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Ripple Partners with Spanish Banking Giant BBVA
US-based blockchain company Ripple has entered into a strategic partnership with Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA), a leading Spanish bank, to offer crypto custody (custody) services.BBVA Makes a Secure Transition to CryptoBBVA recently launched a retail trading and custody service for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). With this new partnership, the bank will utilize Ripple's institutional custody infrastructure as the backbone of these services. BBVA Head of Digital Assets Francisco Maroto stated that Ripple's custody services provide the bank with an end-to-end secure infrastructure. "We can offer our clients a direct, secure, and regulatory-compliant custody service," Maroto said. Cassie Craddock, Ripple's Europe Regional Manager, emphasized that banks can now take faster action thanks to the European Union's Crypto Asset Markets Regulation (MiCA). Craddock said, “BBVA is one of the region's most innovative banks. Thanks to MiCA, banks can now confidently deliver the digital asset services their customers demand.”First Switzerland and Turkey, now SpainThis Ripple-BBVA partnership isn't new. BBVA Switzerland migrated its crypto custody infrastructure to Ripple's technology at the end of 2023. Garanti BBVA adopted Ripple's custody service in Turkey in 2024. The Spanish initiative stands out as the largest-scale implementation of this partnership in Europe.IBM is also contributing to the project, which is being carried out through Garanti BBVA Crypto, by providing the security infrastructure. This platform, which has reached more than 14,000 users in Turkey, enables the buying, selling, and custody of popular assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana (SOL), Arbitrum (ARB), XRP, and USDC. The new partnership is expected to expand this model to a wider audience in Spain. Europe Race Accelerates with MiCAThe MiCA regulation in Europe has accelerated banks' entry into the crypto space. Assessments from the CoinShares research team predicted that MiCA would mobilize the largest European banks in 2024. Today, we see this prediction come true. BBVA's move coincides with Deutsche Bank's plans to launch a Bitcoin custody service in 2025.Deutsche Börse's Clearstream unit is preparing to launch crypto custody solutions for institutional clients, while Boerse Stuttgart Digital Custody became the first institution in Germany to receive a full license under MiCA. Standard Chartered also launched crypto services in Europe with a digital asset license from Luxembourg.Having overcome years of legal battles with the SEC in the US, Ripple is now focusing more strongly on the European market. The acquisition of Swiss custodian Metaco allowed Ripple to provide institutional-grade infrastructure suitable for banks. The BBVA agreement was one of the most concrete steps that strengthened Ripple's strategy.This new service offered by BBVA to its customers appears to be a sign that European banks will take a more active role in the crypto sector.
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2025년 9월 9일
Gemini to Receive $50 Million in IPO Support from Nasdaq
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has signed up Nasdaq, the leading US stock exchange operator, as a strategic investor ahead of its initial public offering (IPO). According to Reuters, Nasdaq will purchase $50 million worth of shares during Gemini's IPO.Nasdaq Makes $50 Million ContributionGemini, founded by brothers Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has accelerated its long-awaited IPO preparations. Under the company's plan filed with Nasdaq, 16.6 million Class A shares will be offered at a price between $17 and $19. This offering, with additional options, is expected to raise over $300 million.According to sources, Nasdaq will acquire $50 million worth of shares through a private placement simultaneously with the IPO. Thanks to this agreement, Nasdaq customers will gain access to Gemini's custody and staking services, while Gemini's institutional customers will be able to use Nasdaq's Calypso platform, developed for managing trade collateral.Market conditions will be decisiveWhile neither party has officially commented on the matter, it was stated that the agreement is subject to change depending on market conditions. The recent volatility in crypto markets, in particular, could affect investor appetite during the IPO process.Nevertheless, Nasdaq's move signals that the boundaries between crypto and traditional finance are rapidly blurring. Indeed, Nasdaq recently filed a petition with the SEC for regulatory changes regarding tokenized securities. This initiative aims to pave the way for blockchain-based versions of traditional stocks to be traded legally.Strong financials, high targetsGemini's financial data disclosed in its IPO filing fell short of expectations. The company reported a net loss of $282.5 million in the first half of 2025. This figure is nearly seven times the $41.4 million loss in the same period last year. Adjusted EBITDA figures also fell from a $32 million profit to a $113.5 million loss. For the full year 2024, a $158.5 million loss was recorded on $142.2 million in revenue.Despite this outlook, Gemini believes the IPO will attract strong investor interest. The support of a major institution like Nasdaq further bolsters this confidence. With Gemini's listing on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "GEMI," it is expected to become the third publicly traded crypto exchange in the US, following Coinbase and Bullish.Crypto companies are racing to go publicGemini's move is part of a wave of IPOs in the crypto ecosystem. Companies like Circle and Bullish have previously experienced strong openings on US exchanges. Circle's IPO as a USDC issuer generated significant interest, with Bullish shares surging over 150% on their first day of trading on the New York Stock Exchange. Gemini's success could further fuel the appetite for crypto companies to go public. Players like Grayscale, Kraken, Figure, and BitGo also have similar plans.
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2025년 9월 9일
Double Shock in Crypto: SwissBorg Hacked, Ledger Issues Urgent Security Advisory
Developments that marked the new week in the crypto sector were related to security risks. Ledger's Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Charles Guillemet warned investors about a large-scale supply chain attack on software packages that have reached billions of downloads, while Switzerland-based platform SwissBorg announced that it had lost approximately $41 million in Solana (SOL) due to an attack targeting its staking partner.Critical warning from Ledger CTOLedger CTO Guillemet stated on Monday that a supply chain attack shaking the JavaScript ecosystem is ongoing. "A respected developer's NPM account has been compromised. The affected packages have been downloaded more than a billion times, and the entire ecosystem could be at risk," he said. Guillem emphasized that investors who don't use hardware wallets should be especially cautious: "If you don't have a hardware wallet, avoid on-chain transactions for now. Hardware wallet users can stay safe by carefully reviewing each transaction before signing."The scale of the attack sparked speculation in the crypto community that it "could be the largest supply chain attack ever seen." Hackers allegedly injected malicious code into downloaded packages, changing transaction addresses in the background, and then redirecting funds to their own wallets without users' awareness.SwissBorg Loses $41 Million in SOLAnother development that came on the same day as Ledger's warning involved a loss that directly impacted users. Swiss-based platform SwissBorg confirmed that approximately 192,600 SOL ($41.3 million) was lost as a result of its partner API being compromised.The company explained that the attack did not affect its own application but only targeted its "SOL Earn Program." A SwissBorg spokesperson said, "This is a difficult day for us. However, we will use our SOL treasury to compensate the majority of our users." It was also stated that the company is collaborating with white-hat hackers and security partners to recover the stolen funds. Ultimately, while the Supply Chain attack impacted software developers and, indirectly, millions of users, the SwissBorg incident highlighted the risk of partnering with centralized platforms.Experts recommend that users use hardware wallets, carefully check addresses in transaction signatures, and choose trusted partners for staking transactions on centralized platforms.
