Recovered from the SITE123 blog, Aug 2026. Imported as drafts for review.
Since August 2, the Mantle (MNT) token has seen a significant rally, climbing nearly 40% and reaching a six-month high of $0.95. This surge is largely attributed to the upcoming launch of UR, a neobank backed by Mantle, which is set to conclude its beta testing on August 8. UR, described as a “blockchain-powered finance … Read more
A new report from the Federal Reserve has sparked a debate about using gains from the U.S. gold reserves to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve. This proposal comes as the government shows increasing interest in cryptocurrencies and their potential role in national finance. While President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a Strategic … Read more
On August 6, 2025, Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski announced the upcoming launch of the Rumble Wallet, a new tool designed to enable global payments for content creators. This initiative is a result of a collaboration with Tether and MoonPay. The new wallet will integrate Web3 features, allowing users to send tips and payments directly to … Read more
On August 7, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin emphasized the need for faster Layer 2 (L2) withdrawals using zero-knowledge proofs. This move is intended to strengthen Ethereum’s position as the primary economic hub for issuing assets. Buterin believes that by moving away from the current Optimistic proof system and reducing withdrawal times to under an hour … Read more
MetaMask, the popular crypto wallet used by over 100 million people, has added support for the Sei Layer 1 blockchain. This integration allows users to directly access Sei’s ecosystem of applications, tokens, and NFTs from their wallet. Users can now easily swap, bridge, and buy Sei tokens using built-in payment options like credit cards and … Read more
Bakkt Holdings, a U.S.-based crypto platform, is significantly expanding its focus on Bitcoin by acquiring a substantial stake in Japan’s Marusho Hotta. This deal will make Bakkt the largest shareholder in the Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed company. Subject to shareholder approval, Marusho Hotta will undergo a complete transformation, rebranding as bitcoin.jp and integrating digital assets, particularly … Read more
Hedera Hashgraph’s native token, HBAR, is currently experiencing significant selling pressure, with its price potentially falling below the $0.20 mark in the near future. This downturn is primarily attributed to a noticeable decline in interest from futures traders and reduced accumulation in spot markets. HBAR’s value has already dropped by 11% from its recent peak … Read more
In a significant move for Japan’s cryptocurrency market, SBI Holdings has submitted an application to the country’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) for two new crypto asset ETFs. The proposed ETFs are designed to provide regulated exposure to XRP, Bitcoin, and gold-backed digital assets. If approved, this would be a landmark development, as these would be … Read more
The battle for the top spot in Solana’s memecoin ecosystem is intensifying. Pump.fun, the long-standing leader, has reclaimed its position as the top platform for new token launches, narrowly surpassing its rival, LetsBonk.fun. According to Dune Analytics, Pump.fun launched 13,690 new tokens in the last 24 hours, compared to LetsBonk.fun’s 13,392. However, LetsBonk.fun still leads … Read more
In a landmark move to modernize U.S. securities regulation, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins has unveiled “Project Crypto.” Announced on July 31, 2025, the initiative is a comprehensive effort to bring the U.S. financial markets “on-chain” and make the country the “crypto capital of the world.” The new framework, to be spearheaded … Read more