Author: John Smith

Hedera’s Asset Tokenization Studio has adopted a dual token standard, adding ERC-3643 to help institutions launch compliant, modular digital assets on the blockchain network. Summary Hedera has added the ERC-3643 token implementation framework within its Asset Tokenization Studio. ERC-3643 allows for a global, modular approach suitable for non-U.S. jurisdictions. Meanwhile, ERC-1400 is U.S.-centric and targets equity and bond issuers. The Asset Tokenization Studio is an open-source toolkit that enables institutions and fintechs to leverage asset tokenization. By adding support for ERC-3643 within its platform, Hedera (HBAR) is opening up the ecosystem for regulated asset issuance as tokenization takes root. Hedera…

Solowin and 4Paradigm launch a joint venture at the intersection of AI and blockchain, with a focus on regulatory compliance. Summary Solowin launched a venture with AI firm 4Paradigm, focusing on blockchain compliance The two firms will develop a solution that uses AI tools in blockchain risk management AI tools are increasingly integrated into all levels AI is increasingly becoming integrated with the crypto space. On Wednesday, November 12, Hong Kong-based financial technology firm Solowin partnered with a leading Asian AI company, 4Paradigm. The two firms will develop AI-driven tools that track regulatory compliance and risk management on the blockchain.…

The value of tokenized gold has exploded over the past few months, driven by both adoption and rising macroeconomic risks. Summary Tokenized gold reached an all-time high at $3.6 billion Tether’s XAUT and PAX Gold dominate the tokenized gold market Gold on the blockchain rose 50x in value since 2021 Macroeconomic uncertainty is driving the appeal of tokenized gold With economic uncertainty driving the price of gold higher, the interest in tokenized gold is growing. On Wednesday, November 12, the value of tokenized gold reached an all-time high of $3.6 billion, according to data from Token Terminal. What is more,…

Summary Bitcoin price has been trading between $102K–$107K, with low volatility and muted daily swings, signaling a period of consolidation. Neutral sentiment, steady ETF inflows, and institutional support continue, with long-term holders quietly accumulating. Historical trends suggest calm periods like this often precede major rallies, pointing to a possible volatility breakout. Upside targets include $108K–$110K and $130K–$150K, with long-term potential toward $200K, while downside risks remain if BTC falls below $102K. After months of upward momentum, Bitcoin is pausing to catch its breath. The Bitcoin price is solidly above $100K, and volatility is near the lowest it’s been in years.…

Circle is cashing in on stability. The USDC issuer posted $740 million in third-quarter revenue, a 66% jump from last year, as its flagship stablecoin’s circulation more than doubled. Summary Circle posted $740 MILLION in Q3 revenue, up 66% year-on-year, with USDC circulation rising 108% to $73.3 BILLION. Net income tripled to $214 million, driven by institutional adoption and reserve income. The company expanded its infrastructure with the Arc testnet launch and Circle Payments Network, signaling deeper integration with traditional finance. The company, which listed on the NYSE earlier this year under the ticker CRCL, posted net income of $214…

Meteora price is surging 28%, testing $0.50 on elevated volume, with potential to test $0.60, though pullback risk remains high due to overbought conditions and maxed out volatility. Summary Meteora price broke out from a rounded bottom between $0.33–$0.40, now testing $0.50, with potential to retest $0.55–$0.60 if momentum holds. The surge is likely driven by recent listings on Crypto.com and Coinbase Perpetuals. Community discussions are noting that Meteora is generating nearly the same trading fees as Uniswap despite having a market cap just a tenth of its size. Meteora price technical analysis Meteora (MET) price has surged 28% in…

A single entity appears to have exploited the aPriori airdrop, using thousands of coordinated wallets to claim a majority of the distributed tokens. Summary Over 14,000 connected wallets collectively claimed more than 60% of the APR airdrop. Wallets were freshly funded via Binance, received identical 0.001 BNB for gas, created in tight time windows, and funneled tokens to new addresses, indicating a Sybil attack. aPriori airdrop hit by sybil attack One entity appears to have gamed aPriori airdrop, according to Bubblemaps, a blockchain analytics platform known for visualizing wallet connections. The airdrop claim opened on Oct. 23 on BNB Chain,…

Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi argues that the U.K’s rules on the promotion of virtual assets is hurting the consumer experience and may deter potential users from investing in crypto. Summary Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi criticized the U.K financial regulators’ strict rules on crypto promotion, warning that excessive disclosure could deter user interest from investing in crypto entirely. The exchange ruled out offering tokenized private company shares, with Sethi calling the idea “terrible” and declining to comment on potential IPO plans. According to a report by the Financial Times, Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi warned that the U.K financial regulators’ cautious approach…

The crypto market is on a downtrend, weighed down by macroeconomic uncertainty and cautious investor sentiment. The total cryptocurrency market value fell by 2.6% to $3.55 trillion. Bitcoin dropped 2.3% to $103,167, Ethereum slid 4.3% to $3,442, XRP declined 4.9%… Source link

A major crypto merger that could have reshaped the stablecoin market has quietly fallen apart, marking a shift in strategy for one of the industry’s biggest players. Summary Coinbase and BVNK drop $2B acquisition after due diligence. The deal would have boosted Coinbase’s stablecoin strategy. COIN shares dip as investors reassess growth prospects. Coinbase has called off its planned $2 billion acquisition of U.K.-based stablecoin startup BVNK, ending one of the most anticipated deals in the digital payments space.  The decision, reported by a Fortune on Nov. 11, comes after weeks of exclusivity discussions and due diligence. Both firms reportedly…