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2025년 9월 9일
CoinShares Report: ETH Weakens; Investors Focus on SOL, XRP, SUI, LINK, CRO
Global digital asset investment products experienced a total net outflow of $352 million last week. A report published by CoinShares reveals that investor appetite remained limited despite weak US employment data and interest rate cut expectations. Trading volumes also fell 27% compared to the previous week. Nevertheless, $35.2 billion in inflows were still expected for 2025, surpassing last year's total inflows by 4.2% on an annualized basis.Regional Outlook: Outflow from the US, Strong Inflow from GermanyThe regional distribution revealed the different trends of investors. US-based funds saw outflows of $440 million, while Germany recorded a strong inflow of $85 million. Hong Kong stood out with an inflow of $8.1 million. Other countries, such as Canada (+$4.1 million), Brazil (+$3.5 million), and Australia (+$2.1 million), also saw positive movements, albeit limited. However, outflows were seen in Sweden (-$13.5 million) and Switzerland (-$2.7 million). Asset-based Flows: Bitcoin Positive, Ethereum NegativeAccording to weekly data:Bitcoin funds were the main source of investor interest with $524 million in inflows. Total inflows into Bitcoin products since the beginning of the year have reached $21.3 billion.Ethereum funds, however, were at the center of the outflows. Last week alone, $912 million in outflows were recorded. Outflows occurred every day for the last seven trading days. Nevertheless, a total of $11.1 billion in inflows since the beginning of the year has remained stable.Solana funds closed positive for the 21st consecutive week with $16.1 million in inflows. Total inflows since the beginning of the year reached $1.26 billion.XRP funds recorded $14.7 million in new inflows, reaching a total of $1.41 billion.Relatively small funds such as Sui, Chainlink, and Cronos also recorded modest positive flows, while the outflows for Cardano and Litecoin remained stable. Company-based Flows: ProShares and iShares LeadThe difference between fund providers was also notable.ProShares and iShares stood out with inflows of $126 million and $122 million, respectively.Grayscale (-$131 million), Bitwise (-$126 million), and ARK 21Shares (-$82 million) experienced significant outflows.CoinShares XBT Provider products also saw outflows of $15 million.Consequently, weekly outflows indicate a decrease in investors' short-term risk appetite. The sharp outflows in Ethereum, in particular, suggest that institutional investors are reassessing their expectations for this asset class. Conversely, Bitcoin's steady inflows confirm that the market continues to turn to BTC as a safe haven. The consecutive weeks of inflows from altcoin funds like Solana and XRP indicate that the market remains focused on diversification. In summary, although there has been a “cooling” in fund movements on a global scale, it is possible to say that institutional interest in crypto investment products remained high throughout the year.
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2025년 9월 8일
Forward Industries Makes $1.65 Billion Major Move into Solana
A notable new development has occurred in the cryptocurrency market. Forward Industries announced that it has raised a total of $1.65 billion in private investment in a PIPE (private investment in public equity) round led by Galaxy Digital, Jump Crypto, and Multicoin Capital. This investment, secured with both cash and stablecoin commitments, marked one of the largest financing initiatives focused on the Solana ecosystem.Solana-centric treasury strategyThe company stated in a statement that this massive funding will be used for a digital asset treasury strategy built around the Solana blockchain. C/M Capital Partners, an existing shareholder, also participated as an investor in this round. Galaxy Digital will integrate its own enterprise infrastructure into the project, including trading, lending, and staking services. Jump Crypto will support the project with technical initiatives such as Firedancer, a new validator client aimed at scaling Solana's performance. Thus, Forward Industries aims to generate differentiated returns from its staking, lending, and trading activities. Management and Strategic CollaborationThis strategic partnership isn't limited to financing. Kyle Samani, co-founder and managing partner of Multicoin Capital, will become chairman of Forward Industries' board of directors upon completion of the transaction. Samani has been among the most prominent investors supporting Solana's development since 2018 and emphasizes that Solana remains undervalued by the market.Galaxy's President and Chief Investment Officer, Chris Ferraro, and Jump Crypto's CIO, Saurabh Sharma, will also join the board as observer members. Their experience with Solana-based projects is expected to further strengthen Forward Industries' governance structure.Advisors and Next StepsCantor Fitzgerald & Co. served as financial advisor during the investment process, while Galaxy Investment Banking served as co-placement agent and advisor. Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP served as legal advisor for Galaxy, and DLA Piper LLP served as legal advisor for Cantor Fitzgerald. The company announced that it will share further updates on its treasury strategy, centered around Solana, in the coming period. Forward Industries CEO Michael Pruitt emphasized his belief in Solana's long-term potential, saying this move represents a decisive move to enhance the company's shareholder value.
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2025년 9월 8일
Sui-Based Altcoin Hit for $2.4 Million
The world of decentralized finance (DeFi) has once again been shaken by news of a cyberattack. Nemo Protocol, a yield platform built on the Sui blockchain, announced that it had lost approximately $2.4 million worth of stablecoins due to a security vulnerability over the weekend. In the incident, first reported by security firm PeckShield, the attacker reportedly transferred stolen USDC tokens from Arbitrum to the Ethereum network. This moved the assets into an ecosystem where they could be more easily moved and difficult to monitor.All smart contracts have been haltedThe Nemo team confirmed the attack in a statement on Telegram on Monday, announcing the incident to the community:“Dear Nemo community, last night there was a security incident affecting the Market pool. We are investigating the issue and have temporarily halted all smart contract activity. We will share new information as we receive it.”It is also noteworthy that the platform has entered a previously scheduled maintenance period. Nemo had previously announced that the application would be under maintenance on Monday and Tuesday. Therefore, the attack's emergence coincided almost simultaneously with the maintenance period.Are the assets safe?Nemo Protocol emphasized that the attack only affected a specific pool and that the assets held in the vaults were safe. However, a clear explanation has not yet been released regarding the root cause of the incident. This uncertainty has shaken investor confidence and once again highlighted the ongoing security vulnerabilities in DeFi protocols.Following the attack, the total locked assets (TVL) on the platform experienced a significant decline. According to DeFiLlama data, Nemo Protocol's TVL fell from $6 million to $1.53 million. This decline indicates that investors were rapidly withdrawing their funds from the platform.What is Nemo Protocol?Nemo Protocol is a yield optimization and yield trading platform built on the Sui blockchain. It offers users the ability to tokenize their investments. The platform divides assets into Principal Tokens (PT) and Yield Tokens (YT), allowing users to buy and sell these tokens, hedge future returns, or take speculative positions.While yield tokenization, in particular, is becoming increasingly popular in the DeFi world, Nemo Protocol was one of the prominent projects in the Sui ecosystem. However, the recent incident may cause investors to re-evaluate their trust in such new projects.Billions of dollars worth of assets have been lost in recent years due to smart contract vulnerabilities and protocol flaws. The transparency and freedom offered by decentralized finance also create attractive opportunities for malicious actors.
