Vitalik Buterin Discusses Ethereum's Resilience in the Face of Temporary Finality Loss
Vitalik Buterin downplayed Ethereum’s recent brush with finality loss, saying temporary delays are fine if the wrong block is not finalized, and experts mostly agree.
Mubadala Capital in Abu Dhabi Innovates with Tokenized Access to Private Markets
Mubadala Capital teams up with Kaio to test tokenized access to private market strategies, signaling growing sovereign interest in onchain real-world assets.
SpaceX Shifts $95 Million in Bitcoin Holdings as Reports of 2026 IPO Plans Surface, According to Arkham
The transaction marks the ninth such transfer this year, likely to consolidate custody and upgrade from legacy bitcoin addresses.
Binance Co-CEO Yi He Faces WeChat Hack as Web2 Security Threats Increase for Crypto Executives
SlowMist’s Yu Xuan advised high-profile users to prune contacts, rotate passwords and act fast on alerts to reduce WeChat takeover risks.
Teachers Union Calls on Senate to Reject Proposed Cryptocurrency Market Structure Legislation
The AFT said the bill could expose working families to digital asset risks and set the stage for a future financial crisis.
Animoca and Solv Partner to Enable Japanese Bitcoin Companies in Yield Generation
Solv generates Bitcoin yield through lending markets, liquidity provisioning to automated market maker pools, and participation in structured staking programs.
Reviving the Excitement of Crypto Gaming: The Launch of Trump Billionaires Club This Month
The Trump Billionaires Club demo video on its website appears to feature a digital version of New York and show a player token using dice rolls to move around a
Strive Announces $500 Million At-the-Market Offering to Boost Bitcoin Acquisitions
Utilizing the ATM structure, Strive gains the flexibility to sell shares directly to the market at prevailing prices over a period.
Stripe Introduces Public Testnet for Its Innovative Stablecoin Blockchain Tempo
Public testnet for the Stripe-and-Paradigm-built payments blockchain is now live, featuring tools for developer onboarding and stablecoin testing.
Vivek Ramaswamy's Ambitious Plan to Raise $500 Million for Bitcoin Acquisition
Strive, co-founded in 2022 by American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, launched a $500 million preferred stock offering to acquire more Bitcoin and Bitcoin-related products.
Hong Kong Introduces Comprehensive Crypto Tax Consultation to Address Evasion Issues
Hong Kong has launched a public consultation on adopting the OECD’s crypto account tax data sharing program, CARF, and revising its tax reporting standards.
Innovative Blockchain Trial on Canton Network Explores Collateral Reuse Featuring Tokenized US Treasuries
The latest trial explored multiple stablecoins and showed tokenized US Treasurys can be reused instantly across counterparties on shared infrastructure.
Bitcoin Treasury XXI Experiences 20% Drop on NYSE Premiere Even as BTC Prices Climb
Twenty One wants to distinguish itself from pure bitcoin-holding firms by pushing into brokerage, credit, and other financial services.
Innovative ETF Proposal Targets Bitcoin Gains from After-Hours Trading Strategies
ETF analyst Eric Balchuas said there was a chance that such an investment vehicle “could put up better [returns]” based on BTC price moves after trading hours.
Ethereum Network Experiences 62% Decline in Transaction Fees: Will This Impact ETH Prices?
Ethereum’s base layer demand softened in November, but ETH’s underlying price supports and strong layer-2 growth show the network still has momentum despite a drop in fees and TVL.
Real Finance Raises $29 Million to Develop Institutional Infrastructure for Tokenized Asset Trading
Real Finance’s raise comes as tokenization accelerates and institutions push deeper into RWAs, including fast-growing money market funds.
Horizen Revamped as Layer 3 on Base: A Fresh Take on Vintage Privacy Initiative
Horizen, born from a 2017 project, aims to enable regulatory-compliant privacy as a 'practical option' on Base through its mainnet Layer 3.
Crown Prince of Malaysia Unveils Innovative Ringgit Stablecoin and Zetrix Treasury Initiative
Malaysia’s crown prince launched a stablecoin on Zetrix and a $121 million digital asset treasury modeled after MicroStrategy, despite sector bubble fears.
US Bank Regulator Approves National Banks to Enable Cryptocurrency Transactions
The guidance confirms that facilitating customer crypto trades falls within the “business of banking,” expanding the range of activities that national banks may offer under existing law.
CryptoUK Collaborates with The Digital Chamber as New Transatlantic Digital Asset Regulations Emerge
The Digital Chamber is expanding its global footprint through bringing CryptoUK under its crypto advocacy umbrella.
Luxor Launches New GPU Hardware Line to Empower Bitcoin Miners Transitioning to AI Technologies
The company is extending its procurement, logistics, and financing capabilities to help miners rapidly deploy accelerated compute capacity.
Securitize Welcomes Former PayPal Executive as Momentum Builds for Tokenization in the US
Securitize hires former PayPal executive Jerome Roche as it expands regulated tokenized securities for US investors and builds on fresh approvals in Europe.
