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news-imageOctober 2, 2024

Crypto news and prices: Hedera (HBAR), Sei (SEI) and Celo (CELO)

Latest updates on HBAR, SEI, and CELO coins.
Publisher: The Cryptonomist
Sentiment: Neutral
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March 28, 2025

Sei Blockchain to Acquire 23andMe: On-Chain Genetic Data Plans Revealed

Sei Blockchain, the layer-1 chain in a significant bet towards the developing concept of decentralised science, has announced the acquisition of 23andMe after the latter filed for the Chapter-11 Bankruptcy. The California-based genetic testing and biotech company, 23andMe, has been offering DNA testing via saliva samples for millions of Americans since 2007.

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March 28, 2025

Sei Foundation looks to acquire bankrupt 23andMe in major DeSci move

The Sei Foundation is exploring the acquisition of 23andMe, a bankrupt genetic testing company, with plans to bring its data infrastructure onto the Sei blockchain. In a statement released on March 27, the Foundation revealed that the acquisition would mark a significant step toward protecting genetic data through on-chain solutions.

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cover-imageThe Cryptonomist
March 28, 2025

The Sei Foundation is considering the acquisition of 23andMe: genetic data on the blockchain to ensure privacy

After 23andMe declared bankruptcy in the United States on March 23, 2024, the Sei Foundation, linked to the Sei blockchain network, announced its intention to consider acquiring the genetic testing company. The goal would be to protect the privacy of the genetic data of about 15 million users, offering them ownership and direct control of the information through secure and encrypted blockchain tools. The project, announced in a post published on March 27 on the official X account of the Sei network, aims to address an issue of growing importance: the security of bio-genetic data in the digital age, especially in contexts of financial instability like the current one of the American biotech company.

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cover-imageCointelegraph
March 27, 2025

Sei Foundation floats 23andMe acquisition, genetic data on the blockchain

The foundation behind the layer-1 blockchain, Sei, announced it was exploring the acquisition of the genetic testing company 23andMe after the firm filed for bankruptcy.In a March 27 X post, the Sei network said its foundation was considering purchasing 23andMe “to defend the genetic privacy of 15 million Americans” by putting the company's data on the blockchain. According to the foundation, if it acquires the biotechnology company, it plans to deploy all the genetic information on the blockchain and “return data ownership to users through encrypted, confidential transfers.

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cover-imageThe Cryptonomist
March 26, 2025

Celo becomes a Layer-2 of Ethereum: transition completed successfully

Celo has officially completed the transition from layer-1 blockchain to layer-2 protocol on Ethereum on March 26, 2025. The move was announced through a post on X, in which the platform highlighted the main technical innovations. Among these, blocks with a time of one second, transaction costs lower than a cent, and the use of USDt (USDT) and USDC (USDC) as gas stand out.

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March 26, 2025

Celo becomes Ethereum L2 with Optimism rollup implementation

Celo, the blockchain network launched in 2020, has officially transitioned from a layer-1 chain to an Ethereum layer-2 protocol.Celo announced the successful transition in a March 26 X post, stating that “Celo is officially an Ethereum layer 2” protocol. In the thread, the organization claimed the new protocol features one-second blocks, sub-cent transaction costs, and Tether's USDt (USDT) and USDC (USDC) as gas.

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March 26, 2025

Celo Upgrades to Layer 2, Enhancing Security and Transaction Speed

TL;DR Ethereum Layer 2 Transition: Celo shifts from a standalone L1 blockchain to an Ethereum L2 network using optimistic rollups, leveraging Ethereum's robust security and ecosystem. Boosted Performance: The upgrade reduces block times from 5 seconds to 1 second, enhancing scalability, interoperability, and low-cost transaction speed. Strengthened Ecosystem: With key partnerships (Aave, Uniswap, etc.

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March 26, 2025

Celo Transitions to Ethereum Layer 2

Celo has successfully migrated from a standalone Layer 1 blockchain to an Ethereum Layer 2 network, marking a major milestone after nearly two years of development. This upgrade boosts scalability, improves interoperability, and deepens integration with Ethereum's ecosystem. Block times have been reduced from 5 seconds to just 1 second, significantly enhancing transaction speed.

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March 26, 2025

Celo's evolution: migration to Ethereum L2 complete

Celo has finalized migration from a standalone L1 platform to an Ethereum L2 blockchain. The transition represents a key landmark in Celo's evolution, improving interoperability, security, and the entire ecosystem while ensuring sustainability and accessibility. The countdown platform shows the migration completed on 26 March, with Celo Layer2 Mainnet activation at 31056500 block height.

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March 24, 2025

Hedera hits key demand zone after 10% dip: what's next for HBAR price?

Hedera has struggled since early March, losing approximately 10% on its monthly chart. While the downtrend signaled bearish trends, HBAR's price settled at a crucial demand territory. As Hedera prices sit at a vital demand and support area, enthusiasts watch for potential buyer resurgence, which could trigger notable bounce-backs.

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