OpenZeppelin CTO Jonathan Alexander Joins The Graph Council to Strengthen Web3 Governance

The Graph adds OpenZeppelin’s CTO Jonathan Alexander to its governing council, reinforcing its vision for secure, scalable Web3 data infrastructure.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Calls to Abolish BitLicense and Embrace Crypto Integration

NYC Mayor Eric Adams pushes to repeal New York’s restrictive BitLicense, advocating for blockchain in education, services, and economic inclusion.

Gemini Launches Tokenized MicroStrategy (MSTR) Shares for EU Users

Gemini has launched tokenized MSTR shares on Arbitrum for EU investors, offering fractional, 24/7 on-chain access to U.S. stocks.

KuCoin Lists Tether Gold (XAUT): Tokenized Physical Gold Now Tradable On-Chain

KuCoin has listed Tether Gold (XAUT), a token backed by real gold stored in Swiss vaults. Learn how XAUT bridges traditional finance and DeFi.

XRPL EVM Launches: XRP Enters DeFi with Cosmos-Powered Smart Contracts

XRPL EVM unlocks smart contracts and DeFi for XRP using Cosmos SDK and IBC, connecting Ripple’s ecosystem with Ethereum and 120+ blockchains.

USD.AI Launches Private Beta: Stablecoin Yield Meets Real-World Infrastructure

USD.AI just launched a private beta for its hybrid stablecoin model, combining U.S. Treasuries and DePIN loans to build real infrastructure on-chain.

Robert Kiyosaki Says Buy Bitcoin Before Global Debt Crisis Explodes

Robert Kiyosaki warns of a global debt bubble and urges investors to buy Bitcoin, gold, and silver. He predicts BTC could hit $1 million by 2030 as fiat collapses.

Vitalik Buterin’s “Pluralistic Identity” Could Save Privacy in Web3

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin proposes pluralistic digital identity to protect privacy and resist coercion in the age of zero-knowledge tech and digital surveillance.

Granite Protocol Unlocks Bitcoin Liquidity with Non-Custodial Stablecoin Loans

Granite lets you borrow stablecoins against your Bitcoin — without giving up custody. Built on Stacks, it's a DeFi gamechanger for BTC holders and stablecoin yield seekers.

Hong Kong Unveils Unified Crypto Licensing and Tokenization Roadmap

Hong Kong’s Policy Statement 2.0 introduces stablecoin regulation, tokenized government bonds, and unified crypto licensing — turning the city into a global Web3 hub.

2025 Crypto and Economy Outlook: Bitcoin Reserves, BTCFi Surge, and Ethereum Layer 2 Expansion

BitMart Research explores how diverging global monetary policy, Bitcoin ETFs, DeFi growth, and Ethereum staking tech will reshape Web3 and macro in 2025.

The New American Dream: Why 0.1 Bitcoin May Matter More Than Owning a House

Crypto leaders say owning 0.1 BTC may soon surpass homeownership as a measure of financial success. Here’s why younger generations are embracing Bitcoin over real estate.

BJP Leader Proposes Bitcoin Reserve to Boost India’s Financial Resilience

BJP’s Pradeep Bhandari suggests adding Bitcoin to India’s sovereign reserves, citing inflation, energy potential, and global digital competition.

Lido V3 Testnet-2 Goes Live With Modular Ethereum Staking

Lido launches Testnet-2 of its V3 upgrade, introducing modular stVaults for DeFi, institutions, and developers. Ethereum staking, rebuilt for builders.

EU May Ease MiCA Stablecoin Rules as ECB Pushes Back on Crypto Flexibility

The European Commission is considering loosening MiCA stablecoin rules, clashing with the ECB’s call for tighter control to protect euro sovereignty.

Tokenization Beyond Stablecoins: The Rise of Real-World Assets in 2025

Standard Chartered says tokenized credit, real estate, and private equity are the next big thing. Platforms like TokenFi are making it real.

Kraken Secures MiCA License from Central Bank of Ireland to Lead Crypto in Europe

Kraken becomes a fully licensed MiCA exchange in Europe, enabling it to offer regulated crypto services across all 30 EEA states starting June 2025.

DeXe Protocol Fixes Broken DAO Governance With Incentives and AI-Ready Infrastructure

DeFi governance is broken. DeXe offers a reward-driven, expert-weighted system that empowers DAOs and lays the foundation for decentralized AI.

