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Hyperbridge Exploit Mints 1B Bridged DOT Tokens, Nets $237K

A forged message bypassed the Polkadot token contract's admin controls on Ethereum, allowing unlimited minting. Hyperbridge paused operations after the attack — notable because the protocol markets itself as a "full node security" bridge.

By Jan Whitfield
Tech

Aave DAO Passes "Aave Will Win" Proposal With 75% Vote

100% of revenue from all Aave-branded products now flows to the DAO treasury, ending a months-long dispute over fee control. Protocol revenue hit $140M in 2025. With application-layer income now added, Aave targets $1 trillion in assets under management.

By Jan Whitfield
Learn

How to Buy Bitcoin in 2026: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

From selecting a regulated trading platform and completing identity verification to executing your first order and securing your BTC in self-custody — every step covered with the precision serious buyers demand. Updated for 2026 fee structures, KYC standards, spot Bitcoin ETF alternatives, and the latest self-custody best practices.

By Jan Whitfield
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What Is a Crypto Wallet? The Complete Guide (2026)

Your wallet does not hold your crypto. It holds the keys to it. With over 820 million active crypto wallet addresses globally and software wallet downloads surpassing 520 million in 2025, choosing the right wallet is the most consequential security decision a crypto user makes.

By Jan Whitfield