Firelight Protocol Introduces Staking Rewards for XRP Holders

In recent developments, the Firelight Protocol is a new initiative designed to bring native staking rewards to XRP by using it as a source of onchain security for decentralized finance.…

Georgia eyes onchain property rights and tokenization with Hedera partnership

In recent developments, georgia explores putting its public registry on the Hedera blockchain and tokenizing real estate through blockchain-integrated government infrastructure. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…

Bitcoin now settles Visa-scale volumes, but most is for wholesale, not coffee

In recent developments, bitcoin settled $6.9 trillion in the past 90 days as a growing alternative to traditional settlement networks, but its global merchant adoption remains only a fraction of…

Ethena’s synthetic USDe contracts sharply as dollar-backed stablecoins expand

In recent developments, ethena’s USDe shed 24% of its supply in November, losing market share as fiat-backed stablecoins including USDT, USDC, PYUSD and RLUSD added billions. Looking closer, market participants…

Bitcoin traders hit peak unrealized pain as ETFs start to turn positive

In recent developments, bitcoin traders are facing the most pressure of this cycle in terms of unrealized losses, but analysts argue that ETFs only accounted for a maximum of 3%…

Cayman Islands Web3 foundations jump 70% as CARF reporting rules arrive

In recent developments, cayman foundation registrations rise 70% year-on-year as DAOs seek legal wrappers, with CARF rules arriving in 2026. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts who…

Further, 3iQ launch $100M fund that compounds returns in Bitcoin

In recent developments, further and 3iQ have launched a $100 million market-neutral crypto hedge fund for institutions, including a Bitcoin share class that reinvests gains in BTC. Looking closer, market…

Bitcoin adds $732B in new capital this cycle as market structure transforms

In recent developments, bitcoin’s latest bull cycle suggested a very different market structure defined by larger institutional participation, lower volatility, and deeper liquidity. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Binance names co-founder Yi He co-CEO alongside Richard Teng

In recent developments, crypto exchange Binance appointed co-founder Yi He as co-CEO, tightening its top team as it leans into regulated global expansion. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Crypto treasuries lead stock recovery after shaky start to December

In recent developments, digital asset treasury stocks surged Tuesday, with Ether-focused firms leading gains up to 12.35% as crypto markets rebounded from the sell-off. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…