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The cryptocurrency world constantly evolves, bringing new opportunities for participants. A significant development recently emerged with the launch of the USD1 Points Program by World Liberty Financial (WLFI) on the popular Gate.io Exchange. This initiative aims to engage users by offering various ways to earn valuable DeFi Rewards, enhancing the utility of the USD1 token within the broader digital asset landscape. It marks an exciting step for those looking to expand their involvement in crypto through innovative earning mechanisms. What Exactly is the USD1 Points Program? World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a DeFi project reportedly linked to the Trump family, made…

Ether (ETH), the native token of the Ethereum blockchain that turned 10, just had its best July performance in three years. The second largest cryptocurrency climbed more than 50% in July, peaking at $3,940 before easing below $3,800 towards the end of the month. The last time ETH rose this much in a single month was July 2022, rebounding from the depths of the crypto crash marked by high-profile implosions of Terra-Luna, Three Arrows Capital and Celsius. ETH monthly returns (CoinGlass) This time, the rally has a different driver with money pouring in from capital markets. U.S.-listed spot ETH exchange-traded…

The Pakistan government has recently made another crucial decision to induct crypto into the country’s mainstream financial sector. As per the latest reports, the Pakistani authorities are planning to increase the crypto incorporation by commencing official adoption in banking, gold trading, and forex operations. This development highlights the country says welcome to Web3 technologies in a bold move to bolster its economic status. This initiative is anticipated to be highly impactful as the country will also allow financial institutions to legally offer crypto services by providing them with licenses. PCC CEO Reveals Pakistan’s Plan for Mainstream Crypto Adoption In this…

Solana Labs and Jito Labs have been served a Pump Fun lawsuit accusing the two firms of acting as “co-conspirators” in the memecoin platform’s alleged $1.5 billion illegal casino enterprise. Legal firm Wolf Popper, who filed the lawsuit alongside fellow legal firm Burwick Law last month, served the defendants this week. Defendants will now have 21 days after being served to file a response or motion. Alongside the two crypto firms, Solana Foundation’s General Counsel, Executive Director, and Head of Communications, Yelena Cavanaugh, Dan Albert, and Austin Federa, respectively, have also been served. Read more: Pump Fun judge questions Burwick…

South Korea-based cryptocurrency exchange Upbit announced that it will launch the digital asset Story(IP) in KRW, BTC and USDT pairs on August 8, 2025. Upbit Will List Story(IP) Coin on KRW, BTC and USDT Markets According to the exchange’s statement, IP token deposits will begin within 1 hour and 30 minutes of the announcement, with transaction support becoming active at 1:00 PM Turkish time. Deposits and withdrawals can only be made via the IP-Story network. Transaction Restrictions and Price Information Buy orders will not be allowed for the first 5 minutes after the start of trading support. Again, in the…

The Ethereum price fell as low as $3,670 yesterday after the FED chairman announced that they are not planning to cut interest rates and they will remain the same, around 4.25%-4.50%. Although this downward impulse did not last long, it returned to the price of $3860, absorbing all the sell pressure. Volatility dies down on $ETH, which makes it likely that we’re going to be seeing a top around the $4K area in the short-term and then a short-lived correction. Things are building up for a perfect bull market for the coming 12-24 months on the #Altcoins. pic.twitter.com/ic0oEE3YLX — Michaël…

Yesterday’s partial verdict in U.S. v. Roman Storm is about more than the fate of one Tornado Cash developer. It dampens hopes of giving DeFi protocols greater access to the US market by sending chills through the entire open‑source community. Storm was found guilty under 18 U.S.C. § 1960(b)(1)(C), which treats noncustodial code as “money transmitting” and thus a criminal offense, if it’s used by anyone for illicit purposes. In the words of Ethereum core developer Preston van Loon: “This is a dark day for crypto and [Roman Storm].” Sketchy legal foundations At issue in rendering a verdict was how § 1960 defines “money transmission.”…

Get ready for some exciting news in the crypto world! Binance Alpha, the dedicated on-chain trading platform within Binance Wallet, is set to add the Baby Shark Universe (BSU) token on August 9. This highly anticipated listing focuses on bringing promising, early-stage crypto projects to a wider audience, and it includes a special treat for eligible users: exclusive token airdrops! What is Binance Alpha and Why is This Listing Significant? Binance Alpha is not just another trading platform; it is a specialized hub within the Binance ecosystem. It focuses specifically on discovering and featuring early-stage crypto projects, providing them with…

Stablecoin issuer Tether has surpassed South Korea in the number of U.S. treasury bond holders after it issued more assets with total exposure to U.S. Treasuries. How much U.S. debt does the firm hold? Summary Tether’s U.S. Treasury reserves surpass South Korea, Germany and United Arab Emirates. Tether continues to generate net profit, reaching $4.9 billion in Q2 2025 alone. According to data from analysis firm Messari, the Paolo Ardoino-led company has climbed the ranks and surpassed three sovereign states in the number of U.S. treasury bonds it holds. On August 1, the firm was able to surpass South Korea,…

The White House announced that President Donald Trump has kept his campaign promise to “make the future of crypto American.” In the statement, it was argued that President Trump has taken important steps regarding both cryptocurrency regulations and artificial intelligence policies. In a speech on May 26, 2024, Trump promised, “I will stop Joe Biden’s campaign to crush crypto. The future of crypto and Bitcoin will be shaped in the United States.” According to the White House, this promise was implemented with the GENIUS Act. The law established a comprehensive regulatory framework for the stablecoin market and aimed to maintain…