TON Blockchain Outage: How a 40-Minute Freeze Proved Its Strength

The Open Network (TON) faced a 40-minute block halt on June 1 due to a hidden bug — no funds were lost, and the swift recovery highlighted the network’s resilience.

Ethereum Foundation Launches Protocol Team to Accelerate Scaling and UX Upgrades

The Ethereum Foundation has formed a new “Protocol” unit to streamline development across Layer 1 scaling, blob space optimization, and user experience.

ASEAN Unveils Post-Dollar Strategy with Local Currencies and CBDCs

ASEAN’s 2026–2030 economic strategy prioritizes local currencies, digital payments, and financial independence — signaling a shift from U.S. dollar dominance.

U.S. Banks Begin Cautious Crypto Entry Through Pilots and Partnerships

Major U.S. banks are testing crypto services through custody pilots, partnerships, and stablecoin initiatives, while awaiting clear regulatory guidance.

Tim Draper: The U.S. Dollar Is Dying, Bitcoin Will Dominate Retail Transactions

Tim Draper predicts the extinction of the U.S. dollar, arguing that Bitcoin will become the dominant medium of exchange as fiat currencies collapse.

South Korea Set to Legalize Tokenized Securities Amid Blockchain Push

South Korea is on the verge of legalizing tokenized securities with bipartisan political support, reshaping its financial future with blockchain at the core.

CZ Proposes ZK-Powered Dark Pool DEX to Protect DeFi from MEV Attacks

Binance founder CZ suggests a zero-knowledge dark pool DEX to prevent MEV, slippage, and front-running in DeFi. Here's what it means for crypto.

Floki Price Prediction for June 2025: Bears Take Control as Support Breaks

Floki (FLOKI) breaks below key levels as bearish momentum intensifies. Here's what to expect in June 2025 and where the price may go next.

Bangkok Ranked #1 for Remote Work as Thailand Embraces Regulated Crypto Innovation

Bangkok tops global digital nomad rankings as Thailand expands crypto openness with G-Tokens, blockchain policies, and strict but progressive regulations.

Coinbase Rumored to Acquire Circle for Full USDC Control, Says Former Insider

Coinbase may be preparing to buy Circle, giving it full control over the USDC stablecoin and a strategic edge in the race to own Web3 finance infrastructure.

EIP-7702 Exploit Drains $9M as Hackers Target Ethereum Wallets

A critical flaw in Ethereum’s EIP-7702 has enabled crypto theft gangs to steal over $9 million. Here’s how the exploit works and what devs are doing now.

Robert Kiyosaki: Even 0.01 Bitcoin Could Make You Rich Amid Crisis

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki warns of hyperinflation and economic collapse — and says even 0.01 BTC could be life-changing. Here’s why.

Litecoin Launches LitVM Layer-2 to Enable Smart Contracts and DeFi

Litecoin debuts LitVM, a ZK-powered Layer-2 with EVM support, enabling smart contracts, DeFi, NFTs, and tokenized assets on the Litecoin network.

NYT Licenses Content to Amazon as NYC Launches Bitcoin Bond Initiative

The New York Times signs AI deal with Amazon while NYC unveils BitBond, a Bitcoin-backed bond aimed at crypto investors. Mayor Adams pushes Web3 reforms.

Hong Kong Gazettes Stablecoin Ordinance, Requiring Licensing and 1:1 Reserves

Hong Kong’s new Stablecoin Ordinance enforces strict licensing, reserve backing, and AML compliance for HKD-pegged digital assets. Here’s what it means.

Paxos Launches USDG Stablecoin on Ink Blockchain via Global Dollar Network

USDG, a Paxos-backed stablecoin, launches on Ink Blockchain with support from the Global Dollar Network, unlocking scalable DeFi and real-world backed liquidity.

Thailand to Block OKX, Bybit, and More: SEC Crackdown Begins June 28

Thailand will block access to Bybit, OKX, and other crypto exchanges starting June 28, 2025. Here's why the SEC is cracking down and what users must do now.

Reform UK Proposes Bitcoin Reserve at Bank of England, Backed by Saylor

Reform UK calls for Bitcoin reserve at the Bank of England and lower crypto taxes. Saylor backs it, sparking debate over the UK's digital finance future.

