1inch Launches Native Solana-to-EVM Cross-Chain Swaps, No Bridges Needed

1inch introduces the first native cross-chain swaps between Solana and 12+ EVM networks, eliminating bridges for higher security, MEV protection, and unified DeFi liquidity.

Bernstein Predicts Crypto Bull Market Through 2027, Bitcoin at $200K

Bernstein analysts forecast a multi-year crypto bull run until 2027, with Bitcoin reaching $200K, Ethereum and Solana leading growth, and USDC supply soaring to $173B.

BlackRock Accumulates 3% of All Bitcoin in Just 340 Days, Fastest ETF Growth in History

BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust now holds 794,500 BTC ($91B), nearly 3% of all Bitcoin, making it the fastest-growing ETF ever and redefining institutional adoption.

New U.S. Crypto Advocacy Group AIP Bets on Education Over Lobbying

Backed by Coinbase, Kraken, a16z, and DCG, the American Innovation Project launches as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit to educate U.S. policymakers on crypto instead of lobbying.

Arbitrum Price Prediction: Can $ARB Break $0.60 and Rally Toward $1 on ETH and Robinhood Boost?

Arbitrum (ARB) surged 15% to $0.58 as Ethereum rallied above $4,100 and Robinhood added support. Can ARB hold $0.50 support and push to $1?

Thailand Launches TouristDigiPay Crypto-to-Baht Sandbox, Targets $5B Boost in Spending

Thailand unveils TouristDigiPay, an 18-month crypto-to-baht sandbox for tourists, projected to add $5B to the economy and position the country as a global crypto-tourism leader.

Wall Street and Harvard Drive Billions Into Bitcoin ETFs in Q2 Buying Spree

SEC filings reveal Brevan Howard, Goldman Sachs, Harvard, and Norway’s sovereign wealth fund boosted Bitcoin exposure in Q2 2025 via ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT.

U.S. Could Build Bitcoin Strategic Reserve With Tariff Surplus, Proposes Author

Adam Livingston suggests the U.S. allocate $70B tariff surplus to create a Bitcoin reserve, joining gold and oil as strategic assets. Treasury shows mixed signals on the idea.

Jack Dorsey Urges Bitcoin to Return as Everyday Spending Money

Jack Dorsey reignites debate on Bitcoin’s role, calling for it to be used as peer-to-peer digital cash for daily spending instead of just “digital gold.”

Faraday Future Launches $10B Crypto Treasury and Dual-Flywheel AI + Web3 Strategy

Faraday Future merges AI-powered EVs with crypto, unveiling a $10B C10 Index & Treasury plan at Monterey Car Week. First U.S.-listed EV maker to tie growth to Web3 finance.

Japan to Approve First Yen Stablecoin as Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 18,888 BTC

Japan prepares to approve its first yen-backed stablecoin (JPYC) in October 2025 while Metaplanet increases Bitcoin holdings to 18,888 BTC, signaling Japan’s rise as Asia’s crypto powerhouse.

Arsenal Partners with Bitpanda in Multi-Year Deal as Crypto Broker Launches in UK

Arsenal FC signs a multi-year partnership with Bitpanda, Europe’s crypto broker, featuring Emirates Stadium branding, fan perks, and a UK trading platform launch.

NFT Market Pops 30% to $173M as Ethereum Dominates With 85% Jump

NFTs are pumping again: $173M weekly volume (+30%), Ethereum leads with $105M (+85%). Buyers and sellers flood in, though transactions dipped 10%.

Coinbase Hits $600 Million in On-Chain Borrowing, Signaling DeFi’s Mainstream Growth

Coinbase reaches $600M in on-chain borrowing, marking DeFi’s rise into mainstream crypto finance. Despite a dip in trading volumes, the exchange is betting on decentralized lending for future growth.

Norway’s $1.7 Trillion Sovereign Wealth Fund Boosts Bitcoin Exposure by 83% via MicroStrategy

Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund, increased its Bitcoin exposure to 11,400 BTC in Q2 2025 — an 83% jump through MicroStrategy and Metaplanet shares.

Brazil’s Meliuz Expands to U.S. with OTCQX Listing, Flexes Bitcoin Treasury Strategy

Brazilian fintech Meliuz debuts on OTCQX as MLIZY, holding 595.7 BTC with a 900%+ yield. U.S. investors gain access to a Latin American Bitcoin Treasury innovator.

Gemini Wallet Launches: Passkeys, Gasless L2 Transactions, and Free ENS Subdomains

Gemini Wallet debuts with password-free passkey login, sponsored gas fees on Layer-2s, free ENS names, and full Web3 integration. A bold play in the self-custody wallet wars.

