Policy
The CLARITY Act's Definition of 'Mature' Blockchains Lacks Key Aspects
Decentralization alone does not define a mature blockchain, according to insights from Algorand's Chief Strategy Officer.
Crypto
Stellar Upgrade Leads to Temporary Trading Suspensions on Major Exchanges
Leading exchanges halt trading in Stellar's XLM token to ensure stability as the network undergoes a major upgrade, while price faces resistance levels.
Finance
Solana Community Greenlights Major Alpenglow Update
In a historic move, the Solana community has overwhelmingly approved the Alpenglow upgrade, anticipated to revolutionize transaction efficiency.
Finance
Figure Technologies Aims for Over $4 Billion Valuation in Upcoming IPO
Figure Technologies plans to raise $526 million while seeking a valuation exceeding $4 billion through an IPO.
Blockchain
Solana's Historic 'Alpenglow' Upgrade Gains Overwhelming Approval
The Solana community overwhelmingly approved the 'Alpenglow' upgrade, setting the stage for a significant transformation in the network's functionality.
Business
Sonic Labs Allocates $40 Million to SonicStrategy for Nasdaq Listing and U.S. Growth
SonicStrategy has secured a $40 million convertible funding from Sonic Labs aimed at expanding its operations and pursuing a Nasdaq listing.
Business
Somnia Mainnet Launches, Introducing SOMI Token After Processing 10 Billion Test Transactions
The Improbable-created blockchain claims to have successfully processed over 10 billion transactions during its test phases and includes Google Cloud among its validators.
Crypto
‘OP_CAT is Not a Creation of Mine; It's Satoshi’s,’ Bruce Liu Asserts While Advocating for Bitcoin's Code Revival
Bruce Liu, founder of OP_CAT Labs, argues for the reactivation of an opcode in Bitcoin that could enhance its programmability, making it competitive with blockchain platforms like Ethereum and Solana.
Crypto
Ethereum to Shut Down Holesky Testnet Following Fusaka Upgrade
The Holesky testnet will be retired after two years of operation, as Ethereum implements the Fusaka upgrade to enhance rollup efficiency.
Finance
Sonic Community Greenlights $150 Million Token Program for U.S. ETF Initiative
Sonic Labs has proposed a $150 million plan to support institutional adoption, including the establishment of a $50 million ETF.
Crypto
Solv and Chainlink Introduce Real-Time Collateral Verification for SolvBTC Pricing
This new collaboration aims to enhance transparency and security for SolvBTC, making it resilient against manipulation in decentralized finance.
Blockchain
Insight on DoubleZero: A Conversation with Austin Federa
Austin Federa discusses DoubleZero, a new blockchain layer aimed at enhancing communication speed in crypto transactions, and its implications for decentralized systems.
Finance
Flare Secures Second Public Company for XRP DeFi Initiative
Everything Blockchain Inc. commits to using Flare’s XRP finance framework, enhancing XRP's potential as a productive corporate asset.
Crypto
Stellar Sees 3% Increase Amid Rising Institutional Interest in Blockchain Payments
Stellar's native token, Lumens, rises as institutions explore blockchain solutions, closing near $0.39.
Finance
U.S. Government Begins Transmitting Economic Data on Blockchains as Concept Test
The U.S. Department of Commerce has introduced blockchain technology to release gross domestic product data, marking a significant shift in economic data management.
Crypto
The Rise of Solana and Ethereum: A Guide for Advisors
Bitcoin leads the way, yet a new wave of blockchains presents exciting prospects with growing, revenue-generating applications.
Crypto
Chainlink and Pyth to Provide U.S. Economic Data on Blockchain
Chainlink's LINK and Pyth's token have seen significant price increases following an announcement regarding the delivery of official macroeconomic data from the U.S. Department of Commerce on blockchain technology.
Crypto
Solana Aims for Instant Transaction Finalization as Alpenglow Upgrade Approaches Vote
The Alpenglow proposal, which is currently in the voting phase, promises to speed up transaction confirmation times significantly and improve network resilience.
Blockchain
Symbiotic Launches New Feature for Enhanced Security in Blockchain Networks
Symbiotic has unveiled External Rewards, a new feature aimed at enabling networks to offer token-based incentives to stakers and node operators, enhancing shared security across blockchain ecosystems.
Finance
Google Enhances Its Layer-1 Blockchain: Here’s What We Know So Far
Google Cloud's plans for a new layer-1 blockchain were detailed, demonstrating how it will stand apart from competitors.
