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CME Group is expanding into the $85 trillion digital assets market with new Nasdaq CME Crypto Index futures. The move comes as demand for crypto products surges, with trading volumes up 43% year-to-date.
Ripple is opening its threat intelligence database to other crypto firms to combat North Korean hacking attempts. This move aims to strengthen collective security in the crypto space.
Over 100 Ethereum core developers met in Svalbard to work on the Glamsterdam upgrade. This follows previous events like Berlinterop and Edelweiss, focusing on interoperability and protocol improvements.
Ethereum developers met in Norway to finalize plans for the Glamsterdam upgrade, setting a 200M gas limit floor. This change aims to improve network efficiency and reduce transaction costs for users.
Base Hub highlights three promising AI projects on the Base blockchain. OpenGradient has 13 new models and 2M+ verified inferences, while AntSeedAI has 100+ paying users and 336 services.
CME Group will introduce market-cap-weighted crypto index futures on June 8, covering Bitcoin and six other assets. This is the first such contract backed by Nasdaq, offering a new way to trade crypto derivatives.
Upshift has introduced a new vault platform that offers instant liquidity for real-world asset (RWA) holders using USDC. Liquidity providers (LPs) can earn redemption fees through this service. The platform aims to bridge the gap between RWA redemptions and liquidity, making the process more efficient for users.
JPMorgan significantly increased its exposure to Bitcoin ETFs in the first quarter, with a 174% rise in holdings of BlackRock’s IBIT. The bank also added positions in select Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana-linked funds, reflecting a broader institutional shift toward crypto assets.
Tether's financial crime unit has frozen $450 million in crypto linked to suspected illicit activities. This move highlights the growing scrutiny on stablecoin compliance and security in the crypto industry.
Despite real-world assets (RWAs) crossing $32 billion and JPMorgan filing for a new tokenized fund, Chris Kim of Axis argues the industry is overstating its progress. He highlights a critical liquidity gap in the market.
A Bitcoin owner claims AI assistant Claude helped recover access to a wallet containing $400,000 in BTC. The post has drawn millions of views on social media, sparking interest in AI's role in crypto recovery.
Investigative researcher ZachXBT alleges that insiders control 95% of the LAB token supply, citing hidden deals and private loans. The project, valued at $6 billion, faces scrutiny over potential market manipulation.
The Senate Banking Committee is debating amendments to the Clarity Act, a bill aimed at establishing a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. The vote could shape the future of crypto markets in the U.S. by providing clear guidelines for digital asset trading and custody.
Hyperliquid, a derivatives-focused blockchain, generated the highest fee revenue last week, outpacing major chains. This shift highlights the growing influence of specialized 'vertical chains' in the crypto ecosystem.
Coinbase will manage USDC liquidity on Hyperliquid, a fast-growing crypto trading platform. This move comes as DeFi trading volumes continue to rise, highlighting the growing demand for stablecoin liquidity.
Fasset, a Shariah-compliant neobank, has raised $51 million to expand its stablecoin-powered banking services across emerging markets. The funding highlights the growing trend of fintech startups leveraging blockchain for financial inclusion.
Glassnode now tracks IBIT options, offering a window into how institutions manage Bitcoin risk and hedging strategies. This data reveals new details about market sentiment and trading behavior.
The Ethereum Foundation has created a new Platform Team to improve the relationship between Ethereum's base layer (L1) and scaling solutions (L2s). This initiative aims to create a more cohesive ecosystem where all parts of Ethereum work together seamlessly, benefiting developers and users alike.
Turnkey has raised $12.5 million to develop and launch its Verifiable Cloud, a secure computing product for digital assets. The funding round was backed by Circle Ventures and Sequoia Capital, highlighting growing interest in secure digital asset solutions.
Charles Schwab, a brokerage giant with $11.77 trillion in assets, has launched a spot Bitcoin trading platform for U.S. retail clients. This move signals growing mainstream adoption of Bitcoin by traditional financial institutions.
A new $1 billion credit facility by Grove allows investors to redeem BlackRock's BUIDL and Janus Henderson's money market funds instantly in stablecoins, cutting settlement time from days to seconds. This move bridges traditional finance and crypto, making fund access faster and more flexible.
Kroll, managing the FTX/Alameda bankruptcy, is regularly unstaking and selling Solana (SOL) to repay creditors. This process is part of ongoing efforts to liquidate Alameda Research's assets.
LienFi is tokenizing U.S. property tax liens, allowing investors to participate in this traditional market on-chain. The project has caught the attention of crypto users, with some reporting significant gains.
Fidelity International has launched a tokenized liquidity fund on Chainlink, backed by Moody’s ratings and JPMorgan’s pricing data. This marks a significant step in bringing traditional finance products to the blockchain.