Stablecoins
Crypto
Institutional demand and rising ETP flows signal Bitcoin breakout – VanEck
VanEck also highlighted a strengthening correlation between ETP flows and Bitcoin's price movements.
Crypto
BlackRock eyes crypto derivatives market with BUIDL as collateral
The move could boost significantly the nearly $550 million market cap presented by BUIDL, the largest tokenized US treasuries fund.
DeFi
Fed official touts DeFi as ally, not rival, to traditional finance
Christopher J. Waller highlighted that DeFi tackles challenges presented by intermediaries, such as excessive costs and necessity of trust.
Staking
Nearly 70% of institutional investors commit to Ethereum staking – survey
Reputation, security, and liquidity emerge were key factors for institutional investors when selecting staking platforms.
Hacks
FBI arrests man for SEC social media hack over fake Bitcoin ETF approval post
The man allegedly performed a SIM swap attack using a fake ID card at a cell phone provider store, gaining access to SEC's social media.
Crypto
Jump Trading accused of pump-and-dump scheme in DIO token lawsuit
The market maker allegedly dumped the DIO token and bought it back, profiting from FractureLabs' efforts to raise funds.
Crypto
DeFi protocol Radiant Capital loses $48 million in second exploit this year
Hackers managed to gain control of the platform's Pool Provider contract, transferring ownership to a malicious contract.
Crypto
Crypto could solve some of AI’s most pressing challenges – a16z
As AI faces issues such as centralization, shrinking trust, and IP protection, blockchain infrastructures present potential solutions.
Crypto
Canary Capital files S-1 application for first spot Litecoin ETF in the US
Although a spot Solana ETF filing could be seen as asset managers betting on Trump, LTC is fundamentally different.
Crypto
Bitcoin’s latest rally indicates investors primed for surge toward $80K before elections – Bitwise CIO
Hougan said Bitcoin's latest rally following Harris' comments shows that even the slightest hint of regulatory clarity will spur investor optimism.
Regulation
Coinbase files motion for partial summary judgment against SEC over internal document delays
The exchange seeks a partial summary judgment on the documents' release before its lawsuit against the SEC goes to trial.
Crypto
Bitcoin poised for more upside after breaking $63,000 – Bitfinex
Despite last week's woes, the market showed resilience, pushing Bitcoin to break critical resistance levels.
