Uniswap founder Hayden Adams has publicly defended automated market makers against claims they are structurally unsustainable. The debate centers on whether AMMs can adequately compensate liquidity providers during volatile market conditions. Adams argues upcoming Uniswap v4 upgrades will address these concerns while highlighting current strengths.
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0 posts last weekCrypto Leaders Slam X’s Country Display as ‘Mandatory Doxing’
Uniswap founder Hayden Adams has labeled X’s new country display feature as ‘mandatory doxing,’ while Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin called it ‘risky.’ The controversial update reveals users’ geographic locations, sparking significant privacy concerns across the crypto community. X’s product team defends the feature as necessary for platform integrity.
about Crypto Leaders Slam X's Country Display as 'Mandatory Doxing'Bitcoin Plunges to 6-Month Low as Bull Market Falters
Bitcoin has plunged to a six-month low of $94,500, erasing all gains from last week’s brief relief rally and sparking concerns that the historic bull market may be ending. The dramatic $12,500 drop from Monday’s peak of $107,000 has pushed BTC below the crucial $100,000 support level, with weekly losses hitting 5% for Bitcoin and over 10% for Solana. While most major cryptocurrencies followed the downward trend, XRP defied the market weakness with a 4.4% gain, bolstered by the successful launch of Canary’s XRP ETF which broke previous SOL ETF launch records.
about Bitcoin Plunges to 6-Month Low as Bull Market FaltersUniswap’s UNIfication Proposal Sparks 63% Rally, $842M Burn
Uniswap has unleashed a seismic shift in DeFi with its groundbreaking UNIfication proposal, triggering a 63% price surge and transforming UNI from a passive governance token into a yield-generating asset. The comprehensive governance overhaul introduces protocol fees, an $842 million token burn, and strategic buybacks that could reshape decentralized exchange economics. Market reaction has been explosive as whales accumulate and analysts predict inevitable supply shocks, positioning Uniswap to reclaim its dominance as crypto’s flagship decentralized exchange.
about Uniswap's UNIfication Proposal Sparks 63% Rally, $842M BurnUniswap Governance Proposal Sparks 50% UNI Price Surge
Uniswap founder Hayden Adams has unveiled a transformative governance proposal to activate protocol fees and overhaul the decentralized exchange’s economic model, triggering a massive 50% price surge for UNI tokens as investors reacted to the potential value accrual mechanisms. This marks one of the most significant developments in Uniswap’s eight-year evolution from side project to global financial infrastructure processing approximately $1.8 trillion in annual trading volume.
about Uniswap Governance Proposal Sparks 50% UNI Price SurgeUniswap Governance Proposal Sparks UNI Supply Shock Fears
Uniswap’s native token UNI surged nearly 30% after founder Hayden Adams unveiled a groundbreaking governance proposal that would activate protocol fees and implement coordinated token burns. The ‘UNIfication’ plan could create a significant supply shock by systematically reducing UNI’s circulating supply, with CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju describing the potential impact as potentially parabolic for UNI’s price trajectory.
about Uniswap Governance Proposal Sparks UNI Supply Shock FearsUNI Soars 35% as Uniswap Unveils Fee Switch Proposal
Uniswap’s governance token UNI surged more than 35% in 24 hours after founder Hayden Adams proposed activating a long-awaited fee mechanism that would redirect trading fees to burn UNI tokens, creating deflationary pressure and potentially reshaping the decentralized exchange’s economic model in what marks a significant turning point for DeFi protocols seeking sustainable token economics.
about UNI Soars 35% as Uniswap Unveils Fee Switch ProposalSenate Democrats’ DeFi Bill Sparks Industry Backlash
A confidential Senate Democratic bill proposing sweeping KYC and AML requirements for DeFi protocols, validators, and node operators has ignited fierce industry backlash and bipartisan tension. The leaked legislation, which would grant the Treasury Department authority to create restricted protocol lists, threatens to accelerate the flight of US crypto liquidity to offshore platforms that already dominate global trading volume. Market analysts warn the regulations could fragment markets, widen spreads, and permanently damage America’s competitive position in the emerging crypto economy.
about Senate Democrats' DeFi Bill Sparks Industry BacklashUniswap Hits $3T All-Time Volume Milestone
Uniswap has become the first decentralized exchange to reach $3 trillion in cumulative trading volume, as announced by founder Hayden Adams. The platform currently handles around $3.3 billion in daily volume, maintaining a dominant 23% market share among DEXs. However, its TVL is still only about half of its 2021 levels, indicating shifting dynamics in the DeFi space. Data from Dune Analytics and DeFiLlama highlights Uniswap’s continued dominance despite broader market challenges.
about Uniswap Hits $3T All-Time Volume MilestoneCrypto Firms Fund Trump’s 2024 Inauguration, Raising Concerns
Recent FEC filings reveal that cryptocurrency firms and their executives donated substantial sums to Donald Trump’s $239 million inauguration fund after his 2024 election win. The disclosures, released by the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee on April 20, underscore the growing political clout of the crypto and web3 industry. This influx of funds has sparked concerns about potential conflicts of interest as the Trump administration reshapes crypto regulations. The records specifically mention contributions from figures like Hayden Adams, signaling deeper ties between the sector and political financing.
about Crypto Firms Fund Trump's 2024 Inauguration, Raising ConcernsCrypto Giants Donate Millions to Trump’s Inauguration Fund
Leading crypto firms, including Solana Labs, Uniswap, and Consensys, have donated heavily to former President Donald Trump’s inauguration fund, signaling a strategic push for favorable regulatory positioning. Solana contributed $1 million, while Uniswap’s CEO and Consensys added $245,000 and $100,000, respectively. Ripple Labs led crypto donations with $4.9 million, followed by Coinbase, Kraken, and others. Analysts view Solana’s involvement as a calculated effort to strengthen its market standing amid growing institutional interest. Despite recent volatility, Solana’s price has shown resilience, trading at $142.12 with a weekly gain of 7.14%. VanEck predicts SOL could reach $520 by 2025, citing smart contract dominance and supportive macroeconomic trends.
about Crypto Giants Donate Millions to Trump’s Inauguration FundZORA Token Launch on Base: Airdrop & Creator Royalties
Zora Network will launch its ZORA token on April 23 via Coinbase’s Base network, not its own chain. The token features ‘Zora Coins,’ allowing each post to have its own ERC-20 token, with creators earning royalties from trades. Early adopters will receive an airdrop of up to 1 billion tokens. Binance has announced a listing and special airdrop for active users. The launch highlights Zora’s focus on creators and memecoins, differentiating it from other Layer 2 networks like Arbitrum and Celo. Meanwhile, concerns persist about Ethereum’s Layer 2 scalability, with Solana emerging as a competitor due to its speed and low fees. ETH’s price has declined recently, trading at $1,577.22.
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