XRP Ledger Upgrade Boosts Stability and DeFi
@Ripple has released a major upgrade to the XRP Ledger (XRPL), enhancing network stability and DeFi capabilities with new features and bug fixes, while $XRP trades at $2.08. #Update #Crypto $XRP
Crypto Transition: Japan Shifts to Securities Law
Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) plans to regulate crypto assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, enhancing user protections and data disclosure for initial exchange offerings. #Update #Crypto
Bitcoin Connects Lightning and Liquid for Privacy
@Blockstream has updated its Green app to enable trustless atomic swaps between Bitcoin’s Lightning and Liquid networks, enhancing user access to fast, private payments. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Kalshi Wins Court Battle Against Connecticut
A federal judge temporarily halted Connecticut’s enforcement of gambling laws against @Kalshi, pending a preliminary injunction decision. Connecticut claims Kalshi violates state gaming laws. #Breaking #Legal
Wirex Launches Institutional Stablecoin Yield
@Wirex partners with Morpho and Gauntlet to offer up to 6% APR on stablecoin balances for businesses via a new yield platform. #Update #Crypto
Bitcoin Holdings Surge 416 BTC Acquisition
American Bitcoin Corp acquired 416 BTC, increasing total holdings to 4,783 BTC, valued over $440M; Eric Trump emphasizes strategic growth. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Upbit Eliminates 100% of Hot Wallet Assets
@Upbit has eliminated hot wallet asset allocation to zero, shifting all user assets to cold storage after a $30M breach. This move prioritizes user security amid rising cyber threats. #Update #Crypto
Bitcoin Stays Range-Bound After FOMC Meeting
Bitcoin trades at $92,732 ahead of the FOMC meeting, with Matrixport predicting a range-bound market despite a potential 25bps Fed rate cut. Adjustments toward $88,000 are anticipated. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Mubadala Capital Launches Tokenized Market Access
@MubadalaCapital partners with @Kaio to explore tokenized access to private market investments, aiming to digitize fund structures and broaden institutional access. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Bitcoin Launches $500M Preferred Stock Program
@Strive has launched a $500M at-the-market offering for its Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock (SATA) to fund further $BTC purchases, currently trading around $91. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Google Gemini Launches Military AI Platform
The U.S. War Department launches GenAI.mil, integrating Google’s Gemini AI for military use, enhancing AI adoption across 3 million personnel. #Update #Tech
NFT Sales Plummet to Record Low
NFT market faces downturn as monthly sales plummet to record lows, reflecting broader challenges in the digital asset space. #Update #Crypto #NFT
Bitcoin Services Expand Syz Bank Collaboration
Syz Bank partners with Taurus to enhance digital asset services, focusing on custody and blockchain connectivity in Geneva. #Update #Crypto
Silver Surges Ahead of Fed Rate Decision
Spot silver hits a new high above $61 amid tight supply and strong demand, supported by expectations of a Fed rate cut. #Update #Commodities