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200+ Digital Artists Redefine Blockchain Creativity

Berlin — When the world thinks of NFTs, many still picture the hype of 2021: skyrocketing prices, profile pics, and speculative frenzies. But in Berlin this November, Art on Tezos is staging a very different story. — Over 200 artists—from pioneers like Lauren Lee McCarthy and Kevin Abosch to experimental collectives like TeleNFT—are coming together for a three-day showcase that highlights how blockchain art has matured into genuine cultural practice. Expect live on-chain performances, teletext experiments fresh off Ars Electronica, and immersive installations that show how art, technology, and community intersect on the Tezos blockchain. Beyond the Hype Art on…

NFTSep 18

BlackRock just bought over $600 million of these 2 cryptocurrencies

BlackRock, the world’s biggest asset manager, is doubling down on crypto. On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, the company purchased more than $620 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in a single day. Data shows that BlackRock added 2,270 BTC, worth about $262.7 million, and 78,922 ETH, worth $357.4 million. This brings its total Bitcoin stash to more than 757,000 BTC, valued at $87.23 billion, and Ethereum holdings to 3.68 million ETH, valued at $16.95 billion. According to analyst Thomas Fahrer, BlackRock now controls 762,000 BTC through its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). A chart of IBIT flows shows how…

EthereumSep 18

$1.4B V Global Crypto Scam Accomplices Avoid Jail Time in Korea

Three people involved in a bogus crypto exchange that defrauded 50,000 victims out of more than $1.4 billion will avoid jail time. The unnamed accomplices were sentenced for their roles in running V Global in South Korea, and ordered to pay substantial fines. A 60-year-old woman known only as "Ms. A" was fined about $436,000, while 63-year-old "Ms. B" faces a $307,000 penalty. The judge concluded a 57-year-old man referred to as "Mr. C" must pay $186,000. All three were given three-year prison terms, suspended for five years, meaning they'll avoid the inside of a jail cell as long as…

LegalSep 18

Binance Ends MANTRA (OM) ERC20 and BEP20 Network Support Sept. 26

Binance will disable MANTRA (OM) ERC20 deposits and ERC20/BEP20 withdrawals on September 26, raising the risk of permanent asset loss for users who continue sending tokens over unsupported networks. Key Deadline and Restrictions Starting September 26, 2025, at 03:00 UTC, Binance will no longer credit MANTRA (OM) deposits made through Ethereum’s ERC20 network. Withdrawals via both ERC20 and BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) will also be disabled at the same time. The exchange warned that deposits sent to ERC20 addresses after the cutoff will not be credited and may result in a permanent loss of funds. Users will need to rely…

ExchangesSep 18

Vanar Taps ChainSafe to Transform the Future of Blockchain Gaming

Vanar, a Web3 launchpad to empower global builders, has announced its groundbreaking collaboration with ChainSafe. This partnership represents a remarkable step forward for Vanar’s kickstart program for the advanced blockchain gaming. Through this program, Vanar is set to provide essential tools, support, and infrastructure to game studios. By doing this, the platform aims to make them thrive in the competitive landscape of Web3. New Kickstart partner: @ChainSafeth A leading Web3 development studio helping teams deliver blockchain-enabled games with world-class technology and expertise. pic.twitter.com/EBtfEu0pSk — Vanar (@Vanarchain) September 17, 2025 The platform has announced the news through its official X account.…

BlockchainSep 18

Is a Historic Surge Ahead?

TL;DR ETH tests a key resistance for the seventh time, signaling strong bullish pressure building. Bullish crossover on 10/20 SMAs historically led to rallies of 24% and 60% in ETH. Above $4,780 confirms strength; below $4,200 risks neutral trend shift, says MisterSpread. Ethereum Faces Key Resistance Range Ethereum (ETH) is trading close to a strong resistance zone between $3,750 and $4,950. This price range has been tested several times since 2021, but has not been cleared. A recent chart from Merlijn The Trader shows seven separate attempts to break above this level. Each time, the asset moved higher but was…

EthereumSep 18

Bitcoin, beatings, and a billionaire’s vendetta: Georgia’s Bachiashvili case

A former aide to Georgian de facto leader Bidzina Ivanishvili is being held as a “personal prisoner” of the billionaire politician after being convicted of stealing $43 million worth of bitcoin (BTC). Giorgi Bachiashvili, who had previously been Ivanishvili’s “right-hand man,” was convicted in May 2025 and sentenced to 11 years in prison for misappropriating 8,986.86 BTC and laundering the funds. However, according to Bachiashvili’s mother, her son is the victim of a “personal vendetta” by Ivanishvili who she has called “evil,” and says is without humanity or empathy. She also claims that Bachiashvili has been violently beaten in his…

LegalSep 18

London Stock Exchange launches blockchain platform for private funds

The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) has launched a blockchain-based infrastructure platform for private funds, making it the first major global stock exchange to launch such a system. The platform, called Digital Markets Infrastructure (DMI), supports the full lifecycle of digital assets, from issuance and tokenization to post-trade settlement. It was developed with Microsoft and runs on Microsoft Azure, the exchange said Monday. LSEG said the system is designed to provide interoperability between distributed ledger technology and traditional financial systems as part of its goal to become the first global exchange group to support clients across the “full funding continuum.”…

ExchangesSep 18

JANCTION Forges Alliance with AltLayer to Enhance Blockchain Interoperability

JANCTION is excited to announce its groundbreaking alliance with AltLayer to drive blockchain scalability and interoperability. This partnership aims to provide a greater roll-up technology support and boost the efforts of joint marketing. With this, the collaboration is set to empower the blockchain community by providing them with greater awareness and adoption. 🚀 Partnership Announcement 🚀 JANCTION is excited to announce a partnership with @alt_layer, a leading Rollup-as-a-Service (RaaS) provider! 🎉 Through this collaboration, JANCTION and Altlayer will enhance Rollup technology support and drive joint marketing efforts. By… — JANCTION Global Official Account (@JANCTION_Global) September 17, 2025 JANCTION, a blockchain…

BlockchainSep 18

Ethereum Faces Validator Bottleneck With 2.5M ETH Awaiting Exit

Ethereum’s proof-of-stake system is facing its largest test yet. As of mid-September, roughly 2.5 million ETH — valued at roughly $11.25 billion — is waiting to leave the validator set, according to validator queue dashboards. The backlog pushed exit wait times to more than 46 days on Monday, the longest in Ethereum’s short staking history, dashboards show. The last peak, in August, put the exit queue at 18 days. The initial spark came on Sept. 9, when Kiln, a large infrastructure provider, chose to exit all of its validators as a safety precaution. The move, triggered by recent security incidents…

EthereumSep 18