PNC Bank Introduces Bitcoin Trading for Eligible Clients Through Integration with Coinbase
The move makes PNC the first major US bank to offer spot Bitcoin trading within its own digital platform, starting with private bank clients.
Bitwise Crypto Index Fund Transitions to NYSE Arca for Enhanced Trading Opportunities
Bitwise’s crypto index fund moves from OTC markets to NYSE Arca, marking another step in bringing diversified digital asset products onto regulated exchanges.
Octra Launches $20 Million Public Token Sale on Sonar with a $200 Million Valuation
Privacy-focused blockchain project Octra said the sale allocation could increase if demand is high. Any unsold tokens will be burned.
Bitcoin Hash Ribbons Signal Strong Buy at $90K: Is a Price Rebound on the Horizon for BTC?
Bitcoin miners offer a glimpse into potential BTC price upside to come as the historically accurate Hash Ribbons sent a buy signal.
Senator Lummis Expects Upcoming Markup of Cryptocurrency Market Structure Legislation Next Week
“Our staffs are exhausted,” said the Wyoming senator at the Blockchain Association Policy Summit on Tuesday, speaking on the progress of the crypto bill.
Circle Advances Toward a Privacy-Centric Stablecoin with Launch of USDCx Project
A new Circle–Aleo stablecoin project highlights the growing demand for privacy features as firms weigh blockchain use against the risks of transparency.
Circle Launches Privacy-Preserving Wrapped USDC on Aleo for Enhanced User Protection
Circle is piloting a version of its flagship USDC asset featuring native privacy protections and “configurable compliance” features.
Stripe and Paradigm Unveil Public Testnet for Tempo, Their Innovative Payment-Centric Blockchain
In October, the Ethereum-compatible Layer 1 said it raised $500 million in a Series A, valuing the company at $5 billion.
Polygon Launches Exciting Madhugiri Hard Fork, Targeting 33% Increase in Throughput
Polygon’s hard fork cuts consensus time to one second, supports Fusaka EIPs and lays the groundwork for stablecoin and RWA-focused scaling.
Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Predicts Cryptocurrency Growth of 10 to 20 Times in the Next Decade, Inspired by SEC Chair's $68 Trillion Onchain Forecast
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said crypto is positioned for 10–20x growth as tokenization, bitcoin, and stablecoins gain mainstream adoption.
Tether Expands Investment in AI by Supporting Italian Company Specializing in Humanoid Robots
The funding will support the development of humanoid robots for industrial use, aiming for “industrial scale performance.”
Tether Secures Approval from Abu Dhabi to Broaden USDT Adoption Across Nine Major Blockchain Networks
Licensed firms in Abu Dhabi Global Market can now conduct activities involving USDT on chains such as Aptos, Celo and Cosmos.
HashKey Ventures Initiates Hong Kong IPO with Ambitious Goal of Raising Up to $215 Million
HashKey plans to use a large portion of the proceeds for tech and infrastructure upgrades, market expansion and ecosystem partnerships.
How Panic Wallets Could Defend Against Wrench Attacks: The Next Physical Security Debate in Crypto
Jameson Lopp’s wrench attack data shows physical assaults on crypto holders surging in 2025, forcing a reckoning over whether self‑custody is worth the physical risk.
Paradigm Reveals Concerns Over Double-Counting in Polymarket Trading Figures
Paradigm researchers found that major analytics dashboards are double-counting Polymarket’s trading volume due to redundant blockchain events.
Prediction Markets Rise as a Thriving Speculative Arena for Cryptocurrency Traders
Prediction markets offer traders more upside than holding the underlying spot crypto, but AI bots and accounts with a 100% win rate raise suspicions of insider trading.
Argentina Considers Allowing Traditional Banks to Engage in Cryptocurrency Trading, According to New Report
Argentina’s central bank is reportedly considering whether to allow traditional financial institutions to offer crypto services, marking the potential lifting of a ban.
Bitcoin Sees Increased Interest as Professional Traders Remain Cautious About Rallying Past $92K
Bitcoin's rejection at the short-term range highs is caused by macroeconomic uncertainty, liquidations and stagnant spot ETF flows. Will clearer signals from the US economy boost BTC volumes?
CFTC Pilot Program Paves the Way for Using Cryptocurrency as Collateral in Derivative Markets
The pilot program allows futures commission merchants to accept Bitcoin, Ether and USDC for margin collateral, provided strict reporting criteria are followed.
OCC Leader States No Reason to Treat Banks and Cryptocurrency Differently
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s Jonathan Gould says crypto companies should have a path to supervision in the banking system, which can evolve to embrace blockchain.
SEC Concludes Biden Administration Investigation into Ondo Finance's Tokenized Equity Platform
Launched in 2023, the SEC probe into Ondo’s tokenized RWAs and ONDO token ended without charges, signaling a regulatory reset for onchain assets.
