Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025- The Nation Token ($NATO), a decentralized asset launched on the Base blockchain, is now officially trading on Uniswap, Poloniex, and AscendEX. The token’s launch follows an extraordinary airdrop event in December 2024, when 740 billion $NATO tokens—74% of the total 1 trillion supply—were distributed evenly to 1 million randomly selected […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 4, 2025-0xbow has unveiled a new privacy tool, “Privacy Pools,” designed to enhance on-chain privacy while ensuring compliance with regulations. The tool, which draws from a 2023 research paper co-authored by Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin, allows users to make private deposits and withdrawals of ERC-20 tokens using zero-knowledge proofs.  Unlike previous privacy solutions, […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 17, 2025 – A growing number of US states are considering legislation to establish Bitcoin reserves or allow cryptocurrency investments for public funds, signaling a shift in state-level financial policy. Utah is leading the charge with its Blockchain and Digital Innovation Amendments bill, which cleared the House Economic Development and Workforce Services […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 14, 2025-Asset manager 21Shares launched Europe’s first Dogecoin exchange-traded product (ETP) on Tuesday, signaling rising institutional interest in the meme-based cryptocurrency. The product, developed in partnership with the House of Doge — a division of the Dogecoin Foundation — will trade under the ticker “DOGE” on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The 21Shares […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 05, 2024 – German fintech firm 21X has become one of the first companies to gain regulatory approval to operate a blockchain-based trading and settlement platform under the European Union’s DLT Pilot Regime. The milestone was confirmed Tuesday following an announcement from Germany’s financial watchdog, BaFin.  The license enables 21X to establish […]

Table of Content Blockchain is the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies. Unfortunately, as this technology evolves, people are developing new ways to misuse and perform malicious actions. The 51% attack or a majority attack is one of them, which refers to a situation in which a miner or a group of miners gain control of more […]

Dubai, Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – The world’s first sustainable blockchain, 5irechain, announced on February 21, 2024, that their $10 million grant program is set for three months, commencing from March 1 to May 31, 2024. It said that it aimed to encourage high-level developers to use the 5ire blockchain to create decentralized applications (dApps). […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 15, 2025 – Seismic, a blockchain developer focused on encrypted decentralized applications, has successfully raised $7 million in a funding round led by a16z Crypto, the cryptocurrency investment arm of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. The round also saw participation from several prominent investors, highlighting strong confidence in Seismic’s approach to blockchain […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 2, 2025 – Andreessen Horowitz’s blockchain division, A16z Crypto, has joined a legal fight against the U.S. Treasury and IRS, opposing a broker reporting rule that critics argue threatens the future of decentralized finance (DeFi).  In a statement on December 30, Michele Korver, head of regulation at A16z Crypto, condemned the rule […]

Zug, Switzerland, Wednesday, March 20, 2024 – Two African startups, one from Kenya and another from Nigeria, have been selected to participate in the sixth edition of the CV Labs accelerator program, according to a press release issued by CV VC on March 13, 2024. The CV Labs accelerator is the ecosystem division of CV […]

Nairobi, Thursday, April 25, 2024 – Web3 socialFi-based African builder NODO platform reached its 200 000 users within the first quarter of 2024, NODO announced on April 18. The announcement said that NODO had become the pioneer blockchain in the education and community engagement sectors for the continent.  It said that the surge in the […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 07, 2025 – Blockchain developer platform Alchemy has launched a $5 million initiative, the ‘Everyone Onchain Fund,’ aimed at accelerating mainstream adoption of Web3 and supporting Ethereum’s evolving ecosystem.  The fund provides resources to developers working on Alchemy Rollups and the smart wallet Account Kit, offering financial and infrastructure support for rollup […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 3, 2025 – South African investment company Altvest Capital has officially entered the Bitcoin market, citing the cryptocurrency as a strategic reserve asset and a hedge against economic instability.  Altvest announced its first Bitcoin investment on Feb. 21, emphasizing that its digital asset strategy will remain focused exclusively on Bitcoin and will […]

Hong Kong, August 19 2023- On July 27, 2023, Animoca Brands, a prominent company in the blockchain gaming and metaverse space, disclosed an investment of $30 million into HI, a top-tier mobile social entertainment platform. Industry observers say that the investment will help HI accelerate the development of its blockchain gaming and metaverse products and […]

Ethereum… the brainchild of Vitalik Buterin, has and continues to change the digital landscape by providing an all-in-one platform for the creation of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, decentralized exchanges (DEXs), and the issuance of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). At the heart of Ethereum is the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), a virtual machine that runs smart contracts […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 20, 2025 – Argentine President Javier Milei has denied allegations of fraud after a cryptocurrency he mentioned on social media collapsed, causing investor losses.  President Milei is under mounting scrutiny over his alleged involvement in the collapsed $LIBRA cryptocurrency, with new claims implicating his sister, Karina Milei, in the controversy.  Reports from […]

New York, Saturday, November 02, 20240-Asia has overtaken North America as the top destination for crypto developers, with the region now representing 32% of the global talent pool, a significant increase from 13% last year, according to data from Electric Capital.  In contrast, the United States’ share has dropped to 18.8%, marking a 51% decline […]

SYDNEY, Australia, Tuesday, April 23, 2024 –  The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has launched legal proceedings against three blockchain mining companies accused of operating without a license and violating financial regulations. ASIC alleges that NGS Crypto, NGS Digital, and NGS Group promoted blockchain mining packages with fixed-rate returns to Australian investors, potentially leading […]

Catenaa, Sunday, December 08, 2024- The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is inviting feedback on proposed updates to its guidance for digital asset regulation, aiming to clarify how existing financial laws apply to the fast-evolving sector.  The updated guidance details how entities offering digital asset-related financial services can secure an Australian Financial Services (AFS) […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 09, 2025-Australia securities watchdog, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), has successfully shut down 95 companies linked to fraudulent crypto investment and romance scams. The Federal Court approved the closure yesterday, April 8, 2025, after ASIC revealed that the firms were operating under false or misleading premises. Many of the companies […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 24, 2025-The Australia government on Thursday announced plans to establish a ‘fit for purpose’ digital asset framework aimed at fostering innovation while ensuring consumer protection.  The Treasury released a paper Thursday detailing efforts to regulate digital asset platforms (DAPs) and stablecoins, with input from industry leaders, regulators, and the public. The initiative […]

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, Monday, March 4, 2024 – The Avalanche blockchain, a popular platform for decentralized applications (dApps), came back online at approximately 11:30 AM ET on March 4, 2024, following a five-hour outage that began at 6:30 AM ET the same day. The network stoppage disrupted transactions and applications built on Avalanche. The […]

New York, Saturday, November 09, 2024- The Avalanche Foundation has repurchased $52 million worth of AVAX tokens initially sold to the Luna Foundation Guard (LFG) in 2022. The bankruptcy court granted Avalanche permission to reclaim 1.97 million AVAX tokens, marking the close of a chapter in Avalanche’s relationship with Terraform Labs, the blockchain project responsible […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 – Avarik Labs has officially launched Red Covenant, a mobile strategy RPG that blends tactical gameplay with blockchain technology. Set in the immersive world of the Avarik Saga Universe, the game invites players to create their legacy in a universe where every battle and victory has real-world value. At the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-Germany’s financial watchdog, BaFin, has banned the sale of Ethena GmbH’s USDe token in the country, citing approval process flaws and violations of the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR).  BaFin ordered immediate enforcement actions, including freezing the token’s reserve assets and halting new customer registrations. The regulator further instructed […]

BASEL, Switzerland, Thursday, July 4, 2024- The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) announced a series of measures on Wednesday aimed at strengthening oversight of banks’ cryptoasset holdings, managing interest rate risk, and mitigating risks associated with third-party service providers. The framework takes effect in January 2026. The committee finalized a disclosure framework requiring banks […]

Minsk, Belarus, Wednesday, February 14, 2024 – The central bank of Belarus, the National Bank of Belarus (NBB), confirmed plans to launch a blockchain-powered central bank digital currency (CBDC), the “digital Belarusian ruble (DBR),” by 2026. The move comes amidst ongoing economic constraints following Western sanctions imposed due to the Ukraine war. However, analysts caution […]

In a move to bolster the European Union’s (EU) blockchain infrastructure and foster innovation in the digital realm, Belgium has taken the initiative to revitalize the European Blockchain Services Infrastructure (EBSI) project. This initiative aligns with the country’s presidency of the Council of the European Union, which commences in early 2024. The EBSI project, launched […]

Tech entrepreneur and Shark Tank billionaire Mark Cuban recently expressed interest in the potential of blockchain technology to transform real estate development. “So, you are saying you will have written a smart contract on a ZK L2 which will check for a construction permit being issued, which in turn will create and send me an […]

New York, NY, Monday, January 22–Leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance announced today its support for Ondo Finance (ONDO), a newly launched project aiming to bridge the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and the crypto ecosystem by tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs) like short-term bonds and US Treasuries. The project, led by former Goldman Sachs executives Justin Schmidt […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 2, 2025 – Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, reported preventing more than $129 million from being lost to scams in 2024 through its advanced use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies.  In its year-end Anti-Scam Refund Initiative report, Binance revealed a robust security framework that combined cutting-edge surveillance […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 31, 2025-Crypto exchange Binance has introduced a centralized exchange (CEX) to decentralized exchange (DEX) trading feature, allowing users to execute DEX trades directly from their Binance wallets. The move eliminates the need for asset bridging or manual transfers, simplifying the process for users.  According to Binance, the feature supports stablecoins like Circle’s […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 3, 2025 – BingX, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has introduced a revamped futures trading page, solidifying its position as one of the top five derivatives platforms worldwide in 2024. According to industry reports from CoinGecko and Coinglass, BingX’s continued growth in trading volume and strategic innovation underpins its ascent in the […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 26, 2023- Bitcoin price briefly spiraled downward on Friday (21) after the news broke of a significant hack at Dubai-based exchange Bybit. Mining stocks also saw a drop following the Bitcoin’s price drop. Bitcoin dropped below $90,000 on Tuesday (25) for the first time in over a month amid a broad cryptocurrency […]

New York, Monday, November, 2024-In a warning to investors, cryptocurrency expert Alan Santana has highlighted signs that Bitcoin (BTC) may be heading for a significant downturn after failing to surpass its previous all-time high. The leading cryptocurrency is currently consolidating below the $70,000 resistance level, raising concerns about its future performance. Santana claims that Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 20, 2025-Bitcoin miners are ramping up their coin sales as surging costs and weakening prices pressure their margins, according to new data from CryptoQuant. In a report released Tuesday, the analytics firm said miners sold 15,000 BTC on April 7 — the third-largest daily outflow of the year. At the day’s low […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – The US Bitcoin mining industry has generated more than 31,000 jobs and contributed over $4.1 billion annually to the economy, according to a new report from The Perryman Group. The industry is concentrated in 12 states, with Texas leading the charge. The Lone Star State accounts for $1.7 billion […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025-Bitcoin adoption remains relatively low despite its growing prominence, with only 4% of the world’s population owning BTC, according to a new study by River, a Bitcoin financial services firm.  The United States leads in Bitcoin ownership, with 14% of individuals reporting holdings, while North America has the highest adoption rates […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, January 08, 2025 – Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company BitFuFu has inked a two-year agreement with BITMAIN, a leading manufacturer of cryptocurrency mining hardware, to acquire up to 80,000 S-series miners, including flagship models S21 XP and S21 Pro.  The deal allows BitFuFu to order the miners in batches over the contract term, offering […]

NEW DELHI, India, October 4, 2023 – Leading cryptocurrency derivatives and copy trading platform Bitget today announced its plans to invest in Indian blockchain startups. The investment will be made through the platform’s Blockchain4Youth (B4Y) initiative, a $10 million Web3-focused project that aims to support and empower young people in the blockchain industry. Bitget’s investment […]

Singapore, Monday, January 22, 2024 – Web3 trading platform Bitget Wallet, formerly known as BitKeep, has launched a new inscription ecosystem called GetScribe, aiming to simplify access to omnichain inscriptions for users and developers. With this launch, Bitget Wallet strengthens its focus on Web3 technology and accessibility. GetScribe provides a range of key features to […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 10, 2025 – BitMEX, the cryptocurrency exchange known for pioneering perpetual futures, is seeking a buyer, according to sources familiar with the matter. The platform, co-founded in 2014 by Arthur Hayes, enlisted the services of boutique investment bank Broadhaven Capital Partners late last year to assist in the sales process. Recent interest […]

New York, Thursday, November, 2024 – BlackRock’s spot bitcoin ETF, IBIT, saw an unprecedented $1 billion in trading volume within 20 minutes of market open on Wednesday, following Donald Trump’s presidential victory. The trading frenzy was driven by investor enthusiasm for Trump’s pro-crypto stance, which boosted bitcoin’s price to a record high of $75,000. Eric […]

Catenaa, Saturday, January 4, 2025 – BlackRock’s BUIDL token has been approved as a backing asset for Frax Finance’s new stablecoin, frxUSD. The decision follows a governance proposal submitted by Securitize, the broker-dealer managing BlackRock’s tokenized money market fund, which was endorsed by Frax’s decentralized autonomous organization (DAO).  The frxUSD stablecoin, backed by assets held […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-BlackRock launched its iShares Bitcoin ETP in Europe on Tuesday, marking its first crypto-backed exchange-traded product outside North America. The ETP is now listed on Euronext Paris and Xetra under the ticker “IB1T” and on Euronext Amsterdam as “BTCN.” The fund is backed by bitcoin held in cold storage by Coinbase […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025-BlackRock CEO Larry Fink early this week warned that the US dollar’s world reserve currency status is not guaranteed, cautioning that digital assets like bitcoin could replace it if US debt continues rising. In his annual letter, Fink highlighted concerns over national debt outpacing GDP and government interest payments surpassing defense […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2025 – BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has withdrawn from the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative, citing political scrutiny and legal challenges. The move follows similar exits by major US banks from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance after Donald Trump’s election as president.  This also come in the back drop […]

New York, Wednesday, October 23, 2024-BlackRock is in talks with cryptocurrency exchanges Binance, OKX, and Deribit to adopt its BUIDL token as collateral for derivatives trades, according to a Bloomberg report. Citing anonymous sources, the report suggests that BlackRock is working to expand the use of its money-market digital coin in the crypto space. BUIDL, […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 22, 2025-– Efforts to allow spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to generate yield through staking are gaining traction, with major financial players backing the move. On Thursday, BlackRock Head of Digital Assets Robert Mitchnick highlighted the potential benefits of staking for ether ETFs, arguing it could boost investor demand. His remarks coincided with […]

 New York, Tuesday, October 01, 2024-BlackRock’s spot Ethereum ETF has reached a significant milestone, surpassing $1 billion in total asset value just two months after its launch. This achievement follows a favorable week of trading, with U.S.-based spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) logging their highest weekly inflows since early August. Friday (27) saw $58.7 million […]

Table of Content What exactly is a Blockchain Bridge? Blockchain, by nature, is closed off and exists as an isolated ecosystem. This is a major bane for the development of the blockchain industry as a whole, as it prevents the pooling of resources and achieving synergy. Imagine a blockchain bridge as a virtual connection that […]

Table of Content The Importance of Blockchain in Financial Services In an era where the financial industry handles trillions of dollars daily, the need for transparency, security, and cost-efficiency is paramount. Blockchain addresses this challenge by streamlining banking and lending services, reducing counterparty risk, and minimizing issuance and settlement times. Blockchain, a secure and transparent […]

Decentralized, distributed, and immutable… are probably not the first three words that pop into your head when you think about video games, but they are the core fundamentals of Blockchain. Blockchain is a decentralized, distributed, and immutable digital ledger system. It is the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies and NFTs (Non-fungible tokens). So, what does a […]

