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SEC Begins Review of Grayscale XRP Trust ETF Proposal Amid Market Rally
The SEC has initiated its evaluation of NYSE Arca's proposal to list the Grayscale XRP Trust as an ETF, beginning a 21-day public comment period. The news sparked positive market reaction, with XRP's price climbing 3.12% amid broader implications for the cryptocurrency's regulatory status.
ZkLend Offers 10% Bounty to Hacker Following $9.5M Protocol Exploit
DeFi lending protocol ZkLend suffered a $9.5 million security breach, prompting them to offer the hacker a 10% bounty for returning the stolen funds. The incident adds to the growing security concerns in crypto, with over $100 million already stolen from blockchain projects in early 2025.
Decentralized AI: The Rising Challenger to Big Tech's AI Dominance
As tech giants pour billions into AI development, a revolutionary decentralized approach called DeAI emerges as a formidable competitor. Running on distributed networks similar to Bitcoin, this new paradigm promises greater transparency, fair rewards, and freedom from corporate control.
CAR President Launches Controversial Meme-Coin Despite Previous Bitcoin Setbacks
Central African Republic's President Touadéra unveils $CAR cryptocurrency as an experimental initiative to boost development, despite its 90% post-launch plunge. The move follows CAR's limited success with Bitcoin adoption in 2022, raising both hopes and concerns about the nation's crypto ambitions.
Bitcoin Dips as Unexpected US Inflation Jump Dampens Rate Cut Hopes
Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies declined after US January inflation hit 3.0%, exceeding forecasts and raising concerns about delayed Federal Reserve rate cuts. Fed Chair Powell's Senate testimony emphasized a cautious approach, suggesting higher rates may persist longer than markets anticipated.
Japan Plans Major Crypto Reform: 20% Tax Rate and Bitcoin ETF Approval by 2025
Japan's FSA considers reducing crypto tax from 55% to 20% and lifting the Bitcoin ETF ban as part of a comprehensive regulatory overhaul. The reforms, expected by 2025, aim to boost Japan's competitiveness in the global digital asset market while enhancing investor protection.
SIX Exchange Pioneers Crypto Collateral Integration for Traditional Finance
Swiss exchange operator SIX launches Digital Collateral Service enabling institutions to use cryptocurrencies alongside traditional assets as collateral. The groundbreaking platform supports seven major cryptocurrencies and streamlines collateral management through a unified system.
Man's £598M Bitcoin Quest: Plans to Buy Landfill Where Lost Fortune Lies
A British IT worker aims to purchase an entire landfill site in Wales where he believes his accidentally discarded hard drive containing 7,500 Bitcoins lies buried. After a decade of failed recovery attempts, James Howells sees a new opportunity as the site plans to close for conversion into a solar farm.
Digital Revolution: Young Investors Choose Crypto Over Traditional Pensions
A groundbreaking study reveals that 78% of Gen Z and Gen Alpha prefer alternative retirement savings methods, with cryptocurrency emerging as a popular choice. The shift is driven by distrust in traditional pension systems, with 87% considering crypto for long-term savings while institutional adoption slowly grows.