Strategic Bitcoin Holdings Reach Over 660,000 BTC Following New $962 Million Acquisition
Michael Saylor said that he pitched Bitcoin as “digital capital” to wealth funds and banks, calling it the foundation for a new yield-bearing credit asset class.
Vitalik Buterin Advocates for a Trustless Gas Futures Market to Mitigate Ethereum Fees, igniting Feasibility Debate
Researchers and builders shared doubts over whether Buterin's idea for a trustless onchain gas futures market could function effectively.
CFTC Approves Use of Ethereum, Bitcoin, and USDC as Collateral in Derivatives Markets
The move builds on a CFTC initiative in September expanding the use of tokenized collateral, particularly stablecoins, in derivatives markets.
Exciting Launch of Innovative DePIN Protocol Featuring Zero-Knowledge Proof Processing Marketplace
Brevis has launched ProverNet, a ZK-proof marketplace where provers can earn by computing proofs and apps can buy proving capacity.
Saylor Proposes Innovative Bitcoin-Backed Banking System to Revolutionize National Economies
Speaking in Abu Dhabi, the Strategy CEO said nations could use Bitcoin reserves and tokenized credit markets to offer regulated accounts with higher yields.
Tether Participates in $80 Million Funding Round to Support Development of Italian Humanoid Robots Designed for High-Risk Industrial Tasks
The deal deepens Tether’s push into AI and robotics, following recent investments in brain-computer interfaces and GPU infrastructure.
Ripple Achieves Major Milestone in Singapore: Exploring the New Opportunities of Its Expanded License
Singapore’s MAS has widened Ripple’s MPI license scope, enabling regulated token services, end-to-end payments and major growth across Asia-Pacific.
CoreWeave Announces Strategic $2 Billion Note Offering to Enhance AI Business Growth While Minimizing Shareholder Dilution
CoreWeave plans a $2 billion convertible note offering as it scales AI infrastructure, following a yearlong pursuit of Core Scientific for added power capacity.
Bitfinex-Backed Layer 1 Blockchain Stable Launches Mainnet and Native Token Leveraging Tether’s USDT for Gas Fees
The project also launched the Stable Foundation — a new independent organization set up to shepherd the Stable blockchain.
StableChain Unveils Mainnet Featuring USDT Gas Fees and a New Governance Token
The USDT-powered network launches with support from Bitfinex, Hack VC, Tether executives and other investors following a $28 million seed round.
SEC Concludes Biden-Era Investigation into Ondo Finance, No Charges Filed According to Firm Statement
The resolution comes as U.S. policymakers reassess digital asset regulation and begin formally evaluating tokenized securities.
BlackRock Expands Offerings with New SEC Filing for Staked Ethereum ETF
BlackRock is seeking the Securities and Exchange Commission's sign-off for a staked Ethereum exchange-traded fund.
Oobit, the Tether-Backed Payments Startup, Launches Operations in the US Market
The tap-to-pay payments firm is partnering with B2B2C turnkey provider Bakkt to operate across all 50 states.
BlackRock Seeks Approval for Innovative Staked Ether Exchange-Traded Fund Listing
The fund, if approved by the SEC, would give BlackRock investors indirect exposure to staked Ether — one of the industry’s first following the 2024 approval of spot Ether ETFs.
Ripple Executive Advocates for a Solana-Inspired Approach to Boost XRP Competitiveness
Luke Judges highlights how XRP Ledger’s tech and developer tools could take cues from Solana to stay competitive among layer-1 networks.
Circle Collaborates with Bybit to Boost USDC Adoption Beyond Coinbase Ecosystem
Bybit will increase USDC’s presence across its ecosystem by boosting liquidity in spot and derivatives markets.
HYPE Token Treasury Unveils Bold $30 Million Stock Repurchase Program for Hyperliquid Strategies
Hyperliquid Strategies, which filed for a $1 billion shelf registration in October to fund its HYPE treasury, approved a stock repurchase program.
The Ultimate Guide to Hassle-Free and Secure Crypto Gifting This Christmas 2025
Discover safe ways to give crypto in 2025. Learn about gift cards, exchanges, hardware wallets and essential security and tax guidance.
Tether's USDt Receives Major Regulatory Approval in Abu Dhabi
ADGM’s recognition of USDT as an accepted fiat-referenced token lets licensed companies offer regulated custody, marking a step for stablecoins in the UAE.
Yearn Finance Unveils $9 Million yETH Exploit Details, Achieves Partial Recovery, and Shares Comprehensive Remediation Strategy
DeFi protocol Yearn Finance has detailed how a multi-phase numerical bug and unsafe math enabled an exploiters steal rought $9 million in assets.
Philippines Leading Digital Bank Expands Offerings with Exciting New Crypto Services
The digital bank now offers BTC, ETH, SOL and more via a secure app integration with US fintech firm Alpaca.
Ethereum's Pioneering ZK-Rollup ZKsync Lite Set for Retirement in 2026
ZKsync says the first Ethereum zero-knowledge rollup blockchain will have an “orderly sunset” next year, as it has served its purpose.
