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Earning Stock Tokens with NFTs? What Exactly is StonkBrokers?

StonkBrokers, a project by Web3 developer team CLUTCH on Robinhood Chain, gives 4444 pixel-style NFT "brokers" an active role in decentralized finance. Each NFT is linked to an ERC-6551 token-bound account that can hold assets like stock tokens. The NFT can be activated by staking the project's ERC-20 token, STONKBROKER, to increase its weight for receiving rewards. The STONKBROKER token is also used to mint or swap for NFTs via the Anvil NFT AMM. Rewards in the form of stock tokens are funded primarily by a portion of the ETH trading fees generated on Anvil. Community members can trigger a "Clock In" function to convert accumulated ETH into stock tokens, which are then distributed to the token-bound accounts of activated NFTs based on their staking tier. The project also allows NFT holders to use their assets as collateral to borrow STONKBROKER tokens. Looking ahead, CLUTCH plans to launch Stonk Launcher, a token launchpad, and Stonk Exchange, a Vote Directed DEX (vDEX) built on Uniswap V3 architecture where STONKBROKER holders can vote to direct fee flows. While the project introduces a novel model where NFTs function as operable financial accounts, it is still in development. Its long-term viability hinges on the successful launch of its planned products, sustainable protocol revenue, and navigating risks like market volatility and smart contract security.

marsbit07/21 03:01

Earning Stock Tokens with NFTs? What Exactly is StonkBrokers?

marsbit07/21 03:01

Whale.io Launches Whale Printer: $WHALE Token Staking

Whale.io has launched "Whale Printer," a new on-platform staking system for its native $WHALE token. The feature allows eligible holders to lock their tokens for fixed periods to earn predetermined rewards. Three lock-up options are available: 90 days with a 1.2x multiplier (107.8% APY), 180 days with a 1.5x multiplier (129% APY), and 365 days with a 3x multiplier (200% APY). Multipliers and rewards are fixed at the start of the staking period. Rewards are distributed from a dedicated, non-replenishing pool of 20 billion $WHALE (20% of total supply). Once this pool is exhausted, the Whale Printer will close permanently, incentivizing early participation. Users can stake tokens directly from their Whale.io account balance, with support for up to 10 concurrent staking positions per account. Early withdrawal is not permitted. $WHALE is the utility token for the Whale.io crypto casino and sportsbook ecosystem, distributed through gameplay and user activity rather than private sales. The staking mechanism adds new functionality and a reward structure for token holders. Whale Printer is now accessible via whale.io/token.

TheNewsCrypto06/03 14:08

Whale.io Launches Whale Printer: $WHALE Token Staking

TheNewsCrypto06/03 14:08

"JUST 6th Anniversary x GasFree Super Carnival Month" Grandly Arrives: Enjoy "0" Gas Transfer Freedom & Share the 10,000 USDT Bonus Pool

The "JUST 6th Anniversary x GasFree Super Carnival Month" event has launched, celebrating the JUST ecosystem's six-year milestone within the TRON network. Running from May 18th to June 7th, the event features a 10,000 USDT prize pool and is designed to promote the GasFree smart wallet. GasFree, a key product of the JustLend DAO protocol, allows users to pay transaction fees directly with the token being transferred (e.g., USDT), eliminating the need to hold the network's native token (TRX) for gas. This innovation aims to simplify on-chain transactions and lower the entry barrier for new users. The carnival offers five main activities: 1. **GasFree Activation Challenge:** New users can earn random rewards (5.2-522 USDT) for activating GasFree and completing their first transfer. 2. **Transfer Rebate:** 200 users daily are randomly selected to receive a 100% rebate on their activation and transaction fees. 3. **Bitcoin Pizza Day Special:** A dedicated event with custom rewards to celebrate crypto culture. 4. **JUST 6th Anniversary Lucky Draw:** Special anniversary reward packages for lucky participants. 5. **Knowledge Quiz:** A trivia contest where users can win prizes by answering questions about JUST and GasFree. To participate, users need a compatible wallet like TronLink (recommended), Klever, Guarda, or NOW Wallet. They must then find the GasFree feature, fund it with USDT, and complete at least one USDT transfer to qualify for the rewards. The article highlights GasFree's significant adoption, reporting over 872 billion USD in cumulative transaction volume and more than 612 million USD in saved user fees since its launch. The event underscores JUST's commitment to enhancing the DeFi user experience by making on-chain interactions more accessible and cost-effective.

