GameFi
Sony has officially launched Soneium, a new Ethereum scaling network developed by its Singapore-based subsidiary, Sony BLS. While the network's creators are highlighting its potential to bring everyday users into the crypto world, the move has also ignited speculation about whether Sony's massive PlayStation gaming ecosystem
Security
The era of quantum computing, once a distant prospect, is steadily approaching, bringing with it both immense potential and significant challenges for the blockchain industry. While today's quantum computers aren't yet powerful enough to crack blockchain's cryptographic foundations, experts warn that complacency could be
Regulation
Helium, the company behind the decentralized wireless network, is facing a lawsuit from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) alleging the sale of unregistered securities and misleading investors. Helium's founder, Amir Haleem, has vowed to "vigorously" defend the company, framing the lawsuit as part
Cryptocurrency
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has confirmed that "large changes" are coming to the leadership structure of the Ethereum Foundation (EF), the non-profit organization that supports the development of the Ethereum blockchain. While emphasizing that the EF's core mission will remain unchanged, Buterin outlined several goals for
Regulation
A flurry of new cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) filings has hit the desks of U.S. regulators, signaling a renewed push to expand the range of digital assets accessible to mainstream investors. Asset managers like VanEck, ProShares, and others are proposing funds that would track everything from Litecoin and XRP
Markets
The Official Trump memecoin, associated with President-elect Donald Trump, has experienced a significant surge, reaching a market capitalization of $13.5 billion and breaking into the top 20 cryptocurrencies on CoinGecko. This milestone marks a notable achievement for the memecoin, reflecting its growing presence in the crypto market. At its
Markets
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a surge in optimism, fueled by strong indications that the incoming Trump administration will adopt a pro-crypto stance, potentially including a "Bitcoin strategic reserve" announcement within his first 100 days. This, coupled with better-than-expected inflation data and a burgeoning AI narrative, is reshaping
Markets
Bitcoin (BTC) reached a 2025 high of $105,000 on Friday, fueled by growing optimism surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly administration. With just days before the inauguration, investors are gearing up for potential policy shifts that could reshape the digital asset landscape. Bitcoin Bounces Back Amid Optimism After dipping
Markets
Coinbase Prime, the institutional arm of the leading U.S. cryptocurrency exchange, is witnessing a notable uptick in over-the-counter (OTC) Bitcoin trading activity. This surge, according to analysts at CryptoQuant, suggests that institutional investors are increasingly utilizing OTC channels to accumulate Bitcoin, often seen as a quieter, more discreet way
Markets
XRP has overtaken Bitcoin as the most actively traded digital asset on the Coinbase exchange, signaling increased interest from U.S. investors. Data from CoinGecko reveals that XRP/USD trading accounted for 25% of Coinbase’s $6.86 billion trading volume over the past 24 hours, exceeding BTC/USD’s
Blockchain
Ethereum developers are targeting March 2025 for the rollout of the network's next major upgrade, dubbed "Pectra." This ambitious upgrade aims to significantly improve user experience and network efficiency through a series of carefully planned enhancements. Following recent core developer discussions, the timeline is becoming clearer,
Blockchain
A proposal by Multicoin Capital, an early investor in the Solana blockchain, suggests shifting Solana's SOL token inflation from a fixed schedule to a market-based model. This adjustment could potentially lower inflation, impacting both token holders and those who stake their SOL. Currently, Solana issues SOL tokens to