Tag: Crypto

  • Linea to Allocate 85% of Token Supply to Users and Builders Ahead of Airdrop

    Linea to Allocate 85% of Token Supply to Users and Builders Ahead of Airdrop

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    Issac Lane

    L2 Network Emphasises Ethereum Alignment with New Tokenomics and Staking Plans Linea, the Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution developed by Consensys, has revealed key details of its upcoming token generation event (TGE) and airdrop. While the exact date of the TGE is yet to be confirmed, the company announced that 85% of the token supply will…

  • Linea Unveils Airdrop and Staking Plan to Deepen Ethereum Alignment

    Linea Unveils Airdrop and Staking Plan to Deepen Ethereum Alignment

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    Issac Lane

    Linea, the Consensys-developed Ethereum layer-2 network, has revealed new details about its upcoming token generation event and airdrop, along with fresh staking and burning mechanisms designed to enhance its alignment with the Ethereum mainnet. These updates reflect a broader strategy to position Linea as the go-to destination for ETH capital. 85 Percent of Token Supply…

  • Hong Kong Finalises Stablecoin Regulations, Launches Public Registry

    Hong Kong Finalises Stablecoin Regulations, Launches Public Registry

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    Issac Lane

    The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has officially released its regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers, with rules set to come into effect from 1 August. The new measures include detailed licensing guidelines and a public registry of approved issuers, as part of the city’s broader efforts to bring transparency and oversight to the fast-growing crypto…

  • XRP Eyes $4 as Whales Accumulate and Analysts Turn Bullish

    XRP Eyes $4 as Whales Accumulate and Analysts Turn Bullish

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    Issac Lane

    XRP is showing strong signs of recovery and upward momentum, sparking renewed optimism among traders and analysts. The token recently climbed above the $3 mark and continues to attract significant whale accumulation, a key indicator of bullish sentiment. Whale Activity Suggests Confidence Despite a recent sell-off triggered by Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen’s 50 billion XRP…

  • Metaplanet Strengthens Bitcoin Holdings with 780 BTC Purchase, Now Holds Over $2 Billion in Crypto

    Metaplanet Strengthens Bitcoin Holdings with 780 BTC Purchase, Now Holds Over $2 Billion in Crypto

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    Issac Lane

    Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has acquired an additional 780 Bitcoin, further cementing its position as the top non-US corporate Bitcoin holder. This latest acquisition brings the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 17,132 BTC, now valued at over $2 billion. Largest Non-US Bitcoin Treasury Following the purchase, Metaplanet remains the only non-US company among the top…

  • Ether Faces Potential Price Correction Amid Social Media Euphoria

    Ether Faces Potential Price Correction Amid Social Media Euphoria

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    Issac Lane

    Ether’s recent surge has sparked renewed optimism in the cryptocurrency market, but rising concerns around social media hype could indicate a looming price correction. Blockchain analytics firm Santiment has flagged the rising “social dominance” of Ether as a potential warning sign that the rally may be approaching a short-term peak. Santiment Warns of ‘Extreme Euphoria’…

  • Ether ETFs Extend Inflow Streak to 16 Days with $453M Surge

    Ether ETFs Extend Inflow Streak to 16 Days with $453M Surge

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    Issac Lane

    BlackRock’s ETHA Dominates as Total Assets Hit $20.66 Billion Spot Ethereum ETFs in the US recorded another strong trading day on Friday, drawing in $452.72 million in net inflows and stretching their consecutive daily inflow streak to 16 sessions. The growing interest in Ether-based exchange-traded products has pushed total net assets to $20.66 billion, accounting…

  • Nigeria Opens Doors to Stablecoin Firms Amid Shifting Crypto Policy

    Nigeria Opens Doors to Stablecoin Firms Amid Shifting Crypto Policy

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    Issac Lane

    Nigeria has signalled a major policy shift by opening its doors to stablecoin businesses, provided they comply with local regulations. This move reflects the country’s changing stance on digital assets, aiming to regulate rather than restrict the growing crypto market. Regulatory Welcome for Stablecoins Director-General of Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emomotimi Agama, announced…

  • Pump.fun Raises $500M in 12 Minutes, Fueling Retail FOMO and Memecoin Frenzy

    Pump.fun Raises $500M in 12 Minutes, Fueling Retail FOMO and Memecoin Frenzy

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    Issac Lane

    A Rapid-Fire Token Sale Breaks Records On 12 July 2025, Solana-based meme coin launchpad Pump.fun stunned the crypto world by raising $500 million in just under 12 minutes. The initial coin offering (ICO) of its native token PUMP marked one of the most explosive retail-driven launches of the year, highlighting how retail fear of missing…

  • XRP Drops 19 Percent Amid Crypto Market Correction, Analysts Remain Bullish

    XRP Drops 19 Percent Amid Crypto Market Correction, Analysts Remain Bullish

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    Issac Lane

    The price of XRP fell sharply on Thursday, dropping 19 percent from its recent multiyear high. Despite the steep decline, analysts are describing the move as a healthy correction within the broader crypto market, which has also experienced notable losses over the past 24 hours. XRP Declines After Reaching Multiyear High XRP’s price fell to…