.

Pre-V8 he still was authoritarian militarist, who locked down Atlas and Mantle, crippling its trade and defense capabilities of other regions, which led to a lot of people left to starve or die to Grimm, and he was also squeezing Mantle dry on top of it with a blatant disregard to its safety, and only giving it token "support", while his Huntsmen were more concerned with arresting people protecting Mantle, than helping them fight back Grimm.

Mantle was dying in volume 7, and it was all James’ fault, and critics were demanding that after Ironwood squeezed and bled Mantle dry, that Atlas abandon Mantle.

The writing is on the wall, but people are so focused on how he treated RWBY and co that they completely miss (ironically, unlike RWBY and co themselves, as it was their major concern) how he treats literally everyone else.

Of course he would treat them well, they are a very useful asset! Unlike people of Mantle, who could die in a ditch for all he cares.

That's not to say that he wants them dead, of course... he just doesn't care about them. He doesn't care about the people he's sworn to protect.

“ For Mantle, the entire point of the Huntsmen down there was to secure it and cover for the lack of resources. “

Lack of resources he himself created, funneling every drop of dust to his pet project.

James was always a borderline dictator. And he could pretty much brow-beat the Council to do what he needs, seeing how he held two seats out of five, and one was vacant.

“But James isn’t authoritarian!”

Authoritarian: Favoring or enforcing strict obedience to authority at the expense of personal freedom.

“But Ironwood was trying to prevent invasion of Salem’s agents”

They infiltrated Atlas through Mantle, by means of using outdated security. With Watts even explicitly pointing out that Atlas got the shiny upgrades, but no one cared to get them to Mantle. And Cinder and Neo still got in. Ironwood failed spectacularly. As he always does.

People were losing their jobs and their living because of lockdown, and those who kept theirs, were working in harsh conditions. Grimm regularly invaded Mantle. People couldn't even get their children to schools without Huntsmen protecting them.

“Its for the greater good”

I just don't see any merit in humoring ideas that treat people as expendable pieces on the path to some lofty goal. "Some of you may die, but it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make" logic is the logic of villains.

“Ironwood employed Penny and the robots, that shows he cares!”

The robots were shown to be like Star Wars Movie stormtroopers in terms of effectiveness, and Star Trek Redshirts in terms of survivability.

Also, not caring for someone implies not giving any thought to their problems, and in this particular case those problems were directly or indirectly created by Ironwood's actions or negligence. Sending Penny down there is a band-aid, an illusion of action. Also he was running her 24/7, having girl do the job of an entire military and her sole energy source and repairs comes from her dying father, who’s also being run ragged on Jimmy’s project.

“But Team RWBY used the satellite?”

Should we just discard the progress, if it was made by amoral means? Or should we rather use it, to at least in some way honor those who suffered for it?

“But Ironwood didn’t commit murder till he shot Oscar”

Murder is not the only weapon in dictatorship's arsenal. There’s media control and forbidding public functions and mass gatherings, which Ironwood did in the first episode of V7. There’s also banning weapons unless you’re in the dictator’s private army, which Clover literally confirmed in the 2nd episode, even ignoring Qrow’s license.

“Influential people aren't simply council members. People with money and connection need to receive privileges in exchange for services they may provide. That's how politics work. “

And yet, he literally SINGLEHANDEDLY LOCKED DOWN ATLAS. And neither other council members, nor other "influential people", represented in a show by Jacques, could stop him, despite it hurting their bottom lines. Whoops.

“ Y'all keep forgetting what being a soldier/military man entails. You obey your superior without question. That's not authoritarian, that's how any self-respecting army functions. “

Huntsmen aren’t supposed to be soldiers, they’re warriors who act with a code and serve society, not a general who treats everything like a contest of measuring “GLYNDA!”

Ironwood privatized the Huntsmen System, thus preventing Atlas Huntsmen from serving society, with the exception of the Happy Huntresses, who Clover called “Worse than Grimm” to Qrow. Imagine that defying Ironwood makes you worse than Grimm? Apparently that’s all it took for Robyn Haters.

Speaking of Clover...obeying orders without question? You mean like how Clover decided to defend Ironwood’s decision to abandon Mantle, try to arrest Qrow, and completely disregard the mission to capture Tyrian because “Good soldiers follow orders?” Then the Qrow vs Tyrian vs Clover fight makes sense. Tyrian wanted to cause chaos, Qrow wanted to stop Ironwood and Tyrian, and Clover wanted to obey Ironwood’s orders without question. Qrow made the mistake of thinking that Tyrian, who had never lied before, had meant that “putting the kid to bed” simply meant incapacitating Clover, not killing Clover. Meanwhile Clover had no problem arresting anyone who wasn’t licensed by Ironwood or carrying weapons that weren’t part of Ironwood’s army. I guess Clover did die as he lived...not a huntsmen, but a soldier.

“ Unless they showed someone's corpse or Team RWBY looking at beggars, there wasn't any sign of famine or death as you mention. The most there was is extra security and frequent robot patrols. “

Just because there are no corpses lying around on the streets, doesn't mean that people aren't suffering. A lot of the times their suffering goes unseen. You can't deny that Mantle looks like a mix of cyberpunk slum and depressive post-USSR Eastern Europe city. That's enough to make an educated guess about the state of the city and its inhabitants.

Just because Ironwood sacrifices some things, doesn't give him the right to sacrifice something he doesn't own - namely, other people.

Watts of all people called Jimmy out on neglecting Mantle's security. Aside from that, how did he help Mantle aside from sending a few Huntsmen there, which is, again, a band-aid, and an illusion of action?

“Ironwood trusted them like he trusted Ozpin” Remember what he did to Ozpin in V2. You know, the whole going behind his “Friend’s” back to get Ozpin, Salem’s chief nemesis and founder of the schools, fired? And also putting Penny in the Vytal Tournament despite nobody allowing it if they knew she was an android? This is the same guy who talked about trust? Ironwood is a hypocrite because he loves to talk about trust while betraying everyone else’s.

Remember the episode “Sparks?”

Unrest doesn't happen like *snap* and everything blows up. Tension grows gradually and usually goes unnoticed, until it's at the point when a slightest spark is enough to ignite the situation. What Jacques and Watts did was that spark, but the groundwork was laid by Ironwood's actions raising the tension between Mantle and Atlas. And that growing unrest could be seen as far back as e1 of that volume - specifically, in the drunk racist and Forest.

“Ironwood didn’t expect Watts to be alive!”

Someone broke through a military grade cyber security and caused all Atlesian robots and mechs to go "Execute Order 66″  on people. Whether or not it was Watts is irrelevant, because it's a known (to Ironwood) fact that there's someone capable of doing it*.* You don't need a hindsight to account for it, just a regular sight and basic common sense. Which Ironwood has none. That Ironwood, knowing this, only went as far as updating the infrastructure in Atlas, but not in Mantle, is not just negligence, it's a sabotage of his own goals.

The fact is that Ironwood's methods revealed his disregard for people with whom his goals don't align.

“Ironwood was to take drastic actions! There needed to be sacrifices"

The sacrifices began when he locked down Atlas and Mantle. They were just incidental, a product of ignorance and negligence.

“Atlas was the mightiest military” Name one battle they won that didn’t involve Team RWBY’s help?

Their ships could barely fire upon some giant worms, and had not been updated since the great war, causing them only to be able to effectively fire single laser shots against other ships.

An elite huntsmen can take out tons of weaker grimm. And Ironwood’s ships were useless against grimm as well. The paladins could work...yes.But they had a nasty habit of being stolen or hacked...which was again, ironwood’s fault.

“Qrow was willing to trust Ironwood!”

Even though Qrow told them in V6 that they should ask Ironwood for help, by the time the team actually met Ironwood, Qrow had changed his position to not talking to him. Sound familiar? Something Lionhart?

Ironwood didn't take defensive measures against Salem's forces. We see in the very first episode that whatever Ironwood is doing to keep Salem's forces out of Mantle isn't working.

We learned in episode 2 that he was not only aware of his actions having literally the exact opposite effect of what he was promising the people of Mantle, but he also accepted that.

Even before the main cast met Ironwood, they knew he either had no idea what he was doing, or he wasn't on their side any more. They didn't know which it was, but they already knew they couldn't count on him.

The grand sum of Ironwood’s character is:

“I can tolerate leaving thousands of innocents to die for some vague concept of the great good, but I draw the line at insubordination and lying.”

“But Ruby and Yang were being hypocritical in going behind Ozpin’s back!” A huge part of volume 7 was that Ruby realized that Ozpin was ultimately morally grey, and morally grey I mean his actions he took while thinking of other people. Selfishness is the complete opposite of morally grey, which instantly disqualifies Raven Branwen (mass murderer and thief), Adam Branwen (Mass murderer and terrorist), and Roman Torchwick. (Thief, murderer, and racist) from ever being qualified as morally ambiguous. As a result, Ruby ends up acknowledging Ozpin’s points, and even starts working with him again in V8. Yang on the other hand was agreeing with Blake’s points during the cargo truck ride and decided to go: “Hey Robyn, I know jimmy is oppressing your people and your actions against him are valid, but he’s trying to restore global communications for the greater good and his ‘protector of mantle’ didn’t actually kill your constituents, so if you could please stop taking back what’s yours, James will eventually repair mantle.”

And Robyn went: Okay.

Yang and Blake got Robyn to be willing to compromise with Ironwood, something Ironwood cannot do himself, and something he is incapable of getting people to do unless he abuses his military and political power, which he does on a regular basis.

“But Robyn was a terrorist who sabotaged the project!”

She was taking back the supplies that were meant for Mantle, that Ironwood was stealing from Mantle, for his personal project that was done without the council’s authority. She was giving those supplies back to the people of Mantle. Which emboldened the suppliers of Mantle in giving them hope that they could pressure Ironwood to repair Mantle’s defenses. Ironwood’s response? Call the entire city of Mantle “A few cityblocks”

“Robyn’s outfit and equipment was ridiculous compared to Ironwood’s military”

Yeah, when you’re in a city that’s poorer than Vacuo and oppressed by a small-minded man with a giant ego, you don’t tend to have access to the best equipment, clothes, etc. Not to mention that unlike Vacuo, Huntsmen aren’t allowed to protect people in Atlas unless they’re part of Ironwood’s private army.

“Team RWBY were selfish, Ruby is acting just like Roman!”

