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Ethlabs Launches to Scale Ethereum for Institutions
Ethlabs is a new nonprofit research organization launched to scale the Ethereum network for institutional adoption and long-term development.
$8.5M DeFi vault pulled overnight: The wake-up call for traders chasing high yields
A confidence crisis following a verification dispute led to an $8.5 million redemption rush and the orderly wind-down of Altura's DeFi vault.
British pound stablecoins capped to $53B ceiling as Bank of England sets out stablecoin rules
The Bank of England has replaced individual wallet caps with a £40 billion product-level issuance limit for systemic sterling stablecoins.
TurboFlow, aiming to be the ‘Kalshi of APAC,’ raises $6 million seed led by Pantera Capital
Onchain trading platform TurboFlow has raised $6 million in seed funding to expand its prediction markets and perpetual futures services across the APAC region.
Elon Musk Backs NVIDIA As AI’s Biggest Environmental Criticism Takes a Hit
Elon Musk supports NVIDIA’s claims that advanced liquid cooling technology can significantly reduce the water consumption of AI data centers.
Centralized Wall Street gatekeepers to control investors’ route into tokenized stocks through old pipes
The 24X National Exchange's new filing proposes integrating tokenized stocks into existing Wall Street infrastructure via DTCC-led settlement and oversight.
Trump Signs Quantum Executive Orders: What Do They Mean for Crypto Security?
President Donald Trump signed new executive orders accelerating quantum-resistant encryption standards, raising long-term security questions for Bitcoin and cryptocurrency assets.
U.S. Senate passes housing bill that carries four-year ban on a Fed CBDC
The U.S. Senate passed a housing bill containing a four-year prohibition on the Federal Reserve issuing a central bank digital currency.
Trump Calls Stock Buybacks Fake: MicroStrategy Bitcoin Model Shows Another Way to Boost Valuations
President Trump criticizes stock buybacks as artificial, while MicroStrategy utilizes a Bitcoin-focused strategy centered on share issuance to enhance shareholder value.
Bitcoin Funding Hits 2-week High: Are Bulls Back?
Bitcoin funding rates hit a three-week high, reflecting bull confidence, though spot ETF outflows and broader market caution limit immediate $70,000 potential.
Trump Signs Quantum Computing Orders — What Does This Mean For Bitcoin?
President Trump's new quantum computing executive orders accelerate federal deadlines, raising concerns about potential security risks for vulnerable Bitcoin holdings.
Securitize and tZERO clash over patents as race to bring Wall Street onchain heats up
Tokenization pioneers Securitize and tZERO are in a legal dispute over intellectual property as Wall Street adoption of blockchain infrastructure accelerates.
Bitcoin or AI? BlackRock and JPMorgan Split Over Where Capital Flows Next
Wall Street leaders BlackRock and JPMorgan disagree on whether investor capital will prioritize Bitcoin's macro hedge potential or AI-driven stock market growth.
Strategy used $300 million of MSTR dilution to backstop its Bitcoin’s biggest buying machine
Strategy raised $335.5 million by selling MSTR shares, using $300 million to boost its cash reserves and support its struggling STRC preferred securities.
Ric Edelman says crypto’s biggest growth story is happening off the price chart
Ric Edelman highlights that institutional adoption and asset tokenization are accelerating despite current negative crypto market sentiment.
21Shares co-founder warns tokenization hype is outrunning Wall Street reality
Former 21Shares co-founder Ophelia Snyder warns that operational hurdles are delaying institutional-scale adoption of tokenized assets.
Franklin Templeton Completes 250 Digital Deal, Launches Crypto Unit
Franklin Templeton has acquired 250 Digital to launch Franklin Crypto, a new division focused on providing actively managed cryptocurrency strategies to institutional investors.
Silver Faces Make-or-Break Level, Will Price Keep Dropping?
Silver is testing a critical $68.88 support level, with technical indicators and market conditions suggesting uncertainty about its future price direction.
Tom Lee and Joe Lubin Push New Ethereum Initiative for Enhanced Institutional Use
Ethlabs has launched as an independent nonprofit to advance Ethereum for institutional adoption, backed by key figures like Tom Lee and Joe Lubin.
Solana treasury firm Solmate’s largest stakeholder sues board for self-dealing, fiduciary breaches
Major Solmate stakeholder RBCH is suing the company's board for alleged self-dealing, mismanagement, and breaches of fiduciary duty.
Strive says digital credit selloff was a liquidation event, not a credit crisis
Strive executives maintain that recent declines in digital credit products were caused by forced liquidations rather than underlying credit quality issues.
New York, Maryland and Utah to Hold Primaries with Crypto PAC Money Hanging over Voters
Crypto-backed political action committees are spending over $8 million to influence primary elections across New York, Maryland, and Utah.
Bitmine, SharpLink and Joe Lubin back Ethlabs nonprofit to advance Ethereum’s ‘next phase’ of growth
Former Ethereum Foundation researchers launched Ethlabs, a nonprofit backed by Joe Lubin, Bitmine, and SharpLink, to scale Ethereum for institutional adoption.
