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San Jose, Costa Rica, December 23rd, 2024, Chainwire Winna.com , a crypto-focused casino gaming platform launched in the summer of 2024, has successfully raised $15 million in a seed funding round, as first reported by Crunchbase . The investment will support Winna.com in enhancing its product offerings and accelerating its growth. The platform already boasts a thriving community of over 10,000 active players, signaling strong early traction in the competitive online gambling space. Transforming Online Gambling Through Crypto Paul Martens, CEO and Co-Founder of Winna.com, highlighted the growing appeal of crypto casinos. “More and more players are recognizing the significant advantages that crypto and Bitcoin casinos offer over traditional online platforms. Privacy and the ability to gamble anonymously are key drivers for this shift,” he said. Martens also praised the platform’s commitment to transparency through its provably fair gaming system. “Provably fair games give players a unique opportunity to gamble with confidence, knowing the outcomes are not only fair but also verifiable by anyone,” he added. Winna currently features a range of provably fair crypto games, including Mines, Plinko, Roulette, Blackjack, Keno, and Dice. Martens revealed plans to leverage the recent funding to expand their portfolio, particularly in player versus player (PvP) games. “We aim to develop more innovative crypto games that continue to deliver an industry-low house edge of just 1%,” he said. Diverse Offerings for Every Player In addition to its original crypto games, Winna.com offers over 4,000 slots, live casino games, and game shows from leading providers such as Pragmatic Play, Hacksaw Gaming, Evolution, and more. The platform also operates a crypto-first sportsbook , featuring live coverage of over 10,000 events across 100+ tournaments, including major leagues like the NFL, NBA, UFC, MLB, and the Premier League. Building Trust and Speed in Online Gambling When asked why players choose Winna.com, Martens emphasized the platform’s commitment to trust and user satisfaction. “Trust is at the core of our brand. Players know they’ll receive their winnings within seconds, and every game round is fair and verifiable. We prioritize our users’ privacy and avoid unnecessary procedures that are common with some of our competitors,” he stated. VIP Excellence and Industry-Leading Rewards Winna.com’s team includes four VIP hosts with extensive experience in physical gaming establishments like MGM in Las Vegas. Elias Platzer, Head of Player Development, explained the importance of their VIP program. “Our VIP program is a cornerstone of our identity. We’re committed to offering the most rewarding experience, with unmatched bonuses and rewards through our Rakeback program,” Platzer said. A Vision for the Future Martens concluded by sharing his vision for Winna.com’s future. “We are set to transform the online gaming experience by developing unique games, delivering a one-of-a-kind VIP program, and setting new standards for trust and transparency in the industry,” he said. With its innovative approach, commitment to fairness, and focus on user satisfaction, Winna.com aims to contribute meaningfully to the crypto gambling industry. Winna.com is the source of this content. This Press Release is for informational purposes only. The information does not constitute investment advice or an offer to invest. About Winna.com Launched in the summer of 2024, Winna.com is a cutting-edge crypto casino and sportsbook with offices in Costa Rica and Switzerland. Backed by a team of seasoned professionals from the traditional iGaming and crypto industries, Winna.com offers provably fair crypto games, thousands of slots and live casino options, and a crypto-first sportsbook. Focused on trust, fast payouts, and exceptional VIP experiences, Winna.com is redefining the online gaming experience for crypto enthusiasts worldwide. Contact Paul Mertens Winna paul@winna.com
Scammers Hijack YouTube Comments with Seed Phrase Tricks Scammers have started to increasingly exploit YouTube’s comments feature to scam cryptocurrency owners. By posting seed phrases accompanying very fake pleas for help, they get individuals to engage multi-signature wallets designed to actually steal their funds. Kaspersky’s latest findings have brought this to the fore and called for vigilance. How the Scam Unfolds The scam starts innocently enough, with the scammers playing the rookie. They leave comments under YouTube videos of finance-related content, claiming not to be able to access their wallets and providing a seed phrase for help. For some, the bait is simply too irresistible: a wallet full of Tether-but nobody can access it without more TRON to pay for transaction fees. Unknowing victims start sending TRX to this wallet, only to realize their tokens are instantly forwarded to some other address. The multi-signature wallet is created so slyly that whatever the victim transfers is retained by the scammer. Community Reactions and Expert Warnings These scams haven’t gone unnoticed in the wider crypto community. Notably, CEO Changpeng Zhao of Binance has issued warnings to users against engaging any wallet that requests private keys or seed phrases, as such cases usually end in theft. His statements align with the findings presented by Kaspersky and are a call for crypto users to be security conscious. Key Takeaways from Kaspersky Analysts at Kaspersky’s cybersecurity have underlined this scam as particularly insidious because of the way it uses the technical difficulty of multi-signature wallets to hoodwink the targets. Their recommendations include: Never share the seed phrases: These are your wallet keys, and it should remain confidential. Look out for suspicious comments requesting help involving a seed phrase. Verify wallet authenticity: A wallet is a configuration that is supposed to be understood in advance of use. Global Impact and Sanctions The report comes as Kaspersky itself is under scrutiny on the global stage. This June, the U.S. imposed sanctions on 12 of its top executives at Kaspersky over cybersecurity concerns. Those moves came after accusations that the company had threatened national security, further complicating its efforts to warn people about scams like these. Protect Yourself Against Crypto Fraud This is one clear evidence that crypto scams will stop at nothing, literally growing in their methods of deception day by day. Indeed, the user must be very cautious, more so when some comment in their posts seems too good to be true. Keep wallet security a priority; remember, no valid entity will ask for your seed phrase. Being up to date and taking necessary precautions, crypto holders can avoid such smart, sophisticated schemes.