Lying to save lives and prevent human extinction is not the same as lying for your own self interest. When the gang steal and airship to get into Atlas, it isn’t an evil thing. They are doing it so they can save lives and protect innocent people. The good guys make sacrifices when they have to, where there is absolutely no other choice. Ironwood would sacrifice anything he could to protect his people, you can debate whether or not he’s a true villain, but he goes to far. Sacrifice isn’t a last resort for him, he believes it is. But most villains believe they’re on the right side. This is why most “Rewrites” that try to “Fix” Roman, Adam , or Ironwood go out of their way to rewrite the plot and characters to try to claim that the Villains are in the right, and to shame any female characters who stand in their way. The both the White fang and the good side use violence. But the white fang use violence and seek division and persecution as vengeance for their own struggles. Ultimately, through salem’s manipulation, they divide the intelligent creatures of Remnant. They attack hurt innocent people to further their own goals. The good guys use violence so that violence can be ended. Remind you of anyone? Cough cough, Batman! The sin of the cynic is acting purely in self-interest. Torchwick's line of "lie, cheat, steal and survive" refers to putting his needs first and foremost. It's not the same as resorting to desperate methods to save lives. Like, Jaune cheating his way into Beacon is motivated by self-interest, but his idea to steal an airship in V6 was motivated by keeping others safe. He isn't proving Torchwick's ideals are right in the latter instance, it's quite the opposite. Same with Ruby.

I'm not sure how people can say that Ironwood was proven right when we are shown that there were ways to save the people of Mantle. It's not even a one-time thing either, he thought that he had to keep forcing Mantle to make sacrifices but it turns out it was completely possible to make a compromise with them.

And if we're going to be completely honest it's Ironwood's refusal to compromise that's the biggest factor regarding Atlas's fate. For example, Neo was able to steal the lamp because his soldiers unintentionally gave her the opportunity and a way to escape. It's what led to Robyn acting the way she did on the plane and everything involving Penny was because of him.

Frankly, the only point I can give critics is the white Fang and it's only because the series so horrifically failed to demonstrate the difference between Sienna and Adam.

“But Ironwood was prepared to compromise with Robyn”

He wanted to have her taken into custody 1st and only then was he going to "negotiate," with her... I don't think I need to explain how this is not under any circumstances an actual compromise.

The actual compromise between Ironwood and Mantle took place in the Schnee Manor and that was entirely thanks to Blake, Yang, and sadly Jacques. And that was a compromise that he broke mere hours later when he decided to completely unnecessarily abandon them all to die... A decision he made without seeking any advice and then straight up threatened the people who dared question him on it.

“Sleet: The fact of the matter is, you've operated with a fair amount of autonomy for the past few years, James. But we need now is for you to work with us “

So Ironwood disrespected his peers and did whatever he wanted, and when called out on it, refused to listen to his colleagues, his equals.

A person arrested and completely at James’ mercy ISNT really a negotiating.

“I can either throw you in jail for the rest of your life OR you can agree to work under me, under my terms and conditions.”

What a “””negotiation.“”” Much fair.

“But Ruby is the villain in the trolley scenario!” If the Trolley is the floating city of Atlas, then the people of Mantle are the ones lashed to the tracks, and Ironwood put them there. Salem is coming up behind the Trolley, and Ironwood wants to bulldoze over the Mantle people. Ruby and the Gang want to get the people on board, but Ironwood refuses to let them on. To the point where he will do anything to prove he’s right and somebody is wrong. Ironwood is literally the man who cuts off his nose to spite his face. So Ruby and Crew use Ambrosius to get everyone to a new destination.

“Ruby and crew destroyed Atlas!” According to Cinder, RWBY saved thousands. And if�� you think an infrastructure is what makes a kingdom, then you forget that a kingdom is nothing without living breathing people, who live in Atlas, who have made it to Vacuo, and while Vacuo is about as xenophobic as Atlas, they put power in the people, and everyone there works together for the common society. Aka, the greater good. The people of Atlas can do good for each other, when Ironwood isn’t sabotaging everything.

“Ruby sabotaged Ironwood’s broadcast!” Ironwood’s broadcast was “Hey world, I want you to ignore every bad thing I’ve done and every red flag I’ve given off because there’s a greater evil in the world, and I want you to let me use my army that failed to protect everyone into your borders just like I forcibly brought my army into the Vytal Peace festival. I promise I won’t do anything behind your backs like use your events for weapon testing of the human soul like I did back then?

What was Ruby’s Speech? “Hi Everyone, I’m a Huntress, my job is to help you all. Listen, Atlas is under attack by the same bad person that brought down Beacon. We’re all in the same mess. Yeah, she can’t be killed, but everyone working together has been able to stop her the past 80 years, and if we all work together again, we can do it again. Here’s some people you can trust to validate the info, but Ironwood can’t be trusted because of all his actions in the past and his red flags. I believe in you all, because you all can do incredible things, and together everyone can stop Salem”

So Ruby was trying to unite humanity, give EVERYONE the hope and strength to work together and fight Salem, and stop Ironwood from getting too big for his britches.

Ruby was not being a savior, Ironwood was trying to act like he was. Ruby was trying to make humans and faunus alike the saviors. Power of the People.

“Ironwood is a battle-hardened experienced general!” Remnant had been at peace for 80 years, the only conflict was Grimm and the White Fang. And Adam represented the main bad people out there...in Vale. So Ironwood basically used a display of military bravado for everything (Glynda’s words) and people think that’s battle experience? If that’s the case, then Team RWBY and JNPR have loads of experience both on Ironwood in terms of tactics, and on the Ace Ops in terms of combat. Oh wait! THEY DO! That explains why Ironwood fails so spectacularly against Salem and her agents tactics till Team RWBY comes along to help, and why Team RWBY can defeat the Ace Ops.

”He was completely different back in volumes 2-3!″

Why did people look at Adam Taurus, a wannabe edgelord who tried to murder innocent passengers on a train....and then people decided to defend his every action? Claiming Adam was “misunderstood?” What, like Vergil from Devil May Cry, who murdered innocent people for power and had no problem unleashing monsters onto civilians, just like Adam did in Volume 3?

Why did people look at Ironwood, who brought a war fleet to a international peace conference, got screamed at for his warmongering by the Assistant Headmaster who kept her voice relatively level even against team rwby’s food fight, got the headmaster fired for not obeying Jimmy, and used the conference to conduct weaponization of the human soul projects....and claim he was a savior?

So yeah...Ironwood was cool, had drip, had charisma, had good intentions. But his actions spoke louder than his words. Sadly people only listened to his words. Must be his Messiah Complex.

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Morally Grey - Part II: Hard Drive

Fandom: TRR x Mission: Impossible II

Pairing: Drake Walker x F!OC (Harper Gale)

Series: Morally Grey

Synopsis: Drake drives after Harper and things get wild, in more ways than one...

Word count: 3,700

Rating/Warnings: E (swearing, road rage, all kinds of dangerous driving do not try this at home)

Chapter theme song:

A/N: So, I apparently had too much fun writing Game of Thieves, so after I finished it, my mind decided that it would be great idea to create a follow-up exploring the car-chase scene from Drake's POV. So, here we are! There will probably be two more parts after this.

A/N2: The clip (for anyone who hasn't seen the movie, or doesn't remember) is below. Enjoy!

"Dammit..." I cuss under my breath as she drives off.

As asset recruitment went, that had crashed and burned like the Hindenburg.

Not that I strictly know why I need to recruit her in the first place.

Apart from the very clear directive I received in my mission brief.

...you may select any two team members, but it is essential that the third team member be Harper Gale. She is a civilian, and a highly capable professional thief. You have forty-eight hours to recruit Miss Gale and meet me in Stormholt to receive your assignment...

In and of itself, such an instruction — while rare — isn't that left field. Because even though IMF prefers to operate in the shadows, there are times when the mission parameters call for third-party assists. To gain access. To throw off suspicion. To provide specialist expertise.

So, over the years, I've found myself teaming up with all manner of civilians — from world-renowned scientists, through morally shady politicians, all the way down to your entry-level gang-banger in order  to get a mission over the line.

But Gale isn't any of those things. She's a common thief. Admittedly a drop-dead gorgeous and bitingly sassy thief who's quick on her feet... but a common thief nevertheless. And those are a dime a dozen. In both IMF, and the underworld.

So, that doesn't explain why Constantine has gone to such pains to single her out as a mission-critical part of this assignment.

Which means that he obviously knows something I don't.

But I'm not gonna find out what by standing on the Beaumonts' drive like a moron.

"Hey, Pete," I call, turning back around. "One more for you."

The valet manager deftly catches the token that I toss to him. "Right away, Mr Dallas."

"Thanks," I acknowledge as I pull out my phone.

One of the upsides of having had to pretend to be the Beaumonts' external security consultant over the past couple of days is that I'm now on a first name basis with most of the staff.

Which definitely pays dividends when you need something done quick.

Like I do now.

Unlocking the encrypted device while Pete radios through for my ride, I tap on the tracking app and enter the number that I pulled off her phone while waiting for her to crack the safe.

Because somehow, I'd known I'll end up in this exact situation.

After a few moments' calibration, the software throws up a map with a flashing red dot in the centre.

I feel the corner of my mouth twitch. You can run, but you can't hide, girl...

"Your vehicle, Mr Dallas," advises the valet, pulling up in front of me.

"Perfect timing," I grin, pulling my wallet out to extract some notes to stuff into his breast pocket as he exits the car.

"Oh, th-thank you, sir," he stammers, clearly unaccustomed to receiving a healthy tip for his services.

"You're welcome," I nod, getting behind the wheel of the Porsche 918 Spyder.

Besides the fact that the average Joe's manning these kinds of events made fuck all money while the guests drank champagne costing several grand a pop, it always paid to cultivate goodwill with the staff. Not just from a common decency point of view, but also because you never know when you’re gonna need their eyes and ears.

So, parting with a couple hundred Euros, or a favour, in exchange for potentially priceless intel down the line is always a fair trade in my book.

"Have a wonderful evening!" enthuses the still star-struck valet as he closes the driver's side door 'round.

"Yeah. We'll see about that," I mutter under my breath as I slot my phone into the cup holder at the top of the centre console.

The evening hasn't exactly gone to plan so far...

But, as Constantine likes to say, this was Mission: Impossible, not Mission: Difficult.

Which means that even though Gale would probably like nothing more than to shoot me on sight, I have to go after her. And somehow convince her to change her mind.

Otherwise, I'm gonna be up shit creek with this mission...

...and with Constantine.

And neither of those things is something I'm particularly keen on letting happen. Now, or ever.

So, pressing my foot down, I throw the car into drive and take off with a throaty roar as the naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V-8 kicks the 608 horses under the hood to life.

And, despite the height of the stakes, I feel a grin spread over my face.

Fuck, this car's something else!

Thanks to the less-than routine nature of my work, I frequently find myself behind a wheel. Planes, trains, automobiles — I've driven them all. But I can still count on one hand the machines that have simply taken my breath away.

And the 918 is one of them.

Because despite the fact that it doesn't come with the covetous price tag of a Koenigsegg, or the iconic lines of a Ferrari, the 918 is still a work of art. Not only does it go like shit off a shovel, but it also handles like a dream. Which means you're not crapping yourself every time a high-speed corner comes around.

And for these unlit, backcountry roads that I'm about to drive, that is critical.

Reaching the end of the gravel-lined drive, I spin the car out onto the main road and open up the throttle.

Gale is already a good few miles ahead of me, and — based on the way she hightailed it off the estate earlier — has no intention of slowing down. So, I'm gonna have to step on it if I want to keep pace with her.

