Merkle Manufactory 获得 10 亿美元以上融资，加入十亿美元创业俱乐部

近年来，加密行业的风险投资激增，据报道，去中心化社交网络软件开发商 Merkle Manufactory 即将完成新一轮融资。据消息人士透露，该公司由前 Coinbase 高管联合创立，估值接近 10 亿美元。默克尔的估值受到彭博社质疑，但该公司拒绝发表评论。

Merkle Manufactory Secures Multi-Million Dollar Funding Round, Surpassing $1 Billion Valuation

Merkle Manufactory 获得数百万美元融资，估值突破 10 亿美元

San Francisco, California - Merkle Manufactory, a software developer specializing in decentralized social networks, has recently secured a substantial funding round, propelling its valuation to an impressive $1 billion. The funding round, led by undisclosed investors, marks a significant milestone for the company, placing it among the most highly valued startups in the burgeoning Web3 ecosystem.

加利福尼亚州旧金山 - Merkle Manufactory 是一家专门从事去中心化社交网络的软件开发商，最近获得了一轮巨额融资，使其估值达到令人印象深刻的 10 亿美元。本轮融资由未公开的投资者领投，标志着该公司的一个重要里程碑，使其跻身蓬勃发展的 Web3 生态系统中估值最高的初创公司之列。

Founded in 2022 by Dan Romero, former vice president of Coinbase Global Inc., and other Coinbase alumni, Merkle Manufactory has established itself as a pioneer in the decentralized social media landscape. At the heart of the company's offerings are two flagship products: Farcaster, a decentralized blockchain-based protocol, and Warpcast, a mobile application built on top of Farcaster.

Merkle Manufactory 由 Coinbase Global Inc. 前副总裁 Dan Romero 和其他 Coinbase 校友于 2022 年创立，已成为去中心化社交媒体领域的先驱。该公司产品的核心是两款旗舰产品：Farcaster（一种基于区块链的去中心化协议）和 Warpcast（一款基于 Farcaster 构建的移动应用程序）。

The Farcaster protocol embodies Merkle Manufactory's commitment to creating a censorship-resistant and user-controlled social media experience. By distributing control over content moderation and user data across a decentralized network, Farcaster empowers individuals to engage freely and securely without fear of censorship or data manipulation.

Farcaster 协议体现了 Merkle Manufactory 创建抗审查和用户控制的社交媒体体验的承诺。通过在去中心化网络中分配对内容审核和用户数据的控制权，Farcaster 使个人能够自由、安全地参与，而不必担心审查或数据操纵。

"The fundamental premise for Farcaster is a protocol that no one individual, company, or country controls," explained Romero in an interview with a leading media outlet. "These circumstances represent the long-term equilibrium state for the global public square."

“Farcaster 的基本前提是一个不受任何个人、公司或国家控制的协议，”罗梅罗在接受一家领先媒体采访时解释道。 “这些情况代表了全球公共领域的长期平衡状态。”

The recent funding round will provide Merkle Manufactory with the resources it needs to further develop its suite of decentralized social media products and expand its global reach. The company plans to use the funds to enhance the Farcaster protocol, improve the user experience, and explore new opportunities within the rapidly evolving Web3 space.

最近的一轮融资将为 Merkle Manufactory 提供进一步开发其去中心化社交媒体产品套件并扩大其全球影响力所需的资源。该公司计划利用这笔资金增强 Farcaster 协议，改善用户体验，并在快速发展的 Web3 领域探索新的机会。

Blockchain Security Firm Immunefi Reports Decline in Web3 Hacks and Scams

区块链安全公司 Immunefi 报告称 Web3 黑客和诈骗有所减少

In a separate development, Immunefi, a leading blockchain security and analysis firm, has released its latest report on Web3 hacking and scam trends in the first quarter of 2024. The report reveals a promising decline in losses associated with Web3 hacks and scams compared to the same period in 2023.

在另一项进展中，领先的区块链安全和分析公司 Immunefi 发布了关于 2024 年第一季度 Web3 黑客和诈骗趋势的最新报告。该报告显示，与 2024 年第一季度相比，与 Web3 黑客和诈骗相关的损失有望下降。 2023 年同期。

According to the report, total losses in Q1 2024 amounted to $336 million, a significant decrease from the $437 million lost in Q1 2023. Hacks accounted for the vast majority of these losses, representing 96%, while scams and other activities accounted for the remaining 4%.

报告显示，2024 年第一季度的总损失达 3.36 亿美元，较 2023 年第一季度的 4.37 亿美元大幅下降。其中黑客攻击占了这些损失的绝大多数，占 96%，而诈骗和其他活动则占其余损失4%。

Immunefi attributes this decline to increased security measures implemented by Web3 projects, as well as law enforcement agencies' enhanced efforts to combat cybercrime. However, the report emphasizes the need for continued vigilance, as Web3 remains a target for malicious actors.