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – $988 million in investments in the blockchain gaming sector in April remarkably hit a new record since January 2021, the DappRadar games report said in April 2024. According to the report, with the beginning of the second quarter of 2024, the gaming sector in blockchain platforms has surpassed the entire […]

WASHINGTON, DC Wednesday, December 6, 2023:  JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon reignited his long-standing feud with cryptocurrency, stating he would “close it down” if he held the reins of government. Dimon, who is noted for his vocal criticism of Bitcoin and other digital currencies, doubled down on his skepticism, questioning the legitimacy of the entire […]

What is a Blockchain Oracle? Those who enjoy Greek mythology should be familiar with “Oracle.” Just like the oracles mentioned in ancient texts acted as a bridge between divine wisdom and the real world, blockchain oracles bridge real-world data to blockchain networks. In other words, oracles are lines of code that allow on-chain and off-chain […]

Blockchain has proven to be a revolutionary technology that has the potential to change the way we live and do business. It’s a decentralized, immutable, distributed, public ledger of transactions containing digital records which are grouped together in blocks and then linked together to form a chain. This makes it possible for multiple parties to […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 28, 2025-Blockchain networks routinely inflate their performance metrics, overestimating throughput by an average of 75%, according to new research by Steven Pu, co-founder of the Layer-1 blockchain Taraxa.  The study, based on data from Chainspect, examined 22 blockchain networks and found that real-world transaction processing speeds fall significantly short of the figures […]

November 27, 2023- Blockchain.com, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and wallet service provider, announced on November 14 that it had raised $110 million in a new funding round led by UK-based Kingsway Capital. The round also included participation from existing investors Baillie Gifford, Lakestar, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Coinbase Ventures. The new funding comes as the […]

Singapore, November 15, 2023 – BlockSec, a leading Web3 cybersecurity firm, today announced the launch of Phalcon, the world’s first Web3 crypto hack blocker. This groundbreaking software will help protocol teams prevent hacks and protect their users from financial losses. Phalcon’s technology uses a variety of techniques for real-time detection and prevention of attacks. These […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-The Brazilian Senate will conduct a public hearing on cryptocurrency regulation following a renewed legislative push to tighten oversight on virtual asset service providers (VASPs).  The Senate’s Economic Affairs Committee approved the hearing after Senator Rogério Carvalho, leader of the ruling Partido dos Trabalhadores (PT), called for broader consultation. The move […]

MOSCOW, Tuesday, March , 2024 – The BRICS group of nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) is exploring the creation of an independent payment system utilizing blockchain technology and digital currencies, according to a Kremlin press release issued on March 5, 2024. The initiative aims to develop a secure, efficient, and user-friendly system […]

Dubai, Tuesday, June 11, 2024 – The June 6 announcement by Bybit, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has sparked widespread speculation that China might be softening its stance on cryptocurrencies. This has created a buzz in the crypto markets, further fueled by renowned author Robert Kiyosaki’s prediction that Bitcoin could reach $350,000 by August 2024. Kiyosaki, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025 –Canary Capital Group, a digital asset investment firm, filed a proposal with U.S. regulators on Monday to launch an exchange-traded fund (ETF) tied to the spot price of Sui, a cryptocurrency linked to the Sui Network blockchain. This filing marks the sixth cryptocurrency-related ETF submission by Canary Capital, reflecting a […]

ZURICH Tuesday, June 18, 2024 – The Cardano blockchain network, known for its focus on peer-reviewed development, is nearing a critical milestone with the upcoming June hard fork, according to a post on Platform X by Charles Hoskinson, co-founder of Input Output Global (IOG), the company behind Cardano. This upgrade, dubbed the “Chang fork,” will […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025- Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has filed a request with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list Fidelity’s proposed Solana exchange-traded fund, marking a critical step in the approval process.  The exchange submitted a 19b-4 form on Tuesday, though Fidelity must still file an S-1 registration statement detailing the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025-Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe) Global Markets has announced plans to launch new Bitcoin futures contracts in collaboration with FTSE Russell, a subsidiary of London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). The Cboe FTSE Bitcoin Index futures (XBTF) are cash-settled contracts, based on the FTSE Bitcoin Reduced Value Index. This index, developed in […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 19, 2025 – Blockchain security firm CertiK has uncovered a $140,000 exploit on Arbitrum, which was executed through a signature verification vulnerability. The exploit allowed an attacker to bypass standard contract approvals and withdraw funds from multiple unverified swap adapter contracts. The incident, detected on March 10, 2025, involved the attacker utilizing […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 19, 2025 – Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has acquired Israeli fraud detection startup Alterya for $150 million, aiming to strengthen its capabilities in combatting blockchain-related scams.  The acquisition will allow Chainalysis to leverage Alterya’s AI-driven fraud models, which focus on halting fraudulent transactions in real-time. While Chainalysis tracks crypto transactions to trace […]

Catenaa, Friday, Mach 28, 2025-A recent investigation by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has revealed cryptocurrency transactions linking Mexican drug cartels to Chinese suppliers of fentanyl precursors. The findings highlight the growing use of digital assets in transnational criminal enterprises. The probe, which builds on prior investigations, identified over $37.8 million in suspicious crypto payments between […]

Dover, DE, Tuesday, April 09, 2024- ChainGPT, a company offering AI-powered Web3 infrastructure, has launched a $1 million grant program to bolster innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and Web3 technologies. Web3 refers to a decentralized version of the internet built on blockchain technology, while AI encompasses intelligent machines that can learn and […]

New York, Wednesday, July 10, 2024 – ChainGPT, a provider of AI-powered infrastructure for crypto, blockchain, and web3, has announced significant updates to its AI NFT Generator platform. These enhancements aim to improve user experience by offering increased flexibility, functionality, and security measures. In response to user feedback, ChainGPT now supports crypto payments through the […]

Brussels, August 31, 2023: Global interbank messaging service provider Swift announced that its experimental operation using blockchain technology based on the Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol CCIP of Chainlink was a success. The Swift CCIP Chainlink experiment started in June 2023. It was announced in a press release on June 13, 2023, and the results were announced […]

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – Chainstack, the blockchain infrastructure provider, secured an investment of $6 million from SBI Ven Capital, Sygnum, Azimut Group, Unicorn Factory Ventures, and Ventech Ventures, a media announcement dated May 16, 2024 said. The co-product offerings, client usability, and automation will be regarded as aspired sections to enhance with the investment, […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 13, 2025 – China has unveiled ambitious plans to integrate blockchain technology into its national data infrastructure, aiming to complete the project by 2029. The National Development and Reform Commission, alongside two other government bodies, released a policy document emphasizing blockchain’s role in enhancing the traceability and trustworthiness of data.  Despite its […]

Beijing, Monday, March 4, 2024 – Chinese authorities are intensifying their efforts to combat a surge in cybercrimes facilitated by blockchain technology and metaverse projects, according to the Supreme People’s Procuratorate (SPP), the country’s highest prosecutorial body. The Supreme People’s Procuratorate (SPP) reported a significant rise in cybercrimes committed using these emerging technologies. Deputy Prosecutor-General […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 19, 2025- The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has unveiled a plan to integrate artificial intelligence into the nation’s financial sector, emphasizing automation, cybersecurity, and regulatory oversight.  During its annual Technology Work Conference on Monday, the central bank outlined its 2025 financial technology agenda, prioritizing large-scale machine learning models in banking operations. […]

Boston, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 – Circle announced its USD Coin expansion of ETH-based zkSync on April 9, a post on X said. Apart from zkSync, 16 native blockchain networks, including Solana, Base, and Ethereum, will be supported. “Many leading ecosystem apps and DeFi protocols are expected to support native $USDC on zkSync for payments, […]

DAVOS, Switzerland, Monday, February 19, 2024 – Global financial technology firm Circle released its second annual State of the USDC Economy Report on January 15, 2024, titled “Welcome to the Era of Open Money.” The report paints a picture of significant growth and adoption for USDC, a regulated stablecoin pegged to the US dollar. Circle […]

New York, Thursday, February 29, 2024 – Global leader in wealth management, Citi announced on February 14, 2024, the completion of the proof-of-concept on tokenization of private funds in collaboration with Wellington Management and WisdomTree. The proof-of-concept was carried out by the Avalanche Spruce. It was identified that smart contract capabilities could facilitate buy and […]

New York, Tuesday, September 17, 2024-CleanSpark, a U.S.-based Bitcoin mining company, has announced the acquisition of seven mining facilities in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. The purchase is expected to increase CleanSpark’s total hashrate by 22%, significantly expanding its operations. The facilities, bought from Exponential Digital for $27.5 million, will contribute 85 megawatts (MW) of energy […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 20, 2025- The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) on Monday (17) began trading Solana futures, a move seen as a key step toward the approval of Solana-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs). CME Group, the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, introduced futures contracts in two sizes: a micro contract covering 25 SOL and a larger contract […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 27, 2025-CME Group and Google Cloud are partnering to develop solutions for wholesale payments and asset tokenization using Google Cloud’s Universal Ledger (GCUL), the companies announced Tuesday.  The initiative aims to modernize collateral, margin, settlement, and fee payments while aligning with the global shift toward 24/7 trading. The firms have completed initial […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-A Coinbase study conducted with EY-Parthenon found that over 75% of institutional investors plan to increase their exposure to digital assets in 2025, with 59% allocating more than 5% of their assets under management to crypto-related products. The survey, conducted in January as Bitcoin surged past $100,000 to a record high, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November, 2024-Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, is scheduled to meet with President-elect Donald Trump on Monday, November 25, to discuss potential appointments for key government positions, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The discussions come as Trump considers nominations for Treasury Secretary and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair, roles […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-Coinbase is in advanced discussions to acquire Deribit, the world’s largest crypto options exchange for Bitcoin and Ether, Bloomberg reported, citing sources familiar with the matter.  The companies have reportedly informed regulators in Dubai, where Deribit holds a license. The exchange, valued between $4 billion and $5 billion as of January, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 27, 2028-Coinbase reported $400 billion in total trading volume for Q4 2024, matching levels last seen during the 2021 bull market but with a dominant institutional presence. Retail investors accounted for just 21% ($94 billion) of the volume, down from 36% in 2021. The SEC’s recent dismissal of its case against Coinbase […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025 – Coinbase is revisiting its ambitions to introduce tokenized securities to the US market, a move it had attempted unsuccessfully five years ago. The company is encouraged by a shift in regulatory sentiment under President Donald Trump’s administration, particularly with the creation of the SEC’s crypto task force. Security tokens […]

New York, Sunday, November 10, 2024-Coinbase’s stock surged more than 30% on November 6, following Donald Trump’s election victory, closing at year-to-date highs. The massive rally was mirrored by the GraniteShares 2x Long COIN Daily ETF, which rocketed 62%—potentially a record one-day return for an ETF, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas. Leveraged ETFs, designed […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Friday, June 28, 2024- Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is suing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) after both agencies denied requests for public records, the company announced Thursday. “Coinbase, Inc., the largest digital-asset trading platform in the United States, retainedHistory Associates Incorporated to submit Freedom of […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Tuesday, May 14, 2024– Leading U.S. cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is experiencing a widespread service outage, impacting users on both desktop and mobile platforms, Coinbase Support according to a post by Coinbase on Platform X. The outage began at 4:15 UTC (12:15 EDT) on May 14, according to a message posted on Coinbase’s status […]

New York, Saturday, October 5, 2024- Coinbase Global Inc. has announced plans to delist stablecoins that fail to comply with the European Union’s upcoming regulations by the end of this year. The move targets popular i tokens such as Tether’s USDT, following the EU’s finalization of its Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. MiCA regulations, which […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 30, 2025-Coinbase has warned that Canada risks losing its global economic competitiveness unless it adopts crypto-friendly regulations. As the country nears a federal election, the exchange is urging policymakers to modernize financial regulations to support digital assets.  Lucas Matheson, Coinbase’s Canadian director, stressed in a blog post that while Canada has been […]

New York, Wednesday, October 30, 2024-Visa yesterday announced a partnership with Coinbase to integrate Visa Direct, enabling real-time account funding for Coinbase customers using eligible Visa debit cards. This feature allows users to instantly deposit funds, enhancing flexibility for trading opportunities in the fast-paced crypto market. The integration will enable Coinbase users across the US […]

New York, Thursday, October 31, 2024- Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin criticized the SEC’s aggressive regulatory actions, holding the agency partly responsible for Consensys’s recent 20% workforce reduction. In an October 29 blog post, Lubin stated that the SEC’s “abuse of power” has hindered innovation in the crypto space, causing significant job losses and stifling productive […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025-Constellation Network, a blockchain infrastructure company validated by the US  Department of Defense, has launched Digital Evidence, a tamper-proof compliance tool designed for law enforcement and emergency services, the company announced Tuesday.  The technology enables agencies to collect and securely store critical data, ensuring authenticity for legal and compliance purposes. Constellation’s […]

Table of Content What is the Cosmos Hub and How Does it Work? The Cosmos Hub aims to become the internet for blockchain, which is expected to lead to the widespread use of blockchain technology. It is an open-source project to connect various blockchains to create a faster, interoperable, scalable, and low-fee hub. The Cosmos […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025-CPIC Investment Management Hong Kong (CPICIMHK) has launched the city’s first tokenized USD money market fund, marking a milestone in blockchain finance.  Dubbed CPIC Estable MMF, the private fund digitizes shares on the blockchain for transparent ownership tracking. The fund debuted with an initial $100 million subscription on the HashKey Chain, […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025-South Korean regulators’ sanctions against Upbit, the country’s leading crypto exchange, have drawn strong criticism for being ineffective. The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) issued a three-month business suspension to Dunamu, the operator of Upbit, following revelations that the exchange facilitated nearly 45,000 virtual asset transfer transactions with 19 unreported, overseas-based operators.  […]

Catenaa, Friday, Mach 28, 2025-Enterprise blockchain firm Crossmint last week announced that it had raised $23.6 million in a funding round led by Ribbit Capital, with participation from Franklin Templeton, Nyca, First Round, Lightspeed Faction, and HF0. The funding will support the expansion of AI-powered blockchain tools and Web3 infrastructure.  Crossmint simplifies blockchain adoption for […]

Washington, Friday, June 28, 2024-President Joe Biden and presidential candidate Donald Trump did not discuss cryptocurrency during their 90-minute debate on Thursday, despite significant contributions from crypto lobbyists.((cointelegraph.com: Many crypto enthusiasts and investors expected crypto would be one of the highlight points in the Trump-Biden debate. The June 27 debate, hosted by CNN, covered topics […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2024 – France is grappling with an alarming surge in cryptocurrency scams, with losses in 2024 estimated at half a billion euros, as criminals use increasingly sophisticated tactics.  The country saw a sharp increase in scams, with 3.2% of French people falling victim, compared to just 1.2% in 2021. Fictitious loans […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 23, 2025 – At the Davos World Economic Forum on Thursday, January 23, cryptocurrency executives expressed growing confidence that the US will pass new regulations for digital assets in 2025, as former President Donald Trump’s rhetoric stirs market optimism. Trump’s vocal support for cryptocurrency has sparked renewed enthusiasm among industry leaders, who […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025-The global Crypto market took a significant hit Monday, with the market capitalization sinking 12%, resulting in $1 billion in liquidations across multiple exchanges. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other major cryptocurrencies saw sharp declines as investors pulled back amid the fading momentum of President Donald Trump’s proposed reserve plan.  Trump’s controversial plan, […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 03, 2025-Cryptocurrency prices tumbled Wednesday after President Donald Trump unveiled new reciprocal tariffs on nearly 200 U.S. trading partners, sparking markets-wide selloffs.  Bitcoin fell 3% to $82,600 after briefly touching $88,000. Ethereum dropped over 6% to below $1,800, while Solana shed 6.5%, trading near $118. Other top cryptocurrencies, including Dogecoin and XRP, […]

