Compound Digital Currencies
Compound is an open-source protocol for algorithmic, efficient money markets on the Ethereum blockchain
Compound aims to establish money markets for cryptographic assets on the Ethereum blockchain, to enable individuals, institutions and applications to earn interest on Ether, stablecoins and utility tokens, with complete liquidity — similar to the overnight rate for dollars and government currencies
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Bitcoin Dominance Drops Near 50% – Boom on the Way?
There’s a buzz in the cryptosphere today. Bitcoin dominance hasn’t been this low since last August. Google trends show that interest in Bitcoin hasn’t been this low since last April. Are we in the quiet
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Over 80 Percent of Total ETH Supply is Held by 7,572 Addresses: Research
Over 80 percent of the total supply of Ethereum’s native token ETH is held by 7,572 addresses, a new report claims.
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A David vs. Goliath Battle Is Brewing in Ethereum Decentralized Exchange Race - CoinDesk
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These Cryptofunds Say 'Generalized Mining' Is the New Way to Invest - CoinDesk
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Exclusive: MyCrypto CEO on Why Ethereum dApps are a 'Hot Mess'
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