As even though I have a lock on her carrier signal, her phone could be a burner — she could decide to turn it off, trash it, or leave it in a dumpster somewhere. And I'm up against the clock, so I don't have time to play hide-and-seek across the width of the continent with her.

Probably shouldn't've told her about the alarm...

But, hindsight's always 20-20.

Not that that necessarily would've changed my decision.

Because despite the fact that I need her professional skill set, I couldn't let her swindle the Duke out of his priceless heirloom. For one, it had merely been convenient bait. And for another, next week's auction is all that stood between the Beaumonts and bankruptcy.

And while I may operate in the shadows, I'm not a complete ass.

Plus, I'd wanted to be up front with her. From the very start.

Because nothing sinks a team like secrets and bad blood. And I'd much rather deal with any potential fallout now, before the start of the actual mission, than smack, bang in the middle of it when a lack of trust has the potential to claim actual lives.

And — if I'm being honest with myself — I kinda like the chase. It makes the eventual win taste that much sweeter.

Especially with a firecracker like Gale.

I swallow an inadvertent groan as my mind falls back to the feel of her pressed up against me in the tub, her eyes flashing with defiance, and a hint of—

I shake my head. Focus, Walker.

But the Beaumonts' unexpected interruption had been worth it. Because it'd convinced me that despite her civilian status, she has exactly the right combination of brains and balls needed to not only stay alive, but actually be an asset on this mission.

But, I don't have her yet. And if I'm gonna finish reeling her in, timing will be key.

So, as I spot a pair of Mercedes tail lights in the darkness, I ease off the gas.

Because her emotions are already running high and I don't want to spook her further by making her think that she's being tailed.

Especially not on these blind-spot riddled roads, in the middle of the night, where one moment of inattention could easily become your last.

And what I definitely don't need right now is my mark ending up in the ER — or worse, the morgue — because I let the heat of the moment get the better of me.

Best that I just hang back, let the dust settle, and re-engage upon arrival at our destination. When she's hopefully calmer.

Key word — hopefully.

Because let's face it. I'd be pretty pissed off too if some asshole'd fucked me out of a six-figure payday.

So, I can't exactly blame her for her explosive reaction.

But, unfortunately for her, there's a lot more at stake here than a jewellery heist gone wrong. The mission brief wouldn't have landed on Constantine's desk unless all hell is about to break loose.

Better pray this girl's got a conscience...

Rounding the bend, we come upon the lights of the town of Ramsford.

But, despite the fact that we're entering an urban environment, Gale blows past the 50 km/h speed limit sign like it doesn't exist.

"Christ, girl..." I grumble under my breath.

And even though I told myself mere minutes ago that I was gonna hang back and give her space, as I see her whip the roadster 'round a narrow corner at breakneck speed, I find myself throwing my original plan out the window as I press pedal to the metal to keep pace with her.

Because while I don't want to lose her, I also know that engaging in a midnight drag race through the streets Ramsford's only gonna result in one thing — the cops coming out of the woodworks to breathe down our neck, and Gale even more pissed off at me than she is already.

So, I need a Plan B.

Skimming my thumb over the controls on the steering wheel, I pull up her number and hit dial...

...and pray that I can talk some sense into her.

The ring of the pending call echoes out from the Spyder's infotainment system once... twice... thrice...

She finally picks up after the fifth ring. "Hello...?"

"Would it kill you to slow down?" I ask dryly.

I see her stiffen as her gaze flies up to the rear view mirror in disbelief.

I flash my headlights at her in response.

"How the hell did you get this number?" she demands as she manages to find her voice again.

"You got your tricks, I got mine," I tell her simply, easing up on the gas slightly as I pull up behind her.

"Yeah, you're a regular David Copperfield," she snarks down the line.

"I prefer Darren Brown, personally..."

"Hmm..." she purrs. "Then you're really gonna love this trick."

The call goes dead.

I shake my head with a scoff. 15-Love to Gale.

But the match ain't won yet. And I'm not backing off that easy.

So, hitting redial on her number, I wait for the call to reconnect...

...but all I get is radio silence.

"You wanna play it like that, huh?" I say under my breath as I swing the Spyder out into the oncoming lane.

Luckily, at this hour, the roads are deserted. But that doesn't means that they're gonna stay that way for long. Which means the time for games is up.

Opening up the throttle, I force my car up alongside hers. Raising my voice so that it'll carry over the roar of the engines, I shout, "Pull over and listen to me, will ya? Just listen!"

"Yeah!" she scoffs in reply. "'Cause that worked out so well for me last time!"

"You walked away, remember?" I remind her. "Can't guarantee that'll be the case next time 'round."

Her gaze snaps defiantly to mine. "Is that a threat?"

"It's simple maths!" I tell her. "You can't evade the law forever! Especially not with a Red Notice hanging over you. But if you help me, I can make all that go away."

"Go aw—?" Her eyes suddenly widen. "Holy shit! You're a spy!"

I answer her with a self-deprecating shrug. It paid the bills.

She recollects herself to throw me a sly look. "Prove it!"

Without warning, she rams her Mercedes into me.

"Jesus fuck!" I cuss as the Sypder lurches to the side from the impact, its rims scraping the curb.

Flipping me the bird, Gale punches the gas to dive back in front of me, whipping her car 'round a tight bend.

Spitting profanities under my breath, I yank the Spyder back onto the road.

She wants to play rough? I'll play rough.

Throwing the engine over to sport mode, I reach for the seatbelt over my shoulder and click it into place as I throw the car after her, the rev counter on the dash going mental as the engine doubles down.

And despite the adrenaline-fuelled chase, I can't help but grin.

This girl's definitely something else...

And she's sure as hell determined to make me work for it. Or — at the very least — give me hell for the way I screwed her over back at the Beaumonts.

Either way, she's got my blood pumping, and she knows it.

Which makes me even more determined to catch her.

We hit a roundabout, and Gale looks like she's going straight over...

...but at the last second, she slams her car hard to the left to take the third exit instead, tires smoking as they battle for traction on the cobblestones.

"Shit," I cuss, twisting the wheel hard over to keep pace with her, the Porsche's Pirellis screeching in protest.

Exiting the roundabout, the road in front of us cuts suddenly to the left. Slamming on the breaks, Gale skids her Mercedes 'round the bend, the force of the manoeuvre kicking the roadster's tail out. Very narrowly missing a lamppost, she manages to right the car at the last second to barrel it down the start of a tight switch-back that led to the centuries-old bridge on the edge of the town.

"Sweet fucking Jesus, girl..." I gripe under my breath as I speed after her.

There's being cocky. And then there's being reckless. And the way she's driving, she's definitely tempting fate. Because there's only so many times you can luck out before your luck actually runs out.

Which means I have to figure out a way to stop her before she runs herself off the road.

Depressing the gas pedal again, I search for an opening that I can use to dive in front of her and force her to slow down. But she seems to anticipate my plan, and closes off the gap before I'm able to make use of it.

Grabbing the e-break, I rip it upwards, forcing the Spyder’s tail out as I skid the car 'round her, looking for a gap on the other side.

She rewards me for my efforts by ramming into me again, nearly sending me into the flimsy metal railing that lined the edge of the asphalt.

I feel my jaw tighten at her antics.

First time? Kinda cute. Second time, not so much.

Especially since there were only a grand total of 918 Spyders ever made, and I damn sure don’t want to be responsible for taking one out of commission.

So, I make the reluctant decision to back off again, biding my time until the road opened back up.

We hit the bottom of the switchback, engines blaring and tailpipes sweating, and she immediately punches it towards the old stone bridge that spans the Rams river.

"Better luck next time, Walker!" she calls over her shoulder.

But my attention isn't focused on her. "Watch the road, girl..."

She whips her head around at the last second to clock the rickety Fiat that had just pulled out from behind the blind corner, straight into her path.

Instinctively knowing that she isn’t gonna avoid a collision, she ditches the breaks to try and swerve the Mercedes 'round the hazard instead.

But her momentum is too great, she's forgotten to account for the oversteer...

...and she descends into a tailspin.

"Fuck..." I curse under my breath.

All rational thought evaporates as my adrenaline spikes and my faculties give over to raw instinct.

I gotta save her.

Barrelling the Spyder after her without any semblance of a plan, the only thing I'm focused on is stopping her before she hits the bridge... or worse, the river.

The nose of her car whips past me, and I wrench the wheel to the right, clipping her bumper.

The off-the-cuff interference is enough to change the course of her trajectory, helping prevent her getting wrapped around the stone pillar at the foot of the bridge.

But the Merc's still freewheeling out of control.

Jerking the Porsche 'round, I slam it into the side of her car, trying to use the weight of my vehicle as a ballast to counteract her momentum.

But we're still going too fast.

We go flying down the narrow concourse of the bridge, like a pair of buzzards locked together in a high-stakes dance, speeding towards our fate.

The force of the impact whips her head around. She catches my gaze, and despite the low light, I see the sheer terror in her hazel-green irises...

...and the world around me condenses down to a single point.

Her.

The bridge, the cars, the entirety of my being fades to inconsequence in the face of the nakedness of her vulnerability.

I'm barely even conscious of my actions as I battle against the inevitable, trying to keep a lock on the steering wheel that’s threatening to jump out of my hands, feathering the throttle with a mix of reflex and dogged defiance in an attempt to alter the course of our trajectory, to slow us down, to narrowly avert disaster.

Because even though I know in the furthest recesses of my mind that I'm engaged in a fool's errand, like Icarus, I'm too much of a stubborn ass to back down.

Especially when I know that I'm literally the only thing standing between her and death.

The Merc hits the curb and slams into the low stone wall lining the side of the bridge. The centuries-old mortar crumbles under the weight of the impact, falling away into the ravine below.

But — whether by the grace of God or blind, dumb luck — the red roadster somehow catches itself on the mess of granite and skids to a stop, suspended over the edge of the bridge.

Only... there's no Gale in the driver's seat.

Throwing the seatbelt off, I leap across the seats into the Merc, where I find the driver's side door flapping over the darkness with Gale hanging on for dear life.

"Ahhh...!" she squeaks, scrambling for non-existent purchase as she tries to maintain her hold on the elbow rest...

...but I can see she's slipping.

Knowing that we're fast running out of time, I throw myself forward, reaching for her.

"Harper!"

Her eyes snap to mine, and I can see the fear and desperation welling within.

Latching onto the top of the door with one hand to anchor myself into place, I snap a hold around her wrist with the other and heave her back up.

"I got you, girl..."

Clearing the side of the car, her free hand shoots out to tangle into the material of my shirt as I pull her toward me. She crashes against me with a sob of relief, knocking me backwards into the seat.

She lands on top of me, trembling, and I wrap my arm around her, holding her to me, heart hammering as I stare up into the night sky, trying to catch my breath.

Her quaking form sink against me as she buries her face in the crook of my neck, fingers still latched onto my shirt, our hands still entwined.

Sweet Jesus, that was close...

"You okay?" I ask, running my hand over the arch of her back questioningly.

"Yeah," she nods shakily, not quite meeting my eye as she quickly wipes the wetness from her cheeks.

