Tharwa Integrates Sharia-Compliant Stablecoin Into Real Finance Ecosystem

In recent developments, tharwa has integrated its Sharia-compliant stablecoin thUSD into the Real Finance blockchain ecosystem, expanding access to sustainable onchain yield and strengthening RWA-backed decentralized finance ( DeFi) infrastructure.…

Don’t bet on institutional investors to run Bitcoin to $150K: Researcher

In recent developments, fFTT founder Luke Gromen said institutional investors may not do much for Bitcoin’s price this year, but other analysts have previously argued they’ll be key to a…

Buterin tips distributed validators to simplify Ethereum staking

In recent developments, while complex to set up, distributed validator technology could improve Ethereum’s staking experience, according to the creator of Ethereum. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

Thailand plans crypto ETF rules as institutional interest increases

In recent developments, thailand’s SEC is planning new crypto ETF and futures trading regulations as the country looks to position itself as a regional crypto hub for institutions. Looking closer,…

Saga pauses chainlet after $7M exploit that depegged its stablecoin

In recent developments, saga’s US dollar-pegged stablecoin has dropped to $0.75, while the protocol’s total value locked has fallen by around 55% over the past 24 hours. Looking closer, market…

Crypto could hit $28T by 2030 on Bitcoin, DeFi, tokenization: ARK

In recent developments, aRK Invest’s latest analysis affirms it still sees Bitcoin reaching close to a $1 million price tag in 2030 on growing adoption. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

XRP Legal Status Reaffirmed as SEC Remains Blocked From Core Security Claim

In recent developments, xRP’s legal standing under U.S. securities law is considered settled after the Ripple ruling, but renewed scrutiny of dropped crypto enforcement cases is reviving debate over whether…

Columbia professor says NYSE tokenization plan reads like ‘vaporware’

In recent developments, nYSE unveiled a plan on Monday to enable blockchain-based 24/7 trading and instant settlement of stocks and ETFs, in addition to custody features. Looking closer, market participants…

No deal yet with Dems on crypto bill, Senator Boozman confirms

In recent developments, the US Senate Agriculture Committee released a Republican draft of the market structure bill, which includes protections for crypto developers, setting it up for a markup next…

Bitwise says Q4 showed signs of a bear market bottom

In recent developments, bitwise’s Matt Hougan argued crypto markets performed poorly in Q4 despite strong fundamentals, similar to early 2023 when crypto rebounded from 2022 lows. Looking closer, market participants…