Pump.fun Launches Investment Arm with $3M Fund
Memecoin launchpad Pump.fun is expanding beyond token launches with the creation of Pump Fund, an investment arm that will back up to 12 early-stage projects through…
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Smart contracts are self-executing programs stored on a blockchain that automatically run when predefined conditions are met. They remove the need for intermediaries by enforcing rules and agreements directly through code. Once deployed, smart contracts operate transparently and cannot be easily altered. They are widely used in DeFi platforms, NFT marketplaces, and decentralized applications. By enabling trustless automation, smart contracts significantly expand what blockchains can do beyond simple transactions.
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Bitcoin Hits $0 on Paradex as Glitch Triggers Mass Liquidations
A database migration error on Paradex’s perps exchange caused Bitcoin to show $0, prompting a liquidation cascade and requiring a chain rollback to restore normal operations.
Bermuda Partners with Coinbase and Circle for Fully Onchain Economy
Bermuda is launching a pilot program to create a fully onchain economy in partnership with Coinbase and Circle, focusing on stablecoin payments and digital infrastructure.
DeFi Leaders Raise Concerns as US Market Structure Bill Faces Delay
Decentralized finance leaders are urging lawmakers to revise the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act as uncertainty grows around its path through the US Senate.
Ethereum Network Activity Surges as New Users Double
Ethereum network engagement has accelerated sharply, with new user activity nearly doubling and daily transactions reaching record highs.
BitMine Invests $200 Million in MrBeast’s Beast Industries
BitMine Immersion Technologies announces a $200 million equity investment in MrBeast's Beast Industries, expanding its institutional crypto strategy into media and consumer products.
Former Digital Yuan Architect Accused in Crypto Bribery Case
Chinese authorities accuse former digital yuan architect Yao Qian of accepting more than $8 million in cryptocurrency bribes, exposing governance risks at the intersection of blockchain…
Solana Mobile Confirms 1.8B SKR Airdrop for Seeker Users
Solana Mobile has confirmed a 1.8 billion SKR token airdrop for Seeker smartphone users and developers, marking a major step in expanding its onchain mobile ecosystem.
BVNK to Power Stablecoin Infrastructure for Visa Direct Pilots
BVNK will provide stablecoin infrastructure for Visa Direct pilot programs, enabling select clients to fund and receive payouts using stablecoins across approved markets.
CFTC Launches Innovation Committee to Shape Crypto and AI Oversight
The US commodities regulator is forming a new advisory body to guide oversight of crypto, artificial intelligence, and emerging market infrastructure, signaling a more industry-inclusive regulatory…