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A recent report has compared the XRP Ledger to Chainlink, highlighting their similarities, differences, and institutional adoption trajectory. Prominent crypto research firm Messari painted this picture in a recent piece published on May 25. The report dissected the XRP Ledger and Chainlink’s blockchain, highlighting their technological niches and which is best suited for institutional adoption. XRP Ledger vs Chainlink According to the reports, the XRP Ledger is a decentralized public blockchain designed by Ripple Labs to drive a fast, cost-effective, and efficient cross-border settlement system. It leverages distributed ledger technology to facilitate payments, decentralized exchange (DEX) operations, and real-world asset…

Blazpay has announced its groundbreaking collaboration with Catton AI to transform the landscape of Web3 gaming. This partnership aims to usher in a new era of intelligence and adaptive gameplay that responds to the player’s behavior in real time. This advanced step will encourage user engagement among all decentralized gaming ecosystems. We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with @Cattontw – an innovative Web3 gaming project that merges AI with blockchain to create a dynamic, user-driven gaming ecosystem! 🤝With AI-powered NPCs that adapt to player behaviors, Catton AI is revolutionizing gameplay with… pic.twitter.com/nUogcaG7y2 — Blazpay (@blazpaylabs) May 26, 2025 Blazpay, a…

A trader with a history of making accurate predictions in the crypto space believes Bitcoin’s (BTC) multi-year uptrend is built on solid ground. Pseudonymous analyst Dave the Wave tells his 153,800 followers on the social media platform X that a repeat of BTC’s 2021 double-top pattern is doubtful. About four years ago, Bitcoin abruptly ended its bull market after failing to take out its resistance at $69,000 twice. Dave the Wave notes in his chart that a parabolic move preceded BTC’s 2021 market peak. The steep ascent left Bitcoin exposed as panic selling and massive liquidation events drove BTC from…

Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), controlled by the family of US President Donald Trump, aims to raise $3 billion to be used in cryptocurrency investments. According to the Financial Times, this funding will be provided through a $2 billion new capital raise and $1 billion in convertible bonds. TMTG’s strategy is similar to that followed by MicroStrategy, a software company that now has a market value of over $100 billion. MicroStrategy has attracted attention by purchasing billions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin through debt and equity issuance. The company’s secondary stock offering will be conducted at “at-the-market,” or close…

A substantial amount of SHIB meme coins has been pushed out of circulation over the past 24 hours, according to the recent data from the Shibburn tracking service. This massive burn has triggered a four-digit increase in the SHIB burn rate. SHIB burns surge 2,416%, millions of coins gone According to the recent update published by the aforementioned data source, over the first day, the metric that tracks the shrinking SHIB supply, SHIB burn rate, has jumped by 2,416.44%. The cumulative amount of meme coins that have been removed from the market this time permanently totals 53,913,481 SHIB. The three…

Blockchain Group, a Euronext-listed company, has announced a new convertible bond issuance, aimed at fundraising for a growing BTC treasury. The Blockchain Group aims to raise the equivalent of $72M with plans for buying additional BTC. Blockchain Group, an Euronext-listed company, announced a new bond valued at €63.3M ($72M) with plans to acquire more BTC. The company is the next public entity to pursue a leveraged strategy of building a BTC treasury. Following the announcement, ALTBG shares traded at $3.15 (€2.77), near their highest price for the year to date. ALTBG shares traded near their yearly high as the company…

Leading stablecoin issuer Circle denies its potential sale to San Francisco-based crypto companies Ripple Labs or Coinbase. A spokesperson affiliated with the USDC stablecoin issuer refuted the claim in a recent statement issued to PYMNTS. This follows reports that Circle was in informal discussions to sell itself to Coinbase or Ripple. In particular, a Fortune report suggested that Circle was exploring a sale at a valuation of $5 billion, which corresponds with the figure it is targeting for its Initial Public Offering (IPO). Despite these reports, the Circle spokesperson emphatically denied any plans to sell itself to another entity, including…

EVM smart contracts can now trigger Filecoin storage deals directly, using Axelar cross-chain messaging without leaving their native chains. The integration allows Ethereum, Polygon, and Avalanche apps to access decentralized storage in a seamless, contract-native way. Through Axelar integration, smart contracts that live on various EVM chains, such as Ethereum, Avalanche, or Polygon, can now directly initiate storage deals to Filecoin without having to leave their own “home.” So, there is no need to create a complicated bridging system or build your own storage pipeline from scratch. Everything can be done directly from the EVM contract, such as calling a…

Strategy Acquires 4,020 BTC Worth $427 Million Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has deepened its commitment to Bitcoin by purchasing 4,020 BTC for approximately $427 million in cash. The acquisition took place between April 26 and June 18, 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The company paid an average price of $105,000 per BTC, pushing its total Bitcoin holdings to 226,331 BTC—acquired for a combined cost of $8.33 billion at an average of $36,798 per BTC. This bold move solidifies Strategy’s position as the largest publicly traded corporate Bitcoin holder in the world. Market Reaction: Why Strategy’s Stock Fell…

This is a segment from the Empire newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. M&A season is in full swing. Sheraz Ahmed, managing partner at STORM Partners, told me that the acquisitions — and potential futures buys — “signal a shift.” “We’re moving from a fragmented ecosystem to one where a few dominant players are absorbing the best tech. That brings legitimacy, sure, but it also raises questions about decentralization,” he added. One big player looking to make a few more acquisitions is Coinbase. “We are looking at acquisition opportunities, doesn’t mean we swing at every pitch,” CEO Brian Armstrong told…