链捕手05/18 14:42

"JUST 6th Anniversary x GasFree Super Carnival Month" Grandly Arrives: Enjoy "0" Gas Transfer Freedom & Share the 10,000 USDT Bonus Pool

链捕手05/18 14:42

A Once-in-300-Years Event? Independent Solo Miner "Hits the Jackpot," Claims $220K Bitcoin Block Reward Alone

A solo Bitcoin miner with only 70 TH/s of hashrate has successfully mined block 944,306, earning the full 3.128 BTC block reward (approx. $222,000). This miner’s computing power represents just 0.000007% of the total network hashrate, making the probability of such an event roughly once every 300 years on average. The miner used CKpool’s solo mining service, which allows individual miners to work independently rather than in a pool, keeping the full reward minus a 2% fee. This is the 313th solo block mined via CKpool since 2014. Remarkably, this is the second such unlikely event within ten days, highlighting the lottery-like nature of solo mining—where small miners occasionally win big despite extremely low odds.

marsbit04/10 12:43

A Once-in-300-Years Event? Independent Solo Miner "Hits the Jackpot," Claims $220K Bitcoin Block Reward Alone

marsbit04/10 12:43

Pump.fun offloads $4.55M in PUMP- Will prices fall below $0.002?

Pump.fun's native token PUMP has breached the critical $0.002 support level, dropping to $0.0019 before a slight rebound to $0.002032, down 5.71% daily. A team-linked wallet aggressively sold 2.07 billion PUMP tokens worth $4.55 million, adding significant selling pressure. Market indicators show strong bearish dominance, with the Buy Sell Volume to Price Pressure hitting -38 and the Bulls vs. Bears indicator at -11.8. Despite the introduction of the new Cashback Coins reward model—which shifts rewards from creators to traders and sparked some rebound—the market structure remains weak. Momentum indicators like RSI (43) and RVGI (0.018) suggest a high chance of further decline. If bearish pressure continues, PUMP may fall to $0.0018; otherwise, holding $0.002 could lead to a rise toward $0.0024.

ambcrypto02/19 10:01

Pump.fun offloads $4.55M in PUMP- Will prices fall below $0.002?

ambcrypto02/19 10:01

Bitcoin Ransomware Case Shakes NBC — Here’s The Latest Developments

Bitcoin is central to a high-profile ransom case involving the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. Blood and a missing doorbell camera were found at her Arizona residence. Ransom messages demanding Bitcoin were sent to news outlets. A new note emerged from someone offering information for 1 BTC ($67,598 at time of writing). The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information. An expert noted the ransom amount is modest compared to larger crypto crimes. Savannah Guthrie has expressed hope her mother is still alive.

bitcoinist02/12 01:03

Bitcoin Ransomware Case Shakes NBC — Here’s The Latest Developments

bitcoinist02/12 01:03

Industry First! Huobi HTX Launches "New Capital Rebate Pilot" Program with Up to 20% Incentives

Huobi HTX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has launched an industry-first pilot program called the "New Funds Rebate" initiative, officially starting on February 6, 2026. This innovative scheme shifts the focus from traditional trading-volume-based rebates to incentivizing genuine new capital deposits and long-term asset retention on the platform. The program targets real net new funds—assets deposited and held by users' historical baselines—effectively excluding internal transfers or short-term flows. Eligible users must register via personal or sub-partner referral codes. The rebate is calculated based on the actual amount of new capital effectively retained. The reward structure includes three tiers: a base 8% rebate on all eligible new funds, an additional 8% limited-time bonus for Q1 2026, and an extra 4% for partners who attract over 20 million USDT in new funds during the same quarter. This allows a maximum total rebate of up to 20%. The program supports 21 major cryptocurrencies, including USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, and TRX, ensuring broad accessibility. By encouraging genuine capital growth and long-term holding, Huobi HTX aims to build a more sustainable Web3 ecosystem where users and the platform share in the benefits of organic growth. The pilot runs until June 30, 2026.