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2025년 9월 8일
What is Cronos (CRO?
In the cryptocurrency world, almost every major exchange now has its own token. Among the most notable examples of this trend is Binance's BNB, OKX's OKB, and Huobi's HT. So, what's the answer to the frequently asked question, "What is Cronos?" For those wondering what Cronos is, in short: it's the base currency of Crypto.com's own payment and exchange platform and the EVM-compatible blockchain network known as Cronos Chain. When we delve deeper into Cronos, we find that it's not just an exchange token but also a comprehensive infrastructure designed for decentralized finance (DeFi ecosystem), NFT, and Web3 applications.Cronos (CRO) is the native cryptocurrency of the Crypto.com ecosystem. In other words, it's the primary token used on Crypto.com's payment, trading, and financial services platform. Initially known as Crypto.com Coin, the CRO token eventually became known as "Cronos." The Cronos network, a blockchain compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) developed by Crypto.com, was launched in 2021. This allows Cronos to support Ethereum-based smart contracts and allows developers to easily port their decentralized applications (DApps) to the network. Cronos's goal is to provide a scalable and user-friendly infrastructure for decentralized applications, decentralized finance (DeFi), NFT platforms, and cryptocurrency payment solutions. So, what is the history of Cronos, who developed it, and why is it considered so valuable? In this guide, we will examine the history, technical specifications, and use cases of the Cronos coin.Cronos Definition and OriginsCronos is a cryptocurrency project developed by Crypto.com and is known by the symbol CRO. "What is Cronos coin?" The short answer to this question is as follows: Cronos coin (CRO) is both the native token of Crypto.com's own blockchain network and the utility token used in all Crypto.com products. First released in late 2018, the CRO token was initially issued on the Ethereum network using the ERC-20 standard to provide benefits to Crypto.com users. Crypto.com was founded in 2016 under the name Monaco and aimed to offer cryptocurrency-powered Visa cards. In 2018, Monaco rebranded itself as Crypto.com and introduced the CRO token as the ecosystem's native currency. Subsequently, Crypto.com began developing its own blockchain. In 2021, a new Ethereum-compatible blockchain network called Cronos Chain was launched. Cronos Chain was designed to operate in parallel with Crypto.com's existing Crypto.org Chain network and is specifically focused on supporting DeFi, gaming (GameFi), and NFT applications. Cronos History: Major MilestonesThe development of Cronos and the history of the CRO coin are closely linked to the evolution of Crypto.com. Here are some key milestones in the history of Cronos:2016: Crypto.com, originally known as Monaco, was founded in Hong Kong by Kris Marszalek and his team. The company's initial goal was to offer Visa cards that could be loaded with cryptocurrency. Founders included Kris Marszalek, Rafael Melo, Gary Or, and Bobby Bao.2017: The Monaco project held an ICO to launch its own cryptocurrency. At this ICO, a token called MCO was sold, raising approximately $26.7 million. (Note: MCO is a separate legacy token from Cronos.)2018: Monaco rebranded as Crypto.com and acquired the valuable Crypto.com domain name in June 2018. That same year, the CRO token was launched in November-December 2018. CRO began trading at a low price of approximately $0.02. At the end of 2018, Crypto.com announced that its own blockchain, Crypto.org Chain, was under development and that CRO would become the network's native currency.2019-2020: The Crypto.com app experienced rapid growth with products such as a cryptocurrency card, Crypto Earn (crypto interest), and Crypto Credit. The number of users surpassed 1 million in September 2019, and innovations such as a DeFi wallet and crypto tax services were added in 2020. During this period, the CRO token gained value through various use cases within the Crypto.com ecosystem.March 2021: Crypto.com migrated its blockchain, Crypto.org Chain, to its mainnet, and CRO became the network's native coin. This step marked a significant milestone in Crypto.com's transition to a decentralized infrastructure. Ahead of the mainnet launch in March 2021, Crypto.com announced that it had burned 70% of its 100 billion CRO supply (70 billion tokens), reducing the total supply to 30 billion. This massive burn was intended to make CRO entirely community-driven and more scarce.November 2021: The Cronos Chain mainnet (mainnet beta) officially launched on November 8, 2021. Cronos Chain was born as an EVM-compatible blockchain with the goal of supporting applications on the Ethereum network and growing the DeFi ecosystem. That same month, the Crypto.com exchange began supporting low-fee deposits and withdrawals of CRO and other major cryptocurrencies via the Cronos network. A few weeks after the Cronos mainnet launch, the CRO price reached an all-time high of around $0.90 (November 2021). Aggressive marketing strategy in 2021: During this period, Crypto.com made significant leaps not only in technical terms but also in brand awareness. With a vision to make crypto a part of daily life, the company became the official title sponsor of Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix, a global partner of the Italian Serie A and the UFC, and signed agreements with established sports clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Montreal Canadiens, and the Australian Football League. It also established a long-term educational partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation, acquired the naming rights to the Los Angeles Staples Center and rebranded it as Crypto.com Arena, and sponsored the 2022 FIFA World Cup.February 2022: Crypto.com announced the rebranding of its CRO token from "Crypto.org Coin" to "Cronos." This rebranding was intended to highlight the growing ecosystem of the Cronos chain and reflect the project's decentralized identity. 2022 also saw increased integration of Cronos across various global platforms. Crypto.com fully integrated Cronos with its own application and exchange, allowing users to use CRO on both the Crypto.org Chain and Cronos Chain networks. During this period, Cronos was also listed on various exchanges and integrated into payment solutions such as Crypto.com Pay.2023 - 2024: Significant growth was seen in the DeFi and GameFi fields on the Cronos chain. The Cronos network hosted many new decentralized exchanges, lending protocols, and gaming projects. For example, popular DeFi applications such as VVS Finance, Tectonic, Ferro, and MM Finance achieved high user numbers and total locked asset value (TVL) on Cronos. In late 2023, Cronos also made strides in the GameFi space with the launch of an NFT-based game, Loaded Lions. In October 2023, the Crypto.org Chain was renamed "Cronos PoS Chain" and merged under the Cronos brand. The Cronos team aimed to further increase the network's capacity and speed by working on scaling technologies like zkEVM towards 2024. 