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KAJ Labs Integrates Hive MCP to Power AI Agents with Real-Time Blockchain Context

Hive Intelligence, a blockchain infrastructure platform that provides AI agents with integrated access to real-time on-chain data, today announced a strategic collaboration with KAJ Labs, a decentralized research company designed to advance AI and blockchain technology. With partnership, KAJ Labs is well-positioned to advance its vision of developing the Web3 world, where blockchain and artificial intelligence efficiently combine to power innovative enterprise tools. Hive Intelligence is a blockchain infrastructure network with expertise in enabling AI agents to interact with real-time, cross-chain blockchain data via an integrated API. On the other hand, KAJ Labs is an innovative research firm specializing in…

BlockchainAug 26

Cap Labs attracts capital with EigenLayer-backed credit model

Cap Labs’ new stablecoin cUSD has seen rapid adoption since launch, climbing to $67.85 million in circulation over the past week, according to DefiLlama. Etherscan shows 2,735 holders of the token to date. The jump signals strong demand for Cap’s yield-layered digital dollar model, which combines regulated reserve assets with EigenLayer-powered credit underwriting. Built atop the newly launched Cap Stablecoin Network (CSN), cUSD is designed as a 1:1 redeemable stablecoin backed by assets like PayPal’s PYUSD, BlackRock-managed BUIDL, and Franklin Templeton’s BENJI. The yield-bearing version stcUSD — minted by staking cUSD — is enabled by a three-party system of lenders,…

DeFiAug 26

floor down up to 18% in the last week (week ended August 26, 2023), volumes still robust

-18% on the floor of blue-chip collections in the last week, withPudgy Penguins andBored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) among the most affected. Despite the sell-off ofEther, volumes remain sustained: Pudgy Penguins leads with over 2,100 ETH traded, as reported byNFT Price Floor and supplemented by data fromDefiLlama, with partial confirmations in the Web3 report byChainalysis and updated market data onCoinGecko. Update: analysis updated to August 26, 2025. The numbers reported refer to the week closed on August 26, 2023, unless otherwise indicated. In the weekly cross-monitoring between on-chain sources and market aggregators, we have verified consistent patterns of redistribution: list…

NFTAug 26

Securing Ethereum’s Base Layer Neutrality

In the fast-evolving world of cryptocurrency, maintaining the core principles of decentralization is absolutely vital. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently shared his insightful thoughts on safeguarding Ethereum base layer neutrality. He warned against the dangers of excessive centralization in block production, a topic crucial for the network’s future. Buterin’s vision emphasizes a robust defense strategy to keep Ethereum’s foundation fair and open for everyone. This isn’t just about preventing bad actors; it’s about building a system that can withstand future challenges and ensure true decentralization. Why is Ethereum Base Layer Neutrality So Important? The base layer of any blockchain is…

EthereumAug 26

Is the US Crypto Boom the Reason?

London’s once-prized IPO market has slumped to its weakest level in three decades, even as the US enjoys a resurgence powered by crypto and AI listings. The contrast reflects a structural realignment in global capital flows, with new-economy sectors choosing New York over London as their preferred launch pad. London IPO Market Stumbles to a Historic Low According to data reported by Barchart, London IPO fundraising in the first half (H1) of 2025 plunged to just £160 million (around $215 million) across five deals, marking the lowest since 1995. London Has Fallen London's IPO market plunges to its worst level…

RegulationAug 26

ULTILAND Taps Fableration to Fuse AI Publishing and Cultural RWAs on Solana

ULTILAND, a popular Web3 firm for creative and art-related real-world assets (RWAs), is excited to announce its groundbreaking partnership with Fableration, an AI-powered publishing platform. This partnership aims to give fair rewards to writers for their engaging work for readers. This partnership also generates a new pathway for publishing creative art in RWAs. We’re excited to announce our partnership with @Fableration —Fableration is a Solana-backed, AI-powered publishing platform that ensures fair rewards for writers and affordable, engaging content for readers.🌟 Together with ULTILAND’s cultural RWA ecosystem and Fableration’s… pic.twitter.com/omB1hQgQP4 — ULTILAND (@ULTILAND) August 23, 2025 With the core of this…

BlockchainAug 26

Aave reaches $41.1 billion TVL record, equivalent to being the 54th largest US bank

Aave reached an all-time high total value locked (TVL) of $41.1 billion on Aug. 24, positioning the decentralized lending protocol as the equivalent of the 54th largest US commercial bank by total deposits based on Federal Reserve data as of Jun. 30. The money market protocol would replace the Prosperity Bank, which has $38.4 billion in deposits, and would fall just $300 million short of surpassing Bank OZK. Considering the Fed lists 2,156 commercial banks in the US, Aave’s size is enough to place it among the top 2.5% largest banks in the country. DefiLlama data showed that including Aave’s…

DeFiAug 26

What to Expect for Ethereum (ETH) Price After the Record? Analyst Predicts Target for ETH and When the Bear Market Will Begin

Cryptocurrency analyst Joao Wedson made some noteworthy assessments about Ethereum (ETH) and the overall market. According to Wedson, Ethereum is entering a critical period, and the coming weeks hold both opportunities and risks. This could be the precursor to a new phase of reaccumulation, according to the analyst. Wedson predicts that algorithmic trading could intensify around the $7,000-$7,500 level. Wedson, noting Bitcoin's cyclical movements, said, “Approximately 28 days after the record high, ETH is likely to absorb a significant capital inflow from BTC. Current data suggests this pattern may reoccur.” Wedson noted that Ethereum's open interest has reached levels quite…

EthereumAug 26

Qitmeer Network Taps Nivana Soul to Merge DePINs with AI Digital Humans

Qitmeer Network, a public blockchain entity, has partnered with Nivana Soul, a Web3 platform that advances DePIN with AI. The partnership aims to integrate Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePINs) and the robust AI digital humans, fortifying user-driven value-sharing. As Qitmeer Network revealed in its latest social media post, the collaboration is poised to leverage BlockDAG technology of Qitmeer Network to advance the DePIN infrastructure. Additionally, the move paves the way for wider adoption of cutting-edge solutions and decentralized networks within the blockchain sector. We are proud to be partnered with @nivanasoul 🤝💪 Nivana Soul is pioneering the next evolution of…

BlockchainAug 26

The Exciting Future of Decentralized Lending is Near

The decentralized finance (DeFi) world is buzzing with anticipation! A major announcement has sent ripples across the crypto community: Aave founder Stani Kulechov has confirmed that Aave V4 will launch soon. This exciting news signals a significant leap forward for one of the most prominent lending protocols in the blockchain space. For anyone invested in the future of DeFi, the impending arrival of Aave V4 represents a pivotal moment, promising enhanced features and greater efficiency. What Makes Aave V4 So Anticipated? Aave has long been a cornerstone of decentralized lending, enabling users to lend and borrow cryptocurrencies without intermediaries. Each…

DeFiAug 26