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Russia sees first real estate deal settled in digital ruble ahead of full rollout

According to reports, Russia’s first real estate transaction with digital rubles has been carried out in Moscow with a nod from the country’s monetary authority. The news comes two years after the launch of a pilot project for the digital currency, scheduled for full introduction in stages starting a year from now. Russian buys Moscow apartment with digital ruble and QR code A real estate deal using Russia’s digital ruble for settlement has been conducted by majority state-owned bank VTB and a development company called PIK, local media revealed. According to the crypto news outlet Bits.media and Fontaka.ru, a client…

RegulationAug 29

BitMart pulls Hong Kong VASP application

Crypto exchange BitMart withdrew its application for a virtual asset service provider license in Hong Kong. According to the list of virtual asset trading platforms maintained by the Hong Kong regulator, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), BitMart withdrew its application on Thursday. This followed similar decisions by other crypto trading platforms. Major crypto exchange Bybit applied last year but withdrew its application at the end of May 2024. Similarly, OKX withdrew its application at the end of May, as did Gate. List of applicants whose licence applications have been returned, refused or withdrawn. Source: Hong Kong SFC As Cointelegraph…

ExchangesAug 29

SocioAgent Integrates PAI3’s AI Compute Infrastructure to Power Transparent, People-Powered AI Agent Social Network

PAI3, a decentralized AI infrastructure, today announced its strategic collaboration with SocioAgent, a social AI agent platform. The core of this partnership is the integration of PAI3’s AI computation infrastructure into SocioAgent’s network, a development that is set to enable SocioAgent to advance how its social AI agents function and interact in a private and verifiable manner. PAI3 is a decentralized AI ecosystem that allows businesses and people to contribute to AI development by sharing data or developing AI models. Unlike traditional AI networks controlled by a few dominant tech firms, PAI3 utilizes blockchain and an international network of user-powered…

BlockchainAug 29

Ethereum is Trading -11.25% Below Our Price Prediction for Aug 24, 2025

Disclaimer: This is not investment advice. The information provided is for general purposes only. No information, materials, services and other content provided on this page constitute a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or any financial, investment, or other advice. Seek independent professional consultation in the form of legal, financial, and fiscal advice before making any investment decision. Ethereum is down -3.53% today against the US Dollar Ethereum is currently trading 11.25% below our prediction on Aug 24, 2025 Ethereum gained 12.02% in the last month and is up 62.78% since 1 year ago ETH price is expected to rise by 9.96% in…

EthereumAug 29

OKX launches USDG automatic earning feature

Crypto exchange OKX has introduced a new passive income option for users holding USDG, a stablecoin issued by Paxos. Summary OKX launched the USDG Auto-Earning feature on August 28, 2025, enabling users to earn passive income directly from their USDG holdings. USDG is issued by Paxos Digital and regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), fully backed 1:1 with U.S. dollar reserves. Users can earn interest automatically without staking or locking funds, starting with as little as 1 USDG. According to an official announcement from OKX, the project called USDG Auto-Earning was launched on August 28, 2025, at 11:00…

ExchangesAug 29

Blockchain: The missing link in AI’s path to consciousness

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. The artificial intelligence space has been on a tear in the last few years. In 2025 alone, a report from the Guardian revealed that Big Tech had sunk more than $155 billion into the industry as companies tried to outdo each other. Summary AI’s missing piece — It can diagnose disease and write poetry, but lacks authentic awareness, which requires reflection, context, and subjective experience. Built on blockchain, decentralized AI lets agents share knowledge, learn in real…

BlockchainAug 29

Unpacking a Stunning $7.98 Million Profit Move

The cryptocurrency world is always buzzing with significant movements, and a recent transaction involving a prominent entity has certainly captured attention. We’re diving deep into a reported FBG Capital ETH deposit to Binance, which appears to have resulted in a substantial profit. This kind of on-chain activity offers valuable insights into the strategies of major players in the market. What Just Happened with This FBG Capital ETH Deposit? Recently, pseudonymous on-chain analyst EmberCN shared crucial information via X (formerly Twitter) about a notable crypto transaction. A wallet, widely believed to be under the control of the investment firm FBG Capital,…

EthereumAug 29

China's could give green light on yuan-pegged stablecoins as early this month

China is preparing to lift its long-standing crypto ban by legalizing yuan-pegged stablecoins before the end of August, according to Reuters. This would be the first time the country allows any form of stablecoin tied to its national currency. The decision is expected to be reviewed by the State Council, the highest administrative body in China, which will also decide how this stablecoin rollout fits into its larger strategy to push the yuan into wider global use. The proposal includes a detailed plan assigning roles to domestic regulators and setting benchmarks for the international use of the yuan. It also…

RegulationAug 29

Binance expands Execution Services by aggregating OTC liquidity providers

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has upgraded its Execution Services to aggregate spot and options liquidity from a broad network of providers alongside its own order books, as per information provided to Finbold on August 28. The move is designed to deliver tighter spreads and faster execution for institutional clients. Enhanced execution capabilities The new setup allows users to choose between instant over-the-counter (OTC) risk-pricing or fully managed bespoke execution through Binance’s algorithmic trading tools. The exchange currently supports Time Weighted Average Price (TWAP) and Percentage of Volume (POV) strategies, which can be run independently via the Binance VIP Portal or executed…

ExchangesAug 29

Arichain Taps CGPT.Fun to Innovate Web3 by Merging Memecoins and AI on BNB Chain

Arichain, a multi-dimensional L1 chain, has partnered with CGPTDotFun, the 1st combined platform for memecoin launching and AI Agents. The key objective of this partnership is to advance Web3 innovation by increasing engagement with blockchain and AI technologies. Announcing Arichain's Web3 Partnership Arichain X cgptdotfun@cgptdotfun is the first hybrid AI Agent and Memecoin launcher built natively on BNB Chain. It enables anyone to launch memecoins, autonomous AI Agents, or both (hybrids) in seconds with no code, no gatekeeping, and… pic.twitter.com/fBMFUp5wrK — Arichain 🟥 (@Arichain_) August 25, 2025 As revealed in Arichain’s official social media announcement, the development is anticipated to…

BlockchainAug 29