Aztec launches decentralized and private Ethereum L2 on mainnet, almost

In recent developments, aztec launched its Ignition mainnet with no centralized operators, opening community staking ahead of a major token sale and positioning itself as a fully decentralized L2. Looking…

BitMine sits on $3.7B loss as DAT ‘Hotel California’ meets BlackRock’s …

In recent developments, bitMine’s $3.7 billion paper loss and the falling mNAV valuations are threatening the business model of DATs, according to 10x Research. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Singapore’s ‘finance-savvy’ crypto retail prefers trust over low fees: …

In recent developments, survey data points to cautious allocations, long-term holding and a preference for regulated platforms as Singapore’s retail market continues to mature. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

US Bitcoin ETFs snap five-day bloodbath as BTC reclaims $92K

In recent developments, uS spot Bitcoin ETFs logged $75 million in inflows after five days of redemptions, hinting at early stabilization as Bitcoin recovers above the $92,000 level. Looking closer,…

Samourai sentences cement DOJ’s money transmitter theory for crypto mixers

In recent developments, samourai Wallet’s co-founders received four- and five-year prison terms in the US for operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business through their non-custodial crypto mixer. Looking closer, market participants…

Bitcoin whale Owen Gunden dumps entire $1.3B stack as institutions tighten grip

In recent developments, bitcoin OG Owen Gunden sells $1.3 billion in BTC as retail panic grows, while institutional ownership of Bitcoin ETFs climbs to 40% despite market fear. Looking closer,…

MEXC taps Hacken for proof-of-reserves audits to boost transparency

In recent developments, the exchange will publish monthly, independently verified reserve reports, giving users third-party confirmation that assets are fully backed. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…

WLFI’s ‘community governed’ image strained as Trump-backed project free…

In recent developments, some users viewed the asset reallocation as an alarming sign of the platform’s ability to blacklist user funds without requiring a governance proposal. Looking closer, market participants…

Singapore’s ‘finance-savvy’ retail prefers trust over low fees: Survey

In recent developments, survey data points to cautious allocations, long-term holding and a preference for regulated platforms as Singapore’s retail market continues to mature. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Bitcoin Core wins rare praise as independent audit finds no serious flaws

In recent developments, bitcoin Core’s first independent audit found no serious vulnerabilities, with reviewers praising the project’s security, testing depth and overall code maturity. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…