Zcash Builds Through Chaos: Tor Support, NEAR Swaps, and a Privacy-First Future

Zcash updates its Zashi wallet with Tor and NEAR support amid personal and global turbulence. The team shares raw reflections, tech wins, and community momentum.

BIS Declares Stablecoins Not Real Money, Pushes for Tokenized Central Bank Systems

The BIS criticizes stablecoins for failing monetary tests and promotes tokenized financial systems led by central banks as the future of money.

Turkey Freezes Crypto Withdrawals With 48-Hour Delay and Stablecoin Limits

Turkey’s new AML rules impose withdrawal delays, stablecoin caps, and ID checks to fight crypto money laundering. Anadolu Agency broke the story on June 24.

Bitkub and IOST Partner to Bring Real-World Asset Tokenization to Thailand

Bitkub and IOST launch a new education and tokenization initiative in Thailand to promote real-world asset adoption via blockchain.

OKX Earn Launches in the U.S. With Up to 19.25% Yield

OKX’s new U.S. staking platform “Earn” offers up to 19.25% yield on top tokens like ETH and SOL. Backed by new hires and full compliance.

Mastercard and Chainlink Let 3 Billion Users Buy Crypto Onchain

Chainlink and Mastercard partner to enable direct onchain crypto purchases for over 3 billion users using standard credit cards.

Bitcoin Dominance Surges to 62% in 2025 — What It Means for Altcoin Season

Bitcoin is regaining crypto market share as dominance hits 62%. Institutional flows favor BTC, delaying a new altcoin season.

Kazakhstan Taps Solana to Build Central Asia’s First Crypto Hub

Kazakhstan teams up with Solana to launch CryptoCity and a special economic zone in Astana, aiming to become Central Asia’s Web3 leader.

Adam Back Calls Bitcoin Treasury Investing the New Altseason

Blockstream CEO Adam Back urges investors to shift from altcoins to Bitcoin and Bitcoin-treasury stocks like MicroStrategy and Metaplanet.

Telegram’s DarkneMarket Rebounds After Huione Ban

Telegram banned Huione Guarantee over $27B in scams, but darknet markets like Tudou Guarantee have quickly replaced it. Here’s how it works.

Max Crown Wants You to Use Blockchain Without Even Knowing I

TON Foundation CEO Max Crown is redesigning Web3 around user experience, fiat access, and real-world mini-apps. His goal? Make blockchain disappear.

Malaysia Bans Telegram While Pitching Web3 Sandbox to Startups

Malaysia blocks Telegram over “public harmony” concerns just days after launching its Digital Asset Innovation Hub. What this means for crypto startups.

Asia-Pacific Web3 Push Begins: BAI Launches Digital Economy Initiative in Hong Kong

Blockchain Alliance International kicks off Asia-Pacific Digital Economy Initiative in Hong Kong, uniting governments, startups, and UN partners to promote inclusive Web3 innovation.

OKX Eyes Wall Street IPO After $504M U.S. Settlement and Market Relaunch

Crypto exchange OKX is planning a U.S. IPO after paying $504M in fines and relaunching operations in America. Is this the biggest crypto comeback of 2025?

Max Keiser Predicts $800K Bitcoin Amid Japanese Bond Market Crisis

Max Keiser forecasts Bitcoin to reach $800,000 as Japan’s bond market teeters on collapse. Here's how a global financial unraveling could trigger the next BTC bull run.

Bitcoin Drops Below $100K as Iran Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rattle Crypto Markets

Geopolitical tensions over the Strait of Hormuz send Bitcoin tumbling to $99K. Here’s how oil, war fears, and diplomacy are shaking up the crypto world.

Japan’s Metaplanet Buys 1,111 Bitcoin During Market Crash — $117M Bet on BTC

Tokyo-listed Metaplanet just bought 1,111 Bitcoin amid geopolitical turmoil, growing its crypto holdings to 11,111 BTC. Here's why Japan is warming up to Bitcoin.

Why OKX Is Europe’s Best MiCA-Compliant Crypto Exchange in 2025

Discover why OKX is leading Europe’s crypto scene in 2025 — MiCA-compliant, low fees, over 320 coins, and tools for beginners and pros alike.