Category: crypto

Aztec has released the alpha version of its v5 execution layer, enabling programmable privacy for Ethereum through zero-knowledge smart contracts. The new architecture processes private computations on user devices and uses cryptographic proofs for on-chain verification without exposing sensitive data. It also supports confidential DApps and addresses privacy challenges in blockchain execution, particularly in decentralized…

Ionic Digital has received SEC approval for its registration statement before its planned Nasdaq direct listing on July 28. Existing shareholders, including former Celsius creditors, will be able to sell their shares under the ticker IOND. The company is expanding beyond Bitcoin mining to focus on AI and high-performance computing.

Morpho has launched Midnight on Base, a fixed-rate lending protocol that brings fixed-rate and fixed-term borrowing to its onchain lending network. Midnight allows lenders and borrowers to negotiate loan terms directly, supporting institutional and retail lending. The protocol complements Morpho Blue, offering a different lending model with intent-based peer-to-peer matching.

Bitget has added Siebly SDKs for its V3 Unified Account and V2 Classic APIs, reducing integration work for developers building crypto applications. The SDKs provide access to spot, futures, copy-trading, and market data applications. The partnership aims to simplify trading connections while supporting Bitget’s strategy of connecting crypto, tokenized equities, and real U.S. stocks.

XRP Ledger v3.2.0 software has been adopted by 66% of validators, with 99 validators running the release. An amendment, fixCleanup3_2_0, has 85.71% support and is set to activate on July 29. The update fixes various issues and changes the server name to “xrpld.” Node operators are urged to update before the activation.

ARK Invest bought $20.45 million worth of SpaceX stock before it jumped 7.10% to $128.37, resulting in an early paper profit. Despite short selling and IPO losses, ARK’s investment in SpaceX has exceeded $475 million. The firm spread the purchase across four ETFs, with a positive outlook from analysts.

Senate negotiations over the CLARITY Act have led to new customer protections and an ethics agreement, increasing the odds of Polymarket’s enactment to 43%. Lawmakers are working towards a bipartisan floor vote, with Democratic senators securing additional safeguards and addressing gaps in current digital asset regulations. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is optimistic about reaching…

BIS research found that stablecoin inflows remain unaffected by capital controls in over 130 economies, posing challenges for emerging-market governments. Dollar-backed tokens are increasingly used in emerging markets for remittances and trade settlement. However, they may weaken monetary sovereignty and present regulatory challenges due to their decentralized nature.

Telegram plans to launch a non-custodial Gram wallet for over 1 billion users, allowing fee-free transfers. This wallet will be integrated into the Telegram app, giving users control over their crypto assets. The announcement follows the rebranding of Toncoin to Gram and aims to increase self-custody and peer-to-peer transfers.

MEXC has introduced TAO staking for its 40 million users through Yuma, providing exchange-based access to rewards from one of the largest decentralized artificial intelligence networks. Yuma will manage staking allocations across Bittensor, simplifying the staking process for users and increasing participation in the network through a centralized exchange.