Fastex Expands to U.S. With New Los Angeles Office Amid Softer Crypto Rules

Dubai-based crypto exchange Fastex opens L.A. office, citing Trump-era regulatory thaw. Plans include U.S. spot trading and LATAM expansion.

Bitcoin Yield Goes Institutional: exSat, OKX, and Standard Chartered Launch XBTC

exSat, OKX, and Standard Chartered unveil XBTC — a compliant, yield-bearing version of Bitcoin built for institutions. BTC just became a productive asset.

: Blockchain 2050: How AI, Finance, and Brands Will Go Onchain

A new OKX and Blockworks report shows how blockchain will reshape finance, consumer brands, sports, and AI. 10% of global GDP could go onchain by 2027.

Telegram to Integrate Grok AI by xAI — Toncoin Surges Despite No Musk Deal

Telegram plans to add Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot to its platform, boosting messaging with smart features. Toncoin price jumps 10%+ as xAI talks progress.

How sBTC and BTCFi Are Turning Bitcoin Into a Trillion-Dollar Yield Machine

Stacks just unlocked DeFi for Bitcoin with sBTC — a BTC-backed asset powering lending, staking, and smart contracts. Here's how Bitcoin is becoming programmable and profitable.

PSG Confirms Bitcoin Treasury Strategy at Bitcoin 2025

PSG becomes the first elite football club to add Bitcoin to its treasury, marking a major moment for crypto adoption in sports and institutional finance.

Ledger Launches CL Visa Card With Bitcoin Cashback

Ledger’s Crypto Life Visa card launches in the U.S. with 1% cashback in BTC or USDC, self-custody, and paycheck support — redefining crypto payments.

FLOKI Launches U.S. Media Blitz Ahead of Valhalla Mainnet

FLOKI kicks off a 3-month U.S. media blitz with 200+ TV spots, Times Square ads, and investor outreach to back the June 30 launch of Valhalla MMORPG.

Telegram Raises $1.5B With BlackRock, Eyes AI & TON Future

Telegram is raising $1.5B through bonds, integrating xAI’s Grok, and expanding TON with top hires — with BlackRock and Citadel backing the vision.

BlackRock Backs Circle’s $624M IPO to Boost USDC Growth

Circle’s IPO is backed by BlackRock and ARK Invest, signaling Wall Street’s growing embrace of stablecoins. USDC may be crypto’s financial backbone.

Adam Back: It’s Still Early to Buy Bitcoin in 2025

Adam Back reaffirmed that the Bitcoin adoption curve is still in its early stages, particularly for retail investors and companies transitioning to a Bitcoin-centric treasury model. His insights at Bitcoin 2025 underline the growing momentum toward institutional Bitcoin standards and the broader vision of BTC as a core financial infrastructure.

MetaMask Adds Native Solana Support in Browser Extension

MetaMask now supports Solana, enabling users to send, swap, and connect to dApps without switching wallets. Mobile and Bitcoin support are up next.

Bitlayer Enables Bitcoin Smart Contracts with Miner Support

Bitlayer partners with top mining pools to launch smart contract functionality on Bitcoin via BitVM—no hard forks, no upgrades, just pure Layer 2 power.

Cantor Fitzgerald Launches $2B Bitcoin Lending Platform

Cantor enters crypto with a $2B Bitcoin Financing Business for institutions, offering BTC-backed loans with Anchorage and Copper custody support.

SOL Strategies Files $1B Raise to Accelerate Solana Growth

SOL Strategies has filed to raise $1B CAD to fund Solana’s ecosystem growth, positioning itself as a key institutional backer of blockchain infrastructure and dApps.

Circle Files for IPO: USDC Stablecoin Hits Wall Street

Circle, issuer of USDC, is going public on the NYSE. Here's how its IPO could reshape crypto finance, boost transparency, and challenge Tether’s dominance.

Tokenization Is the Future of Finance: WEF Report Reveals How Real-World Assets Are Going On-Chain

The WEF’s new report shows how asset tokenization will transform finance by 2030. From tokenized bonds to smarter collateral, here’s why global markets are preparing for the shift.

South Korea Plans Government-Backed Stablecoin on Public Blockchains to Counter USDT Outflows

The Bank of Korea is exploring deposit tokens tied to public chains amid $19B in stablecoin outflows. With political momentum and tech readiness, Korea may redefine the future of stablecoins.