$FLOKI Drops 4.9%, But Esports, AI, and Swiss ETPs Hint at Bullish Comeback

$FLOKI slips 4.9% but with the Valhalla P2E launch, esports collab, SIX Swiss ETP listing, and AI partnership, the memecoin could flip bearish pressure into the next big rally.

Thailand Launches 878 Digital Jobs and Crypto Tourism Wallets to Boost Economic

Thailand unveils 878 digital officer jobs and a crypto-to-Baht payment system for tourists, aiming to revive tourism and strengthen digital skills.

New York Proposes 0.2% Crypto Sales Tax to Fund Schools — $158M Target

New York’s new crypto tax bill could raise $158M annually for schools but risks pushing traders and exchanges out of the state, echoing the 2015 BitLicense effect.

Gemini Files for IPO: Winklevoss Twins Target Nasdaq Listing Under GEMI

Gemini, founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, files for Nasdaq IPO under ticker GEMI. The move tests U.S. investor appetite for regulated crypto exchanges.

Citigroup Targets Stablecoin Custody and Blockchain Payments in Institutional Crypto Push

Citigroup moves into stablecoin custody and instant blockchain payments, challenging Coinbase as institutions demand secure digital asset infrastructure.

Hong Kong SFC Tightens Crypto Custody Rules to Boost Investor Confidence

Hong Kong’s SFC introduces strict custody standards for licensed exchanges, aiming to protect assets and attract institutional investment.

South Korea Unveils Pro-Crypto Reforms to Build Digital Asset Hub

South Korea pivots to a pro-crypto stance under President Lee Jae-myung, introducing reforms to support startups, clarify regulations, and explore Crypto ETFs.

Trump-Linked Bitcoin Merger Rumors Spark Skepticism in Crypto Industry

Rumors claim Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump back an American Bitcoin–Gryphon Digital Mining merger, but with no filings or proof, analysts remain unconvinced.

Coinbase Predicts Possible Altcoin Season Starting September 2025

Coinbase sees September as a potential kickoff for altcoin season, driven by falling Bitcoin dominance, better liquidity, and stronger investor sentiment. ETH and SOL may lead the charge.

SEC Delays Solana ETF Decisions for Bitwise and 21Shares Until October 16

The SEC extends review for Bitwise and 21Shares Solana ETFs, with a new decision date of Oct 16, 2025. Multiple firms compete as regulatory caution persists.

Trust Wallet Blends AI and Human Support to Protect 200M Users in Web3

Trust Wallet’s hybrid AI + human support model blocks scams, recovers funds, and builds trust for 200M users — setting a new Web3 standard.

BGUSD vs RWUSD — Why Bitget’s Yield Token Could Outshine Binance’s RWA Product

Bitget’s BGUSD offers higher yield, real U.S. Treasury backing, and DeFi composability, while Binance’s RWUSD stays locked inside its ecosystem.

Google Play’s New Rules Threaten Non-Custodial Crypto Wallets in US and EU

Google Play now requires licenses for all crypto wallet apps in 15 regions, potentially banning non-custodial wallets from Android’s largest app store.

Animoca Brands Partners with Oyunfor to Bring Decentralized Digital IDs to 6.2M Turkish Gamers

Animoca’s Moca Network and Oyunfor join forces to give 6.2M Turkish gamers decentralized digital IDs, MOCA rewards, and cross-platform perks.

Upbit’s Dunamu and MB Bank Launch Vietnam’s First Domestic Crypto Exchange

South Korea’s Dunamu, operator of Upbit, partners with MB Bank to launch Vietnam’s first domestic crypto exchange, tapping into 20M+ holders and a $800B market.

Kazakhstan Launches Central Asia’s First Spot Bitcoin ETF on AIX

Fonte Capital debuts BETF, a regulated spot Bitcoin ETF on the Astana International Exchange, giving retail and institutional investors direct BTC exposure.

OKB Price Explodes +170% After $65M Burn and X Layer Upgrade

OKX slashes OKB supply by 65M tokens, boosts X Layer to 5,000 TPS, and integrates payments with PayPal and Circle. Price jumps +170% in one hour.

Pantera Capital’s $300M Bet on Crypto Treasury Firms Could Outrun ETFs

Pantera Capital invests $300M in digital asset treasury firms like BitMine, betting they’ll beat ETFs through leveraged crypto exposure.

a16z and DeFi Education Fund Push SEC for DeFi Safe Harbor — A Game-Changer for Ethereum?

a16z and the DeFi Education Fund have petitioned the SEC for a Safe Harbor framework. Here’s how it could transform Ethereum and the U.S. DeFi market.