October 12, 2026
Standard Chartered Custody Service for Ripple's RLUSD
The announcement adds RLUSD to Standard Chartered's expanding roster of digital-asset services.
BLOCKCHAIN • CRYPTOCURRENCY • NARRATIVE JOURNALISM
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NFT & Digital Art
Background and Early Life: Edgy, whose real identity is not publicly detailed, has shared that his journey into crypto began with significant personal losses in the Mt.Gox exploit, teaching him valuable lessons about crypto security and investment.Career Progression:Started with personal investments and learning from his mistakes in the crypto market, particularly during the 2017 bull run.Transitioned into creating educational content, focusing on DeFi after discovering its potential in 2020.Built a reputation through Twitter threads, leading to the creation of The DeFi Edge newsletter, where he shares detailed analyses and strategies.Key Achievements in Crypto/Web3:Developed popular frameworks for crypto portfolio construction and risk management, aiding many in navigating the volatile crypto markets.His newsletter has become one of the most respected resources for DeFi insights, boasting over 25,000 subscribers.Notable Projects or Companies Founded/Led:The DeFi Edge, his primary platform where he educates on DeFi trends, strategies, and provides market analysis.Significant Controversies or Challenges:No notable controversies, although discussing crypto investments inherently involves navigating through market volatility and sometimes controversial market predictions.Current Status and Recent Activities:Continues to produce content via his newsletter and Twitter, focusing on the latest in DeFi, AI in blockchain, and macro-economic impacts on crypto.Engages with the community, sharing tools, strategies, and personal insights into the crypto space.Impact on the Crypto/Web3 Space:Edgy's work has significantly lowered the barrier to entry for new DeFi investors, offering them tools and knowledge to make informed decisions.
His focus on education and strategy has shaped how many approach DeFi investments.
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October 12, 2026
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