Seventeen years ago, on October 31, 2008, Satoshi Nakamoto released the Bitcoin Whitepaper. This nine-page document laid out the foundation for a decentralized digital currency, revolutionizing how we think about money and freedom. What started as a small project has grown into a global financial movement. Today, Bitcoin is used worldwide, transforming industries and empowering …
Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) claims that FTX was never insolvent. When FTX filed for bankruptcy, the $8 billion in customer assets remained on the platform. Almost all customers have been or will be repaid between 119% and 143% of what they lost. Around 98% of creditors have already received 120%. After covering $8 billion in claims …
Starting October 31, Bybit will stop accepting new user registrations from Japan to comply with local regulatory guidelines aimed at protecting investors. Existing Japanese users can continue using the platform for now, but further restrictions may be introduced in the future. Bybit has faced warnings from Japan’s Financial Services Agency in 2021 and 2023 for …
Avalon Labs has introduced an AI-powered blockchain marketplace for real-world assets (RWAs) along with the AI-MaaS concept. They rolled out a Reinforcement Learning model on the BNB Chain and launched CRT, a new token standard granting legal commercial rights. Backed by YZi Labs and Framework Ventures, this project aims to revolutionize asset management by combining …
IQ and Frax have launched KRWQ, the first stablecoin pegged to the South Korean won on the Base network. KRWQ is designed to provide a stable digital asset that mirrors the value of the Korean won, making transactions smoother within the crypto space. It supports multi-blockchain transfers using LayerZero technology and is built with regulatory …
Bank Indonesia is launching a stablecoin backed by government bonds and tied to its digital rupiah CBDC. This move aims to strengthen the country’s digital financial system by providing a secure and stable digital currency. The bond backing offers a trustworthy guarantee of value, helping to boost confidence among users. This initiative marks a key …
YZi Labs has made its first AI software investment by leading an $11 million seed round in VideoTutor, an innovative educational platform. Founded by 20-year-old entrepreneur Kai Zhao, VideoTutor uses AI to turn any question into personalized, animated lessons. The platform already serves over 20,000 users globally and aims to make high-quality tutoring affordable and …
Fidelity has updated its S-1 filing for its spot Solana ETF by removing the “delaying amendment” that previously gave the SEC control over the registration timing. This means the ETF can become automatically effective after 20 days, speeding up the approval process. Following Bitwise’s lead, this move signals growing momentum for Solana ETFs, paving the …
The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by 25 basis points to support the economy amid slowing growth. The move is expected to make borrowing cheaper for consumers and businesses, boosting spending and investment. Officials noted that inflation has eased slightly but remains a concern. The central bank signaled it will monitor data closely before …
Grayscale has launched its Solana Trust ETF (GSOL) on NYSE Arca, offering investors direct exposure to Solana along with staking rewards. This ETF is one of the first in the U.S. to combine spot holdings with staking features, providing a unique way to earn income while holding Solana. As a major crypto asset, Solana’s ETF …
World Liberty Financial announced it will distribute 8.4 million WLFI tokens to early adopters of its USD1 stablecoin across partner exchanges. The rewards are part of its USD1 Points Program, which has generated over $500 million in volume in just two months. The company aims to boost engagement and liquidity for USD1 trading pairs while …
An early Ethereum ICO participant has finally moved 1,500 ETH worth $6 million to the Kraken exchange after nearly 8 years of inactivity. This investor originally bought 20,000 ETH during the ICO for about $6,220. The remaining 18,500 ETH they hold are now valued at over $80 million, representing a massive 12,971x return. This move …
BitMine Immersion Technologies added 27,316 ETH worth $113 million to its treasury this week, increasing its total Ethereum holdings to $13.3 billion. This makes BitMine the largest ETH treasury globally and the second largest crypto treasury overall. The company, led by Tom Lee, aims to accumulate 5% of Ethereum’s total supply. BitMine is supported by …
Circle has launched the public testnet for Arc, a Layer-1 blockchain designed to bring real-world financial activities onchain. Major firms like BlackRock, Visa, HSBC, AWS, and Anthropic are participating. Arc features USD-based fees, sub-second settlement, and optional privacy controls. Circle plans to decentralize Arc gradually by opening validator roles and governance to the community, aiming …
Trump Media’s Truth Social is launching “Truth Predict,” the world’s first social media prediction market platform in exclusive partnership with Crypto.com. Users can trade contracts on events like politics, economics, and sports, converting in-app rewards called Truth gems into Crypto.com’s CRO token. Beta testing is coming soon, followed by a full U.S. launch and plans …
