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…

Major League Baseball inks deals with US regulator, Polymarket

In recent developments, the memorandum of understanding with CFTC Chair Michael Selig comes as many US state authorities are cracking down on sports event contracts on prediction markets. Looking closer,…

Nasdaq-listed Opera proposes 160M CELO deal to replace cash payments

In recent developments, the Norweigan browser company plans to swap quarterly US dollar payments for tokens pending community approval, deepening ties to Celo as MiniPay adoption grows. Looking closer, market…

Bitcoin finance protocol Hashi launches on Sui with BitGo, FalconX backing

In recent developments, the platform is designed to enable lending, borrowing and yield on native Bitcoin through onchain financial services. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts who…

Ethereum long squeeze risk rises as ETH price dips to $2,100

In recent developments, ether risks over $2.5 billion in long liquidations below $2K, with volatility increasing the chance of a retest of $1,800 support. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Bitcoin prediction markets see 70% chance BTC price crashes to $55K in 2026

In recent developments, bitcoin bull market optimism has suffered since the October crash, as chances of an extended BTC price drop below $55,000 increase. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Crypto.com cuts 12% of staff as it accelerates AI push

In recent developments, crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek announced a 12% workforce reduction due to AI integrations, warning that companies “that do not make this pivot immediately will fail.” Looking closer,…

Bitcoin tests old 2021 top as gold falls to six-week lows under $4.7K

In recent developments, bitcoin price correction reversed at $69,500, preserving a new higher BTC trading range as gold led a post-Fed macro asset sell-off. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Hacked crypto tokens drop 61% on average and rarely recover, Immune report says

In recent developments, beyond immediate losses, attacks often lead to prolonged downtime, liquidity shocks and confidence erosion, as interconnected DeFi systems amplify the impact across markets. Looking closer, market participants…