"Hey," I say softly, reaching up to cup her face in my palm. "It's—"

"I feel like such an idiot..." she grumbles.

"Well, you're the one who decided to Mad Max it through Ramsford like a—"

"Shut up!" she reproaches, smacking me on the chest.

"Christ! I save your ass twice and this is the thanks I get?"

"I didn't need saving!" she counters, laying into me again.

"The evidence points to the cont— Ow!"

"The only reason I'm in this mess at all is because of you!" she cuts in heatedly. "If you hadn't shown up tonight I'd—"

"Probably got caught anyway..."

"Fuck you!" she shouts, giving me a shove. "Why can't you just take 'no' for an answer, instead of chasing after me like some—"

"For fuck’s sake..." I grit, grabbing her by the back of the neck to yank her towards me.

Her eyes widen, but before she has a chance to protest, our mouthes have crashed together like cars in a freeway pile-up — violently, hazardously — the unexpected brush with death and the heart-thumping chase beforehand having already kicked both our pulses into overdrive.

And as our lips meet, that pent-up tension explodes like a flash-bang.

Her teeth scrape against mine with an intensity that's almost feral, even as I feel her body press into mine, her nails raking over my shirt.

My tongue thrusts past hers forcefully to claim the coveted warmth of her mouth, coaxing a soft moan from her as my free hand glides down her body to clamp onto her backside, pulling her to me hungrily as I throw every rule I'd ever been taught out the window.

Never get involved.

Well, too late for that.

Because I'm sure as shit involved now.

The story continues in Part 3 - Russian Roulette.

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Escape the Matrix: Create Your Own Crypto and Memecoins to Break Free from the Rat Race

In today’s fast-paced world, many people feel trapped in the proverbial “matrix” of conventional work life — a never-ending grind where the promises of financial freedom and personal fulfillment seem elusive. If you find yourself yearning for a way out, creating your own cryptocurrency or memecoin tokens might be the key to escaping the rat race and paving the way to a brighter, more prosperous future. This blog will explore how you can break free from traditional financial constraints and take control of your financial destiny by delving into the world of crypto and memecoins.

Understanding the Matrix and the Rat Race

Before we dive into how you can create your own crypto and memecoin tokens, it’s important to understand the matrix and the rat race. The matrix represents a system of control and conformity that often dictates our daily lives, while the rat race is the relentless pursuit of success and wealth through conventional means, often leading to burnout and dissatisfaction.

Breaking free from this cycle involves adopting new ways of thinking and exploring alternative financial opportunities. The cryptocurrency revolution offers a pathway to redefine your financial future, allowing you to step out of the traditional financial system and into a world of digital innovation.

The Rise of Cryptocurrencies and Memecoins

1. The Cryptocurrency Revolution

Cryptocurrencies have transformed the financial landscape by offering decentralized alternatives to traditional financial systems. Bitcoin, the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, introduced the concept of blockchain technology — a decentralized ledger that ensures transparency, security, and immutability.

Since Bitcoin’s inception, thousands of cryptocurrencies have emerged, each with unique features and use cases. Ethereum introduced smart contracts, enabling the creation of decentralized applications (dApps) and new tokens. The rise of cryptocurrencies has paved the way for individuals to create their own digital assets, offering opportunities for innovation and financial empowerment.

2. The Memecoin Phenomenon

Memecoins, on the other hand, represent a more playful and community-driven aspect of the cryptocurrency world. Born from internet memes and viral trends, memecoins often gain popularity through social media and online communities. Despite their origins as jokes or experiments, some memecoins have experienced significant price surges and garnered substantial attention.

Notable examples include Dogecoin, which started as a meme but has become a widely recognized cryptocurrency with a strong community backing. The success of memecoins highlights the power of community engagement and the potential for digital assets to capture public interest.

Creating Your Own Cryptocurrency

Creating your own cryptocurrency involves several key steps. Here’s a roadmap to help you get started:

1. Define Your Purpose and Goals

Before diving into the technical aspects, it’s essential to define the purpose and goals of your cryptocurrency. Consider the following questions:

What problem does your cryptocurrency aim to solve?

Who is your target audience?

How will your cryptocurrency differentiate itself from existing options?

Having a clear vision will guide the development process and help you create a compelling value proposition for your digital asset.

2. Choose the Right Blockchain Platform

Selecting the appropriate blockchain platform is crucial for the development of your cryptocurrency. Popular platforms include:

Ethereum: Known for its robust smart contract capabilities, Ethereum is a popular choice for creating custom tokens. Ethereum’s ERC-20 and ERC-721 standards provide a foundation for creating fungible and non-fungible tokens, respectively.

Binance Smart Chain (BSC): BSC offers low transaction fees and compatibility with Ethereum’s tools and infrastructure, making it an attractive option for new projects.

Solana: Renowned for its high throughput and low transaction costs, Solana is suitable for projects requiring scalability and speed.

Evaluate the features and benefits of each platform to determine which best aligns with your project’s needs.

3. Develop Your Cryptocurrency

Once you’ve chosen a blockchain platform, you can begin the development process. This involves creating the token’s smart contract, which defines its properties, such as total supply, distribution, and functionality.

For Ethereum-based tokens, you can use tools like Solidity (a programming language for smart contracts) and development environments like Remix or Truffle. If you’re using BSC or Solana, familiarize yourself with their respective development tools and languages.

4. Test and Deploy

Testing is a critical phase to ensure that your cryptocurrency functions as intended. Conduct thorough testing on testnets (blockchain networks used for testing purposes) to identify and resolve any issues before deploying your token on the mainnet.

Once testing is complete, you can deploy your cryptocurrency on the chosen blockchain platform. Ensure that all smart contract code is secure and has been audited to prevent vulnerabilities.

5. Market and Promote

Creating a cryptocurrency is only the beginning. Effective marketing and promotion are essential for gaining traction and attracting users. Develop a marketing strategy that includes:

Building a website and social media presence

Engaging with online communities and forums

Creating informative content and promotional materials

Leverage the power of social media and influencer partnerships to spread the word about your cryptocurrency and build a supportive community.

Creating Your Own Memecoin

Creating a memecoin follows a similar process to developing a standard cryptocurrency, with an emphasis on community engagement and viral potential. Here’s how to get started:

1. Embrace the Meme Culture

Memecoins thrive on internet culture and humor. To create a successful memecoin, embrace popular memes and viral trends. Consider how your memecoin can tap into existing online communities and trends to generate excitement.

2. Develop a Unique Concept

While memecoins often start as jokes, a unique concept or theme can help your token stand out. Create a compelling narrative or branding that resonates with your target audience and aligns with current meme trends.

3. Build a Community

Community is crucial for the success of a memecoin. Engage with potential users through social media platforms, online forums, and meme communities. Foster a sense of belonging and enthusiasm around your memecoin to drive interest and participation.

4. Launch and Promote

After developing and testing your memecoin, launch it on a blockchain platform and begin promoting it to your target audience. Utilize social media, memes, and viral marketing tactics to generate buzz and attract attention.

The Path to Financial Empowerment

Creating your own cryptocurrency or memecoin offers a unique opportunity to escape the rat race and take control of your financial future. By embracing the world of digital assets, you can potentially unlock new revenue streams, build innovative solutions, and connect with like-minded individuals.

However, it’s important to approach this venture with a clear vision, thorough planning, and a willingness to adapt to the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market. Success in the crypto world requires dedication, creativity, and a strategic mindset.

Conclusion

The journey to escaping the matrix and breaking free from the rat race can be transformative and empowering. By creating your own cryptocurrency or memecoin tokens, you can tap into the potential of digital assets and explore new avenues for financial growth and innovation.

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SOURCE is building limitless enterprise applications on a secure and sustainable global network. Defi white-labelled services, NFT markets, RWA tokenization, play-to-earn gaming, Internet of Things, data management and more. SOURCE is providing blockchain solutions to the real world and leveraging the power of interoperability.

SOURCE competitive advantages over other blockchain projects

For builders & developers — Source Chain’s extremely high speeds (2500–10000+ tx / per second), low cost / gas fees ($0.01 average per tx), and scalability (developers can deploy apps in multiple coding languages using CosmWasm smart contract framework), set it apart as a blockchain built to handle mass adopted applications and tools. Not to mention, it’s interoperable with the entire Cosmos ecosystem.

For users — Source Protocol’s DeFi suite is Solvent and Sustainable (Automated liquidity mechanisms create a continuously self-funded, solvent and liquid network), Reduces Complexity (we’re making Web 3.0 easy to use with tools like Source Token which automate DeFi market rewards), and we’ve implemented Enhanced Security and Governance systems (like Guardian Nodes), which help us track malicious attacks and proposals to create a safer user environment.

For Enterprises — Source Protocol is one of the first to introduce DeFi-as-a-Service (DaaS) in order for existing online banking and fintech solutions to adopt blockchain technology with ease, and source also provides Enterprise Programs which are complete with a partner network of OTC brokerages, crypto exchanges, and neobanks that create a seamless corporate DeFi experience (fiat onboarding, offboarding, and mutli-sig managed wallets)

Why Source Protocol

Firstly, many protocols are reliant on centralized exchanges for liquidity, limiting their ability to scale independently. This creates a lot of the same issues traditional finance has been plagued with for decades.

Next — slow tx speeds, high costs, limited scalability, and inability to collaborate with other chains, has created severe limitations in Gen 2 blockchain infrastructure.

Lastly, there still exists a level of complexity in blockchain applications that remains a barrier to entry for the average user, and there is not enough focus on building “bridges” for the enterprise to adopt this technology easily and quickly.

In summary, consumers are eager for a blockchain ecosystem that can securely and sustainably support mass adopted applications. That’s why we’ve built Source!

Source Protocol’s ecosystem

Source Protocol’s ecosystem includes a full DeFi Suite, a members rewards program and white-label integration capabilities with existing online Web 2.0 enterprises:

Source Swap — An Interchain DEX & AMM built on Source Chain for permission-less listing of $SOURCE-based tokens, native Cosmos SDK assets, cw-20’s, and wrapped Binance Smart Chain (BEP-20) assets.

Source One Market — A peer to peer, non-custodial DeFi marketplace for borrowing, lending, staking, and more. Built on Binance Smart Chain with bridging to Source Chain & native Cosmos SDK assets.

Source Token $SRCX (BEP-20) — the first automated liquidity acquisition and DeFi market participation token built on Binance Smart Chain.

Source One Token $SRC1 (BEP-20) — a governance and incentivized earnings token that powers Source One Market.

Source USX $USX (BEP-20) — Source One Market stablecoin backed and over collateralized by a hierarchy of blue chip crypto assets and stablecoins.

Source Launch Pad — Empowering projects to seamlessly distribute tokens and raise liquidity. ERC-20 and BEP-20 capable.

Source One Card & Members Rewards Program — users can earn from a robust suite of perks and rewards. In the future, Source One Card will enable users to swipe with their crypto assets online and at retail locations in real time.

