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LayerZero sets November 30 launch for Zero mainnet and lzATLAS exchange engine

LayerZero's launch could revolutionize blockchain transactions and trading efficiency, potentially reshaping financial markets and token dynamics.

3 days ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

S&P Global Ratings launches Vault Risk Assessment to address DeFi risks

The introduction of VRA by S&P Global Ratings could enhance transparency and risk management in the rapidly growing DeFi sector.

3 days ago · By KAYE QUEMA

Stablecoin transfers quadruple to $891B as US banks adopt technology

The surge in stablecoin transfers highlights a shift towards digital finance, potentially reshaping global banking and economic dynamics.

3 days ago · By KAYE QUEMA

Hylo raises $1M in strategic round led by Solana Ventures

Hylo's funding boost signals strong confidence in Solana's DeFi ecosystem, potentially driving innovation and growth in decentralized finance.

3 days ago · By JOHN CHEN

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Webull to offer Bitcoin perpetual futures to over 6 million clients

Oct. 20, 2026

Webull to offer Bitcoin perpetual futures to over 6 million clients

Webull's move into Bitcoin perpetual futures could significantly boost US crypto derivatives trading, challenging offshore dominance and expanding market access.

By KAYE QUEMA

Tether backs Tenstorrent’s $1.5 billion raise to widen access to AI computing

Oct. 20, 2026

Tether backs Tenstorrent’s $1.5 billion raise to widen access to AI computing

Tether's investment in Tenstorrent signals a strategic shift towards diversifying AI infrastructure, potentially decentralizing computing power.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

NEAR Protocol launches NEAR Business for confidential treasury management

Oct. 20, 2026

NEAR Protocol launches NEAR Business for confidential treasury management

NEAR Business enhances crypto treasury management, potentially transforming financial operations with its privacy and cross-chain capabilities.

By KAYE QUEMA

JPMorgan projects Bitcoin will return 10% a year, beating US stocks and gold over 10 to 15 years

Oct. 20, 2026

JPMorgan projects Bitcoin will return 10% a year, beating US stocks and gold over 10 to 15 years

Bitcoin's projected high returns highlight its potential as a lucrative investment, but its volatility underscores the importance of risk management.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Mastercard opens early access to AI agent payments at Cloudflare Connect

Oct. 20, 2026

Mastercard opens early access to AI agent payments at Cloudflare Connect

Mastercard's initiative could revolutionize payment systems by integrating AI and crypto, potentially reshaping financial transactions and controls.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Circle partners with Allaria to boost USDC liquidity in Argentina

Oct. 20, 2026

Circle partners with Allaria to boost USDC liquidity in Argentina

Circle's partnership with Allaria could enhance institutional digital liquidity in Argentina, but regulatory and economic shifts pose risks.

By KAYE QUEMA

Starknet Foundation launches Bramble, a self-custody wallet built around privacy

Oct. 20, 2026

Starknet Foundation launches Bramble, a self-custody wallet built around privacy

Bramble's launch could enhance user autonomy and privacy in crypto transactions, potentially influencing broader adoption of self-custody solutions.

By KAYE QUEMA

Ethereum staking hits record 43.8 million ETH as yields slip

Oct. 20, 2026

Ethereum staking hits record 43.8 million ETH as yields slip

Rising Ethereum staking could attract institutional investors, potentially increasing participation but further compressing individual yields.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Ether.fi makes Optimum’s mump2p mandatory for all its node operators

Oct. 20, 2026

Ether.fi makes Optimum’s mump2p mandatory for all its node operators

Ether.fi's mandatory adoption of mump2p could centralize reliance on Optimum's software, impacting Ethereum's staking infrastructure resilience.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Lulo reports 6.4% drawdown on Boost deposits from Neutrl exposure

Oct. 20, 2026

Lulo reports 6.4% drawdown on Boost deposits from Neutrl exposure

The incident highlights the inherent risks in DeFi yield products, emphasizing the need for careful risk assessment and management strategies.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