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Zisk will focus on developing a high-speed, open-source zero-knowledge virtual machine (zkVM) prover—technology that verifies blockchain transactions without exposing sensitive data. Baylina announced the transition on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting Zisk’s goal to push forward zero-knowledge innovation with greater independence and focus. Me, together with a core team
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Galaxy and Liquid Collective have announced a strategic partnership aimed at giving institutional investors streamlined access to Ethereum liquid staking, in a move that underscores growing confidence in the regulatory landscape around crypto staking. The announcement, made Tuesday, follows recent guidance from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
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Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has crossed a major threshold in the Bitcoin space, announcing it now holds 10,000 BTC following its latest purchase—overtaking Coinbase Global in total Bitcoin holdings. In a post on X, CEO Simon Gerovich revealed that Metaplanet acquired 1,112 BTC on Monday for $117.
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Global crypto exchange Bybit is entering the decentralized finance (DeFi) arena with the launch of Byreal, its first Solana-based decentralized exchange (DEX). The platform is set to debut on testnet on June 30, with a mainnet launch expected in Q3 2025. Announcing the launch via social media, Bybit CEO Ben
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KuCoin has officially launched its first fully licensed cryptocurrency exchange in Thailand, marking a key step in the company’s push to operate within regulated markets. The new platform, KuCoin Thailand, is now open to the public following an initial invite-only phase and operates under the supervision of Thailand’s
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A controversial new budget proposal from the Trump administration has reignited concerns on Wall Street, as projections reveal it could add $2.4 trillion to the national deficit. While the bill promises tax relief and fiscal discipline, rising bond yields and widening deficits have investors questioning America’s long-standing financial
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In a clear signal of surging interest in next-gen crypto infrastructure, Plasma has doubled its stablecoin deposit cap to $1 billion—and saw it fill in just 30 minutes. The EVM-compatible Bitcoin sidechain made the announcement via X, emphasizing that while deposits surged, this does not equate to a billion-dollar
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Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, is deepening its bet on real-world assets with a strategic move into the gold sector. Through its independent investment arm, Tether Investments, the company has acquired nearly a 32% stake in Canadian-based Elemental Altus Royalties Corp. for approximately $89.2 million. Tether Acquires
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Bank of America to Launch Stablecoin Amid Growing Institutional Interest in Crypto Bank of America is reportedly preparing to enter the stablecoin arena, a move that signals a deepening commitment from traditional finance to the digital asset space. According to multiple sources, the banking giant is in the advanced stages
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Lagrange, a rising name in decentralized AI infrastructure, has been selected to join NVIDIA’s prestigious Inception Program—making it the first startup to earn that recognition by uniting artificial intelligence with zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs. The move marks a major milestone for the company, which is known for its zero-knowledge
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Bullish, the cryptocurrency exchange backed by billionaire investor Peter Thiel, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States, according to a report from the Financial Times. The filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was reportedly submitted in recent weeks. Peter Thiel-backed crypto group
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Japanese Fashion Brand ANAP Holdings Joins Bitcoin Investment Wave With ¥11 Billion Bet Japanese fashion retailer ANAP Holdings is making headlines beyond the runway with a bold move into Bitcoin, joining the growing wave of global companies adding the digital asset to their balance sheets. The Tokyo-based brand announced it