Uniswap Labs has confirmed the acquisition of 'Crypto: The Game' and reported the collection of email addresses from X platform users, raising privacy concerns.
Acquisition of Crypto: The Game
Uniswap Labs announced the acquisition of 'Crypto: The Game' (CTG), a deal that was disclosed on June 10. This acquisition highlights Uniswap's strategy to integrate gaming with decentralized finance, potentially increasing community engagement. The co-founders of CTG are joining Uniswap Labs to develop the third season of the game.
Privacy Issues and Phishing Risks
The collection of email addresses from users at the Uniswap Card event has raised privacy concerns among the community. Experts, such as SlowMist Cosine, have warned about potential phishing risks. They noted, 'The email address collection from X platform users may lead to targeted phishing attempts in the future.'
Market Impact and Performance Metrics
As of June 29, 2025, Uniswap (UNI) is trading at $7.05, marking a 1.61% increase over the past 24 hours. Uniswap's market cap is valued at $4.44 billion, with a 24-hour trading volume of $237.87 million. Analysts point out that integrating gaming initiatives with decentralized finance could redefine market dynamics and attract regulatory scrutiny.
Thus, CTG's acquisition and the collection of user data open new horizons for Uniswap but raise significant questions regarding privacy protection and potential risks for users.
