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RZTO Partners with Assetswap.AI to Power AI-Driven Trading Capabilities, Empower Users to Unlock DeFi Potential

BlockchainOct 1

RZTO, an AI-powered blockchain-based rewards ecosystem that integrates mobile networks with decentralized technologies, today announced a strategic collaboration with Assetswap.AI, an AI interface layer for DeFi. This partnership enabled the integration of Assetswap.AI’s on-chain intelligent trading solution into RZTO’s blockchain network to advance the capability and effectiveness of the crypto platform. RZTO is an AI-driven mobile and crypto project (built on Solana) that connects mobile users with token rewards and blockchain technology. It enables mobile users to earn tokens through the use of their phone services. On the other hand, Assetswap.AI is an AI platform that enables Web3 platforms and…

DeFi Saver Launches New Protocol Exploration Tool

DeFiOct 1

The new Aave DeFi Explore page lets users browse and analyze the most important Aave market metrics and Aave positions across all six currently supported chains. Additionally, the Price slider tool enables users to simulate price changes and observe their impact on specific positions. DeFi Saverhas just launched the Aave DeFi Explore page, a comprehensive dashboard designed to keep users up to date with real-time Aave analytics and market changes. Designed to reduce uncertainty and improve transparency, Aave DeFi Explore aims to provide users with actionable insights by giving them a clearer understanding of the health and activity within the…

ETH Price Might Crash to $3,500 and Here's Why

EthereumOct 1

Ethereum Price on the Edge: $4,000 Support at Risk Ethereum ($ETH) is in a dangerous zone as it trades just above the $4,000 mark. After a sharp drop that briefly pushed the coin to $3,800, ETH has managed to claw back some ground—but the recovery looks fragile. With Bitcoin collapsing below $110,000, the pressure across the entire crypto market is weighing heavily on Ethereum, sparking fears of another breakdown toward $3,500. Ethereum price in USD for the past week - TradingView Why Is Ethereum Crashing? Several key factors are driving the current crash in Ethereum and the broader crypto market:…

Hong Kong to Issue Third Digital Bond Amid Market Demand

RegulationOct 1

Bloomberg recently reported that the Hong Kong government’s special brand HKSAR is about to issue the third batch of digital bonds (since 2023). Hong Kong is undoubtedly one of the growing nations in the cryptosphere and preparations for this issuance have already begun. Officials and branches have allotted the financial hub. This announcement is classified as one of the most high-profile updates. Let’s look further into this news that has the potential of blockchain-based capital markets. Rising Demand Backed by Recent Corporate Moves Shenzhen Futian Investment Holdings and Shandong Hi-Speed Group have made the blockchain bonds right before this huge…

Investment Platform IG Wins FCA Approval for Crypto License, Expands UK Offering

LegalOct 1

IG Group (IGG) secured a crypto asset license from the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), becoming the first London-listed firm to join the regulator’s crypto register, the company said in a press release Tuesday. The move paves the way for an expanded set of crypto services on its platform, IG said. The company, best known for its retail trading and investment products, initially rolled out crypto trading in June through a partnership with Uphold while its own application was under review. With full FCA approval, the company will soon allow customers to transfer digital assets directly in and out of…

Trader Who Bet $1B on Bitcoin, Returns With 3x Leveraged Long on Aster

ExchangesOct 1

James Wynn, the pseudonymous trader behind a billion-dollar BTC$109,499.04 bet earlier this year, is back. This time, Wynn is making a leveraged play on ASTER just days after being liquidated on the same token. Wynn has opened a new 3x leveraged long on ASTER, the native token of the emerging Aster perpetuals exchange, worth over $16,000, entering at $1.97 with a liquidation level around $1.57.The move was first spotted by Onchain Lens. While the dollar amount seems small compared to Wynn's previous positions, the trade is likely to be a hedge on a different position on Aster itself. "I’m farming…

Chainlink Poised to Power TradFi Shift to Blockchain, Jefferies Says

BlockchainOct 1

Chainlink could become a foundational layer for traditional finance as capital markets increasingly embrace blockchain infrastructure, according to a report from investment bank Jefferies following a call with Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov. The decentralized oracle network connects smart contracts to real-world data and off-chain systems, enabling advanced use cases like tokenized asset settlement, parametric insurance and cross-chain messaging. Jefferies said LINK (LINK), Chainlink’s native token, will benefit as tokenization accelerates. As of September, Chainlink secured $103 billion in assets through its oracle feeds, up from $23 billion in early 2024, supporting over 2,500 projects. Partnerships with institutions such as Swift,…

dLIMIT and dTWAP Now Live

DeFiOct 1

Tel Aviv — Omni Exchange, the cross-chain decentralized exchange, has rolled out Orbs’ dLIMIT and dTWAP protocols on Base, giving traders access to advanced order types that were once exclusive to centralized finance. — A Smarter Way to Trade With this integration, users can now: Place dLIMIT orders to lock in target prices automatically, without constantly watching the market. Execute dTWAP orders to split large trades into smaller intervals, reducing slippage and market impact. Both features run fully on-chain, powered by Orbs’ Layer-3 execution technology, combining DeFi transparency with the efficiency of CeFi-style trading. “Integrating Orbs’ dLIMIT and dTWAP protocols…

$1,730,000,000 in 3 Days, Ethereum Whales Have Hidden Agenda

EthereumOct 1

Ethereum (ETH) has, in the last 72 hours, traded below the critical $4,000 price level as it failed to stabilize above this price. The price dip has not stopped Ethereum whales from aggressively accumulating the asset within the period. In the past three days, these large holders have received 431,018 ETH from different exchanges. Ethereum price reclaims $4,000 amid whale-driven volatility As spotted by Lookonchain, an on-chain analytics platform on X, this acquired volume of Ethereum is worth $1.73 billion. The whales withdrew the assets from different exchanges, including Kraken, BitGo, Galaxy Digital and OKX. The 431,018 ETH were moved…

APAC Leads Global Crypto Growth As Stablecoins Hit $280B

RegulationOct 1

APAC is becoming the driver of global crypto activity. Transaction volume in the region jumped 69 percent year over year, hitting 2.36 trillion dollars. That is almost a trillion more than last year and shows how quickly demand for digital assets is shifting east. India, Pakistan, and Vietnam stand out here, not because of friendly rules but because people use crypto for daily needs like remittances, savings, and investment. India continues to lead the world in adoption. It ranks first across retail, institutional, DeFi, and decentralized activity, despite heavy taxes and strict rules. With over 107 million users, India has…