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Ethereum’s core development is progressing with the release of go-ethereum client version 1.17.5, codenamed ‘Grav-Torque Pad’, on July 27, 2026. This update includes maintenance fixes and significant strides toward the upcoming Amsterdam hardfork. The Amsterdam hardfork is a major protocol upgrade designed to enhance Ethereum’s Layer 1 capabilities, focusing on improved block processing, increased transaction throughput, and greater decentralization. Advancing Core Protocol Capabilities The v1.17.5 release specifically continues the implementation work for the Amsterdam hardfork, which is anticipated to be one of Ethereum’s most significant upgrades since The Merge.Latest Stories The Amsterdam upgrade, also known as Glamsterdam, is a two-layer…

Prediction market platform Kalshi rolled out its U.S. “Midterms Hub” as it seeks to position itself as the primary reference for election odds in the U.S The new hub will allow users to observe the outcomes speculators expect in individual U.S. Senate and House of Representatives as the country heads to elections in November, Kalshi said in a press release sent Wednesday. Kalshi said the Midterms Hub will provide a live snapshot of where users are willing to place their bet at any given time. “It’s designed as the one-stop-shop for state and federal election forecasting picture of where a…

Cosmos Labs, the core development team behind the Cosmos (ATOM) blockchain ecosystem, has acquired Mintscan, a widely used blockchain explorer for the Cosmos network, and simultaneously launched a new South Korean subsidiary, Cosmos Labs Korea, in Seoul. The move, first reported by The Block, signals a strategic push to deepen the project’s operational footprint in Asia and integrate critical infrastructure more closely with its core team. Acquisition Details and Strategic Rationale Mintscan has long served as the primary block explorer for Cosmos-based chains, allowing users to track transactions, validate blocks, and monitor network activity. By bringing Mintscan in-house, Cosmos Labs…

On Friday, a clever startup manufactured a viral media story about a Brazilian rancher securing a $19,600 loan by tokenizing 10 cows. However, omitted from the subsequent wall-to-wall media coverage was some very inconvenient context, such as the rancher’s seat on the board of a state-backed ranching fund, his massive herd, and plentiful access to traditional, real estate-based financing. When the story hit social media on Friday, crypto influencers applauded blockchain technologies extending credit to a farmer in need. Unfortunately, this feel-good story falls apart under the slightest scrutiny. Firstly, the rancher’s expansive, multi-generational real estate exceeds 1.3 square miles,…

Bitcoin [$BTC] is below its recent highs now, but it’s far from boring. Market dominance has been rising again and investors are still leaning on Bitcoin during uncertain times. Morgan Stanley’s recent ETF purchase also added to this trend. Bitcoin dominance rises, price takes a hit In mid-2025, Bitcoin was trading close to its highs, but its dominance was falling. At the time, traders were still willing to take more risk in altcoins. Source: X In 2026, things look different though. Bitcoin’s price has dropped from its local highs, and its dominance has moved back up. This tells us that…

Demand for tokenized gold has surged this year as physical bullion climbed to record highs, but very little of the asset is being put to work in decentralized finance, highlighting a major adoption gap, according to a new report by RedStone. Tokenized gold spot trading volume reached $90.7 billion in the first quarter as gold futures rallied above $5,600 per troy ounce. Yet only about $63 million worth of Tether Gold (XAUT) and PAX Gold (PAXG) is currently being used as collateral on Aave v3 and Morpho, RedStone said. That’s just 1.5% of the tokens’ combined $4.2 billion market capitalization.…

In brief Ethereum fell 1.53% to $1,890 on Wednesday, pulling back from a session high of $1,926 as traders froze ahead of the Federal Reserve’s rate decision. Spot $ETH ETFs attracted $14.53 million in inflows today, capping three straight weeks of net positive flows totaling $71.17 million in the seven days ending July 28. The “death cross” remains in place, but charts point to growing trend strength. The whole crypto market is in a holding pattern, eagerly awaiting the Federal Reserve’s next move. Bitcoin is hovering near $64,000 while the Fear & Greed Index sits at 29—deep in “fear” territory.…

An $XRP Ledger builder has rejected public $XRP price predictions as bold forecasts continue to circulate across the community. Mr. Cauliman said his focus remains on building products on XRPL, not giving targets. His comments came during a weak period for $XRP price. The token has struggled in recent months, while some analysts and influencers have continued to publish large long-term price calls. Cauliman avoids $XRP price predictions Cauliman said he does not make public predictions about $XRP’s future value. He said his daily work on the $XRP Ledger should explain his view better than a price target. “My silence…

Velo, a renowned blockchain protocol for user-friendly digital asset services, has announced a new upgrade for its self-custodial wallet, Orbit Plus. In this respect, Velo is unveiling a series of exclusive features that focus on enhancing user convenience, platform engagement, and account protection. As per Velo’s official social media announcement, this upcoming update is set to include improved account security, a referral system, and the management of multiple wallets to promote wider community engagement. Hence, the respective additions denote the next chapter in the current development roadmap of the platform. 🚀 Orbit Plus is getting an upgrade.New features are on…

A growing dispute within the Bitcoin community has shifted attention away from technical changes and toward broader questions about transparency, governance, and influence within Bitcoin Core development. The latest clash emerged after independent researchers and community members published extensive investigations examining events surrounding the removal of Bitcoin’s OP_RETURN standardness limit. While critics argue the reports reveal concerning patterns, others dismiss the findings as selective interpretations of public information. The disagreement has exposed deep divisions over how Bitcoin users should evaluate decisions made by influential developers and contributors. > AJ Towns joked publicly on IRC at 15:57 GMT on May 2,…