2025: Cronos released its 2025-2026 roadmap. This roadmap focuses on three main objectives: accelerating the tokenization of assets (stocks, real estate, commodities, etc.), expanding retail access by offering DeFi and payment solutions to 150 million users, and increasing liquidity with CRO-backed products on the institutional side. The roadmap also highlights technical developments such as AI-based tools, new use cases for CRO, faster block times, and lower transaction fees. The goal is to reach $20 billion in CRO usage and $10 billion in tokenized asset volume by 2026. Additionally, there is a shift towards AI agents. Why is Cronos Valuable?So, what is the purpose of the CRO coin, and what are its valuable features? To understand the value of Cronos, it's necessary to consider both its role within the Crypto.com ecosystem and its technical advantages.The core token of the Crypto.com ecosystemCRO is the primary token used in many services offered by Crypto.com. It's possible to make payments with CRO on the Crypto.com app, pay transaction fees with CRO on the exchange platform, and earn cashback rewards when using the Crypto.com Visa card. For example, with Visa cards offered by Crypto.com, users can upgrade their card levels by staking a certain amount of CRO and receive cashback of 1% to 8% in CRO on their spending. This gives CRO a wide range of uses and demand.EVM-compatible and scalable blockchain: Because the Cronos Chain is compatible with Ethereum, popular DApps on Ethereum can easily be ported to the Cronos network. This EVM-compatible blockchain structure is a significant advantage for developers and projects. Moreover, the Cronos network offers much faster and lower-cost transactions compared to Ethereum. By design, the blockchain is capable of processing thousands of transactions per second, with transaction fees of only a few cents. This high scalability translates to a fast and affordable experience for users.Providing infrastructure for the DeFi and NFT ecosystem:Cronos offers dedicated support for DeFi applications and NFT platforms. Automatic market-making decentralized exchanges (AMMs), lending/borrowing protocols, and yield farming capabilities have rapidly developed on the network. For example, VVS Finance stands out as one of the easiest-to-use DeFi platforms on Cronos, offering token trading and staking with low fees. Similarly, the Tectonic protocol allows users to borrow and lend against CRO and other assets. This diversity on the Cronos network and the growing DeFi ecosystem are significant factors driving the demand for CRO tokens. In the NFT space, Cronos is compatible with Crypto.com's NFT platform, and NFTs have even begun to be created for games running on Cronos. This versatility makes Cronos the fuel of a broad ecosystem. Cronos ecosystem Fast and low-cost transactionsBecause the Cronos network has a Tendermint-based architecture, transactions are confirmed within seconds. Block times on the Cronos blockchain are quite short (approximately half a second to 5 seconds, depending on updates), resulting in high transaction capacity. While Ethereum suffers from high fees and slowness during peak demand, Cronos offers users faster and cheaper transactions. Low fees are particularly advantageous for small-scale DeFi transactions or NFT trading.Major exchange and wallet integrationsCronos (CRO) is listed on many major global cryptocurrency exchanges. CRO can be traded on exchanges such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken. Popular wallets like MetaMask also support the Cronos network, allowing users to easily access DApps on the Cronos network. Because Crypto.com's own app also fully supports Cronos, millions of Crypto.com users can transfer CRO or conduct transactions on the Cronos network with a single click. Additionally, having a globally recognized company like Crypto.com, experienced in financial services, behind Cronos increases confidence in the project. Thanks to Crypto.com's global marketing efforts (e.g., sponsorships of sporting events and advertising campaigns), the CRO token has become widely known.Who is the Founder of Cronos?The Cronos project is backed by the Crypto.com company and team. Crypto.com's co-founders are Kris Marszalek, Rafael Melo, Gary Or, and Bobby Bao. Although founded in Hong Kong in 2016, the company has expanded its headquarters to other regions, primarily Singapore. Kris Marszalek is a Polish entrepreneur and the CEO of Crypto.com. Rafael Melo is a CFO with experience in finance, and Gary Or is a CTO with an engineering background. Bobby Bao, who also comes from an investment banking background, led the strategy and business development side. Cronos was developed directly by this team and launched within Crypto.com. The Crypto.com team brought together talent from around the world to develop Cronos. While the company's official headquarters are in Singapore, its team members are global, spanning from the US to Europe and Asia. Furthermore, during the development of Cronos, startup accelerator programs such as Particle B (Cronos Labs) were implemented. This program, led by Crypto.com co-founder Gary Or, introduced new projects to the Cronos ecosystem.Technical OverviewCronos's technical infrastructure and token economy (tokenomics) contain important details that make it unique. The key technical features of Cronos Chain and the CRO token can be summarized as follows:Blockchain and Consensus MechanismCronos Chain is a blockchain built on the Cosmos SDK and uses the Tendermint BFT engine as its consensus algorithm. The Cronos network initially operated with a Proof of Authority (PoA) model, a method based on the production of blocks by certain trusted validators. These validators consist of a limited number of nodes selected from the Crypto.com ecosystem and provide initial security for the network. In later stages, Cronos also supports a structure similar to the Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) model to further decentralize the network. This means community members can vote for existing validators by staking their CROs, thus achieving a balance between scalability and decentralization through a hybrid combination of PoA and DPoS. Thanks to this Tendermint-based consensus, transactions on Cronos reach finality quickly and operate at high efficiency.EVM Compatibility and Smart ContractsCronos is an EVM-compatible blockchain. This means that smart contracts and DApps on Ethereum can run on Cronos with minimal modifications. While Cronos is developed with the Cosmos SDK, it uses Ethermint to support EVM. Ethermint is a technology that brings together the worlds of Cosmos and Ethereum, so the Cronos network is both compatible with the Ethereum ecosystem and acts as a bridge to the Cosmos ecosystem via the IBC (Inter-Blockchain Communication) protocol. In short, Cronos is a platform that technically bridges the gap between Ethereum and Cosmos, offering developers a double advantage. Smart contracts can be written in Ethereum languages like Solidity and ported to Cronos, streamlining the developer experience.Token and Supply (CRO)Cronos's native token is CRO. The total supply is 30 billion. Initially, a total of 100 billion CRO was created, but a massive burn in March 2021 permanently removed 70 billion CRO from circulation. Following this burn, the maximum supply was set at 30 billion. The majority of the remaining 30 billion tokens remain in circulation (approximately 25 billion are in circulation as of 2023, with the remainder held for the ecosystem development fund and Crypto.com reserves). CRO minerCRO is not a mineable coin; all tokens are generated at the moment of genesis. Because no new tokens are minted, CRO has a deflationary structure. Since supply is limited, increasing demand is expected to have a positive impact on the price.Transaction Speed and ScalabilityCronos is a very fast network in terms of technical capacity. Block times are around 5 seconds or less, meaning that transactions are confirmed within seconds. In fact, with the Galileo update in early 2023, Cronos block times were reduced to 0.5 seconds, significantly increasing the network's transaction speed. The Cronos team states that the network can theoretically process over 50,000 