José Rodrigo

José Rodrigo

Benzinga Editor

About
Jose Rodrigo Safdiye is a seasoned journalist and the Director of Benzinga's Crypto Newsdesk. With a degree in International Affairs, he brings a unique perspective and deep understanding to the fast-paced world of crypto. He has interviewed some of ...
Exclusive: This Web3 Game Sold $1M In NFTs Under 1 Minute
Wild Forest, a web3 real-time strategy game, has taken the gaming world by storm. In an exclusive interview, Artem Naseniuk, lead developer at Zillion Whales, shared insights about the game's development, unique features, and future plans.
EXCLUSIVE: Max Fu's Nyan Heroes: Pioneering the Next Frontier in Web3 Gaming
Max Fu, the visionary CEO behind 9 Lives Interactive, is redefining the landscape of web3 gaming with his groundbreaking title, Nyan Heroes. In a recent interview, Fu shared insights into the game’s ambitious vision and its remarkable journey in the gaming industry.
Bitcoin Conference to Bring Star-Studded Lineup of Speakers to Honk Kong on Dawn of Historic ETFs.
Kind Hosts Massive 126K-Attendee Web3 Online Party In Pixels
Kind, the innovative Web3 creators agency known for enhancing the digital experiences of creators and gamers, recently hosted one of the largest online parties in Web 3 history. This
EXCLUSIVE: Kind Founders Reveal How They're Building A Better Web3 For Creators, Gamers And Communities
In an engaging conversation, Osito Lima and Zio, the masterminds behind Kind, revealed to Benzinga the inner workings and ambitious scope of their project.
Ronin Welcomes Ragnarok: Monster World In Historic Gaming Partnership
In an unprecedented move for the blockchain gaming sector, Ronin (CRYPTO: RON) announced its collaboration with Ragnarok: Monster World, signaling the entry of the first Web2 gaming Intellectual Property (IP) onto its platform.
Elon Musk Meets Javier Milei: Chat About Cutting Red Tape, Boosting Birth Rates And More
Argentine President Javier Milei and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) CEO Elon Musk held a meeting to discuss the importance of free markets, technological development,
Indonesia Moves To Normalize Ties With Israel For OECD Membership Bid: Report
Indonesia is considering establishing formal ties with Israel to help secure its membership in the OECD, a key global economic organization.
EXCLUSIVE: Foonie Magus Founder Unveils Apeiron's Vision And Launch Of APRS
In an exclusive interview with Frank Cheng, founder of Foonie Magus, Benzinga gained unprecedented insight into Apeiron, the first-ever Web3 god game, and its evolutionary journey.
The Secret to Getting Rich? This Watchlist App Everyone's Talking About
Cashu just launched their watchlist app, and we have to say, it’s pretty damn neat.  You can download it on Apple or Android here.
CONF3RENCE 2024 Unites with BLOCKCHANCE to Create Premier Web3 Event
CONF3RENCE 2024 and BLOCKCHANCE are thrilled to announce their union, marking the inception of a flagship Web3 event in the Ruhr area, Europe's economic powerhouse. BLOCKCHANCE has already demonstrated the possibilities of the German Web3 ecosystem.
Blockchain Life Forum 2024 In Dubai: Find Out How To Make The Most Of The Current Bull Run
The highly anticipated Blockchain Life Forum 2024 is set to take place in the vibrant city of Dubai on April 15-16. Welcoming industry professionals and crypto enthusiasts from around the world, this legendary event promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Ronin Network Alerts Of Pixels Founder's X Account Hack: Watch Out For Fake Airdrops, Scams
The founder of Pixels (CRYPTO:PIXELS), Luke Barwikowski, has reportedly had his account compromised.
EXCLUSIVE: Pixels' Web3 Gaming Revolution - Luke Barwikowski Tells All
In an exclusive discussion, Luke Barwikowski, founder of Pixels (CRYPTO: PIXEL), unveils the company's ambitious plan to revolutionize the Web3 gaming sector.
BNB Chain Unveils 2024 Web3 Blueprint
BNB Chain disclosed its "BNB Chain & the Web3 Blueprint," aiming to provide a strategic overview and insight into its plans for the coming year. The report seeks to outline the platform's achievements, technological advancements, and future directions within the Web3 ecosystem.
Blockchain Life 2024 in Dubai - Waiting for ToTheMoon
On April 15-16, the international forum Blockchain Life 2024 will bring together more than 8,000 crypto leaders and thousands of international companies at the main event of the year in Dubai. Official Trailer 2024:  https://youtu.be/jSn8TWHV9Lg
Cosmoverse 2024: The Cosmos Ecosystem Conference Lands in Dubai
 Cosmoverse, the largest annual crypto conference of the Cosmos ecosystem, is set to make waves in Dubai in 2024 from October 21-22.
Argentinian Nostradamus Predicted Javier Milei's Triumph 80 Years Ago
In an intriguing fusion of mysticism and politics, the rise of Javier Milei, who was inaugurated as the president of Argentina today (Dec.
Argentina 'Will Not Join BRICS,' Declares Milei's Incoming Foreign Minister
Argentina is gearing up for a new phase following the unprecedented success of the Javier Milei-Victoria Villaruel ticket, which became the most voted for since the return of democracy, securing a resounding victory with 55.65% of the votes.
FTX's Game-Changer: Court Greenlights $744M Grayscale Asset Sale — What This Could Mean For The Crypto Landscape
In a pivotal move, embattled crypto exchange FTX got the necessary court permission to proceed with selling assets from Grayscale Investments and Bitwise, estimated at $744 million.