Category: crypto

XRP has dropped to a crucial support level after a 30-day decline, prompting technical analysis to determine if the cryptocurrency can maintain its current price structure. Momentum indicators suggest a potential short-term bounce, with the possibility of a bullish continuation if the support level holds. Analysts are closely monitoring the situation for potential upside later…

Euro-denominated stablecoins have surpassed $1 billion in circulation, representing just 0.006% of Europe’s $15.5 trillion M2 money supply. Issuance is expanding to networks beyond Ethereum. The market is smaller compared to dollar-based stablecoins but shows potential for growth with increased regulatory clarity and adoption.

Ava Labs, led by chief business officer John Nahas, is focusing on purpose-built blockchains rather than short-term market trends in 2025. They are expanding their Avalanche network to cater to specific use cases, with clients like Toyota, FIFA, and SMBC building independent chains tailored to their workflows. The company projects around 200 institutional and enterprise…

Coinbase is expanding its platform by introducing stock trading and prediction markets for U.S. users, alongside crypto trading. The company plans to add thousands of additional stocks and support tokenized equities. They are also integrating prediction markets and derivatives trading into their app, aiming to offer a wider range of financial products.

Ondo Finance and LayerZero have launched a bridge for transferring tokenized stocks and ETFs between Ethereum and BNB Chain. The bridge supports over 100 assets and plans to expand to additional EVM networks. The bridge ensures tokens remain fully backed as they move between chains and is built on LayerZero’s infrastructure.

Aster is launching its Stage 5 airdrop with lower emissions and a three-month vesting option for loyal users. This phase leads into the launch of Aster Chain’s testnet and mainnet in early 2026. Early claims trigger token burns to reduce sell pressure, while participation details remain similar to previous stages.

The Federal Reserve has removed old guidance preventing uninsured state-chartered banks from engaging in crypto activities under its supervision. New guidance allows these banks to join the Fed, settle payments directly, and participate in crypto activities. This decision was made to keep up with evolving financial systems and understanding of innovative products.

World Liberty Financial plans to allocate 5% of its treasury to support the growth of its USD1 stablecoin through partnerships and incentives. The proposal aims to increase USD1 adoption to enhance the overall WLFI ecosystem. Stakeholders can vote on the proposal, which also includes plans for new products like a crypto-linked debit card.

Bitcoin price continues to fall due to miner liquidations, Asian whale selling, and China’s renewed mining restrictions. Despite ongoing institutional BTC accumulation, the market is weighed down by forced selling and excess supply. U.S. institutions are buying BTC, but regional selling and distressed miners are capping upside potential.

Brazilian stock exchange B3 is planning to launch a tokenization platform for real-world assets, including equities, and a stablecoin pegged to the Brazilian real. They also plan to offer Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana options pending regulatory approval. This move aims to integrate digital assets into the country’s financial infrastructure.