Stablecoins Are Vulnerable to Real Security Risks: Chainalysis – “The Defiant”
Chainalysis reports that both centralized and decentralized stablecoins face security risks, including custodial breaches, smart contract flaws, and regulatory exposure, which can impact the crypto ecosystem.
Worries Over Bitcoin Treasuries Grow — Can Solaxy 100x as First-Ever Solana Layer-2?
The article discusses growing concerns over Bitcoin treasuries fueled by debt and explores Solana’s emerging yield-driven treasury model as Solaxy prepares to launch Solana’s first Layer-2 solution.
Tokenized Treasuries Surge to $5.6 Billion, Fueling Growth in RWAs: CoinGecko – “The Defiant”
Tokenized U.S. Treasuries surged to $5.6B in 2024, driven by demand for real-world returns. BlackRock’s BUIDL fund leads with 44% market share. RWAs are becoming central in crypto, with stablecoins and commodities also growing.
Hoskinson’s Bitcoin Fund Could Push a Cardano Price Breakout
Charles Hoskinson proposes a $100M Cardano sovereign wealth fund to boost DeFi, potentially driving ADA price growth by diversifying into Bitcoin and yield-bearing instruments like USDM.
Introducing The Token Transparency Framework | Empire
Experts launch the Token Transparency Framework to address industry challenges, discussing token markets, risks, structural issues, and their impact on prices.
Litecoin Payments in Real Life: Where and How LTC Actually Works – Brave New Coin
Litecoin remains a practical cryptocurrency for everyday transactions due to its speed, low fees, and reliability. It’s accepted by online shops, travel platforms, and charities, with options like crypto debit cards enhancing usability.
Kraken’s Ethereum Layer-2 Ink Network Is Launching a Token – Decrypt
Kraken’s Ethereum layer-2 network Ink is launching an INK token via the Ink Foundation. The token will support DeFi on the network, with an airdrop planned for early users of its Aave-powered liquidity protocol.
Staked Ethereum hits 35M ETH high as liquid supply declines
Staked Ethereum reaches a record 35M ETH, indicating strong investor confidence and reduced liquid supply. Over 28% of ETH is now locked in staking contracts, with Lido leading at 25% market share.
2025 Shaping Up To Be ‘Breakout Year’ for This Crypto Sector As Organic Volume Reaches Unprecedented Levels: Coinbase – The Daily Hodl
Coinbase predicts 2025 as a breakout year for stablecoins, citing record transfer volumes and growing interest from businesses and consumers for global payments and financial solutions.
Stablecoins are the ‘highest utility form of money,’ but industry is yet to reach ‘iPhone moment’: Circle CEO
Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire calls stablecoins the ‘highest utility form of money’ but says the industry hasn’t reached its ‘iPhone moment’ yet, despite their programmability and potential for disruption.
