With the new Virtual Asset Index Series, HKEX aims to create benchmarks for Bitcoin and Ether in Asia. Administrated by CCData, the indices aim to offer real-time and settlement-oriented prices. Reliable benchmarks can boost investors' confidence and support other financial products.
As trading volumes slow, Kraken seeks to attract users and developers while diversifying revenue streams. Ink network built on the Optimism OP Stack is set to bring DeFi closer to the average user. The network is part of the Optimism Superchain, designed for enhanced cross-chain connectivity.
Christopher Waller, one of the Fed's most vocal members on crypto issues, stated that DeFi can complement, rather than replace, traditional finance. He sees stablecoins as an efficient tool to support U.S. economic influence and argues against the necessity of a retail CBDC.
Russia is taking the lead in developing a common financial infrastructure for the BRICS intergovernmental organization. Russia's initiatives feature distributed ledger technology.
The betting odds on the platform indicate a much higher probability of Trump’s victory than traditional polls. A French whale might be responsible for pushing the market odds.
After the massive airdrop, Hamster Kombat's user base has cooled off. As the game is about to embark on a new season, it remains to be seen if the team can bring utility and value to its token and keep the users engaged.
Telegram's founder was arrested in August in France. While the reason given was his connection to criminal activity on the platform, Telegram's activities in Web3 could be the real cause. Like Facebook's Libra/Diem, authorities can be sensitive to private money initiatives by large social networks.
Coinbase plans to delist Tether's stablecoins in the EU, giving a strong push to its related party Circle. Meanwhile, Tether is developing a new technology solution tailored for the EU market that mitigates the risks of non-compliance with the EU MiCA regulation.
