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A leading figure in the crypto space has outlined how the tokenization strategy from Ripple could push XRP to a new all-time high. In a detailed post on X, Austin King, co-founder of Omni Network, discussed how the XRP Ledger (XRPL) can capitalize on real-world asset (RWA) tokenization to drive long-term growth. Recall that Ripple CTO David Schwartz suggested in 2023 that the firm was pivoting to RWA tokenization, highlighting their desire to expand into the industry. Notably, Ripple acquired custody and tokenization firm Metaco in May 2023 to pursue this vision. Interestingly, King’s recent disclosure suggests that combining Ripple’s…
Like always, Binance Charity has stepped in to support Argentina’s flood-stricken Bahia Blanca region. Binance has announced a donation of up to $100 USD in $BNB token vouchers for every registered Binance user in the area. With this, Binance aims to provide relief to those impacted by the devastating floods that have ravaged the region. Binance emphasized its commitment to standing with the Argentinian community during this crisis, with funds set to start reaching users on March 28, 2025. In response to the devastating rains and floods impacting Bahia Blanca Region of Argentina, #Binance Charity is donating up to $100…
Coin Metrics’ latest State of the Network report reveals bitcoin miners are balancing stabilized revenues and persistent fee pressures post-halving through hardware upgrades and renewable energy adoption, amid geopolitical supply chain risks. China Tariffs, Texas Renewables, and AI: Inside Bitcoin Mining’s 2025 Transformation Coin Metrics’ Q1 2025 State of the Network report highlights stabilized bitcoin mining revenues following the 2024 halving, though persistently low transaction fees—under 2% of total income—continue challenging long-term incentives. According to the report, total miner revenue hit $3.7 billion in Q4 2024, a 42% quarterly increase driven by improved operational efficiency and bitcoin price recovery. Coin…
It goes without saying that the integration of AI into decentralized finance (DeFi) is bound to significantly transform the financial landscape. While not directly related to the crypto industry, a recent graph shows just how much AI has grown in recent times. In fact, AI has become the fastest-adopted technology in human history, even outpacing the adoption rates of computers and the internet. What’s more, as AI models get better, the technology will continue to improve at a breathtaking speed. How Will AI Enhance the World of Decentralized Finance? So, how will combining AI’s analytical prowess with DeFi’s decentralized structure…
The share price of companies focused on the cryptocurrency industry shot up Monday amid a surge in digital assets and other risk-on investments. Strategy—formerly known as MicroStrategy—closed up by more than 10%, trading at $335.72 a share, Nasdaq data shows. The software company, which trades under ‘MSTR’ ticker, is the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin. On Monday, it announced that it had surpassed more than 500,000 bitcoin in its holdings after its latest purchase. Tysons, Virginia-based MSTR said it now holds 506,137 Bitcoin valued at $44.2 billion, according to a press release. The company has been selling stock to fund…
The official marketing lead of the SHIB team known to the meme coin’s community under the pseudonym Lucie has published two consecutive tweets to deliver two important “crypto truths” to the SHIB army. Basically, she has issued a major warning by speaking one of them as she addressed young cryptocurrency projects that have just entered the market. This took place as SHIB has been surpassed by Litecoin and Toncoin in terms of market capitalization value. Now, the second biggest meme cryptocurrency occupies the 17th position on CoinMarketCap with a capitalization of $9.4 billion. “Unspoken crypto truth” Lucie started with a…
Since the beginning of February, Bitcoin has had difficulty stabilizing above the $100,000 mark. Donald Trump’s tariff wars have triggered significant market volatility, keeping traders on edge. However, despite these headwinds, a key group of coin holders—those with no recorded history of selling—have intensified their accumulation. This signals a strong conviction in the asset’s long-term prospects. Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Remain Resilient Data from the on-chain analytics platform CryptoQuant shows a spike in Bitcoin’s Permanent Holder Demand. According to the data provider, Bitcoin’s permanent holders consist of owners who primarily accumulate the coin over time and never engage in spending transactions,…
The market value of tokenized U.S. Treasuries this week surpassed the $5 billion for the first time, rwa.xyz data shows, as demand for blockchain-based real-world assets (RWAs) accelerates. The asset class grew by $1 billion through just two weeks, led by inflows into asset management giant BlackRock’s and digital asset firm Securitize’s market leading BUIDL. Tokenized Treasury products’ market cap as of March 25 (rwa.xyz) Crypto tokens backed by U.S. Treasuries are at the forefront of the tokenization trend, which have captivated a host of global financial behemoths and digital asset firms. Fidelity Investments is the latest large U.S. asset…
With the United States under President Trump already stockpiling cryptocurrencies, Russia should also explore opportunities to use Bitcoin and the like, according to the head of a major Russian business lobby group. The official also sees asset-backed stablecoins as a means to potentially resurrect the gold standard. Alexander Shokhin, president of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), is convinced that no government would like to see its sovereign rights as a money issuer challenged but recognizes the general consensus in Russia that crypto can be employed in cross-border payments. Business lobby group urges Russian government to consider using…
Napster, the brand that once sent the music industry into panic mode but then faded, was just acquired for $207 million. Infinite Reality is buying the streaming service to transform it into a platform where fans can hang out in virtual spaces, attend concerts, and buy merch directly from artists, the virtual reality startup announced. The deal is also the highest price tag yet for Napster, which has circulatedamong half a dozen companies, including Rovio to Algorand, since its controversial file-sharing days. Infinite Reality is betting big that music fans want more than just passive listening. “By acquiring Napster, we’re…