Exploring the Importance of Decentralization in the Future of Secure Messaging
Decentralized messengers shift security beyond encryption by reducing metadata, limiting data requests and preparing for post-quantum threats.
Farcaster Repositions Strategy to Prioritize Wallet Service Instead of Social App, Highlighting Promising Growth Opportunities
In its 4.5-year run, Farcaster failed to find a sustainable growth mechanic in the social app, co-founder Dan Romero said.
Coinbase Resumes Operations in India with App Relaunch After Two-Year Break, According to Reports
Indian users can currently trade only between cryptocurrencies, with a full fiat on-ramp expected in 2026, TechCrunch reported.
Vitalik Buterin Proposes Gas Futures on Ethereum to Mitigate Fee Volatility
Vitalik Buterin has proposed something akin to prediction markets but for gas fees to give Ethereum users a way to guard against future network fee volatility.
Bittensor Halving Approaches: Grayscale Predicts Surge in TAO Price Next Week
By reducing token emissions, the halving is poised to be a positive catalyst for TAO price, a Grayscale analyst said.
ZKsync Announces Plans to Sunset ZKsync Lite in 2026, Marking the End of Ethereum's First ZK Rollup
ZKsync plans to consolidate its focus on systems built with the ZK Stack, Prividiums, and the broader ZKsync network after sunsetting ZKsync Lite.
Bitcoin Cash Soars Nearly 40% to Claim Title of Best Performing Layer 1 Cryptocurrency of the Year
Bitcoin Cash has outpaced every major L1 in 2025, boosted by clean supply dynamics and renewed investor demand.
Bittensor's First Four-Year Cycle Marks a Key Maturation Milestone in the Crypto Landscape
Bittensor’s first token halving is scheduled for Dec. 14, reducing TAO issuance by half as the AI-focused network adopts a Bitcoin-style fixed supply model.
WisdomTree Launches Innovative Tokenized Fund to Enhance Options Income Strategy on Blockchain
The asset manager’s EPXC fund tokenizes a cash-secured put-writing strategy, signaling deeper integration between traditional market products and blockchain.
Aztec Network Secures Over $60 Million in ETH Through Innovative Community-Focused Token Sale and New Auction Model
Privacy-focused Ethereum L2 Aztec's token sale was the first public test of the Continuous Clearing Auction mechanism developed jointly with Uniswap Labs.
BPCE, Leading French Bank, Set to Introduce In-App Cryptocurrency Trading Feature
BPCE will let millions of customers buy and sell BTC, ETH, SOL and USDC directly inside its banking apps.
Impending Ether Supply Shortage as Exchange Reserves Reach Lowest Levels Since 2015
Ether exchange balances dropped to a decade low of 8.7% as more ETH moved into staking and custody, setting up a potential supply squeeze.
Western Union Explores Inflation-Resistant Stable Cards to Enhance Its Stablecoin Strategy
Western Union will roll out a “stable card” for high-inflation economies and issue its own coin as part of a multi-pillar stablecoin and digital asset strategy.
Significance of CFTC Approval for Spot Trading of Bitcoin and Ethereum in the Financial Market
Gold has popped 4,000% following CFTC's approval in the 1970s, leaving Bitcoin and Ethereum with a similar scaling setup.
European SEC Proposal Raises Licensing Issues and Highlights Institutional Aspirations
Legal experts are concerned that transforming ESMA into the “European SEC” may hinder the licensing of crypto and fintech in the region.
Ethereum Experiences 25% Drop in Validation After Fusaka as Prysm Bug Threatens Finality Stability
A 25% dip in Ethereum’s voting participation coincided with a bug in the Prysm consensus client shortly after the Fusaka upgrade, with the network just 9% away from losing finality.
Sybil Wallets Disrupt Solana WET Presale, Prompting HumidiFi to Redefine Launch Strategy
Bubblemaps CEO Nick Vaiman said Sybil attacks are increasing across presales and airdrops, calling on teams to use KYC or algorithmic detection.
Mugafi Leverages AI Technology and Partners with Avalanche to Revolutionize Entertainment IP through Tokenization
The collaboration aims to bring more than 1,000 entertainment properties onchain and establish a new framework for funding and distributing media as real-world assets.
Bitcoin Market Cycle Faces Challenges Amid Weakness in Mining Sector
Bitcoin miners face record margin pressure as proxy stocks sink, Kalshi lands $1B funding and Ether derivatives volumes overtake Bitcoin on CME.
Mastering Market Movements: How Pro Investors Combine Strategic DCA with Rules-Based Crypto Purchases
Pros don’t “ape the dip” on gut feel; they predefine their allocation, let rules-based systems do the buying and use DCA-style flows as part of a disciplined, data-driven execution plan.
The Journey from DOGE to Bitcoin: Discovering How Fiat Funds Unintentionally Enlightened Elon Musk on Cryptocurrency
Elon Musk’s viral comments on Bitcoin’s intrinsic ties to energy and physics signal a changing attitude toward Bitcoin from Tesla’s founder.
