Avalanche launches Avalanche9000 testnet, its largest upgrade to date
Avalanche9000 testnet launched, reducing costs and enabling permissionless L1s. The upgrade will lower validator and C-Chain fees, boosting accessibility. Avalanche has also launched a $40M grant program to incentivize the…
Cardano (ADA) could be ready for parabolic run to $2 in coming weeks, these 2 altcoins could also be on the cusp of a price explosion
Having surged over 120% in 14 days, Cardano (ADA) has been a star performer in the current bull cycle. Due to its success and whale accumulation, some analysts project ADA…
Nexo introduces Personal USD Accounts for clients in over 150 countries
Nexo launches Personal USD Accounts, enabling direct USD bank transfers globally. SWIFT integration allows secure cross-border transfers with multi-currency management. Nexo plans to add ACH and Domestic Wire services for…
Dogwifhat (WIF) ticks higher after Robinhood listing
Robinhood lists Dogwifhat (WIF), expanding its meme coin offerings and market reach. Dogwifhat’s price surged 7.73%, stabilizing around $3.35 after the listing. Robinhood aims to capitalize on the meme coin…
Axie Infinity creator Sky Mavis lays off 50 employees
Sky Mavis lays off 50 employees to streamline operations for future growth. Layoffs are a strategic move, not due to financial instability or poor performance. Axie Infinity’s token AXS dropped…
Mastercard and JP Morgan Team up to Enhance Cross Boarder Payments
Mastercard and JP Morgan are collaborating to enhance B2B cross-border payments by providing faster settlement and more transparency. Mastercard’s multi-token network will integrate with JP Morgan’s Kinexys Digital Payments (formerly…
US SEC Commissioner Jaime Lizárraga to resign in January
Jaime Lizárraga will resign as SEC Commissioner on January 17, 2025. His departure leaves only one Democrat on the SEC amid a Republican-led shift. Discussions intensify over the next SEC…
Cboe to launch first cash-settled Bitcoin index options
Cboe to launch cash-settled Bitcoin index options based on the CBTX index on Dec 2. The options will offer indirect exposure to Bitcoin via US spot Bitcoin ETFs. Mini options…
Blockchain Association outlines ‘first 100-days’ priorities for Trump
Blockchain Association wants to see the establishment of a crypto regulatory framework as a priority. Trump should appoint a new SEC chair within the first 100 days. Other key areas…
US spot Bitcoin ETFs hit $30 billion in combined net inflows since January launch
BlackRock’s IBIT attracted the most at over $600 million followed by Fidelity’s FBTC with $301 million The 12 spot Bitcoin ETFs have brought in a combined $30.35 billion since launching…