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Former Coinbase executive Klaus Michaelson has announced a new crypto project. The details are scarce, but the move signals a potential shift in the industry's leadership landscape.
A user on X claims to have discovered a $100 million exploit in a major crypto project. The exploit allegedly involves a smart contract vulnerability, but details are still emerging.
Wall Street firm Jefferies forecasts a surge in crypto and blockchain IPOs, potentially creating a $1 trillion market. This shift reflects growing institutional interest in real-world financial infrastructure over speculative trading.
A major central bank project found that tokenizing assets could make international payments faster and more secure. The project will now test real-value transactions using tokenized central bank money and bank deposits on blockchain networks.
Andreessen Horowitz predicts tokenized assets could grow 100 times by 2030. Companies like Securitize and Ondo Finance are leading this race, with major partners like BlackRock and the NYSE.
A prominent crypto influencer shared a link on X without explanation. The post has sparked speculation in the crypto community. The destination of the link is currently unknown.
Ranger's initial coin offering (ICO) is now live, running from January 6–10. This could boost MetaDAO's trading volumes and revenue, potentially revitalizing the platform.
The real-world asset (RWA) market has hit $51 billion, with tokenized private credit driving much of the growth. Figure leads the sector with $18 billion in tokenized assets, according to Bernstein Research.
Ondo Finance, a tokenized real-world assets firm, announced the sudden death of its founder Nathan Allman. Ian De Bode, the company's longtime president, will step in as the new CEO. This leadership change comes at a critical time for the firm as it continues to expand its offerings in the crypto market.
Hyperliquid has introduced HIP-4, a new product allowing traders to bet on macroeconomic events like inflation and interest rates. Unlike competitors, it uses validators instead of external dispute resolution for settlements.
NEAR Protocol's price has jumped 15% due to surging activity on its cross-chain product, NEAR Intents, which has processed $19 billion in volume and generated $32 million in fees. This growth highlights the increasing demand for cross-chain solutions in the crypto market.
SolRouter AI has partnered with Solana Pay to enhance transaction efficiency. This integration aims to streamline payments using Solana's blockchain technology.
Prometheum argues that broker-dealers and registered investment advisors (RIAs) are crucial for bringing tokenized securities to mainstream finance. The company believes distribution, not tokenization, is the biggest hurdle for digital assets.
Hyperliquid is expanding beyond crypto into pre-IPO markets and prediction contracts, offering 24/7 trading. This puts traditional exchanges on notice, according to a new report by FalconX.
A new malware campaign called 'TrapDoor' is stealing cryptocurrency by hijacking popular AI coding assistants. The attack injects hidden instructions into developer tools, potentially affecting many in the crypto space.
Artificial intelligence is speeding up the timeline for quantum computing to break current cryptographic protections. Security experts are calling for a rethink of digital security to prepare for this looming threat. The urgency is growing as AI advances could shorten the timeframe for quantum attacks.
SpaceX has chosen a prominent crypto billionaire to lead its first crewed mission to Mars. The billionaire, known for their work in blockchain, will oversee the historic journey slated for 2028. This marks a significant intersection of space exploration and crypto wealth.
NEAR Protocol's price has jumped 50% in a week, fueled by AI token momentum and network upgrades. Investors are eyeing a potential $5 price target as bullish sentiment grows.
A hacker who exploited the Verus bridge returned 75% of the stolen funds, totaling $8.5 million, after the protocol offered a bounty. This recovery deal highlights how some hackers negotiate with projects to return stolen assets.
India has forced crypto prediction market Polymarket to shut down, and regulators may target Kalshi next. This crackdown could impact global users of these platforms. Prediction markets let people bet on future events using real money, and India's actions could disrupt this growing sector.
Near Protocol will introduce dynamic resharding in June, allowing its blockchain to automatically scale with demand. The NEAR token has surged 20% in the past week as investors anticipate the upgrade.
The crypto industry is taking steps to address potential security threats from quantum computing. Experts warn that future quantum computers could break current encryption methods, prompting proactive measures to safeguard digital assets.
Payward, the parent company of Kraken, has received preliminary approval from Dubai's VARA, paving the way for regulated crypto services in the UAE. This marks a significant step in Kraken's global expansion strategy.
SolRouter, a privacy-focused AI inference project, claims its cryptographic privacy is stronger than Venice's. The project uses proof-based privacy rather than trust-based systems. This could impact users looking for secure AI interactions.