Category: LiveBitcoinNews

TRON launches mandatory mainnet upgrade with EVM enhancements, stronger security, and an August 16 node update deadline. TRON has rolled out a mandatory mainnet upgrade that introduces a wide range of protocol, security, and developer improvements.  The new GreatVoyage-v4.8.2 release, known as Pyrrho, moves the blockchain closer to Ethereum compatibility...

AAVE nears $100 as V4 deposits top $300M, with rising volume and bullish technical signals fueling fresh rally hopes. AAVE pushed closer to the $100 line in Tuesday trading as buyers stepped in again.  The token drew fresh attention after trader Michaël van de Poppe said the chart now points...

Circle outlines its vision for the agentic economy, where USDC, AI agents, identity, and policy controls power digital finance. Artificial intelligence is starting to reshape how money moves across digital networks.  Circle says the next phase extends far beyond simple crypto payments between users and businesses.  The company outlined a...

Ondo Finance gains attention as DTCC expands tokenized securities, advancing blockchain-based stock settlement and tokenized markets. The race to bring traditional markets onchain picked up speed after new developments from DTCC’s tokenization project.  Ondo Finance has emerged as one of the crypto firms connected to the initiative as Wall Street...

Bank of Korea’s CBDC pilot relied mainly on internal security assessments before launch. No independent audit reviewed Project Hangang during or after real-world testing. Oversight concerns grow as South Korea expands CBDC and deposit token initiatives. South Korea’s central bank is facing criticism after reports revealed its first central bank...

Russia approves major crypto legislation, allowing regulated cross-border trade while maintaining restrictions on domestic cryptocurrency payments nationwide. Russia has approved a major cryptocurrency bill after its parliament passed the measure in final readings. The bill establishes regulations for digital assets and cryptocurrency companies. Furthermore, it provides a way for regulated...

Washington’s ruling adds to growing state pressure on Kalshi as courts weigh gambling laws against federal oversight. State regulators are stepping up efforts to rein in sports prediction markets. Washington has joined a growing number of states challenging Kalshi, arguing its event contracts violate local gambling laws. While the latest...

BlockSec linked the exploit to a suspected signature validation flaw in Wanchain’s TreasuryCheck validator. Midnight said the incident only affected Wanchain’s bridge infrastructure, not the Midnight blockchain. NIGHT fell over 30% as investigators examined the reported $9 million bridge treasury drain. A reported exploit targeting Wanchain’s Cardano-to-BNB Chain bridge has...

UK Parliament investigates banking restrictions affecting crypto businesses nationwide. Lawmakers seek industry evidence on account closures and payment restrictions. Inquiry may shape future UK banking policies for regulated crypto companies. The UK Parliament has launched a cross-party inquiry into claims that banks are limiting access to financial services for cryptocurrency...

Base and Coinbase plan tokenized stocks backed 1:1 by real company shares. Robinhood leads EVM tokenized equities, but Base targets direct ownership benefits. Regulatory clarity and product details remain key before the planned launch proceeds. Base is preparing to enter the tokenized equities market with Coinbase through a planned product...