Arkansas Lawmakers Debate Revisions to State Crypto Mining Sector

In the realm of cryptocurrency policy, Arkansas legislators are currently engaged in discussions regarding revisions to the state's crypto mining sector. The debate centers around Act 851, sponsored by Senator Joshua Bryant, which aims to maintain local control over crypto mining operations while providing a degree of protection for existing facilities.

在加密货币政策领域，阿肯色州立法者目前正在讨论对该州加密货币采矿业的修订。辩论围绕参议员 Joshua Bryant 发起的第 851 号法案展开，该法案旨在维持当地对加密货币挖矿业务的控制，同时为现有设施提供一定程度的保护。

"What the bill was, was really kind of a preemption bill that says hey local control exists," explained Bryant. "Once they're up and operating, you can't just back down and shut them down."

“该法案实际上是一项先发制人的法案，表明存在本地控制，”布莱恩特解释道。 “一旦它们启动并运行，你就不能只是退缩并关闭它们。”

The proposed revisions seek to clarify the regulatory framework for crypto mining in Arkansas, ensuring a balanced approach that fosters innovation while protecting local interests. The debate highlights the ongoing efforts by state governments to address the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.

拟议的修订旨在澄清阿肯色州加密货币挖矿的监管框架，确保采取平衡的方法，在促进创新的同时保护当地利益。这场辩论凸显了各州政府为应对快速发展的加密货币格局所做的持续努力。

TRM Labs Releases Report on Illicit Crypto Activity in 2023

TRM 实验室发布 2023 年非法加密活动报告

TRM Labs, a blockchain analysis firm, has published a comprehensive report titled "The Illicit Crypto Economy" on March 27, 2024. The report provides a detailed analysis of crypto-related illegal activities throughout 2023.

区块链分析公司 TRM Labs 于 2024 年 3 月 27 日发布了一份题为《非法加密经济》的综合报告。该报告对 2023 年全年与加密相关的非法活动进行了详细分析。

The report identifies the Tron Network as the primary platform for illicit crypto activity in 2023, accounting for 45% of all illicit volume. TRM Labs highlights the involvement of Justin Sun, the founder of Tron, in several controversial business ventures and his history of promoting the platform's use for illegal purposes.

该报告将 Tron 网络确定为 2023 年非法加密货币活动的主要平台，占所有非法交易量的 45%。 TRM Labs 重点介绍了 Tron 创始人孙宇晨 (Justin Sun) 参与的几项有争议的商业投资，以及他推动该平台用于非法目的的历史。

The report also examines the role of decentralized exchanges (DEXs) in facilitating illicit crypto transactions. DEXs, which operate without the oversight of centralized intermediaries, have become popular avenues for criminals to launder money and engage in other financial crimes.

该报告还研究了去中心化交易所（DEX）在促进非法加密交易方面的作用。去中心化交易所的运作不受中心化中介机构的监督，已成为犯罪分子洗钱和从事其他金融犯罪的流行途径。

Major Crypto Funding in Q1 2024

2024 年第一季度的主要加密货币资金

The first quarter of 2024 has witnessed significant funding activity in the cryptocurrency sector, with multiple startups securing multi-million dollar investments. Some notable funding rounds include:

2024 年第一季度，加密货币领域出现了大量融资活动，多家初创公司获得了数百万美元的投资。一些值得注意的融资轮包括：

• EigenLayer: $100 million in Series B funding
• HashKey Group: $100 million in Series A funding
• Optimism: $89 million in funding
• Root Protocol: $2.5 million in funding at a $100 million valuation
• Ultiverse: $4 million in funding at a $150 million valuation

Venture capital firms such as OKX Ventures, HashKey Capital, and Animoca Brands have been particularly active in the funding landscape, supporting a diverse range of crypto-based projects. Coinbase Ventures remains the leading investor, with over 370 investments in various crypto startups.

EigenLayer：B轮融资1亿美元HashKey Group：A轮融资1亿美元Optimism：融资8900万美元Root Protocol：估值1亿美元融资250万美元Ultiverse：估值1.5亿美元融资400万美元OKX Ventures、HashKey等风险投资公司Capital 和 Animoca Brands 在融资领域尤其活跃，支持各种基于加密货币的项目。 Coinbase Ventures 仍然是领先的投资者，对各种加密初创公司进行了 370 多项投资。

The surge in funding during Q1 2024 underscores the continued growth and maturation of the cryptocurrency industry. It also reflects the growing recognition of the potential of blockchain technology and Web3 applications across a wide range of sectors.

2024 年第一季度资金激增凸显了加密货币行业的持续增长和成熟。这也反映出人们对区块链技术和 Web3 应用在广泛领域的潜力的日益认识。