SEC sued over crypto regulation authority
Crypto group and digital asset firm challenge SEC’s authority in Texas lawsuit.
SEC’s crypto enforcement lawyer joins private law firm
Former SEC attorney Ladan Stewart transitions to White & Case, a firm known for defending crypto companies.
Circle ends USDC support on TRON network
USDC halts TRON support, aligning with Circle’s IPO plans.
MetaMask boosts security with Blockaid’s privacy module
MetaMask partners with Blockaid to enhance security for over 30 million users.
Ether hits US$3,000, investors eyes on possible ETF approval
Ethereum’s native token, Ether, briefly surged to US$3,000 for the first time in 22 months before retracing.
STRK trading begins amidst massive airdrop event
Starknet distributes 728 million STRK tokens, with initial trading volatility.
Bored Ape creator Yuga Labs buys Moonbirds’ Proof
Yuga Labs is expected to feature the Moonbirds collection in its Otherside metaverse.
Worldcoin’s WLD token hits record high as users surpass 1 mln
Worldcoin’s record surge comes on the back of OpenAI’s new text-to-video tool, Sora.
Animoca brings 3 crypto wallets onto its Mocaverse network
Animoca Brands announces partnerships with OKX Wallet, Crypto.com DeFi Wallet, and Halo Wallet, elevating the user experience in the Mocaverse network.
Aptos joins the Web3 phone business after Solana’s success
New cryptophone by Aptos and Jambo priced at US$99 targets customers in Africa, Southeast Asia and Latin America.
US Treasury: crypto’s role in Hamas funding minor
“Terrorists” still prefer to use traditional finance products, according to U.S. Treasury’s Brian Nelson.
Web3 in Asia grows as Klaytn and Finschia announce merger
Both layer-1 chains are backed by major Asian internet companies.
Bitcoin returns to the US$1 trillion club
Bitcoin’s current market value is greater than the world’s eighth largest company.
US inflation snaps Bitcoin’s winning streak
Bitcoin’s value dips following a hotter-than-expected U.S. CPI report but weekly momentum stays in green.
Binance founder’s court date pushed back to April 30
Zhao has pleaded guilty to money laundering charges in November.
ERC-404 frenzy drives Ethereum gas to eight-month peak
The rise of ERC-404 tokens brings a new dimension to the Ethereum blockchain, blending the characteristics of ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokens.
First ERC-404 passes US$32,000
ERC-404 is a new Ethereum token standard for semi-fungible tokens.
Ethereum staking hits milestone: over 25% of supply now locked
Despite the Shapella upgrade allowing withdrawals, Ethereum’s proof-of-stake transition continues to attract validators, with over 30 million Ether staked.
Montenegro court overturns extradition of Terra founder Do Kwon
International tug of war over Kwon’s fate takes a new turn with Montenegro court’s reversal on extradition.
Jack Dorsey’s BlueSky now open for all
BlueSky, the decentralized social media platform by Jack Dorsey, opens its doors to the public.
SocialFi’s next big hit? Friendzone set to launch on Polygon
Friendzone is poised to challenge traditional social media models with its blockchain-powered SocialFi application on the Polygon network.
South Korean crypto criminals to face life sentence
Crypto criminals with more than US$3.76 billion in profits may face life in South Korea.
Unlicensed crypto exchanges face shutdown in Hong Kong
Only two exchanges are licensed to provide crypto trading services to Hong Kong’s retail sector so far.
Solana logs back in after a five-hour outage, SOL rebounds
Solana, a blockchain that has been plagued with outages in the past, had its first network interruption in almost a year.
Monero sinks as Binance announces delisting
Privacy coins face a setback as Binance removes Monero, impacting its market price.
Tether, Solana’s Yakovenko back Oobit with US$25 mln funding
Industry giants Tether and Yakovenko invest in Oobit’s $25M funding round.
Genesis proposes US$1.6 bln asset sale amid bankruptcy
Genesis, in bankruptcy, seeks court approval to sell Bitcoin and Ether trust assets worth US$1.6 billion.
OPNX exchange to cease operations
OPNX, founded by Su Zhu, ceases operations due to FTX estate’s recovery claims.
Bybit eyes Hong Kong license: crypto expansion plans
Crypto derivatives exchange Bybit seeks to enter Hong Kong’s market with a new license application.
Celsius Network’s US$3 bln repayment begins
Celsius Network starts repaying $3 billion to creditors, marking a step towards resolving its bankruptcy.
USDT issuer Tether pockets US$2.85 bln in profits in Q4 2023
Tether reports a record US$2.85 billion profit last quarter as its USDT soars towards US$100 billion market cap
FTX expects to repay customers, no exchange relaunch
FTX plans to repay customers amid bankruptcy proceedings, rules out exchange relaunch.
BNB Chain highlights DeFi, gaming and AI in 2024 roadmap
The “One BNB Paradigm” aims to streamline BNB Chain’s ecosystem, focusing on DeFi, gaming, and AI.
Transak streamlines crypto conversions with Visa Direct integration
Transak integrates with Visa Direct to simplify crypto-to-fiat transactions globally.
Solana-based GameStop meme coin gains traction after retailer pulls plug on crypto
A GME-themed meme coin, not affiliated with the video game retailer GameStop, is replicating the company’s meme stock frenzy on the Solana blockchain.
Solana’s Jupiter trading volume skyrockets ahead of JUP airdrop
Jupiter Exchange experiences a trading boom as the Solana community awaits the upcoming JUP airdrop.
Hong Kong sees first spot Bitcoin ETF application
Hong Kong could welcome its first spot Bitcoin ETF, courtesy of Harvest Global’s recent filing.