Thursday, March 14, 2024: According to DefiLlama data, several cryptocurrency startups invested $486 million in February. It was an increase of 5.3% from the previous month and was the highest investment in the last quarter. “The venture capital company, A16z, had invested the month’s highest investment in a crypto startup, investing $100 million into EigenLayer […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 12, 2025-A crypto whale narrowly avoided a massive $16 million liquidation on Maker on Monday as Ethereum’s price teetered near his liquidation threshold, blockchain data shows.  The anonymous trader, who holds a $75 million loan backed by 65,675 ETH, scrambled to stabilize his position after ETH dipped below $2,000. He first injected […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Crypto.com has acquired Australian brokerage Fintek Securities, securing an Australian Financial Services License to broaden its offerings in the local market. The license enables Crypto.com to provide deposit products, derivatives, securities, and managed investment schemes to Australian users.  Fintek specializes in trading foreign exchange, commodities, and indices through Contracts […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 23, 2025-Michael Egorov, the founder of Curve Finance, said the company had has raised $5 million in funding for his new project, Yield Basis, at a fully diluted valuation of $50 million. The fundraising, which began in January 2025, concluded in just two weeks, with investor demand oversubscribed by 15 times. Yield […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March  30, 2025-Custodia Bank and Vantage Bank have introduced Avit, the first US bank-issued stablecoin on a public blockchain, marking a major step in regulated digital payments.  The March 25 pilot involved minting, transferring, and redeeming Avit tokens on Ethereum’s ERC-20 standard, demonstrating a fully compliant, bank-backed stablecoin process. Unlike existing stablecoins, Avit […]

BRUSSELS, Belgium, November 14, 2023 –The European Parliament voted to approve the Data Act on November 9, a controversial piece of legislation that includes a provision allowing regulators to terminate Smart Contracts. Stored on a blockchain, smart contracts are contracts that execute automatically upon predefined conditions. They can be used to automate a wide range […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 10, 2025 – Dawgz AI, a blockchain project merging artificial intelligence (AI) with meme coin culture, said that it had has passed $1 million in its third presale round. The milestone underscores strong interest in the project’s innovative approach, aiming to blend utility with meme-driven trends. Launched on the Ethereum blockchain, Dawgz […]

Table of Content In an era defined by digital connectivity, the metaverse stands as a testament to the power of shared passions. But what if I tell you that this concept can be elevated further? Enter the decentralized metaverse. Imagine an expansive universe where creativity knows no bounds and where ownership and control belong to […]

The new economy is upon us. The digital world has forever changed the way we communicate and do business. Social media has driven companies to connect with their target audience to stay ahead of the curve with marketing campaigns and brand identity. Companies need an online presence to remain competitive in today’s market, and services […]

Imagine a market where you usually go to buy groceries. Multiple vendors will sell different types of goods, and they may have their own union or a local government body to regulate and oversee operations. Each vendor has their own prices, supplies, reputation, and quantity. What if there was a marketplace for digital assets where […]

Cryptocurrencies are digital or virtual currencies that rely on cryptographic systems for their operation. They offer a means of conducting secure online transactions without the need for intermediaries such as banks or payment processors. Every single transaction made in the realm of crypto is meticulously recorded on distributed, tamper-proof ledgers called blockchains. Imagine a giant, […]

San Francisco, California, September 19, 2023: The decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Balancer faced another security breach, with approximately $238,000 worth of crypto stolen on September 19, 2023. Balancer announced the attack on X, advising users not to interact with the protocol. The specific details of the attack are still under investigation, but it is believed […]

New York, Sunday, November 10, 2024- Detroit will soon allow residents to pay taxes and city fees using cryptocurrency, making it the largest US  city to adopt this payment option, it is learnt. The new service, anticipated in mid-2025, will be powered by PayPal’s secure platform, aiming to enhance payment accessibility, especially for residents who […]

FRANKFURT, Germany, Thursday, January 18, 2024 – Deutsche Börse, the German stock exchange operator, said on January 10 that it had finalized its acquisition of FundsDLT, a Luxembourg-based blockchain platform for end-to-end fund issuance and distribution, the Deutsche Börse Group said in a media communiqué. The deal, finalized after regulatory approval, marks Deutsche Börse’s strategic […]

Introduction You may have heard about cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, but have you ever wondered where your cryptocurrency is stored? We have bank accounts to store credit or debit transactions of fiat money. Like that, do we have anything for cryptocurrency? Yes, they are called crypto wallets. Some may say we have stored […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 02, 2024-The Dogecoin Foundation has called for funding to accelerate its 2025 plans, aiming to establish Dogebox, a decentralized payment platform designed to onboard small and medium-sized businesses into Dogecoin’s ecosystem. Announced on X (formerly Twitter), Dogebox seeks to empower grassroots retailers by enabling Dogecoin-based payments, integrating with existing systems, and rewarding […]

Catenaa, Monday, November 11, 2024-The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday the sentencing of Roman Sterlingov, the operator of Bitcoin Fog, the darknet’s longest-running Bitcoin mixing service. Sterlingov, a dual Russian-Swedish national, received a prison term of 12 years and six months for laundering criminal proceeds through the BTC mixing service from 2011 to […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 15, 2025 – DoubleZero Foundation, a startup aiming to build a new infrastructure to enhance blockchain performance, has secured $28 million in funding at a $400 million valuation, according to sources familiar with the deal. The round, led by Dragonfly and Multicoin Capital, is part of the company’s larger push to establish […]

New York, Thursday, November 07, 2024- The Dow Jones Industrial Average skyrocketed 1,500 points, marking its best performance since 2022 in a dramatic post-election rally on Wednesday as investors reacted positively to former President Donald Trump’s victory. This rally also propelled the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite to new all-time highs, reflecting market optimism about […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 23, 2025 – Hacking groups based in North Korea have stolen over $659 million in cryptocurrency in numerous crypto-heists in 2024, reports said last week. It is reported that hacking groups connected to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) have targeted companies in the blockchain industry. A joint statement issued by […]

DUBAI, UAE, Wednesday, January 17- Dubai, the up-and-coming tech hub of the Middle East, prepares to host the Global Blockchain Show (GBS) Dubai on April 16–17, 2024, a media report said. It said that the event promises to convene a diverse gathering of Web3 specialists, industry leaders, and curious minds eager to explore the transformative […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 07, 2025 –Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) plans to introduce new rules requiring cryptocurrency service providers to disclose the identities of major token holders, commonly known as crypto whales, according to CEO Matthew White.  The regulation aims to improve transparency in the digital asset market by mandating virtual asset service providers […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 15, 2025-Dubai has taken a major step in merging blockchain technology with the real estate sector through a new partnership between the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). Announced on April 6, the collaboration aims to link the city’s real estate registry with property tokenization, offering […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 20 – Dubai will once again be the host city for the Middle East Blockchain Awards (MEBA) on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, following the success of its inaugural edition. Details can be found here. The prestigious event will take place at the Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and coincide with the TOKEN2049 conference, […]

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Tuesday, March 26, 2024- The 29th edition of the World Blockchain Summit is set to convene in Dubai on April 22–23, 2024, aiming to solidify the region’s position as a global hub for blockchain innovation, an Accesswire press release said on March 17. Organized by Trescon and co-hosted by Sun Minimeal, […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025-European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde confirmed plans to complete the preparation phase for the digital euro by October 2025, despite ongoing skepticism from lawmakers and privacy advocates.  Speaking at a press conference on recently, Lagarde emphasized that the digital euro will coexist with cash and function as a pseudonymous, […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 31, 2025 – European Central Bank(ECB) President Christine Lagarde on Thursday ruled out Bitcoin as part of the ECB’s reserves, citing security, liquidity, and regulatory concerns. Speaking after the ECB’s widely expected decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points to 2.75%, Lagarde dismissed speculation that the central bank could adopt […]

Paris, Friday, June 28, 2024 – Exaion, a subsidiary of French energy giant EDF, has joined the Cronos blockchain network as a validator node. This move signifies EDF’s growing interest in blockchain technology and its potential applications within the energy sector. Cronos, developed by cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com, operates using a proof-of-authority consensus mechanism. Validators on […]

New York, Monday, August 12, 2024-El Salvador has proposed using cryptocurrency for trade with the BRICS alliance, aiming to reduce its reliance on the U.S. dollar, which is the Central American country’s official currency. The proposal follows Russia’s recent legislation allowing the use of cryptocurrencies for international trade, a move designed to bypass Western sanctions.Meanwhile, […]

San Salvador, Tuesday, October 08, 2024-El Salvador’s bonds have surged, defying criticism aimed at President Nayib Bukele’s controversial handling of the nation’s finances, particularly regarding Bitcoin. Recent Bloomberg data highlights a notable rally following the government’s proposal to buy back dollar-denominated bonds, signaling a strategic debt restructuring move.  On October 4, 2024, Bukele announced the […]

Table of Contents Staking enables cryptocurrency holders to generate passive income from their digital assets while retaining ownership without the need to sell them. When you start crypto staking, you lock up your digital assets to lend a hand in the operation & security of the blockchain network. You will receive income in the form […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 12, 2025- Enterprise blockchain is entering a new era, with a growing focus on hybrid solutions that balance the benefits of public and private networks. These hybrid models, which separate critical data handling from public record-keeping, allow companies to comply with diverse global regulatory frameworks while utilizing the transparency and security of […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2024 – Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has donated ETH 50 to Tornado Cash developers, reports on January 1 said. The fund, which is worth approximately $170,000, would be utilized to tackle the Tornado Cash developers’ legal issues. Buterin has involved in similar legal defense scenarios, contributing ETH to the convicted founders […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025 –Ethena Labs and Securitize have announced the launch of Converge, an Ethereum-compatible blockchain designed for institutional adoption of tokenized assets. The network is expected to go live in the second quarter of 2025.  Converge will serve as a compliant settlement layer for decentralized finance (DeFi), integrating built-in know-your-customer (KYC) verification […]

Ethereum is one of the most popular cryptocurrencies. It has been around for a while but has seen massive growth in 2017. Whether you’re just getting acquainted with it or are a seasoned pro, there’s a lot you probably don’t know about it. To help clear up some common misconceptions, we will go over what […]

NEW YORK, Wednesday, June 19, 2024- The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said in a letter that it had concluded its investigation into Ethereum, the world’s second-largest Cryptocurrency yesterday. The move removes the cloud of uncertainty surrounding Ethereum’s regulatory status as a security. The news, announced by blockchain software company ConsenSys on Tuesday, was […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 16, 2025 –The Ethereum Foundation has injected 45,000 ETH – valued at approximately $120 million—into major decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, marking its largest liquidity move to date.  The allocation, disclosed Thursday, aims to generate passive yield while reducing the need for ETH sell-offs to fund operations. The move comes amid growing concerns […]

Consider a mobile operating system seamlessly integrated with the Ethereum blockchain. This mobile OS grants access to the decentralized web, facilitates cryptocurrency transactions (both sending and receiving), enables the creation and trading of NFTs, and ensures confidential and secure user communication. The Ethereum Mobile OS is an open-source project designed to harness Ethereum’s potential for […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 26, 2025- Ethereum developers have activated the much-anticipated Pectra upgrade on the Holesky test network, marking a critical step toward its eventual mainnet deployment. The upgrade went live at 4:55 p.m. ET on Sunday but has yet to finalize, prompting developers to investigate potential issues.  This follows the Ethereum Foundation (EF) announcing […]

BRUSSELS, Monday, April 20, 2024 – In a move welcomed by cryptocurrency enthusiasts, the European Parliament’s economic and civil liberties committees have scrapped a proposed €1,000 (approximately $1,080 USD) limit on crypto transactions from self-hosted wallets. The proposal was part of a broader Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulation package being debated by the European Union (EU). […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 11, 2025-Former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has been appointed as a strategic advisor to Pakistan’s newly established Crypto Council. The Pakistan Crypto Council, created in March 2025, aims to enhance the country’s blockchain infrastructure, education, and adoption. This move is part of Pakistan’s broader strategy to strengthen its digital assets sector […]

Table of Content We live in a digital era where the internet has become an essential part of our lives, connecting us with people worldwide. However, while seven out of ten people on the planet have internet access, millions remain unconnected. So how can we connect the rest? This a question that almost every network […]

Table of Content Introduction to the Midnight Cardano Project Web 2.0 introduced a new era of communication, which enabled global communities to better interact and share information with each other. However, consequently, the risk of data loss, manipulation, and misuse has increased drastically due to weak regulatory systems. With the introduction of Web 3.0, many […]

In the era of Web 3.0, we are exploring the use of Blockchain technology and have witnessed the advancements of Smartphones; what if both worlds merge? Similar to an Android or iPhone, web 3.0 phones can be loaded with native dApps, be used as a wallet, create Non-Fungible Tokens, and many more endless Web 3.0 […]

London, UK, Tuesday, April 23, 2024 – Ernst & Young, the global professional services firm, unveiled on April 17 a new blockchain-powered solution called EY OpsChain Contract Manager (OCM) designed to streamline and secure complex business agreements. In a media release, EY said that the OCM helps businesses execute multi-party contracts while maintaining confidentiality, improving […]

NEW YORK, Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – A new report by cryptocurrency data aggregator CoinGecko sheds light on the transaction processing speeds of the largest blockchain networks. The study, released in May 2024, reveals a surprising trend: established giants Bitcoin and Ethereum fall outside the top 15 fastest blockchains. CoinGecko’s analysis examined the actual and […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 17, 2024-The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) on Monday released a discussion paper aimed at tightening regulations within the United Kingdom’s crypto-asset market. The move seeks to tackle abuse, enhance transparency, and provide clearer rules for businesses and consumers.  The FCA is urging authorized trading platforms to adopt stronger internal measures to detect […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18, 2024 – Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller is urging the creation of a regulatory framework that would allow banks and financial institutions to issue stablecoin.  Speaking at a financial conference, Waller emphasized the growing role of stablecoins in the global economy and said that clear rules would ensure stability while fostering […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 24, 2025 – Figment, a leading independent staking infrastructure provider with over $15 billion in staked assets, has joined the Blockchain Association, strengthening its role in shaping US cryptocurrency regulations.  The move underscores Figment’s commitment to advocating for institutional adoption of protocol staking, a key component of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. The Blockchain […]

London, November 05, 2024 – In a pioneering move, a British pension fund, advised by pension consultancy Cartwright, has invested 3% of its £50 million ($65 million) assets directly into bitcoin. This marks the first time a UK pension fund has allocated a portion of its assets directly into cryptocurrency rather than through proxies like […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 02, 2024-Flare, an Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible blockchain, is positioning itself as a hub for decentralized finance (DeFi), reports say. The network provides developers access to decentralized, high-integrity data via tools like the Flare Time-Series Oracle and Flare Data Connector, challenging traditional centralized oracles. With a total value locked (TVL) of $20.75 […]

NEW YORK, November 28, 2023 — In a move that marks a significant shift in list-making, Forbes is placing its prestigious Under 30 list on the Ethereum blockchain, a secure and immutable platform that will enhance transparency and accessibility while safeguarding against manipulation. This decision by Forbes is seen as an acknowledgement and increasing recognition […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 26, 2024 – Forte has introduced the Forte Rules Engine, an open-source solution designed to help Web3 developers create safe, compliant, and stable environments for digital assets. The tool enables developers to define and enforce rules, manage compliance obligations, and mitigate risks such as volatility and market manipulation. It aims to support […]

NEW YORK, Thursday, January 18, 2024- Facing a rise of misinformation and deepfakes, FOX Corporation has teamed up with blockchain platform Polygon to launch “Verify,” a new tool designed to verify the origins and history of digital content, Polygon said in a press release on January 9. Verify says it leverages Polygon’s Proof-of-Stake (PoS) blockchain […]