Exploring the Potential Shift of Bitcoin to a Two-Year Market Cycle
ProCap BTC’s Jeff Park reveals how institutional flows and ETFs could shorten Bitcoin’s market cycle — with major implications heading into 2026
EU Explores Consolidation of Crypto Regulations Amid IMF Warnings on Stablecoin Risks: Global Express Insight
The IMF and South Africa’s central bank are still concerned about stablecoins, while in the US, spot crypto products can now be traded on futures markets.
ZachXBT Reveals British Cybercriminal Linked to $243 Million Genesis Creditor Theft is Likely Arrested
A British hacker tied to the $243 million Genesis creditor theft has possibly been arrested in Dubai, according to onchain sleuth ZachXBT.
Lawyer Highlights Three Key Issues Delaying the Crypto Market Structure Bill Amid Uncertain Future for Price Increases
Senate negotiators are struggling to finalize a bill as disputes over stablecoin yield, conflicts of interest, and DeFi slow progress.
Polish Lawmakers Unable to Overturn Presidential Veto on Controversial Cryptocurrency Legislation
Poland’s parliament upheld a veto on the Crypto-Asset Market Act, delaying EU-aligned regulation and deepening divisions over security and innovation.
Strive Calls on MSCI to Allow Market Forces to Determine the Future of Bitcoin Treasury Companies
Strive said the proposal could lead to uneven results worldwide because companies report Bitcoin differently under various accounting rules.
WisdomTree Launches Industry-First Ethereum Staking Fund Featuring Lido’s stETH
WisdomTree introduced an Ethereum-based fund in Europe that earns staking rewards using the decentralized Lido protocol.
Former Signature Bank Executives Unveil Innovative Blockchain-Powered Banking Platform N3XT
Signature Bank founder Scott Shay has created N3XT, a bank aiming to provide instant 24-hour payments on a private blockchain.
Solana and Coinbase Collaborate to Enhance Connectivity Through Chainlink Technology
Base launched a Chainlink-secured bridge to Solana, enabling crosschain asset transfers between the Ethereum layer-2 and the Solana blockchain.
IMF Sounds Alarm on Risks of Stablecoins in Undermining Central Bank Authority and Promoting Currency Substitution
The IMF warned that stablecoins could speed up currency substitution in countries with weak monetary systems.
Meta Stock Soars Following Reports of Potential 30% Reduction in Metaverse Budget
Meta is reportedly cooling on the metaverse with planned 30% cuts in its virtual reality research department, Reality Labs, which shareholders seemingly support.
Deutsche Börse Collaborates with Kraken to Transform and Unite Digital Markets
Kraken and Deutsche Börse plan to connect foreign exchange, tokenized stocks and Eurex derivatives in a phased rollout targeting institutional clients.
Digital Asset Secures New Funding to Accelerate Adoption of Canton Network
Digital Asset said the roughly $50 million in funding from BNY, iCapital, Nasdaq and S&P Global will help scale the Canton Network as institutions warm to onchain tokenization.
Exploring Seed-Phrase-Free Crypto Wallets: A Path to Widespread Self-Custody According to Expert Insights
A new wave of self-custodial smart accounts aims to eliminate seed phrases, introduce card-based spending and remove the fear of losing access to crypto forever.
Portal to Bitcoin Secures $25 Million Funding and Unveils Innovative Atomic OTC Trading Desk
Portal to Bitcoin raised $25 million and launched an HTLC-based atomic OTC desk aimed at enabling trustless, crosschain large trade settlement.
Argentine Energy Giant Considers Implementing Cryptocurrency Payments for Fuel Transactions
Argentina’s state oil company, YPF, is reportedly exploring crypto payments at its fuel stations as adoption of digital assets rises, following the recent rollout of US dollar transactions.
Ether Surges Ahead of Bitcoin’s Trend Shift: Could ETH Be Poised for a 20% Rally?
ETH outperformed Bitcoin in terms of spot ETF flows and short-term returns. Technical charts suggest traders are positioning for a 20% upmove.
TON Treasury Initiates $420.69 Million Meme Shelf Registration to Fund Token Investments and Enhance Telegram AI Ecosystem
AlphaTON will expand its investments in TON tokens, the Telegram mini app ecosystem, and the recently launched Cocoon AI network.
CNBC Partners with Kalshi to Integrate Real-Time Prediction Data into Financial Reporting
Kalshi will provide real-time prediction data across CNBC’s TV, digital and subscription platforms beginning in 2026 as part of a mult-year partnership.
Binance.US Ex-CEO Unveils Innovative Stablecoin Platform in Preparation for New Layer 1 Network Launch
After securing $20 million in seed funding for the project in January, Brian Shroder announced a step toward 1Money’s planned stablecoin network.
