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Dren Hima

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Dren Hima is Head of Research at Coincub, leading research across digital asset regulation, licensing, market structure, tokenization and institutional adoption.

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Is Pi Network Legit?
Few crypto projects have attracted as much attention and division as Pi Network. Since its launch in 2019, the mobile-first platform has drawn over 60 million users with the promise of mining crypto from a smartphone, no expensive hardware needed. Its pitch is simple: make digital currency accessible to anyone, anywhere. But behind the daily […]...
1 year ago
BitcoinCryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyWeb 3.0
How to Find New Crypto Presales
Cryptocurrencies have grown from a $3.6 billion market in 2015 to over $2.7 trillion by mid 2026. That rise has drawn millions of new investors, many looking to enter early through token presales, before coins reach public exchanges. This early access carries specific risks. Not all presales are credible, and new projects often lack clear oversight. A […]...
1 year ago
AI & CryptoCryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyDeFiTradingWeb 3.0
Best AI Trading Bots for Crypto in 2026
AI crypto trading bots are automated tools that use artificial intelligence to trade cryptocurrencies on behalf of users. Unlike rule-based bots that follow pre-set commands, AI bots learn from real-time market data, past trends, and even online sentiment to adapt their strategies in volatile conditions. They can run 24/7 across multiple exchanges, respond faster than […]...
1 year ago
BitcoinCryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyEducationNFTWeb 3.0
What Are Bitcoin Ordinals? A Simple Guide
Bitcoin Ordinals are a way to create unique digital collectibles directly on the Bitcoin blockchain. Think of them like NFTs, but instead of being minted on platforms like Ethereum or Solana, they live natively inside individual satoshis, the smallest unit of Bitcoin. This became possible after two major Bitcoin upgrades: SegWit (2017), which changed how […]...
1 year ago
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Trust Wallet Scams: What to Watch Out For
Trust Wallet ranks among the most popular decentralized mobile wallets worldwide, with over 130 million users managing assets across more than 100 blockchains. Its non-custodial design gives users full control over their private keys, offering increased security and autonomy compared to centralized platforms. However, this very independence also attracts scammers targeting less experienced users. ...
1 year ago
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Gemini vs. Coinbase: Which Exchange Wins?
Coinbase and Gemini have been part of the U.S. crypto landscape for over a decade, but their approaches couldn’t be more different. Coinbase is the larger of the two, a publicly traded company with global reach, heavy trading volume, and a strong focus on mainstream accessibility. Gemini, on the other hand, built its reputation around […]...
1 year ago
CryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyMining
Is Ethereum Mining Really Dead in 2026?
Ethereum mining is no longer possible in 2026, yet many still search for ways to mine ETH. That confusion makes sense. Ethereum was the second-largest proof-of-work network until just a few years ago. For much of its history, it was a go-to option for home miners using GPUs, especially during bull runs when rewards surged. […]...
1 year ago
CryptoExchangeTrading
Kraken vs. Coinbase: Pros, Cons & Fees Compared
Kraken and Coinbase have become the two pillars of U.S. crypto trading. While their origins go back over a decade, both platforms have evolved alongside the digital asset industry, adapting to shifting regulation, changing user needs, and increasing competition. Today, they serve millions of retail and institutional users worldwide, though their approaches are fundamentally different. […]...
1 year ago
CryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyEducationTokenizationWeb 3.0
Crypto Coins vs. Tokens: What’s the Real Difference?
Coins are native assets of their own blockchains, while tokens are built on top of existing chains. Coins usually pay network fees, secure the chain, or support staking, while tokens are more often used for apps, governance, RWAs, NFTs, or access rights. A token can become a coin if the project later launches its own […]...
1 year ago
AI & CryptoCryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyDeFiWeb 3.0
The Rise of Onchain AI: Transforming Blockchain in 2025
Onchain AI refers to artificial intelligence models and computations that run directly on a blockchain, not just alongside it. Instead of relying on off-chain servers or black-box APIs, onchain AI makes machine intelligence verifiable, autonomous, and transparent by design. Outputs can be audited, models can be stored immutably, and decisions become traceable, without needing to […]...
1 year ago
BitcoinCryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyEducationMiningWeb 3.0
Proof of Work vs. Proof of Stake: Key Differences Explained
Blockchains need a way to agree on what’s true. Unlike traditional databases that rely on a central authority, blockchains operate across thousands of independent nodes. A consensus mechanism is the system that keeps all of them in sync, making sure everyone shares the same version of the ledger. Without consensus, blockchains wouldn’t be secure or […]...
1 year ago
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Fantom to Sonic: Did the ‘Rebrand’ Actually Deliver?
The Chains That Outgrew Themselves Scalability was the pitch. Faster blocks, cheaper fees, and more efficient consensus mechanisms were supposed to push chains like Fantom, Near, and Algorand into the spotlight. But the gap between design and adoption never quite closed. Transaction speeds improved. Usage didn’t. Fantom’s TVL plummeted from $7.5B in early 2022 to […]...
1 year ago
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Phantom Wallet Review: Best Solana Wallet in 2025?
