Cosmos | Monthly report — February 2023
This month’s trends, key metrics, and developments within the Cosmos Ecosystem.
Cardano Monthly report - February 2023
Let's have a look at the top Cardano stories making news in February.
The top implications of Ethereum's Shanghai Upgrade
The next Ethereum upgrade, Shanghai, is just around the corner. With the recent narratives in real yield and liquid staking derivatives, we look at the implications for Ethereum and liquid staking derivatives.
Federal Governor Phillip Jefferson Speech
Federal Reserve Governor Philip Jefferson gave a talk on where inflation is headed and argued against raising the central bank's inflation target. Jefferson believes that if the Federal Reserve changes their stance on inflation, that this would cause reputational damage to them.
Private cryptocurrencies need more regulation, according to IMF
According to Kristalina Georgieva, the IMF is not pushing for a complete ban on digital assets. But, more laws regarding private cryptocurrencies are wanted.
The Sandbox - Virtual World in the Metaverse
The Sandbox is a blockchain-based virtual world that allows players to create and monetize their gaming experiences using non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and its native cryptocurrency SAND.
South Africa Added to FATF 'Grey List' Due to Lack of Crypto Regulation
The Financial Action Task Force, an international financial watchdog, declared on February 24 that it had added South Africa to its “grey list,” which was seen as a significant setback for the country.
Telept City Launches AIGC NFT Platform for Web3
An AI-powered platform that allows users to create an NFT through an interactive experience similar to playing a text adventure game.
25 Feb 2023
With Swiss Firm Metaco, Germany's DZ Bank Will Offer Crypto Custody
DZ Bank, Germany's second-largest bank, is putting the finishing touches on its plan to start offering custody services for digital assets. The offering will be made possible by collaborating with Metaco, a Swiss business specializing in assisting financial institutions in operating in the digital asset space.
25 Feb 2023
After “Forking,” Solana Network Falls, On-Chain Trading Slows
Some validators are attempting to restart activity by downgrading their software.
24 Feb 2023
Satoshi Nakamoto’s last unfinished project inspires a new online marketplace
Particl is a mix of Amazon, eBay, and public exchange. The project was started in 2014, and its foundation was established in Zug, Switzerland, in 2017.
24 Feb 2023
January PCE Release
The core personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index increased to 4.7% YoY in January, higher than economists' expectation of 4.3% growth. This unexpected surge in inflation may force the Fed to take more aggressive action, worrying investors already anxious about rising prices. The revised figure for December's core PCE of 4.6% shows that price growth at the end of last year was hotter than previously thought.