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The post MicroStrategy Debuts on Nasdaq-100, Boosting Bitcoin Exposure and ETF Inflows appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News In the latest development, Bitcoin proxy MicroStrategy has officially debuted on the Nasdaq-100. Data from NASDAQ revealed that Palantir PLTR and Axon Enterprise AXON joined the Nasdaq 100 alongside MicroStrategy. They replaced Illumina (ILMN), Super Micro (SMCI), and Moderna (MRNA), with the reconstituted index set to begin trading on Dec. 23. NASDAQ 100 Gains Indirect BTC Exposure Notably, MSTR entered at the 52th position, accounting for about 0.42% of the total market capitalization of all companies in the index. Nasdaq noted that ETFs that track the Nasdaq 100 will automatically include MicroStrategy in their holdings. For instance, the Invesco QQQ ETF QQQ, a popular tech-focused fund with $320 billion in assets, will now acquire shares of MicroStrategy, regardless of investor preference. The inclusion of MicroStrategy in the Nasdaq 100 not only reflects the growing acceptance of cryptocurrency but also introduces new volatility to the index. Nasdaq noted that his shift could have extensive implications for both public markets and the broader ETF sector. Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart had previously predicted that the inclusion could lead to an influx of around $2.1 billion in buying activity from ETFs that track the Nasdaq-100. Remarkably, the company’s stock has surged around 476% this year, with shares gaining momentum alongside Bitcoin’s price movements. MSTR stock reached a record high of around $473 on November 20, when Bitcoin traded above $92,000. MSTR Buys More BTC Besides, recently, MicroStrategy has increased its holdings for the seventh consecutive week. The company bought 5,262 BTC for a total of $561 million in the week ended Dec. 22 to take its total holdings to 444,262 BTC. The latest acquisitions were funded by share sales under the company’s at-the-market program (ATM). MicroStrategy has $7.08 billion left on the ATM program. This news was announced right after MSTR was added to the Nasdaq 100 index. Originally an enterprise software company, MicroStrategy pivoted in 2020 under its founder, Michael Saylor, who has embraced Bitcoin with firm commitment. The company continues to acquire more Bitcoin, betting its entire business on the cryptocurrency’s future. Bitcoin is up about 120% this year due to rising adoption. Moreover, President-elect Trump’s plans to create a U.S. bitcoin strategic reserve has further fueled the enthusiasm of crypto bulls.
Solana’s continued doing well in December, as meme coins helped it gain market share against Ethereum and other blockchains. According to DeFi Llama, Solana’s (SOL) protocols in the decentralized exchange industry were the most active in December. Its volume rose…
Solana’s continued doing well in December, as meme coins helped it gain market share against Ethereum and other blockchains. According to DeFi Llama , Solana’s ( SOL ) protocols in the decentralized exchange industry were the most active in December. Its volume rose to over $97 billion, much higher than the $22.6 billion it handled in the same period last year. Notably, it was the third consecutive month that Solana outperformed Ethereum ( ETH ), which has dominated the industry for years. Ethereum’s protocols had a volume of over $74 billion, while Base and Arbitrum handled $42 billion and $37 billion. Solana DEX volume | Source: DeFi Llama Solana also performed great in November, where its DEX networks had a volume of $129 billion, higher than Ethereum’s $70.6 billion. A month earlier, Solana handled volume of $52 billion, while Ethereum processed $41 billion. You might also like: Here’s why HYPE fell 20% over the past day Most of Solana’s DEX volume was because of Raydium ( RAY ), a network that handled coins worth $65 billion in the last 30 days. Orca handled $24 billion, while Lifinity, Pump, and Phoenix had volumes worth over $5.93 billion. Solana’s DEX volume has jumped because of the meme coin industry, which has continued doing well this year. Solana has attracted thousands of meme coins this year, helped by the creation of Pump, the biggest token generator. All Solana meme coins have a market cap of over $14.1 billion , led by Bonk, Dogwifhat, Popcat, and Peanut the Squirrel. This growth has been highly profitable for Solana and its native apps. All Solana native dApps generated a record $365 million in revenue in November, a record high. Similarly, according to TokenTerminal, Solana’s blockchain generated a record $725 million in fees in 2024, making it the third-most profitable chain after Ethereum and Tron. Developers and users love Solana because of its substantially lower fees and higher throughput. Base, the layer-2 network launched by Coinbase, has also been a big breakout star in 2024 as its total fees rose to over $82 million. It has become the biggest layer 2 network in the blockchain industry, with its DEX networks handling over $181 billion in assets, while its total value locked soared to $2 billion. You might also like: Christmas lull? Major cryptos down as investors appear to be taking profits
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