Checker Raises $8M From Galaxy Ventures for Stablecoin Infrastructure
Checker has raised $8 million from Galaxy Ventures and other investors, putting fresh attention on stablecoin infrastructure and crypto startup funding.
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SEC Prepares to Allow Blockchain-Based Tokenized Stock Trading
The SEC may open the door to blockchain-based tokenized stock trading. Here is what the shift could mean for regulation, markets, and crypto-linked finance.
Lombard Finance Switches to Chainlink CCIP for LBTC and BTC.b
Lombard Finance is replacing LayerZero with Chainlink CCIP for LBTC and BTC.b cross-chain infrastructure. Here is what the switch means.
CertiK CEO DeFi AI Attacks Are an Unfair Game
CertiK CEO warns AI is helping DeFi attackers outspend defenders, turning Web3 security into an uneven arms race with serious stakes.
Report: Japan Enterprise Blockchain to Issue Yen Stablecoin for B2B Settlements
A reported yen stablecoin initiative on a Japan enterprise blockchain could target B2B settlements, signaling a new corporate blockchain payment use case.
Circle Reveals Quantum-Resistant Roadmap for Arc Layer-1 Blockchain
Circle-backed Arc has outlined a quantum-resistant roadmap for its Layer-1 blockchain, including opt-in post-quantum signatures and phased security upgrades.
TRON DAO Expands AI Fund to $1 Billion Targeting On-Chain Payments and Decentralized AI
TRON DAO has expanded its AI investment fund from $100 million to $1 billion, targeting on-chain payment infrastructure and decentralized AI applications built on the TRON network.
China's Hainan Bureau Bans RWA Tokenization, Warns of Fake Exchange Volume Fraud
China's Hainan Financial Bureau has banned real world asset (RWA) tokenization and issued a formal warning about fake exchange trading volume fraud, signaling tighter crypto enforcement.
Ondo Finance Adds 60+ Tokenized Stocks and ETFs Including BlackRock's IBIT
Ondo Finance has added over 60 tokenized stocks and ETFs to its platform, including BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF IBIT and Galaxy Digital, expanding on-chain access to traditional financial assets.
SEC Approves Nasdaq Rule Change to Enable Tokenized Securities Trading
The SEC has approved a Nasdaq rule change allowing trading of tokenized securities on the exchange, marking a significant regulatory milestone for blockchain-based financial instruments.
Aster Chain Mainnet Launches for Privacy-Focused Layer 1 Blockchain
Aster Chain has reportedly launched its mainnet, introducing a privacy-focused Layer 1 blockchain. Here is what the rollout signals for the project and the wider market.
BNB Chain Registers Strong Breakout in Q3 of 2025 as Users and DeFi Active Again
The year 2025 saw BNB Chain begin Q3 with overall growth while enhancing its market valuation and usage. The market capitalization of BNB rose by 51.6% to $140.4 billion.