Chinese Bank Connected to Hua Xia Launches $600 Million Yuan Bond Tokenization Initiative
The bond was auctioned off to holders of the digital yuan, a central bank digital currency (CBDC) developed by the Chinese government.
Aave Enhances CoW Integration with MEV-Protected Swaps and Innovative Intent-Based Flash Loans
The collaboration introduces the first flash loan product built for intent-based infrastructure, enabling more programmable liquidity uses.
Tokenization Debate Uncovers Divergent Views on Decentralization Between Traditional Finance and Crypto at SEC Panel Meeting
As tokenization gains momentum, Wall Street and crypto executives revealed some potential rifts on how the SEC should regulate it.
SEC Approves High-Performance SUI ETF Following Crypto Leverage Collapse
The SEC approved a 2x leveraged ETF tied to SUI as regulators warn that excessive leverage continues to amplify volatility across crypto markets.
Researchers Discover Critical Android Chip Vulnerability That Could Allow Complete Device Takeover and Threaten Smartphone Web3 Wallets to Physical Attacks
The vulnerability requires physical access, but underscores risks for users who store private keys on their smartphones.
Coinbase's Ethereum Layer 2 Network Base Launches Bridge Connecting to Solana
Popular Ethereum Layer 2 Base will now support Solana-based assets natively, and enable the export of Base assets onto Solana.
Ethereum Perpetual Futures DEX Lighter Expands Its Offerings with New Spot Trading Features
Lighter also recently rolled out equities perp trading, starting with COIN and HOOD, and expanded foreign exchange offerings.
Pepe Memecoin Website Breached, Exposing Users to Malware Threats According to Blockaid
The website of the Pepe memecoin has been hit with a front-end attack, and users are encouraged to stay clear of the website.
Solmate Expands Horizons Beyond SOL Treasury Model Through Strategic Acquisition of RockawayX
The deal would fold RockawayX’s infrastructure, liquidity and asset-management businesses into Solmate, widening revenue streams for the SOL-focused treasury company.
CFTC’s Pham Declares Arrival of Regulated Crypto Spot Trading Marking a New Era for the Industry
Bitnomial has become the first exchange to list CFTC regulator-approved spot cryptocurrency products, the agency announced.
New Insights from EigenPhi Show a Decline in Sandwich Attacks on Ethereum
Exclusive data shows that MEV attacks hit hundreds of traders on Ethereum each month and continue to result in millions in losses.
Kraken and Deutsche Börse Forge Strategic Partnership to Integrate Traditional and Digital Financial Markets
Kraken and Deutsche Börse Group announced a collaboration to create a two-way bridge between traditional market infrastructure and crypto-native platforms.
CZ's YZi Expands Prediction Market Involvement Amidst Opinion's Rise to 40% Market Share
The YZi Labs-backed “Opinion” prediction market logged $1.5 billion in weekly volume just weeks after launch, outpacing Kalshi and Polymarket as prediction markets boom.
Bitcoin Policy Institute Advocates for Samourai Pardon as Support Grows Beyond 3,200 Signatures
A Washington think tank and prominent Bitcoiners say jailing the Samourai Wallet developers for an “unlicensed money transmitter” conspiracy criminalizes non-custodial code.
Citadel Sparks Controversy by Calling for SEC Regulation of DeFi Tokenized Stocks
Citadel Securities argued that DeFi platforms offering tokenized US stocks should be regulated under securities laws and not get exemptive relief from the SEC.
Ledger Warns of Vulnerability in Widely Used Chip for Solana Phones Exposed to Unpreventable Attacks
Ledger says it was able to gain “full and absolute control” over a smartphone by using electromagnetic pulses to take over its chip.
Solana Mobile Set to Launch Native Token in January
Solana Mobile says its SKR token, tied to its Seeker phone, will launch early next year, with a total supply of 10 billion tokens.
3iQ Launches $100 Million Fund Aimed at Compounding Returns Through Bitcoin Investments
Further and 3iQ have launched a $100 million market-neutral crypto hedge fund for institutions, including a Bitcoin share class that reinvests gains in BTC.
Cayman Islands Web3 Foundations Experience 70% Growth Amid New CARF Reporting Regulations
Cayman foundation registrations increase by 70% year-on-year as DAOs seek legal wrappers, with CARF rules set to arrive in 2026.
Georgia Explores Onchain Property Rights and Tokenization Through Partnership with Hedera
Georgia explores putting its public registry on the Hedera blockchain and tokenizing real estate through blockchain-integrated government infrastructure.
Crypto Market Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Weak US Economic Indicators and AI-Related Concerns
Cryptocurrencies show strength despite investors’ concerns about the AI industry and weak US labor and consumer data. Would an acceleration of money printing boost Bitcoin?
Fusaka Launches as Ethereum Approaches Seamless User Experience
How Ethereum's new PeerDAS feature slashes fees, boosts data capacity and paves the way for lightning-fast user experiences on the network.
Bitfinex-Backed Layer 1 Stablecoin Reveals Tokenomics and Prepares for Mainnet Launch Next Week
With a total supply of 100 billion, the token is designed to support the network's governance and security.
