CryptoComLearn outlined 10 major blockchain use cases, ranging from payments and supply chains to healthcare, digital identity, food traceability, and worker rights.
Web3 is framed as the next phase of the internet, centered on decentralization, user control over data and assets, and interoperability. Blockchain, decentralized storage, AI, and IoT are key building blocks, though scalability, regulation, and security remain major hurdles.
French chipmaker Sequans has sold nearly 80% of its Bitcoin holdings to repay bond debt, ending its Bitcoin treasury strategy after the stock plunged over 90% from its peak. It will refocus on IoT and 5G semiconductors.
WISeKey's SEALCOIN project became the hottest topic at Consensus Hong Kong 2026, featuring a live satellite airdrop, hardware integration with SEALSQ chips, and real-time orbital interaction. The Hack Seasons demo drew massive crowds, signaling DePIN's transition from concept to reality.
The source highlights Solana projects to watch in 2026 across trading, liquid staking, oracle infrastructure, and DePIN, while noting clear risks tied to smart contracts, liquidity, leverage, and execution.
Zand Bank, UAE's first full digital bank, achieved profitability in just 22 months. CEO Michael Chan explains the risky pivot from retail to wholesale banking, and the real goal behind the newly approved AED stablecoin.
Crypto hacks and exploits caused approximately $37.7 million in losses during February 2026, the smallest monthly figure since March 2025 per Certik. Wallet compromises led with $16.6M, while about 30% of stolen funds were frozen or recovered.
Blockchain security firm PeckShield reports February hack and scam losses fell to $26.5 million, a 98.2% year-over-year drop. Two incidents—YieldBlox and IoTeX—accounted for over two-thirds of the total. CertiK adds phishing losses to reach $37.7 million.
