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Rho Markets returns online with no funds lost after $8M Oracle issue
22.7.2024
The MEV bot responsible for profiting nearly $8 million in stablecoins returned the funds but wanted the Rho Markets team to admit it was not a hack or exploit
Bitrue Ventures launches Web3-focused $40M investment fund
19.7.2024
Bitrue Ventures’ new fund aims to support Web3 startups with up to $200,000 in investment, offering extensive industry resources
21Shares launches Injective ETP with staking on Euronext
18.7.2024
INJ takes a spot among the largest cryptos with a financial product exposing it to traditional investors
TON Foundation to Launch Bitcoin Bridge on The Open Network
18.7.2024
The TON Foundation has announced the upcoming launch of TON Teleport BTC, a bridge designed to facilitate trustless and secure transfers of bitcoin to and from The Open Network (TON). This initiative aims to expand bitcoin’s utility by enabling its use in decentralized finance (defi)...
BitGo integrates Stacks for Bitcoin rewards, following institutional Bitcoin demand
18.7.2024
The integration comes due to growing institutional demand for Bitcoin, according to Stacks’ ecosystem investor lead
Ethereum ETFs Could Drive Prices to New Highs, Says Bitwise CIO
17.7.2024
Ethereum prices are poised to reach new all-time highs, according to Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise. Hougan’s analysis suggests that the introduction of spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will significantly impact ether prices, potentially driving them above $5,000...
New risk assessment guidelines for DeFi protocols unveiled
17.7.2024
The EEA’s new guidelines aim to establish a standard for mitigating risks in DeFi protocols, which will benefit regulators, developers and users alike
New risk assessment guidelines for DeFi protocols unveiled
17.7.2024
The EEA’s new guidelines aim to establish a standard for mitigating risks in DeFi protocols, which will benefit regulators, developers and users alike
Consumers find more use cases onchain, devs face challenges: Solana Foundation
15.7.2024
Decentralized finance is becoming more things to more people. That’s not easy to do
Usual Money Launches Usual USD on Public Mainnet; TVL Reaches $90M
14.7.2024
A project called Usual Money has officially unveiled its public mainnet, launching the usual usd (USD0) stablecoin. This initiative seeks to provide a decentralized alternative to traditional fiat-backed stablecoins. Usual Money Debuts USD0 Stablecoin and USD0++ Liquid Bond According to...
Three-Quarters of Jurisdictions Partially or Not Compliant with VASP Sector Recommendation, Says FATF
13.7.2024
Three-quarters of the jurisdictions surveyed by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) “are only partially or not compliant” with the anti-money laundering recommendation for the virtual assets sector. According to the latest FATF update, 60% (88 jurisdictions) have decided to permit...
Coinbase Launches New Wallet Web App to Streamline Onchain Activity
11.7.2024
San Francisco crypto firm Coinbase has introduced a new web application for its wallet, designed to provide users with a unified platform for managing onchain assets. The application aims to simplify the experience for users by offering a comprehensive view of their crypto holdings across various...
Uniswap cites Chevron in another urge for SEC to drop bid to rule over DeFi
10.7.2024
Uniswap Labs argues the SEC’s proposed legal amendments to give it power over DeFi are being made against “a legal backdrop that no longer exists.”
Blackrock’s BUIDL Fund Reaches $500M Milestone; Tokenized Treasuries Tap $1.8B
9.7.2024
According to the latest data, Blackrock’s BUIDL fund on Securitize has surpassed $500 million, becoming the first tokenized money market fund to reach this milestone. This achievement coincides with the value of tokenized U.S. Treasuries reaching $1.81 billion. Half Billion Milestone...
Intimidating Wallet Interfaces Hinder Adoption of Defi Lending Protocols, Says Crypto Veteran
6.7.2024
Decentralized finance (defi) has improved efficiency, inclusivity, and performance in consumer lending, but poor user experience remains a significant barrier to adoption, according to Thor Abbasi, co-founder of Zivoe. Abbasi argues that as long as wallet interfaces seem “unintuitive”...
Crypto startup launches tokenized US Treasury bonds on Bitcoin layer-2s
4.7.2024
The new tokenized assets offer the stability of the Bitcoin network with admirable yield
RWA Startup Hamilton Tokenizes US Treasury Bills on Bitcoin L2 Solutions
4.7.2024
Hamilton has announced the tokenization of U.S. Treasury bills on Bitcoin’s layer two (L2) platforms, stating that it marks a significant advancement in bridging traditional finance with Bitcoin’s decentralized finance (defi) sector. The move aims to enhance financial accessibility...
$207 Million Invested in AI, Crypto and Blockchain Startups in 96 Hours
4.7.2024
Based on data from the past four days, 14 distinct artificial intelligence (AI), cryptocurrency and blockchain startups and projects secured approximately $207.28 million in investor funding. The leading entity for July is Sentient, an open-source AI platform, which garnered $85 million from...
Consensys Acquires Wallet Guard to Enhance Metamask Security
3.7.2024
Consensys has announced its acquisition of Wallet Guard, a browser extension focused on protecting digital assets from theft and fraud. This move aims to integrate Wallet Guard’s security features into Metamask. Metamask to Boost Security Following Consensys’ Wallet Guard Acquisition...
The Definitive Guide to Tapioca DAO: Part Two
1.7.2024
This piece is the second half of a guest post by Emiri, published originally on Blocmates. Read Part One here. Blocmates is an invaluable crypto news and educational resource that offers clarity in the often complicated and jargon-filled crypto space. Blocmates is especially adept at covering...