Ethereum developers have decided to remove the EVM Object Format (EOF) from the Fusaka network upgrade. This decision was made after community pushback and concerns regarding technical uncertainties. Tim Beiko, a lead at the Ethereum Foundation, confirmed the removal during a recent developers’ meeting. The change reflects the influence of community sentiment on development decisions within the Ethereum ecosystem.
Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX has announced the introduction of commission-free Bitcoin spot trading. This promotion will remain in effect until the price of Bitcoin hits $100,000. The move aims to attract more users to the platform and increase trading activity within the Bitcoin market.
Digital souvenirs, primarily NFTs, are transforming how we collect and own memories. Built on blockchain technology using smart contracts and standards like ERC-721, they offer unique ownership, provenance, and security. Benefits include global accessibility, liquidity, and programmability. Examples like NBA Top Shot and Hadestown collectibles demonstrate their potential. The article explores the future of these digital assets and their integration with experiences.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a dramatic turnaround, attracting over $3 billion in net inflows between April 21st and 25th. This surge in institutional investment marks a significant shift from previous weeks’ sluggish demand. The increased interest in Bitcoin ETFs is directly correlated with a recent price breakout, signaling growing confidence in the cryptocurrency market and potentially leading to record-breaking investment flows in 2025.
ProShares’ planned XRP futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will not launch on April 30th, according to a statement from Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart. While the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the ETFs, a confirmed launch date is still pending. The article clarifies that despite the approval, the products will not be available for trading as previously anticipated, leaving investors awaiting further announcements.
TRON DAO is the Platinum Sponsor of the Harvard Blockchain Conference 2025, organized by the Harvard Undergraduate Blockchain Club. The conference brought together 350 participants, including students and industry professionals. This sponsorship highlights TRON DAO’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the development of future leaders in the blockchain and AI sectors. The event provided a platform for networking and exploring advancements within the rapidly evolving digital asset space.
Standard Chartered predicts Bitcoin could reach $120,000 in the second quarter of 2025. The forecast, released by the bank’s head of digital assets research, Geoffrey Kendrick, suggests the increase will be driven by asset reallocations and shifts in investment flows.
Coinbase Asset Management is launching the Coinbase Bitcoin Yield Fund (CBYF) on May 1st. The fund targets institutional investors globally and aims for annual net returns between 4% and 8% through a conservative investment strategy. This new offering provides institutional investors access to Bitcoin-based yield opportunities within a regulated framework.
Tether’s tokenized gold product, XAUT, has reached a record backing of over 7.7 tons of gold, according to its first official attestation. With a market capitalization of $770 million, the token is priced at $3,123.57. This surge coincides with increased global demand for safe-haven assets, reflecting investor interest in gold as a store of value.
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, met with World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto project, in Abu Dhabi. The meeting involved WLFI founders and focused on the project’s international expansion plans. The post highlights the collaboration between Zhao and WLFI, indicating a strategic discussion on crypto market growth.