Bitlayer's layer 2 is based on the BitVM paradigm, which was unveiled last October and laid out a path for Ethereum-style smart contracts on the original blockchain.
Solana Sees Arrival of Nomura, Brevan Howard-Affiliated Tokenization Firm Libre
Libre is unveiling a new tokenized offering, the blockchain-based Hamilton Lane SCOPE senior credit fund, which will be available on Solana and Ethereum-compatible chains.
Crypto Exchange Gate.io Exits Japan
"As one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges, we strive to comply with financial regulations in all regions in which we operate," a blog on Gate.io said.
Avail, Long-Awaited 'Data Availability' Blockchain Project, Launches Main Network
The project, spun out of Polygon in 2023, has raised $75 million of funding and claims unique technologies as a provider of "data availability," or DA – the speciality of stor...
India Keeps Controversial Crypto Tax Rules Unchanged, Finance Minister's Budget Speech
The budget is the first since Prime Minister Narendra Modi was elected for a third straight term.
BlockFi Administrator Submits Plan in Court to Make Customers Whole
The plan administrator revealed that a significant transaction had been closed which would enable a near-term final distribution of 100% for all eligible claims.
U.S. House Passes Crypto Illicit Finance Bill That's Likely to be Rebuffed in Senate
The legislation would set up a federal group to assess crypto in terrorism and illicit finance and make recommendations for heading it off, but the bill isn't expected to clea...
Ethereum ETFs Approved by SEC, Bringing Popular Funds to Second-Largest Cryptocurrency
Issuers received approval for their latest S-1 filings, which means that the funds could begin trading as early as Tuesday.
Swan Bitcoin Drops IPO Plan, Cuts Staff and Will Shut Managed Mining Unit
The bitcoin financial firm previously planned to go public by end of this year.
Taking off: Rewarding Flight Trackers in the Age of Web3
Flight tracking enthusiasts provide crucial data to the aviation industry, receiving nothing in return. Wingbits plans to change this with an innovative DePIN-based approach,...