Fin Secures $17 Million in Funding for Innovative Stablecoin Payments App Developed by Former Citadel Team
Fin, founded by two former Citadel engineers, raised capital to launch a stablecoin app for cross-border payments as banks and fintechs expand into digital assets.
Leading Banks Test Stablecoin and Crypto-Trading Initiatives in Collaboration with Coinbase, According to Armstrong
At the DealBook Summit, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink acknowledged Bitcoin’s utility, as Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong said the exchange is running pilots with major US banks.
Fanatics Teams Up with Crypto.com to Launch Exciting New Prediction Market for Sports Apparel Fans
Like Polymarket and Kalshi, Fanatics Markets will let users trade contracts across sports, finance, economics, and politics.
Binance Launches Junior App Sparking Controversy Over Children's Access to Cryptocurrency
Binance’s new Junior app aims to bring supervised crypto use to minors, prompting both praise for early education and criticism of child targeting.
Franklin Templeton Introduces New Solana ETF, Enhancing Crypto Investment Options on Wall Street
Asset management firm Franklin Templeton debuted its Solana exchange-traded fund, adding to its list of crypto-related investment products.
Solana Mobile Announces Exciting Launch of SKR Token Scheduled for January
The SKR token, native to Solana mobile ecosystem, is designed to power control, economics, incentives, and ownership.
ETHZilla Acquires Stake in Karus to Revolutionize Auto-Loan Portfolios with AI Tokenization
The deal grants ETHZilla access to Karus’s AI underwriting engine and loan origination network, positioning the crypto treasury company to offer auto credit onchain in 2026.
Polymarket Launches US App for Waitlisted Users Following CFTC Approval
Select users in the US will be among the first to access the predictions platform to bet on sports event contracts, following clearance from a financial regulator for a relaunch.
Binance Elevates Co-Founder Yi He to Co-CEO Position Alongside Richard Teng
Yi He will lead the company alongside previous solo CEO Richard Teng, the exec announced during Binance Blockchain Week.
CleanSpark Increases Production and Power Efficiency Amid Challenges for Bitcoin Miners
November production rose 11% and contracted power topped 1.4 GW, even as falling bitcoin prices and tighter margins pressure the mining sector.
Axis Secures $5 Million in Funding from Galaxy Ventures to Launch Innovative Onchain Yield Protocol for USD, Bitcoin, and Gold
Axis said it has also deployed $100 million in private capital through its closed beta to stress-test its delta-neutral arbitrage engine.
Miners Power Down: Exploring the Struggles of New Equipment to Achieve Profitability
Miner margins are collapsing as hash price hits record lows. This guide explains 2025 economics, break-even tests and what struggling operators can do.
Taiwan Plans Launch of Stablecoin by 2026 Amid Advancements in Cryptocurrency Legislation, According to Report
A Taiwan-issued stablecoin pegged to either the country’s dollar or the US dollar could enter the market in the second half of 2026 based on related legislation.
Harvard Alumni Launch Ostium Securing $24 Million to Expand Onchain Perpetuals for Real-World Assets
RWA-focused protocol Ostium has raised $24 million to scale its decentralized perpetuals exchange beyond U.S. markets.
Astria Network, Built on Celestia, Shuts Down Shared Sequencer Network Following Successful $18 Million Funding Round
The Astria Network was “intentionally halted” at block number 15,360,577, according to the team and blockchain data on Monday.
Unlimit Joins the Stablecoin Infrastructure Competition with Innovative Decentralized Clearing House Solution
The new platform lands amid a wave of fintech adoption of stablecoins for global transfers, payouts and onchain settlement.
Major Crypto Industry Hires, Transitions, and Departures in November 2025: A Comprehensive Overview of 35 Significant Changes
Crypto hiring centered on senior product, legal and BD roles across companies with promotions at a16z, Blockchain.com and the CFTC.
Kraken Acquires Backed Finance to Enhance Tokenization Strategy Before Upcoming IPO
Kraken has acquired Backed Finance, the tokenized-asset issuer behind its xStocks products, as the exchange pushes deeper into RWAs.
CME Introduces Bitcoin Volatility Index in Response to Growing Institutional Interest in Cryptocurrency Trading
CME has rolled out new crypto benchmarks, including a Bitcoin volatility index designed to sharpen risk pricing across futures and options markets.
An In-Depth Analysis of Strategy's Bitcoin Plan and Factors Influencing Future Sales
A clear look at Strategy’s Bitcoin model, the conditions that could trigger sales and how to understand future updates within the proper context.
Sony Bank Set to Unveil New US Stablecoin Tailored for Gaming and Anime Industries, According to Report
Sony Bank's upcoming stablecoin is designed to be mainly used by U.S. customers of Sony's games and anime content.
World's Most Advanced Humanoid Robot Set to Launch in Europe This June
“It should be the best robot on the market,” David Reger says. “I’m super excited to show something ... which will actually beat all the other humanoids on this planet.”
