Dora Noda
Software Engineer
Dora Noda is a Software Engineer writing about Web3 infrastructure, blockchain networks, and self-hosting.
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TON's Telegram Takeover: How 500 Million Mini App Users Became Crypto's Largest Onramp
Discover how TON's strategic partnership with Telegram has transformed it into the largest crypto onramp, leveraging 500 million mini app users. Explore the exclusive infrastructure, viral gaming, stablecoin integration, and decentralized compute initiatives driving this unprecedented growth.

The Altcoin ETF Explosion: How SEC's Regulatory Reset Unleashed a $400 Billion Opportunity
The SEC's regulatory overhaul has paved the way for a surge in altcoin ETFs, unlocking a $400 billion market opportunity. Discover how this shift is transforming the crypto landscape and attracting institutional investors.

The Great Crypto Consolidation: How $37 Billion in M&A Is Reshaping the Industry Into Full-Stack Financial Giants
In 2025, the crypto industry saw a record $37 billion in mergers and acquisitions, marking a shift towards vertically integrated financial giants. Discover how companies like Coinbase and Ripple are leading this transformation.

The End of Crypto Privacy in Europe: DAC8 Takes Effect and What It Means for 450 Million Users
As DAC8 takes effect, crypto privacy in the EU faces unprecedented scrutiny. This directive mandates comprehensive reporting by crypto platforms, reshaping the landscape for 450 million users and raising significant privacy concerns.

From Bitcoin Mayor to Rug Pull: How the NYC Token Lost $500M in Minutes
Eric Adams' NYC Token debacle highlights the risks of political figures endorsing meme coins, as the Solana-based token lost $500M in minutes. This incident raises questions about celebrity crypto endorsements and the regulatory gaps that allow such disasters to occur.

GameStop Moves $420M in Bitcoin to Coinbase: Is the Corporate Treasury Model Cracking?
GameStop's transfer of $420 million in Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime raises questions about the viability of corporate crypto treasury strategies amidst significant unrealized losses and market volatility.

Tokenizing Security: Immunefi IMU Launch and the Future of Web3 Protection
Immunefi's launch of the IMU token aims to revolutionize Web3 security by aligning incentives for researchers and protocols. Discover how tokenization and AI-driven solutions like Magnus are set to transform the landscape of crypto protection.

The Great Prediction War: How AI Agents Are Reshaping the $16B Battle Between Polymarket and Kalshi
Prediction markets have surged to $5.9 billion in weekly volume as Polymarket and Kalshi vie for dominance. AI agents, now responsible for over 30% of trades with 98% accuracy, are pioneering 'information finance' as a new asset class.

R3 Declares Solana the 'Nasdaq of Blockchains': A New Era for Institutional Capital Markets
R3's partnership with Solana marks a pivotal shift in institutional blockchain adoption, positioning Solana as the 'Nasdaq of blockchains.' Discover how this collaboration is reshaping capital markets and driving a new wave of institutional investment.