Tempo, Stripe’s new blockchain, hits $5B valuation in $500M funding round
Led by Thrive Capital and Greenoaks, the raise comes less than two months after Stripe unveiled its layer-1 blockchain for stablecoin and real-world payments.
Ocean Protocol’s team faces $250K bounty after $120M crypto dump allegations
While Ocean Protocol denied the allegations, onchain data points to an Ocean Protocol-linked multisignature wallet converting about 661 million Ocean tokens into 286 million FET.
Maple Finance stablecoins debut on Aave’s onchain lending markets
The partnership links Aave’s liquidity with Maple Finance’s institutional credit pools, introducing yield-bearing stablecoins to Aave's lending markets.
Kadena blames ‘market conditions’ as founding team exits, tanking token
The team behind the Kadena blockchain said it is no longer able to continue business operations and will cease maintenance of the network immediately.
Tether’s stablecoin touches 6.25% of the world’s population, says CEO
Tether has notched its 500 millionth user of its USDT stablecoin, an achievement its CEO Paolo Ardoino said is “likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history.”
Kraken CEO hits back as banker calls stablecoin yields a ‘detriment’
Consumers deserve the choice to earn yield on stablecoins, not be boxed into earning interest only through banks, Kraken co-CEO Dave Ripley said.
Asia’s stock exchanges are pushing back against crypto treasuries: Report
Top exchanges in Hong Kong, India and Australia are rejecting companies seeking to become crypto hoarders, citing shell company concerns.
Coinbase CEO reveals ‘private transactions’ are coming to Base
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong credited the company’s acquisition of Iron Fish in March to drive the effort, though there are questions about how private the transactions really will be.
Retail crypto TXs have doubled on regulatory clarity: TRM Labs
Most crypto activity over the last year has been tied to practical use cases such as payments, remittances and preserving value in volatile economic conditions.
Major crypto wallets raise defense network as phishers jack $400M
MetaMask has partnered with other major crypto wallet providers to launch a real-time phishing defense network, allowing anyone to “prevent the next major phishing attack.”
Bitcoin chart is echoing the 1970s soybean bubble: Peter Brandt
The 1970s were one of the most volatile decades in recent economic history, giving rise to a commodities boom that saw soybean prices soar, then plummet.
OpenAI launches browser with a brain powered by agentic AI
OpenAI has announced Atlas, an AI browser with agent mode that researches, automates tasks and shops online while users browse.
Why most ‘crypto cities’ flop — and the blueprint execs say might work
Crypto executives argue that a self-sovereign city powered by cryptographic and decentralized systems is technically possible but would be immensely challenging.
Fake social media accounts: The rise of Cointelegraph impersonators, explained
Fake “Cointelegraph” accounts are scamming crypto users. Learn how to spot impostors, verify identities and stay protected in 2025.
Hong Kong approves its first spot Solana ETF ahead of US
Hong Kong joins Canada, Brazil and Kazakhstan in approving a spot Solana ETF, further widening the gap with the US, which has yet to authorize one.
How to find coins before they get listed on Binance or Coinbase
AI tools, onchain data and community signals are influencing how traders spot tokens before they hit major exchanges.
$19B market crash paves way for Bitcoin’s rise to $200K: Standard Chartered
The $19 billion market crash may be a buying opportunity as dust settles in the coming weeks, Standard Chartered’s Geoff Kendrick told Cointelegraph in an exclusive interview.
Prediction markets hit new high as Polymarket enters Sam Altman’s World
World’s Polymarket Mini App integration came amid prediction markets surging past 2024 records, with $2 billion in weekly trading volumes.
Bitcoin’s MVRV Ratio hints at ‘cyclical bottom’ forming below $110K
Bitcoin’s valuation indicator showed BTC entering an “undervaluation phase” and a potential local bottom, pointing to a near-term price rebound.
FalconX acquires world’s largest crypto ETP issuer 21Shares
The acquisition marks FalconX’s third major deal of 2025, following its purchases of crypto derivatives platform Arbelos Markets and a majority stake in Monarq.