transactions per second (TPS) in a laboratory environment. Of course, in real-world conditions, the number of transactions varies depending on network load, but in practice, Cronos has been tested to easily handle several thousand transactions per second. This scalable structure ensures low transaction fees and a smooth user experience, even during periods of heavy usage. Transaction fees on Cronos are typically very low, around 0.001 CRO (not even a few cents). This makes Cronos particularly suitable for scenarios requiring frequent transactions, such as small-stakes financial transactions or blockchain games.UtilitiesThe CRO token serves multiple functions within the Cronos ecosystem. First, all transaction fees (gas fees) on the Cronos Chain are paid in CRO. This means that anyone wishing to use the Cronos network must hold a certain amount of CRO. Second, the staking mechanism (CRO staking) is available on both the Crypto.org Chain and the Cronos Chain. On the Crypto.org Chain, users can delegate their CRO to join validators and earn annual returns. On the Cronos Chain, because the number of validators is limited, instead of traditional staking, institutions wishing to become validators must deposit a certain amount of collateral called Cronos Staking Tokens.However, regular users can also indirectly lock their CRO in the Cronos ecosystem and earn returns from various DeFi protocols. For example, it's possible to earn additional token rewards by providing liquidity to CRO farms on the VVS Finance and MM Finance platforms. Another important use case for CRO is in products like Crypto.com Visa cards and Crypto Pay. By staking CRO on the Crypto.com app, you can apply for a Visa card and receive card privileges (Netflix/Spotify cashback, lounge access, etc.) based on the CRO stake amount. When making purchases with Crypto.com Pay, those who pay with CRO receive 5-10% cashback in CRO.InteroperabilityBecause Cronos is part of the Cosmos ecosystem, it supports communication between other blockchains via the IBC protocol. For example, it's possible to bridge Cronos with networks like Cosmos Hub (ATOM) and Osmosis to transfer assets. Bridges have also been established between Ethereum and Cronos. Users can migrate their Ethereum assets to the Cronos network in CRO-ERC20 and CRC20 formats. Cronos' versatile compatibility facilitates the flow of liquidity across different ecosystems, allowing users to transfer value without being limited to a single network. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Below are some frequently asked questions and answers about Cronos:When did Cronos (CRO) appear?: The Cronos coin (CRO token) first appeared in November-December 2018. With Crypto.com's rebranding at the time, CRO was introduced to users and began trading in the market. Meanwhile, the EVM-compatible blockchain network called Cronos launched its mainnet in November 2021; in other words, the Cronos network went live at the end of 2021, expanding the usability of the CRO token.Who founded the Cronos coin?: Cronos is a project developed by Crypto.com. Crypto.com's founders include Kris Marszalek, Rafael Melo, Gary Or, and Bobby Bao. This team began operating in the cryptocurrency world by founding Crypto.com (then known as Monaco) in 2016. Cronos coin was also developed by the company's founding team and engineers.How does Cronos work?: Cronos is a blockchain that operates using a Proof of Authority (PoA) consensus mechanism. Specific validators on the network validate transactions and produce blocks. Because the Cronos network is compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine, smart contracts on Ethereum can also run on Cronos. This allows Cronos to offer an Ethereum-like experience with a faster and more affordable infrastructure. Users can connect their wallets to the Cronos network to use decentralized applications, make transfers, and interact with smart contracts. Transaction security is ensured by the network's distributed validators and the Tendermint BFT algorithm. In short, Cronos combines Cosmos technology with Ethereum compatibility to create a blockchain network that is easy to use for both developers and users.How much was Cronos coin when it first launched?: When the CRO coin was first released, its price was quite low. When it was listed on exchanges in December 2018, it was trading at approximately $0.02. In fact, in early 2019, the price of CRO fell to $0.012, reaching its lowest levels. It then gradually rose with the growth of the Crypto.com ecosystem. During the 2021 bull market, driven by the launch of the Cronos chain, the price of CRO rose from $0.10 to over $0.90 by the end of the year. Initially worth a few cents, the Cronos coin experienced a significant increase in value over time (though it subsequently fluctuated with market conditions).What is Cronos used for, and why is it valuable?: Cronos (CRO) serves both as a utility token within the Crypto.com ecosystem and is the base currency of the Cronos blockchain. Payments can be made with CRO on the Crypto.com app, CRO can be staked to earn Visa card privileges and interest income, and CRO spenders can earn discounts and cashback through Crypto.com Pay. On the Cronos blockchain, CRO is used to pay for smart contract transactions and can be staked to secure the network. These versatile uses make Cronos valuable. Furthermore, CRO's limited supply (fixed at 30 billion) and the fact that a large portion of it is in circulation reduces inflationary pressure in the long term. As the Cronos chain grows, each new DeFi project, game, or NFT platform joins the network, increasing demand for CRO. All of this contributes to Cronos's perceived value.Is Cronos limited, and what is its maximum supply?: Yes, the Cronos (CRO) token's maximum supply is limited and set at 30 billion units. Initially, a total of 100 billion CRO was available, but a decision was made in March 2021 to permanently reduce the supply by burning 70 billion tokens. This burn is considered one of the largest token burns in crypto history. Ultimately, the maximum supply was 30 billion CRO, and the system was set to prevent new tokens from being added beyond this amount. Currently (as of 2025), there are approximately 26-27 billion CRO in circulation, with the remainder allocated for ecosystem development and staking rewards. CRO tokens cannot be mined; all coins are pre-created. In short, Cronos' maximum supply will not exceed 30 billion.Follow the JR Kripto Guide series for more content on Cronos and other popular crypto projects.
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2025년 9월 8일
AAVE Comment and Price Analysis - September 7, 2025
AAVE Technical OverviewAAVE managed to break above the downtrend, yet it failed to hold there and the price pulled back inside the formation again. The upper trendline can be said to have lost its strength as resistance.We have the first resistance zone between the levels $324–$330, which is both a horizontal resistance and matches a previous trendline pushing the price down before. It is hard to pronounce a strong move up unless the price holds above $330. According to a bullish scenario, the price could surge to the level $350 first and then to $368 if the level $330 gets broken.We have the first short-term support zone between the levels $307–$308 below. Also, the price might test lower levels at $291 or even $269 if it can’t hold above this zone. $291–$269 is critical as this price zone intersects with the middle and lower bands of the ascending channel formation. AAVE Current View These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, the user is responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during the transactions.