DeFi-as-a-Service (DaaS) — Seamless white-label integration of Source One Market, Source Swap, Source Launch Pad, and/or Source One Card with existing online banking and financial applications, allowing businesses to bring their customers DeFi capabilities.

Source Protocol Key Components

Sustainable Growth model built for enterprise involvement and mass application adoption

Guardian Validator Nodes for enhanced network security

Integration with Source Protocol’s Binance Smart Chain Ecosystem and Decentralized Money Market, Source One Market

Source-Drop (Fair community airdrop and asset distribution for ATOM stakers and SRCX holders)

Interoperable smart contracts (IBC)

High speed transaction finality

Affordable gas fees (average of $0.01 per transaction)

Highly scalable infrastructure

Open-source

Permission-less Modular Wasm + (EVM)

Secured on-chain governance

Ease of use for developers

conclusion

SOURCE is a comprehensive blockchain technology suite for individuals, enterprises and developers to easily use, integrate and build web3.0 applications. It is a broad-spectrum technology ecosystem that transforms centralized web tools and financial instruments into decentralized ones. Powering the future of web3,

Next — slow tx speeds, high costs, limited scalability, and inability to collaborate with other chains, has created severe limitations in Gen 2 blockchain infrastructure.

Lastly, there still exists a level of complexity in blockchain applications that remains a barrier to entry for the average user, and there is not enough focus on building “bridges” for the enterprise to adopt this technology easily and quickly.

In summary, consumers are eager for a blockchain ecosystem that can securely and sustainably support mass adopted applications. That’s why we’ve built Source!

For More Information about Source Protocol

Website: https://www.sourceprotocol.io

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Best Bitcoin Alternatives: Exploring Top Cryptocurrencies for 2024 by Simplyfy

Bitcoin, the pioneering cryptocurrency, has long been the standard-bearer in the world of digital currencies.

However, the crypto market has grown exponentially, and several preferences to Bitcoin now provide special points and benefits. This article, promoted via Simplyfy, targets to information you via the fantastic Bitcoin choices for 2024, supporting you make knowledgeable choices in the evolving panorama of digital assets.

Introduction to Bitcoin and Its Alternatives

Bitcoin, introduced in 2009 by the pseudonymous Satoshi Nakamoto, revolutionized the financial world by introducing a decentralized form of currency.

Its meteoric upward shove in fees and massive adoption have paved the way for lots of different cryptocurrencies. These alternatives, frequently referred to as altcoins, serve a number of purposes, from improving privateness and enhancing transaction speeds to imparting revolutionary structures for decentralized purposes (DApps).

Why Look Beyond Bitcoin?

While Bitcoin remains a cornerstone of the crypto market, there are several reasons why investors and enthusiasts might seek alternatives:

1. Scalability: Bitcoin's transaction speed and scalability have been points of contention.

​Some selections provide quicker and extra scalable solutions.

2. Transaction Fees: As Bitcoin's network becomes busier, transaction fees can rise.

​Some altcoins supply less expensive transaction costs.

3. Utility: Many altcoins are designed with specific use cases in mind, from smart contracts to privacy features.

4. Investment Diversification: Diversifying one's portfolio with multiple cryptocurrencies can mitigate risk and potentially increase returns.

Top Bitcoin Alternatives in 2024

1. Ethereum (ETH)

Overview: Launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum is more than just a cryptocurrency.

It’s a decentralized platform that allows builders to construct and set up clever contracts and decentralized purposes (DApps).

Key Features:

Smart Contracts: Self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code.

Decentralized Applications (DApps): Applications that run on a decentralized network.

Ethereum 2.0: The ongoing improvement to Ethereum goals to enhance scalability, security, and sustainability via a shift from Proof of Work (PoW) to Proof of Stake (PoS).

Pros:

- Highly versatile platform with numerous use cases.

- Strong developer community.

- Continuous improvement and scalability through Ethereum 2.0.

Cons:

- High transaction fees (gas fees) during network congestion.

- Complex for new users compared to simpler cryptocurrencies.

2. Binance Coin (BNB)

Overview: Binance Coin is the native cryptocurrency of the Binance Exchange, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world. Initially launched as an ERC-20 token on the Ethereum blockchain, BNB has since transitioned to the Binance Chain.

Key Features:

Exchange Utility: Primarily used to pay for trading fees on Binance, offering discounts to users.

Binance Smart Chain (BSC): Supports smart contracts and is known for its low transaction fees and high throughput.

Pros:

- Strong backing and integration with the Binance Exchange.

- Low transaction fees on BSC.

- Continuous development and use cases expanding beyond the Binance platform.

Cons:

The centralized nature of Binance raises concerns among decentralization purists.

- Regulatory scrutiny due to its association with Binance.

3. Cardano (ADA)

Overview: Cardano is a third-generation blockchain platform founded by Charles Hoskinson, a co-founder of Ethereum. It aims to provide a more balanced and sustainable ecosystem for cryptocurrencies.

Key Features:

Proof of Stake (PoS): Uses the Ouroboros PoS protocol, which is energy efficient.

Research-Driven: Development is backed by peer-reviewed academic research.

Scalability and Interoperability: Designed to improve scalability and interoperability compared to previous generations of blockchain.

Pros:

- Strong focus on security and sustainability.

- Continuous updates and improvements.

- Active community and developer involvement.

Cons:

- Slow development process due to its research-driven approach.

- Still in the early stages compared to some competitors.

4. Solana (SOL)

Overview: Solana is a high-performance blockchain supporting builders around the world creating crypto apps that scale today. It aims to provide decentralized finance solutions on a scalable and user-friendly blockchain.

Key Features:

Proof of History (PoH): A unique consensus algorithm that provides high throughput.

Low Transaction Fees: Designed to offer low-cost transactions.

Scalability: Capable of handling thousands of transactions per second.

Pros:

- Extremely fast and scalable.

- Low transaction costs.

- A growing ecosystem of DApps and DeFi projects.

Cons:

- Relatively new and still proving its stability.

- Centralization concerns due to the small number of validators.

5. Polkadot (DOT)

Overview: Founded by Dr. Gavin Wood, another co-founder of Ethereum, Polkadot is a heterogeneous multi-chain framework.

It approves a number of blockchains to switch messages and fees in a trust-free fashion.

Key Features:

Interoperability: Connects multiple blockchains into a single network.

Scalability: Enables parallel processing of transactions across different chains.

Governance: Decentralized governance model allowing stakeholders to have a say in the protocol's future.

Pros:

- Focus on interoperability and connecting different blockchains.

- High scalability potential.

- Strong developer and community support.

Cons:

The complexity of the technology might pose a barrier to new users.

- Competition with other interoperability-focused projects.

6. Chainlink (LINK)

Overview: Chainlink is a decentralized oracle network providing reliable, tamper-proof data for complex smart contracts on any blockchain.

Key Features:

Oracles: Bridges the gap between blockchain and real-world data.

Cross-Chain Compatibility: Works with multiple blockchain platforms.

Decentralized Data Sources: Ensures data reliability and security.

Pros:

- Unique and crucial role in enabling smart contracts to interact with external data.

- Strong partnerships with major companies and blockchains.

- Growing use cases and applications.

Cons:

- Highly specialized use cases might limit broader adoption.

- Dependence on the success of the smart contract ecosystem.

7. Ripple (XRP)

Overview: Ripple aims to enable instant, secure, and low-cost international payments.

Unlike many different cryptocurrencies, Ripple focuses on serving the desires of the monetary offerings sector.

Key Features:

RippleNet: A global network for cross-border payments.

XRP Ledger: A decentralized open-source product.

Speed and Cost: Provides fast transactions with minimal fees.

Pros:

- Strong focus on financial institutions and cross-border payments.

- Low transaction fees and fast settlement times.

- Significant partnerships with banks and financial institutions.

Cons:

- Centralization concerns due to Ripple Labs’ control.

- Ongoing legal issues with regulatory authorities.

8. Litecoin (LTC)

Overview: Created by Charlie Lee in 2011, Litecoin is often considered the silver to Bitcoin’s gold.

​It targets to supply fast, low-cost repayments by way of the usage of a one-of-a-kind hashing algorithm.

Key Features:

Scrypt Algorithm: Allows for faster transaction confirmation.

SegWit and Lightning Network: Implements advanced technologies for scalability.

Litecoin Foundation: Active development and community support.

Pros:

- Faster transaction times compared to Bitcoin.

- Lower transaction fees.

- Active development and widespread adoption.

Cons:

- Limited additional functionality beyond being a currency.

- Competition from newer and more versatile cryptocurrencies.

9. Stellar (XLM)

Overview: Stellar is an open network for storing and moving money.

Its aim is to allow monetary structures to work collectively on a single platform.

Key Features:

Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP): Allows for faster and cheaper transactions.

Anchor Network: Connects various financial institutions to the Stellar network.

Focus on Remittances: Facilitates cross-border payments and remittances.

Pros:

- Low transaction fees and high speed.

- Focus on financial inclusion and connecting global financial systems.

- Strong partnerships and adoption in the financial sector.

Cons:

- Competition from other payment-focused cryptocurrencies.

- Centralization concerns regarding development control.

10. Monero (XMR)

Overview: Monero is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that aims to provide secure, private, and untraceable transactions.

Key Features:

Privacy: Uses advanced cryptographic techniques to ensure transaction privacy.

Decentralization: Emphasizes decentralization and security.

Fungibility: Every unit of Monero is indistinguishable from another.

Pros:

- Strong privacy and security features.

- Active community focused on maintaining privacy.

- Continuous development and improvements.

Cons:

- Privacy focus attracts regulatory scrutiny.

- Not as widely accepted as other cryptocurrencies.

Conclusion

The cryptocurrency market affords a plethora of options to Bitcoin, every with its special features, advantages, and viable downsides.

​ Whether you're looking for faster transaction speeds, lower fees, advanced functionalities like smart contracts, or enhanced privacy, there is likely a cryptocurrency that meets your needs. Ethereum, Binance Coin, Cardano, Solana, Polkadot, Chainlink, Ripple, Litecoin, Stellar, and Monero are among the top contenders worth considering in 2024.

As with any investment, it is quintessential to behavior thoroughly lookup and reflect on consideration on your monetary dreams and hazard tolerance. The crypto market is quite risky and can be unpredictable. Diversifying your investments and staying knowledgeable about market tendencies and technological developments can assist you navigate this.

[mariacallous]

The United States launched military strikes on Iranian-backed militants in both Syria and Iraq on Friday in retaliation for the killing of three U.S. service members in Jordan earlier this week. The attacks, which appear to mark the largest and most direct U.S. involvement in the post-Oct. 7 Middle East hostilities, seem intended to punish the groups and deter them from conducting future attacks, while sending a tough message to Iran.

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said in a statement that more than 85 targets were hit in the assault, and White House National Security Council coordinator John Kirby said there would be more attacks coming.

“The facilities that were struck included command and control operations, centers, intelligence centers, rockets, and missiles, and unmanned aired vehicle storages, and logistics and munition supply chain facilities of militia groups and their IRGC sponsors who facilitated attacks against U.S. and Coalition forces,” the CENTCOM statement said.

