Ethereum Prepares Mainnet Launch of AI Agent Economy Standard
Ethereum is set to activate ERC-8004 on mainnet, introducing a standardized framework that allows AI agents to operate as economic actors across decentralized networks.
Zero-Knowledge Applications (zkApps) - Page 9
Zero-knowledge applications (zkApps) are blockchain-based programs that use zero-knowledge proofs to validate computation and data without revealing the underlying information. They allow users or applications to prove that certain conditions are met while keeping inputs private. zkApps typically perform complex logic off-chain and submit cryptographic proofs to the blockchain for verification. This approach reduces on-chain data requirements and improves efficiency. zkApps are commonly used to enhance privacy, scalability, and security in decentralized systems.
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Miden has signed an agreement with Korea Digital Asset to develop privacy-preserving, compliant infrastructure as South Korea expands access for institutional crypto adoption.
Animoca Brands Japan and RootstockLabs Target Bitcoin DeFi Adoption among Japanese Institutions
Animoca Brands Japan has partnered with RootstockLabs to introduce Bitcoin-native DeFi tools to Japanese corporations, focusing on regulated treasury management use cases.
UBS Explores Crypto Trading for Private Banking Clients
UBS is reportedly considering allowing its wealthiest clients to trade Bitcoin and Ether, signaling a potential expansion of crypto offerings in private banking.
Superstate Raises $82.5M to Build Blockchain-Based IPO Issuance Platform
Superstate raised $82.5 million in a Series B round to expand its onchain platform for issuing and trading SEC-registered equities, signaling growing institutional confidence in blockchain-based…
Trump Media Sets Record Date for Shareholder Digital Token Initiative
Trump Media named February 2, 2026, as the record date for shareholders eligible to receive digital tokens tied to its latest blockchain initiative, developed with Crypto.com.
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…
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.
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.