Key Takeaways ZEC jumped over 4.3% to $518 after ZODL founder Josh Swihart announced key protocol upgrades. Zcash pushed its market capitalization to $8.65B, broadening its gap over Monero by nearly $1B. Compliance experts warn ZEC faces potential government bans as shielding violates BSA rules. Ecosystem Progress Zcash (ZEC) surged past the $500 mark on…
Key Takeaways Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) lost $389.7M from Aug. 10-14, reversing the prior week’s strong inflows. Fidelity’s FBTC lost $153.2M as solana, XRP, and HYPE funds still drew selective demand. Bitcoin faces a new test as CPI hit 3.4% and jobless claims reached 209,000. Bitcoin ETFs Reverse Prior Week’s Rally With $389.7M Outflow The…
BNB has remained one of the strongest large-cap assets in the crypto market, with the token recently trading around the $600–$610 area. The short-term structure has been relatively constructive, although BNB is now approaching an important resistance zone where buyers will need to demonstrate stronger momentum. Recent market data places resistance around $615–$620, while the…
Key Takeaways Strategy made no bitcoin purchases or sales from Aug. 10-16. MSTR stock sales generated $333.7 million in net proceeds. The company repurchased 1.39 million STRC shares for $132.2 million. Strategy Leaves Bitcoin Holdings Unchanged Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) filed a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Aug. 17…
Key Takeaways Michael Egorov called Pump.fun “a casino of scams,” criticizing its memecoin culture on Solana. Egorov said Phantom’s hardware-wallet setup trails Metamask’s despite Solana’s ecosystem support. Claw Pump co-founder Tomi204 pushed back, defending Pump.fun and Phantom’s average-user experience. Blunt Critique at Its Finest Michael Egorov, the founder of Curve Finance, has taken direct aim…
Key Takeaways Tron surpassed Ethereum to become the largest USDT host, cementing its stablecoin market leadership. A gasless feature spurred emerging market adoption, allowing Tron to capture 52% of sub-$1,000 transfers. Tron hit record daily activity and leads in crypto card settlements, proving true non-speculative demand. Tron Solidifies Stance as Stablecoin Chain, Leading USDT Market…
Weekly Crypto Roundup Get the weekly briefing for Philippine crypto insiders, from the country’s longest-standing crypto and blockchain news publication. For millions of unbanked Filipinos, the barrier to entering the formal financial system isn’t always the ₱15 transfer fee. It’s the requirement to present multiple government IDs, maintain a minimum daily balance, or pay dormancy…
Key Takeaways The MFSA flagged DistributeX for operating in Malta without regulatory approval. The case highlights how crypto MLM platforms exploit Malta’s 2018 VFA Framework to mimic legit firms. The MFSA urges investors to verify companies on its official register before funding 1 or more schemes. Zero Regulatory Approval or Registration The Malta Financial Services…
Weekly Crypto Roundup Get the weekly briefing for Philippine crypto insiders, from the country’s longest-standing crypto and blockchain news publication. Getting consumer loan approvals disbursed in real time and paying at store counters across the Philippines is getting a major upgrade through the national QR standard. Faster Loans and Interoperable Retail Payments For borrowers and…
Key Takeaways Powerball’s $1,532,761 California prize from Feb. 21 remains unclaimed. Varso Gas gets about $7,500 even if the $1.53 million prize expires. California Lottery gives the winner until Aug. 20 to claim the ticket. A Powerball ticket worth $1,532,761 is still sitting unclaimed from the February 21, 2026 drawing, and the clock runs out…