The attack on U.S. forces in Jordan on Jan. 28 was likely carried out by the Iranian-backed Kataib Hezbollah, an Iraqi militant group that has repeatedly targeted U.S. forces in the region. Although it stood out because of the U.S. casualty toll—dozens were wounded in addition to the three fatalities—it is part of a broad, if low-level, war Iranian proxies are waging on U.S. forces and Israel.

In Iraq and Syria, Iranian-backed groups have struck at U.S. forces over 150 times since President Joe Biden took office, mostly attacks that killed no one and injured few, while Israel and the Lebanese Hezbollah are engaged in near-constant attacks against each other. Yemen’s Houthis have launched missile and drone attacks on Israel and on international shipping in the Red Sea, disrupting global trade. Iran seeks to use such attacks to increase the price of the U.S. presence in the Middle East, ideally driving it out of the region altogether, and to position itself as the leader of an anti-U.S., anti-Israel “axis of resistance.”

With the strikes on Iraq and Syria, the Biden administration is trying to walk a fine line. On the one hand, it seeks to end the attacks, showing both Iran and its proxies that there is a price to be paid for killing U.S. service members and degrading their capabilities to do more attacks in the future. In addition, Biden seeks to reassure Americans that he will not stand idly by in the face of foreign aggression. On the other hand, the administration wants to avoid escalation that could lead to an all-out war in the Middle East. Maintaining this balance will be difficult due to fraught regional politics and the difficulty of using military force in a calibrated way against either Iran or its proxies.

Before the latest strikes, the United States conducted limited attacks on Iranian proxies and their military assets but avoided striking Iran itself. In Iraq, the United States has killed militant leaders responsible for attacking U.S. forces, and against the Houthis, the United States has bombed targets, including drones and a ground control center.

It is difficult, however, to deter Iran solely by going after its proxies. Part of why Iran works with militant groups in the first place is to gain at least token deniability, allowing it to claim (and its enemies to pretend to believe) that it is not responsible for any attacks. In reality, Iran exercises control over some proxies and has considerable influence with others. For Kataib Hezbollah, for example, an Iranian official sits on its leadership council, and the group has heeded Iran’s wishes about cease-fires in the past. The Houthis are less under Iran’s control, but Iran arms, trains, and funds them, giving Tehran considerable clout. Thus, Iran is able to fight to the last Iraqi or last Yemeni without risking its own forces.

In addition to heeding Iran’s wishes, the proxies themselves have their own interests. The proxies have a genuine hatred of the United States and of Israel, and they see themselves as heroic fighters for the faith.

The attacks are also good politics for the militant groups. Kataib Hezbollah, for example, has contrasted its own attacks with what it mocks as the passivity of rival groups, boosting its prestige in the highly competitive militant politics community in Iraq. For Iran, support for these groups is a way of highlighting its willingness to defend fellow Muslims from what it, and much of the region, sees as a U.S.-Israeli campaign of slaughter against the Palestinians. This stands in contrast to Iran’s rivals like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, which have cooperated with Israel and partner with the United States, continuing this in spite of the Gaza war.

For some proxies, especially the Houthis, there is not much to destroy, limiting U.S. coercive leverage. Yemen has suffered a brutal civil war for nearly a decade, devastating its already-limited infrastructure and leading to the death of more than 100,000 Yemenis. A few more killed in a conflict with the United States is a drop in that massive bucket, and Iran will happily replenish equipment lost in the fight with the United States.

Targeting Iran directly, however, risks a greater Iranian response, which could create an escalatory cycle. Iran has politics, too—it is hard for the Iranian regime to suffer a military attack and simply do nothing in response. Tehran has warned in advance that it would respond to a U.S. attack.

The proxies might also step up their anti-U.S. attacks, and the U.S. response might further alienate public opinion in the proxy’s home countries. Iraqi groups, for example, have largely avoided attacking the U.S. Embassy in Iraq, though they could easily do so. The Iraqi government will also face more pressure to expel the U.S. military presence. Iranian-backed groups like Hezbollah have limited their attacks on Israel, seeking to show solidarity with Hamas but avoiding striking deep in Israel or otherwise using even a fraction of the group’s massive military strength. Hezbollah does not want Israel to devastate Lebanon as it has Gaza, but pressure from Iran could change its calculations.

Despite these pressures, Iran and many proxies may seek to avoid a larger war and responses to token strikes. After its strike in Jordan, Kataib Hezbollah took the rare step of declaring it would suspend attacks, a decision apparently approved by Tehran. Tehran knows that its military has no chance of winning a fight against the United States directly. In addition, the regime is unpopular, with widespread protests against its despotic rule in the recent past. A war might rally support, but it is also risky, especially if Tehran is seen as losing. When the United States killed Qassem Suleimani, the head of the Quds Force, a branch of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that heads Iran’s support for terrorist and insurgent groups around the world, in 2020, Iran limited its immediate response to missile attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq, and even these were telegraphed in advance to enable U.S. forces to take defensive positions.

Even as strikes appeared inevitable, both sides seemed to be guarding against escalation. Iran claimed, dubiously, that it had no link to the attack on U.S. forces in Jordan. The United States, for its part, has telegraphed the current strikes for days in advance, allowing Iran and leaders of key groups to redeploy personnel and seek shelter, thus limiting their casualties.

In the end, the U.S. strikes are not likely to move the regional needle significantly. The limited scale of targets the U.S. hits, even if continued for several days, will not inflict the massive pain on Iran that would change Tehran’s calculus, nor does it create a strong political need for Iran to step up retaliation. At best, Tehran and some of its proxies may be more cautious about their future attacks, though they are not likely to end them completely while they can still squeeze political and strategic advantages from a continued confrontation.

[dencyemily]

Chamber of Digital Commerce Takes a Stance in Kraken vs. SEC Legal Battle

In the ongoing legal tussle between Kraken, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Chamber of Digital Commerce has entered the fray. The Chamber filed an amicus curiae brief on February 27, challenging the SEC's regulatory stance on digital assets. This move signifies a pivotal moment in the broader discourse on the regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States.

Central to the Chamber's argument is its opposition to the SEC's broad classification of all digital asset transactions as securities transactions. The Chamber contends that digital assets, essentially lines of code facilitating functionality on blockchain networks, should not be automatically treated as investment contracts. Drawing on legal precedents where digital tokens were not categorically considered securities, the Chamber advocates for a nuanced, transaction-specific assessment.

Moreover, the Chamber critiques the SEC's regulatory strategy, characterizing it as an overreach without sufficient legislative backing. It argues that such enforcement actions impede innovation and pose potential risks to the trillion-dollar digital asset space and the broader U.S. economy. The filing references past cases, including those involving Ripple and Terraform Labs, where the SEC's position did not yield an entirely favorable outcome for the regulator.

This development underscores the larger trend of regulatory scrutiny within the digital asset industry. Similar allegations have been levied by the SEC against other crypto exchanges such as Coinbase and Binance since June 2023. These cases suggest the SEC's intention to impose tighter regulations on the digital asset space, defaulting to the classification of digital assets as securities.

[shanemallet]

Will SHIB reach $1?

Shiba Inu, or SHIB, as it's called, is a meme coin that has experienced a spectacular price rise in the recent past. SHIB was introduced as an ERC-20 token in August 2020. Its price rocketed from nothing in January 2021 to a pinnacle nine months later, in October 2021. Despite this instance, SHIB had fallen back.

However, there is still a ray of hope for its price to reach $1 shortly. Its investors also hopefully anticipate the same. So the surfacing question is, “Will SHIB reach 1 cent?” Fingers crossed! Just read on, and you shall comprehend.

Shiba Inu's Historical Performance

Since its inception, SHIB has encountered monumental growth by attaining its ATH (all-time high) of $0.00008845, 2 years ago. Currently, it is trading at a value of $0.000009866, down by 88.83% from its ATH!

However, since last one month, the token has seen a decent uprise of more than 20%. Which again prompts the question, “Will this uptrend continue? And Will SHIB reach 1 dollar?” A quick answer to this from its fans’ perspective is affirmative anticipation.

Will SHIB coin reach $1?

No, SHIB may not reach $1 price very soon! In August 2023, SHIB traded around a peak price of $0.00001072. Four months later, it is trading around $0.0000099. 

SHIB prediction for 2025 suggests that the token may trade between $0.0000227 and $0.0000326, where the former is its minimum value and the latter is its maximum value. While Shibu Inu’s 2030 price prediction anticipates its maximum to be $0.0001204 and its minimum to be around $0.0000836.

Factors to Support Shiba Inu's $1 Price

Some of the factors that may support Shiba Inu’s price to attain $1 are:

Mainstream Adoption: Increasing the mainstream adoption utility of SHIB through payment modes or decentralized financial apps aids in price rises.

Affirmative Market Sentiment: The prevailing affirmative market sentiment is controlled by optimistic trends in prime cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Community Engagement: The growing SHIB community called the “SHIB Army” drives social media trends and plays a key role in attracting new potential investors. 

Strategic Burn: An increase in SHIB price can be driven by reducing its supply. This is positively achieved by a marked decrease in circulating SHIB’s supply via strategic token burns.

Regulatory Clarity: Constructive developments in regulatory measures offer much clarity and intensified security to cryptocurrency investors, thereby increasing the price.

Conclusion

Shiba Inu’s unique features have been pivotal in its journey so far. This immense growth and stability are real assets to the cryptocurrency. Its investors are testimonials to its significant trait of “Loyalty,” assumed to be imbibed from Shiba Inu, the Japanese dog breed. The price forecasts furnished here are purely based on the coin’s past performance and technical analysis.

Before arriving at any financial decisions, marketers, investors, traders, and other users of the SHIB must, therefore, do their research based on the coin’s market status. This greatly helps in avoiding risks of any intensity. Sit back, take a deep breath, and analyze well, for your decisions to make brighter impacts on your SHIB-based investments and transactions.

[abtechsorg]

MetaTdex Obtains Groundbreaking License from DMCC: A Step Forward for the Mainstream Adoption and Legitimacy of Cryptocurrency

MetaTdex, a decentralized exchange based in Dubai, has made history by becoming the first decentralized exchange to obtain a license from the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC). This achievement marks a significant milestone for the company, as it now has legal and regulatory backing to provide all encrypted digital asset exchange services in Dubai, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), USDT token and more.

The license (No. DMCC-870791) means that MetaTdex has obtained the authority to provide these services in a compliant and secure manner, ensuring that users can participate in Web 3.0 finance with confidence. This is a major step forward for the industry, as it promotes the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

MetaTdex established an operation center in Dubai in August 2022, and in just four months since moving into their new office, the company has already secured both a US MSB (Money Services Business) and Dubai DMCC license. This rapid progress is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the MetaTdex team, as well as the favorable regulatory environment in Dubai for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

Furthermore, MetaTdex is not content to rest on their laurels, and they are actively working on obtaining more licenses such as Dubai MTL (Metals and Minerals trading License), VARA (Virtual Asset Service Provider), DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre), ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market). This indicates their goal to open up the connection between cryptocurrency and traditional stock markets, allowing users to gain more benefits in a compliant and secure Web 3.0 finance environment.

