Latest news from the Web3 ecosystem
Venture capital firm a16z Crypto is reportedly preparing to launch its fifth dedicated cryptocurrency fund, with sources indicating a target closing date of mid-2026. This move comes as the firm continues its investment strategy amid evolving market conditions.
Sky Gateway's native token saw a significant 10% price increase after a recent governance vote adjusted staking emissions and enhanced credit infrastructure for its USDS stablecoin.
Tether has spearheaded a $50 million investment in Eight Sleep, a company specializing in AI-powered sleep technology. The partnership aims to integrate advanced health tracking into Tether's ecosystem.
Bitwise has significantly boosted Bitcoin's open-source ecosystem by donating more than $380,000. The allocation of these funds is being strategically managed by key organizations.
Law enforcement agencies Europol and the FBI have successfully taken down LeakBase, a significant online platform used for cybercrime activities, removing it from the web. The forum was known for distributing stolen data.
A coordinated effort by Coinbase, Microsoft, and Europol has successfully shut down the notorious 'Tycoon 2FA' phishing operation, a significant threat to digital security.
Digital asset infrastructure provider Zero Hash is the latest firm to seek a national bank charter, joining a growing number of crypto-native companies pursuing this regulatory pathway.
Major technology companies have agreed to cover the substantial energy costs associated with their artificial intelligence data centers. President Donald Trump announced the initiative, highlighting the need for "PR help" for these AI operations.
Initial glimpses of Elon Musk's X Money have surfaced, featuring insights from actor William Shatner, as the limited beta phase commences. The platform appears poised to integrate financial functionalities directly into the social media experience.
Eric Trump, co-founder of World Liberty Financial, has publicly criticized traditional financial institutions regarding their stance on stablecoin yields, igniting further debate in the ongoing stablecoin discussions.
Prominent figures in the cryptocurrency space are challenging the long-standing concerns raised by hedge fund titan Ray Dalio regarding Bitcoin's viability and fundamental characteristics.
Western Union is collaborating with Crossmint to integrate stablecoin payments on the Solana blockchain, aiming to enhance global remittance services.