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Tether Launches New Platform to Drive Asset Tokenization for Institutions and Governments

Tether has launched Hadron, a new platform designed to support institutions, corporations, fund managers, and governments in tokenizing a wide range of assets, including stocks, bonds, stablecoins, and loyalty points.

16.11.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Which Blockchain Ecosystems Are Dominating in 2024?

As 2024 draws to a close, several blockchain ecosystems are standing out in terms of global traffic and investor interest.

14.11.2024 21:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

BlackRock Expands Tokenized Liquidity Fund to Multiple Blockchains

BlackRock’s BUIDL fund is expanding its reach to multiple blockchains, including Aptos, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism, and Polygon.

14.11.2024 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Deutsche Telekom Joins NEAR Blockchain to Enhance Decentralization and Network Security

Deutsche Telekom has made a significant step in the decentralized tech space by partnering with Meta Pool as part of the Enterprise Node Operator (ENO) program.

14.11.2024 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cardano Prepares Major Upgrades That Could Reshape Its Future

Excitement is building within the Cardano community as the highly anticipated Chang 2 hard fork arrives with two significant upgrades.

14.11.2024 11:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Blockchain Project Partners with Google Cloud to Strengthen Web3 Innovation

ZetaChain recently revealed a partnership with Google Cloud, aiming to advance Web3 development and drive the widespread adoption of universal applications, as outlined in a blog post.

13.11.2024 17:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Here’s How Vitalik Buterin Plans to Improve Ethereum’s Decentralization

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently discussed Ethereum’s progress and his vision for a more inclusive, scalable, and decentralized network.

13.11.2024 10:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Labs Backs Platform to Enhance Blockchain with Off-Chain Computation for dApps

Binance Labs, the investment branch of Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange, has made a key investment in Brevis, a platform focused on zk-coprocessors.

12.11.2024 10:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Relaxed Regulations Open Doors for Blockchain Innovation, Says a16z Crypto

Following Donald Trump’s re-election, a16z crypto is reassuring founders that the evolving regulatory landscape will bring greater clarity to the sector.

12.11.2024 10:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Edward Snowden Warns of Major Risks Facing Blockchain

At the Redacted conference hosted by Near in Bangkok, Edward Snowden, renowned privacy advocate and renowned whistleblower, shared his perspective on cryptocurrencies, AI, and the blockchain industry.

11.11.2024 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Here is What Sets Apart Solana From Ethereum and Other Competitors

Anatoly Yakovenko, the founder of Solana, recently shared insights on the blockchain’s unique position in the crypto ecosystem, focusing on its emphasis on scalability and decentralization.

10.11.2024 17:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Germany’s Central Bank Joins Global Push for Tokenized Finance

Germany’s central bank, Deutsche Bundesbank, has joined Singapore’s Project Guardian, a global initiative by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) aimed at modernizing financial markets through asset tokenization.

10.11.2024 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Project Launches Stablecoin Pilot Program in China and Hong Kong

Despite the ongoing cryptocurrency ban in China, the digital asset landscape in both the most populated country in the world and Hong Kong is expanding, with innovative solutions opening new avenues for crypto adoption in the region.

09.11.2024 14:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

BNB Chain Sees NFT Surge Despite Mixed Performance in Q3

In the third quarter of 2024, NFT trading volumes on the BNB Chain surged, seeing a 283% increase to an average of $600,400 per day, according to Messari’s analysis.

08.11.2024 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Terra Classic’s New Reverse Charge Tax System Proposed for Review

OrbitLabs has suggested a comprehensive review of Terra Classic’s proposed “Reverse Charge” tax system, designed to streamline tax processing on the blockchain.

08.11.2024 15:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Staking Could Make Ethereum ETFs More Competitive with Bitcoin

Staking could play a pivotal role in enhancing the appeal of U.S.-based Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to Tom Wan, a former crypto analyst at 21.co.

08.11.2024 17:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Shiba Inu Developer Proposes $2.35 Billion Blockchain Innovation Hub to Transform U.S. Economy

In a recent blog post, Shytoshi Kusama, the masked lead developer of SHIB, proposed the creation of a Strategic Hub for Innovation and Blockchain (S.H.I.B.) in a U.S. city, aimed at revolutionizing blockchain technology in the country.

06.11.2024 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Swift, UBS, and Chainlink Team Up to Revolutionize Tokenized Fund Settlements

In a significant move under Singapore’s Monetary Authority (MAS) Project Guardian, Swift, UBS Asset Management, and Chainlink have successfully completed a pilot for tokenized fund settlement.

