Category: crypto
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Aerodrome and Velodrome merge into Aero DEX
Dromos Labs introduces Aero, a unified exchange merging Aerodrome and Velodrome. The platform aims to consolidate liquidity, improve scalability, and expand across Ethereum and Arc blockchains. Aero will distribute a new token to existing holders, with enhancements like MetaDEX 03 to boost efficiency and lower costs, attracting institutional users and developers.
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Canary Capital files for first U.S. MOG ETF
Canary Capital has filed with the SEC to launch a new ETF tied to a memecoin called MOG Coin. The fund will hold actual MOG tokens and operate similarly to other spot crypto ETFs, giving investors regulated access to MOG. This filing comes as the U.S. crypto ETF market grows.
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Polymarket goes live in the US for limited users as part of beta test
Polymarket has relaunched in the U.S. in beta mode after regulatory issues. The platform is currently operating quietly with select users placing real-money bets. Polymarket revamped its legal structure and brought Donald Trump Jr. onto its advisory board. The company acquired QCEX in a $112 million deal to operate legally in the U.S. They are…
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Japan Exchange Group weighs tighter oversight of crypto treasury firms
Japan Exchange Group is considering tightening oversight on digital asset treasury companies to protect retail investors from excessive risk. Major Japanese crypto treasury firms have seen their share prices plummet, prompting the group to potentially implement stricter audits and disclosure requirements. Similar actions have been taken in other Asian jurisdictions.
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XRP price rises as ETF buzz mounts, can it reclaim $3?
XRP’s price is rising to $2.50, with optimism surrounding the potential launch of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) driving the increase. More than ten XRP ETF proposals are active or pre-launch. The token is consolidating between $2.19 and $2.70, with a breakout towards $3 seeming less likely. Institutional interest is growing, pushing XRP higher.
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Singapore and German central banks collaborate on cross-border digital asset settlements
The central banks of Singapore and Germany have agreed to collaborate on cross-border digital asset settlements, aiming to make international transactions faster and more cost-effective. This partnership will also establish universal standards for tokenized assets, payments, and securities to enhance global financial interoperability. This agreement builds upon Singapore’s Project Guardian initiative.
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Bitwise’s Chainlink ETF makes DTCC debut as LINK price slips 5%
Bitwise’s Chainlink ETF is progressing towards launch, listed on the DTCC under CLNK. However, SEC approval is still pending due to the government shutdown. Despite this, LINK price dropped 5% to $15.52, showing bearish sentiment. Grayscale is also planning a Chainlink ETF, and other ETFs are expected to launch soon.
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Kraken co-chief criticizes UK’s strict crypto rules
Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi criticizes strict U.K rules on promoting crypto, warning it could deter users from investing. Sethi argues regulations hinder consumer experience and capital flow. Kraken rules out offering tokenized private company shares, with no comment on potential IPO plans. FCA defends rules, saying they inform customers of risks and benefits.
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Hong Kong set to launch third blockchain-based green bond offering
Hong Kong will release its third series of blockchain-based green bonds using HSBC’s digital infrastructure to fund environmental projects. The bonds will be issued in multiple currencies and recorded on blockchain. This is part of Hong Kong’s efforts to expand its tokenized asset ecosystem, with previous successful digital bond offerings by Hong Kong corporations.
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Tether secures majority stake in Nasdaq-listed VCI Global following $100M OOBIT deal
Tether is set to become the largest shareholder of VCI Global through a $100 million digital asset transaction involving OOBIT’s OOB token. VCI Global, a technology platform developer, aims to integrate OOBIT’s token utility into its platforms. Tether’s strategic investments outside the stablecoin market have been successful, with recent acquisitions in various sectors.