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DeFi's new front: VerifiedX bets bitcoin's next chapter is programmable, private
VerifiedX says its Bitcoin sidechain enables programmable, privacy-preserving transactions without synthetic wrappers, targeting growing institutional demand for native DeFi on the original blockchain system.
Japan's SBI Securities, Rakuten Securities plan to offer crypto investment trusts
Another 11 companies responded to a survey saying they would consider offering crypto funds once the regulatory environment becomes clear.
A Russian stablecoin built to dodge sanctions says it can survive even if they're lifted
A7A5, the Russia-linked stablecoin built to move money around banking restrictions, says faster trade settlement, yield and regional crypto infrastructure could keep it relevant even if geopolitical tensions ease.
Lombard joins LayerZero exodus as $4 billion in assets switch to Chainlink's bridge
The shift comes after the Kelp DAO exploit drained $292 million from its LayerZero-powered bridge, increasing concerns over the security of cross-chain infrastructure.
Kraken parent Payward cuts 150 staff, streamlining business ahead of planned IPO
The crypto exchange is also seeking fresh funding at a $20 billion valuation as it ramps up acquisitions and prepares for a public listing.
OKX, Korea Investment and Securities said to be in talks for 40% of Coinone
OKX's planned move into the South Korean market would echo that of Binance, which completed its acquisition of Seoul-based Gopax last year.
Wall Street is starting to notice one of crypto’s smartest AI bets
A growing spotlight on Nof1’s Alpha Arena suggests SUI Group and Karatage may have gotten early to one of the most important experiments in finance: teaching AI how to trade in real markets.
Hyperliquid leads 24-hour gains as altcoins pace bitcoin
HYPE’s surge is being fueled by Bitwise’s new spot Hyperliquid ETF and Coinbase’s expanded role as Hyperliquid’s official USDC treasury deployer.
Hana Bank to acquire $670 million stake in Upbit operator Dunamu
The South Korean bank announced plans for a won-pegged stablecoin, blockchain remittances and tokenized securities.
Strategy’s STRC stock logs record $1.5 billion trading volume, funds 11,707 bitcoin purchase
Heavy trading volume ahead of the ex-dividend date pushed STRC to its busiest session on record.