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2025년 9월 7일
ENS Comment and Price Analysis - September 7, 2025
ENS Technical Analysis Narrowing Triangle Structure While analyzing the ENS chart on a daily time frame, we see a clear narrowing triangle pattern. The price has bounced from the lower border of this triangle formation. Such formations generally lead to a strong upward breakout. The question is which way the formation will get broken.ENS is currently trading around the level $22.57. The level at $24.53 stands as the most important resistance in the short term. It is also the upper border of the triangle formation. If this resistance gets broken with great volume, the price could surge to the levels $29.09 and $30.91. These levels are crucial in terms of both horizontal resistances and the triangle’s targets.According to a bearish scenario, the first key support below is $20.68. Below it, the price is likely to test $19.46 and $16.21. ENS is expected to find support here as the lower band of the triangle formation and the horizontal zones overlap.These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, the user is responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during the transactions.
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2025년 9월 7일
ETC Comment and Price Analysis - September 7, 2025
ETC/USDT Technical AnalysisWhen we analyze Ethereum Classic (ETC) on a daily time frame, we see that the coin has maintained its ascending trend since March. This uptrend has been going on as the buyers stepped in each time though the price has pulled back to the trendline at times. ETC has surged to the level at $25.93, yet it failed to go up and retreated due to sell pressure; it is currently trading around $20.40. Rising Trend ETC is currently struggling to hold above the support level at $19.37 and it could try to go up as long as it holds above this support level. We have the first resistance zone between the levels $20.75 and $21.27. ETC can be expected to test the level $22.60 again if the price manages to remain above this resistance zone.According to a bullish scenario, the price may climb to the critical level at $25.93 in case the resistance level $24.46 gets broken. We can talk about the medium-term targets $31.42 and $39.00 if ETC can exceed this green band.On the other hand, the price may go down to the support levels $18.08 and $17.64 if we see closings below $19.37. Also, we have main defense lines $16.36 and $14.74 in case of deeper corrections.These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, the user is responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during the transactions.
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2025년 9월 7일
ONDO Commentary and Price Analysis - September 7, 2025
ONDO Technical OutlookThere is a clear symmetrical triangle pattern on the chart. The price is stuck between lower highs and higher lows, thus creating a consolidation zone. Such patterns often end up with sharp and high-volume moves in the direction of the breakout.ONDO is currently trading around the level at $0.91 and trying to move upward following the bounce from the lower trendline of the triangle formation. We have the $0.95 as the short-term resistance level. Above it, the range between the levels $1.02 and $1.05 will be the main decision area which overlaps with the upper border of the triangle. If broken, ONDO is expected to climb to the level $1.12 and then to $1.20. Moreover, the technical main target of the formation is $1.35.According to a bearish scenario, ONDO could go down to the first support at $0.87. If this support gets broken down, the price could test $0.81 → $0.74. In such a case, the formation becomes invalid. Narrowing Triangle Structure Summary:Key support: $0.87 (risk down to $0.81 → $0.74)First resistance level: $0.95Decision zone: $1.02 – $1.05Breakout targets up: $1.12 → $1.20 → $1.35These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, the user is responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during the transactions.
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2025년 9월 7일
EIGEN Commentary and Price Analysis - September 6, 2025
EIGEN Technical AnalysisThere is a clear symmetrical triangle formation on the EIGEN chart. The price of the coin seems stuck between lower highs and higher lows. Such patterns usually lead to sharp moves in the breakout direction.EIGEN is currently trading around the level $1.29. We have the level $1.20 as the lower border of the triangle formation. This level seems to be the most important short-term support. The triangle pattern will remain valid as long as this support holds. However, the price could go down to the support levels $1.12 and $0.92 below if we see a breakdown.$1.45 seems to be the first strong resistance level according to a bullish scenario. EIGEN may test $1.75 and then $1.87 if the price breaks upward. The final target of this formation is $2.30.In short, EIGEN is approaching the final phase of the squeeze. The breakout direction from this triangle is likely to determine the medium-term trend. Triangle Formation Key levels to watch:Support levels: $1.20 → $1.12 → $0.92Resistance levels: $1.45 → $1.75 → $1.87 → $2.30These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, the user is responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during the transactions.
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2025년 9월 6일
BIO Comment and Price Analysis - September 6, 2025
BIO/USDT Technical Outlook Dish-Handle Formation Analyzing the BIO chart, we see that a cup formation has been completed and now a handle has been forming following the pullback of the price. Such a cup-and-handle formation usually suggests a strong bullish scenario once a breakout occurs upward.The coin is currently trading around the level at $0.1682. We can see that the handle zone is located between $0.14–$0.19, and consolidation within this range supports a healthy formation.Holding above the level at $0.23 will be critical according to a bullish scenario. If this level gets broken upward, the next targets will be the range between the levels at $0.26–$0.30, followed by the formation target around $0.45. Remember that $0.61 stands out as a potential price target ahead.According to a bearish scenario, we have the main support levels at $0.14 and $0.11. As long as the price holds above them, the cup-and-handle formation remains valid and the bullish outlook stays intact.Key levels to follow:Support levels: $0.14 → $0.11Resistance levels: $0.23 → $0.26–$0.30 → $0.45 → $0.61These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, the user is responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during the transactions.
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2025년 9월 6일
SOL Comment and Price Analysis - September 6, 2025
Solana (SOL) Technical AnalysisWhen we analyze SOL on a daily time frame, we see that it is still maintaining both its wide ascending channel and its short-term uptrend. SOL is currently trading around the mid-area of the channel, holding above the support level at $191.89 and keeping its upward move. Rising Channel Chart SOL is trading around the level $204 for the time being. We have the first key resistance level at $201.24 in the short term. If the price manages to hold above this level, bullish momentum may gain strength, pushing SOL toward $233.18, and in the medium term we can expect a surge toward the channel’s upper border in the $261–$300 range.According to a bearish scenario, $191.89 seems to be the first major support. Below this support level, $167.87 and the $146.86–$140.03 zone stand as important areas to follow. As long as these supports hold, the overall ascending channel structure remains intact and bullish.Key levels to follow:Support levels: $191.89 → $167.87 → $146.86–$140.03Resistance levels: $201.24 → $233.18 → $261 → $300These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However, the user is responsible for their own actions and risk management. Moreover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during the transactions.
