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Moca Foundation has announced the launch of Moca Chain, a Layer 1 blockchain focused on digital identity and user data. The chain will allow people, devices, and AI systems to manage and verify their digital credentials without using centralized platforms. The testnet is expected in Q3 2025, and the mainnet will follow in Q4 2025. Moca Chain will support verification of both on-chain and off-chain data across different blockchains. It will use decentralized storage, a cross-chain identity oracle, zkTLS (a method to prove web data), and on-chain verification. It is EVM-compatible and will use MOCA Coin for transaction fees, staking,…

Hong Kong is doubling down on its crypto and fintech ambitions with a clear message to the global market: it wants to become the go-to hub for cross-border digital asset management, and it’s giving itself two years to get there. Backed by a surge in fund registrations and a regulatory push to make crypto investing safer and more accessible, Hong Kong is rapidly positioning itself as a launchpad for digital finance in Asia and possibly the world. Its ambition is to go beyond being just another crypto-friendly jurisdiction. In a recent speech delivered at the Wealth Management Expo 2025, Paul…

Big news is making waves in the Web3 space! Humanity Protocol, the innovative project focused on preventing deep-fake issues using AI and blockchain technology, has just announced a significant move that’s set to energize a key part of the ecosystem. They are allocating a substantial sum – $2.2 million worth of their native H tokens – directly into the KaitoAI ecosystem. Understanding the Humanity Protocol Before diving into the specifics of the token allocation, let’s quickly touch upon what Humanity Protocol is all about. In an age where digital identity is increasingly crucial and simultaneously under threat from sophisticated AI-driven…

A recent ruling in a criminal court case classified crypto assets as money, which goes against the long-held crypto tax Australian office that counts crypto as capital gains. A court decision involving a federal police officer who allegedly stole 81.6 BTC in 2019 has resurfaced as more traders are contesting how cryptocurrency should be taxed in Australia. On May 19, Judge Michael O’Connell ruled that Bitcoin (BTC) should be treated as money rather than a taxable asset. This means that the judge declared that Bitcoin is more similar to the Australian dollar, rather than a speculative asset like gold, shares…

Kraken, one of the world’s oldest and most recognized cryptocurrency exchanges, has secured a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from the Central Bank of Ireland. The license allows the firm to offer fully regulated digital asset services across the European Economic Area (EEA). The approval is a major milestone for Kraken, which seeks to ramp up its European presence. The license will enable Kraken to offer services in all 30 EEA member states. MiCA began operating in 2024 and is viewed as the most extensive crypto regulation worldwide. It establishes clear rules for asset issuance, trading platforms, stablecoin issuers, and…

INTMAX, the next-generation protocol for all payment infrastructure and mathematically proven optimal solution, launches on Ethereum mainnet. Zug, Switzerland – June 26, 2025 – Ryodan Systems AG today officially announces the mainnet launch of Intmax, an Ethereum layer that redefines Layer 2. With an entirely new architecture and a radical stateless design that minimizes on-chain data, Intmax enables ultra-low-cost and privacy-preserving payments on Ethereum even under heavy network congestion. The Highly Anticipated Ethereum Layer 2 Solution The breakthrough behind Intmax lies in the Plasma architecture, a concept first spotlighted in 2017. While Plasma was ultimately deemed infeasible, Intmax has now…

This is a segment from the Supply Shock newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. On a long enough timeline, all companies will become Bitcoin companies. Some have just been there from the very start. PayPal, back when it was still owned by eBay, was an unknowing bedrock for the very first Bitcoin exchanges. And considering how often the two were lumped together — a tech duo flipping the script on online payments — Bitcoin and PayPal were almost adoptive siblings. One radical, one moderate. On This Day “Commerce on the internet has come to rely almost exclusively on financial institutions…

In the often-volatile world of crypto mining stocks, companies listed on major exchanges like Nasdaq face constant scrutiny, particularly regarding listing standards. Recently, AGM Group Holdings, a key player in developing crypto mining hardware, found itself under pressure, facing the potential threat of Nasdaq Delisting. However, the company has successfully navigated this challenge, securing its position on the prominent U.S. exchange. What Led to the Nasdaq Delisting Warning for AGM Group? AGM Group Holdings had previously received a formal warning from Nasdaq. The reason was straightforward: its share price had fallen below the required minimum bid price of $1. Listing…

Polyhedra, a popular blockchain infrastructure provider that uses state-of-the-art zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) technology, has collaborated with Aethir, a prominent decentralized cloud computing firm offering enterprise-level GPU resources for DeFi apps. The partnership focuses on the launch of a grant program to facilitate AI developers. The platform took to social media to reveal this development. Excited to announce @AethirCloud as an official Polyhedra Playmate!”AI developers face real challenges today in accessing scalable compute and reliable infrastructure,” said Bart Meyer, Polyhedra. “By joining forces with Aethir, we’re offering a full-stack solution, so teams… pic.twitter.com/CFUYMiJJX1 — Polyhedra (@PolyhedraZK) May 28, 2025 Polyhedra and…

Japan plans to reclassify crypto as financial products under new regulatory rules. The proposed changes would cut crypto taxes from 55% to around 20%. Bitcoin ETFs may finally be approved as part of Japan’s broader Web3 push. Japan is getting serious about crypto and the changes coming could shake up everything from taxes to Bitcoin ETFs. On June 24, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) released a document that could mark a turning point for the country’s approach to digital assets. Titled “Considerations regarding the structure of the system surrounding crypto assets,” the report confirms a new working group has been…