Category: Blockchain

Sui Foundation Launches SuiHub Taipei to Propel Blockchain Innovation

Jessie A Ellis Aug 22, 2025 09:11 Sui Foundation introduces SuiHub Taipei, aiming to boost blockchain development in Asia’s tech ecosystem with a focus on digital ownership, gaming, and community initiatives. Sui Foundation has announced the opening of SuiHub Taipei, a strategic addition to its global network of community hubs dedicated to fostering blockchain and hardware innovation. Taipei is the fifth city to join this expanding network, following the establishment of hubs in Dubai, Ho Chi Minh City, Athens, and Lagos, according…

Sui Blockchain Hosts XAUm Tokenized Gold Amid Rising Institutional Interest

Rongchai Wang Aug 22, 2025 07:41 Matrixdock’s XAUm token, backed by 99.99% pure gold, launches on Sui, marking a first for non-EVM chains and expanding DeFi integration. Matrixdock, a leading platform in Asia for tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs), has launched its flagship XAUm token on the Sui blockchain. This marks the first instance of XAUm being issued on a non-Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chain, according to the Sui Foundation. XAUm: A New Era of Gold Tokenization XAUm, which is backed 1:1 by…

Tezos’ Evolution: A Journey Through 18 Cities and Their Impact on Blockchain

Felix Pinkston Aug 22, 2025 07:22 Explore Tezos’ transformation through its journey across 18 cities, each contributing to its evolution into a fast, secure, and adaptable blockchain network. Tezos, a prominent blockchain network, has embarked on an extensive journey through 18 cities, each playing a pivotal role in its evolution. This ambitious tour, detailed by Tezzard #1650, highlights the significant protocol upgrades that have shaped Tezos into a dynamic and adaptable network. Athens to Rio: The Milestones The journey began in Athens…

Age Verification Has Made A Colossal Misstep, And Blockchain Needs To Get Involved

Opinion by: Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki, CEO of Concordium The recent push to protect minors when it comes to adult content has been much needed. Having now taken effect in the UK, this ongoing movement is not slowing down, with other European markets and the US facing the same restrictions.  As websites have instituted age verification software, however, problems have arisen. To avoid age verification, users either try to avoid the process or look for a less compliant provider. In either case, people are not adopting this new process, meaning minors are…

New Nonprofit Aims to Shape Washington’s View on Blockchain & AI

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure A new nonprofit backed by some of the most prominent players in the crypto asset space has launched with the goal of improving how US lawmakers engage with emerging technologies. The American Innovation Project (AIP), supported by Coinbase, Uniswap Labs, Kraken, Paradigm, and the Digital Currency Group (DCG), officially began operations this week. The organization was formed to serve as a conduit between policymakers and the technology industry at a time when regulation of digital assets and…

Blockchain Native Protocols Get Creative in Crypto Treasury Arms Race

The race to build crypto treasuries is accelerating. Alongside high-profile ventures raising billions, blockchain native protocols themselves are exploring new ways to lock value into their ecosystems, and in some cases, even reimagine what a treasury can do. On Aug. 7, the Chainlink network announced its own reserve, designed to accumulate the protocol’s native token Chainlink (LINK) collected from both onchain service fees and offchain enterprise revenue, creating a direct link between Chainlink’s business activity and long-term token demand. Since then, the protocol has made two deposits to its newly…

Circle (CRCL) Acquires Malachite To Fuel Development Of New Arc Blockchain

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, has recently made headlines with its public debut on NASDAQ under the ticker CRCL. This move is part of a broader strategy that includes the development of a public blockchain specifically designed for stablecoin transactions, known as the Arc Blockchain.  Malachite Integration For Arc Blockchain The company announced on Monday that it has acquired Malachite, a consensus engine that will reportedly play a crucial role in supporting the launch of…

Debunking Blockchain Privacy Myths: Insights and Realities

Terrill Dicki Aug 19, 2025 10:00 Explore common misconceptions about blockchain privacy and the technological advancements addressing these challenges, according to a16z crypto. Discover how privacy-preserving technologies are reshaping the blockchain landscape. Blockchain technology has often been at the center of debates concerning privacy and transparency. While some argue that blockchains offer excessive transparency, others fear they provide cover for illicit activities. However, the reality is more nuanced, involving a balance between privacy and security through innovative technologies, according to a16z crypto.…

Glassnode MCP Server: A New Era of Blockchain Analytics

Rongchai Wang Aug 19, 2025 08:26 Glassnode’s MCP Server, now in beta, integrates institutional-grade blockchain analytics into AI workflows, supporting over 1,700 assets and 900 metrics. Discover its capabilities and free access features. Glassnode has introduced its Model Context Protocol (MCP) server, a robust tool that integrates institutional-grade blockchain analytics into artificial intelligence workflows. This innovative server, currently in beta, supports over 1,700 digital assets and more than 900 metrics, allowing users to discover, retrieve, and analyze on-chain data seamlessly through a…

Blockchain Integration: A New Era for Traditional Finance

Terrill Dicki Aug 19, 2025 03:22 Exploring blockchain’s potential as core infrastructure in traditional finance, while examining key industry movements from Circle and Stripe in payment systems. Blockchain as Essential Infrastructure for TradFi In an evolving financial landscape, the integration of blockchain technology into traditional finance (TradFi) is increasingly seen as essential, according to a report by a16z crypto. As blockchain technology matures, its role in enhancing transparency, security, and efficiency in financial operations is becoming undeniable. Financial institutions are gradually recognizing…