Stablecoins quietly become gaming’s hidden engine: BGA report
A new BGA report revealed that, unlike volatile play-to-earn tokens, stablecoins offer predictability, giving game studios a steadier path to long-term growth.
Arthur Hayes calls for $1M Bitcoin as new Japan PM orders economic stimulus
Hayes previously predicted that Bitcoin’s price would soar to $250,000 when the Bank of Japan pivoted to quantitative easing measures.
‘Another nail in the coffin’ of original crypto spirit: Whales ditch self-custody for ETFs
Wealthy Bitcoin holders are moving billions into ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT as tax benefits and SEC rule changes drive a shift away from self-custody.
Bitcoin risks drop toward $100K as ‘insider’ whale moves BTC to exchanges
A mysterious whale moved $588 million in Bitcoin to exchanges, sparking fresh fears of a deeper BTC price drop that could test $100,000 support
Aave DAO proposes $50M annual token buyback using DeFi revenues
The proposal would make Aave’s $50 million annual buyback a permanent feature, expanding on the success of previous buyback initiatives.
Open banking will keep America at the forefront of financial innovation
Open banking facilitates access to rural financial services and digital asset integration, but traditional banks pose potential restrictions.
Bitcoin price to 6X in 2026? M2 supply boom sparks COVID-19 comparisons
Bitcoin price analysis hinted that the correlation between BTC price action and M2 money supply may end in a repeat of the late 2020 bull run.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
China’s budget AIs are trouncing ChatGPT and Grok at crypto trading
DeepSeek was the only AI model to generate a positive return on Wednesday, despite having the smallest development budget among its peers.
BNB price analysis: Here’s why bulls must hold $1K
Fewer buyers and weakening price technicals could spell trouble for the BNB price, as bulls must hold $1,000 support or face a deeper correction.
Gold’s worst dip in years wipes $2.5T: How does Bitcoin match up?
Gold suffered a massive $2.5 trillion market cap dip comparable to the entire Bitcoin market, showing that “safe-haven” assets are not immune to volatility.
XRP Price Analysis for October 22
Can traders expect XRP to test the $2.50 area soon?
Galaxy Digital Banks $505M Profit as Crypto Trading Surges 140%
TLDR: Galaxy Digital posted $505M profit in Q3 2025 as trading volumes jumped 140% from the previous quarter. The firm secured $1.4B financing to fully fund its Helios AI data center campus in Texas. Galaxy’s assets on platform hit a record $17B, with $1.9B held in cash and stablecoins. GalaxyOne launched for U.S. investors, offering [...] The post Galaxy Digital Banks $505M Profit as Crypto Trading Surges 140% appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ocean Protocol’s team faces $250K bounty after $120M crypto dump allegations
While Ocean Protocol denied the allegations, onchain data points to an Ocean Protocol-linked multisignature wallet converting about 661 million Ocean tokens into 286 million FET.
Maple Finance stablecoins debut on Aave’s onchain lending markets
The partnership links Aave’s liquidity with Maple Finance’s institutional credit pools, introducing yield-bearing stablecoins to Aave's lending markets.
Kadena blames ‘market conditions’ as founding team exits, tanking token
The team behind the Kadena blockchain said it is no longer able to continue business operations and will cease maintenance of the network immediately.
Tether’s stablecoin touches 6.25% of the world’s population, says CEO
Tether has notched its 500 millionth user of its USDT stablecoin, an achievement its CEO Paolo Ardoino said is “likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history.”
Kraken CEO hits back as banker calls stablecoin yields a ‘detriment’
Consumers deserve the choice to earn yield on stablecoins, not be boxed into earning interest only through banks, Kraken co-CEO Dave Ripley said.
Asia’s stock exchanges are pushing back against crypto treasuries: Report
Top exchanges in Hong Kong, India and Australia are rejecting companies seeking to become crypto hoarders, citing shell company concerns.
Coinbase CEO reveals ‘private transactions’ are coming to Base
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong credited the company’s acquisition of Iron Fish in March to drive the effort, though there are questions about how private the transactions really will be.