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2025년 9월 6일
What is OKB Token (OKB)?
In the cryptocurrency world, exchange tokens are special cryptocurrencies that offer users various advantages. OKB coin is one of these exchange tokens we frequently hear about. So, what is the OKB token, how did it come about, and what are its uses? In this guide-like article, we will cover all aspects of OKB, from its history to its technical features.Definition and Origin of OKBOKB is a local cryptocurrency token issued by the cryptocurrency exchange OKX (formerly OKEx). OKX was founded in 2017 by Chinese entrepreneur Star Xu and its headquarters later moved to the Seychelles. Shortly after its launch in 2017, the exchange decided to develop a token for its own ecosystem. To this end, the OKB token was launched by OKEx in March 2018. OKB's goal was to provide various advantages to exchange users and support the growth of the OKX ecosystem. When OKB was first introduced, it was designed as a token operating on the Ethereum blockchain using the ERC-20 standard. Thanks to its use cases within the exchange, OKB quickly gained popularity. Users began taking advantage of opportunities such as discounts on transaction fees, participation in new token sales (launchpads), and staking. Initially launched in collaboration with the OK Blockchain Foundation and OKX, OKB has been positioned as a global utility token.OKB's History: Major MilestonesFrom OKB's inception to the present day, many significant developments have occurred for both the token and the OKX ecosystem to which it is affiliated. Here are some key milestones in the history of OKB:2017: OKEx, an exchange established in China, began operations. Its founder, Star Xu, previously launched OKCoin in 2013. OKEx quickly grew to become a global cryptocurrency platform.2018: OKEx launched its own platform token. When was the OKB coin released? To answer the question, OKB was launched as early as February-March 2018. Initially ERC-20 based, this token was designed to provide various privileges to OKEx users.2019: Major strides were made in the OKB ecosystem. OKX announced its own blockchain project, the OKExChain (OKC) network, to enter the decentralized finance and blockchain space. At the end of 2019, OKEx announced that it was preparing to launch the OKChain testnet, where OKB could also be used. That same year, a regular buyback and burn program was launched for OKB. For example, between September and November 2019, approximately 5.9 million OKB tokens were burned, removing them from the total supply. These developments laid the foundation for the deflationary model that increased OKB's value.2021: The OKEx brand revitalized itself in the global market. The exchange changed its name to OKX and, with this change, unveiled its new vision. The OKX name symbolized the platform's expansion into Web3 areas such as DeFi, NFTs, and wallet services. The rebranding marked a significant milestone in the evolution of the OKEx journey, which began in 2017.2023: The OKB ecosystem expanded further this year. OKX launched a new blockchain network called OKBChain, taking steps to integrate OKB into decentralized applications. OKBChain was designed as a protocol developed by OKX, independent of the existing OKXChain, and the goal was to create an ecosystem focused on DeFi (decentralized finance) and Web3 around OKB. Thanks to this development, OKB began to be used in various blockchain applications, in addition to the OKX exchange. Furthermore, by 2023, the OKB token became a versatile asset, supported by various DeFi protocols and OKX's Web3 wallets.2025: A historic shift occurred in OKB's token economy. In August 2025, OKX announced that it was burning 65 million OKB tokens in one go, dramatically reducing the total supply. This massive burn reduced OKB's total supply from approximately 300 million to 21 million. With this move, OKX aimed to align OKB's supply with a fixed model similar to Bitcoin and permanently disabled new minting operations in the token's smart contract. This development led to a sudden surge in OKB's value, with the token reaching all-time highs in 2025. Timeline of OCD burning. The milestones mentioned above have shaped OKB into its current state. Once only offering advantages for transactions on the OKX platform, OKB has gradually become the center of a broader ecosystem with its own blockchain network, a global community, and diverse use cases. As of September 2025, OKB price is trading at $180. The aforementioned burn caused the cryptocurrency to rise to $255. Why is OKB Valuable?The value of a cryptocurrency is generally related to its benefits and adoption rate. There are a number of factors that make OKB valuable. Let's examine these to better understand OKB.Trading Fee DiscountsOKB offers discounts on trading fees on the OKX exchange. Users who hold a certain amount of OKB can benefit from discounts of up to 40% on commissions paid when trading. The discount rate increases as the amount of OKB held increases. This makes OKB particularly attractive to users who trade in high volumes.Launchpad Participation Opportunity (OKX Jumpstart)Another important use of OKB is its privileges on OKX Jumpstart (launchpad), the OKX exchange's token sale platform. OKB holders receive priority participation in IEOs (initial exchange offerings) of emerging crypto projects. Users who stake a certain amount of OKB have early access to token sales on the platform and can invest. This is a feature that creates demand and adds value to OKB. Currently, Jumpstart has 13 projects. Passive income with stakingOKB also offers passive income opportunities to its users. It is possible to earn interest by staking OKB on the OKX platform or by locking OKB through the OKX Earn program. OKB can also generate yield (yield farming) by investing in some supporting DeFi protocols. These staking and earning opportunities create additional motivation for users who hold OKB long-term.Regular token burns and a deflationary modelOKB coin adopts a deflationary token model. OKX uses 30% of its quarterly transaction fee revenue to buy back OKB tokens from the market and burn them. This OKB burn mechanism aims to increase the scarcity of the token by reducing the circulating supply over time. Indeed, periodic burns have been carried out since 2019, and the model became even more aggressive with the major burn in 2025. This burn strategy is considered a key factor supporting OKB's long-term value, as the value of existing tokens could theoretically increase as the supply decreases. Its Role in the OKX EcosystemWith the expansion of the OKX ecosystem, OKB has become available not only within the exchange but also in various Web3 and decentralized finance applications. On the blockchain networks developed by OKX (OKC and the new OKBChain), OKB can be used in smart contract transactions and decentralized applications. For example, OKB is available as a trading pair on OKX's decentralized exchange and DeFi platforms, and through integration with different protocols, it can be used for inter-wallet transfers or yield farming activities. This versatility also gives OKB a value outside of the exchange. OKB holders also have a say in the periodic voting on the OKX platform, allowing them to vote for newly listed coins.Who is the Founder of OKB?Who issued the OKB token? OKB was developed directly by the OKX Exchange, and the team behind it consists of the founders and developers of OKX. OKX's founder is Chinese entrepreneur Star Xu (Xu Mingxing). Star Xu is a veteran of the cryptocurrency industry, having founded the first cryptocurrency exchange, OKCoin, in 2013 and subsequently launched the OKEx (now OKX) platform in 2017. OKB is also the product of the OKX team led by Star Xu. Star Xu Star Xu and the OKX team launched OKB with the aim of offering a loyalty program and a utility token to the exchange's user base. OKX's OK