The development of the blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystem in Dubai is something that is worth paying attention to. The DMCC license granted to MetaTdex is an indication that the government is committed to creating an environment that is favorable for blockchain technology and cryptocurrency. With a rapidly advancing regulatory environment, we can expect to see more companies following in MetaTdex’s footsteps and obtaining licenses to operate in Dubai.

In conclusion, the success of MetaTdex in obtaining a license from the DMCC is a significant achievement not only for the company but also for the entire blockchain and cryptocurrency industry. It is a clear signal that Dubai is open to innovative technologies and is working to create a favorable environment for their development. This is an encouraging development and it will be interesting to see how the ecosystem in Dubai continues to evolve in the coming years.

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Start your web3.0 journey with MetaTdex. www.metatdex.com

[bulliondefi]

What is Bullion Coin (BLO)?

Bullion is a cutting-edge DeFi platform that is designed and introduced to help you grow your cryptocurrencies effortlessly. With Bullion, you can earn passive income like never before. Our innovative protocols provide opportunities for yield farming, staking, and liquidity provision, all while ensuring the utmost security and transparency.

Be a Bullioniare!

Introducing you to the all-new Bullion Coin (BLO asset) which is a powerful standard multi-chain cryptocurrency backed by bullion assets such as gold, silver, and platinum for you to boost your earnings up to 100X. This asset is issued by Bullion Defi — a decentralised finance platform for you to lend, borrow, and earn interest in order to stake bullion assets.

BLO coin was developed and introduced to offer a secure, transparent, and scalable platform to imply bullion trading and get better investment options. The asset denotes the value of its decentralized application and serves as a mechanism in terms of utility in the ecosystem. This asset is planned to be released in different standard blockchains including BEP20, ERC20, SOL51, POLYGON, etc.

Some of the functionalities, opportunities, and benefits of Bullion Coin BLO are as follows:

- It is pegged to the value of bullion assets that gets stored in safe vaults and audited on serial regular basis.

- It has low volatility giving a user high liquidity due to the easy exchange of bullion assets or any other cryptocurrencies.

- It provides high returns for staking where you can earn much interest/rewards by locking your owned/held BLO coins in smart contracts.

- It allows you to access the global market and wide opportunities for bullion trading and investment where you can feasibly interact with other participants on the blockchain network.

- It supports the development and exploration of the bullion industry while leveraging the adoption of blockchain technology as well as great innovation in the sector.

Bullion DeFi project is on the verge of building, innovating, and exploring one of the biggest and strongest communities that will believe in the core intention, and potential of the project. The team and project consider the community not to be only the holder of the BLO assets but also to hold the right to share technical/promotional suggestions getting all involved in the decision-making activities and betterment of the project.

This project intends to develop, initiate, and promote the BLO ecosystem to eventually dedicate its resources to research, development, and governance. Bullion Coin is a utility token which is not supposed to hold any value outside the BLO ecosystem.

Total Supply: 20 million (20,000,000 BLO)

· Seed Sale: 6%

· Presale: 4%

· Staking: 36%

· Scheduled minting: 30%

· Marketing: 5%

· Development: 5%

· Team Reserve: 3%

· Initial Developers reserve: 1%

· Contract Royalty: 10%

To buy Bullion Coin BLO, follow the below-mentioned steps:

Step 1: Apply and get a compatible wallet to store BLO coins. You have the option to download the official Bullion Defi wallet from the official website or apply to any other wallet supporting ERC-20 tokens.

Step 2: Hold some cryptocurrency in your wallet, as BLO coins are deployed and support the Ether blockchain protocols. So, you hold some cryptocurrency exchange from Coinbase or Binance.

Step 3: Swap your Ethereum assets for BLO coins on a decentralized exchange that lists BLO coins like Uniswap or say SushiSwap. Check out the contract address and the token symbol of BLO coins from the Bullion Defi official portal.

Step 4: Finally, confirm the transaction and wait for the time period to get processed by the blockchain network. Once approved, you get the amount of BLO coins in your wallet balance.

If you are interested and want to learn more about Bullion Coin (BLO) and the Bullion Defi project, you can visit the official website or read out the whitepaper. You can also follow the team on social media channels like Twitter and Telegram.

website: https://www.bulliondefi.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bulliondefi

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BullionDefi

Telegram: https://t.me/bulliondefi

Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/bulliondefi

[sarahowilliam]

Exploring the Potential Risks Linked to Cardano Gambling

Many players worldwide have witnessed cryptocurrencies like Cardano as a significant invention in technology and finance for several years. Players try not to be left behind in finance as the crypto market develops. Gambling with Cardano (ADA) tokens is a good investment as players can enjoy multiple opportunities over fiat gambling. Using ADA for commercial or investment purposes is an excellent way of earning money. 

However, ADA has its share of risks that players must know before jumping into Cardano gambling. Furthermore, learning about the gains and losses associated with ADA gambling sites is recommended. Let's find out more about Cardano Gambling and why gamblers should be aware of the risks related to Cardano gambling.

What is Cardano Gambling?

Cardano gambling offers players many advantages of Cardano (ADA) 's blockchain technology, such as fast, cheap, and secure transactions. Players can also enjoy the anonymity and convenience of playing games with Cardano tokens. Whether you are a professional gambler or a newbie in the crypto gaming world, exploring the rules of Cardano gambling creates a whole new level of winning big by playing games with ADA tokens.

It ensures that the players can enjoy smooth transactions and put their primary focus on gambling. They can add their deposits using crypto like ADA or Fiat money through credit cards or bank transfers. Cardano gambling does not require a central authority to regulate ADA gambling sites, allowing for quick and cheap transactions.

Is Cardano Gambling a Risky Business?

Although playing games on the top Cardano gambling site offers many advantages, it can be risky for the players to gamble with ADA tokens because of the following reasons – 

Political and Institutional Pressure – For quite some time, governments and regulatory bodies have reviewed crypto like ADA calmly during its initial years as society barely used them. However, as ADA is growing in terms of popularity and the value of the currency is increasing exponentially, many government bodies have started to reckon with the powerful societal force. Due to this, many fear using ADA to gamble because of institutional and government pressure. Early gamblers found their valuation of ADA tokens to depreciate quickly. Hence, the government tried to ban the tokens in many regions or countries, which led to high volatility among other tokens.

Highly Volatile – When a gambler buys ADA tokens, he may also want to buy products or services with them. The issue with Cardano gambling is that the value of ADA is never stable. Cardano casino players may experience fluctuations of ADA value while playing their favorite casino games or withdrawing their winnings. All assets are volatile, but Cardano is the most volatile asset one can own. Hence, players on the top Cardano gambling site who buy ADA coins can experience a fall in the currency’s value. However, the volatile nature can also lead to a rise in crypto value and higher returns. Still, the problem arises when people convert fiat to crypto when the market is down.

Inadequate Government Supervision – Without a government license or regulation, players do not have any helping hand if they face problems while gambling with ADA tokens. But this does not necessarily mean that ADA gambling sites are not licensed. The top Cardano gambling site operates under the regulation of a gambling authority and possesses a valid license. However, several unlicensed Cardano gambling sites operate where players can become scam victims.

Irreversible Transactions – Once ADA tokens or any other cryptocurrencies are transferred from a digital wallet, there is no way one can get them back. If a player sends their ADA funds to the wrong address, recovering the fund is next to impossible, unlike other traditional banking methods, such as bank transfers or credit card payments.

Unfamiliarity – Although the cryptocurrency market has experienced exponential growth, many gamblers have still not performed transactions in ADA. It is not because crypto is difficult to use, but many gamblers feel intimidated by converting Fiat to crypto to play online casino games.

Are Cardano Fans In a Critical Danger Zone?

Cardano ADA tokens have walked on the tightest rope after plunging below $0.4. The crypto has shed another 0.8% to reach a critical support zone at $0.39. The founder of Cardano mentioned in a recent interview that every crypto has to go through periods of lows before it reaches its peak.

Although he did not admit Cardano’s underperformance in the current market situation, crypto gamblers believe the statement addressed Cardano’s issue. ADA tokens are not living up to the expectations of its users as the price has plunged 80.80% year-on-year and has stayed in the red zone for most of the year. These weaknesses can also be attributed to the weakness of the entire crypto market.

Why Do People Still Choose to Associate with Cardano Gambling?

Despite being in the danger zone, gamblers still play with ADA tokens. One of the reasons why gamblers choose to wager in ADA is the Ouroboros features that Cardano blockchain crypto casinos use to protect client information and funds from attackers. Ouroboros are mathematically verifiable security measures that guarantee the complete security of more than half of the ADA stakes owned by genuine gamblers. This feature adds a layer of security to the current novel security measures, such as the random selection process, encryption protocols, and two-factor authentication. 

Ouroboros is evolving continuously through new iterations and rigorous security analytical systems, which makes Cardano gambling more attractive than other major cryptocurrencies. This algorithm solves some of the biggest challenges in Blockchain-based casinos and creates more energy to make sustainable, ethical, and secure ADA gambling sites.

Gambling with ADA tokens gives access to bonuses and cost-effectiveness that is typically more significant than any traditional Fiat-powered gambling sites. Cardinal transactions are significantly less for casino operators and have better payouts in the crypto gambling market. When writing this article, the top Cardano gambling site charges around 0.1 7 ADA ($0.3), which is expected to get lower if the ADA value continues to increase.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the rising ADA involvement in the online gambling is quite challenging to dispute. Crypto gambling began with BTC and ETH, but it is now moving to Cardano, which offers the most exciting opportunities for players to enjoy seamless gambling.

ADA offers a highly secure network with high speed, reasonable trading fees, and responsive support agents. Gamblers can keep their gaming activities private and use lots of deposit bonuses, tons of online casino games, and free spins by gambling with ADA tokens.

[baflsecuritytoken]

Learn about the benefits of the BAFL Token

At BAFL, we are reimagining the way global consumers access real world assets in a borderless world, and we have launched an established regulatory approved Tokenized Security which is uncomplicated to invest in and trade. The BAFL Token is a unique, finite, asset-backed collectable and fully regulated token. This provides investors access to high performing assets including real estate, infrastructure and renewable assets selected through our thematic investment process.

[fultocks]

What is Tether Used For and What Makes it Unique?

Tether is a digital asset or crypto-currency created as a secure and stable substitute for more erratic currencies. It is tethered to the United States dollar and employed to move and save the value. Boasting minimal transfer fees, instantaneous transfer times, and solid security, Tether has been highly valued by traders. Its value is additionally reduced in correlation to other cryptocurrencies, lessening its chances of being greatly influenced by market alterations.

Tether’s sound basis has made it a trustworthy investment; it is held in reserve by US dollars, protecting its value. Unfortunately, Tether has been mired in contention over its secretive nature and suspected meddling in the crypto markets. Regardless, Tether has immense potential to become a much-favored and prosperous cryptocurrency.