Table of Content Fractional NFTs are unique digital assets that confirm ownership and authenticity of data. Unlike interchangeable cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, where any two coins are identical to each other, NFTs are not exchangeable. NFTs have gained popularity in various sectors, from Art to Virtual Real Estate. NFTs are created using blockchain systems […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 14, 2025-France and Italy have jointly called on the European Commission to revise its approach to blockchain regulation, submitting a proposal Wednesday to revamp the EU distributed ledger technology (DLT) framework. The move comes amid criticism of the EU’s 2023 Pilot Regime, which has drawn limited participation and failed to meet its […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 10, 2025 – FTX bankruptcy proceedings have become one of the most expensive in U.S. history, with legal and financial fees nearing $1 billion. According to a Bloomberg report from February 26, 2025, court records reveal that $948 million has been paid to various law firms and financial consultants. Despite these high […]

New York, Friday, August 09, 2024- A US district court has ordered cryptocurrency exchange FTX and its sister company Alameda Research to pay $12.7 billion to fraud victims, marking the largest recovery in the history of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The ruling was issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 10, 2025 – Funtico, a new full-stack Web3 gaming platform, has officially launched, offering players worldwide the chance to engage in decentralized gaming with the $TICO token. The platform, the largest of its kind on the Avalanche blockchain, enables users to deposit and trade $TICO securely, with support from BitGo and Simplex, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025- Galaxy Digital, the crypto financial services firm, has received approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its move from the Cayman Islands to Delaware. The approval, which follows the filing of the company’s S-4 registration statement, is part of the firm’s broader expansion strategy in the US […]

Table of Content Sometimes all you need is a good game to get away from mundane life, and is there anything better than a free-to-play game? Well, of course, a free-to-play blockchain game fits the bill perfectly. In this article, we will be exploring what blockchain games are and some popular free-to-play titles that anybody […]

Singapore, Wednesday, October 30, 2024-The Gemini crypto exchange, led by the Winklevoss twins, has secured preliminary approval from Singapore’s Monetary Authority (MAS) to offer digital payment token (DPT) and cross-border money transfer services. This regulatory nod advances Gemini’s ability to provide locally compliant services in Singapore, a market with Gemini’s second-largest customer base after the […]

New York, Tuesday, October 01, 2024– Crypto exchange Gemini has announced its exit from Canada, instructing all Canadian users to withdraw their assets before December 31, 2024. In a private communication sent on Monday, the exchange, run by the Winklevoss twins, informed its customers that they have 90 days, starting from September 30, to remove […]

Frankfurt, Monday, February 12, 2024 – Germany’s financial regulator, BaFin has granted regulatory approval to Neutral and DLT Finance for their blockchain-backed carbon credit exchange. “Neutral, a technology company building market infrastructure for environmental assets, and DLT Finance, a BaFin-licensed trading and brokerage firm, have partnered to launch the first regulated trading platform for tokenized […]

NEW YORK, NY Monday, April 1, 2024 – Goldman Sachs is reporting a resurgence of interest in cryptocurrency options trading among its hedge fund clients, according to a recent interview with Max Minton, the bank’s Asia Pacific head of digital assets. Minton attributes this renewed interest to the recent approval of cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) […]

Catenaa, Saturday, November 23, 2024- Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is set to spin out its digital-assets platform into an independent entity within the next 12 to 18 months, further solidifying its commitment to blockchain technology. The new company will focus on enabling major financial institutions to create, trade, and settle financial instruments using blockchain. Goldman […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025- Hedera Hashgraph has launched HashSphere, a private, permissioned blockchain designed for institutions, leveraging the company’s existing Hashgraph technology. The beta release, announced Monday 31, aims to provide a secure and compliant environment for businesses operating in regulated markets.  HashSphere is EVM-compatible, allowing developers to build decentralized applications while maintaining permissioned […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 20, 2024 – HashKey Group, a Hong Kong-based blockchain firm, officially launched the mainnet of its Ethereum layer-2 solution, HashKey Chain, following a successful testnet phase.  During the month-long testnet, HashKey Chain recorded over 24.72 million transactions, registered more than 860,000 wallet addresses, and deployed 50 projects, according to the company. The […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 31, 2025-Haun Ventures, the venture capital firm led by former Justice Department prosecutor Katie Haun, is raising $1 billion to back blockchain startups. The funding will be split evenly between early- and late-stage investments. The firm previously raised $1.5 billion in 2022 but deployed capital cautiously after the collapse of FTX. This […]

London, Wednesday, October 09, 2024- A new HBO documentary yesterday claimed that it had identified Peter Todd, a Canadian developer, as the elusive Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous founder of Bitcoin. However, Todd had denied the claim. The claim, made by award-winning filmmaker Cullen Hoback, has reignited debate in the crypto world, although Todd has strongly […]

Wireless networks have become an essential part of our daily lives. With the daily increasing demand and usage of IoT devices, there is a requirement for a reliable and secure wireless network that can support these devices. That is where Helium comes into play. In this article, we will explore the Helium Future Wireless Network, […]

New York, Thursday, March 21, 2024 – Hivemind Capital Partners announced on March 13, 2024, the launch of the Digital Culture Fund, a collection of well-shaped generative art and digital culture that would highlight digital art trends. Institutional investors would be given this novel experience to unite with the surging market. It is reported that […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 21, 2025 – Hong Kong’s blockchain application and software industry has grown by 250% since 2022, solidifying the city’s position as a leading fintech hub in Asia, according to a report by Invest Hong Kong and its partner agencies.  The report, based on an analysis of 1,100 fintech companies operating in the […]

Hong Kong October 24, 2023: Hong Kong-based crypto venture capital firm CMCC Global said on October 4 said it had raised $100 million to support Asian blockchain startups. The fund, called Titan Fund, has already made five investments, with two going toward Hong Kong-based projects. Titan Fund’s inaugural funding round garnered substantial interest from 30 […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 01, 2025-IDA Finance, a Hong Kong-based digital asset firm, has partnered with Japan’s Progmat and other key blockchain companies to develop a stablecoin remittance service aimed at facilitating faster, more efficient cross-border payments between the two regions. The partnership also includes Datachain, a Japan-based blockchain firm, and TOKI FZCO, a cross-chain infrastructure […]

Hong Kong, Tuesday, September 24, 2024-The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) launched the second phase of its e-HKD pilot on Monday (September 23), focusing on tokenization, offline payments, and programmability. Dubbed “Project e-HKD+,” this phase brings together 11 groups, including major financial players like Bank of China, Hang Seng Bank, HSBC, Visa, and Mastercard. The […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 01, 2025- The Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2025 will be held from April 6 to 9 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, showcasing a robust agenda with over 30 sessions on Web3 topics. The event will feature discussions on Web3 regulation, crypto finance, AI integration, and decentralized infrastructure. Notable sessions […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 03, 2025- A US House committee has approved legislation aimed at halting the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency, escalating Republican opposition to a government-backed digital dollar. The House Financial Services Committee voted 27-22 on Thursday to advance the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, sponsored by Majority Whip Tom Emmer, […]

Canberra, Thursday, July 25, 2024- HSBC Australia has abruptly blocked all customer transactions to cryptocurrency exchanges, citing a surge in scam activity. The move, which took effect on July 24, 2024, restricts both bank transfers and credit card payments to crypto platforms. The bank claims the decision is to protect customers from financial losses. The […]

London, November 21, 2023-  HSBC has announced that it will be launching storage services for tokenized securities. The service will be offered to institutional clients and will be available in 2024. The service will be provided in partnership with Metaco, a Swiss digital asset custody firm. HSBC is the latest major bank to enter the […]

London, November 28, 2023- In a landmark move, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, and the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) have announced a collaboration to explore the potential of tokenization in streamlining and enhancing their operations. This marks the first time these three cornerstone institutions have joined forces to venture into the […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025- Immunefi, a leading blockchain security platform, has unveiled Magnus, a comprehensive AI-driven security orchestration platform designed to enhance onchain protection. Magnus integrates threat intelligence and automates security operations across a protocol’s security stack, aiming to maximize protection and streamline workflows. The platform brings together a range of partners, including Nexus Mutual, […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025 – In a landmark initiative, the Dantewada District Administration in Chhattisgarh, India, has successfully digitized over 700,000 land records dating back to the 1950s, utilizing blockchain technology. This move, led by Zupple Labs in collaboration with blockchain startup LegitDoc, aims to provide secure, tamper-proof, and easily accessible land records. The […]

Catenaa, Sunday, January 18, 2025 – Indian Railways has announced plans to issue non-fungible token (NFT) travel tickets for the upcoming Mahakumbh Mela, a major religious and cultural gathering in India. The initiative is part of a collaboration between the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and Chaincode Consulting.  The NFT tickets will be […]

Catenaa, Saturday, November 16, 2024- Infinex, the decentralized exchange founded by Kain Warwick, has partnered with Near Foundation to incorporate Near Chain Signatures into its platform. This integration will allow users to sign transactions across multiple blockchains using a single Near account, enhancing ease and interoperability for decentralized finance (DeFi) users. The partnership enables Infinex […]

New York, September 8: ConsenSys, which owns Infura, said on its website that Infura would release a decentralized version of its service by the end of 2023. This decentralization would be operated by multiple entities, making it resilient to outages. Infura is a blockchain infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) platform that provides developers with access to Ethereum and […]

PoH is a newly developed consensus mechanism engineered by Anatoly Yakovenko, the founder of Solana Labs. Solana’s PoH is all about making sure that in a blockchain, the order of events matters as much as the events themselves. To do this, it uses a tool called Verifiable Delay Function (VDF) to record when each event […]

London, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 – Intent-Centric dApps and chains empowering network, DappOS announced on March 28 the completion of the $15.3 million Series A round led by Polychain, a post on X said. The funding round was led with the collaboration of leading blockchain investors such as Flow Traders, NGC Ventures, Bing Ventures, Capital […]

M2 calculates the money supply in the United States. It shows a record of increasing 40% since January 2020. What do you think about this, and do you know why this happened? This happened because when currencies do not have clear regulations around the total supply cap, the ruling government will print the money according […]

Table of Contents Understanding L2 Blockchains and Their Importance  Layer 2 blockchains (L2 Blockchains) are a method to improve the scalability and performance of blockchains without sacrificing their security or decentralization. This is done by offloading some of the computational and transactional load from the primary blockchain, Layer 1, to a secondary layer. This makes […]

TEL AVIV, Israel, Monday, March 18, 2024 – An Israeli cryptocurrency exchange is set to launch the country’s first-ever stablecoin pegged to the Israeli shekel, according to a company statement. The stablecoin, named BILS, will be issued by Bits of Gold, a Tel Aviv-based crypto financial services company. BILS will be backed by an equivalent […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 31, 2025-Japan is seeking to reclassify cryptocurrencies as financial products, introducing stricter regulations on insider trading similar to traditional financial markets.  The move, which is part of a broader revision of Japan’s Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, aims to differentiate digital assets from securities while recognizing their investment characteristics.  This proposal reflects […]

Tokyo, Tuesday, October 01, 2024-Shigeru Ishiba, Japan’s incoming Prime Minister and leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), has announced plans to promote blockchain and NFTs as part of a national economic strategy. Ishiba, formerly the Japanese Defense Minister, is set to take office next week after winning the LDP leadership race. According to […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025 – Andrew Thurman, a contributor to the Jito Foundation, has presented a proposal for a revised tokenomics model for JTO, the foundation’s governance token. The 12-page proposal, unveiled on Thursday, is intended to spark community discussions on enhancing the utility of JTO. Thurman emphasizes the importance of a sustainable strategy […]

Monday, February 12, 2024 – JPMorgan Chase is actively exploring the role of blockchain technology in financial transactions through its dedicated platform, Onyx. Launched in 2020, Onyx serves as an authorised blockchain platform specifically designed for the wholesale payments sector. It facilitates secure and efficient cross-border transactions, offering advantages like reduced counterparty risk and faster […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 15, 2025-JPMorgan blockchain division, Kinexys, launched real-time British pound blockchain payment services Monday, extending its 24/7 cross-border transaction capabilities to include GBP alongside euro and dollar offerings. The move allows corporate clients to make round-the-clock payments in pounds through blockchain-based deposit accounts. Key early users include the London Stock Exchange Group’s SwapAgent […]

Washington, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 – Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled her policy positions for her presidential campaign yesterday, but the list notably excludes any mention of cryptocurrencies, reports said. While Harris has committed to supporting “American innovation and workers,” focusing on sectors like artificial intelligence, she has remained silent on the growing cryptocurrency industry […]

SINGAPORE, Oct. 30, 2023: Singapore-based Astar Network and Startale Labs on Tuesday, October 24, that they have partnered with Japanese telecom giant KDDI to explore new business opportunities in blockchain technology and Web3 applications. The partnership will focus on developing innovative customer experiences in KDDI’s “αU” market, which includes Web3 services such as “αU market” […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 11, 2025- Financial educator Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad , declared that the “biggest stock market crash” he predicted in his 2014 book Rich Dad’s Prophecy has now arrived. In a tweet on March 9, 2025, Kiyosaki warned that millions of baby boomers’ financial futures could be wiped out […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 07- Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association, will step down from her role to become president of the newly launched Solana Policy Institute, starting May 19.  The Solana Policy Institute, a non-partisan nonprofit, was unveiled Monday as lawmakers accelerate efforts to regulate digital assets. The organization aims to influence policy on […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 14, 2025- US lawmakers are accelerating efforts to regulate digital assets, aiming to pass stablecoin and market structure bills amid signs the Department of Justice (DOJ) is pulling back from crypto enforcement. During a Wednesday hearing, members of the House Financial Services Committee emphasized the urgency of establishing clear legal standards for […]

The Power of LinkedIn and Microsoft Entra Collaboration When you meet a professional contact for the first time online in the digital age, you need more trust indicators to boost your confidence that they are who they claim to be. Recruiters and professionals have long struggled with the difficulty of workplace verification. Inaccurate or false […]

Lisbon, Portugal – November 10, 2023 – The Human Protocol Foundation will be hosting a two-day event called Newconomics on November 14-15, 2023, in Lisbon, Portugal. The event will bring together top tech leaders to discuss the future of economies through the integration of Web2 and Web3 technologies. Human Protocol is a decentralized work platform […]

LONDON, Monday, May 27, 2024- The London Stock Exchange (LSE) will commence trading for exchange-traded notes (ETNs) based on Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) tomorrow Tuesday, May 28, 2024. It is important to note that participation in this market will be limited to professional investors. The London stock Exchange announced in March. The move follows […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 27, 2025 – Malaysia authorities have raised alarm over a significant rise in crypto investment scams, particularly targeting senior citizens and professionals, urging heightened vigilance. The Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK) issued a statement noting that victims, especially those aged 60 and older, are falling prey to fraudulent schemes promising […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 13, 2025 – Bitcoin mining firm Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) revealed it has deployed 16.4% of its Bitcoin reserves, amounting to 7,377 BTC and worth nearly $730 million, in short-term third-party loans to generate a “modest single-digit yield.” The move aims to provide additional returns for shareholders, the company said in its […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 07, 2025-Mastercard is advancing its blockchain strategy with a digital asset payment network designed to function like Venmo and Zelle, aiming to bridge traditional finance with blockchain technology.  The company’s Multi-Token Network (MTN), launched in 2023, enables seamless transactions across digital assets while ensuring compliance with financial regulations, according to a report […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 13, 2025-0x’s decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator, Matcha, has expanded its services to include Solana, enabling cross-chain support between Solana and Ethereum-compatible blockchains. This move positions Matcha as one of the first aggregators to support trades on both Solana’s SVM and Ethereum’s EVM-compatible networks through a single app. The expansion comes in response […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 06, 2024- MatterFi, a decentralized finance infrastructure provider, unveiled its new platform on Tuesday, aiming to secure digital transactions against rising cybersecurity risks. The system targets vulnerabilities such as phishing, hacking, and SIM swaps while simplifying financial operations for users.  The platform features a “Send-to-Name” solution, which replaces traditional wallet addresses with […]

