The Block vs Unchained

How The Block vs Unchained compare on our ratings, publication specs, funding, pros and cons.

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Feature
Ratings
Our score4.0/54.2/5
User ratingNo reviews yetNo reviews yet
Accuracy4.04.5
Depth4.54.5
Independence3.04.0
Freshness4.54.0
Reading experience4.04.0
Specs
FormatNews, Research, DataNews, Podcast, Newsletter
CoverageCrypto, Policy, DeFi, Market Structure, Layer 1, Layer 2Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, Regulation, Business, Tech, NFTs
AccessFreemiumFree
LanguagesEnglishEnglish
NewsletterNot disclosed Yes
PodcastNot disclosed Yes
Publishing frequencyContinuousDaily
Owned byForesight VenturesLaura Shin Media LLC
Labels sponsored contentNot disclosed Yes
Company
Founded20182016
HeadquartersUnited StatesUnited States
InvestorsForesight Ventures, BlockTower Capital, Bloomberg Beta, Greycroft +1Not disclosed
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
  • Extensive on-chain data and market visualization dashboards available for free
  • Co-launched the GMCI crypto index provider with Wintermute, including GMCI 30
  • Continuous editorial news coverage of global regulatory, market, and technical events
  • Institutional-grade research available across layer-1, layer-2, and DeFi sectors
  • Free access to all news articles, daily newsletters, and podcast feeds
  • Led by experienced financial journalist and author Laura Shin
  • Over 30 million lifetime podcast downloads and video views
  • Regular coverage of technical security vulnerabilities and forensic post-mortems
Cons
  • Premium research reports and institutional analysis require a paid Pro subscription
  • Majority-owned by Foresight Ventures
  • Past leadership controversy involving $43 million in undisclosed Alameda Research loans
  • Staff layoffs reduced one third of the workforce in early 2023
  • Hosts commercial wire press releases that readers must distinguish from independent news
  • No proprietary market data terminal or live onchain metrics tooling
  • Podcast ad reads and sponsored classifieds run throughout shows and newsletters
Best forInstitutional market analysts, On-chain data researchers, Crypto regulatory policy followersReaders tracking crypto policy and security, Long-form podcast listeners, Professionals wanting hype-free market reporting

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