05.11.2024 21:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cardano Unveils Key Update, Paving Way for Decentralized Governance Shift

Cardano has introduced “Cardano Node 10.11”, the first node from the core network capable of passing the Chang 2 intermediate hard fork, an important step towards full circuit management.

02.11.2024 21:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

UBS Unveils Tokenized Money Market Fund on Ethereum Blockchain

UBS has unveiled a groundbreaking tokenized money market fund, known as the UBS USD Money Market Investment Fund Token (uMINT), designed to bring digital finance into the institutional arena.

02.11.2024 14:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Society DAO Debuts to Boost Decentralization on TON

The Open Network (TON), linked to Telegram, has launched a new governance model called Society DAO, announced on November 1.

01.11.2024 21:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

TRON Partners with Chainlink to Strengthen DeFi Ecosystem

Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, has revealed that the company is now a participant in the Chainlink SCALE initiative.

31.10.2024 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

FDUSD Stablecoin Set to Launch on Solana (SOL)

First Digital Labs is set to launch its FDUSD stablecoin on the Solana blockchain in December 2024, enhancing global transaction speed and reducing costs.

31.10.2024 16:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Chainlink Unveils Major Upgrade to Enhance Flexibility and Scalability

At SmartCon 2024, Chainlink unveiled a significant upgrade to its platform, introducing a new modular architecture aimed at enhancing flexibility and usability for developers and businesses.

31.10.2024 13:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Project Announces Partnership With Top Asset Manager

As collaborations flourish in the cryptocurrency landscape, recent developments have emerged from the real-world asset (RWA) sector.

31.10.2024 12:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Tokenization of Real-World Assets Poised for $600 Billion Surge by 2030

Tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) is anticipated to experience significant growth, with estimates suggesting that assets under management (AUM) could surpass $600 billion by 2030.

30.10.2024 22:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Is Ethereum’s User Base About to Be Overtaken?

A recent analysis from CryptoQuant hints at a potential shakeup in the cryptocurrency landscape, as one network is poised to eclipse Ethereum (ETH) in user count by the end of this year.

29.10.2024 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

How Ethereum Aims to Simplify Its Blockchain for Users

Ethereum is grappling with the challenge of increasing data size, which complicates its code and storage requirements for users.

28.10.2024 9:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Here’s What You Should Know About the Launch of ShibaSwap 2.0

The Shiba Inu team has rolled out an upgraded version of their decentralized exchange (DEX), ShibaSwap 2.0, with promising new features aimed at enhancing functionality and user experience.

28.10.2024 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Chainlink Dominates ERC-20 Development Activity, Leaving Ethereum Behind

Chainlink (LINK) has emerged as the leading ERC-20 project in terms of development activity, as reported by crypto analytics platform Santiment.

27.10.2024 20:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

XRPL Reports Record Network Activity – What’s Behind the Surge?

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has reached a significant milestone in its Automated Market Maker (AMM) activity.

27.10.2024 16:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Transaction Fees on Solana Spike to All-Time High Amid DeFi Volume Surge

For nearly two weeks, Solana has led the way in daily trading volumes within the decentralized finance space.

26.10.2024 15:11 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Terra Luna Classic Community Unanimously Approves Key Proposal

The Terra Luna Classic community has taken a significant step by approving a proposal to eliminate forked mainline modules from its blockchain.

26.10.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Cardano’s Latest Integration Set to Enhance Cross-Chain Liquidity

A recent development in the altcoin space has emerged from Cardano, though it has not yet yielded the anticipated results.

25.10.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Layer-2 Networks Could Be Ethereum’s Ticket to a Major Price Rally

The conversation surrounding the effect of Ethereum’s layer-2 networks on the revenue generated by the Ethereum mainnet has been ongoing, with Sygnum Bank weighing in on the matter.

25.10.2024 16:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Blockchain Gaming Set to Soar, Anticipated Market Cap of Over $300 Billion

The GameFi sector is poised for significant expansion, projected to reach a market value of $301.5 billion by 2030, as reported by Nansen.

24.10.2024 21:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kraken to Launch its Own Blockchain in 2025

Kraken, one of the earliest cryptocurrency exchanges, is poised to debut its own blockchain network, called Ink, in 2025.

24.10.2024 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Base Enhances Decentralization with Upcoming Fault Proofs Launch

Base is set to launch permissionless fault proofs on October 30, a significant step towards decentralizing the network and reducing the control of any single entity.

24.10.2024 22:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Vietnam Unveils National Blockchain Strategy to Boost Innovation

Vietnam has officially unveiled its National Blockchain Strategy, as announced by the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) on October 23.

