Fundraising rounds, VC investments, and startup launches
Aptos trading volume surged 12% above weekly averages, pushing APT price up 1.3% to $1.73 amid market volatility. This spike hints at institutional accumulation in the layer-1 blockchain. Could this drive broader web3 adoption?
Do Kwon's ongoing sentencing hearing highlights the $40 billion fallout from Terra's collapse. Victims share heartbreaking stories as the court deliberates. This case underscores urgent needs in crypto regulation and security.
Filecoin's sharp 7% decline broke key support at $1.43 amid broader crypto weakness. This move raises questions about market trends and adoption impacts. Investors eye potential rebounds in web3 and defi sectors.
Crypto millionaires surged 40% to 241,700 in 2025, signaling massive wealth influx. Kraken's new high-touch VIP program caters to ultra-high-net-worth individuals with premium services. This initiative drives adoption and sets new standards in centralized finance.
Solana's institutional push intensifies as Solmate announces an all-stock acquisition of RockawayX, aiming for a $2B crypto powerhouse. This deal merges treasury yield strategies with advanced staking infrastructure. How will it shape web3 adoption and defi markets?
Binance's new Junior app lets parents introduce crypto to kids aged 6-17, but it sparks debate. Some hail it as a smart education tool, while others worry about risks. This CeFi move reflects booming funding trends in centralized finance.
Europe's push to halt migration flows has backfired in Sudan. Billions in funding strengthened paramilitary forces like the RSF. Weak arms export rules let weapons reach warlords, fueling endless conflict.
Bitcoin has plunged nearly 30% from its 2025 peak, erasing yearly gains amid macro pressures. B. Riley responded by cutting price targets on key digital asset treasury companies. This move highlights broader market vulnerabilities affecting adoption and funding.
XRP's price tumbled 6% to $2.43 amid a looming death cross. This technical signal often precedes downturns, yet regulatory clarity sparks hope. Could institutional adoption turn the tide?
Cipher Mining's stock jumped 19% after sealing a $5.5 billion AWS deal for AI infrastructure. This move signals a broader shift in crypto mining toward high-performance computing. How will this impact technology adoption and market trends?
The recent APEC summit saw Trump and Xi agree to a one-year trade truce, easing tensions. This shift could boost funding in crypto markets amid reduced risks. How might it reshape blockchain investments?
Bitmine Immersion recently purchased $320 million in Ether, elevating its total crypto holdings above $14 billion. Chaired by Tom Lee, the firm continues to build its position despite market volatility. This signals growing institutional adoption in the cefi space.
Teucrium's XRP ETF attracted hundreds of millions in just 16 weeks. CEO Sal Gilbertie calls the interest enormous, crediting the XRP Army. Could this signal broader crypto adoption?
As CeFi funding surges past $23 billion in 2025, Meanwhile raises $82 million for Bitcoin products. This move highlights growing demand for inflation-resistant financial tools. What does it mean for the crypto market?
Crypto VC funding dropped 59% in Q2 2025 to $1.97 billion. Investors now prioritize real usage over hype. Is this the end of narrative-driven bets?
Web3 startups raised over $3.2 billion in Q1 2025, focusing on early-stage concepts. But why do launchpads prioritize raw ideas in funding, CeFi, and Web3? This shift sparks debates on innovation versus sustainability.
Blockchain lender Figure Technologies has upsized its IPO, targeting up to $693 million. This reflects soaring demand for crypto stocks in 2025. How will this shape cefi funding and market trends?
Crypto venture investments dropped 59% in Q2 2025, signaling a shift toward mature projects. Why is this happening? Experts point to regulatory clarity and proven models driving the change.
President Trump has initiated a $5 billion cut to approved foreign aid using a rare mechanism. This move affects humanitarian and development funding worldwide.
The Trump administration acquires a 10% stake in Intel using $8.9 billion from existing funds. This strengthens US semiconductor production against global rivals.
Over 13.4 million tokens have been erased between mid-2021 and 2025, according to a new analysis by CoinGecko....
The blockchain lender's new OPEN platform hosts equities registered natively onchain, bypassing DTCC and allowing DeFi-based lending....
Senator Tim Scott, chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, told CoinDesk that he hopes to advance the crypto market structure bill, but some issues are unresolved....
FTX’s bankruptcy wind-down is still running on two tracks: returning money to creditors while trying to take it back from others....
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The largest cryptocurrency extended its rally, pushing related equities higher as well....
The fight over stablecoin yield is less about protecting consumers and more about protecting banking incumbents, argues Bill Hughes, Senior Counsel and Director of Global Regulatory Matters for Consen...
Bitcoin miner targets large scale AI and high performance computing infrastructure in the Houston region....
Users can spend stablecoins and major cryptocurrencies which are automatically converted into Peruvian soles at the point of sale....
The Wall Street broker said that the regulatory momentum and a volatile banking backdrop are amplifying demand for Figure’s blockchain-based credit platform....
Minister says 'violent or hate-inciting actions have no place' in France as 'Raise the Colours' activists banned....
Scams and fraud against individuals are increasing and if the trend continues, they could soon surpass crypto stolen via cyberattacks, Chainalysis said....
Hedera (HBAR) was also among the top performers, up 3% from Tuesday....
The blockchain nonprofit is moving its base of operations back to the United States and has appointed a new board to oversee its next phase of growth....
Allowing crypto exchanges and other intermediaries to offer yield-like incentives on payment stablecoins would pose significant risks to local economies, argues Kevin Paintner, chairman of the Indepen...
DZ Bank will "shortly" roll out a crypto trading platform for cooperative banks to offer to clients....
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Bankinter joins Tether and BBVA in the $35 million investment round after the Spanish crypto exchange received its MiCA license in 2025....
Crypto markets pushed higher on Wednesday after bitcoin broke above a key resistance level, triggering heavy liquidations and paving the way for sharp gains across altcoins....