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It’s raining institutional activity across all corners of the digital asset ecosystem. Core Foundation, which leverages Bitcoin’s security and infrastructure to create a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) layer and a DeFi ecosystem, announced BitGo and KODA as validator sets for the Core network, marking a significant step forward in institutional adoption of Bitcoin-native DeFi. The onboarding of BitGo, a U.S.-qualified institutional-grade custodian and financial services company, brings a legacy of regulatory credibility and security-first principles to the validator set, now comprising 29 members, the press release shared exclusively with CoinDesk stated. Integrating with KODA, the South Korean institutional custodian powered by Nodeinfra,…
From traditional painting to NFTs, the American artist Jeff Davis has built a path that combines mathematical rigor, code, and color. An evolution that has made him a key figure in the world of cryptoart. “`html From the classrooms of Chicago to the discovery of color theory Architectural abstraction as a container of color The transition to digital: prints and absolute control The generative turning point: when art meets NFTs NFT: the discovery of a new frontier Physical Collaborations and New Dimensions From the classrooms of Chicago to the discovery of color theory “` Jeff Davis’s journey has deep academic…
The recent change in the assets in the crypto wallet of Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum (ETH) and one of the most recognizable names in the cryptocurrency world, is a matter of curiosity, especially after the rally. Buterin recently responded to allegations that he had sold ETH by saying that he had never sold ETH for personal expenses and that all of his sales were either for donations or to invest in projects that he thought were promising. However, the Ethereum price has seen a significant increase with the rally in the last month. The world’s largest altcoin has…
Conduit, a cross-border payments firm that uses stablecoins, has raised $36 million in a Series A round to expand its global payment rails. The round was led by Dragonfly and Altos Ventures, with backing from Circle Ventures and Digital Currency Group among others. Founded in 2021, the Boston-based startup offers real-time payments that blend crypto infrastructure with traditional finance systems. Its platform supports both stablecoins and local fiat currencies, helping businesses in markets with limited dollar access or unstable currencies move money more efficiently. The firm claims that its clients have saved over 60,000 hours in settlement time and avoided…
Merlin Chain (MERL) price rose sharply as Binance announced the launch of MERL perpetual futures. The MERL token, native to the Bitcoin layer-2 solution, reached highs of $0.13 and could target $0.20. Altcoins have often spiked in price after such announcements by Binance. Merlin Chain (MERL), a Bitcoin Layer-2 solution, has witnessed a significant price surge following a major announcement from Binance. On May 28, 2025, Binance revealed the launch of USD-margined MERL Perpetual Contracts, a move that has sparked renewed interest in the token. The news saw the price of Merlin Chain rise amid an increase in volume, with…
While studies continue within the scope of cryptocurrency regulations in Türkiye, a new announcement was made by the Central Registry Agency (MKK). Accordingly, the Central Registry Agency (MKK) announced that it has launched the Crypto Asset Central Registry System to ensure integration between MKK and Crypto Asset Service Providers. Within the scope of the Capital Markets Board’s (CMB) “Communiqué on the Establishment and Operating Principles of Crypto Asset Service Providers” and “Communiqué on the Working Principles and Principles and Capital Adequacy of Crypto Asset Service Providers” published in the Official Gazette on March 13, 2025, the function of the Central…
The SuiPlay0X1 is a crypto-fueled handheld console set to ship this summer, attempting to rival the Steam Deck by supporting not only traditional PC games but also blockchain experiences. At Token2049 in Dubai, we got our hands on the portable console for a brief preview of the soon-to-launch device. Purely as a gaming device, it appears solidly crafted with great specs and an impressive screen—but where it really sets itself apart is, of course, by using crypto. When you first pick up the device, the display quality immediately jumps out. While OLED panels have become the premium pick for many…
Binance has announced that it will be ending support for deposits and withdrawals of certain tokens over certain networks, effective June 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM ET. Binance to End Support for Certain Token Transactions on BNB Smart Chain Starting June 16 According to the announcement, the change will affect the following tokens: Stafi (FIS) via BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20) Measurable Data Token (MDT) on BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20) Binance warned that after the specified date and time, deposits made via the BNB Smart Chain for these tokens will not be credited to users’ accounts and may result in permanent…
At the ongoing Bitcoin 2025 Conference, Gemini presented a live demonstration that combined electric vehicle technology and Bitcoin mining. The company showcased a Tesla Cybertruck “Cyberbeast” edition, wrapped in a custom Bitcoin-themed vinyl, mining Bitcoin on-site using a Bitaxe device. The display was part of a broader marketing campaign around a sweepstakes promotion. Gemini Mines Bitcoin with a Cybertruck Specifically, Gemini’s demonstration showed how a Cybertruck, which boasts an 845-horsepower tri-motor system and 11,000-pound towing capacity, could double as a mobile mining rig. Mining bitcoin from the Cybertruck ⚡️ @SoloSatoshi pic.twitter.com/4rlyemPToV — Gemini (@Gemini) May 28, 2025 Interestingly, behind this…
Digital Commercial Paper (DCP), a fixed income asset secured by U.S. Treasuries and rated Prime-1 by Moody’s, is now live on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), a public blockchain built for the efficient tokenization of real-world assets. Administered by Guggenheim Treasury Services, one of the largest independent commercial paper platform managers in the world, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Guggenheim Capital, DCP is tokenized, issued, and managed through the Zeconomy platform. On the XRPL, DCP will leverage the network’s fast settlement, low transaction costs, and round-the-clock accessibility, modernizing the issuance, transaction, and integration of commercial paper into global treasury and…