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Helios Blockchain Taps TEN Protocol to Accelerate Ethereum’s Cross-Chain Interoperability

Helios Blockchain, a next-gen blockchain infrastructure provider, has partnered with TEN Protocol, which enhances Ethereum’s encryption and scaling. The partnership is focused on TEN Protocol’s integration into Helios Blockchain’s Hyperion modules to back unparalleled execution across chains for dApps. As Helios Blockchain’s official announcement reveals, the collaboration denotes a revolutionary step toward unveiling the full potential of Ethereum. Hence, this move is anticipated to fortify the ecosystem with developer empowerment via more interoperable, scalable, and secure tools. Helios x @tenprotocol: Scaling the Future with Hyperion ☀️ We’re excited to announce our collaboration with TEN Protocol – the network that scales…

BlockchainSep 14

Pivotal Juncture Will Determine ETH’s Next Big Move

Ethereum is trading near $4.3K, testing critical supports inside its long-term ascending channel. The market now sits at a pivotal juncture, with upcoming sessions likely to determine whether ETH stabilises for another push higher or slips into a deeper retracement. Technical Analysis By Shayan The Daily Chart On the daily chart, Ethereum remains within its ascending channel, yet momentum has begun to weaken. The RSI has formed a bearish divergence against the price: while ETH posted higher highs, the RSI recorded lower highs, signalling fading bullish strength. The price action is currently pressing against the channel’s mid-support around $4,200, a…

EthereumSep 14

Kraken’s Breakout Bet Could Normalize Prop Trading Across the Crypto Industry

Kraken has taken a decisive step to expand its footprint in active trading by acquiring Breakout, a crypto-native proprietary trading firm. The deal marks the first time a top-tier exchange has integrated a “prop trading arm” directly into its ecosystem, potentially signaling a new wave of gamified trading products in crypto. What Breakout Brings Breakout operates a familiar model for traders in forex and futures: participants pay a fee to enter a challenge or evaluation phase. If they meet profit targets without breaching drawdown limits, they unlock access to a funded account, in Breakout’s case, with up to $200,000 in…

ExchangesSep 14

Sushi Expands Multi-chain Reach with Berachain Integration

Sushi has officially launched on Berachain, bringing its swap interface and aggregator pricing to the emerging Layer-1 today (September 11, 2025). The move lets users trade Berachain-native assets directly through Sushi’s familiar UI. Berachain is a high-performance, EVM-compatible Layer 1 built with the Cosmos SDK that uses a novel Proof-of-Liquidity (PoL) consensus mechanism, a design intended to tie chain security to deep on-chain liquidity provisioning. The project’s docs explain PoL as an evolution of classical staking models that reward active liquidity participation. Supporting 40+ Chains On the user side, the integration is straightforward. Sushi’s Aggregator powers swaps on Berachain, aiming…

BlockchainSep 14

Ethereum price drops again, what’s behind the crash?

Ethereum is once again sliding, clocking in around $4,360 today after a volatile run in recent weeks. The recent dip raises questions about what’s driving this renewed sell-off. Summary Ethereum is trading at about $4,360, down 7% in the past week and 12% from its August 25 all-time high of $4,946. On-chain data shows whales sending thousands of ETH to exchanges, while U.S. spot Ether ETFs saw $135 million in outflows on September 2. September has historically been a weak month for crypto, with Bitcoin averaging 4% losses and Ethereum often following. At press time, Ethereum (ETH) trades at approximately…

EthereumSep 14

Unprecedented $516M Investment Signals Explosive Growth

The digital world is buzzing with a powerful new synergy: the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency. This exciting blend, often referred to as Crypto-AI projects, is not just a theoretical concept; it is attracting significant capital. This year alone, these innovative ventures have pulled in a staggering $516 million in investments, showcasing a robust and growing interest from major players in the tech and finance sectors. Why Are Investors Flocking to Crypto-AI Projects? According to DL News, the $516 million raised by Crypto-AI projects through August surpasses the total investment for all of the previous year by a…

RegulationSep 14

Biggest direct on-chain investment yet?

One whale wallet received $375M in stablecoins from top crypto companies, originating from some of the biggest crypto holders and influencers. The receiver reportedly performed one of the biggest direct on-chain raises. A mysterious new wallet received $375M in stablecoins within just a few hours. The entity, still unnamed by Arkham Intelligence, kept receiving funds from exchanges, as low as 20 USDT from the Binance hot wallet. The biggest single transaction was for 3M from the Mantle Eco Fund, followed by 2.8M USDT from Coinbase Prime. The inflow of stablecoins on the Ethereum chain also suggests the potential for financing…

ExchangesSep 14

Vanar Kickstart Program Gains Momentum with Hotcoin Global Collaboration

Vanar, a popular blockchain entity to increase Web3 adoption, has partnered with Hotcoin Global, a prominent crypto exchange. The collaboration intends to boost Vanar’s Kickstart program, offering unique opportunities to blockchain projects via the comprehensive trading infrastructure of Hotcoin Global. The official social media announcement shared by Vanar discloses that the partnership will deliver seamless listing opportunities along with special benefits to the startups. Keeping this in view, the joint effort is anticipated to fortify the accessibility of the latest blockchain ventures across the Asia-Pacific industry and beyond. New Kickstart partner: @HotcoinGlobal A global trading platform serving millions of users…

BlockchainSep 14

Ethereum Spot ETFs Recorded Large Outflows While No Inflows! Here's All the Data

As volatility continues in crypto markets, Ethereum spot ETFs recorded a total net outflow of $135 million on September 2. According to SoSoValue data, none of the nine Ethereum spot ETFs saw inflows, while investors largely turned to selling. Ethereum Spot ETFs Experience $135 Million Outflow The largest outflow occurred through Fidelity's FETH ETF. The fund saw $99.23 million in outflows in just one day, yet its historical net inflow stands at $2.66 billion. This suggests continued long-term interest, but increased short-term profit-taking. Bitwise's ETHW ETF came in second. The fund lost $24.22 million in a single day. ETHW's cumulative…

EthereumSep 14

MicroStrategy S&P 500 Inclusion: The Unexpected Snub

The financial world buzzed with anticipation, yet a recent decision sent ripples through the market. MicroStrategy S&P 500 inclusion, a highly anticipated event for the largest publicly traded holder of Bitcoin, did not materialize. This unexpected snub left many on Wall Street surprised, impacting MSTR’s stock performance. Why Did MicroStrategy S&P 500 Inclusion Fail? Wall Street had high hopes for MicroStrategy (MSTR). The company, known for its significant Bitcoin holdings, met key eligibility requirements for the prestigious S&P 500 index. Many analysts and investors believed its entry was almost a certainty. However, the S&P Dow Jones Indices committee decided otherwise,…

RegulationSep 14