Metaplanet Announces Issuance of $50 Million in Ordinary Bonds for More Bitcoin Acquisition

Metaplanet Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 3350 / OTCQX: MTPLF), a publicly listed bitcoin treasury company based in Japan, has announced the issuance of its 16th Series of Ordinary Bonds, totaling $50 million, as approved by its Board of Directors on May 28, 2025. The bonds, which will be allocated entirely to EVO FUND, have a … Read more

Bitstamp Launches Staking for Ethereum and Cardano for UK Customers

Cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp has announced that UK customers can now stake ethereum ( ETH) and cardano ( ADA) on its platform, currently offering an annual percentage yield (APY) of 3.1% for ETH and 1% for ADA. The staking process is designed to be simple and secure, allowing users to earn rewards by delegating their crypto … Read more

Jack Dorsey’s Block to Roll out Bitcoin Lightning Payments on Square

Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) announced that it will launch bitcoin payments on its Square platform. By utilizing the Lightning Network, Square’s Point of Sale app will enable merchants to accept bitcoin payments directly through their hardware, facilitating near-instantaneous and low-cost transactions. The rollout is expected to begin in the second half of 2025 and reach … Read more

Former CFTC Chairman ‘Crypto Dad’ Joins Sygnum Bank

Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman J. Christopher Giancarlo, known as “Crypto Dad,” has joined Sygnum Bank as Senior Policy Advisor, as announced on May 27, 2025. Giancarlo, who was a strong advocate for open markets and balanced regulatory frameworks during his tenure at the CFTC, will leverage his experience in regulatory matters … Read more

Partnership Signed to Enhance Blockchain-Powered Trade Between Malaysia and Singapore

MYEG, a Malaysian e-government and digital services provider, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sgtradex, Singapore’s national digital infrastructure for trade data exchange, to facilitate seamless blockchain-powered trade between Malaysia and Singapore. The agreement, signed at the ASEAN-GCC-China CEO Roundtable, aims to enhance digital connectivity in the ASEAN region by enabling interoperable, cross-border … Read more

Hyperliquid Achieves $10.1 Billion Open Interest High as HYPE Token Surges

Hyperliquid has announced that it has achieved a new all-time high in open interest, reaching $10.1 billion. The decentralized exchange (DEX) also reported 24-hour fees of $5.6 million and a total value locked (TVL) in USDC of $3.5 billion. This DEX trading milestone reflects the growing activity and engagement within the Hyperliquid ecosystem, welcoming new … Read more

Hyperliquid Whale Places New Bet on PEPE-Based Memecoin: ‘Once a Degen, Always a Degen’

The trader known as “James Wynn,” or “moonpig” on the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid, has made waves again by placing a nearly $2 million bet on the memecoin kPEPE, just days after his record high position on bitcoin on the same platform. This significant move marks a shift from high-stakes bitcoin trading to a focus on … Read more

Crypto Lending Platform Ledn Transitions to Bitcoin-Only Loan Model, Discontinuing ETH and Growth Accounts

Ledn, a crypto lending platform, has announced a strategic shift to become a bitcoin-only company effective July 1, 2025, discontinuing support for ethereum ( ETH) and focusing exclusively on bitcoin-backed loans. This decision is explained to be driven by the company’s commitment to providing a safer and simpler financial service for bitcoin holders, emphasizing client … Read more

Dubai Land Department Launches Tokenized Real Estate Initiative on XRP Ledger

Ctrl Alt has officially launched its tokenization partnership with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) for the Real Estate Tokenization Project, marking an advancement in property investment within the Emirate. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) and the Dubai Future Foundation, utilizes the XRP Ledger to create a secure and … Read more