Classic Doom revived on Dogecoin network
Gamers can now play Doom directly on the Dogecoin blockchain, merging nostalgia with modern tech.
Algorand CEO’s social media account hit by hackers
Algorand community warned as CEO’s social media falls prey to hackers.
Swan Bitcoin debuts mining operations ahead of IPO
Swan Bitcoin steps into mining ahead of halving as it prepares for a stock market debut.
Investors lost 54.3% less crypto in 2023, Chainalysis says
The total value of stolen crypto decreased last year but the number of individual hacking incidents grew.
SEC postpones verdict on Grayscale’s spot Ether ETF
Ether ETF hopefuls on hold as SEC postpones decision.
JPMorgan downgrades Coinbase to underweight
Analysts at JPMorgan slash Coinbase rating to underweight, questioning ETF impact.
Mt. Gox confirms addresses for BTC repayment plan
Long-awaited Bitcoin repayments closer as Mt. Gox confirms creditor addresses.
Terraform Labs Seeks U.S. bankruptcy shield
Do Kwon-founded Terraform Labs files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S.
SEC delays Fidelity’s Ethereum ETF decision
Fidelity’s bid for a spot Ethereum ETF hits a snag as SEC delays decision.
Polygon’s MATIC stirs as US$26 mln moved to exchanges
Celsius Network’s move of US$26 million in MATIC to exchanges raises eyebrows amid market volatility.
Bitcoin mining’s green mile: 54.5% sustainable energy use
Bitcoin mining now more eco-friendly than ever, reaching a 54.5% sustainable energy usage.
HashKey joins unicorn club after US$100 mln raise
HashKey Group achieves unicorn status following a US$100 million funding round, reaching a US$1.2 billion valuation.
Petro cryptocurrency era ends in Venezuela
The controversial Petro cryptocurrency is now defunct as Venezuela pulls the plug.
USDT rises as money laundering tool in SEA, UN says
A UN report reveals USDT’s growing role in money laundering and underground banking in Southeast Asia
Ethereum ETFs gain support from BlackRock’s CEO
Support from BlackRock CEO Larry Fink boosts prospects for Ethereum ETFs.
Ethereum outperforms Bitcoin despite ETF debut
Ether’s price rises sharply, contrasting with Bitcoin’s stagnant performance despite recent ETF launches.
Bitfinity valued at US$130 mln ahead of launch
With its recent US$7 million funding, Bitfinity wants to enhance Bitcoin’s utility in DeFi and NFTs.
Hedera, Algorand unite for wallet recovery
The DeRec Alliance, involving HBAR and Algorand Foundations, aims to solve digital asset recovery challenges with a new protocol.
USDC issuer Circle attempts public listing again: report
With the filing for an IPO, Circle aims to capitalize on the growing interest in crypto assets, despite recent industry setbacks.
Crypto milestone: SEC approves spot Bitcoin ETFs
SEC’s landmark decision approves 11 Bitcoin ETFs, heralding a new era for digital asset investments.
Restey immortalizes Gensler’s tweet on the Bitcoin blockchain
Billy Restey inscribes SEC’s Gensler tweet on Bitcoin blockchain, ensuring clarity after a false ETF approval claim rattles the crypto market.
Apple removes Binance, KuCoin apps in India
Major crypto exchanges vanish from Apple’s App Store in India, adhering to FIU mandates.
SEC decision looms: Cboe pushes for Bitcoin ETFs
Cboe appeals to SEC for fast-tracking Bitcoin ETFs.
SEC’s cybersecurity in question after ETF tweet blunder
Following a misleading tweet about Bitcoin ETFs, Senators Vance and Tillis demand answers from the SEC regarding its cybersecurity measures.
Valkyrie CIO eyes US$400 mln inflow in the first week of Bitcoin ETF launch: The Block
Steven McClurg says Valkyrie Investments may be poised for a historic ETF launch this week, with the potential to inject up to US$400 million into the market.
Bitcoin ETF applicants make swift amendments to filings following SEC’s response
Imminent SEC decision on Bitcoin ETFs could mark a watershed moment for crypto, spearheaded by industry giants BlackRock and VanEck, reshaping the investment world.
BNB Chain Fusion may unify BEP-2 and BEP-20 by 2024
BNB Chain’s merger plans aims for a seamless and secure blockchain by April 2024
Upbit Singapore secures coveted MPI license
Upbit joins 15 other crypto firms permitted to provide digital payment token services in Singapore.
MakerDAO’s Christensen wants to make DAOs fun again. He’s not alone.
Projects are rethinking how to make DAOs more fun and less disappointing.
Let’s use Web3 to grow projects that fight climate change
The most promising carbon offset programs can still wither and die from financing distress. Blockchain technology can help them survive and bear fruit.
What asset tokenization will look like in 2024 and beyond
Tokenization is on the rise not only in the private sector. In Asia, governments are leading the charge to use this technology for the greater public good.
From Silicon Valley to Sand Dunes: Why Indian crypto firms eye Dubai expansion
Indian crypto companies flock to Dubai, escaping high local taxes and finding solace in the emirate’s favorable regulatory environment.
Blockchain can transform the real estate business — if we remove the roadblocks in its way
From reducing paperwork to verifying title quickly, blockchain technology promises to overhaul the age-old industry. But it faces regulatory hurdles and resistance by those who profit from inefficiency.
Is Ethereum once again a victim of its own success?
A year after the Merge made Ethereum even more popular, the network now faces the perils of a staking-fueled liquidity crunch. What are the alternatives?
Why a16z chose London for its first non-US office
Silicon Valley venture giant Andreessen Horowitz plants flag in London: fuels UK’s ascent as a Web3 innovator.