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Empire Market Co-Creator Sentenced to 40 Years for Dark Web Operations
One of the co-creators of the dark web marketplace Empire Market has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for his role in the operation, which facilitated transactions totaling approximately $430 million. The individual also forfeited over
Oct 10, 2026
Liquidity Locks: What They Are and How to Verify Them
A liquidity lock stops token creators from pulling the trading pool. Learn how locks and LP burns work, how to verify them and what they can't prevent.
Oct 3, 2026 · 5 min read
NFT Royalties Explained
NFT royalties pay creators a cut of resales. Learn how they are set, why many marketplaces made them optional, and what buyers and creators should check.
Oct 3, 2026 · 5 min read