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.
Bitcoin Dips Below $90K at US Market Open as Two-Week Exchange Outflows Approach 35,000 BTC
Bitcoin failed to successfully retest the yearly open after US sell-side pressure reentered to start the week, keeping volatility firmly in control.
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.
Daily Update: Robinhood's Ambitious Expansion Plans, BlackRock Files for Staked Ethereum ETF, Major Bitcoin Purchase by Strategy Since July, and More Highlights
The following article is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.
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.