Month: May 2025

The Graph Activates Cross-Chain Transfers for GRT via Chainlink CCIP

The Graph, a leading decentralized data indexing protocol, has officially integrated Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), enabling seamless cross-chain transfers of its native token, GRT. This advancement marks a pivotal step in expanding The Graph’s multi-chain functionality and GRT’s usability…

Texas Set to Make History with State-Backed Bitcoin Reserve

Texas is on the cusp of becoming the first major U.S. economy to actively hold Bitcoin as part of its state reserves, following the passage of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Investment Act (SB 21) in the House of Representatives….

Jamie Finn Joins Sei Development Foundation as Strategic Advisor to Advance Tokenized Asset Vision

On May 20, 2025, the Sei Development Foundation announced the appointment of Jamie Finn, co-founder of Securitize, as a strategic advisor. The move underscores Sei’s ambition to position itself as a leading blockchain for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) and institutional…

Genesis Sues DCG and CEO Barry Silbert Over Alleged Fraud and Bankruptcy Scheme

Crypto lender Genesis Global has filed two lawsuits against its parent firm, Digital Currency Group (DCG), and its CEO Barry Silbert, alleging they orchestrated a fraudulent financial strategy that drained Genesis of assets and forced the company into bankruptcy. According…

KULR Technology Expands Bitcoin Holdings to 800 BTC, Touts 220% BTC Yield Performance

KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR), a leader in sustainable energy management solutions, announced a strategic expansion of its Bitcoin treasury holdings on Tuesday. The company has acquired an additional $9 million in Bitcoin, bringing its total reserve to…

Elizabeth Warren Blasts GENIUS Act as Gateway to “Crypto Corruption,” Warns of Trump Conflicts and Future Crisis

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) issued a stark warning on the Senate floor Monday, calling the GENIUS Act a direct threat to national financial stability and a vehicle for “crypto corruption” tied to President Donald Trump’s expanding digital asset empire….

Coinbase Data Leak Could Turn Deadly, TechCrunch Founder Michael Arrington Warns

The recent Coinbase data breach could have fatal consequences, according to TechCrunch founder Michael Arrington, who took to social media platform X to voice his alarm. The prominent investor didn’t mince words, claiming that the exposure of user data—especially home…

Robinhood Urges SEC to Approve Blockchain-Based Securities Trading Platform

With tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) poised to reshape financial markets, Robinhood has officially petitioned the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to establish a national framework for digital asset trading. The company’s 42-page proposal, revealed by Forbes on May 20,…

FINRA Sounds Alarm on AI-Driven Crypto Scams, Warns of Retail Investor Vulnerabilities

As AI-powered scams gain momentum, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has raised concerns over a surge in fraudulent schemes targeting retail investors, particularly those involving cryptocurrencies. At the 2025 FINRA Annual Conference, experts highlighted the escalating complexity of fraud…

Fold Introduces Bitcoin Gift Card for Mainstream Retail Markets

Fold, a Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin financial services firm, has launched the Fold Bitcoin Gift Card, aiming to bring Bitcoin to mainstream retail consumers in a familiar and accessible format. The card, which ranges from $25 to $500, allows users to purchase…