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Cryptocurrency analysis company Santiment has shared the developer activity of prominent DeFi projects on GitHub over the last 30 days. Here are the DeFi altcoins and developer scores that crypto developers have focused on the most in the last 30 days, according to Santiment data: ChainLink (LINK) – 274.67 DeepBook Protocol (DEEP) – 236 Babylon (BABY) – 155.73 DeFiChain (DFI) – 145.23 Liquidity (LQTY) – 75.67 Lido DAO Token (LDO) – 69.97 Injective (INJ) – 66.97 FOX Token (FOX) – 65.5 Synthetix [on Ethereum network] (SNX) – 46.1 Coinbase Wrapped BTC (CBBTC) – 44.83 According to Santiment data, ChainLink (LINK)…

Decentralized application activity on the Ethereum blockchain could be on track to match or surpass last year despite growing competition from “faster and cheaper” alternatives, according to blockchain analytics platform DappRadar. Peak adoption on Ethereum was in 2021, coinciding with the height of the last bull run, and was also the year with the “highest number of unique wallets and the most transactions on Ethereum,” DappRadar analyst Sara Gherghelas said in the report published on Wednesday. Activity cooled off after, but 2023 and 2024 saw consistent levels of engagement through renewed interest in non-fungible tokens (NFT), layer 2 ecosystems, and…

HAiO, a decentralized music platform known for inculcating AI agents, has partnered with Intoverse, a Web3 SocialFi network. The partnership is a move towards establishing blockchain functionality and music in the social media complex, and ushering a new era of Web3 engagement. The collaboration seeks to close it by providing immersive digital environments where people can interact with music. 🤝 HAiO x @intoverse_ — SocialFi Meets MusicFiWe’re excited to announce our partnership with Intoverse — a leading Web3 SocialFi platform that empowers users to connect, earn, and grow through decentralized identity and AI-driven communities.🎧 Together, we’re exploring the… pic.twitter.com/3Y5VPvCc1b —…

China’s robust Q2 economic performance presents mixed signals for digital asset markets, as Beijing’s monetary policy transmission mechanisms demonstrate complex influence on cryptocurrency valuations through evolving correlation patterns. China’s economy expanded 5.2% in the second quarter of 2025, surpassing analyst expectations of 5.1%. The National Bureau of Statistics’ Tuesday release reveals sustained momentum despite escalating global trade tensions, setting the stage for strategic digital asset repositioning. Mixed Economic Signals Despite US tariff escalations, China’s export sector demonstrated strength. June exports surged, pushing the trade surplus to $114.8 billion through strategic market diversification and frontloading behaviors. However, domestic consumption challenges persist…

This is a segment from The Drop newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. NFTs, meet the Labubu — your worst enemy. The possibility of crypto has long led artists to dream of creating characters that become universally beloved while also making a ton of money. It’s not an impossible fantasy. It’s at the heart of pretty much all NFT collections, and no matter what the creators say about their mission to build community, money is the bottom line. The blueprint for obsession already exists — look at Pokémon, My Little Pony, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Beanie Babies. People have proven they are willing…

P2P.org reached 1.2 million Ethereum (ETH) in total staked assets and is reporting strong user growth, especially from the United States. These new milestones reflect rising confidence in Ethereum staking, driven by favorable U.S. crypto regulations and a continuing bull market. Based in the Cayman Islands, P2P.org confirmed that more than $4 billion in ETH has now been staked through its platform. The company says staking inflows, which started rising in April, have sharply accelerated since June. The surge includes both institutional and retail interest. In response to rising U.S. demand—up by over 30% since July—P2P.org is opening its first…

Joe McCann is winding down Asymmetric’s Liquid Alpha Fund after the fund was accused of losing massive value this year and drew sharp criticism online. In a social media post, the crypto investor said that the strategy behind the Liquid Alpha Fund “clearly is no longer serving our LPs.” He said the fund had been built for volatile markets and had once delivered results, but added that Asymmetric would now be “shifting away from liquid trading strategies” and toward longer-term investments in blockchain infrastructure. The decision comes after unconfirmed social media chatter that the liquid fund was down 78% this…

South Korea’s retail giant Lotte Group has taken a major step into blockchain. Its marketing and communications arm, Daehong Communications, has officially launched a tokenized voucher system on the Aptos blockchain. Through its subsidiary platform Giftiel, Daehong has issued over 1 million real-world vouchers on-chain. The rollout began in early July 2025 and has already attracted more than 500,000 users. These users now hold blockchain-based vouchers without needing to interact directly with any crypto tools or wallets. This move marks one of the largest real-world blockchain integrations in South Korea’s voucher and loyalty economy. Full Blockchain Integration via Aptos The…

Bitcoin price started a fresh increase above the $118,500 zone. BTC traded to a new high above $120,000 and recently started a downside correction. Bitcoin started a fresh increase above the $120,000 zone. The price is trading near $118,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $119,800 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another increase if it clears the $120,500 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Sets New ATH Bitcoin price started a fresh increase after it cleared the $116,500…

In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, where market movements can shift in the blink of an eye, some entities stand out for their consistent, long-term vision. One such player making significant waves is SharpLink Gaming, a name increasingly synonymous with strategic digital asset accumulation. Their latest move underscores a deep conviction in the future of decentralized finance and blockchain technology, particularly concerning Ethereum (ETH). If you’ve been following the institutional interest in digital assets, the recent actions of SharpLink Gaming ETH will certainly capture your attention. SharpLink Gaming ETH: Unpacking the Latest Strategic Acquisition SharpLink Gaming, a company primarily known…