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DeFi Dev enables cross-chain purchases of tokenized stock DFDVx

DeFi Development Corp., a Solana treasury company, has partnered with the cross-chain trading protocol Mayan to bring direct purchases of its tokenized stock to users across top blockchain networks. Summary Solana treasury company DeFi Dev adds cross-chain purchases of tokenized stock DFDVx. DFDVx will be available for cross-chain swapping across Ethereum, BNB Chain and Base among other chains. DeFi Dev holds 999,999 SOL as it ramps up its Solana treasury efforts with staking and validator operations. Nasdaq-listed DeFi Development Corp., which has emerged as a top Solana (SOL) treasury strategy provider, announced a partnership with Mayan to enable users to…

DeFiJul 25

Wild price swings hit tokenized stocks hours after launch

Crypto bros say they’re rebuilding Wall Street on-chain. They say tokens tied to real-world shares like Nvidia, Apple, and even Elon Musk’s Tesla can make global investing easier, but the second you start paying attention, it’s just chaos, fake prices, legal headaches, and zero guardrails. At the end of June, Robinhood, Kraken, Gemini, and Bybit introduced blockchain versions of American stocks and ETFs for users outside the U.S. Robinhood tried to steal the show with a dramatic event in France. They even themed it after a Hitchcock film. But things didn’t go as planned. Their tokens, built for companies like…

MarketsJul 25

Arthur Hayes-linked wallet bags $2M worth of AAVE and LDO in an OTC deal

An address possibly linked to a BitMEX co-founder has received DeFi tokens worth $2.05 million. The transaction involved 3,033 AAVE and 1.1253 million LIDO. Flowdesk sent the assets, suggesting a potential over-the-counter purchase. The altcoin narrative is gaining steam as Ethereum starts to outperform the markets. ETH, SOL, and XRP surged up to 10% in the past 24 hours while the largest cryptocurrency by value remained calm above $118,600. Amidst the shifting trends, crypto sleuths observed an interesting transaction linked to a wallet believed to be that of BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes. The address received 3,033.14 AAVE and 1.1253 million…

AltcoinsJul 25

Russian authorities implicate illegal mining for 200% spike in video card sales

Russian demand for video cards used for cryptocurrency mining saw a significant increase this year as higher crypto prices and low electricity rates in some areas spurred illegal coin mining activities. Financial losses caused by the phenomenon this year are expected to exceed the 10 billion rubles in damages registered by Russian authorities in 2024, according to observers interviewed by the local press. Video cards sought for mining, gaming and AI The growing spread of illegal mining in Russia has become evident by the surging sales of graphics processing units (GPUs). Also known as video cards, these are often used…

MiningJul 25

Michael Saylor Shares Bitcoin Strategy ‘Bullseye’ Verdict

Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of the largest Bitcoin treasury company, Strategy, has taken to his official X account to double down on his intention to continue accumulating BTC. "Bullseye". Bitcoin: Saylor Traditionally, Saylor published an AI-generated image of himself with a completely new look. This time, he is wearing sunglasses and an orange tie (the color associated with Bitcoin) and holding a dart, about to throw it. His Bitcoin message to the community this time states: “₿ullseye. Every time.” The “B” with four vertical strokes is a character that symbolizes Bitcoin. ₿ullseye. Every time. pic.twitter.com/VwON7mxMP1 — Michael Saylor…

BitcoinJul 25

Creditlink Joins Forces with WeNode to Advance Onchain Credit Market, DeFi Applications

Wenode, an AI-powered DePIN infrastructure, has announced a strategic partnership with Creditlink, an AI-driven on-chain credit protocol. WeNode is a decentralized compute network with expertise in turning idle personal computer power across the world into AI and Web3 infrastructure. On the other hand, Creditlink is a decentralized credit infrastructure platform designed to develop credit identities on-chain, leveraging AI-powered rating and credit digital assets. It offers an on-chain credit rating that allows people to access higher liquidity in DeFi using their virtual assets. This alliance is a symbiotic relationship seeking to improve creditworthiness evaluation and widen the capability of DeFi lending…

DeFiJul 25

NFT market cap surged to $6.6B in July: DappRadar

The non-fungible token (NFT) market is showing signs of a resurgence, as the sector’s total market capitalization reached $6.6 billion in July, according to the data platform DappRadar. The platform reported on Thursday that the figure represented a 94% increase from the previous month. Weekly trading volume surged to $136 million, up 51% from the prior week, marking the strongest weekly performance since February. The surge followed a continuous decline in quarterly trading volumes. On July 10, DappRadar data showed that NFT trading volumes went down consistently from the second quarter of 2024 to the second quarter of 2025. CryptoPunks…

NFTJul 25

Ethereum Is So Back? ETH Price Jumps to 2025 High Amid Open Interest Surge

Ethereum's price on Monday hit a new 2025 high, following increased interest from institutions and a number of companies buying up the second-largest digital coin by market cap. The price of Ethereum hit the fresh 2025 peak of $3,848 earlier Monday, and was recently trading close to $3,786 after rising 26% over a seven-day period, according to crypto data provider CoinGecko. Over the past day, the second biggest coin has risen by about 1%. ETH last traded this high back in December. The cryptocurrency, which is the native coin of the Ethereum blockchain, is still 22% below its all-time high…

EthereumJul 25

CICC Unveils Crucial Insights on Their Future

The world of digital currencies is constantly evolving, with stablecoins often touted as the bridge between volatile cryptocurrencies and traditional fiat. However, a fascinating and crucial perspective has emerged from China, challenging the universal necessity of these digital assets. China International Capital Corporation (CICC), a leading investment bank, has unveiled its findings, suggesting that independent blockchain-based China stablecoins are unlikely to find a foothold in the nation’s already sophisticated financial landscape. Why China’s Payment Ecosystem Already Excels For many, the idea of a stablecoin offers a solution to the volatility inherent in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. But what if a country’s…

MarketsJul 25

Smarter Web Company raises £17.5M to expand Bitcoin holdings

Smarter Web Company has raised £17.5 million in fresh equity to accelerate its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy. Smarter Web Company, a London-listed Bitcoin treasury company, has raised £17.5 million through an equity offering to institutional investors, continuing its aggressive Bitcoin (BTC) treasury strategy. The company sold 5.9 million new shares at £2.95 each in an accelerated bookbuild managed by Tennyson Securities and Peterhouse Capital Ltd. The raise follows the company’s latest BTC purchase on July 16, where it acquired 325 BTC for £27.15 million ($36.45 million) at an average price of £83,525 ($112,157) per coin. This comes just days after…

BitcoinJul 25