Retail crypto TXs have doubled on regulatory clarity: TRM Labs
Most crypto activity over the last year has been tied to practical use cases such as payments, remittances and preserving value in volatile economic conditions.
Major crypto wallets raise defense network as phishers jack $400M
MetaMask has partnered with other major crypto wallet providers to launch a real-time phishing defense network, allowing anyone to “prevent the next major phishing attack.”
Bitcoin chart is echoing the 1970s soybean bubble: Peter Brandt
The 1970s were one of the most volatile decades in recent economic history, giving rise to a commodities boom that saw soybean prices soar, then plummet.
OpenAI launches browser with a brain powered by agentic AI
OpenAI has announced Atlas, an AI browser with agent mode that researches, automates tasks and shops online while users browse.
Why most ‘crypto cities’ flop — and the blueprint execs say might work
Crypto executives argue that a self-sovereign city powered by cryptographic and decentralized systems is technically possible but would be immensely challenging.
Fake social media accounts: The rise of Cointelegraph impersonators, explained
Fake “Cointelegraph” accounts are scamming crypto users. Learn how to spot impostors, verify identities and stay protected in 2025.
Hong Kong approves its first spot Solana ETF ahead of US
Hong Kong joins Canada, Brazil and Kazakhstan in approving a spot Solana ETF, further widening the gap with the US, which has yet to authorize one.
How to find coins before they get listed on Binance or Coinbase
AI tools, onchain data and community signals are influencing how traders spot tokens before they hit major exchanges.
$19B market crash paves way for Bitcoin’s rise to $200K: Standard Chartered
The $19 billion market crash may be a buying opportunity as dust settles in the coming weeks, Standard Chartered’s Geoff Kendrick told Cointelegraph in an exclusive interview.
Prediction markets hit new high as Polymarket enters Sam Altman’s World
World’s Polymarket Mini App integration came amid prediction markets surging past 2024 records, with $2 billion in weekly trading volumes.
Bitcoin’s MVRV Ratio hints at ‘cyclical bottom’ forming below $110K
Bitcoin’s valuation indicator showed BTC entering an “undervaluation phase” and a potential local bottom, pointing to a near-term price rebound.
FalconX acquires world’s largest crypto ETP issuer 21Shares
The acquisition marks FalconX’s third major deal of 2025, following its purchases of crypto derivatives platform Arbelos Markets and a majority stake in Monarq.
Stablecoins quietly become gaming’s hidden engine: BGA report
A new BGA report revealed that, unlike volatile play-to-earn tokens, stablecoins offer predictability, giving game studios a steadier path to long-term growth.
Arthur Hayes calls for $1M Bitcoin as new Japan PM orders economic stimulus
Hayes previously predicted that Bitcoin’s price would soar to $250,000 when the Bank of Japan pivoted to quantitative easing measures.
‘Another nail in the coffin’ of original crypto spirit: Whales ditch self-custody for ETFs
Wealthy Bitcoin holders are moving billions into ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT as tax benefits and SEC rule changes drive a shift away from self-custody.
Bitcoin risks drop toward $100K as ‘insider’ whale moves BTC to exchanges
A mysterious whale moved $588 million in Bitcoin to exchanges, sparking fresh fears of a deeper BTC price drop that could test $100,000 support
Aave DAO proposes $50M annual token buyback using DeFi revenues
The proposal would make Aave’s $50 million annual buyback a permanent feature, expanding on the success of previous buyback initiatives.
Open banking will keep America at the forefront of financial innovation
Open banking facilitates access to rural financial services and digital asset integration, but traditional banks pose potential restrictions.
Bitcoin price to 6X in 2026? M2 supply boom sparks COVID-19 comparisons
Bitcoin price analysis hinted that the correlation between BTC price action and M2 money supply may end in a repeat of the late 2020 bull run.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
China’s budget AIs are trouncing ChatGPT and Grok at crypto trading
DeepSeek was the only AI model to generate a positive return on Wednesday, despite having the smallest development budget among its peers.
