Security
Proton, the Swiss company renowned for its privacy-focused services like Proton Mail and Proton VPN, has officially launched its self-custodial Bitcoin wallet to all users. After a successful early access program, the Proton Wallet is now available on iOS, Android, and web, aiming to make Bitcoin ownership and transactions more
Opinion
Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance, has publicly criticized the cryptocurrency exchange's token listing process, calling it "a bit broken." Zhao's concerns center on the short timeframe between listing announcements and the actual start of trading, a practice
Markets
President Donald Trump is moving forward with his aggressive trade policy by announcing a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, effective from Monday. This decision comes as part of a broader strategy to bolster American industries, shrink trade deficits, and generate new revenue streams for his tax agenda.
NFT
Christie's, the renowned auction house, is making a bold move into the intersection of art and technology with its first-ever sale comprised solely of artworks created using artificial intelligence (AI). The sale, titled "Augmented Intelligence," marks a significant endorsement of AI's role in the
DeFi
Arweave, known for its permanent data storage blockchain, has officially launched the mainnet of its new computing platform, AO. Dubbed a "hyperparallel computer," AO aims to provide a distributed environment for applications requiring high levels of parallel processing, particularly those involving on-chain autonomous agents and AI coordination. AO
Finance
Crypto Liquidity Explained: Why It Matters and How It Works Ever tried to buy a rare item, only to find no one selling it, or tried to sell something unique and found no buyers? That's a problem of liquidity – or rather, a lack of it. In the world
Innovation
Story Protocol, a platform seeking to revolutionize intellectual property (IP) management, is pioneering a novel approach where AI agents can buy, sell, and trade IP rights with each other. This innovative system, built on blockchain technology, aims to address concerns about AI's use of copyrighted material while creating
Regulation
The movement to incorporate Bitcoin into state-level financial strategies is gaining momentum, with Kentucky and Maryland becoming the latest states to consider legislation that would allow investment in digital assets. These bipartisan efforts reflect a growing interest in Bitcoin as a potential reserve asset and a recognition of its potential
Regulation
Florida is taking steps towards potentially becoming a major state-level investor in Bitcoin. Republican Senator Joe Gruters filed a bill on Friday that would allow the state's Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to invest public funds in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, a move that could significantly impact the digital
Regulation
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again extended its timeline for deciding on a key aspect of BlackRock's iShares Ethereum Trust. The agency announced on Friday that it will delay its decision on whether to allow options trading on the spot Ethereum exchange-traded fund
Regulation
U.S. lawmakers are taking another shot at regulating stablecoins, with House Financial Services Committee Republican Chair French Hill, alongside Rep. Bryan Steil, releasing a new draft bill on Thursday. This latest effort builds upon years of work in the House and seeks feedback from consumers, issuers, and stakeholders, signaling
Markets
The cryptocurrency market is currently in a period of consolidation, with Bitcoin holding steady within the $95,000 to $100,000 range, despite a brief dip below. This sideways action has fueled speculation about a potential multi-month "chop," as investors grapple with shifting narratives, rapid market rotations, and