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Cronos Expands Interoperability: Connects to 115 Blockchains via LayerZero

February 1, 2025 Paulo

Cronos integrates LayerZero, unlocking cross-chain connectivity with 115+ blockchains, enhancing interoperability for DeFi, asset transfers, and more.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov speaking about BRICS and the US dollar at a press briefing

Russia Dismisses Trump’s Tariff Threat: BRICS Not Challenging the Dollar

January 31, 2025 Paulo

Russia rejects Trump’s tariff threat, stating BRICS isn’t creating a dollar rival but focusing on investment tools and economic cooperation within the group.

South Korea’s Upbit Lists AI Agent Token VIRTUAL, Boosting Price by 20%

January 31, 2025 Paulo

Upbit lists the AI-powered VIRTUAL token, boosting its price by 20%. Trading begins Jan. 31 on KRW, BTC, and USDT markets, fueling market interest.

A digital finance concept showing stablecoin transactions surpassing traditional payment giants.

Stablecoin Transfer Volumes Surpass Visa and Mastercard in 2024

January 31, 2025 Paulo

Stablecoin transfers hit $27.6T in 2024, surpassing Visa and Mastercard. Bots, DeFi, and USDT drove growth despite a 13.5% market share decline.

Binance Denies ‘Special Relationship’ With Hamas, Seeks Lawsuit Dismissal

January 30, 2025 Paulo

Binance denies ties to Hamas in a US lawsuit, arguing crypto is “not inherently dangerous.” A judge has yet to rule on the dismissal motion.

El Salvador Amends Bitcoin Policies to Secure $1.4B IMF Deal

January 30, 2025 Paulo

El Salvador revises Bitcoin laws to meet IMF’s $1.4B loan terms, making BTC payments optional while keeping it legal tender and scaling back state crypto projects.

Crypto Hacks Surge Ninefold in January 2025, Totaling $73.9M in Losses

January 30, 2025 Paulo

Crypto hacks soared to $73.9M in January 2025, a ninefold jump from December. The Phemex breach accounted for $69.1M, per Immunefi’s latest report.

Chris LaCivita, Trump’s co-campaign manager, joins Coinbase’s advisory council to influence crypto regulation and policy decisions.

Coinbase Strengthens Ties with Trump Through Advisory Council Appointment

January 29, 2025 Paulo

Coinbase appoints Trump’s co-campaign manager Chris LaCivita to its advisory council, signaling deeper political ties and a push for favorable crypto regulation.

Czech Central Bank Eyes Holding Up to 5% of Reserves in Bitcoin

January 29, 2025 Paulo

Czech National Bank Governor Aleš Michl plans to propose allocating up to 5% of the bank’s reserves to Bitcoin, a first for a Western central bank.

OpenSea Faces Backlash Over ‘OS2’ Beta Rollout and Airdrop Concerns

January 28, 2025 Paulo

OpenSea’s ‘OS2’ beta rollout draws criticism over Gemesis NFT access and airdrop plans, sparking user frustration over platform priorities.