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Bitwise co-founder praises Brad Garlinghouse for his efforts in Ripple vs SEC. SEC’s aggressive enforcement actions have significantly impacted Uniswap and Coinbase. The lawsuit between Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) remains unsettled. Now that the case is nearing its final stages, the company is gaining great support from the crypto community, especially from the Biwise co-founder. Bitwise Founder Hails Garlinghouse Bitwise Asset Management co-founder and CEO, Hunter Horsley, praised Ripple’s action in the legal battle with the SEC and called Brad Garlinghouse (CEO of Ripple) a role model. In an interview, Horsley said, “There’s a ton…

Key Insights: Curve Finance’s Arbitrum usage has dropped below 2% of its total TVL, raising sustainability concerns. A new proposal suggests cutting all L2 developments due to low returns across 24 chains. Ethereum continues to dominate Curve’s fees, volume, and governance focus; L2s are barely holding on. Curve Finance, a decentralized exchange (DEX) known for stablecoin and low-slippage swaps, might be closing shop on Arbitrum, and possibly other Layer 2 (L2) networks too. A new proposal on Curve’s governance forum suggests killing off all future L2 deployments. And if you check the numbers, that call isn’t coming out of nowhere.…

In a surprising turn of events that bridges the worlds of biotechnology and digital finance, 180 Life Sciences, a prominent biotechnology company, has secured a remarkable $425 million through a private investment. This substantial capital injection is earmarked for a significant ETH purchase, signaling a bold new direction for the firm. This move is not just about acquiring digital assets; it represents a deeper dive into the burgeoning crypto space, aiming to support various strategic operations, including iGaming, intellectual property monetization, and general business expenses. This development highlights a growing trend of traditional industries exploring innovative ways to leverage blockchain…

Qatar Financial Center has published a report on the future of digital assets, underscoring the need for coordinated regulatory frameworks and multi-stakeholder cooperation to unlock the future of real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, mentioning that Qatar will work on stablecoin implementation in the near future. The report, written in partnership with Global Stratalogues and the Global Blockchain Business Council, offers insights from global experts on what will constitute a successful development of inclusive and future-ready token ecosystems, which they believe hinges on cross-border regulatory alignment, strategic infrastructure investment, and public-private collaboration. The findings highlight that tokenization, when embedded within a coherent…

Zoro, a prominent Web3 platform to drive AI infrastructure, has partnered with MetYa, the biggest decentralized dating forum across the globe. The partnership aims to bolster the AI-led DatingFi ecosystem within the Web3 sector. As per the official announcement, this collaboration will enhance the functionality and accessibility of MetYa with advanced AI agents. Hence, this development focuses on redefining the SocialFi space with the merger of cutting-edge AI and blockchain technologies. Meet Metya! Our newest SocialFi partner bringing AI-powered DatingFi to the Web3 world!@metyacom is the largest decentralized dating platform with 8.5M+ users and real-time voice translation in 138 languages.…

Decibel, an on-chain trading protocol, started operations on the Aptos devnet, combining spot trading, perpetual futures and yield strategies into a single interface. The test environment, invite-only for now, offers simulated access to cross-margin trading, composable vaults and high-speed order execution. The system is designed to mimic centralized exchange performance while preserving the transparency of decentralized finance DeFi. The introduction comes at a time of growing demand for performant on-chain infrastructure. According to industry data, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) saw over $876 billion in volume in the second quarter, with weekly DeFi activity surpassing $48 billion across more than 14 million…

Ethereum treasury SharpLink Gaming bought $264.5 million in Ethereum last week, the Nasdaq-listed company announced on Tuesday.  The Minneapolis, Minnesota-based firm’s holdings have grown to 521,939 of the digital coins now worth nearly $1.9 billion after it bought 83,561 ETH between July 28 to August 3, it said.  Publicly traded SharpLink (SBET) was trading less than 1% higher on Tuesday at nearly $19. SharpLink’s stock has shot up by over 420% since the end of May, when it was trading for less than $4 per share.  NEW: SharpLink now holds 521,939 ETH Between July 28 – August 3, SharpLink acquired…

During the months-long debate over stablecoin legislation this spring, crypto industry leaders tried, and failed, to notch a key victory: getting lawmakers on board with interest-bearing stablecoins. The GENIUS Act, which formally legalizes approved stablecoins in the U.S. and was signed into law last month, now prohibits stablecoin issuers from engaging in the increasingly common practice of offering users passive yield—typically, between 3% and 5%—on staked or deposited balances.  Republican congressional leaders ultimately deemed the incentive program too lucrative, arguing stablecoins should be greenlit as a payment currency, not as an investment product.  But in the aftermath of GENIUS’…

Hong Kong will officially launch its Real World Asset (RWA) Registration Platform on August 7. The initiative is being led by the Web3.0 Standardization Association. It aims to open up the entire process of RWA tokenization, from dataization to financialization. This marks a major step in Hong Kong’s ambition to become a global Web3 hub. The platform is expected to enhance trust, compliance, and investor access in RWA-backed digital markets. A Regulated Push Toward Tokenized Assets Speaking to the Hong Kong Economic Times, Hong Kong Web3 Association co-chairman Zhu Qiaohua highlighted the city’s regulatory edge. He said Hong Kong’s policy…

StarAI is excited to announce its groundbreaking collaboration with INTO, marking a significant leap towards the next generation of Web3 engagement. This partnership represents a bold step toward the integration of AI innovation and decentralized technologies. This incentive strives to introduce intelligent and immersive online experiences. We’re excited to announce our partnership with @intoverse_, a next-gen #Web3 ecosystem transforming how people connect, earn, and engage online. 🌐✨#INTO combines social networking, #DeFi, entertainment, and digital commerce—powered by #AI, DID, and cross-chain tech—to create… pic.twitter.com/MWzSNpywCx — StarAI (@The_StarAI) August 3, 2025 StarAI, a Web3 intelligence and creative platform powered by AI, has…