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A Layer-2 (L2) Project is a secondary framework designed on top of an existing Layer-1 blockchain to enhance the speed of transactions and reduce fees. LunarCrush, a known platform for real-time metrics for crypto and web3 projects, has released the list of rankings of the Top 10 Layer-2 Projects based on their social activity over the past 24 hours. Basically, social activity consists of engaging with posts and interacting with posts. TOP #LAYER2 PROJECTS BY SOCIAL ACTIVITY$LINEA $CELO $STX $STRK $ZK $ARB $PUFFER $OP $IMX $MOVE pic.twitter.com/nOdat6mfKv — PHOENIX – Crypto News & Analytics (@pnxgrp) March 20, 2026 Linea ($LINEA)…

The process for the Clarity Act, one of the most important legislative proposals for cryptocurrency regulation in the US, is gaining momentum. Whether or not stablecoins should offer interest or similar returns has been the biggest obstacle to the passage of the law to date and the biggest point of disagreement between traditional banking and the cryptocurrency sector. Although some progress has been made recently with a compromise on stablecoin interest payments, the banking sector argues that this is still insufficient. Following the interest yields on stablecoins, the demand for an ‘ethical clause’ is emerging as the second important variable.…

The decentralized finance protocol, Pendle, has announced that its total value locked on the STRC has surpassed $318 million as growth in the tokenized yield market keeps accelerating. Pendle 🫱🏻‍🫲🏻 @saylor$PENDLE has been one of the biggest drivers for digital credit yield economy onchain, with ~$318M of $STRC linked TVL now.The protocol enables new strategies previously unavailable for $STRC both onchain and off, with a range of distinct risk profiles for… pic.twitter.com/beGLsxkzbH — Pendle (@pendle_fi) May 11, 2026 Pendle made the announcement on its social media. The platform says it is a player in the digital credit yield economy onchain.…

Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $2,320 zone. $ETH is now consolidating and might struggle to continue higher above the $2,385 resistance. Ethereum started a decent upward move from the $2,265 zone. The price is trading above $2,320 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $2,320 on the hourly chart of $ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,300 zone. Ethereum Price Faces Hurdles Ethereum price remained bid above the $2,265 support zone, like Bitcoin. $ETH price formed a…

The decentralized finance landscape faces a pivotal moment as the $GMX community announces a groundbreaking proposal to implement traditional corporate leadership structures within its decentralized autonomous organization framework. This strategic move represents a significant evolution in how decentralized exchanges balance community governance with operational efficiency. $GMX Proposes Traditional Leadership Structure The $GMX decentralized derivatives exchange community has formally introduced a comprehensive “Team Architecture Change” proposal that fundamentally reimagines its organizational structure. This proposal specifically targets $GMX Labs, the protocol’s development and innovation arm, recommending a transition toward more defined traditional leadership roles. Consequently, the community seeks to enhance operational efficiency…

B.AI, a popular blockchain-based AI infrastructure entity, has recently announced an exclusive token subsidy program. In this respect, B.AI is launching the 100 billion Token Subsidy Plan to make it a key player in the AI infrastructure landscape. As per B.AI’s official social media announcement, the development unveils a limited-time token drop to minimize costs for enterprises, innovators, and developers using cutting-edge AI models. So, the development indicates the platform’s focus on democratizing access to efficient AI execution. B.AI’s 100B Token Subsidy Plan Doubles Deposits to Streamline AI Execution B.AI’s new 100B Token Subsidy Plan is set to fortify enterprises,…

Bitcoin margin long positions on Bitfinex have climbed to levels not seen since November 2023, drawing fresh market attention during a period of weak price action. The move has added a new data point to the wider debate over whether large buyers are building exposure during the current correction. Recent market data shows Bitfinex margin long positions rising to about 79,193 $BTC. That marks the highest level recorded on the platform since November 2023. The increase came as many traders kept their attention on macro risks, including oil prices and geopolitical tension. Even so, activity on Bitfinex pointed to a…

DeFi lender Aave and other stakeholders impacted by last month’s Kelp DAO hack have launched a binding Arbitrum governance vote to transfer $71 million in disputed ether into an Aave LLC-controlled address A Constitutional Arbitrum Improvement Proposal, or AIP, is the DAO’s formal on-chain governance mechanism for approving binding protocol actions. This amended proposal implements Judge Margaret Garnett’s recent court order, which authorizes an on-chain Arbitrum DAO vote to transfer the frozen $ETH from its current immobilized address to a wallet controlled by Aave LLC, provided that the restraining notice sought by North Korean terrorism judgment creditors is respected. If…

Ethereum moved back above a key weekly moving average for the first time since October 2025, putting its recovery setup back in focus. At the same time, the monthly chart shows $ETH still holding inside a long term rising channel, keeping the wider upside structure active. Ethereum Weekly Close Above Moving Average Puts $ETH Recovery Back in Focus Ethereum closed the week near $2,327, moving slightly above the blue moving average line on the weekly Coinbase chart. Sky said this was the first weekly close above the 20-day moving average since October 2025. Ethereum Weekly Close Above Moving Average. Source:…

Japan reportedly stepped into the currency market with roughly $35 billion of yen buying, sending the dollar down nearly 3% to 155.5. Bank of Japan (BOJ) money-market data imply that size is accurate. Once the Ministry of Finance’s monthly release confirms it, this would rank as Japan’s first official yen-support action in almost two years and the second-largest on record. The BOJ’s own April outlook projects CPI excluding fresh food at 2.5% to 3.0% in fiscal 2026, and economists expect inflation to re-accelerate as oil and yen weakness amplify import costs. The numbers show that 95% of Japan’s crude oil…