Crypto Heist: Canadian Suspect Still Missing
TheBlock: Canadian Andean Medjedovic charged with $65M crypto theft from @KyberSwap and Indexed Finance, remains at large, according to the US Department of Justice. #Breaking #Legal (+9) ↗
Defi
Uniswap V4 Revolutionizes Ethereum DeFi
Decrypt: @Uniswap launches V4 on Ethereum and 11 other chains, reducing liquidity pool costs by 99.99% and introducing customizable hooks for developers. #Update #Crypto $UNI (+6) ↗
DeFi Revolution: Cables Finance Connects RWAs
CryptoBriefing: @CablesFinance integrates real-world assets with DeFi using liquid staking and perpetual futures, enhancing liquidity and global adoption in decentralized finance. #Update #Crypto (+4) ↗
Uniswap v4 Launches Expanding DeFi Reach
CoinGape: @Uniswap launches Uniswap v4, enhancing DeFi capabilities across Ethereum and multiple platforms with new developer tools and cost reductions. UNI trades at $12.03 despite the update. #Update #Crypto $UNI (-3) ↘
Crypto: SEC Harassment Led Cronje Exit
DailyHodl: Andre Cronje, founder of @SonicBlockchain, reveals SEC pressure led him to quit crypto in 2022, citing regulatory harassment and stress. #Breaking #Legal $S (-8) ↘
Crypto Partnership Trump Media Charles Schwab
@TMTGOfficial partners with @CharlesSchwab to launch Truth.Fi, a fintech firm offering crypto services, with a $250M investment in digital assets like $BTC. This move diversifies TMTG’s reserves and expands its DeFi presence. #Breaking #Crypto (+8) ↗
Track Wallets Balance Asset Correlation
Santiment offers a streamlined way to monitor whale wallets, including those linked to the Trump family, which have shown increased activity in DeFi coins since his inauguration. Check out their Whale Watcher CEX Deposits dashboard for insights. #Update #Crypto (+3) ↗
Crypto ETFs: Tuttle Capital Files 10
@TuttleCapital has filed for 10 leveraged crypto ETFs, including TRUMP and Cardano ($ADA), signaling potential growth in the ETF market. This move highlights increased institutional interest in cryptocurrencies. #Update #ETF $ADA (+4) ↗
DeFi Crisis Thorchain Faces Toxic Debt
@THORChain paused its savers and lending programs, freezing $98 million in crypto assets amid a $200 million insolvency. The move aims to prevent a financial collapse, with the community having 90 days for restructuring. #Breaking #Crypto $RUNE (-9) ↘
Ethereum: Trump’s Firm Joins Top Stakers
@Arkham’s data reveals that President Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is now a top 0.1% holder of staked Ethereum ($stETH) after acquiring $33 million worth of ETH, alongside other significant crypto assets. #Breaking #Crypto $ETH (+8) ↗
Chainlink CCIP Powers Sonic DeFi Apps
@SonicLabs has integrated @Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) into its mainnet, enabling secure cross-chain token transfers and enhancing DeFi applications. This development supports Sonic’s high transaction throughput and scalability. #Update #Crypto $LINK (+6) ↗
Ethereum Foundation Unveils DeFi Strategy Shift
The @Ethereum Foundation is undergoing significant changes, with Vitalik Buterin confirming leadership shifts and a $165M DeFi initiative. Despite criticism, Buterin remains firm against yielding to social media pressures. #Update #Crypto $ETH (+6) ↗
Crypto Venture Raises $1B Trump-Backed
@WorldLibertyFinancial, linked to Donald Trump, raised $1B via token sales, exceeding targets amid high demand. The venture plans to release 5B more tokens. Justin Sun increased his investment to $75M. #Breaking #Crypto $WLF (+8) ↗
Ethereum Allocates 50K ETH for DeFi Boost
The @Ethereum Foundation plans to allocate 50K $ETH to bolster DeFi applications, addressing previous criticisms about its commitment to the decentralized finance sector. #Update #Crypto $ETH (+3) ↗