Moscow, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 – MegaLabs announced on June 27 that it had raised $20 million in seed fund by Dragonfly, for the development of MegaETH, the initial real-time blockchain. MegaETH is the initial blockchain that accepts the Ethereum Virtual Machine, the most popular decentralized application platform in the world. The rest of the […]

New York, NY Monday, August 15 – The Metropolitan Museum of Art (MET) is expected to launch a new experience in late 2023 in the Metaverse. According to reports, this would be in partnership with Roblox, a popular online gaming platform launched in late 2003. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the Guggenheim Museum in […]

Table of Content The verification of ownership of any physical or digital asset is essential for the legitimacy of financial and non-financial transactions. Conventionally, the authentication process for these assets has been documented on paper or digitalized into a central database, which is often inefficient and exposes them to fraudulent documentation processes. NFTs have given […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 10, 2025 – Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has issued $13.6 million in 0% ordinary bonds to purchase additional Bitcoin, signaling a continued push to expand its digital asset holdings. The bonds, worth 2 billion JPY, are being issued to EVO FUND, a financial entity, with the funds earmarked specifically for Bitcoin acquisitions. […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 06, 2025-  Mevvy, a blockchain execution platform focused on maximum extractable value (MEV), said it had raised $2.8 million in a seed funding round led by Multicoin Capital. The round also saw participation from Chapter One Ventures, Hypersphere and several prominent angel investors, including founders of Ondo, Pendle, Ethena, Axelar and Sei […]

New York, Monday, October 28, 2024-Microsoft has urged shareholders to vote against a proposal to assess Bitcoin as a diversification tool at the upcoming annual meeting on December 10, according to a recent SEC filing. Microsoft submitted a Schedule 14A form to the SEC, outlining proposals for its December 10th annual shareholder meeting. One proposal […]

Catenaa, Wednesday,  December 11, 2024 – Microsoft shareholders have voted against a proposal to add Bitcoin to the company’s balance sheet, citing concerns over the cryptocurrency’s volatility and aligning with the board’s recommendation during its annual meeting on Tuesday.  The proposal, brought forward by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), argued that diversifying […]

New York, Thursday, October 31, 2024-Enterprise software firm MicroStrategy, the biggest Bitcoin holder again yesterday announced that it had enlisted banks to assist in raising $42 billion through new stock and fixed-income sales to expand its cryptocurrency reserves. The “21/21 Plan” could see the company generating $21 billion from stock sales and an additional $21 […]

New York, Tuesday, October 15, 2024-Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy, has outlined the company’s vision to become the leading bitcoin bank, projecting a future trillion-dollar valuation. The strategy hinges on accumulating bitcoin and leveraging capital markets. Currently, MicroStrategy holds 252,220 BTC, worth over $15 billion, with a cost of around $9.9 billion. Rather than […]

New York, Monday August 5, 2024-MicroStrategy plans to sell up to $2 billion in class A shares to invest further in Bitcoin and for other corporate purposes, according to a regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday, August 1, 2024. The Virginia-based company, led by Bitcoin advocate Michael Saylor, has not […]

NEW YORK, Wednesday, September 18, 2024- MicroStrategy has announced plans to raise $700 million through the issuance of convertible senior notes due in 2028. The company says it intends to use the proceeds from this offering to further expand its Bitcoin holdings. The announcement said that the private placement would be made available to qualified […]

Catenaa, Saturday, February 01, 2025 – MicroStrategy’s perpetual convertible preferred stock offering has been oversubscribed nearly threefold, raising at least $584 million—far surpassing the expected $200 million.  The final offering size reached 7.3 million shares, priced at $80 each, according to an automated alert from Fidelity Investments. The surge in demand extends MicroStrategy’s bullish streak […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 12, 2025- Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking, a subsidiary of Japan’s largest financial group, is on the verge of launching the nation’s first fiat-pegged stablecoin. Reports from Yomiuri Shimbun and CoinPost confirm that the development of the stablecoin was completed by the end of 2024, with final adjustments now underway. The stablecoin […]

Sydney, Australia, Tuesday, October 15, 2024- Monochrome Asset Management launched Australia’s first exchange-traded fund (ETF) directly holding Ether (ETH) earlier today. The Monochrome Ethereum ETF (IETH) began trading on the Sydney-based Cboe Australia with initial net assets reaching $176,600 (AUD 262,500) by 2 PM local time. The IETH ETF offers dual-access options, allowing for both […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, January 01, 2025-Montenegro has officially extradited Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon to the United States, where he faces criminal charges tied to the catastrophic collapse of the Terra Luna cryptocurrency ecosystem, news reports said. The handover was confirmed Tuesday by Montenegro’s Prime Minister Milojko Spajić, who emphasized the country’s zero-tolerance stance on fraud.  […]

Hong Kong, Thursday, April 18, 2024 – Moongate, the blockchain-based technology company, ended their $2.7 million seed round on April 2, 2024, as reported on X. The seeding round was conducted to create the Modular Web3 Engagement Layer for Real-World Activations. The funding round was led by CMCC Global’s Titan Fund in collaboration with several […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 19, 2025 – The Movement Network Foundation has launched its Movement Public Mainnet Beta, marking a significant milestone in the blockchain industry. The launch enables the first-ever permissionless smart contract deployment and user onboarding for its MoveVM-based technology, which settles on Ethereum. Movement’s key features include full user engagement and the ability […]

Austin, Texas, Saturday, August 5: Tesla CEO Elon Musk today denied plans to launch a cryptocurrency, dispelling rumors that his company X (formerly Twitter) had already done so. In a Tweet on August 5, Musk, in response to another post, said, “And we never will.” Following a cautionary message from a user known as Doge […]

Catenaa, Sunday, December 08, 2024 – Namada, a cutting-edge shielded asset hub, has launched its mainnet with the publication of its genesis block, a media release said. This milestone introduces shielded cross-chain transactions, offering advanced data protection and selective disclosure across multiple blockchain networks. Namada’s debut initiates the first of five phases in a decentralized […]

NEAR Foundation is an organization focused on supporting the social process as part of a redistributed system. As time passes, the mission of NEAR is to continue expanding as more resources will be made available through ecological and local financial resources. NEAR’s Vision of the Future: The foundation aspires to nurture the ecosystem’s development by […]

Tokyo, Monday, April 15, 2024 – South Korean gaming giant Nexon Korea Corp. expanded its presence in the online gaming industry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last year, a report said on Sunday, March 24. Since the Middle East is known as the hub of cryptocurrencies and Web3 games, Nexon is dedicated to delivering […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025- NFT marketplace X2Y2 will shut down on April 30, citing a sharp decline in trading volume. Once a major competitor to OpenSea, X2Y2 struggled against newer platforms like Blur and the broader downturn in the NFT market. Founder TP confirmed in a blog post that the closure is a definitive […]

Beijing, China, Monday, November 13- On November 10, 2023, the Chinese government unveiled intentions to safeguard non-fungible tokens (NFTs) as virtual assets. The announcement was made by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), which is the country’s top internet regulator. The announcement was made by the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC), which is the country’s […]

Have you ever wondered what owning an authentic art piece in a virtual world would be like? Questions like “How would you claim ownership?” or “How would you validate your ownership?” would immediately pop into your mind. The concept of ownership and authenticity in the digital world is complex. In the physical world, claiming ownership […]

LAGOS, Nigeria, June, Thursday 27, 2024 – Nigerian authorities have issued a 30-day deadline for cryptocurrency companies operating in the country to re-register under a new regulatory regime. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the directive on Thursday, aiming to bring greater oversight to the growing cryptocurrency industry in Nigeria. Details regarding the specific […]

Los Angeles, California, Wednesday, March 20, 2024 –Nirvana Labs, a blockchain technology startup, has said that it has introduced Nirvana Cloud, a cloud computing service specifically designed for blockchain workloads. This launch positions Nirvana Cloud as a competitor to established cloud giants like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), which dominate the […]

New York, Monday, March 18, 2024 –NORQUE, a new player in the blockchain space, is making bold claims about transforming the landscape of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, the metaverse, and artificial intelligence (AI). NORQUE, a recently launched project, promises to revolutionize the interaction between blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, the metaverse, and artificial intelligence (AI). Details regarding NORQUE’s […]

Until a few years ago, Artificial Intelligence or AI felt like something only in the movies or something that won’t come around anytime soon. But unbeknownst to the general public, there has been major research and development in the field of AI. The research mentioned above has come to fruition and taken the digital world […]

Hong Kong, Tuesday, January 30- The Annual WikiFinance Expo Hong Kong will be held on May 17, 2024, at Sky100, Hong Kong, WikiFinace’s website announced recently. Registrations are still open. The annual event will cover Fintech, Blockchain, Crypto, Web 3.0, Metaverse, NFT, GameFi, and AI. More than 3,000 participants are expected, while more than 50 speakers […]

Table of Content SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) cards were first introduced in the year 1991 by Munich smart-card maker Giesecke+Devrient. They remained relatively unchanged with respect to their functionality, with only their size getting smaller every couple of years, to the point where physical SIM cards are going extinct in favor of E-SIM technology. However, […]

Thursday, June 6, 2024 – New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) president Lynn Martin expressed openness to offering cryptocurrency trading but highlighted the lack of clear regulations in the US as a major hurdle. She made these comments during a discussion at Consensus 2024 in Austin, Texas. The gathering of the $58 billion of assets in […]

Japan, Wednesday, February 21, 2024 – Oasys, the gaming-optimized blockchain, announced on February 13, 2024, their affirmation of the partnership with Com2uS, the leading Korean game developer, and its subsidiary company, XPLA, marking a notable step forward in broadening the Web3 in the gaming market in Japan. “Within the first six months of the year, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025- Oasys, a leading blockchain platform backed by Japan’s SBI Group, has announced a strategic partnership with AnimeChain.ai, aiming to enhance the anime industry through blockchain-based intellectual property (IP) protection. The collaboration seeks to tackle growing concerns about unauthorized use of IP and copyright infringement, especially as generative AI technologies are […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 15, 2025-The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has lifted restrictions on banks engaging with cryptocurrencies, just hours after President Donald Trump vowed to end regulatory barriers affecting the industry.  In a March 7 statement, the OCC announced that national banks and federal savings associations can now offer crypto […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 16, 2025-San Francisco-based startup Octane has raised $6.7 million in funding to address cybersecurity vulnerabilities within the blockchain industry, a sector increasingly plagued by hacking. Led by CEO Giovanni Vignone, the startup aims to leverage artificial intelligence to help developers detect and fix vulnerabilities in real time. Octane integrates with the GitHub […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Crypto exchange OKX has introduced instant deposits and withdrawals for Singapore dollar (SGD) transactions, integrating local payment systems PayNow and FAST to facilitate smoother financial interactions. Partnering with DBS Bank, OKX now allows direct SGD transfers for customers with accounts linked to PayNow’s network.  The move enhances Singaporeans’ access […]

San Francisco Wednesday, January 17, 2024 – Ondo Foundation, a decentralized investment platform dedicated to bridging traditional finance with decentralized finance (DeFi), has introduced ONDO Points and a token unlock plan. The goal is to encourage community participation and establish a robust governance structure. ONDO Points serve as a gateway to governance, allowing users to […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 14, 2025- Leading NFT marketplace OpenSea has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to clarify that NFT platforms should not be classified as exchanges or brokers under federal securities laws. In a letter sent Wednesday (09) to SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, who chairs the agency’s newly formed Crypto Task Force, OpenSea […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Options trading for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) is set to begin today on Nasdaq, with Bitwise Bitcoin ETF options scheduled to follow on Wednesday. This significant milestone is expected to amplify institutional interest in cryptocurrency markets, as options trading for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) becomes a reality.  The […]

Islamabad, Pakistan, Tuesday, January 9, 2024– Pakistan recently adopted a blockchain-based Know Your Customer (KYC) platform for its financial institutions, a move aimed at enhancing efficiency and security, news reports said. Developed by Avanza Group in collaboration with the Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA), the platform, known as “Consonance,” offers advantages over traditional KYC methods. Consonance […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 03, 2025 – Crypto venture capital firm Paradigm has called on Ethereum developers to accelerate protocol upgrades to meet evolving market demands while adhering to the network’s core principles of decentralization, openness, and neutrality.  In a January 25 blog post, Paradigm noted Ethereum’s current pace of implementing one major protocol update annually […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025-The US Senate voted yesterday (09) to confirm Paul Atkins as the new Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), ushering in a regulatory era expected to favor the cryptocurrency industry. Atkins, a former SEC commissioner under President George W. Bush and founder of financial consulting firm Patomak Global Partners, […]

New York, Friday, October 4, 2024- PayPal has completed its first business transaction using its proprietary PYUSD stablecoin, paying an invoice to Ernst & Young. The Silicon Valley-based digital payments firm used the transaction to demonstrate the ease of using PYUSD for commercial payments. Bloomberg reported that the funds were transferred through an enterprise-level digital currency […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 2, 2024 – PENGU, the newly launched token, has become the largest memecoin in the Solana network, reports said last week. The leap of PENGU has dropped BONK to second place within the Solana network. Reports said that the token has secured a $2.25 billion market capitalization. The PENGU token, backed by […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 13, 2025 – Pi Network has announced that its long-anticipated Open Network phase will go live on February 20, 2025, at 8:00 AM UTC, marking a pivotal moment in its six-year journey toward building a decentralized, utility-driven ecosystem.  With 10.14 million Mainnet migrations surpassing its original goal, Pi Network is now preparing […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 – The Pi Network team has issued critical safety alerts for its vast community of users, urging reliance solely on official communication channels and emphasizing the use of the authentic Pi Wallet within the Pi Browser. The team highlighted the risks of counterfeit wallets, noting that the genuine Pi Wallet […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 01, 2025-A new report from blockchain security firm Cyvers reveals that Pig Butchering scams have stolen over $5.5 billion across 1.15 million fraudulent transactions, with younger, tech-savvy individuals emerging as prime targets.  The study, which analyzed 150 major crypto platforms, found that those aged 30 to 49 now represent the majority of […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 02, 2025 – A new study suggests that PolitiFi tokens, initially perceived as meme-based assets, have evolved into influential financial instruments that reflect voter sentiment and the viability of political candidates.  Using data from sources like the IRS and Census Bureau, Politify aimed to simplify complex economic policies. Founded by Nikita Bier […]

Switzerland, Saturday, April 20, 2024 –The Web3 blockchain network Polkadot reached another milestone by expanding its user addresses to over 600,000 in March, resource reported. The allocation of 248,000 of the 605,000 addresses was assigned to the smart contract platform for building cross-chain applications, Moonbeam, according to the source. 191,000 addresses were created directly on […]

Basics of Polkadot and its Significance Polkadot could be considered a technology that stands out as a breakthrough in the rapidly developing field of blockchain technology. It is an open-source project that is developed and maintained by a community of contributors. The project is governed by the Web3 Foundation, the non-profit organization founded to promote […]

LONDON, Oct. 30, 2023 – Parity Technologies, the company behind the Polkadot blockchain, is cutting 30% of its workforce, or about 100 employees, amid a widespread wave of layoffs across the crypto industry, a news report said last week. The staff layoffs come as part of Parity’s effort to shift its focus back to its […]

Table of Contents Understanding Privacy Blockchains and Their Role in Data Security Data security is a top issue for both individuals and corporations in the modern digital era. Privacy Blockchains, or privacy-focused blockchains, are one new technology that could be considered a possible solution to this problem. Blockchains for privacy are decentralized networks that protect […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 09, 2025 – Web3 infrastructure provider QuickNode has unveiled a $65 million accelerator program aimed at fostering the next generation of Layer 2 blockchain projects. The “RollOut” initiative, set to begin in March, will provide selected participants with tools, resources, and funding from over 30 prominent firms, including Google, Coinbase Ventures, Dragonfly […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 08, 2025-Raise, a blockchain-based payment and gift card company, has secured $63 million in a fresh funding round, bringing its total capital raised to over $220 million. The round was led by Haun Ventures, with additional backing from investors such as Amber Group, Anagram, Blackpine, Borderless Capital, GSR, Karatage, Paper Ventures, Pharsalus […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – The total value locked (TVL) in real-world asset (RWA) protocols has surged to $7.3 billion, marking a 200% increase over the past year, with government securities now dominating the market. These assets account for two-thirds of the sector’s TVL, up from 36% last year, signaling a shift toward regulated, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025-Ripple has opted not to cross-appeal its ongoing legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signaling a potential resolution to the case, Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty said Wednesday.  In a post on X, Alderoty described the update as possibly his last on the case but noted that the […]