BNB price analysis: Here’s why bulls must hold $1K
Fewer buyers and weakening price technicals could spell trouble for the BNB price, as bulls must hold $1,000 support or face a deeper correction.
Gold’s worst dip in years wipes $2.5T: How does Bitcoin match up?
Gold suffered a massive $2.5 trillion market cap dip comparable to the entire Bitcoin market, showing that “safe-haven” assets are not immune to volatility.
Dogecoin Price Prediction: Bulls Target $1 but Maxi Doge Is the Best Meme Coin to Buy
Dogecoin, despite launching over a decade ago, remains the most popular meme coin in the world, with a current market capitalization of $29 billion. And while the broader market has struggled recently, analysts believe that DOGE could be about to stage a historic rally. According to Dogecoin price predictions, the project may be on the [...] The post Dogecoin Price Prediction: Bulls Target $1 but Maxi Doge Is the Best Meme Coin to Buy appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ocean Protocol’s team faces $250K bounty after $120M crypto dump allegations
While Ocean Protocol denied the allegations, onchain data points to an Ocean Protocol-linked multisignature wallet converting about 661 million Ocean tokens into 286 million FET.
Maple Finance stablecoins debut on Aave’s onchain lending markets
The partnership links Aave’s liquidity with Maple Finance’s institutional credit pools, introducing yield-bearing stablecoins to Aave's lending markets.
Kadena blames ‘market conditions’ as founding team exits, tanking token
The team behind the Kadena blockchain said it is no longer able to continue business operations and will cease maintenance of the network immediately.
Tether’s stablecoin touches 6.25% of the world’s population, says CEO
Tether has notched its 500 millionth user of its USDT stablecoin, an achievement its CEO Paolo Ardoino said is “likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history.”
Kraken CEO hits back as banker calls stablecoin yields a ‘detriment’
Consumers deserve the choice to earn yield on stablecoins, not be boxed into earning interest only through banks, Kraken co-CEO Dave Ripley said.
Asia’s stock exchanges are pushing back against crypto treasuries: Report
Top exchanges in Hong Kong, India and Australia are rejecting companies seeking to become crypto hoarders, citing shell company concerns.
Coinbase CEO reveals ‘private transactions’ are coming to Base
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong credited the company’s acquisition of Iron Fish in March to drive the effort, though there are questions about how private the transactions really will be.
Retail crypto TXs have doubled on regulatory clarity: TRM Labs
Most crypto activity over the last year has been tied to practical use cases such as payments, remittances and preserving value in volatile economic conditions.
Major crypto wallets raise defense network as phishers jack $400M
MetaMask has partnered with other major crypto wallet providers to launch a real-time phishing defense network, allowing anyone to “prevent the next major phishing attack.”
Bitcoin chart is echoing the 1970s soybean bubble: Peter Brandt
The 1970s were one of the most volatile decades in recent economic history, giving rise to a commodities boom that saw soybean prices soar, then plummet.
OpenAI launches browser with a brain powered by agentic AI
OpenAI has announced Atlas, an AI browser with agent mode that researches, automates tasks and shops online while users browse.
Why most ‘crypto cities’ flop — and the blueprint execs say might work
Crypto executives argue that a self-sovereign city powered by cryptographic and decentralized systems is technically possible but would be immensely challenging.
Fake social media accounts: The rise of Cointelegraph impersonators, explained
Fake “Cointelegraph” accounts are scamming crypto users. Learn how to spot impostors, verify identities and stay protected in 2025.
Hong Kong approves its first spot Solana ETF ahead of US
Hong Kong joins Canada, Brazil and Kazakhstan in approving a spot Solana ETF, further widening the gap with the US, which has yet to authorize one.
How to find coins before they get listed on Binance or Coinbase
AI tools, onchain data and community signals are influencing how traders spot tokens before they hit major exchanges.
$19B market crash paves way for Bitcoin’s rise to $200K: Standard Chartered
The $19 billion market crash may be a buying opportunity as dust settles in the coming weeks, Standard Chartered’s Geoff Kendrick told Cointelegraph in an exclusive interview.
