Major gold trade group releases framework for tokenized gold

In recent developments, the World Gold Council says it will develop a platform to connect physical gold to the systems used to issue and manage tokenized gold products. Looking closer,…

Solana DApps revenue falls to 18-month low as SOL price risks $80 retest

In recent developments, weakening onchain activity and bearish derivatives data suggest that a SOL price recovery will take longer than most investors anticipate. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

BTC Falls Below $69K Amid Iranian and Qatari Gas Field Strikes

In recent developments, bitcoin fell below $69,000 amid a global sell-off driven by escalating Middle East tensions that also caused energy prices to surge. Geopolitical Tension Sparks Market Turmoil Bitcoin…

Execution quality is the missing metric in Bitcoin and Ethereum markets

In recent developments, crypto’s hidden trading costs demand the adoption of transaction cost analysis. Slippage, fees and fragmentation erode trust as crypto matures into institutional markets. Looking closer, market participants…

SEC interpretation on crypto laws ‘a beginning, not an end,‘ says Atkins

In recent developments, the SEC chair signaled that the agency would defer to a market structure bill if passed by Congress, but needed a ”bridge” to clarify crypto regulation. Looking…

BPI sounds alarm on ‘backdoor’ for hardware wallets in Kentucky crypto bill

In recent developments, provisions in the state legislation violate the core ethos and value proposition of Bitcoin as an asset that can be held in self-custody, the trade group said.…

Bitcoin price tussle at $70K may hint that market bottom is not in

In recent developments, bitcoin price dipped under $70,000, but a bull-friendly set-up on the lower time frames forecasts a swift rebound. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts…

Animoca invests in Ava Labs to boost Avalanche adoption in Asia, Middle East

In recent developments, the Web3 company will provide capital, advisory support and business development to help Avalanche projects scale, with a focus on real-world assets and digital identity. Looking closer,…

EtherFi turns to real-world assets for yield with $25M Plume allocation

In recent developments, etherFi will integrate Plume’s Nest vaults, beginning with exposure to a Superstate-backed fund and expanding to a dedicated RWA vault within its platform. Looking closer, market participants…

South Korea opposition party pushes to scrap planned 22% crypto tax

In recent developments, the ruling Democratic Party responded, saying it has not formed a consensus on abolishing the tax but will review the new proposal. Looking closer, market participants highlight…