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Major crypto exchange Binance has revealed the addition of two cryptocurrencies, Hedera (HBAR) and Sui (SUI), to the BNB Smart Chain (BSC) network. In a new official post today, Aug. 15, Binance stated it has completed the integration of Hedera (HBAR) and Sui (SUI) on the BNB Smart Chain (BSC) Network, with deposits and withdrawals now open. Hedera (HBAR) is the 17th largest cryptocurrency with a market capitalization of $10.45 billion and trading at $0.246. SUI ranks as the 14th largest cryptocurrency with a market valuation of $10.45 billion and trading at $3.69. The move remains significant since it expands…

After Ethereum (ETH) came within touching distance of its $4,878 all-time high last week before pulling back to around $4,448, on-chain flows reveal a stark divide in behavior. It suggests that retail is panicking, while institutions are quietly hoarding. Bitcoin and Ether both cooled off after last week’s highs. BTC price dropped around 5% from its fresh ATH of above $124,400 to the $117,000 zone. This moved the cumulative crypto market to print red indexes on Saturday morning and to drag below the $4 trillion cap. Its 24-hour trading volume is down by 32% to stand at $180 billion. ICO…

A recent working paper from the Central Bank of Malaysia has identified XRP and bitcoin as potential alternatives to traditional monetary and payment systems. Digital Assets Could Replace Bank Deposits A recent working paper from the Central Bank of Malaysia (CBM) has identified XRP alongside bitcoin ( BTC) as potential “alternatives to the current monetary and payment instruments.” The paper, which examines the fundamentals of what the CBM calls modern money and its application to a central bank digital currency (CBDC), posits that these digital assets could eventually replace currency in circulation (CIC) or bank deposits if they become widely…

Anyone tracking XRP’s on-chain flows over the past few weeks would have noticed a consistent pattern: anonymous wallets have been sending millions of XRP to Coinbase, and these transfers have been massive. The latest transfer happened earlier today when 16.71 million XRP — just over $51.8 million — moved from an address with no public ties to Coinbase. This amount is not random; it is nearly identical to the “slice size” that has repeatedly appeared in major U.S. exchange’s recent wallet reshuffles. The backstory begins in June when an “XRPWallets” account mapped 52 cold wallets linked to Coinbase. Ten of…

ETHZilla – originally 180 Life Sciences – recently completed a $425 million PIPE financing backed by over 60 institutional and crypto‑native investors. Some of its participants include: Harbour Island, Electric Capital, Polychain Capital, GSR, Omicron Technologies, and Lido, among others. In this interview, we speak with McAndrew Rudisill, the incoming chairman of ETHZilla’s board of directors, to understand how the firm plans to leverage the DeFi Council’s non-binding advisory input, uphold accountability, and stay fully committed to Ethereum, avoiding altcoin diversification even as broader market trends shift in that direction. 1. You aim to outperform traditional ETH staking using a mix of staking, lending,…

A study revealed that stablecoins represented 43% of cryptocurrency transactions in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024, significantly outpacing bitcoin’s 18.1% share. Transaction Growth and Nigerian Dominance According to a study, stablecoins accounted for 43% of cryptocurrency transactions in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) in 2024, more than double that of bitcoin (18.1%). Nigeria and South Africa lead the SSA in stablecoin adoption, while Ethiopia, Zambia, Mauritius, Kenya, and Ghana saw the biggest increases in stablecoin use. Ethiopia and Zambia both recorded year-on-year (YOY) growth in stablecoin use exceeding 100%. The report cites the Ethiopian birr’s devaluation by 30% in July of last year…

A significant event recently captured the attention of the cryptocurrency community: a new wallet executed a substantial Chainlink (LINK) withdrawal from the Binance exchange. This particular transaction involved a staggering 455,298 LINK tokens, valued at approximately $10.2 million, moved within a short four-hour window. This LINK whale transaction, as reported by blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain, immediately sparked discussions about its potential implications for the broader crypto market. Understanding such large movements is crucial for anyone tracking digital asset trends, as they often signal shifts in investor sentiment or strategic positioning. What Does a Large Chainlink (LINK) Withdrawal Signify? When a…

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently shared his perspective on the role of treasury companies in the ecosystem, highlighting both their potential benefits and risks. In an interview with the Bankless podcast, Buterin jokingly referred to the U.S. government as his favorite “treasury company,” noting his appreciation for the times when authorities confiscated stolen Ethereum. The pros and cons of treasuries Ethereum treasuries involve companies allocating part of their corporate reserves to Ether (ETH), giving investors indirect exposure to the cryptocurrency. Buterin acknowledged the benefits of this practice, saying treasury firms provide an alternative vehicle for people to access ETH. “Having…

The trading portfolio of famed crypto whale “Machi Big Brother” is back in the black, now showing over $30 million in profit. A look at his top three holdings, Ethereum, Hyperliquid, and PUMP, reveals a mixed bag of performance that perfectly captures the current state of the crypto market. Machi Big Brother(@machibigbrother)’s profits are back — now exceeding $30M.He is long on $ETH, $HYPE, and $PUMP.Current positions:11,900 $ETH($51M)500,000 $HYPE($21.68M)250M $PUMP($907.5K)https://t.co/fk2wRZjZpx pic.twitter.com/PkYpMZzLOM — Lookonchain (@lookonchain) August 12, 2025 Ethereum (ETH): The Stable Anchor Ethereum continues to be the anchor of Machi’s portfolio, with his 11,900 ETH stake now valued at roughly…

Blazpay, an advanced DeFi platform offering next-gen financial services with AI, has partnered with Coconut, a LINE-native L2 blockchain solution. The main purpose of this collaboration is to merge the AI-led DeFi capabilities of Blazpay with the privacy-first, scalable, and rapid L2 infrastructure of Coconut to advance social payments in the Web3 sector. Blazpay’s social media announcement discloses that the development will incorporate stablecoin support for the provision of borderless and seamless payment experiences. Hence, the users can anticipate improved accessibility, scalability, and privacy in DeFi transfers with this move. We’re excited to announce our partnership with@coconutsL2 – the LINE-native…