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Reddit Moderators Suspected of Insider Trading
Three moderators of the r/CryptoCurrency subreddit sold MOON tokens for $150,000 30 minutes before Reddit officially announced the closure of the blockchain-based Community Points rewards program. Lookonchain believes that insider information was shared with the moderators by Reddit administrators. 
Bitcoin Miners Pivot to AI Amid Halving Concerns
JPMorgan reports that Bitcoin miners are diversifying their operations in anticipation of the upcoming halving event, which will slash their rewards. Miners are now venturing into the booming artificial intelligence (AI) market, offering high-performance computing services. This shift is partly funded by selling newly minted or existing bitcoins. Companies like Applied Digital and Iris Energy are already making strides in AI cloud services. Additionally, post Ethereum's shift from proof-of-work, former Ethereum miners are leveraging GPUs for AI, finding it potentially more profitable than traditional mining. Hodlnaut controversy: OPNX's proposal sparks backlash
Following a probe by the Twitter user OnchainPenguin, a dubious $9.5 million transaction was tied to a fresh acquisition proposal.
The inflow to Hodlnaut's wallet was 2221 times higher than the average. Insights from OnchainPenguin pinpoint this account as the source of rewards to OPNX’s leadership.
It seems that Hodlnaut's funds were in some way supporting OPNX's functional outlays,and the trading platform's chiefs might be on a mission to save the virtual currencies FLEX and OX. There's a looming risk that these tokens could nosedive in value if Hodlnaut opts to liquidate its possessions to repay its lenders. BTSE: The Crypto Oasis with 150+ Coins!
BTSE is a crypto exchange with 150+ assets listed. It uses BTSE tokens, part of the Liquid Network, and has a market cap of $274M. It offers multiple rewards and staking program benefits. Founded by pros with experience in Wall Street, it is focused on innovation and usability. McDonald's Opens McNuggets Land in the Metaverse!
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of their iconic Chicken McNuggets, McDonald's has taken a leap into the digital realm with McNuggets Land, within the metaverse platform, The Sandbox.
Upon stepping into McNuggets Land, players are greeted by pixelated McNugget characters, led by the charismatic "Coach McNugget" and his trusty assistant, aptly named "Assistant Coach McNugget."
Coach McNugget invites gamers to embark on a thrilling quest to find four hidden McDonald's signs.
As players dive into the game, they stand a chance to earn fantastic rewards, including a generous shared prize pool of 100,000 SAND tokens (approximately $44,000) and intriguing "mystery boxes," as stated in the press release. Understanding Steem (STEEM): An In-Depth Look at the Project
Steem (STEEM) serves as the native token of the Steemit platform - a decentralized social media network built on the Steem blockchain. Designed to incentivize engagement, it rewards users for creating, interacting with, and commenting on unique, captivating content. 
Trading volumes for top P2E tokens are down 98%
Kaiko Research’s data highlights reduced engagement in prominent tokens:
“AXS, the governance token of the Axie Infinity ecosystem is down more than 90% since early 2022 and SAND, MANA and GALA tokens have seen a a similar drop in value.”
Analysts point out that monetary incentives were a primary motivator for users, but these platforms faced challenges in maintaining their user base due to diminishing in-game rewards. 
Optimism Launched 3rd Round of its Airdrop
However, it's not tied to quests... Layer 2 blockchain Optimism initiated its third wave of token distribution exclusively for OP delegators. To qualify for the rewards, participants needed to accumulate 18,000 points. The points were calculated by multiplying the number of delegated OP by the delegation days, which must exceed 7 days. If the delegate actively engaged in voting, a minimum of 9,000 points was required. There's no claiming process or forms to fill out! Tokens have been automatically sent straight to users' wallets. In total, over 19 million OP tokens have been distributed to 31,870 unique addresses. Could BTC Hit $100,000 by 2024?
Amid the evolving crypto landscape, one prediction stands out: Davis Hui from Caanan foresees BTC's price potentially skyrocketing to $100,000 by 2024. This bullish forecast is rooted in upcoming events like the bitcoin halving, set to diminish the BTC issuance rate by halving miner rewards.
Compounding this optimistic view is the undeniable attention from financial powerhouses, with BlackRock, boasting $10 trillion in assets, as a prime example.
For Hui, it's this mix of major institutional influx and a shrinking bitcoin supply that suggests a bullish future for BTC. 
Sei honors its early users with rewards
The Sei team has initiated token claims for those who participated in the testnet early on. However, the meager bonuses received have left many reevaluating their decision to engage in future airdrops, especially for Tier-2 or Tier-3 projects.
Rewards were disappointingly scant, with most individuals earning only a nominal amount for blockchain testing.
The SEI token price decreased by 20%, possibly attributed to either the overnight downturn in the crypto market or the airdrop itself.
P.S.:To claim your tokens, the Compass wallet is essential, and some regions might require a VPN. 
Arkham Intel Exchange Rewards $5K for Terra Wallet Details
Arkham Intel Exchange has acknowledged two on-chain investigators with approximately 9,519 ARKM (valued at ~$5,000) for information on Do Kwon & Terra's wallet holdings.
This new data suggests a potential inconsistency in Terra's previous declaration of possessing a single Luna Foundation Guard wallet. Unlock Financial Freedom with Creditcoin's CTC Token
Creditcoin, a crypto lending/borrowing solution, utilizes its native CTC token for transaction fees and mining rewards. This review examines the project's origins, infrastructure, ICO funding, and competition with Compound. It also analyzes the tokenomics behind CTC's distribution. Dive in!