Blockchain & Digital Assets

March 2, 2025 @ 5:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

CME Group, the world’s derivatives marketplace, announced plans to launch Solana (SOL) futures on March 17, pending regulatory review. Market participants will have the choice to trade both “a micro-sized contract (25 SOL) and a larger-sized contract (500 SOL).” Giovanni Vicioso, Global Head of Cryptocurrency… Read More

March 2, 2025 @ 5:23 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Singapore’s fintech sector “recalibrated” in 2024, with investment totaling $1.3 billion, the lowest level seen since 2020 according to a report from KPMG. This strategic pivot reflects a global trend “as fintech investment reached a seven-year low of US$95.6 billion.” Despite reduced funding levels, Singapore’s… Read More

March 1, 2025 @ 2:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Ethereum (ETH) options market is giving warning signs as digital assets traders brace for a turbulent March. A sharp rise in the implied volatility (IV)—now exceeding 80%—coupled with surging premiums on downside protection, reflects fast-growing bearish sentiment. This considerable shift has seemingly caught crypto-native… Read More

March 1, 2025 @ 1:00 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently changed its overall approach to crypto-related enforcement actions, signaling a potential switch in its once-aggressive “regulation by enforcement” strategy. On February 26, 2025, the SEC and Tron founder Justin Sun jointly requested a pause in their… Read More

March 1, 2025 @ 12:19 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Memes Lab, the platform linking SocialFi and meme coins, has announced the successful closure of its $2.3 million seed round, led by Lemniscap. The round also included participation from TVM Ventures, Animoca Brands, OKX Ventures, Mirana Ventures, Gate Ventures, MEXC Ventures, Kucoin Ventures, Oak Grove Ventures,… Read More

March 1, 2025 @ 11:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will reportedly be dropping all claims against Consensys. In recent days, the SEC has dropped investigations against other crypto firms as the Trump administration has taken a more digital asset-friendly stance towards financial innovation. Consensys and the SEC… Read More

March 1, 2025 @ 11:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

RedStone, a cross-chain data oracle that’s providing pricing data for smart contracts as well as decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, is now reporteldy live on Sui. Claiming to be “trusted” by more than 140 DeFi protocols, RedStone ensures pricing integrity and accelerates the “adoption of Bitcoin-backed… Read More

March 1, 2025 @ 11:36 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

This week’s crypto sell-off has industry watchers wondering what if any, long-term effects it will have. Two shared their thoughts with Crowdfund Insider. Kevin Rusher founded the real-world asset lending platform RAAC. He believes the sell-off is another reminder that DeFi needs more stable assets… Read More

February 28, 2025 @ 2:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm Nansen is now a validator on Bifrost Network, further reinforcing their commitment to decentralized infrastructure and secure staking solutions. By joining Bifrost’s validator set, Nansen said they aim to “enhance network security, reliability, and transparency within the liquid staking ecosystem.” As explained… Read More

February 28, 2025 @ 10:38 am By JD Alois  |  

Meme Coins, or crypto assets with no apparent value beyond the fact they exist, have been deemed not to be securities by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to a Staff statement, the Division of Corporation Finance (CorpFin): “transactions in the types of meme… Read More

February 28, 2025 @ 8:53 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain ecosystem Cronos has reportedly unveiled a service enabling users to withdraw funds easily to a personal prepaid card. Facilitated through a partnership with Crypto.com, the feature is a key milestone in bridging decentralized and traditional finance. By connecting their web3 non-custodial wallet on Cronos… Read More

February 27, 2025 @ 10:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Milo, a financial technology company and the enabler of crypto mortgage lending, has reportedly achieved a key milestone by “surpassing $65 million in total loan volume for its crypto mortgage offering.” This is said to highlight the demand for alternative financing solutions and validates the… Read More

February 27, 2025 @ 10:04 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

OKX and SlowMist noted in a report that on February 14, 2025, multiple users reported unauthorized access to their wallet assets. On-chain data analysis indicated that the incidents “exhibited characteristics of mnemonic phrase/private key leakage.” Further follow-ups with affected users revealed “that most of them… Read More

February 27, 2025 @ 10:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

BDACS, a digital asset institutional custody firm in Korea, announced that it has signed a partnership with enterprise blockchain firm Ripple, the provider of digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions. This partnership reportedly aligns with the Financial Services Commission’s (FSC) announced roadmap for “regulatory approval… Read More

February 27, 2025 @ 9:58 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

World, which claims to be the largest human-centered financial and identity network, is now available in the Philippines, a country fueled by a young, digitally savvy population and an emerging middle class “eager to adopt new technologies and financial solutions.” World ID Orb verifications are… Read More

February 27, 2025 @ 9:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As we look further toward 2025, crypto hedge fund founder CK Zheng has some predictions for what’s to come in the industry. For context, CK is the founder of ZX Squared and the former global head of risk for Credit Suisse. He has experience in digital assets and… Read More

February 26, 2025 @ 9:43 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a statement today noting that a final judgment against Sergii “Sergey” Grybniak and his blockchain marketplace Opporty International, had been entered by the US District Court, Eastern District of New York. The SEC was granted partial judgment on… Read More

February 26, 2025 @ 9:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Braza Group announces the launch of BBRL stablecoin on the XRP Ledger to strengthen the Brazilian and South American digital economies. Issuance of BBRL aims to offer secure and cost-effective “solutions for digital transactions for individuals and businesses” Operating for over 15 years and ranking… Read More

February 26, 2025 @ 5:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitwise Asset Management, a crypto-specialist asset manager with over $12 billion in client assets, announced the completion of a $70 million equity raise. The investment round was reportedly led by Electric Capital, along with participation from the folllowing entities: MassMutual, Highland Capital, MIT Investment Management… Read More

February 26, 2025 @ 11:27 am By JD Alois  |  

Euroclear and Digital Asset are partnering on the mobility of collateral assets using the Canton Network. The Euroclear group comprises Euroclear Bank, the International CSD, and other subsidiaries providing post-trade services like custody and settlement. Digital Asset is a blockchain infrastructure firm serving the entire… Read More