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Tokenized US Treasuries break $2 billion market cap barrier
Key Takeaways BlackRock’s BUIDL fund on Ethereum leads the $2B tokenized US Treasuries market. Aave and Sky explore integrating tokenized US Treasuries with stablecoin ecosystems. Share this article Tokenized US Treasuries surpassed the $2 billion market cap threshold on Aug. 26, according to RWA.xyz’s data. The platform tracks the size of US treasuries, bonds, and […]
Nasdaq applies to trade Bitcoin index options, awaits SEC green light
Key Takeaways Nasdaq plans to introduce Bitcoin index options pending SEC approval. The options are based on the CME CF Bitcoin Real-Time Index. Share this article Nasdaq has filed with the SEC to list and trade Bitcoin Index Options, seeking to provide institutions and traders with a new method to hedge their Bitcoin exposure.The proposed […]
Coinbase, Blockdaemon, and industry leaders introduce NORS certification for Ethereum node operators
Key Takeaways NORS certification introduces enterprise-grade standards to Ethereum staking. The certification covers key security aspects like slashing prevention and private key management. Share this article A group of crypto leaders, including Alluvial, Blockdaemon, Chainproof, Coinbase, DV Labs, Eigen Labs, Figment, Galaxy Digital, Nexus Mutual, and others, announced today the launch of the Node Operator […]
Tonkeeper unveils new dApp browser on Telegram
Key Takeaways Tonkeeper’s dapp browser integrates directly into Telegram, facilitating easy access to the TON ecosystem. The browser supports over 10 launch partners, enhancing its utility across gaming and DeFi sectors. Share this article Tonkeeper, a digital wallet specifically designed for managing crypto assets on The Open Network (TON), has launched a built-in dApp browser […]
Moscow to test crypto for international payments
Key Takeaways Russia’s crypto exchange trials begin as a response to international sanctions. The trials will use the National Payment Card System for ruble-crypto conversions. Share this article Russia is set to begin trials for crypto exchanges on September 1 as a strategy to mitigate the impact of international sanctions, Bloomberg reported Monday, citing sources […]
US Bitcoin ETFs hit 8-day winning streak as BlackRock logs $224M net inflows
Key Takeaways BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust led US Bitcoin ETF inflows with $224 million on August 26. The iShares Bitcoin Trust now controls over 350,000 BTC. Share this article US exchange-traded funds (ETFs) investing directly in Bitcoin (BTC) posted eight straight days of net subscriptions, drawing in about $202 million on Monday, data from Farside […]
Telegram CEO charged with ‘complicity’ in grave crimes as French gov websites face DDoS attacks
Key Takeaways Russian hackers allegedly targeted French government websites in response to Pavel Durov’s arrest. President Macron claims the arrest of Telegram’s CEO was not politically motivated. Share this article The Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office has issued a press release detailing the official charges against Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. The judicial investigation, opened on July […]
Appetite for Bitcoin soars after Powell speech, says Bitfinex analysts
Key Takeaways BTC registered a 6.06% daily gain on August 23rd, the second-highest since May 20th. Open interest for BTC pairs dropped from $39.03 billion to $26.65 billion, indicating reduced market leverage. Share this article Bitcoin (BTC) prices and the broader crypto market surged on Aug. 23, continuing the recovery that began in early August. […]
Bitcoin inflows surge to $543 million after Powell’s dovish comments
Key Takeaways Digital asset investment products saw $533m inflows, the largest in five weeks. New Ethereum ETFs have seen $3.1bn of inflows, partially offset by $2.5bn Grayscale Trust outflows. Share this article Crypto products saw inflows totaling $533 million last week, marking the largest inflows in five weeks. As reported by CoinShares, this surge followed […]
Why was Telegram’s CEO arrested? Understanding the nuances between privacy and crypto
Key Takeaways Pavel Durov’s arrest directly affected Toncoin’s market value. The incident raises significant concerns about privacy and government interference in the crypto sector. Share this article At 39 years old, Pavel Durov, the Russian-born billionaire and founder of messaging app Telegram, has done a lot in the tech world, not just for the crypto […]