24.10.2024 10:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Vitalik Buterin Unveils “Verge” as a New Phase in Ethereum’s Development

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has shifted his focus from “Merge” and “Surge” to a new initiative called “Verge,” aimed at enhancing the network’s accessibility and security.

23.10.2024 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Buenos Aires Embraces Blockchain for Digital Identities

Buenos Aires is taking a significant step towards modern governance by implementing blockchain technology and zero-knowledge cryptography for digital identity issuance.

23.10.2024 15:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Private Equity Firm Unveils $1 Billion Tokenized Fund on XRP Ledger

Aurum Equity Partners, a private equity firm, has unveiled an ambitious $1 billion tokenized fund focused on both equity and debt, set to operate on the XRP Ledger, which is closely associated with Ripple.

23.10.2024 12:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Cardano Expands Ecosystem with Strategic Partnerships

Cardano is strengthening its position in the blockchain space through partnerships with major networks, including Polkadot, Algorand, Avalanche, Hedera, and Ripple.

22.10.2024 14:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

XRP Ledger Sees Surge in Active Wallets Amid Ripple’s Legal Battle

According to analytics platform Santiment, XRP Ledger has seen significant growth in active wallets.

21.10.2024 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Vitalik Buterin Shares His Vision for a Decentralized Ethereum

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, is actively discussing improvements to the blockchain’s Proof-of-Stake (PoS) system in his recent essay

21.10.2024 11:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

SunPump Fuels Tron’s Q3 Surge with Meme Coin Boom and Record Growth

Tron’s meme coin platform, SunPump, experienced a major boost in the third quarter, as detailed in Messari’s report.

18.10.2024 21:30 1 min. read

Singapore’s Biggest Bank Introduces Blockchain-Based Payment Services

In a significant step for the digital finance sector, Singapore’s largest bank, DBS, has launched blockchain-based banking services aimed at institutional clients.

18.10.2024 17:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Stellar Integrates Advanced Security Technology for User Protection

Blockaid, a company specializing in blockchain security, has integrated its Onchain Detection and Response (ODR) technology into the Stellar blockchain, initially targeting the Lobstr and Freighter wallet applications.

18.10.2024 10:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Stripe Eyes New Acquisition to Strengthen Stablecoin Payments

Stripe is exploring a potential acquisition of Bridge, a stablecoin payment platform, as it aims to strengthen its foothold in the stablecoin market.

17.10.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Blockchain and Crypto Pave the Way for a More Accessible Future in AI

The a16z report highlights the crypto sector’s pivotal role in tackling challenges within artificial intelligence (AI), particularly as AI development becomes increasingly costly and centralized.

17.10.2024 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ethereum (ETH) Validators Cross the One Million Milestone

The number of validators on Ethereum has surged over the past year, reflecting a significant uptick in institutional interest in cryptocurrencies.

17.10.2024 10:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Wall Street Now Focuses on Tokenization as BlackRock Leads $10 Trillion Initiative

A recent report from October 16 highlights Wall Street’s increasing interest in tokenization, driven by the benefits it offers for real-world assets (RWAs).

16.10.2024 20:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Here’s What to Expect from Cardano’s Upcoming Upgrade

Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, recently discussed a potential network upgrade following the launch of the Ouroboros Peras protocol.

16.10.2024 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Base Emerges as Leading Layer-2 Solution, Surpassing Competitors in Activity and Value

Base, the Ethereum layer-2 solution launched by Coinbase, has seen a significant increase in activity recently, aiming to establish itself as a leader in the Ethereum landscape.

14.10.2024 18:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Cardano Facilitates First Legally Binding Smart Contract in Argentina

Cardano has achieved a significant milestone by facilitating Argentina’s inaugural legally binding smart contract, which operates under local judicial authority.

10.10.2024 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Trump-Backed World Liberty Financial Proposes Aave Integration

World Liberty Financial, backed by Donald Trump, has proposed a governance model to operate on the Aave decentralized finance platform as an Aave v3 instance on Ethereum.

10.10.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Latin Neobank Littio Introduces Blockchain-Backed Yield Accounts for Savers

A South American neobank has announced a maor partnership to utilize Avalanche’s blockchain technology.

10.10.2024 7:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Alchemy Pay Teams Up with Samsung to Enhance Crypto Payments

In the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector, a notable partnership has emerged between Alchemy Pay and Samsung.

09.10.2024 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

European Central Bank Unveils Ambitious Blockchain Plan

The pace of financial innovation is accelerating in the Middle East and Europe as institutions leverage blockchain technology to enhance their markets.

08.10.2024 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Who Claims the Title of the Fastest Blockchain?

Recent developments in blockchain technology are drawing attention as a new contender emerges in the race for transaction speed.

08.10.2024 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov