On March 5, 2025, Trezor, a leading hardware wallet provider, publicly disclosed a security vulnerability in its Safe 3 wallets. The issue, initially flagged by security researchers at Ledger Donjon, relates to the wallet’s microcontroller, which is susceptible to voltage glitching attacks. This type of exploit could potentially allow attackers to extract private keys or
Patrick Adeka
Patrick holds a graduate degree in Life Sciences and discovered Bitcoin and crypto in 2018. With a strong analytical background, he has worked with and advised multiple projects in DeFi and real-world NFT applications. Passionate about blockchain innovation, he provides valuable perspectives on decentralized finance and asset tokenization, shedding light on emerging opportunities in the space.
A U.S. bankruptcy court has granted liquidators of defunct hedge fund Three Arrows Capital (3AC) permission to expand their claim against the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX to $1.53 billion. The ruling, issued by Judge John T. Dorsey of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, comes after 3AC’s liquidators argued that delays in
U.S. Court Approves 3AC’s $1.5B Claim Expansion Against FTX
In a move poised to reshape the stablecoin payments landscape, MoonPay, a leading cryptocurrency payments company, has acquired Iron, an API-focused stablecoin infrastructure platform, for a reported $100 million. This acquisition aims to bolster MoonPay’s enterprise offerings, enabling businesses to accept stablecoin payments, manage multi-currency treasuries, and facilitate instant cross-border transactions. Iron’s technology provides enterprises
MoonPay Acquires Stablecoin Firm Iron in $100M Deal
Aave Labs has unveiled Horizon, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at accelerating institutional adoption of decentralized finance (DeFi) by integrating real-world assets (RWA) into blockchain lending. The initiative marks a significant evolution in DeFi, as it seeks to attract institutional investors looking for structured digital asset exposure while leveraging the efficiency and transparency of decentralized finance.
Aave Introduces ‘Horizon’ to Bridge Traditional Finance and DeFi Through Tokenized Assets
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee has taken a significant step toward stablecoin regulation, voting 18-6 to advance the GENIUS Act (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins). Introduced by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) in February, the bill seeks to establish a clear regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers, determining when they fall under state or
Senate Banking Committee Advances Stablecoin Bill with Strong Bipartisan Support
Binance CEO Richard Teng believes President Donald Trump’s pro-crypto stance could set off a global regulatory shift, prompting governments worldwide to adopt friendlier policies toward the cryptocurrency industry. Speaking at CONVERGE LIVE in Singapore, Teng emphasized that the U.S. embracing crypto will likely encourage other countries to follow suit as they seek to remain competitive
Binance CEO: Trump’s Policies Ushering in a ‘Golden Era’ for Cryptocurrency
President Donald Trump has intensified the global trade conflict, warning of additional tariffs on European Union (EU) goods just hours after imposing 25% duties on all U.S. steel and aluminum imports. The escalating tensions come amid retaliatory measures from the EU and Canada, raising concerns about economic instability and potential market fallout. During a meeting
Trump Threatens Escalation in Trade War Amid EU and Canadian Retaliation
After nearly three years of legal proceedings, Token Metrics CEO Ian Balina announced that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to dismiss its case against him. The lawsuit, which began in September 2022, accused Balina of violating U.S. securities laws by failing to disclose compensation while promoting the Sparkster (SPRK) initial coin
SEC Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Token Metrics CEO Ian Balina
Ripple, a leading blockchain-based payment provider, has received full regulatory approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), allowing it to offer cross-border crypto payment services in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This milestone marks a significant step in Ripple’s ongoing expansion in the Middle East, a region that has rapidly embraced blockchain technology and
Ripple Gains Full Regulatory Approval in Dubai, Expanding Crypto Payment Services
Mentions of blockchain-related terms in filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reached an all-time high in February 2025, with over 5,000 recorded keyword mentions in the agency’s EDGAR database. This continued the upward trajectory since mid-2023, signaling growing mainstream adoption of blockchain technology across multiple industries. The surge in blockchain-related filings comes
Blockchain Mentions in SEC Filings Reach Record High in February
Despite recent progress in acknowledging spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will unlikely approve any new crypto ETFs until its leadership transition is complete. Analysts suggest that the agency is deliberately postponing decisions on XRP, Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Litecoin (LTC) ETFs until a new chair is
SEC Expected to Delay Altcoin ETF Approvals Until New Chair Takes Office
Nebraska has officially become the latest U.S. state to introduce regulatory oversight for cryptocurrency ATMs, following the passage of the Controllable Electronic Record Fraud Prevention Act. Governor Jim Pillen signed the bill into law on March 11, 2025, signaling the state’s commitment to fostering a safe and regulated environment for digital asset transactions. The legislation,