Ethereum's Dominance in the Stablecoin Market Soars as USDC and USDT Generate $850 Billion in Trading Volume
As speculative assets face significant headwinds, Ethereum's stablecoin ecosystem continues to demonstrate resilience and utility.
DeepSeek Gains Nationwide Adoption in China as Government-Endorsed Solution
Government bodies nationwide have been eager to show they are using DeepSeek’s A.I. technology since the company’s founder met with Xi Jinping, China’s leader.
EOS Rebrands as Vaulta to Embrace Web3 Banking and Unveils Plans for New Token Launch
EOS, the public blockchain launched in 2018 to take on Ethereum, has rebranded to Vaulta as it pivots to “web3 banking.”
Germany's Massive Military Build-Up: How Hundreds of Billions in Defense Spending Will Enhance Its Readiness Against Russia
A massive budget increase will pay for armored vehicles, ships and satellites—and people.
From Crypto Mining to Wall Street Leader: The Transformation of CoreWeave into an AI Powerhouse
CoreWeave, which provides computing power for A.I., was founded by three Bitcoin enthusiasts. The company is now set to make the first prominent A.I. initial public offering.
AI Crypto Bot AIXBT Suffers $100,000 Loss in ETH Due to Unauthorized Dashboard Access by Hacker
The maintainer of AIXBT's social media account said the attacker gained access to the bot's “simulation wallet” through malicious prompting.
GLIF Protocol Introduces New Token with 94 Million GLF Airdrop and Expands Beyond Filecoin ecosystem
The GLF token launch comes as GLIF moves beyond Filecoin, with plans to support additional decentralized physical infrastructure networks.
Trump Announces Authorization of Coal Use for Energy Production Expansion
Trump Says He's Authorizing Use Of Coal For Energy Production Authored by Aldgra Fredly via The Epoch Times, President Donald Trump said on Monday that he was authorizing his administration
Congo's Export Ban Sends Cobalt Prices Soaring, Disrupting Supply Chains for Key Battery Metal
EV-Critical Battery Metal Cobalt Soars As Congo's Export Ban Disrupts Supply Chains The Democratic Republic of Congo's four-month suspension of cobalt exports has driven up prices of the critical metal,
SoftBank Invests in the Future of AI-Driven Content Creation Through OpusClip Initiative
OpusClip’s latest investment round exemplifies how investors are betting on the AI transformation as we witness a complete reinvention of how digital content is created.
Understanding Hemispheric Defense Strategies During the Trump Administration
Making Sense Of Hemispheric Defense In Trump Era President Trump's worldview is for greater coordination of national and hemispheric defense across the Americas, hence the push for stronger economic integration
"Navigating the AI Integration Crisis: Insights from a Special Operator on the Tactical Frontlines"
The AI Integration Crisis: A Special Operator's View From The Tactical Edge Authored by Richard Byno via RealClearDefense, The humid air of the South China Sea clung to my skin
"Intel’s Stock Skyrockets Following Lip-Bu Tan’s Appointment as CEO: Navigating Challenges Ahead"
With a permanent CEO, Intel now has some stability. But turning around the design and manufacturing businesses won’t be easy.
"Adobe Struggles to Keep Up in the AI Race: Disappointing Earnings Forecast Deepens Stock Decline"
Adobe Systems Inc. shares fell in after-hours trading Wednesday after disappointing quarterly earnings guidance, amid criticism on Wall Street that the software company is not yet monetizing artificial intelligence.
"Nvidia's Stock Rally: Uncovering the Surprising Factor Behind Its Potential Full Recovery"
While Wall Street may be worried about the sustainability of AI spending, a BofA analyst thinks gross margins are more crucial to the stock trajectory.
"HYPE Plummets 8.5% After $4 Million Loss in HLP Vault Triggered by Hyperliquid Whale Liquidation"
Hyperliquid said there had been no exploit or hack of the protocol, but its liquidation engine could not handle the size of the position.
"Quantum Stocks Soar Back After Breakthrough 'Supremacy' Announcement Ignites Investor Confidence"
Quantum stocks spiked after D-Wave said its quantum machines can outperform classical tech, helping the industry rebound after recent skepticism.
"Securitize Partners with RedStone as First Oracle to Enhance On-Chain Fund Management for Apollo, BlackRock, and More"
Integrating an oracle would make it easier to bridge Apollo, BlackRock, Hamilton Lane and KKR's onchain funds into DeFi.
"Binance Partners with Abu Dhabi's MGX in Groundbreaking $2 Billion Investment to Shape the Future of Crypto"
The financing MGX's first investment into a crypto and blockchain firm, with MGX also acquiring a minority stake in Binance.
SEC Postpones Decisions on Dogecoin, XRP, and Other ETF Filings Pending Paul Atkins’ Confirmation
The SEC delayed taking the next steps on several filings this week, but experts say this is 'no surprise' until the new chair is in place.