Blockchain Foundation played a significant role in OKB's development and growth. While initially headquartered in Malta, OKX now maintains its legal headquarters in the Seychelles and operates globally.In short, OKB's founder is not a single individual but the OKX exchange itself. However, the visionary behind this exchange is known as Star Xu. Xu has indirectly influenced both the technical and strategic development of OKB.Technical OverviewTechnically, the OKB token possesses the fundamental parameters and functions of a cryptocurrency. The technical specifications regarding OKB's infrastructure and usage can be summarized as follows:Consensus and BlockchainWhen OKB first launched, it was an ERC-20 token running on the Ethereum network. In other words, it was secured by Ethereum's consensus mechanism (the structure transitioning from Proof of Work to Proof of Stake). Subsequently, OKX developed its own blockchain network, OKExChain (OKC), and OKB began participating on this network. OKXChain was initially an EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine)-compatible smart contract platform with a Proof-of-Stake consensus. OKB could be used as a native token in transactions on OKXChain, enabling faster/cheaper transactions than the potentially high fees on the Ethereum network. With the announcement of OKBChain in 2023 and OKX's X Layer 2 solution, which went live in 2025, OKB's infrastructure has been further developed. OKB is now being updated to run on OKX's next-generation blockchain, the zkEVM-based X Layer (OKB's migration from Ethereum to this new network is planned for 2025). Token Symbol and CurrencyOKB's ticker symbol is OKB, identical to its name. For divisibility, 1 OKB, like most other cryptocurrencies, can be divided into 10^-8 units (0.00000001 OKB).Total Supply and CirculationWhen the OKB token was first launched, the total supply target was set at 300,000,000 OKB. Initially, a portion of this supply was released into the market, while the remainder was held in locked reserves and phased release plans. For example, at the beginning of 2020, the circulating supply was 300 million, with an additional 700 million tokens planned to be released in the coming years. However, OKX revised this plan through its burn program, which began in 2019. Millions of OKB coins were removed from circulation through periodic burns between 2019 and 2022. Ultimately, in 2022, the company announced that the total supply would be held at a fixed 300 million tokens and that no additional tokens would be issued. More strikingly, after the major burn in 2025, OKB's supply was reduced to approximately 21 million tokens, a level fixed in the code. This means that OKB's current maximum supply is locked at 21 million. This makes OKB a limited asset, similar to Bitcoin in terms of supply. The entire circulating supply is held by the community and investors; new tokens cannot be minted.Supply DistributionIn OKB's initial distribution, some tokens were allocated to the project team, some to early investors, and the remainder to the public sale. For example, approximately 40% was intended for the founding team and project development, 10% for investors, and 50% for community events and rewards. Over time, this distribution has shifted with the release of locked tokens and burns. Today, the vast majority of OKB is in active circulation, and there is no dedicated pool held for burning in OKX reserves.Use CasesTechnically, OKB's use areas encompass its interaction with smart contracts and its in-platform functions:Transaction Fee Payments and Discounts: OKB can be used to pay transaction fees on the OKX exchange. When users hold OKB in their accounts, the system automatically applies commission discounts. This works by dynamically determining a discount rate based on the OKB balance in the user's wallet through smart contracts.Staking & Lending: OKB is an asset that can be staked via smart contracts. In Earn products on the OKX platform, users lock their OKB for a specified period and receive interest from the protocol in return. Similarly, decentralized lending protocols can borrow or earn interest by using OKB as collateral.Launchpad (OKX Jumpstart): One of OKB's smart contract uses is participating in token sales. When a new project token sale takes place on the OKX Jumpstart platform, users can participate by locking their OKB via a smart contract. Once the sale is complete, the smart contract transfers the newly distributed tokens to participants in proportion to their OKB holdings.DeFi, Web3, and NFT Integrations: OKB finds a place not only in OKX's own applications but also in decentralized applications on various blockchains. For example, OKB can be added to liquidity pools on some DeFi exchanges (DEXs) or used for yield farming. OKX's Web3 wallet, with its multi-blockchain support, has made OKB an asset that users can spend in decentralized applications. There are also examples of OKB being traded on NFT marketplaces. This makes OKB a token that can technically integrate into a broad ecosystem.In summary: OKB, an Ethereum-based token, has evolved to work on OKX's own blockchains. Its limited and burnable supply, compatibility with smart contracts, and broad range of uses position it as a cryptocurrency with a strong technical infrastructure.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Below, you can find answers to any questions you may have about OKX's OKB:When did the OKB coin appear?: The OKB coin first appeared in 2018. The OKX (then known as OKEx) exchange launched OKB as its platform's native token in the first quarter of 2018. Since then, OKB has been traded on the market, and its value has increased over the years in line with the exchange's growth.Who issued the OKB token?: The OKB token was issued by the OKX cryptocurrency exchange. OKX founder Star Xu and the OKX team are behind the project. In other words, OKB was developed collectively by OKX, a major cryptocurrency exchange, rather than by an individual.How does OKB work, and on which blockchain is it located?: OKB was initially a token running on the Ethereum blockchain using the ERC-20 standard. Over time, OKX developed its own blockchain, OKXChain (OKC), and OKB became available on this network. Today, OKB is integrated with OKX's next-generation solutions, such as Layer X, in addition to Ethereum, and can be transferred via various interchain bridges.What is the total supply of OKB?: OKB's initial total supply was 300 million tokens. However, this supply has decreased over time with regular token burns. Following a major burn in 2025, OKB's maximum supply was set at 21 million tokens. This means the current total supply is around 21 million, and no new OKB is planned.What is the purpose of OKB and why is it valuable?: OKB offers various uses, including providing transaction fee discounts on the OKX exchange, enabling participation in new token sales (Launchpad), and generating passive income through staking. Furthermore, it has a deflationary structure because its supply is reduced through a regular burn mechanism, making the token more scarce and potentially more valuable. In short, OKB gains value in the eyes of investors thanks to both its tangible advantages and its limited supply model.How does the OKB burn mechanism work?: OKB's burn mechanism is based on revenue sharing with the OKX exchange. OKX purchases OKB from the market with 30% of its quarterly trading fee revenue and burns these tokens, removing them from circulation. Burning is the process of sending OKB to a special wallet, making them inaccessible. This mechanism aims to support the value of existing tokens by reducing the total supply over time. Indeed, millions of OKB have been burned to date, significantly reducing the supply.Follow the JR Kripto Guide series for more content on OKB and other popular exchange tokens.
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2025년 9월 5일