Starknet Introduces Privacy Framework for ERC-20 Tokens

Starknet has launched the STRK20 token standard, aimed at integrating privacy features into ERC-20 tokens on its platform. This development emphasizes the growing trend of privacy in blockchain transactions.

Tornado Cash Dev Roman Storm Could Face Retrial

A U.S. federal prosecutor has requested to retry the co-founder of the privacy-focused crypto protocol months after he received a mixed verdict.

Treasury Report Identifies Technology Tools to Counter Digital Asset Crime

The report notes that AI, digital identity systems, blockchain analytics, and APIs can be harnessed to fight financial crime.

Bitcoin Tops $71,000 as Oil Drops Under $80

Total crypto capitalization is up another 3% to $2.49 trillion.

Jito Foundation Acquires Solana News Outlet SolanaFloor

The foundation behind Solana liquid staking protocol Jito acquired SolanaFloor just two weeks after the media outlet announced it was shutting down.

Circle Launches Nanopayments on Testnet

These ultra-small, gas-free USDC transactions are designed for use by AI agents.

US Bank Lobby Considers Suing OCC Over Crypto Firms' Banking Charters: Report

The Bank Policy Institute is reportedly weighing filing a lawsuit against the OCC over it granting more bank trust charters to crypto firms.

Polymarket Teams Up With Palantir and TWG AI to Monitor Sports Bets

The prediction market is deploying AI-powered surveillance tools as the industry faces mounting scrutiny over insider trading and market manipulation.

Mantle TVL Crosses $1 Billion Fueled by Aave Deployment

Aave has attracted nearly $800 million in deposits since launching on Mantle a month ago.

Wells Fargo Files Trademark for 'WFUSD,' Signaling Stablecoin Ambitions

While the bank has yet to confirm its plans, the move could mark a first step toward launching its own USD stablecoin.

Mastercard Unveils 'Crypto Partner Program' with Major Industry Players

The initiative brings together a broad spectrum of well-known, global crypto firms and blockchain projects including Circle, Solana, Binance, Polygon, and Ava Labs.

Ledger Uncovers Security Vulnerability That Could Affect 25% of Android Phones

The chip vulnerability makes it possible for hackers to decrypt affected Android smartphones, and steal data — including crypto wallet private keys.

Binance Sues WSJ for Defamation as DOJ Opens Iran Sanctions Probe

The exchange's lawsuit was filed the same morning the Journal reported a new federal investigation into whether Iran used Binance to evade U.S. sanctions.

Across Protocol Proposes Shift From DAO to Private Company

The token buyout plan offers ACX holders equity or a cash exit at a 25% premium.

AI Agents Can Now Transact Via MetaMask Without Accessing Private Keys, Says CoinFello

A new OpenClaw skill from CoinFello addresses a key security issue with AI agents using crypto.

Foundry to Launch Institutional Zcash Mining Pool

The world's top Bitcoin mining pool operator expands into privacy coins as ZEC surges 600% year-over-year.

Ethena's Deployed Capital Slumps as Demand for Leverage Dries Up

An analysis from WuBlockchain shows basis trade capital at record lows as hedging crowds out leveraged longs, pushing derivatives markets toward an unusual equilibrium.

Bitcoin Holds Above $70,000 as U.S. Inflation Remains Subdued

ETH and SOL gained 1% while XRP is flat on the day.

Optimism Developer Op Labs Cuts 20% of Staff in Effeciency Push

Op Labs' CEO said the move was not about finances, and that the firm has "years of runway."

Lido Launches Its First Stablecoin Vault

The new product, EarnUSD, lets users earn yield on their USDC and USDT.

CFTC Launches Sweeping Review of Prediction Markets

The agency issued an advance rulemaking notice and a staff advisory encouraging innovation.