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Altcoins CLANKER, PARSIQ, and STEPN Experience Significant Market Activity

Saturday. December 28 at 12:00 AM

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In the last 24 hours, three altcoins, namely CLANKER, PARSIQ (PRQ), and STEPN (GMT), have demonstrated notable market movements. CLANKER surged by 60%, achieving a $60 million market cap and garnering attention within the Base ecosystem. PARSIQ experienced a nearly 40% increase, showing potential to surpass crucial resistance levels. Meanwhile, STEPN, a fitness app that incentivizes physical activity with crypto rewards, saw a 25% rise, elevating its market cap to $442 million. CLANKER, designed to introduce coins on the Base blockchain with an AI-focused approach, has attracted a daily trader base of 5,000 to 10,000 individuals. On the other hand, PARSIQ, a platform offering real-time blockchain monitoring and automation, has emerged as one of the top-performing altcoins of the day with a 40% surge. Lastly, STEPN, a Social-Fi and Game-Fi app on Solana, witnessed a 25% value increase. Each coin faces critical price levels that could dictate their short-term price direction.

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Beware of Sophisticated Phishing Scam Targeting Crypto Users

Sunday. December 29 at 1:00 AM

A recent report has cautioned about a new advanced phishing scam aimed at unsuspecting cryptocurrency users. The scam involves fake Zoom meeting links to deceive investors into downloading malicious software to steal their assets. Blockchain security firm SlowMist disclosed that hackers have been using social engineering and trojan techniques to steal private keys, wallet data, and other sensitive information from crypto users. Victims fell prey to a phishing attack disguised as Zoom meeting links, resulting in the loss of millions of dollars. The hackers created a fake domain resembling Zoom links and a deceptive website interface to trick users into downloading malicious software. This software collected various data from users' devices, including cryptocurrency wallet information, enabling the theft of over $1 million in crypto assets. The industry has seen a rise in crypto hacks, with over $2.2 billion lost in 2024, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach to address evolving threats.

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Breakout Crypto Games of 2024

Saturday. December 28 at 11:00 PM

The year 2024 witnessed significant developments in the world of crypto gaming. Tap-to-earn gaming emerged as a major trend, with Notcoin leading the way by creating a craze and distributing billions of dollars worth of crypto to players. Off the Grid introduced innovative gameplay inspired by popular shooter games, while Pixels and Hamster Kombat gained attention for their unique features and rewards. Fantasy Top and Parallel also made waves in the crypto gaming scene, with the latter receiving endorsement from F1 driver Fernando Alonso. Additionally, Crypto: The Game offered a multimedia experience blending real-world events with online gaming. As we look forward to 2025, these seven breakout crypto games of 2024 have left a lasting impact on the industry, setting the stage for further innovation and excitement in the coming year.

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Revolutionizing Hamster Kombat with a New Layer-2 Network

Saturday. December 28 at 3:00 AM

Hamster Kombat, a popular tap-to-earn game on Telegram, is set to launch a layer-2 network on The Open Network (TON). The community-backed initiative aims to enhance the utility of the Hamster Kombat token (HMSTR) by creating a dedicated blockchain called Hamster Network. This new blockchain will serve as the foundation for the Hamsterverse ecosystem, with development already in progress. The team plans to unveil a detailed roadmap and implementation strategy to strengthen Hamster Kombat's position in the decentralized gaming industry. Despite a decline in interest in tap-to-earn games on Telegram, Hamster Kombat remains a standout success in 2024. Following a drop in users and token value due to a failed airdrop, the platform is gearing up for a revamped gameplay experience in its second season. With the launch of the L2 network, Hamster Kombat aims to reignite interest and engagement among users.

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