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A Twitter debate has erupted, speculating that Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) might be involved with the BALD memcoin rugpull.
Blockchain analysts delved into the developer’s on-chain history and discovered a connection between the wallet address deploying the BALD token and ETH funding from wallets linked to FTX and Alameda Research.
An anonymous DeFi commentator suggested that this link might indicate SBF’s attempt to recover some losses.
Data editors found that the same wallet address had made numerous transfers (400) to blacklisted USDT addresses and appeared to have strong connections with Alameda Research. 
The team behind the largest token on the Base blockchain, Bald, has withdrawn a substantial amount of liquidity from LeetSwap, removing 7,000 ETH and 142 million BALD tokens in a significant transaction.
The price of BALD has plummeted to as low as $0.015, experiencing a decline of over 84%.
In the past few days, BALD had seen a gain of over 30,000%, even without having an official website or active presence on social media. Tracing the Evolution of Web3 Games
With the continuous advancement of blockchain technology and decentralization, the gaming industry is experiencing remarkable growth, opening up a realm of new possibilities for gaming enthusiasts. As game quality improves, we are witnessing a surge in the number of game-related projects. 
The Ankr Project and ANKR Token: Features and Prospects
Ankr is a trailblazing platform equipped with its proprietary blockchain, developed specifically for node hosting and as a supplier of Web3 infrastructure. It provides developers with the essential tools and resources they need to create decentralized apps and networks. 
The United States House panel has approved two bills that could provide regulatory clarity for crypto firms, addressing the jurisdictional differences between the U.S. securities and commodities regulators.
The Republican bill introduces a process for firms to certify with the SEC that their projects are decentralized, enabling them to register digital assets as digital commodities with the CFTC.
The bipartisan Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act aims to remove hurdles and requirements for “blockchain developers and service providers” such as miners, multisignature service providers, and decentralized finance platforms.
Congressmen praised the passing of these bills as a “huge win” for the United States. 
The National Crime Agency (NCA) is actively recruiting financial investigators with a crypto-edge. To do that, you have to be an accredited financial investigator (AFI), possessing skills in blockchain analysis, and comprehending pertinent legislation. Immunefi: The Platform for White Hat Hackers
Immunefi, introduced to the world by Mitchell Amador in 2020, is a high-ranking platform within the realm of cryptocurrency bug-bounty operations. This dynamic initiative brings white hat hackers into play, hosting contests that allow them to unearth flaws in various blockchain projects and their corresponding smart contracts. 
The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) has published a report suggesting that a more robust regulatory framework is required for the use of blockchain in finance.
The report highlighted the lack of regulation around crypto asset trading platforms and stablecoins and identified non-security crypto asset spot markets as the main regulatory gap. According to the GAO, Congress could address these issues by designating a federal regulator to oversee these markets.
Moreover, the report suggests a need for more regulatory coordination and proposes the establishment of a formal mechanism to identify risks and respond to them within an agreed timeframe. 
Get ready, crypto fans, because in just two days, WhiteBIT is about to make a major announcement regarding the release of their mainnet, WB Network!
The blockchain explorer is already up and running, allowing you to keep track of the countdown to the launch.
Also, good news for participants in the testing phase — the developers have confirmed a retroactive airdrop for you! Once the release is live, you'll be eligible to receive the airdrop. The ECOMI Phenomenon: Collectibles Go Digital!
ECOMI's blockchain ecosystem and the VeVe app offer a novel approach to NFTs and digital trading. This piece dissects the platform's peculiarities, assessing the security and tokenomics features that distinguish it. Check out this insightful read to track the evolution of blockchain applications. BinaryX & BNX: Igniting the GameFi Revolution
BinaryX is a GameFi project that applies blockchain technology in gaming contexts. The ecosystem of BinaryX includes an NFT marketplace and a high-speed sidechain, which are underpinned by BNX, a governance token. Check BinaryX's insights into the ongoing changes within the GameFi field. 
Securitize, a digital asset trading platform, has started tokenizing equity in Spanish real estate investment trust, Mancipi Partners. The tokens will trade on the Avalanche blockchain from September.
This marks the first tokenized equity issuance under the European Union’s pilot scheme for distributed ledger technology, supervised by the European Securities Market Authority. Securitize will also undergo a six-month supervision period by Spain’s National Securities Market Commission (CNMV).
Securitize's CEO, Carlos Domingo, believes the move will significantly benefit European businesses, providing new avenues for capital raises and potential tax benefits. 
The freshly minted line-up of collectible avatars, titled 'Retro Reimagined', is scheduled for a grand unveiling on July 26 at 3:00 pm Eastern Time. In the tradition of previous releases, this series will also make its debut on the Polygon blockchain. Users will have the ability to exchange these Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) via various external trading applications
On top of that, Reddit has given some tantalizing hints about future modifications coming to its treasure trove of collectible items. In the not too distant future, this store will be directly accessible from the avatar editing interface. At present, the store's offering is somewhat limited, with only a handful of third-generation selections available for purchase, each carrying a price tag of $4.99. 
Optimism announced Law of Chains v0: a foundation for the future of Superchain.
Law of Chains v0 will change Optimism Governance to govern standards for multiple chains, defining the necessary conditions for integration into Superchain and prioritizing user security. According to the developers, this will:
1. Preserve a unified, neutral, and open blockchain space.
2. Conduct blockchain modernization.
3. Ensure infrastructure availability.
Optimism aims to officially unveil this project and the first version of the new chain governance process after discussions with the community in the next governance season. 
The company behind the popular P2E game Axie Infinity, Sky Mavis, has announced a partnership with the NFT collection CyberKongz. Their joint venture will entail developing a new game on the EVM-compatible blockchain Ronin.
While the details of the new venture are yet to be disclosed, it has been revealed that CyberKongz's game, Play & Kollect, will also be migrated to the Ronin network. 
Private banks in South Korea, Hana Bank and Woori Bank, have taken a keen interest in tokenized deposits, commonly known as Deposit Certificates or CDs.
CDs offer an alternative rooted in blockchain technology, serving as an equivalent to private stablecoins and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
Presently, it's being viewed as a potential substitute for customary notes and deposits without disrupting the existing banking system. 
Crypto payments processor Alphapo has reportedly been robbed of at least $23 million in Ethereum, Tron, and Bitcoin, according to blockchain analyst ZachXBT.
The stolen funds on Ethereum were exchanged for ether and then moved to the Avalanche and Bitcoin networks. The exact amount of stolen Bitcoin remains unknown.
Alphapo's client, HypeDrop, has subsequently suspended withdrawals, noting issues with both withdrawals and deposits of BTC, ETH, and TRX. Despite the situation, HypeDrop assured users that their funds remain secure.