Everything else across crypto, blockchain, and digital assets. 443 stories curated by CryptoCatalyst.
The volume of tokenized stock transfers on blockchain platforms surged 415% in 30 days to $29.5 billion. Active addresses and holders more than doubled, signaling growing interest in tokenized equities.
Stellar's market for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) has grown over 400% this year, reaching nearly $4 billion. This surge reflects rising institutional interest in blockchain-based asset tokenization.
A $1.1 million hack on a crypto-linked debit card caused the neobank AVICI's token to drop 49% in 24 hours. The token hit a record low before partially recovering.
Charles Schwab is expanding its crypto trading platform to include Solana, Avalanche, and Chainlink, though no launch date has been announced. This move follows the brokerage's initial offering of Bitcoin and Ethereum trading in 2025.
BitGo is buying NYDIG's institutional trading division for $42.5 million, expanding its derivatives and financing services. This move allows NYDIG to focus on its energy and data-center business while BitGo strengthens its institutional offerings.
Ripple is updating the XRP Ledger to protect against quantum computing attacks, following recent advancements in quantum cryptography. Bitcoin and Ethereum have also announced plans to migrate to quantum-resistant technology. The industry is racing to prepare for 'Q-Day,' the point at which quantum computers can break current encryption.
The Bitwise Solana Staking ETF (BSOL) became the first Solana-based ETF to reach $1 billion in assets under management. This rapid growth highlights the increasing interest in Solana and staking-based investment products.
Solana's first network-wide vote to double its disinflation mechanism passed by a razor-thin margin after key validators from Kraken and Galaxy Digital switched sides. The change will reduce SOL's annual inflation rate from 3% to 1.5%.
Prediction markets are decentralized platforms where users bet on future events, creating real-time data on public sentiment. These markets are challenging traditional institutions by offering more accurate forecasts than polls or experts.
Virtu and Tradeweb successfully completed a repurchase agreement (repo) on the blockchain using the Marshall Islands' digital bond (USDM1) as collateral. The entire transaction took less than 10 minutes on the Canton Network, marking a significant milestone in institutional crypto adoption.
Clearing and custody firm RQD* has raised $74 million in a funding round led by Bain Capital. The company plans to use the capital to expand its digital asset and tokenization infrastructure, positioning itself for the growing institutional interest in tokenized markets.
Radar 50 is a new real-time signal engine covering 50 crypto markets, promising high accuracy. It aims to help traders make faster, data-driven decisions with live market insights.
Grayscale has launched a Zcash (ZEC) ETF, giving brokerage investors exposure to the privacy-focused cryptocurrency. The launch follows a critical privacy flaw in Zcash's code that was recently discovered and patched.
Crypto trading volumes have surged, doubling in just five days. This sudden increase comes as market activity picks up, with August already seeing $490 billion in trading volume. The last time we saw such a rapid rebound in trading activity was in early 2025, following a prolonged bear market.
LayerZero has introduced a new trading infrastructure for crypto and tokenized assets, backed by Citadel Securities. The ZRO token surged 20% following the announcement.
Solana is voting on proposals that could increase daily SOL token burns to $800,000 and slow new token creation. Two of the three proposals aim to reduce SOL supply growth by speeding up inflation decline and raising fee burns from about 650 SOL to as much as 9,000 SOL daily.
BounceBit is shutting down its blockchain and migrating to BNB Chain after a $3 million exploit. The attacker stole 286.5 million BB tokens from nine wallets, prompting the team to halt block production.
Zcash (ZEC) hit its highest price since 2018, nearing $850, as traders bet on a potential Grayscale ETF. The surge was fueled by nearly $10 billion in 24-hour futures volume, showing strong speculative interest.
Binance has introduced Agent OS, a platform that connects AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude to its exchange. Users can set up AI agents to trade crypto, though safeguards prevent direct access to funds. Users remain responsible for overseeing the agents' actions.
The Paul Ryan Foundation and Digital Asset are launching a pilot program to distribute state benefits using blockchain technology. The RISE program will combine and distribute benefits across three US states starting in 2027.
BitMart, a crypto exchange that announced its shutdown earlier this month, is now considering a partial restart and payouts to creditors. The exchange has hired White & Case as restructuring counsel, with a detailed plan expected by September 9.
Crypto analyst Ryan Watkins believes Solana (SOL) is poised for a significant recovery. He notes that retail investors and funds have largely given up on SOL, leaving only dedicated holders. This could set the stage for a strong comeback. The asset is one of three in a major index alongside Bitcoin (BTC) and another asset.
Crypto criminals are increasingly using AI to exploit vulnerabilities and hack IT firms. TRM Labs found a 40% rise in AI-powered crypto crimes over the past year. This trend highlights the growing sophistication of cybercriminals in the crypto space.
Solana has reduced its blockchain slot time to 350 milliseconds for the first time since the network's genesis. The change is part of a broader effort to cut network latency, with a long-term target of 200 milliseconds.