Japan’s payments leader TIS is launching a blockchain platform built on Avalanche’s enterprise tool, AvaCloud, to support the issuance and settlement of stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and digital assets. The multi-token platform complies with Japan’s Payment Services Act and aims to serve banks, businesses, and government agencies. This initiative marks a significant step toward modernizing Japan’s …
PayPal has joined forces with OpenAI to become the first integrated payments wallet within ChatGPT, with the launch planned for 2026. Leveraging OpenAI’s Agentic Commerce Protocol (ACP) and Instant Checkout, PayPal users can securely shop and pay directly through the platform. Merchants linked with PayPal will have their products featured across diverse categories like fashion, …
US Congressman Ro Khanna plans to introduce a bill that bans the President, Vice President, members of Congress, and their families from owning, trading, or creating cryptocurrencies. The move aims to stop conflicts of interest and increase trust in government by keeping personal crypto investments separate from official duties. The legislation also targets foreign crypto …
Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs kept their upward momentum on October 27, drawing a combined $283 million in net inflows. Bitcoin ETFs led with $149 million, marking their third consecutive day of gains. Ethereum ETFs followed with $134 million in positive flows, with all nine funds recording no outflows. The steady inflows highlight growing market …
Trump-linked American Bitcoin Corp, co-founded by Eric and Donald Trump Jr., just acquired 1,414 Bitcoins valued at $163 million, boosting its total holdings to 3,865 BTC worth nearly $445 million. Formed in March after a merger with Hut 8’s mining assets, American Bitcoin listed on Nasdaq in September. The company combines mining with direct buys, …
Strategy acquired 390 BTC for approximately $43.4 million, at an average price of $111,053 per bitcoin, achieving a strong 26% yield in 2025 year-to-date. As of October 26, 2025, the company holds a total of 640,808 BTC purchased for around $47.44 billion, with an average cost of $74,032 per bitcoin. This reflects MicroStrategy’s continued confidence …
The BNB Foundation completed its 33rd quarterly burn, destroying 1,441,281.413 BNB tokens valued at about $1.66 billion at the time. This burn reduces the total circulating supply to 137,738,379.26 BNB, steadily moving closer to the ultimate goal of 100 million tokens. The quarterly burn is part of BNB’s ongoing deflationary strategy to enhance token scarcity …
Mt. Gox delays Bitcoin repayments again, extending the deadline to October 2026. This gives creditors more time to complete necessary steps as some face delays. Most early repayments are done, but approximately 34,000 BTC still awaits distribution. The extension aims to ensure fair repayment without rushing the process. This marks the third delay since the …
JPYC Inc has launched Japan’s first yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, and its dedicated platform for issuing and redeeming tokens, JPYC EX. The stablecoin is secured 1:1 with Japanese yen and backed by bank deposits and government bonds, offering strong reliability. Users can access JPYC on Avalanche, Ethereum, and Polygon blockchains, making it versatile for digital payments. …
Binance founder CZ announced Kyrgyzstan has created a national cryptocurrency reserve featuring BNB. The Central Asian nation launched its national stablecoin on BNB Chain with a CBDC ready for government use. As advisor to Kyrgyzstan’s National Crypto Council, CZ recommended Bitcoin and BNB as core assets, using the country’s hydroelectric power for green mining. Binance …
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) ramped up its stablecoin rollout by minting 300 million USD1 tokens today. The move boosts WLFI’s USD1 supply, reflecting rising demand for dollar-backed digital assets across crypto markets and decentralized finance. WLFI, a fintech outfit with Trump family ties, positions USD1 for fast, transparent payments and global blockchain integration. The fresh …
Rumble has partnered with Tether to introduce Bitcoin tipping for creators, set to launch between early and mid-December. CEO Chris Pavlovski confirmed the feature is currently in testing, while Tether’s Paolo Ardoino said it will roll out fully once final design and user experience updates are complete. The feature will allow Rumble’s 51 million monthly …
Aster, a Binance-backed DEX, plans to use 70-80% of its Season 3 fee revenue for repurchasing ASTER tokens. The exact buyback percentage will be set based on market conditions and revealed at the season’s end. Future airdrop and buyback details will be shared once finalized. This flexible approach aims to strengthen the token’s value and …
The Uniswap Foundation has granted up to $9 million to Brevis to develop a trustless Router Rebate program that offers gas fee rebates for routers using Uniswap v4 hooked pools. This program uses Brevis’s zero-knowledge Data Coprocessor and Pico zkVM to calculate and verify rebates off-chain securely and transparently, without centralized tracking. The initiative aims …
US inflation increased to 3% in September, slightly lower than the expected 3.1% and up from 2.9% in August. While prices for food and tariff-affected goods contributed to the rise, inflation growth remains steady but slower than forecasted. This softened inflation rate offers some relief as the economy continues navigating price pressures, signaling a cautiously …