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Following a phase of consistent flows into spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), investors are taking a break. This cool-off period comes as ether (ETH) hovers about 15% from its recent all-time high (ATH), and BTC remains range-bound between $108,000 and $113,000. Analysts at the cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex revealed that Ethereum ETFs have just recorded their second-largest single-day outflow since their launch. Ethereum ETF Inflows Cool Off According to this week’s Bitfinex Alpha report, the 14-day average of net flows into Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs highlights the significant role these products have played in recent price action. Between May and August,…
The decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape is constantly evolving, presenting both immense opportunities and complex challenges for institutions and protocols looking to participate. A new player, Liquidity vault RockSolid, is making waves, recently securing a significant $2.8 million in pre-seed funding. This pivotal investment signals growing confidence in solutions that simplify DeFi access, promising a future where engaging with decentralized liquidity is no longer a daunting task. For many, navigating DeFi’s intricacies has been a major barrier; RockSolid aims to change that narrative. What is Liquidity Vault RockSolid and Why is it Important for DeFi? At its core, Liquidity vault RockSolid…
In a groundbreaking development for South Korea’s digital asset landscape, Korea Digital Asset (KODA), a prominent digital asset custody firm, has achieved a significant milestone. KODA has become the first virtual asset service provider (VASP) in the nation to receive the coveted KODA venture company certification from the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. This pivotal moment signals a major shift in how blockchain and cryptocurrency businesses are recognized and supported within the country’s regulatory framework. What Does KODA’s Venture Company Certification Truly Mean? For years, virtual asset service providers in South Korea faced an uphill battle when seeking venture company…
A significant milestone has been reached in the world of digital assets as the first-ever Core DAO Bitcoin staking ETP has officially made its debut on the prestigious London Stock Exchange. This groundbreaking development, initially reported by Cointelegraph, marks a pivotal moment for institutional investors seeking regulated access to Bitcoin’s yield-generating potential. For many, this listing represents a bridge between traditional finance and the innovative realm of decentralized applications, promising new avenues for investment and growth. Understanding the Core DAO Bitcoin Staking ETP and Its Significance An Exchange Traded Product (ETP) functions much like an Exchange Traded Fund (ETF), allowing…
Aave v4 is a protocol upgrade scheduled for Q4 2025 that introduces a Reinvestment Module and a revamped liquidation engine to improve liquidity and efficiency across multi-chain deployments, likely boosting AAVE utility and influencing AAVE price as protocol usage expands. Aave v4 introduces a Reinvestment Module and revamped liquidation engine for higher capital efficiency. Multi-chain strategy aims to expand Aave’s market presence and protocol utility across several blockchains. Industry data and historical v3 adoption suggest potential TVL and AAVE token demand increases following the Q4 2025 launch. Aave v4 upgrade in Q4 2025: how it may boost AAVE price and…
Ethereum treasuries have rapidly accumulated over 3% of circulating ETH, earning staking rewards that Bitcoin treasuries can’t. Bitcoin treasuries are crowded and facing consolidation, while Solana treasuries remain small. Analysts see Ethereum as the frontrunner due to scale, staking yield, and pre-approved buying strategies. Ethereum treasuries are in the spotlight and everyone’s buzzing about them. Publicly listed firms have been piling into ETH, scooping up a good chunk of the supply since June – worth over $16 billion. And these holdings are earning staking rewards, giving Ethereum an edge that’s hard to ignore. The debate has spilled into Reddit, where…
Bitcoin has dropped by nearly 20,000 times due to Bitcoin’s appreciation. If one iPhone is valued at $1,000 and Bitcoin trades at $111,952, the cost would be 0.0089 BTC. At its current price of $2.95, it would take around 338 XRP to buy a $1,000 iPhone. The price of Bitcoin has surged over the years, sharply increasing its purchasing power. As a result, the value of goods priced in Bitcoin has dropped dramatically. A clear example is the iPhone. In 2011, an iPhone 4 cost 162 BTC. Today, the situation looks very different. A new iPhone can be bought for…
In a recent tweet, Coinbase CEO and cofounder Brian Armstrong has revealed the crypto exchange’s decision to list two new local stablecoins: AUDD and XSGD. Coinbase will be listing two local currency stablecoins: AUDD and XSGD. These would be the first AUD- and SGD-denominated stablecoins on Coinbase. Coinbase is listing two new local stablecoins:🇦🇺 AUDD🇸🇬 XSGDLocal stablecoins will drive local crypto business growth and help to onboard many more new people to crypto. pic.twitter.com/ZFDX1y4A5O — Brian Armstrong (@brian_armstrong) September 24, 2025 AUDD is an Australian Digital Dollar issued by AUDC Pty Ltd, a fiat-backed stablecoin designed to be redeemable 1:1…
Binance on Thursday rolled out a new on-chain earnings option that brings one of decentralized finance’s biggest lending protocols directly into its Earn product lineup. The exchange announced the Aave-Plasma USDT Locked Product will go live on September 25, 2025, at 12:00 UTC as an upgraded offering for existing Plasma USDT Locked Product subscribers and as an open subscription for new users. According to Binance, subscribers, both new and existing, can begin earning USDT rewards sourced from Aave on the Plasma chain, with annual percentage rates rising to as high as 7% depending on lock-up duration. The move follows Binance’s…
Cryptocurrency asset manager Grayscale is preparing to stake part of its massive Ether holdings, a move that could signal confidence that US regulators will soon permit staking within exchange-traded products. Onchain data from Arkham Intelligence showed Grayscale transferred more than 40,000 Ether (ETH) on Thursday, activity consistent with positioning for staking rewards. Arkham noted that if confirmed, Grayscale would be the first US Ethereum ETF sponsor to stake its holdings. Source: Emmett Gallic Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) manages more than 1.06 million ETH, valued at over $4.8 billion. The firm launched ETHE in 2017 as a private placement vehicle, and…