New York, Friday, October 11, 2024- Digital asset infrastructure provider Ripple said it had introduced new functionalities to its custody service, aiming to deliver “bank-grade” security to cryptocurrency firms. These enhancements include integration with the XRP Ledger (XRPL), offering companies expanded liquidity and the ability to tokenize real-world assets (RWAs). The XRP token surged by […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025 – Ripple Labs has announced its involvement in the creation of the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA), a nonprofit aimed at educating Americans on how cryptocurrency empowers individuals and businesses. The organization, which Ripple is funding with a $50 million grant, will focus on spreading awareness about the adoption of crypto. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 27, 2024-  Ripple announced the launch of a tokenized money market fund on the XRP Ledger on Monday, marking a significant milestone in the integration of blockchain with traditional financial products.  The initiative, developed in partnership with Archax, the UK’s first Financial Conduct Authority-regulated digital asset exchange, brings tokenized access to abrdn’s […]

TBILISI, Georgia, Monday, June 17, 2024 – Financial technology firm Ripple met with representatives of the National Bank of Georgia (NBG) on June 8 to explore avenues for digitizing the country’s economy, according to a LinkedIn post from the NBG. The meeting involved NBG Acting Governor Natia Turnava and Varlam Ebanoidze, head of the bank’s […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 13, 2025- A new report from Ripple and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) forecasts that tokenized real-world assets will surge from $0.6 trillion in 2024 to $18.9 trillion by 2033. The dramatic rise, representing a compound annual growth rate of 53%, signals a major transformation in global finance. As financial assets evolve into […]

New York, Sunday, October 6, 2024-Ripple has launched its end-to-end payments solution in Brazil, partnering with Mercado Bitcoin to enhance cross-border transactions between Brazil and Portugal using blockchain technology. The partnership will allow Mercado Bitcoin to streamline its internal treasury operations, testing Ripple’s platform for efficiency. Initially, this will be for institutional use between Mercado […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 27, 2028-Robinhood is expanding its financial services with the launch of Robinhood Banking, a fully digital checking and savings platform offering a 4% annual percentage yield (APY) and FDIC insurance up to $2.5 million.  Set to roll out this fall, the service will be available to Robinhood Gold subscribers. It will integrate […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 13, 2024-A consortium of leading cryptocurrency firms, including Robinhood, Kraken, and Galaxy Digital, has unveiled a new stablecoin network, the Global Dollar Network. The initiative, aimed at boosting the global usage of stablecoins, features the newly introduced USDG stablecoin, pegged to the U.S. dollar. The USDG token, issued from Singapore by Paxos, […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 07, 2025 – Solana-powered interoperability layer Rome Protocol has integrated with Polygon Labs’ AggLayer, enabling seamless connectivity between Ethereum and Solana, the companies announced.  The integration uses zero-knowledge (zk) technology to allow developers to build decentralized applications (dapps) that leverage Ethereum’s security and Solana’s speed. Rome’s Interop framework, Shared Sequencer, and EVM […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – Russia and Iran are increasingly using cryptocurrency to bypass Western financial sanctions, with sanctioned entities receiving $15.8 billion in crypto in 2024, according to a new report from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis.  The report, shared with Cryptonews, found that sanctioned jurisdictions accounted for nearly 60% of crypto-related sanctions activity […]

New York, Monday, October 21, 2024 – Russian President Vladimir Putin had revealed a plan for BRICS countries to adopt digital currencies as an investment tool, aimed at reducing dependence on Western financial systems during a BRICS media meeting on Friday, October 18. At the meeting Putin emphasized the proposal’s goal to drive economic growth […]

Shanghai, China, Wednesday, March 20, 2024 – China and Russia have announced their decision to abandon the US dollar, according to a joint statement released by the countries on March 5. They said that they were considering a blockchain-based payment system in its place. The type of blockchain upon which the prospective payment method would […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 23, 2025 – Tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) is expected to hit a landmark $50 billion in 2025, reflecting growing momentum in the financial sector. This process transforms tangible assets like bonds, real estate, and private credit into digital tokens on the blockchain, making them more accessible, tradable, and manageable.  Moataz Elsayed, […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 21, 2025 – The United States is edging closer to stablecoin regulations, with lawmakers refining key legislative proposals aimed at clarifying the digital asset market. S&P Global Ratings warns that without clear rules, institutional adoption will continue to lag.  The full report can be seen here. The stablecoin market has surged from […]

Table of Content Introduction to Sands Metaverse Gaming Platform The winds of gaming are shifting, transporting us past pixelated screens and into the vast expanse of the metaverse. This rich, interwoven network of virtual worlds promises to transform not only how we play, but also how we create, interact, and own in the digital sphere. […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 13, 2025 – MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor has teased another Bitcoin acquisition, hinting at a purchase on Monday (January 50 via a post on X featuring a Bitcoin chart from SaylorTracker.com. The company currently holds 446,400 Bitcoin, valued at roughly $43.7 billion, and continues its aggressive 21/21 plan to bolster its Bitcoin […]

New York, Thursday, December 7– SBI Holdings of Japan and Saudi Aramco of Saudi Arabia, announced significant investments in Ripple Labs, the blockchain technology company best known for its payment protocol, RippleNet. The move is seen as a major validation for Ripple and its ambitions to revolutionize cross-border payments and asset transfers. However, the details […]

Catenaa, Sunday, November 17, 2024-Muneeb Ali, founder of Stacks and CEO of Trust Machines, announced on X that the long-awaited sBTC upgrade is anticipated for early December. This upgrade is designed to introduce a trustless, two-way bitcoin peg system, making sBTC the first asset of its kind to enhance decentralized finance (DeFi) capabilities on the […]

London, Wednesday, November 06, 2024 – Zodia Custody, the crypto custody firm supported by Standard Chartered, is in advanced talks to raise $50 million as part of its plan to expand geographically and enhance its digital asset storage services. According to Bloomberg, CEO Julian Sawyer stated that Zodia is seeking investment to strengthen its custody […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 31, 2025- The Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) on Thursday approved Bitwise’s Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF), marking a major regulatory breakthrough for cryptocurrency investment products. The ETF, listed on NYSE Arca, will hold spot bitcoin, ether, and cash. The SEC approved the filing on an “accelerated basis,” stating that it complies […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 11, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday approved options trading for spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds, marking a significant expansion of investor tools in the cryptocurrency market. The SEC gave accelerated approval to Nasdaq ISE’s request to list options on the iShares Ethereum Trust. It also cleared NYSE American’s proposals […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025-The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has shut its investigation into Crypto.com without pursuing charges, the company announced Thursday. In a statement, Crypto.com said the SEC’s decision ends a years-long probe into the cryptocurrency exchange. The SEC did not immediately respond to a request for comment.  “Under the previous administration, the […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 02, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its investigation into OpenSea, the largest non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, marking a major victory for the digital collectibles industry, company founder Devin Finzer announced. Finzer described the decision as a “win for everyone who is creating and building” in the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 04, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) newly established crypto task force will hold its first roundtable on March 21, signaling a shift in the agency’s regulatory approach. The meeting, titled “How We Got Here and How We Get Out – Defining Security Status,” will take place at the SEC’s headquarters […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) delayed decisions on several altcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on Tuesday, including proposals for Dogecoin (DOGE), XRP, Litecoin (LTC), and Cardano (ADA). The regulator also postponed rulings on Solana (SOL) ETFs filed by 21Shares, Canary Capital, and VanEck. Despite the setbacks, Bloomberg ETF analyst James […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 27, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dropped its investigation into Australian crypto firm Immutable, marking another shift in the agency’s evolving approach to digital assets. Immutable, which received a Wells Notice last October, announced Tuesday that the SEC had ended its probe into the company, the IMX Ecosystem Foundation, […]

Catenaa, Sunday, January 19, 2025 –The US Securities and Exchange Commission has formally appealed a 2023 district court ruling that partially favored Ripple Labs, focusing on whether XRP sales to retail investors qualify as unregistered securities transactions.  The SEC argues that Ripple’s promotional efforts created profit expectations, meeting the “investment contract” definition under the Howey […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 20, 2025 – JPMorgan Chase, one of the world’s leading financial institutions, holds more than $1 million in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to a recent filing with the US  Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The filing revealed that JPMorgan owns approximately $984,000 worth of Bitcoin-based ETFs and […]

WASHINGTON, Wednesday, July 31, 2024 – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) intends to amend its lawsuit against Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, including revisions related to “Third Party Crypto Asset Securities,” according to a court filing on Tuesday. The court filing can be reached here. The decision could delay any court ruling […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 21, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) stated Thursday that proof-of-work (PoW) mining does not involve the offer or sale of securities, marking a significant shift in the agency’s stance on cryptocurrency regulation.  In a statement from the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance, the agency clarified that mining activities do not […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 17, 2025 – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has requested a 28-day extension to review cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase’s appeal in their ongoing lawsuit, citing the role of its newly formed crypto task force.  In a February 14 court filing, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission argued that the task force’s […]

New York, Sunday, November 03, 2024-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a Wells Notice to Ethereum-based gaming company Immutable, suggesting it may face legal action for alleged securities law violations connected to its IMX token sales. The SEC’s notice also included a letter to Immutable’s CEO, James Ferguson, and the Digital Worlds […]

Table of Content What exactly are Bitcoin Ordinals? Bitcoin Ordinals are Satoshis that have been ordered by giving them a serial number based on the order in which they were mined. “Satoshis”, which is derived from the pseudonym that is used to identify the person/s that developed Bitcoin, are the smallest denomination of Bitcoin, which […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025- The Sei Foundation is exploring the acquisition of the bankrupt genetic testing company, 23andMe, with plans to transition its data infrastructure onto the Sei blockchain. Announced on March 27, the Foundation sees the move as a pivotal step in safeguarding user data by implementing on-chain solutions. The acquisition aligns with […]

New York, Thursday, August 1, 2024- Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., introduced a bill to the U.S. Senate yesterday, Wednesday, July 31, 2024, seeking to establish a national Bitcoin reserve as political interest in cryptocurrency intensifies. The chances of this becoming law are currently seen as very low. The presented draft can be reached here. The […]

Catenaa, Wednesdy, March 12, 2025-The US Senate Banking Committee is set to vote this week on a bipartisan stablecoin regulation bill, the GENIUS Act, which aims to enhance consumer protection and clarify the regulatory framework for stablecoins.Introduced by Senators Bill Hagerty (R-TN) and Tim Scott (R-SC), the bill includes provisions on reserve requirements, audits, transparency, […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025-The US Senate has voted to repeal a controversial IRS rule on crypto taxation, with President Donald Trump expected to sign the measure, lawmakers said Wednesday.  The resolution, introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, seeks to roll back reporting requirements imposed on decentralized finance (DeFi) entities. […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025- US senators grilled SEC chair nominee Paul Atkins about his past consulting ties to bankrupt crypto exchange FTX and criticized the agency’s handling of crypto regulation.  During a Senate Banking Committee hearing, Chair Tim Scott questioned Atkins about SEC missteps, including the controversial Debt Box case. Sen. Elizabeth Warren pressed […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 23, 2025-Sentimint, a blockchain platform that transforms personal memories into AI-enriched digital assets, launched a first-of-its-kind emotional memory vault. This initiative integrates artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and luxury wearables to simplify digital ownership, bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3. The platform allows users to create “Memory NFTs” that securely preserve and […]

NEW YORK, Tuesday, January 16, 2024 – Shytoshi Kusama, the primary developer of the widely-known meme cryptocurrency Shiba Inu, unveiled the introduction of the .SHIB domain on Wednesday, January 10. This initiative aims to enhance Web3 interoperability and foster a more integrated ecosystem for projects associated with SHIB. “We’re partnering with @ShibToken to apply for […]

Panama, Thursday, May 9, 2024 – The Shiba Inu funding round, spearheaded by Cypher Capital, concluded with a $12 million investment aimed at implementing the Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) blockchain, as revealed in an announcement on April 23, 2024, shared via a post on X. VC partners, such as Animoca Brands, DWF Ventures, and Polygon […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 3, 2025 – SimpleSwap and Tangem Wallet have teamed up to provide users with a seamless way to swap cryptocurrencies directly within their cold wallets. This integration ensures enhanced privacy and security, offering a frictionless method to manage digital assets while maintaining complete control over the user’s funds.  SimpleSwap is a non-custodial […]

Singapore, Wednesday, November 06, 2024 – The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) yesterday announced new measures to accelerate asset tokenization, aiming to transform the nation’s financial services landscape. Under its flagship Project Guardian, MAS plans to support tokenized asset markets through the establishment of commercial networks and infrastructure. As an initial step, MAS will create […]

Singapore, Friday, October 6 — The Web3 Gaming Summit, a two-day event that brings together stakeholders in the gaming and blockchain industries, will be held on October 11, 2023, at 9:30 (UTC+8) at the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore. The Web3 Gaming Summit is being organized by the Asian Blockchain Gaming Alliance (ABGA) and […]

Catenaa, Sunday, November 17, 2024-SingularityNET, a decentralized AI network, and the ASI Alliance have launched AIRIS, the first self-learning proto-AGI, within Minecraft. Unlike traditional game AI, AIRIS adapts and creates its own rules in real time, evolving through experiences and challenges within the game. AIRIS—short for Autonomous Intelligent Reinforcement Inferred Symbolism—works autonomously without pre-set rules, […]

Catenaa, Sunday, November 24, 2024-Sky, the decentralized finance (DeFi) lending protocol formerly known as Maker, has officially launched its USDS stablecoin on the Solana blockchain. This marks USDS as the first major DeFi-native stablecoin on Solana, opening new avenues for borrowing, lending, and trading on the platform’s leading DeFi networks. Sky’s move aims to enhance […]

SINGAPORE, Tuesday, January 23, 2024- Blockchain development company SkyArk Studio , announced recently that it had secured $15 million in a Series A funding round led by cryptocurrency giant Binance Labs. The funding round, which also saw participation from prominent venture capital firms Draper Dragon and NGC Ventures, is expected to boost SkyArk Studio on […]

In the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain, terms like smart contract are becoming increasingly common. But what exactly are they? A smart contract is a digital protocol designed to facilitate, verify, or enforce the negotiation or execution of a contract using computer software or algorithms. It can be programmed with the rules and logic governing […]

Paris, France, Wednesday, December 6, 2023: In a surprising move for the financial industry, Societe Generale, the leading French bank, has become the first major institution to list a Stablecoin on a public exchange. The digital asset, dubbed EUR CoinVertible (EURCV), tracks the value of the euro and trades on Bitstamp, a Luxembourg-based crypto exchange. […]

Paris, France, Tuesday, December 18, 2023 – In a first for the financial industry, Societe Generale, the French banking giant, issued a €10 million green bond directly on a public blockchain on Monday, December 4. This move, a three-year senior preferred unsecured bond, utilizes Societe Generale’s dedicated blockchain platform, SG-Forge, and registers the bond on […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 13, 2025 – Sol Strategies has invested 25 million Canadian dollars in the Solana ecosystem, reports on January 7 said. The investment has been made through an insecurity credit facility. This is the latest approach of the company after its rebranding from Cypherpunk Holdings in September 2024. This novel step would pave […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 20, 2025 – The trading volume on Solana decentralized exchanges (DEXs) plummeted to $2.61 billion on February 16, marking the lowest level since mid-December 2024. The drop continues a five-week downward trend for Solana’s DEX market, according to data from DeFiLlama. Raydium and Orca, two major DEXs on Solana, saw significant reductions […]

