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The following is a guest post and opinion from Slavik Baranov, CEO at STON.fi Dev. From Gaming Phenomenon to Financial Ambition In 2024, the TON blockchain became one of the most talked-about ecosystems in crypto — not because of a groundbreaking DeFi protocol, but thanks to the meteoric rise of viral tap-to-earn games on Telegram. Titles like Hamster Kombat and Notcoin drew millions virtually overnight, pushing daily active wallets to nearly 2 million by September. The surge proved TON can onboard users at a pace few blockchains can match. But it also exposed the fragility of hype-driven adoption: many players…
Cryptocurrency investment products saw another week of strong inflows, largely driven by Ether exchange-traded products (ETPs). Global crypto ETPs posted $3.75 billion of inflows during the trading week ending Friday, European crypto asset manager CoinShares reported on Monday. The inflows came amid strong bullish momentum for Ether (ETH), with prices nearing all-time high levels above $4,700 on Thursday, according to CoinGecko data. After four days of inflows, however, investor sentiment shifted to red, with both Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether funds seeing outflows on Friday, according to SoSoValue. Bitcoin ETPs see modest inflows despite ATH above $124,000 Despite Bitcoin surging above…
Wealth tokenization platform Arx Veritas and tokenization infrastructure firm Blubird are using blockchain technology to prevent nearly 400 million tons of CO₂ emissions, marking a record for the digital asset tokenization industry. The two firms have tokenized $32 billion worth of Emission Reduction Assets (ERAs) on Blubird’s Redbelly Network, aiming to set a “new standard” for the financing and tracking of sustainability efforts. The tokenized assets include capped oil wells and coal mines, representing over 394 million tons of prevented CO₂ emissions, marking the largest tokenization effort aligned with the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. The 394 million tons…
Aave V4 is a protocol upgrade for AAVE that introduces cross-chain liquidity, risk-premium dynamics and the native GHO stablecoin to improve capital efficiency. The upgrade’s beta and governance proposals (including Uniswap V4 LP borrowing) underpin renewed buying interest as AAVE trades above $300. V4 adds cross-chain liquidity and GHO stablecoin Price reclaimed the $300 zone after defending $180–$200, signaling renewed demand Weekly volume near $368M and analysts note wave 3 momentum toward $400–$420 resistance Aave V4 upgrade: AAVE price rises above $300 as V4 beta brings cross-chain liquidity, GHO stablecoin and Uniswap V4 borrowing. Read latest market outlook. What is…
SharpLink Gaming saw its stock drop sharply, falling over 15% to $19.85 after the company reported a staggering $103 million loss for the second quarter of 2025. As reported by CoinMarketCap via X (formally Twitter). Just a year ago, the same period brought in a small profit of $500,000, making this drop even more dramatic. Investors were clearly rattled. Headlines and financial chatter across the crypto world quickly highlighted the stark swing, raising questions about the company’s strategy and how well it can weather short-term turbulence. Betting Big on Ethereum Despite the rough quarter, SharpLink isn’t exactly out of options.…
The US government has taken significant steps toward distributing macroeconomic data via blockchain, as US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick recently stated that they would publish US GDP data on the blockchain. The US Department of Commerce launched a swift attack on this, announcing today that macroeconomic data will be transferred to many blockchain networks via oracle providers Chainlink and Pyth. Chainlink stated in its blog post that the data will be updated monthly or quarterly. The US Department of Commerce stated in a press release that the data will be distributed through Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Tron (TRX),…
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) joined the BNB Chain this week as it marked its fifth anniversary in Tokyo. Meanwhile, Japan Post Bank plans to activate its ¥190 trillion ($1.29 trillion) in deposits, issuing a digital currency for trading of blockchain-based financial products. Binance’s CZ Says DeFi Will Outpace Centralized Trading Amid Japan’s Web3 Rise In his fireside chat, Changpeng Zhao emphasized that BNB Chain’s success has been driven by its community rather than any single individual. “The chain has a small tech team and is much more community-driven. I don’t do that much; I post tweets and encourage people…
A significant announcement from South Korea’s crypto giant, Dunamu, the operator of the popular Upbit exchange, has sent ripples through the digital asset world. The company recently revealed its substantial Dunamu crypto assets, totaling an impressive $1.87 billion at the close of the first half of the year. This disclosure provides a rare glimpse into the financial muscle of one of Asia’s leading cryptocurrency platforms. What Are Dunamu’s Impressive Crypto Assets? According to a corporate filing cited by local outlet TechM, Dunamu holds approximately 2.6 trillion won in digital assets. This massive portfolio primarily consists of key cryptocurrencies, showcasing a…
Vitalik Buterin warns of 20% chance quantum computers may compromise cryptography before 2030. Metaculus predicts median timeline of 2040 for quantum computers breaking modern cryptographic defenses. Researchers explore post-quantum cryptography, zk-proofs, and STARKs to secure the blockchain future. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has raised fresh concerns about the future of cryptography in the age of quantum computing. Vitalik warns that quantum computers could break today’s cryptography by around 2040, with roughly a 20% chance that this could happen before 2030. Why Quantum Matters for Crypto Cryptography isn’t just about passwords or private emails, it secures the entire digital economy. From…
Can Thailand’s $60 billion tourism industry become the proving ground for crypto payments, turning digital assets from speculative tools into something travelers actually use? Summary Thailand introduced TouristDigiPay on Aug. 18, 2025, allowing foreign visitors to convert crypto into baht and spend through the national QR PromptPay system. Tourism contributed nearly 20% of GDP pre-pandemic. Arrivals fell sharply in 2020 and remain below 2019 levels, with Chinese visitors still 34% lower than before. The program aims to cut card fees, speed settlement, and attract new traveler groups. Analysts estimate even limited use could drive billions in annual transactions, setting Thailand…