Tether (USD₮) Set to Launch on Aptos Blockchain

James Ding Aug 19, 2024 09:56 Tether announces the launch of its USD₮ tokens on the Aptos Blockchain, enhancing accessibility and utility with advanced technology. Tether Operations Limited (Tether), the leading company in the digital assets industry, has revealed plans to launch its USD-pegged Tether tokens (USD₮) on the Aptos Network. According to tether.io, this move is part of Tether’s broader strategy to enhance the accessibility and utility of digital currency by leveraging Aptos’ cutting-edge blockchain technology. Aptos Network’s Capabilities Aptos is…

Trump Organization to Launch a Cryptocurrency Initiative, Eric Trump Says: Report

Eric Trump, the son of former President Trump and executive vice president of the Trump Organization, teased the coming project in an interview with the Post, but declined to share any specific details, saying only that the “moment everything is final and ready to go” the crypto project will be publicly announced. He hinted that the project could involve “digital real estate,” suggesting that people may be able to lend or borrow funds through it. Source

FTM: Core Proposals Spark 16% Rally Ahead Of Sonic Mainnet Launch

Fantom’s migration to Sonic is now underway, putting the platform under the spotlight which caused FTM, the native token of Fantom, to jump. According to CoinGecko, FTM gained more than 17% since last week, representing the hype their network migration caused within the community.  Related Reading The new Sonic Labs is poised to continue Fantom’s legacy as four core proposals are now underway for the eventual release of the Sonic mainnet. If passed, the proposals will provide users and developers with a smooth transition to the Sonic network once D-day…

Token Terminal Forecasts BlackRock To Launch Its Own Blockchain Network – Details Inside

On-chain data platform Token Terminal has set the stage for a potential seismic shift in the crypto ecosystem. It predicts that $10 trillion asset management giant and exchange-traded fund (ETF) issuer BlackRock is preparing to unveil its blockchain platform.  BlackRock’s Crypto Masterplan Recent research by Token Terminal delves into BlackRock’s strategic entry into the crypto space, outlining the firm’s approach to the emerging digital asset class.  According to the platform’s findings, BlackRock has segmented the crypto asset class into three distinct categories: crypto assets, including Bitcoin, stablecoins, and Real World…

Pi Network mainnet launch progresses, yet risks persist

The much-awaited Pi Network mainnet launch progresses while Bitcoin forms a rare death cross pattern. Pi Network developers have been working diligently this year to ensure the blockchain moves from the enclosed mainnet to the public mainnet phase. In a recent post, they noted that they were progressing well with the Know Your Customer verification for customers. Over 13 million pioneers have passed the KYC process and 6 million have already migrated to the mainnet.  The network has reached over 13 million Pioneers who have passed KYC and over 6…

Year-End Launch of Bitcoin ETF Options Could Lead to Price Drops

Analysts and market observers anticipate that options trading for U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) could kick off before year-end. While there’s considerable buzz around these new investment avenues, the introduction of options trading might bring strategies that could temper bitcoin’s market price. Crypto ETF Options Likely by Q4 2024, But Bitcoin and Ether Prices […] Original

BlackRock seeks to launch options on Ethereum ETFs. What does this mean for the market?

Nasdaq and BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, are planning to start trading options on the spot Ethereum ETF. According to a filing posted on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s website, representatives of Nasdaq and BlackRock asked the regulator to allow trading options on the iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA), the only Ethereum-based ETF listed on the Nasdaq exchange. The published document proposes changing the rules for listing and trading options on the iShares Ethereum Trust. The exchange offers to expand the list of ETFs suitable for trading on the exchange in…

Ditobanx and ICP Hub Mexico Launch Initiative Promoting Cryptocurrency Use at Universities

Ditobanx and ICP Hub Mexico recently partnered to launch an initiative promoting the use of cryptocurrencies at Mexican universities. As part of this program, over 4,000 students received $5.42 (100 pesos) worth of Ckbtc, the so-called bitcoin twin, to use at campus cafes, restaurants, and copy shops. Boosting Cryptocurrency Usage at Mexican Universities Salvadoran fintech […] Source