Analysis
ETF
SEC delays decision on HBAR, Polkadot ETFs for additional review time
The SEC's decision delay on HBAR and Polkadot ETFs adds to a growing backlog, following landmark Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF approvals.
Stablecoins
PayPal and Coinbase deepen alliance to boost PYUSD adoption
The partnership aims to leverage stablecoins in cross-border payment solutions and decentralized finance applications.
Exchanges
Russia to launch national crypto exchange limited to high net-worth investors
Eligibility for the new platform will be restricted to investors classified as “highly qualified,” including individuals with holdings or incomes meeting rigorous standards.
Gaming
Ubisoft, Immutable to revive Might & Magic as a mobile TCG
Ubisoft and Immutable are reviving the Might and Magic fantasy franchise with blockchain-based, mobile strategy card game launch
Staking
Solana’s new policy champions community validators over internal reliance
Solana Foundation to cut support for long-standing validators, urging stronger community participation.
Analysis
Bitcoin poised for breakout as US Term Premium hits 12-Year high – StanChart
Standard Chartered believes Bitcoin is undervalued against systemic risks heightened by Fed uncertainty and could see a shift soon.
Politics
European Central Bank warns of ‘contagion’ stemming from Trump’s pro-crypto policies
The ECB warns that Trump's crypto policies could undermine EU monetary sovereignty by amplifying US-backed stablecoin presence.
Stablecoins
Dutch lender ING looking to launch euro stablecoin under EU’s MiCA framework
ING's move into stablecoins signals shift in European banking amid MiCA regulations.
Tokenization
MANTRA CEO initiates burn of 150M OM allocation, aims to bring total burn to 300M tokens
MANTRA token burn aims to counteract crash impact and restore community trust through strategic supply reduction and increased staking rewards.
Adoption
Upexi shares skyrocket over 600% after revealing Solana treasury strategy
Upexi's strategic pivot into digital assets reenergizes investor interest, highlighting Wall Street's growing appetite for crypto-integrated business models.
Payments
Circle unveils global payment network to revolutionize cross-border transactions
The new initiative includes collaborations with major financial institutions, including Standard Chartered, Deutsche Bank, Banco Santander, and Société Générale.
CBDCs
Kyrgyzstan moves toward digital currency with new CBDC legislation
Kyrgyzstan positions itself for digital transformation with strategic collaborations and untapped hydroelectric potential.