NFT
Pudgy Penguins, one of the most recognizable names in the NFT space, has officially entered the mobile gaming arena. In partnership with FIFA Rivals developer Mythical Games, the brand launched its first web3 mobile title, Pudgy Party, on Friday. The game blends casual party gameplay with blockchain-powered customization. Designed as
Markets
A new Solana-based token launchpad called Heaven has burst onto the scene, securing 15% of Solana’s token launch market share within just a week of its debut. The platform, which went live on August 15, has quickly become one of the most active launchpads in the Solana ecosystem. On
Markets
Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency exchange OSL Group posted strong top-line growth in the first half of 2025, though its operating losses widened as the firm ramped up global expansion. According to its interim report released Thursday, OSL generated HK$195.4 million (US$25.1 million) in revenue from January to
AI
The fight against online disinformation has gained a new ally: a decentralized AI-driven initiative called Rollup News, developed by Swarm Network. Unlike traditional fact-checking platforms, Rollup News is not a centralized app or algorithm. Instead, it operates as a swarm of AI agents working collectively to verify online claims, offering
Security
Eliza Labs, the AI software firm behind the elizaOS protocol, has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s social media platform X Corp, accusing it of anticompetitive behavior and unfairly suspending its accounts. In a complaint submitted Wednesday to a federal court in San Francisco, Eliza Labs and its founder,
AI
Google is expanding its video creation platform, Google Vids, with a wave of new AI-powered tools designed to make professional-quality video production easier, faster, and more accessible. The updates aim to remove common barriers like complicated software, costly production, and the pressure of appearing on camera. Since its launch, Google
AI
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the financial sector, promising major efficiency gains but raising urgent questions about the future of banking jobs. A new report from digital bank Zopa and Juniper Research projects that generative AI could save the UK banking industry £1.8 billion annually by 2030—but at
Stablecoins have become a backbone of the crypto economy, offering the stability of traditional money with the flexibility of blockchain. Now, for the first time, the U.S. has passed a federal law to regulate them. The Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act — better known as
Blockchain
The Pyth Network’s native token (PYTH) surged more than 70% on Thursday after the U.S. Department of Commerce confirmed it would use Pyth and Chainlink to publish official economic data across multiple blockchains. The move marks a significant step in bringing government statistics onchain and highlights the growing
Regulation
A coalition of 112 crypto companies, investors, and advocacy groups has issued a firm warning to U.S. lawmakers: their support for upcoming market structure legislation hinges on explicit protections for blockchain software developers. On August 27, the alliance — which includes industry heavyweights such as Coinbase, Kraken, and venture capital
AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, financial markets, and even investor psychology at breakneck speed. From workflow automation to stock market valuations, the technology has captured the world’s imagination. But while AI is undoubtedly a genuine technological breakthrough, experts caution that growing hype may be fueling localized bubbles reminiscent
Security
Circle and Paxos, two of the largest regulated stablecoin issuers, have rolled out a pilot verification system designed to stop counterfeit tokens and strengthen trust in digital dollar assets. The initiative, first reported on August 27, comes as U.S. regulators push for stricter oversight of the fast-growing stablecoin market.