Tim Craig
Tim fell down the crypto rabbit hole in late 2020 and hasn’t looked back. He came to DL News from Crypto Briefing, where he published over 400 articles covering the explosion of “Layer 1” blockchains in 2021 through to 2022’s high-profile crypto bankruptcies.
He reported extensively on the collapse of Terra’s UST stablecoin, crypto lender Celsius, and most recently on FTX. His reporting on the bankruptcy of crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital was cited in documents submitted to the High Court of Singapore.
Disclosure: Tim holds over $1,000 worth of Ether and Lido staked Ether. He also holds an insignificant amount in NFTs.
10 articles
Uniswap DAO Votes to Reclaim $42 Million in Governance Tokens
On March 4, 2026, the Uniswap DAO voted on a proposal to reclaim $42 million worth of UNI governance tokens loaned to delegates. The 12.5 million UNI were distributed from 2022 to 2023 to enhance governance participation, aimed at addressing proportional voting power concerns, according to DL News.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
Metaplanet Invests in Advertising Amid Falling Stock and Bitcoin Prices
Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet is increasing its advertising efforts, including a recent campaign at the Las Vegas Sphere, as its stock drops 25% this year. The company's market valuation of $2 billion undervalues its Bitcoin holdings worth approximately $3.1 billion, according to DL News.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
Paul Tudor Jones Calls Bitcoin the Best Inflation Hedge
Billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones labels Bitcoin as the "best inflation hedge that there is" during a recent podcast. While he emphasizes Bitcoin's capped supply compared to gold, he also warns of risks associated with its digital nature, including potential threats from cyber warfare and advancements in quantum computing, according to DL News.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
Justin Sun Announces $20 Million Liquidity Injection for Aave
Justin Sun has declared a $20 million liquidity support for Aave and urged the DeFi protocol to expand to Tron, according to DL News. This comes after discussions about deploying Aave on Tron stalled last year, despite the blockchain's significant presence in decentralized finance with $5.3 billion in deposits.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
Gudtrip App Rewards Users with Bitcoin for Cannabis Use, Raises Ethical Concerns
Gudtrip, a cannabis vape pen company, incentivizes users with Bitcoin rewards for consumption, alarming health experts and anti-drug advocates, according to DL News. Critics argue that this approach may foster addiction and promote habit-forming behavior, despite company claims to the contrary.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
Sky Protocol Reports $124M Revenue in Q1 2026 Amid Token Decline
Sky Frontier Foundation reveals record financial results for Q1 2026, reporting nearly $124 million in gross revenue. However, the governance token has seen a 2.4% decline, raising questions about market reaction, according to DL News.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
April Sees Record Number of Crypto Hacks, DeFi Projects Major Targets
April 2026 marks a record in the crypto industry with 29 hacks reported, according to DefiLlama data. Notable incidents include the hacks of Solana-based exchange Drift and Ethereum-based app Kelp DAO, resulting in losses totaling $579 million, as reported by DL News.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
Aave Unveils Plan to Restore $246M in Funding After Kelp DAO Attack
Aave outlines a strategy to restore backing for rsETH following a $246 million deficit caused by the Kelp DAO hack, according to DL News. The proposal aims to fully reimburse affected users while managing associated risks, including governance hurdles and potential hacker interference.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
Andean Medjedovic's Wallet Launders $13.5M in Ether with Tornado Cash
Andean Medjedovic's wallet is active again, laundering approximately $13.5 million in Ether via Tornado Cash. The hacker, accused of stealing $65 million, claims his actions were legitimate trades. This information comes from DL News.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
DeFi Platforms Generate $11M from Pokémon Card NFT Marketplaces
DeFi protocols have tapped into the booming trading card market, generating $11 million in revenue last month from NFT marketplaces for Pokémon cards, as reported by DL News. This reflects growing interest in collectibles and offers investors a means to engage in trading without holding physical cards.
2 months ago·DL News·Reported by Tim Craig
