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Robinhood's Crypto Trading Explodes: $70 Billion Volume, Up 400% in Q4

Robinhood's Crypto Trading Explodes: $70 Billion Volume, Up 400% in Q4

Robinhood, the popular commission-free brokerage, has reported a staggering 400% year-over-year increase in crypto trading volume, reaching $70 billion in Q4 2024. The surge reflects a renewed interest in digital assets amid Bitcoin’s rise to $100,000 and heightened market activity ahead of the U.S. presidential elections. Crypto

Plume Network and Mercado Bitcoin Partner to Tokenize $40 Million in Brazilian RWAs

Plume Network and Mercado Bitcoin Partner to Tokenize $40 Million in Brazilian RWAs

Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization startup Plume Network has joined forces with Mercado Bitcoin, one of Latin America's largest crypto trading platforms, to tokenize $40 million worth of Brazilian asset-backed securities, consumer credit, corporate debt, and accounts receivable, according to a statement released Wednesday. Bridging Global Capital with Emerging

Franklin Templeton Expands FOBXX Fund to Solana in Latest Blockchain Integration

Franklin Templeton Expands FOBXX Fund to Solana in Latest Blockchain Integration

Franklin Templeton, a leading asset manager making significant strides in crypto and blockchain technology, has announced the expansion of its Franklin OnChain U.S. Government Money Fund (FOBXX) to Solana. This move marks the latest blockchain integration for FOBXX, reinforcing the firm's commitment to tokenized investment products. FOBXX:

Ripple and Galaxy Digital Provided $160M Loan to MoonPay Amid Trump Memecoin Surge

Ripple and Galaxy Digital Provided $160M Loan to MoonPay Amid Trump Memecoin Surge

Crypto exchange MoonPay secured $160 million in emergency funding from Ripple and Galaxy Digital to handle overwhelming demand for Donald Trump’s official memecoin following its January 18 launch, according to a recent podcast revelation. TRUMP Token’s Meteoric Rise The TRUMP token was introduced just days before Trump’s

Bitwise CIO Sees Institutional Optimism as Retail Crypto Sentiment Lags

Bitwise CIO Sees Institutional Optimism as Retail Crypto Sentiment Lags

The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a sharp contrast between institutional confidence and retail investor sentiment, according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. While institutional demand for crypto assets is reaching record highs, retail investors remain pessimistic, creating what Hougan believes to be a prime opportunity for long-term gains. A

Bitcoin Drops Below $95K as U.S. Inflation Data Surprises Markets

Bitcoin Drops Below $95K as U.S. Inflation Data Surprises Markets

January CPI Report Sparks Market Volatility Across Crypto and Traditional Assets Bitcoin prices fell sharply below the $95,000 mark on Tuesday following an unexpected rise in U.S. inflation, which also rattled stock and bond markets. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for January revealed inflationary pressures stronger

Stablecoins to Drive AI-Powered Financial Automation, Says Sky Protocol’s Rune Christensen

Stablecoins to Drive AI-Powered Financial Automation, Says Sky Protocol’s Rune Christensen

Stablecoins are poised to become a cornerstone of AI-driven financial automation, offering a seamless payment solution in an increasingly digital economy, according to Sky Protocol (formerly MakerDAO) co-founder Rune Christensen. AI and Blockchain: A Transformative Convergence Christensen highlights the integration of AI agents and blockchain as a game-changing force in

Goldman Sachs Expands Bitcoin ETF Holdings to $1.5 Billion in Q4 2024

Goldman Sachs Expands Bitcoin ETF Holdings to $1.5 Billion in Q4 2024

Investment banking giant Goldman Sachs has significantly increased its exposure to spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), boosting its total holdings to $1.5 billion by the end of Q4 2024, according to its latest 13F filing submitted Tuesday. Goldman Sachs Doubles Down on Bitcoin ETFs As of December 31, 2024,

Lido Unveils V3: Introducing Customizable 'stVaults' for Advanced Ethereum Staking Strategies

Lido Unveils V3: Introducing Customizable 'stVaults' for Advanced Ethereum Staking Strategies

Ethereum – Lido, the leading Ethereum staking solution, has announced the upcoming launch of Lido v3, set to go live this summer. The latest upgrade introduces stVaults, a modular smart contract system designed to enhance the flexibility and functionality of Lido’s liquid staking infrastructure. A New Era for Liquid Staking

TON Network Integrates with LayerZero to Enable Cross-Chain Asset Transfers

TON Network Integrates with LayerZero to Enable Cross-Chain Asset Transfers

The Open Network (TON) has officially integrated with LayerZero, a leading interoperability protocol, to facilitate seamless cross-chain asset transfers across more than 100 blockchains. The integration initially supports Ethereum, Tron, Solana, and nine additional networks, marking a significant leap in multi-chain connectivity. Expanding Liquidity and Accessibility By leveraging LayerZero’s

KULR Technology Expands Bitcoin Holdings with $10 Million Purchase, Reaching 610 BTC

KULR Technology Expands Bitcoin Holdings with $10 Million Purchase, Reaching 610 BTC

KULR Technology Group has strengthened its Bitcoin treasury strategy with the acquisition of an additional 100 BTC for approximately $10.4 million. The purchase, made at an average price of $103,905 per Bitcoin, was disclosed in an 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday. With this

Plume Network Partners with Superstate to Expand Multichain Tokenized Finance

Plume Network Partners with Superstate to Expand Multichain Tokenized Finance

In a significant step toward expanding access to tokenized financial products, Plume Network has been selected by Superstate to power its multichain expansion, the companies announced on Tuesday. As part of the collaboration, Plume Network will provide the infrastructure for Superstate’s suite of tokenized investment products. In return, Plume

