Category: Blockchain

New Regulations Expose Blockchain’s Privacy and Compliance Gaps

Opinion by: Eran Barak, CEO at Shielded Technologies For more than a decade, crypto in the US has existed in a legal gray zone. Regulators have wavered between silence and sudden crackdowns, leaving developers, investors and institutions paralysed with doubt.  In 2025, this started to change. The SEC dropped its case against Binance, citing the need for more explicit rules. The Senate passed the GENIUS Act, introducing a federal framework for stablecoins. The odds of the CLARITY Act being signed into law are high. Even the White House has shifted…

Flora Growth Launches $401M Treasury to Back 0G AI Blockchain

Nasdaq-listed cannabis firm Flora Growth has launched a $401 million treasury initiative to back Zero Gravity (0G), a blockchain project focused on powering decentralized AI infrastructure. The move comes through a private placement deal combining $35 million in cash with $366 million in in-kind digital assets, primarily denominated in 0G tokens. As part of the transaction, Flora will rebrand as ZeroStack while retaining its Nasdaq ticker, FLGC, according to a Friday announcement. Solana (SOL) treasury company DeFi Development Corp. (DFDV) led the deal, alongside Hexstone Capital and Carlsberg SE Asia…

Blockchain’s Role in Advancing Robot AI and Autonomous Systems

Alvin Lang Sep 19, 2025 22:26 Explore how blockchain technology is revolutionizing Robot AI by addressing data limitations, particularly in autonomous vehicles, drones, and humanoid robots. As blockchain technology continues to evolve, its application in enhancing Robot AI capabilities is gaining momentum. According to Solana (SOL), the current landscape of AI, particularly in autonomous systems, faces significant data challenges. While large language models (LLMs) are trained on over 100TB of internet text, the collective size of open robotics datasets is merely 5TB.…

Exploring Prediction Markets: From Cypherpunk Roots to Blockchain Innovation

Timothy Morano Sep 19, 2025 15:16 Discover the evolution of prediction markets from informal bets to decentralized platforms powered by blockchain and cryptocurrencies, attracting interest from cypherpunks and financial institutions alike. Prediction markets, recognized for their ability to consolidate information into accurate forecasts, have transitioned from informal betting activities and academic experiments to sophisticated decentralized platforms. This evolution has particularly captivated the cypherpunk movement, which views these markets as instruments for truth-seeking and counteracting centralized control. According to blog.bitfinex.com, the interest from…

The future of secure blockchain applications

Amid growing interest in practical ways to scale and safeguard blockchains, hardware‑based approaches are coming into focus. The role of Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) in blockchain systems has gradually expanded from privacy-preserving projects to applications that improve scalability and enable secure offchain computation. Currently, over 50 teams are working on TEE-based blockchain projects. In this article, Cointelegraph Research explores the technical foundations of TEEs in blockchain systems and examines key use cases of this technology. Mechanics of TEEs in blockchains Most blockchain technology relies on cryptography and distributed computing to…

BNB Price Rockets To New ATH Amid Explosive Blockchain Fee Growth – More Rally Ahead?

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The general crypto community is buzzing with excitement, especially investors of the BNB, which recently made a historic upward run during the Thursday trading session. In an interesting development, its blockchain activity has also displayed significant resilience as fees generated from user engagement surge sharply. Soaring Fee Growth Coincides With BNB’s Price Surge Thursday marked a highly bullish day for BNB and its broader ecosystem. Following the ongoing resurgence of the crypto market, the Binance native coin…

Ethereum World’s Fair in Buenos Aires to Showcase Blockchain Innovation

Darius Baruo Sep 18, 2025 18:44 The Ethereum World’s Fair, set for November in Buenos Aires, will highlight blockchain innovations across eight districts, including DeFi, gaming, and AI. The Ethereum community is gearing up for an exciting event this November as Buenos Aires hosts the Ethereum World’s Fair. The event aims to spotlight the latest blockchain innovations, according to the Ethereum Foundation. The World’s Fair will feature eight distinct districts, each dedicated to showcasing the various applications of Ethereum technology. Highlights of…

BNB Chain to Host Key Events at Korea Blockchain Week 2025

Luisa Crawford Sep 17, 2025 20:43 BNB Chain is set to host significant events at Korea Blockchain Week 2025, including the flagship Hanok House event and partnerships with Arkham and Wintermute. BNB Chain is gearing up for a prominent presence at Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) 2025, one of Asia’s largest gatherings for Web3 developers, investors, and enthusiasts. The event, which will be held in Seoul, promises to be a significant occasion for blockchain enthusiasts and industry stakeholders. BNB Chain’s Flagship Event: Hanok…

Crypto Institutional Adoption Faces Blockchain Bottleneck: Annabelle Huang

The next wave of institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies is emerging as established fintech firms begin building their own blockchains. Financial services app Robinhood recently announced that it is building its own layer-2 blockchain to support tokenized stocks and real-world assets, while Stripe followed with plans for Tempo, a payments-focused chain built with Paradigm. “That’s going to be the beginning of many others to come,” Annabelle Huang, co-founder of Altius Labs, told Cointelegraph in an interview. “The fintechs in Asia, Latin America and other emerging markets that have looked into this…

Stellar (XLM)’s Strategic Vision for Blockchain Privacy Advancement

Luisa Crawford Sep 16, 2025 20:52 Stellar (XLM) outlines its strategic approach to enhancing privacy on blockchain, focusing on research, infrastructure, and open-source solutions for enterprises and institutions. Stellar (XLM) is making significant strides in enhancing privacy within the blockchain ecosystem, focusing on a strategic approach that combines openness with compliance-ready solutions. According to Stellar, this initiative aims to provide enterprises and institutions with configurable privacy options, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements while maintaining transparency. Supporting Research and Innovation The Stellar Development…