NEW YORK, NY, January 2, 2024 – The Solana blockchain, once closely associated with the now-defunct FTX exchange, is witnessing a notable resurgence, according to market reports last week. However, despite the recent upswing, analysts maintain a cautious stance. Reports said that fueled by the surging value of its native token, SOL, Solana has captured […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025-Miller Whitehouse-Levine, former CEO of the DeFi Education Fund, has launched the Solana Policy Institute, a nonpartisan nonprofit aimed at informing policymakers on the broader crypto landscape beyond Bitcoin.  The institute, announced Monday, seeks to engage with the SEC’s new Crypto Task Force and incoming leadership at the CFTC. Its primary […]

San Francisco, Thursday, April 18, 2024 – Solana Blockchain interrupted its crypto projects due to the periodic congestion on the platform, source reported recently. It is noted that new projects like the Non-Fungible Token (NFT) projects of Suit Up, DuckCoin, and Surge Finance, the staking reward platform of Solana, would be postponed until the issues […]

New York, Saturday, November 09, 2024- Solana reached a milestone today, crossing the $200 mark amid a bullish wave in the crypto market spurred by former US President Donald Trump’s election victory. Bitcoin also set a new all-time high of $76,873 earlier in the day. Solana, which saw a 6.2% gain in the last 24 […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025 – The Solana community is poised to vote on a key proposal, SIMD-228, which would significantly alter the network’s tokenomics by introducing a market-driven inflation model for SOL tokens. This proposal aims to replace Solana’s current fixed inflation schedule—set at 4.6% annually, tapering to 1.5%—with a dynamic emissions model that […]

Table of Content In today’s world of digital currencies, Solana stands out as a strong option for those looking beyond Ethereum’s limitations. Unlike Ethereum, Solana tackles the issue of scalability with its unique Proof of History (PoH) and Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus mechanisms, which add timestamps to its blockchain, making transactions much faster. For […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 31, 2025 – Sony Block Solutions Labs (Sony BSL) has launched “Soneium Conquest,” a four-week campaign designed to introduce users to its blockchain network, Soneium. Soneium Conquest was officially launched on January 28, 2025 and is expected to run through late February. The initiative will feature interactive learning modules, challenges, and experiences […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 17, 2025 – Sony’s Soneium blockchain has unveiled its first music NFT collection, marking a major step in blockchain-driven music distribution. The collection, created in partnership with onchain record label Coop Records, aims to reshape traditional music monetization models. The debut release features an exclusive 22-minute track from Tokyo-based producer NUU$HI. Hosted […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 09, 2025 – South Africa decentralized finance (DeFi) market is poised for significant growth, with projections estimating the market will hit $180.7 million by 2028. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) released a study in February 2025 that forecasts a sharp increase in DeFi transaction volumes, starting from $2.8 million in 2025. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 19, 2025- South Korea’s central bank will begin a large-scale pilot of its central bank digital currency (CBDC) project, named “Hangang,” in April, testing digital payments with 100,000 citizens and seven major banks.  The Bank of Korea (BOK) announced the three-month trial, running through June, to evaluate whether tokenized deposits can streamline […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 13, 2025-South Korea Financial Services Commission (FSC) is exploring a policy shift that could allow foreign investors to access the country’s Crypto market, provided local exchanges meet stringent anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. Kim Sung-jin, head of the FSC’s virtual asset division, expressed support for permitting overseas participation in South Korea’s crypto ecosystem […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2024- The Korea Exchange (KOSDAQ) is considering approving crypto spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2025, its chairman, Jeong Eun-bo, announced at the 2025 Securities and Derivatives Market Opening Ceremony. The move aims to revitalize South Korea’s financial markets after political turmoil dampened investor confidence.  Jeong emphasized benchmarking global cases to introduce […]

Catenaa, Saturday, February 22, 2025 – South Korean banks are ramping up efforts to strike partnerships with the nation’s top cryptocurrency exchanges as regulators prepare to allow firms to invest in digital assets, a move expected to fuel significant market growth. According to local media reports, banks are closely monitoring Upbit, South Korea’s largest crypto […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-The stablecoin market has reached a new milestone, surpassing $230 billion in market capitalization, driven by rising adoption and increasing regulatory support in the United States. Data from DefiLlama shows the stablecoin market cap now stands at $230.2 billion, marking a 72% increase from last year’s valuation of $133.25 billion. Tether […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025-Standard Chartered Bank found that replacing Tesla with bitcoin in a reworked “Magnificent 7” index improved returns and reduced volatility.  The bank’s “Mag 7B” index, which includes bitcoin instead of Tesla, outperformed the original “Magnificent 7” by about 5% since 2017, according to Geoffrey Kendrick, global head of digital assets research. […]

Catenaa, Saturday, February 22, 2025 – Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, Animoca Brands, and HKT have announced a joint venture to issue a Hong Kong dollar-backed stablecoin, aiming to enhance digital payments and financial efficiency.  The firms plan to apply for a stablecoin issuance license under the Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s (HKMA) new regulatory […]

Shenzhen, China, October 12, 2023: Social media app Stars Arena has recovered 90% of the funds that were exploited in a recent hack, according to a statement from the company on Wednesday. Stars Arena said that it was able to recover the funds through negotiations with the attacker. The company did not disclose the amount […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025- Bitcoin-focused firm Strategy has purchased 22,048 BTC for approximately $1.92 billion, according to an SEC filing. The acquisitions took place between March 24 and March 30 at an average price of $86,969 per bitcoin. This latest purchase brings Strategy’s total holdings to 528,185 BTC, valued at over $43 billion. The […]

Toronto, Canada, Wednesday, August 28, 2024- A new study has linked cryptocurrency ownership to certain personality traits, including psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism, and sadism. Researchers at the University of Toronto and the University of Miami surveyed 2,001 American adults to examine the relationship between cryptocurrency ownership and various psychological and social characteristics. However, the researchers cautioned […]

New York, Monday, October 28, 2024- A recent report by the Bitcoin Policy Institute suggests central banks consider Bitcoin as a hedge against rising inflation and geopolitical risks. Authored by economist Matthew Ferranti, the report titled The Case for Bitcoin as a Reserve Asset argues that Bitcoin could serve as a strategic reserve, potentially protecting […]

Dubai, March 6, 2024 – Sui, the layer 1 blockchain platform, emerged victorious at the AIBC Eurasia Awards held during the second edition of the AIBC Eurasia conference in Dubai on February 25, 2024. The award recognizes Sui’s position as a leading blockchain solution and its significant growth since its Mainnet launch in 2023. The […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 2, 2025 – A group of cryptocurrency advocates in Switzerland has launched an initiative aimed at requiring the Swiss National Bank (SNB) to hold bitcoin as part of its reserves, alongside gold. The proposal was published Tuesday by the Swiss Federal Chancellery, setting the stage for a potential nationwide referendum.  The Chancellery […]

Taipei, Saturday October 5, 2024 – Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) has introduced new anti-money laundering (AML) regulations for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), setting a September 2025 deadline for full compliance. Firms failing to meet these requirements could face fines of up to NT$5 million ($155,900) or a two-year prison term. The updated regulations, […]

Taipei, Sunday, October 13, 2024-Taiwan Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) is set to launch a pilot program for institutional cryptocurrency custody services in early 2025. The initiative, aimed at promoting institutional adoption of crypto, has already attracted interest from three private banks, which are expected to participate in the trial. As reported by local media, participating […]

Table of Content From the beginning, efficiency and scalability were the two major issues raised over the Bitcoin blockchain network. ‘SegWit,’ also known as “Segregated Witness,” is a soft fork utilized in the Bitcoin blockchain to increase the number of transactions that can occur simultaneously. This update was referred to as the Civil War since […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 24, 2025-Australia’s online safety regulator, the eSafety Commission, has fined messaging platform Telegram 1 million Australian dollars (about $640,000) for its delayed response to an inquiry regarding its measures to prevent the spread of child abuse material and extremist content.  Telegram, which was asked to provide details on its efforts to combat […]

New York, Sunday, November 03, 2024-Franklin Templeton has announced the expansion of its OnChain US Government Money Market Fund (FOBXX) to Coinbase’s Ethereum scaling network, Base. This strategic move, announced on Thursday, allows the asset manager’s flagship crypto product to reach a broader audience on a platform designed for efficient and cost-effective development of crypto […]

New York, NY January 30, 2024 – Terraform Labs, the company behind the cryptocurrency Luna and stablecoin TerraUSD (UST), filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware on Sunday, January 21. Details of the filing can be seen here. Terra was a blockchain payment platform designed for […]

Thursday, June 20, 2024 – The price-stable crypto operating company Terraform Labs announced its termination of operations, selling its projects Pulsar Finance, Station Wallet, and Enterprise DAO within the Terra blockchain protocol, according to Chris Amani, the CEO of Terraform Labs. “TFL always intended to dissolve at some point and that point is now. We […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 23, 2025 – Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, said it had acquired a minority stake in Juventus Football Club as part of its ongoing strategy to integrate blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), and biotechnology into the sports industry. The deal was executed through Tether’s investment arm and aligns with the company’s […]

Catenaa, Wednesday February 19, 2025 – Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, is actively working with US lawmakers to shape forthcoming legislation for dollar-pegged crypto assets, according to reports. Ardoino confirmed Tether’s commitment to engaging with US authorities on the development of stablecoin regulations. Speaking on social media, he stated […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 01, 2025-Tether co-founder Reeve Collins is set to launch a new stablecoin, USP, on Ethereum and Solana in late 2025, aiming to challenge market leaders Tether and Circle with a yield-bearing alternative.  USP will be backed by real-world assets, including Treasuries and money-market funds, and will generate returns for minters through a […]

New York, Monday, January 22, 2024 – In response to a recent United Nations (UN) report that alleged Tether’s involvement in illicit activities, the Stablecoin issuer has expressed disappointment, contending that the assessment disproportionately focuses on such allegations while neglecting the positive impact of USDT on emerging markets. The United Nations Office on Drugs and […]

Hong Kong, Thursday, March 21, 2024 – Tether, the blockchain-enabled platform, announced on March 7, 2024, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Agency of Prospective Projects (NAPP) implementing the crypto regulations in the Republic of Uzbekistan, focusing on country’s betterment. This new venture aims at Uzbekistan’s development and adoption of […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 24, 2025-Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, is working to secure a full audit from a ‘Big Four’ (Deloitte, Ernst & Young (EY), KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers), according to CEO Paolo Ardoino, a report said. According to a Reuters report the company recently appointed Simon McWilliams as CFO, signaling its push for financial transparency. […]

Hong Kong, Wednesday, May 1, 2024 – Tether, the digital asset company, has announced their collaboration with Coins.ph, a digital asset exchange regulated by the Philippines’ Central Bank, on April 10, 2024. The collaboration aims to pave the way for educating the Philippine community on blockchain technology. “This collaboration aligns with our mission to make […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 04, 2025 –Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) is set to introduce a blockchain-based trading platform, allowing securities firms to trade digital tokens in a move aimed at modernizing the country’s financial markets.  The platform will facilitate trading in both primary and secondary markets, integrating investor registration, payments and settlements with multi-chain interoperability. […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – Japan-based mobile gaming company Gumi Inc announced on February 10 that it is expecting to purchase bitcoin worth 1 billion Japanese yen (around $6.58 million).The company says it intends to purchase between February and May this year.The core of this Bitcoin purchase would be an acceleration of the company’s […]

Blockchains are a revolutionary technology that creates a new era of secure digital transactions. The blockchain is composed of multiple layers, each responsible for different aspects of the blockchain. Layer zero is the foundation layer responsible for the core functionalities of the blockchain. It is responsible for the consensus mechanism, governance, and incentive structure. Uncovering […]

San Francisco, CA, December 18, 2023 – Blockchain development platform Thirdweb recently announced in its blog post that it had disclosed and patched a critical security vulnerability affecting its own pre-built smart contracts and potentially impacting others across the web3 industry. It said that the vulnerability, discovered in November, was addressed quickly with a user-assisted […]

Thursday, April 25, 2024 – The Open Network, TON Blockchain, launched a new venture on April 16, introducing Memelandia, a Web3-based cultural hub for meme coins and community tokens, announced in a post on X. Due to the rare use of meme coins in the crypto space, TON is paving the way to boost memecoins, […]

George Town, Tuesday, April 16, 2024 – The Open Network Foundation (TON), on March 20, 2024, announced its allocation of 30 million Toncoin (TON) tokens aimed at community rewards, according to Binance. The allocation would be worth $115 million, according to the resource. The incentives will be issued under four categories. Token mining and user […]

NEW YORK, Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – The TON blockchain said it experienced a surge in user adoption, onboarding over 1 million users within a 30-hour window, according to a May 16, 2024, announcement by the TON Foundation. This significant growth coincided with the launch of the “Notcoin” token, a Telegram-based gaming token utilizing the […]

Binance, Bybit Suspend Trading on TON New York, Wednesday, August 28, 2024- The Open Network (TON) blockchain faced a major disruption on Wednesday, halting the validation of new transactions for over six hours. The team attributed the issue to an unusually high load on the network, which prevented several validators from cleaning the database of […]

Understanding Meme Coins To understand what meme coins are, we first have to understand what a meme is. Memes have been a pivotal part of internet culture long before the boom of crypto. Memes can be images, videos, GIFs, iconic lines from pop culture, and much more. Memes are often used jokingly or to express […]

TOKYO, Wednesday, July 24, 2024- Toyota Motor Corp. is exploring the use of Ethereum blockchain technology to manage vehicle data and potentially transform how cars are owned and used. “Toyota Blockchain Lab suggests developing a MOA (Mobility-Oriented Account) based on Ethereum ERC-4337 to ensure that the account itself can be retained even if the private […]

Catenaa, Saturday, December 07, 2024 – As Bitcoin remains just below its all-time high of $100,000, trading around $96,000, but traders are increasingly turning to altcoins for larger gains, reports indicate. Analysts say that renewed optimism following Donald Trump’s election victory and promises of crypto-friendly regulation have spurred a dramatic rally in alternative cryptocurrencies.  Bitcoin’s […]

Finalised Regulations to be Published on Sunday July 7 WASHINGTON, Friday, July 5, 2024- The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Wednesday June 26 finalized regulations implementing the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s (IIJA) reporting requirements for brokers of digital assets, a media statement issued by Department of […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 30, 2025-TRN Labs has unveiled TRN Odyssey, a funding initiative aimed at supporting Web3 game developers building on The Root Network, the company announced Tuesday.  The program offers two funding tracks: ROOT Ignite, which provides grants of $10,000 to $200,000 for small to mid-scale projects, and ROOT Nexus, which offers up to […]