MoonPay expands into back-office financial operations with AI accounting startup Entendre acquisition
MoonPay has acquired AI accounting startup Entendre to enhance its back-office financial infrastructure and automation capabilities for crypto and fintech businesses.
Ether’s biggest corporate holders back new Ethereum research hub
Former Ethereum Foundation researchers have launched Ethlabs, a new nonprofit supported by major corporate ETH holders and industry leaders.
Solana grabs 95% of tokenized equity as traders debate if SOL bottom is in
Solana achieved 95% of tokenized equity trading volume last week while traders remain divided on whether the asset has reached its market bottom.
Trump’s White House Teases Quantum Push: Is Bitcoin’s Next Big Narrative Here?
The White House teased a quantum computing policy initiative, reigniting industry debates regarding Bitcoin's long-term vulnerability to quantum attacks.
Securitize asks court to reject tZERO’s ‘meritless’ tokenization patent allegations
Securitize has filed a lawsuit seeking a court declaration that its products do not infringe on patents held by rival firm tZERO.
Franklin Templeton Closes 250 Digital Deal, Launches Institutional Crypto Division
Franklin Templeton has acquired 250 Digital to launch Franklin Crypto, a new division focused on providing institutional-grade digital asset investment solutions.
Iran Oil License Sends Crude Lower: Will Inflation Follow?
The US issued a temporary license for Iranian oil exports, causing crude prices to drop and potentially easing global inflationary pressures.
Andy Burnham emerges as UK Prime Minister favorite, sparking crypto industry hopes for policy reset
Andy Burnham has become the frontrunner to replace Keir Starmer as UK Prime Minister, raising industry optimism regarding future cryptocurrency and blockchain regulations.
Crypto Industry Unites Behind Bill to Fix Tax Rules for Miners and Stakers
Major U.S. crypto trade associations are urging Congress to pass H.R. 9175, which would allow taxpayers to defer taxes on mining and staking rewards.
Nostr is the Orange Web: Bitcoin’s Niche and Futuristic Alternative Internet
Nostr is a decentralized, Bitcoin-native protocol that allows users to control their own social identity and content across various independent applications.
Franklin Templeton Bets Bigger on Crypto After Major Acquisition
Franklin Templeton has launched its "Franklin Crypto" division following the completed acquisition of 250 Digital to expand institutional digital asset management.
Andrew Cuomo to Lead Joint TradFi-Crypto Venture between OKX and Intercontinental Exchange
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo will co-lead a new joint digital asset venture between crypto exchange OKX and Intercontinental Exchange.
Three Reasons Why Bitcoin Holding $63K May Mark The Bottom
Bitcoin's resilience above $63,000, combined with declining leverage and reduced ETF outflows, suggests a potential market bottom and trend reversal.
The Future of Collecting: Alladan Flinn of Based Trading Cards on Cards, Community, and Culture
Alladan Flinn discusses how Based Trading Cards merges Bitcoin's decentralized ethos with physical collectibles to preserve the history of the movement.
Bitcoin Network Activity Hits Highest Level Since 2024: CryptoQuant
Bitcoin network activity has reached its highest point since 2024, driven primarily by small protocol-based transactions rather than financial transfers.
Ethereum Foundation talent exodus sparks fresh debate over leadership
The resignation of co-executive director Hsiao-Wei Wang amid a series of senior departures has reignited concerns regarding Ethereum Foundation leadership and internal management.
HIVE stock surges 25% as Ivy League researchers train neural networks on Paraguay GPUs
HIVE shares rose 25% after Columbia University researchers successfully utilized the company's Paraguay-based GPU infrastructure to train neural networks.
“Trust Me Bro” Cryptography Is Not Enough. That Is Exactly Why Qastle Exists.
Krown Technologies defends its Qastle Wallet against accusations of superficial security, emphasizing its commitment to transparent, post-quantum cryptographic standards and true physical entropy.
Micron Stock Jumps 5% on Anthropic AI Deal Ahead of Earnings
Micron Technology shares rose 5% following a strategic partnership and investment in AI firm Anthropic ahead of its upcoming earnings report.
Intercontinental Exchange, OKX expand access to tokenized equities via joint venture co-chaired by former Gov. Cuomo
Intercontinental Exchange and OKX have formed a joint venture to provide regulated access to tokenized equities and futures markets.
Crypto's second U.S. lobbying front — tax policy — sees industry push on mining, staking
Major U.S. crypto advocacy groups are urging Congress to pass legislation allowing for deferred taxation on mining and staking rewards.
Bitcoin Weekly Liquidations 'Insane' as Price Passes $65,000 on Oil Weakness
Bitcoin climbed above $65,000 amid significant market liquidations and a decline in global oil prices.
Bitcoin price rebounds to $65K as oil falls, but US market data still blocks the all-clear
Bitcoin climbed back above $65,000 due to falling oil prices, though a strong dollar and high Treasury yields still hinder a full recovery.
