Category: Crypto News

Aster launches its Layer 1 testnet for on-chain derivatives, targeting perp DEX demand with privacy features, capital efficiency, and a 2026 roadmap. Aster has officially launched the testnet for its Layer 1 blockchain, marking a key milestone in decentralized derivatives development. The launch is symptomatic of the changing trends in...

Pompliano says Bitcoin’s sharp drawdowns remain part of its long-term cycle, despite extreme fear and heavy liquidations. Bitcoin has continued its unprecedented southbound travel as macroeconomic and political trends put the market in disarray. Prices have tumbled over the past week, with most assets losing over half their value. And...

Ethereum formalizes a decade of security lessons into a shared framework to support scale without central control. Ethereum created a new dashboard to make its security work easier to understand. The dashboard highlights risks, the protections in place, and ongoing work across the ecosystem. It was released following continued on-chain...

A New Execution Architecture That Embeds Regulatory Governance Before Blockchain Transactions Occur — Addressing the Root Cause Behind 90% of Enterprise Blockchain Pilot Failures ZenithBlox Inc., a Toronto-based compliance-first blockchain middleware company, today announced the formal introduction of Compliance-Orchestrated Blockchain Infrastructure (COBI) — a new execution architecture purpose-built for regulated...

Pump.fun acquires Vyper to expand memecoin trading tools, enhance cross-chain execution, and strengthen Terminal with EVM-focused infrastructure upgrades. Pump.fun announced the acquisition of Vyper on Thursday, expanding its memecoin trading infrastructure. The Solana-based launchpad stated that Vyper’s team and technology will be a part of its larger product suite. Meanwhile,...

Gemini exits UK, EU, and Australia markets while cutting staff by 25%, citing AI efficiency, higher costs, and renewed United States focus. Gemini announced a major strategic shift on Thursday, confirming exits from the UK, EU, and Australia markets. Meanwhile, the crypto exchange cut its workforce by 25% (affecting almost...

Coinbase confirmed HYPE spot trading for Feb. 5, 2026, as Hyperliquid’s token trades lower despite listing news, data shows. Coinbase has confirmed that spot trading for Hyperliquid’s native token, HYPE, will go live on 5 February 2026. The announcement drew attention across the crypto market, although price action remained restrained...

Ethereum drops near $2,042 as bearish structure holds, with traders watching key liquidity levels and a $2,345 reclaim for trend reversal. Ethereum has continued to trend lower and recently traded near $2,042. Market participants are closely watching price structure as downside pressure remains active. Analysts say the current move reflects...

Reused Layer-2 models and unclear ties to Ethereum are raising doubts about scalability, trust, and long-term relevance. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has raised concerns about the direction of Layer-2 development. He argued that many projects rely on similar technical designs with little variation. His remarks have reignited debate about what...

JPMorgan says Bitcoin’s risk-adjusted profile has improved compared with gold over the long term. Bitcoin volatility relative to gold has fallen to a record low, according to JPMorgan data. JPMorgan estimates Bitcoin’s production cost near $87,000, with BTC trading below that level. JPMorgan has stated that Bitcoin’s long-term appeal compared...