Cryptocurrency
GSR has launched a multi-asset crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) on Nasdaq that integrates staking rewards, marking a structural shift in how regulated products capture onchain yield. The fund introduces active management and income generation into a segment previously dominated by passive spot exposure. The GSR Crypto Core3 ETF, trading under
Finance
Kalshi has launched a commodities-focused prediction hub, integrating real-time oracle data to support dozens of active markets tied to oil, gold, and agricultural prices. The move extends prediction markets into sectors traditionally dominated by regulated futures exchanges, widening access to price exposure. The platform selected Pyth Network (PYTH) as its
Politics
A compromise on stablecoin rewards is nearing agreement in the Senate, removing a key barrier to advancing a broader U.S. crypto market structure bill. The breakthrough could unlock long-stalled legislation that defines oversight between federal regulators and shapes digital asset adoption. Sens. Angela Alsobrooks and Thom Tillis have led
Security
Armed attackers forced a French family to transfer €700,000 ($820,000) in cryptocurrency during a home invasion this week. The incident highlights escalating physical security risks for digital asset holders as coercion-based theft rises across Europe. The attack occurred Monday in Ploudalmézeau, northwest France, according to Le Télégramme. Two
DeFi
Gensyn has launched Delphi, an AI-settled platform that has already processed millions in testnet trading volume. The rollout introduces a new market structure where outcomes are determined by AI rather than centralized operators. The a16z crypto-backed network announced Wednesday that Delphi enables creators to deploy niche information markets with automated
DeFi
Base has reduced empty blocks by roughly 99% ahead of a major infrastructure upgrade, signaling improved network efficiency at scale. The changes come as the Coinbase-incubated Layer 2 prepares for a key decentralization milestone. The network on Tuesday launched its Azul upgrade on testnet, introducing a multiproof system and a
AI
Mozilla identified 271 security vulnerabilities in Firefox using an advanced AI system developed by Anthropic. The result signals a step change in how quickly large-scale software audits can be conducted across critical internet infrastructure. The findings emerged from internal testing using Anthropic’s Claude Mythos model, launched in March for
Markets
Bitcoin climbed above $78,000, marking a 2.2% daily gain and lifting broader crypto sentiment out of extreme fear conditions. The move signals renewed risk appetite as capital flows and macro factors align in the near term. According to data, Bitcoin (BTC) traded at $78,015 as of early
Opinion
A senior U.S. military commander told lawmakers that Bitcoin’s architecture can strengthen cybersecurity systems beyond financial use. The remarks elevate Bitcoin’s strategic relevance within national defense and cyber warfare discussions. Admiral Samuel Paparo made the comments Tuesday during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing focused on Indo-Pacific
Finance
New York is seeking at least $3.4 billion in combined claims against Coinbase and Gemini over alleged unlicensed prediction markets. The scale signals intensifying regulatory pressure on crypto firms offering event-based contracts in the United States. Attorney General James Sues Coinbase and Gemini for Running Illegal Gambling Platforms in
Finance
Justin Sun has filed a federal lawsuit alleging unlawful token freezes and governance exclusion tied to World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token. The case raises immediate concerns over investor protections and smart contract control in tokenized governance systems. Sun, founder of Tron, said Tuesday he filed the complaint in a
A New Take on Prediction Markets Prediction markets have been around for years. They let people bet on real-world outcomes, with prices reflecting how likely something is to happen. If a contract trades at 0.7, the market sees a 70% chance of that event occurring. Opinion brings this idea