Category: crypto

Aave has chosen Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) as the default infrastructure for cross-chain operations within its ecosystem. CCIP now handles deposits, withdrawals, Stable Vaults, GHO transfers, and governance functions. Chainlink is expanding institutional adoption through Project Pangea and banking partnerships. The integration streamlines token transfers, vault management, and governance across networks.

Coinbase Ventures led the crypto venture capital sector in the first half of 2026 with 30 startup investments, despite a slowdown in overall crypto fundraising. The top sectors attracting funding were DeFi, payments, and AI. While overall fundraising was weak, there were signs of improvement in June and July.

Jito has proposed using 100% of the DAO’s revenue share for JTO buybacks and token burns through Q4 2027. The proposal, known as JIP-38, aims to make Jito a token-centric network controlled by JTO holders. The plan triggered an 8% rise in JTO value and includes automated buybacks overseen by the Dev Council.

Gondor introduces V1, a portfolio-backed margin account for Polymarket traders, replacing isolated lending with cross-margin. Private access starts next week, with a public launch in September. The new system evaluates a trader’s entire Polymarket portfolio as collateral and offers larger credit lines. Details like borrowing rates and collateral requirements are yet to be disclosed.

Spain burned over 1.16 million SPAIN Fan Tokens following their quarter-final victory in the FIFA World Cup 2026. This campaign, called Burn to Glory, has removed nearly 3 million SPAIN tokens from circulation so far. Chiliz and LBank have expanded fan token trading with new futures products and live trading competitions.

Strategy raised $466.7 million through MSTR stock sales, keeping their Bitcoin holdings at 843,775 BTC. Standard Chartered maintains a $100,000 Bitcoin target despite concerns about Strategy’s treasury approach. The company also holds $3 billion in U.S. dollar reserves for dividends and debt payments. No repurchase of shares occurred during the reporting period.

Progmat has completed the migration of its security-token platform from Corda 5 to a dedicated Avalanche Layer 1. The migration preserved existing functions and controls, with rights transfers running three to five times faster. The platform now supports Ethereum Virtual Machine compatibility, with plans for cross-chain settlement services in the future.

Evernorth has launched a Japanese-language presence as it expands its work around XRP. The company has introduced a dedicated account for local updates and market analysis in Japan, with a focus on communication and engagement rather than a disclosed operating unit. SBI’s $200 million commitment links Evernorth to Japan’s established XRP financial network.

John Deaton credited 75,000 XRP holders with helping Ripple executives resist SEC pressure during the legal fight. Ripple considered closing before choosing a costly legal defense. The case ended with a mixed ruling, $125 million penalty, injunction, and dismissed appeals final. Deaton praised executives for not settling early and accused SEC lawyers of using tactics.

Ross Gerber criticized Strategy founder Michael Saylor for a financing model that he believes is hurting Bitcoin. Gerber claims that Strategy’s leveraged Bitcoin model creates selling pressure and weakens Saylor’s image as a long-term holder. Supporters argue that Strategy’s limited sales show balance-sheet flexibility, while Gerber promotes regulated exchange-traded funds for Bitcoin exposure.