Crypto industry groups urge Congress to pass tax staking and mining bill unchanged
Major cryptocurrency advocacy groups are lobbying Congress to pass the Tax Clarity for Mining and Staking Act without any legislative revisions.
Bitcoin treasury Strive’s shares jump as company’s holdings near 20,000 BTC
Strive shares rose 10% after the company announced its Bitcoin holdings reached nearly 20,000 BTC following a $50 million purchase.
Anchorage aims to bring banks onchain with new tokenized deposit platform
Anchorage Digital has launched a new platform enabling banks to issue tokenized deposits for 24/7 blockchain-based settlements without replacing existing core systems.
JD Vance Reveals 7 Iran Negotiation Bombshells, Bitcoin Reclaims $65,000 But Oil Falls
Bitcoin rebounded to $65,000 following JD Vance's claims regarding Iran's nuclear inspections, despite conflicting reports from Iranian officials.
Why Google search can be a crypto wallet risk
Search engine ads and SEO manipulation are increasingly used by scammers to trick crypto users into connecting wallets to fraudulent websites.
Pocket Network Foundation Co-Authors Ethereum Standard Enabling Decentralized Validation for AI Agents
Pocket Network Foundation has introduced ERC-8294, an Ethereum standard enabling decentralized, multi-operator validation for trustless AI agents.
Elon Musk-Led Twitter (X) Suffers Temporary Downtime
X (formerly Twitter) is experiencing global technical disruptions, causing widespread user reports of loading errors and platform instability.
ICE and OKX Form Joint Venture to Connect NYSE Infrastructure With 120 Million Crypto Users
Intercontinental Exchange and OKX are launching a joint venture to link traditional NYSE market infrastructure with a global crypto user base.
Bitcoin Price Rises Above $65,000 as ETF Outflows Slow, Iran Deal and Fed Pull in Opposite Directions
Bitcoin climbed above $65,000 as slowing ETF outflows and a U.S.-Iran peace deal countered hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve.
Enso Launches RWA App and Trading for 500 Tokenized Assets
Enso has launched an RWA platform providing access to over 500 tokenized assets, including stocks, ETFs, and Treasurys, through key industry partnerships.
Solana Hit a New Tokenization Record, But Why is Price Still Struggling Below $100?
Solana set a daily record for tokenized stock trading volume, yet the token's price remains under pressure amid declining active user addresses.
MoneyGram joins Solana as validator amid stablecoin payment push
MoneyGram has become a validator on the Solana blockchain to support its expanding strategy for stablecoin-based payment services.
Tokenized stocks as DeFi collateral arrive before the borrowing risk is settled
Venus Protocol has launched a test for using tokenized stocks as DeFi collateral, cautiously introducing them while keeping borrowing paused.
Fomo Raises $75M in Series B Round at $550M Valuation
Crypto social trading platform Fomo secured $75 million in a Series B round, achieving a $550 million valuation.
OKX and NYSE partner to bridge tradfi and crypto markets in joint venture led by Andrew Cuomo
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is leading a joint venture between OKX and ICE to bridge traditional finance with digital asset markets.
Colombia Has a New President: How Will De la Espriella Impact the Local Crypto Sector?
President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella plans to integrate blockchain into Colombian government infrastructure to improve transparency and public contracting efficiency.
Tom Lee says ‘best years for crypto remain ahead’ as Bitmine buys another 52,203 ETH
Bitmine Immersion Technologies has increased its ether treasury to 5.67 million tokens as Chairman Tom Lee expresses long-term optimism for the cryptocurrency market.
Tokenized RWA market cap rises 40% to top $51 billion as industry races to define equity tokenization model: Bernstein
The market capitalization of tokenized real-world assets has reached $51 billion, growing 40% year-to-date despite broader cryptocurrency market volatility.
Strategy Boosts USD Reserve to $1.4B, Buys $34.9M in Bitcoin
Strategy has acquired 520 Bitcoin for $34.9 million and increased its US dollar reserve to $1.4 billion using equity financing.
Strive (ASST) Buys 759 Bitcoin for $50 Million, Treasury Reaches 19,864 BTC
Strive, Inc. has acquired 759 bitcoin for approximately $50 million, bringing its total corporate treasury holdings to 19,864 BTC.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Buys 520 Bitcoin, Raises USD Reserve to $1.4 Billion
Strategy Inc. purchased 520 Bitcoin for $35 million and increased its USD reserve to $1.4 billion to support financial obligations.
Benchmark reiterates $570 target on Strategy after STRC selloff, says preferred stock is ‘not a stablecoin’
Benchmark maintains a $570 price target for Strategy, dismissing comparisons between its preferred stock and failed stablecoins following a recent selloff.
Bitmine added $92 million of ETH, with Tom Lee continuing to believe in 'crypto spring'
Bitmine acquired $92 million in Ethereum as Chairman Tom Lee maintains a long-term bullish outlook for the cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin mining network becoming more sensitive to price swings, JPMorgan says
JPMorgan reports that Bitcoin's hashrate and mining difficulty are increasingly reactive to price changes as more miners operate near breakeven levels.