marsbit02/11 09:18

Industry First! Huobi HTX Launches "New Capital Rebate Pilot" Program with Up to 20% Incentives

marsbit02/11 09:18

Stop Grinding Mindlessly, the Best Airdrops Are Often 'Unexpected Encounters'

The article argues that the most valuable crypto airdrops are often "unexpected" and not the result of grinding tedious, predefined tasks. Instead, the best strategy is to build a genuine on-chain footprint by actively using protocols you believe in. Past examples like TIA, DYM, and Monad rewarded active users on various chains and in top protocols, not just those who farmed points. Publicized criteria for points programs are often exploited by Sybil attackers, diluting rewards and leading to burnout and disappointment when expectations aren't met. In contrast, retroactive airdrops with hidden criteria have less competition, as incentive-chasers avoid uncertain rewards. The core logic is that projects value real, high-value on-chain activity over low-value, repetitive Sybil behavior. By focusing on authentic engagement rather than farming, users can build a strong on-chain reputation, avoid being filtered out as a Sybil, and be pleasantly surprised by future airdrops.

marsbit01/20 04:11

Stop Grinding Mindlessly, the Best Airdrops Are Often 'Unexpected Encounters'

marsbit01/20 04:11

X cracks down on ‘InfoFi’ reward models, triggering sell-offs across crypto social tokens

X has updated its API policies to ban applications that financially reward users for posting or engaging on the platform, a move targeting so-called "InfoFi" models. The change, announced by Head of Product Nikita Bier, aims to reduce automated replies, low-quality engagement, and AI-generated spam. As a result, several InfoFi-linked tokens experienced significant sell-offs, with the sector's market cap dropping over 11% to around $367 million. Prominent tokens like Kaito AI and Cookie DAO fell sharply, highlighting the platform dependency risk for crypto-social projects built on centralized infrastructures. The policy shift has led to widespread discussion about the sustainability of reward-driven engagement models on X.

ambcrypto01/15 18:29

X cracks down on ‘InfoFi’ reward models, triggering sell-offs across crypto social tokens

ambcrypto01/15 18:29

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for the Third Time in a Row. What Does This Mean?

Bitcoin mining difficulty has decreased for the third consecutive time, dropping by 0.74% to 148.2 trillion on December 11. This means miners now need to compute approximately 148 trillion hash functions on average to add a new block and earn the 3.125 BTC reward (around $281,000 at current rates). This prolonged decline in difficulty, last seen in 2024 after the halving event, reflects reduced mining activity. The global hashrate has fallen from its peak of 1.31 Zh/s on October 24 to 1.14 Zh/s, indicating some miners are switching off unprofitable equipment. According to Anton Gonterev, Commercial Director of Intelion, this adjustment reflects the market adapting to Bitcoin's lower price. Since reaching approximately $126,000 on October 6, Bitcoin's price has fallen 28% to $90,000. Despite this, mining difficulty is still over 40% higher than a year ago, indicating sustained structural demand for computational power and continued investor interest in mining. The current correction is seen as a normal industry dynamic where less efficient operators are gradually leaving the network. Mining is shifting towards players with modern equipment, stable infrastructure, and controlled project economics, particularly those with access to predictable, competitive energy prices. These efficient operators remain stable despite short-term fluctuations in Bitcoin's price or mining difficulty.

RBK-crypto12/11 14:33

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for the Third Time in a Row. What Does This Mean?

RBK-crypto12/11 14:33

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