Phantom began as a Solana-native wallet built to simplify access to DeFi and NFTs. What started as a sleek browser extension for a single chain has since grown into one of the most widely used multichain wallets in crypto. Today, Phantom supports six major blockchains, such as Solana, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Polygon, Base, and Sui, making […]...
1 year ago
CryptoCrypto BankingCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyDeFiEducationLegalRegulationWalletWeb 3.0
Introducing Coincub Global VASP App: The First Real-Time Registry for Crypto Company Compliance
Regulation has caught up to crypto. In 2025, exchanges, wallets, and service providers are no longer flying under the radar. Across major markets, governments are tightening oversight with new licensing regimes, stricter AML enforcement, and broader Travel Rule requirements. The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework has reshaped the expectations for digital asset businesses....
1 year ago
CryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyDeFiEducationWeb 3.0
ETH vs SOL: A Battle of Speed, Fees, and Scalability
Ethereum set the standard for smart contract platforms. It introduced the concept of programmable money, built the foundations of DeFi, and still holds the lead in total value locked and developer activity. Solana, meanwhile, entered the market with a different proposition, one focused on speed, cost-efficiency, and delivering a consumer-grade experience without relying on external […]...
1 year ago
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Solana vs Ripple: Which Crypto Has More Potential?
Solana and Ripple are two of the most recognized names in the crypto space, but they represent fundamentally different ideas. One is building an ecosystem for decentralized apps, the other is focused on transforming cross-border finance. Both are efficient, scalable, and well-established, but their goals, communities, and use cases rarely overlap. This article doesn’t focus […]...
1 year ago
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Top Crypto-Friendly Banks: Why Some Banks Work and Some Don’t (2026)
Crypto banking isn’t a niche anymore. As regulatory frameworks tighten and traditional finance inches closer to digital assets, a new wave of institutions is redefining what it means to offer financial services. Some were born in crypto. Others are legacy banks pivoting fast. Together, they’re shaping how businesses and investors interact with digital assets in […]...
1 year ago
CryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyEducationRegulationWeb 3.0
How to Attend DAS 2025 in El Salvador: Full Travel and Event Guide
The Digital Assets Summit will take place on April 29, 2025, at the Hilton in San Salvador. The venue sits in Colonia Escalón, one of the city’s central business districts, at 89 Avenida Norte and 11 Calle Poniente. The event is organized by El Salvador’s National Digital Assets Commission (CNAD), the country’s lead regulator for […]...
1 year ago
CryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyRegulationWeb 3.0
What to Expect at El Salvador Digital Assets Summit 2025
The Digital Assets Summit 2025 takes place on April 29 at the Hilton in San Salvador. Organized by the National Digital Assets Commission (CNAD), the event brings together global regulators, compliance experts, and industry builders for a full day of panels and closed-door sessions. El Salvador enters its third year since adopting Bitcoin as legal […]...
1 year ago
BitcoinCryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyEducationWeb 3.0
Bitcoin vs Solana: Speed, Potential, and Crypto Investment Outlook
Bitcoin and Solana stand out as two of the most talked-about cryptocurrencies, each offering something fundamentally different to investors. Bitcoin is the original digital asset, the benchmark for decentralization, scarcity, and long-term value. Solana, on the other hand, represents the fast-paced future of blockchain technology, built for speed, scalability, and real-world applications beyond ju...
1 year ago
CryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyDeFiEducationWeb 3.0
What Is Crypto Staking? Full 2025 Guide to Earning Rewards
Crypto staking is one of the most talked-about ways to earn rewards in the digital asset space. In 2025, as more blockchains adopt Proof of Stake (PoS) models, staking is no longer reserved for crypto veterans. Both newcomers and experienced investors are looking at staking as a way to put their assets to work without […]...
1 year ago
BitcoinCryptoCrypto TaxCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyRegulationTaxWalletWeb 3.0
Crypto Tax in the USA: What You Need to Know for 2025
Crypto investors in the U.S. are heading into 2025 with more scrutiny than ever before. The IRS has introduced new reporting rules, sharper enforcement, and fresh deadlines that bring digital assets firmly into focus. For most taxpayers, the deadline to file is April 15, 2025, while those living abroad have until June 15. If you […]...
1 year ago
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Crypto-Backed Loans Explained
Liquidity Crunch Liquidity has quietly become one of the biggest challenges in crypto. After years of expansion, 2024 and 2025 have been marked by sharp slowdowns. Venture funding that once flooded Web3 projects has thinned out. Central banks, meanwhile, have kept monetary conditions tight, making capital across the board harder to access, both in traditional […]...
2 years ago
CryptoCryptocurrenciesCryptocurrencyLegalWeb 3.0
How to Create a Cryptocurrency – 2025 Guide
Nearly anyone can build a digital currency today with open-source tools and accessible blockchain platforms. Some do it to serve a niche community, others to support business operations or launch a larger ecosystem. The technical process has become more approachable, but the need for a clear plan, legal awareness, and proper execution hasn’t changed. The […]...
2 years ago