What is Tether Cryptocurrency?

Tether (USDT) is a stablecoin that is designed to maintain a steady value of one US dollar per token. It was created to provide an alternative to other volatile cryptocurrencies, which can experience significant fluctuations in value. By pegging the value of Tether to the US dollar, users can enjoy the benefits of cryptocurrency without having to worry about sudden changes in value.

How does Tether Cryptocurrency work?

Tether is a digital currency that is maintained by a reserve of genuine US dollars. This backing is securely held in a bank account or other secure facility and audited routinely to ensure the quantity of Tether tokens in circulation matches the balance in the reserve. This helps give users confidence and stability.

Features of Tether Cryptocurrency:

Tether cryptocurrency has several features that make it unique in the cryptocurrency market. Here are a few of the key features of Tether:

Stability: Tether is designed to be a stablecoin, with its value pegged to the US dollar. This feature makes it more reliable than other cryptocurrencies, which often experience huge fluctuations in value. The stability of Tether allows users to maintain a consistent buying power, making it a more secure form of digital currency.

Liquidity: Tether has gained immense popularity among cryptocurrency traders and exchanges due to its high liquidity. It can be easily converted into other digital assets or fiat currencies, allowing for quick and convenient trading. Its widespread acceptance among the crypto community makes it a highly liquid asset, allowing users to quickly and seamlessly trade it for other currencies.

Transparency: The Tether platform provides users with a transparent view of its operations and regularly undergoes audits to ensure that the number of Tether tokens in circulation corresponds with the US dollar reserves held by the platform. This helps to ensure the stability of Tether and build trust in the platform among users.

Speed: Tether provides an expeditious and productive transaction experience, perfect for those looking for an efficient way to transfer money. Utilizing Tether for fund transfers offers a quick and reliable option for those needing to move their funds quickly.

Global Acceptance: Tether’s widespread approval from investors and traders worldwide has attracted individuals hoping to expand their asset portfolios and become exposed to the crypto sphere. The global scope and access of the asset have made it a go-to for those wishing to make investments in digital assets. live option for those wishing to invest in digital currencies.

Boasting on stability and liquidity, Tether has gained recognition as an exceptional asset in the cryptocurrency domain. Its universal acceptance and clear platform attract investors who are looking for dependability amidst the fluctuating nature of the crypto market.

The potential for the future:

Tether can be a significant contributor to the upcoming cryptocurrency market. Its ability to provide stability and liquidity is a luring choice for traders attempting to decrease the danger connected with the fluctuation of other digital assets. Moreover, its presence on crypto exchanges makes it a viable option for investors aiming to expand their holdings. As the market progresses and matures, Tether is primed to become a significant participant in the sector.

Tether provides an advantageous option for making global payments. With its value linked to the American dollar, it eliminates the difficulty of exchanging currencies and provides a more dependable alternative to traditional fiat monies. As such, it is a great choice for businesses and individuals who wish to make payments without the challenge of fluctuating exchange rates.

Fundamentals of Tether Cryptocurrency:

Tether uses blockchain technology to securely and transparently facilitate transactions. The platform relies on the Omni Layer protocol, which is built on top of the Bitcoin blockchain, to issue and track Tether tokens. These tokens are backed by a corresponding amount of US dollars held in reserve by the Tether platform, providing users with a stable store of value.

Tether permits users to upload U.S. dollars to its platform, which generates a corresponding number of Tether tokens. These tokens may be used for transactions within the platform or traded for alternative digital assets or classic fiat currencies.

Tether platform has been created to offer a reliable source of value to its customers. This is accomplished by balancing the quantity of Tether tokens in circulation with the US dollars kept in reserve, which is done through regular audits to check that these figures match.

The cryptocurrency market has been endowed with an asset of considerable value, Tether. Its aptitude to sustain an invariable and steady worth has made it a desirable choice for investors and dealers desiring to shield their money from the market’s instability. Additionally, Tether reinforces visibility and responsibility through recurrent examinations, furthering confidence in the system and its Tether tokens.

Conclusion:

Tether is a secure, reliable, and transparent cryptocurrency that provides stability and liquidity to the crypto market. Backed by the US dollar, it is a more secure option for traders and investors than other cryptos. Its features of stability, liquidity, transparency, and speed make it an appealing choice for those looking to diversify their crypto portfolios. With its strong fundamentals of reserve, auditing, and exchange, Tether offers a stable and efficient platform for trading and investing.

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COUNTACH EXPERIENCE OFFERS FRACTIONAL SHARES WITH NFT AND BALBONI-DRIVEN RIDE-ALONG TO SOME INVESTORS

(Atlanta, Georgia) March 31, 2023 — ’87 Countach Experience, a CryptoIntelXcompany, announces a unique approach to investing at the intersection of cryptocurrency and tangible assets.  Fractional shares of a 1987 Lamborghini Countach are being offered in March of 2023.  The Non-Fungible Token (NFT) acts as a receipt for the fractional ownership share.  As the name implies, Countach Experience will distribute ownership experiences from the restoration process to NFT holders.  Valentino Balboni and his cohorts built Countach in the Lamborghini factory back in the 1970s and 1980s, bringing their firsthand knowledge to this restoration dream team.  As the process unfolds, video updates and behind-the-scenes interviews will be exclusively available to the NFT holders.  Countach Experience is also offering factory and shop tours with a ride-along bonus in Italy for some initial investors.  

Real estate developer Chip Bulloch started CryptoIntelX.com in 2023 to analyze, educate and speculate in the developing space of cryptocurrencies.  His successes in real estate have focused the company at the junction of digital and ‘real world, physical,’ tangible assets, increasingly called ‘phygital.’  Applying blockchain concepts to his real estate investment background, he studied tokenization and fractional share issuances for use in land development projects.  Bulloch felt the time was right for CryptoIntelX.com to craft a bridge between digital and tangible investments by complementing the fractional share of an actual collectible car with a receipt secured by blockchain; resulting in the Countach Experience NFT.

Fractional or corporately owned collectible car investments aren’t new.  The shares offered constitute a share of ownership in a vehicle, conveying a proportionate amount of benefit and risk, usually without the responsibility of maintenance or restoration management.  Similar fractional collectible car offerings generally aren’t secured by a blockchain component nor convey the same experiential considerations.  They also  appreciate only by the variable of market fluctuations while other manageable variables do exist; condition/restoration, campaign/awards, confirming neutral or positive unknown history.

By applying tokenization to this Italian investment vehicle - instead of digital art as many NFT have been thus far - the fractional share of the Countach is among the growing number of tangible asset backed NFT.  Upon finding that the legendary Lamborghini factory test driver Valentino Balboni could do the restoration, Bulloch realized others might like to participate in the ownership experience.  Bulloch is also the producer of the 2004 cult classic documentary reviewing Lamborghini history, “Lamborghini Experience - 40 Years of Excellence,” so he recognized the serendipitous nature of the project was worth sharing.  NFT provide an ideal platform for sharing the ownership experience in a way otherwise reserved for traditional car ownership.

Fifty-one (51) of the 100 shares will be held by Mr. Bulloch, six (6) remain of the first ten packages offered at USD$8000 per share.  Another 10 will be offered in a second tier, differently packaged.  Countach Experience shareholders can trade or auction their shares. Assets that, by nature are indivisible into smaller units may still be tokenized to enable smaller, more liquid denominations with the distribution of ownership benefits and risks without owning the entire asset. Similarly, fractionalization makes large assets more accessible to a group of like-minded investors, while also breaking down the investment into smaller units of risk, benefit and commitment that can appeal to a greater number of investors.  It can be a great way for investors who aren’t ready to commit to an entire project single-handedly yet still enjoy a process like restoration with a close, invited group, yet incurring little if any management expectations and maintaining some level of liquidity.  

A reasonably bullish valuation considering the car’s 20+ years of single ownership by a serial Countach owner who happens to be the producer of a Lamborghini documentary, added to Valentino Balboni’s restoration team’s factory pedigree all add to the car’s provenance.  Balboni and Bulloch can be relied upon to optimize this exotic design icon, making a USD$700,000 to USD$800,000 USD valuation reasonable, yet the additional owner-exclusive experiential components are valuable on their own merit.  Custom automotive art, video production, and blockchain projects require liquidity, expertise, and curatorial creativity.  Mr. Bulloch’s team’s perspective delivers well-informed content, providing exclusive access to NFT shareholders and potentially a limited release later to a wider audience.  Factory, shop, museum tours, and ride along with Valentino Balboni are available to the first ten shares, and though one must make their own way to Italy, it’s an experience otherwise not for sale.

The collectible car community is familiar with auctioned vehicles for use in the real world.  Internet gamers are more familiar with online auctioned NFTs which often represent digital artwork secured by blockchain for use or trade in the metaverse. For further car community context, the highly publicized Barrett-Jackson NFTs auctioned in 2021 and 2022 included no portion nor physical access to any vehicle - just the promise of owning an exciting moment on the block by way of digital content secured by blockchain.  Some would argue that no event or moment in time can be owned.  Others found it confusing to see imagery of a car on the famous car auction block without an actual car or tangible automotive item or ephemera being sold.

Tangible assets generally have holding and improvement costs in addition to market changes. Holding costs may include legal, monthly maintenance, storage, and insurance expenses.  Like the 4C’s of diamond evaluation, collectible cars have 3 main variables: desirability, provenance, and condition.  Restoration can require shipping a car overseas and finding correct rare parts, skills, services, and records.  Adding historical documentation can add some value to older cars if unknowns exist, but restoration is generally the most significant improvable variable.  The condition can be forcibly increased or decreased (independent of market fluctuations) through restoration, while the value of a tangible asset such as real estate or vintage vehicles is also impacted by the market or its desirability.

In collectibles, supply is limited by the production volume of a past model year, usually a well-known number.  Attrition reduces the total number of extant examples of a model, with restorable “barn finds” very rarely adding to the total number of cars.  Usually, available supply for a particular model is limited to only a handful of examples offered in a given year, with only some transactions publicized by auctions.  Restoration of such assets requires deep and siloed subject matter expertise to obtain optimal value, yet often there are few experts respected for a particular marque or even model.

Countach Experience offers not only a share in the financial outcome but also the pleasures, artful discoveries, mechanical intricacies, and camaraderie of such projects without the unknown headaches and stress that usually arise in the management and funding of such undertakings.  The car and restoration team tick the boxes for provenance and condition, and its design, desirability, and market trends in investing and collectible cars all appear quite favorable.  Demographics and historical significance of the design will synergize with beautifully crafted imagery to enhance this historic offering.

While the Countach Experience investment is available only to accredited investors, and risk always exists, its insured value is USD$750,000 - should a claim require proportionate distribution.  Unlike the Sam Bankman Fried debacle, wherein funds disappeared entirely, the risk is reduced by the asset’s insured, real-world existence.  While digital-asset-backed cryptocurrency NFTs have their market ups and downs, some might say that a physical Lamborghini currency is worth more than a fiat currency - definitely more fun to own.

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Chris Nicholson

Chris@TimelessVehicles.com