Aster Chain Launches With Private, Zero-Gas Trading
In recent developments, aster has launched its mainnet, introducing a privacy-first Layer 1 blockchain. The network combines zero-knowledge cryptography with high-speed execution to deliver a decentralized yet confidential trading experience.…
Ethereum mainnet daily active addresses surpass all layer-2s
In recent developments, ethereum mainnet surpassed all layer-2 networks in daily active addresses in January, though security analysts attributed part of the spike to address poisoning attacks. Looking closer, market…
Circle CEO says USDC is a neutral layer, not a rival to Visa or Mastercard
In recent developments, at Davos, Jeremy Allaire said Circle’s stablecoin functions as shared infrastructure rather than a competitor to banks or card networks. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…
Uniswap lands on OKX’s X Layer as exchange deepens DeFi strategy
In recent developments, the integration marks a key step in the crypto exchange’s second-phase rollout, bringing Uniswap’s markets directly to its layer-2 network. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…
Digital Finance Will Evolve Into ‘Foundational Infrastructure Layer’ in 2…
In recent developments, the ratings agency predicts that financial institutions and service firms will compete on the effectiveness of their infrastructure layers. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…
Ethereum lost over $100 million in fees this year, and one corporate giant ke…
In recent developments, the Ethereum blockchain recorded its strongest operational year in history in 2025, processing record transaction volumes and securing the vast majority of the DeFi market. However, the…
AEON Brings Scan-to-Pay Crypto Payments to X Layer, Expanding Real-World Adop…
In recent developments, this content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. AEON, the foundational payment and settlement layer built for the new AI economy, today announced a strategic integration…
Emerge’s 2025 Story of the Year: How the AI Race Fractured the Global Tech Order
In recent developments, 2025 saw the US-China rivalry weaponize every layer of the technology stack—from minerals to models to military doctrine. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…
Ripple to Expand $1.3 Billion RLUSD Stablecoin to Ethereum Layer-2 Networks
In recent developments, to support the growth of its RLUSD stablecoin, Ripple said the token is expanding next year to layer-2 networks on Ethereum. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…
Stable Launches Dedicated Stablecoin Network
In recent developments, stable introduces Layer 1 blockchain network designed specifically for stablecoin transactions powered by USDT as the native gas token. Stable, a Layer 1 blockchain network, announced its…
