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Institutions warm to ‘invisible DeFi’ as crypto-native yield platforms mature, Artemis report finds
According to a recent analysis by Artemis and Vaults, traditional investors are increasingly interested in decentralized finance platforms that offer seamless, blockchain-based inc...
Read Full Article →NYC officials bust Facebook-fueled crypto scam targeting Russian-speaking residents
Authorities in New York uncovered a fraudulent cryptocurrency operation linked to Facebook, which led to financial damages exceeding one million dollars and affected over three hun...
Read Full Article →Feds file to seize $225 million worth of crypto in historic US Secret Service bust
Authorities moved to confiscate digital assets valued at $225 million, marking a significant development in cybercrime enforcement involving numerous victims both domestically and...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin miner Bitdeer seeks to raise $330 million in third convertible notes offering
Bitdeer plans to secure substantial funding through its third convertible notes issuance, aiming to obtain between $320 million and $360 million based on investor participation lev...
Read Full Article →Paxos launches new startup to help institutions offer DeFi products
Paxos Labs has introduced a new venture aimed at enabling companies to develop stablecoins, provide decentralized finance yield opportunities, and efficiently oversee digital asset...
Read Full Article →Polygon co-founder spins off to launch independent zero-knowledge project ZisK
The launch of the new zero-knowledge project by Polygon’s co-founder may redirect investment and development focus, potentially influencing the financial dynamics within the blockc...
Read Full Article →Crypto in divorce: lawyer outlines common red flags spouse may be hiding assets as disputes grow
As disputes involving digital currencies increase in divorce cases, accurately identifying and appraising these assets poses significant challenges that can impact the fair divisio...
Read Full Article →Healthcare firm Prenetics, advised by Trump bitcoin advocate, adopts treasury strategy with $20 mill...
Prenetics, guided by an advisor known for promoting cryptocurrency to political figures, has allocated $20 million to Bitcoin as part of a new treasury approach, reflecting a strat...
Read Full Article →Solana Policy Institute, Phantom, Orca, and Superstate submit ‘compliant tokenized securities’ frame...
Several blockchain organizations have proposed regulatory guidelines to the SEC aimed at integrating traditional financial instruments into onchain environments while addressing sp...
Read Full Article →New spot altcoin ETFs could unlock compelling directional strategies, says K33
The introduction of new spot altcoin ETFs may provide investors with fresh opportunities for strategic positioning, while K33’s share issuance aims to support its goal of expanding...
Read Full Article →Hawkish Fed outlook, Israel-Iran tensions weigh on crypto as rebound hopes hinge on H2: analysts
Ongoing geopolitical conflicts combined with tight monetary policy are creating challenges for cryptocurrency markets, although a possible interest rate reduction later this year m...
Read Full Article →Bitwise CIO says world waking up to fiat ‘craziness,’ turning to bitcoin as digital hedge against de...
According to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, growing concerns about traditional currency stability are driving more investors to consider bitcoin as an alternative store of value.
Read Full Article →Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex seemingly exploited for over $80 million: ZachXBT
According to blockchain analyst ZachXBT, Nobitex experienced unauthorized activity resulting in a financial loss exceeding $80 million involving assets on Tron and various EVM-comp...
Read Full Article →Chinese e-commerce giant JD to apply for stablecoin licenses in major global markets, founder says
JD's pursuit of stablecoin licenses in key international regions could enhance the efficiency of global payments and facilitate smoother financial exchanges across borders.
Read Full Article →China’s central bank unveils e-CNY center to boost global reach, cites stablecoins’ impact on cross-...
The establishment of the e-CNY center aims to enhance the digital yuan’s role in global transactions, potentially influencing international financial systems by addressing the grow...
Read Full Article →BTC ecosystem service firm Antalpha posts 423% YoY net income growth in Q1
Antalpha’s substantial year-over-year net income increase in the first quarter reflects strong financial momentum shortly after raising $56.7 million through its IPO, which include...
Read Full Article →Ark Invest offloads $44.8 million worth of Circle shares one day after $51.7 million divestment
Ark Invest reduced its holdings in Circle by selling shares valued at approximately $44.8 million, following a previous divestment of around $51.7 million the day before.
Read Full Article →DTCC lists VanEck’s proposed spot SOL ETF on list of ‘active and pre-launch’ funds
The inclusion of VanEck’s spot SOL ETF on the DTCC’s active and pre-launch list suggests potential regulatory progress that could impact investor access and market liquidity in the...
Read Full Article →Strategy’s STRD offerings will ‘prove highly accretive’ to MSTR shareholders, TD Cowen says
Strategy’s recent accumulation of a substantial bitcoin reserve is expected to enhance shareholder value by potentially increasing the company’s overall financial returns and marke...
Read Full Article →Ethereum-based startup Fileverse unveils open source and private alternative to Google Sheets
The launch of dSheets by Fileverse introduces a new decentralized productivity tool, potentially attracting users interested in blockchain solutions and influencing investments wit...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Kraken-incubated Layer 2 Ink plots token launch and airdrop, Coinbase seeks greenlight fo...
A new Layer 2 solution developed by Kraken plans a token launch and distribution, while Coinbase pursues regulatory approval to offer tokenized stock trading, highlighting evolving...
Read Full Article →Kraken-incubated Ethereum Layer 2 plans to launch and airdrop new INK token, foundation says
The introduction of a new Ethereum Layer 2 solution accompanied by a limited distribution of up to one billion INK tokens, excluding governance rights, could impact token valuation...
Read Full Article →Avalanche transactions top 1 million amid ERC-404 minting frenzy
The surge in network activity and increased costs resulted primarily from arena.trade’s rapid minting system, significantly impacting Avalanche’s overall transaction volume and fin...
Read Full Article →From noodles to nodes: DayDayCook, an Asian food brand, to raise $528 million for bitcoin binge
DayDayCook plans to secure $528 million from investors including Animoca and QCP Capital to significantly increase its Bitcoin holdings and strengthen its financial portfolio.
Read Full Article →Coinbase seeks SEC greenlight for tokenized stocks to compete with Robinhood, Charles Schwab
Coinbase aims to enter the U.S. market for blockchain-based equities, potentially increasing competition among trading platforms and influencing the digital asset investment landsc...
Read Full Article →Crypto analytics firm TRM Labs says 99% of stablecoin activity in 2024 was ‘licit’
Stablecoins account for more than 60% of cryptocurrency transactions in 2024, reflecting a significant shift toward legitimate use and a decline in illicit activities within the ma...
Read Full Article →Fold secures $250 million equity purchase facility to expand BTC treasury
Fold’s recent $250 million equity purchase agreement aims to increase its substantial Bitcoin holdings, reinforcing its position as a major publicly traded company with a significa...
Read Full Article →Galaxy and Liquid Collective partner to offer Ethereum liquid staking to institutions
The collaboration enables institutional investors to access Ethereum liquid staking through over-the-counter services, potentially increasing liquidity and offering new avenues for...
Read Full Article →Thailand approves capital gains tax exemption for crypto transactions through 2029
Thailand’s decision to exclude profits from cryptocurrency trading via authorized platforms from personal income taxation until 2029 may encourage increased investment and activity...
Read Full Article →Gemini slams CFTC’s ‘toxic’ culture, fraudulent whistleblower evidence in new complaint
Gemini's recent fine settlement with the CFTC highlights ongoing regulatory challenges that may impact the exchange’s financial operations and raise concerns about the agency’s enf...
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