Prediction markets hit new high as Polymarket enters Sam Altman’s World
World’s Polymarket Mini App integration came amid prediction markets surging past 2024 records, with $2 billion in weekly trading volumes.
Bitcoin’s MVRV Ratio hints at ‘cyclical bottom’ forming below $110K
Bitcoin’s valuation indicator showed BTC entering an “undervaluation phase” and a potential local bottom, pointing to a near-term price rebound.
FalconX acquires world’s largest crypto ETP issuer 21Shares
The acquisition marks FalconX’s third major deal of 2025, following its purchases of crypto derivatives platform Arbelos Markets and a majority stake in Monarq.
Stablecoins quietly become gaming’s hidden engine: BGA report
A new BGA report revealed that, unlike volatile play-to-earn tokens, stablecoins offer predictability, giving game studios a steadier path to long-term growth.
Arthur Hayes calls for $1M Bitcoin as new Japan PM orders economic stimulus
Hayes previously predicted that Bitcoin’s price would soar to $250,000 when the Bank of Japan pivoted to quantitative easing measures.
‘Another nail in the coffin’ of original crypto spirit: Whales ditch self-custody for ETFs
Wealthy Bitcoin holders are moving billions into ETFs like BlackRock’s IBIT as tax benefits and SEC rule changes drive a shift away from self-custody.
Bitcoin risks drop toward $100K as ‘insider’ whale moves BTC to exchanges
A mysterious whale moved $588 million in Bitcoin to exchanges, sparking fresh fears of a deeper BTC price drop that could test $100,000 support
Aave DAO proposes $50M annual token buyback using DeFi revenues
The proposal would make Aave’s $50 million annual buyback a permanent feature, expanding on the success of previous buyback initiatives.
Open banking will keep America at the forefront of financial innovation
Open banking facilitates access to rural financial services and digital asset integration, but traditional banks pose potential restrictions.
Bitcoin price to 6X in 2026? M2 supply boom sparks COVID-19 comparisons
Bitcoin price analysis hinted that the correlation between BTC price action and M2 money supply may end in a repeat of the late 2020 bull run.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
China’s budget AIs are trouncing ChatGPT and Grok at crypto trading
DeepSeek was the only AI model to generate a positive return on Wednesday, despite having the smallest development budget among its peers.
BNB price analysis: Here’s why bulls must hold $1K
Fewer buyers and weakening price technicals could spell trouble for the BNB price, as bulls must hold $1,000 support or face a deeper correction.
Gold’s worst dip in years wipes $2.5T: How does Bitcoin match up?
Gold suffered a massive $2.5 trillion market cap dip comparable to the entire Bitcoin market, showing that “safe-haven” assets are not immune to volatility.
BREAKING: Coinbase to List BNB
Coinbase, the leading US exchange, has officially confirmed that it is going to list BNB
Solana (SOL) Price Analysis for October 22
Can the decline of Solana (SOL) lead to a test of the $150 area soon?
Ocean Protocol’s team faces $250K bounty after $120M crypto dump allegations
While Ocean Protocol denied the allegations, onchain data points to an Ocean Protocol-linked multisignature wallet converting about 661 million Ocean tokens into 286 million FET.
Maple Finance stablecoins debut on Aave’s onchain lending markets
The partnership links Aave’s liquidity with Maple Finance’s institutional credit pools, introducing yield-bearing stablecoins to Aave's lending markets.
Kadena blames ‘market conditions’ as founding team exits, tanking token
The team behind the Kadena blockchain said it is no longer able to continue business operations and will cease maintenance of the network immediately.
Tether’s stablecoin touches 6.25% of the world’s population, says CEO
Tether has notched its 500 millionth user of its USDT stablecoin, an achievement its CEO Paolo Ardoino said is “likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history.”
Kraken CEO hits back as banker calls stablecoin yields a ‘detriment’
Consumers deserve the choice to earn yield on stablecoins, not be boxed into earning interest only through banks, Kraken co-CEO Dave Ripley said.