Japanese Game Maker Gumi Invests $6.6 Million in Bitcoin to Strengthen Web3 Presence

Japanese Game Maker Gumi Invests $6.6 Million in Bitcoin to Strengthen Web3 Presence

Tokyo-listed mobile game studio Gumi Inc. has announced its plan to purchase Bitcoin worth 1 billion Japanese yen (approximately $6.58 million) as part of its broader strategy to expand into the Web3 space. The company disclosed in a statement on Monday that the acquisition will take place between February

Uniswap Labs Launches Unichain Layer-2 Network to Enhance DeFi Experience

Uniswap Labs Launches Unichain Layer-2 Network to Enhance DeFi Experience

Uniswap Labs, the team behind the prominent decentralized exchange Uniswap, has officially launched Unichain, a Layer-2 network designed to improve decentralized finance (DeFi) operations. This release follows the recent introduction of Uniswap’s V4 and aims to provide users with faster transactions and reduced fees. Enhanced Performance and User Experience

Alabama Man Pleads Guilty in SEC X Account Hack That Falsely Announced Bitcoin ETF Approval

Alabama Man Pleads Guilty in SEC X Account Hack That Falsely Announced Bitcoin ETF Approval

A 25-year-old Alabama man, Eric Council Jr., has pleaded guilty to charges related to the January 2024 hack of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) X account. The hack resulted in a fake post falsely announcing the approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), causing a

Gold Hits Record High as Investors Seek Safe Haven Amid Trade Tensions and Inflation Worries

Gold Hits Record High as Investors Seek Safe Haven Amid Trade Tensions and Inflation Worries

Gold prices soared to a new all-time high of $2,902 per ounce on Monday, driven by a combination of factors including sustained central bank buying, global trade uncertainties, and increasing demand for safe-haven assets. The precious metal's strong performance, up 17.5% since the start of the

Strategy (Formerly MicroStrategy) Resumes Bitcoin Buying, Adds $742 Million Worth

Strategy (Formerly MicroStrategy) Resumes Bitcoin Buying, Adds $742 Million Worth

Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, is back in the Bitcoin market. After a brief pause, the company resumed its aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy, purchasing an additional 7,633 BTC for approximately $742.4 million between February 3 and February 9. This latest purchase brings the company's total Bitcoin

Crypto Investment Products Defy Market Volatility, Attract $1.3 Billion in Weekly Inflows

Crypto Investment Products Defy Market Volatility, Attract $1.3 Billion in Weekly Inflows

Despite a turbulent week for cryptocurrency prices, marked by significant drops in Bitcoin, Ether, and memecoins, global crypto investment products saw a surge in net inflows, reaching $1.3 billion. This nearly doubles the previous week's inflows and extends a five-week positive streak, demonstrating continued institutional interest in

Proton Launches Self-Custodial Bitcoin Wallet, Prioritizing Privacy and User Control

Proton Launches Self-Custodial Bitcoin Wallet, Prioritizing Privacy and User Control

Proton, the Swiss company renowned for its privacy-focused services like Proton Mail and Proton VPN, has officially launched its self-custodial Bitcoin wallet to all users. After a successful early access program, the Proton Wallet is now available on iOS, Android, and web, aiming to make Bitcoin ownership and transactions more

Binance Founder CZ Criticizes Exchange's Token Listing Process, Citing DEX Price Swings

Binance Founder CZ Criticizes Exchange's Token Listing Process, Citing DEX Price Swings

Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance, has publicly criticized the cryptocurrency exchange's token listing process, calling it "a bit broken." Zhao's concerns center on the short timeframe between listing announcements and the actual start of trading, a practice

Trump Unleashes New Tariffs: 25% Steel and Aluminum Duties Set to Shake Global Trade

Trump Unleashes New Tariffs: 25% Steel and Aluminum Duties Set to Shake Global Trade

President Donald Trump is moving forward with his aggressive trade policy by announcing a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, effective from Monday. This decision comes as part of a broader strategy to bolster American industries, shrink trade deficits, and generate new revenue streams for his tax agenda.

Christie's to Host Groundbreaking Auction of AI-Generated Art, "Augmented Intelligence"

Christie's to Host Groundbreaking Auction of AI-Generated Art, "Augmented Intelligence"

Christie's, the renowned auction house, is making a bold move into the intersection of art and technology with its first-ever sale comprised solely of artworks created using artificial intelligence (AI). The sale, titled "Augmented Intelligence," marks a significant endorsement of AI's role in the

Arweave Launches AO Mainnet: A "Hyperparallel Computer" for Decentralized Apps

Arweave Launches AO Mainnet: A "Hyperparallel Computer" for Decentralized Apps

Arweave, known for its permanent data storage blockchain, has officially launched the mainnet of its new computing platform, AO. Dubbed a "hyperparallel computer," AO aims to provide a distributed environment for applications requiring high levels of parallel processing, particularly those involving on-chain autonomous agents and AI coordination. AO

Understanding Crypto Liquidity: Pools, Mining, Risk, and Why It's Crucial for You

Understanding Crypto Liquidity: Pools, Mining, Risk, and Why It's Crucial for You

Crypto Liquidity Explained: Why It Matters and How It Works Ever tried to buy a rare item, only to find no one selling it, or tried to sell something unique and found no buyers? That's a problem of liquidity – or rather, a lack of it. In the world

Story Protocol Lets AI Agents Buy, Sell, and Trade Intellectual Property

Story Protocol Lets AI Agents Buy, Sell, and Trade Intellectual Property

Story Protocol, a platform seeking to revolutionize intellectual property (IP) management, is pioneering a novel approach where AI agents can buy, sell, and trade IP rights with each other. This innovative system, built on blockchain technology, aims to address concerns about AI's use of copyrighted material while creating