Geneva, Wednesday, March 20, 2024 – TRON DAO would work with Amazon Web Services (AWS) facilitating an inclusive TRON Full Node for users and developers, TRON DAO said on March 13, 2024. It is aimed at lowering the entry permission to the TRON network, offering a more efficient decentralized ecosystem in the blockchain industry. The […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 28, 2024-Tron founder Justin Sun announced his company has acquired $30 million worth of World Liberty Financial tokens, the cryptocurrency project backed by President-elect Donald Trump. The investment makes Tron the largest stakeholder in the project, Sun revealed on Monday.  “We are thrilled to invest $30 million in World Liberty Financial as […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 06, 2024-Former PayPal COO and venture capitalist David Sacks has been appointed by Donald Trump as the White House’s Artificial Intelligence and cryptocurrency “Czar.” The nomination, announced Thursday, reflects Trump’s ongoing pattern of rewarding major political donors with influential positions. Sacks, a prominent Silicon Valley figure and host of the popular podcast […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025-President Donald Trump deepening ties to cryptocurrency are complicating efforts to pass stablecoin legislation as lawmakers push forward on regulatory measures.  House Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill, R-Ark., said Monday that Trump’s engagement in memecoins and plans for a stablecoin have made policymaking more challenging. The House’s STABLE Act and […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 13, 2025 – World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto project linked to former President Donald Trump’s family, has unveiled a strategic token reserve called “Macro Strategy” to diversify its holdings and strengthen its financial foundation.  Announced Wednesday, the reserve aims to support major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as other […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 28, 2024 (Wrapup)- President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering several candidates to replace Gary Gensler as chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).Among the frontrunners are Richard Farley, a partner at Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel, and Norm Champ, a partner at Kirkland & Ellis. Other potential candidates include Robinhood […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 8, 2025-The Trump family has taken a controlling 60% stake in World Liberty Financial, a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, through a newly established holding company, WLF Holdco LLC. Co-founders Zak Folkman and Chase Herro have been replaced as controlling parties, according to Reuters.  The move follows World Liberty’s recent $250 million funding […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025-The Trump family has entered the Bitcoin mining industry through a partnership with Hut 8, launching American Bitcoin Corp., a large-scale mining operation in the United States. The venture, announced Monday, aims to become the most efficient pure-play Bitcoin miner while also building a strategic Bitcoin reserve.  Under the agreement, American […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 01, 2025- President Donald Trump will host a cryptocurrency roundtable at the White House on March 7, bringing together key industry leaders, the administration announced Friday. The meeting will be led by White House Crypto and AI Czar David Sacks and Bo Hines, executive director of a digital assets working group. Trump […]

 Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025-American Bitcoin, a crypto mining firm backed by Donald Trump’s sons and Hut 8, plans to go public and may seek private investment before its listing, Bloomberg reported last week.  The company, formerly known as American Data Centers, rebranded after Hut 8 acquired an 80% stake. The firm aims to function […]

Catenaa, Saturday, November 23, 2024-Donald Trump’s social media company, Truth Social, is reportedly in “advanced talks” to acquire Bakkt, a crypto platform founded by the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) in 2018. The acquisition, if completed, would be an all-stock deal, with Trump Media and Technology Group, which Trump holds a 53% stake in, purchasing the platform […]

ANKARA, Turkey, Thursday, June 27,2024- – Turkey’s parliament passed a new cryptocurrency bill on Thursday, introducing regulations for the industry alongside potential penalties for violations. The legislation establishes a framework for licensing and overseeing cryptocurrency service providers within the country. It also outlines penalties for non-compliance, including prison sentences and hefty fines. Individuals or entities […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 09, 2025 – The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) plans to roll out the Digital Dirham, a blockchain-based version of the national currency, by the fourth quarter of 2025. The move aims to revolutionize retail payments and further strengthen the country’s financial infrastructure. The Digital Dirham will be integrated with high-security […]

Singapore, March 19, 2024 – XPLA, the layer 1 blockchain, announced on March 8, 2024, its collaboration with Ubisoft, a video game creator and publisher company, as the node validator. The new step would expand the blockchain technology through the XPLA innovation lab, as it is aimed at widening technological opportunities. It is reported that […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 10, 2025 – Switzerland’s largest bank, UBS, has begun testing blockchain technology to modernize digital gold investments for retail investors. The bank, which manages over $5.7 trillion in assets, recently completed a proof-of-concept for UBS Key4 Gold, a fractional gold investment product, on Ethereum layer-2 network ZKsync Validium. UBS aims to address […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 19, 2025- The UK government has announced plans to pilot a new form of government debt, known as digital gilts, using blockchain technology. This initiative, designed to streamline the issuance and trading of short-term government bonds, will utilize Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), which operates independently from traditional debt systems. The project aims […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – The UK government has announced a pilot program to issue Digital Gilt Instruments (DIGIT) leveraging distributed ledger technology (DLT). Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves introduced the initiative during her Mansion House speech, calling it a step toward modernizing the country’s financial markets as part of the Financial Services […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 15, 2025-Ukraine has introduced a new taxation framework for virtual assets, setting a personal income tax rate of 18% on cryptocurrency gains, along with a 5% military levy to fund defense efforts. The proposal, released by the National Securities and Stock Market Commission (NSSMC) on April 9, 2025, outlines both standard and […]

Singapore, Thursday, November 30– The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced a partnership with the Algorand Foundation to equip over 22,000 UNDP employees globally with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in blockchain technology. The partnership aims to leverage the transformative potential of blockchain for sustainable development and accelerate the implementation of the UN’s Sustainable […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025-UnifAI Network has introduced “MCP for Web3,” an AI-driven platform designed to simplify crypto interactions for developers and users. The system enables real-time tool discovery and seamless blockchain integration, aiming to drive mass adoption of Web3 technologies.  The platform’s flagship product, UniQ, can execute both on-chain and off-chain tasks, significantly reducing […]

Understanding Uniswap Uniswap is a unique form of exchange that employs the Automated Liquidity Protocol, an innovative concept in the crypto and blockchain field. Uniswap was developed in 2018; the platform offers interoperability across all ERC-20 tokens and infrastructures, leveraging the power of Ethereum, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency by market value. What sets Uniswap apart […]

The Web3 Festival Starts on April 6 and Ends on April 9 With OKX Taking Center Stage; Tickets Available online in NFT Form or Regular  HONG KONG, Tuesday, April 02, 2024- Building upon the success of its 2023 edition, the Hong Kong Web3 Festival returns this year from April 6–9 at the Hong Kong Convention […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025- US authorities have begun releasing thousands of seized Chinese-made Bitcoin mining machines after months of detainment, though most remain in custody, Reuters reported Wednesday. The seizures, carried out at ports nationwide by US Customs and Border Protection, followed Federal Communications Commission (FCC) directives aimed at enforcing trade regulations and curbing […]

New York, Tuesday, October 08, 2024-A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved the reorganization plan for FTX, marking a significant step in the aftermath of the crypto exchange’s collapse two years ago amid allegations of fraud. Judge John Dorsey, presiding over the case in the District of Delaware, confirmed the plan during a hearing on October […]

Washington, D.C. Thursday, December 7 – Another milestone was achieved in the U.S. House of Representatives on December 7, as a crypto bill secured unanimous approval from a committee. The proposed legislation aims to instruct the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to actively endorse and support blockchain technology. The House Committee on Energy and Commerce unanimously […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025-US lawmakers are making swift progress on digital asset regulations, with votes expected soon on stablecoin legislation and a revised crypto market structure bill.  House Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill, R-Ark., announced Wednesday that a revised draft of the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT 21) […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 06, 2025 – US lawmakers announced Tuesday the formation of a bipartisan working group to draft regulations for digital assets and stablecoins, aiming to establish a clear federal framework for the crypto industry. Led by key members from Senate and House committees, the group includes Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott (R-S.C.), […]

Catenaa. Monday, March 24, 2025-A developer has ported Tornado Cash-the crypto protocol known for privatizing on-chain transactions-to MegaETH testnet after the US Treasury removed sanctions on the crypto-mixing protocol. Gunboats, the developer, deployed the contract named ETHTornado, citing its ease of implementation. MegaETH’s blockchain supports 20,000 transactions per second, enhancing private transactions. Some users raised […]

New York, Friday, September 27, 2024-The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized the domains of three cryptocurrency exchanges linked to a Russian money laundering network, the DOJ said in a media statement. The platforms, UAPS, PM2BTC, and Cryptex, are accused of facilitating over $800 million in illicit transactions. Authorities acted on court orders to […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 25, 2025-The US Senate Banking Committee, led by Sen. Cynthia Lummis, will hold a hearing tomorrow, Wednesday February 26 to debate bipartisan cryptocurrency legislation, marking a renewed effort to establish clear regulations in the digital asset sector. The session, titled “Exploring Bipartisan Legislative Frameworks for Digital Assets,” will include industry experts, lawmakers […]

New York, Saturday, November 02, 2024- The US Treasury Department recommended that private stablecoins be replaced by a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), citing concerns over the stability of the stablecoin market in its latest report, on October 31.  The Treasury’s 132-page report highlighted the extensive purchase of US Treasury bonds by stablecoin issuers, with […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 24, 2025 – Utah lawmakers introduced legislation Monday that would permit the state treasurer to invest public funds in digital assets, positioning the state at the forefront of blockchain and cryptocurrency adoption.  Utah’s proposal follows similar initiatives in states like Texas, New Hampshire, and Oklahoma, which have debated measures to invest public […]

NEW YORK, September 29 — Valkyrie Funds, one of the companies seeking to launch Ethereum ETF in the United States, said it has halted its purchase of ETH futures contracts. The company shared its decision on Friday, September 29, 2023, through a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. However, the filing did not offer […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 17, 2025-Investment manager VanEck has filed a prospectus with the US Securities and Exchange Commission for its new “Onchain Economy” ETF, aiming to invest in companies shaping the digital asset ecosystem.  The proposed fund would allocate at least 80% of its net assets to firms in the digital transformation space, including cryptocurrency […]

New York, NY, Friday, June 28, 2024-In a move signaling broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies, VanEck, a New York-based investment firm, filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch the first-ever U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) for Solana (SOL). The VanEck Solana Trust, if approved, would offer investors direct exposure to SOL, the […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Monday, May 27, 2024 – Venture capital (VC) investment in cryptocurrency and blockchain companies is showing signs of resurgence. According to data released on May 24, 2024, global VCs invested a combined $2.4 billion into Bitcoin and crypto firms during the first quarter of 2024. This significant uptick suggests a potential revival in […]

Abu Dhabi, Thursday, May 2, 2024 – The Venom network, layer 0 blockchain in the Web3 eco system, announced that it had partnered with United Network, which is designed for payment systems, prospecting the ignition of global payment systems on a decentralized platform. Reports said that the partnership would improve the speed of the transactions, […]

California, September 12: Global Payments giant Visa announced in early September that it would expand its stablecoin capabilities to the Solana network. Visa made the announcement on September 5, 2023, regarding its expansion of stablecoin settlement functionalities by incorporating Circle’s USDC on the Solana blockchain. Solona’s price jumped in the first week of September following […]

New York, Sunday, October 06, 2024-Visa has announced its upcoming global Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP), set to launch in 2025, which will enable banks to issue and manage fiat-backed stablecoins and other digital tokens. The platform, currently in the testing phase, will allow banks to mint, burn, and transfer stablecoins for internal operations. BBVA, […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 31, 2025-The Walrus Foundation has secured $140 million in funding from investors, including Standard Crypto and Andreessen Horowitz, to develop a decentralized storage network aimed at outperforming competitors like Filecoin and Arweave.  Walrus, still in beta, was launched on March 27 alongside a web-hosting service built on the protocol. The investment, raised […]

 Seoul, Friday, December 22, 2023- South Korean gaming giant Wemade and Singapore-based technology investor Whampoa Digital announced in December last week that they had joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at boosting the Web3 landscape in the Middle East. This collaboration will see the establishment of a $100 million Web3 fund by Wemade, specifically […]

LAGOS, Nigeria, Monday, January 22, 2024 –The lack of clear regulations on Web3 was a hurdle for investors in the fields of Web3, blockchain, crypto, and the like, Jathin Jagannath, a developer from the Web3 rollup protocol Cartesi, reportedly said in a recent interview. Earlier, investors in these fields saw the African Continent countries as […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2024 – South Korean gaming giant WeMade said it was expanding its blockchain footprint with new products and decentralized social communities, signaling a pivotal shift for 2025.  In a New Year’s address, CEO Park Kwan-ho emphasized blockchain as central to the company’s strategy, leveraging its success in gaming to fuel global […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 27, 2025 – Wemix Foundation’s CEO Kim Seok-hwan has defended the four-day delay in publicly announcing the $6.2 million hack of its Play Bridge platform, saying the decision was made to avoid causing panic in the market. The exploit, which resulted in the theft of 8.65 million Wemix tokens, was first detected […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 24, 2025 – Whale Casino, one of the largest operators in the Telegram gaming community, has announced a shift in its operational strategy, discontinuing its Telegram bot service. The move is a response to recent changes on the platform and a push to enhance user experience through its web-based platform, whale.io. In […]

Table of Content The Request for Comment (ERC) is a technical protocol that proposes modifications or enhancements to the network. It provides developers with a set of specifications or instructions to create applications and smart contracts that function within the ecosystem. These protocols are developed and maintained by the community, undergoing a process of testing, […]

Avalanche platform Avalanche is a heterogeneous blockchain network that rivals Ethereum. It’s well known because of its scalable solutions, interoperability, and transaction speeds. It can process about 4,500 transactions per second. whereas Ethereum can only process about 30 transactions per second. It uses a novel approach utilizing three separate blockchains under its primary chain to […]

Blockchain oracles are essential for connecting Web3 with real-world data. Blockchains, by design, can only access on-chain data, limiting their functionality. To overcome this, decentralized oracle networks (DONs) fetch off-chain data and deliver it to smart contracts. Chainlink, the leading decentralized oracle network, offers Chainlink Functions. These allow smart contracts to access external APIs and […]

Avalanche is a heterogeneous network of blockchains that rivals Ethereum. It’s well known because of its scalable solutions, interoperability, and transaction speeds. It can process about 4,500 transactions per second, whereas Ethereum can only process about 30 transactions per second. To achieve this, it uses a novel approach utilizing three separate blockchains under its primary […]

Table of Content Exploring Palm’s Network Move to Polygon and What It Means for the Cryptocurrency Industry The recent partnership between Palm’s Network and Polygon Supernet has ignited a wave of excitement within the cryptocurrency world. This collaboration has the potential to bring about a significant transformation in terms of scalability and responsiveness, with a […]

New York, Wednesday, October 16, 2024-World Liberty Financial (WLF), a decentralized finance (DeFi) project backed by former President Donald Trump, has raised $9.15 million on the first day of its public WLFI token sale, reports say. “About 610 million WLFI tokens had been sold as of 7:25 p.m. ET, with 19.4 billion tokens remaining. At […]

London, July 24- Worldcoin, a cryptocurrency project founded by OpenAI (Better known by it ChatGPT) CEO Sam Altman, launched on Monday, July 24. The project aims to create a global digital identity system that uses iris scanning to verify the identities of users. Worldcoin users will be able to earn Worldcoin tokens by having their […]

San Francisco, Wednesday, May 1, 2024 – Worldcoin, the eye-scanning crypto project founded by Sam Altman of OpenAI, initiated the newest blockchain network, World Chain, marking the latest milestone on April 17, 2024. The latest arrival of the ETH layer 2 blockchain, World Chain, to the platform will bind hands with the Worldcoin user base […]

Singapore, Singapore, October 8, 2024 — Bitstamp has listed XSGD, a Singapore Dollar-pegged stablecoin created by StraitsX. This move is set to enhance cross-border payments and efficient alternative to traditional financial systems. XSGD, backed 1:1 by the Singapore Dollar and fully supported by reserve assets, aims to provide stability and confidence for global users. With […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025 –YZi Labs has invested in Plume Network, a blockchain specifically designed for Real World Assets (RWAs), marking a significant step in the growth of the Real World Asset Finance (RWAfi) ecosystem. Plume, an EVM-compatible blockchain, is built to onboard a wide range of RWAs and provide them with utility through […]

Table of Content If you think of blockchain, you probably don’t imagine creating security tokens. Unfortunately, some companies or consortia have learned that designing their standards without foresight can lead to roll-your-own security tokens. It’s not easy to create a security token standard from scratch while piecing together code and documentation from various sources. That’s […]

NEW YORK, Wednesday, July 31, 2024– The Decentralized ZKX Protocol has ceased operations. The perpetual trading platform built on Starknet, platform announced the shutdown on Tuesday, citing low user engagement and declining trading volumes. The announcement can be seen here. Founded in 2021, ZKX aimed to create a scalable decentralized exchange. Despite securing $7.6 million […]