Author: Kryptonews

On May 12, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs rejected three crypto-friendly bills, Senate Bills 1373, 1024, and 1095.The bills aimed to expand the government’s role in digital asset adoption while opposing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs).At the same time, the governor signed a new law, House Bill 2387, that introduces tighter rules for crypto ATM operations in the state.The moves reflect the governor’s cautious approach to integrating digital assets into the state’s regulatory landscape.Why Hobbs blocked the pro-crypto measuresSenate Bill 1373, which proposed using confiscated digital assets to fund a reserve account, was rejected over concerns about exposing state finances to…

Dubai, UAE – May 2025 — TheBlock., the International Chamber of Virtual Assets, has announced a strategic partnership with Cointelegraph, the world’s leading Web3 media platform. The collaboration brings together two major players in the blockchain and virtual asset space, with the shared goal of amplifying the global adoption of tokenisation, advancing regulatory dialogue, and supporting builders entering the MENA region.The agreement, signed during Token2049 Dubai, highlights Cointelegraph’s growing collaboration with key players in the UAE. This new partnership will foster deeper collaboration and mutual support across TheBlock’s ecosystem.As part of the collaboration, Cointelegraph will set up a presence at…

Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko proposed a new data availability (DA) solution to improve persistent fragmentation and lack of interoperability across blockchain networks.In a May 12 post on X, Yakovenko proposed a “meta blockchain” to aggregate and order data posted across multiple layer-1 chains, including Ethereum, Celestia and Solana.“This would actually allow the meta chain to use the cheapest currently available DA offer,” Yakovenko said. Data availability layers are third-party solutions ensuring that blockchains have the necessary data to validate transactions.Source: Anatoly YakovenkoBlockchain interoperability is one of the most pressing issues for Web3 developers, since today’s siloed layer-1 (L1) blockchain…

Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko proposed a new data availability (DA) solution to improve persistent fragmentation and lack of interoperability across blockchain networks.In a May 12 post on X, Yakovenko proposed a “meta blockchain” to aggregate and order data posted across multiple layer-1 chains, including Ethereum, Celestia and Solana.“This would actually allow the meta chain to use the cheapest currently available DA offer,” Yakovenko said. Data availability layers are third-party solutions ensuring that blockchains have the necessary data to validate transactions.Source: Anatoly YakovenkoBlockchain interoperability is one of the most pressing issues for Web3 developers, since today’s siloed layer-1 (L1) blockchain…

Willemstad, Curaçao, April 10th, 2025/Chainwire/–Whale.io has officially launched its highly anticipated NFT bridge, seamlessly transporting the iconic Whale NFT collection from the TON blockchain to the Solana blockchain. The migration is now live on bridgemedaddy.com a dedicated domain facilitating the cross-chain transfer. Now listed on Magic Eden, one of the largest NFT marketplaces on Solana, Whale.io introduces its collection to a new blockchain environment, maintaining features such as zero gas fees and a range of rarity traits.A New Home on Solana with Magic Eden The Whale NFT collection, a standout success on TON, is now swimming into Solana’s vibrant waters,…

Tron has officially surpassed Ethereum in total circulating USDT, marking a major shift in the stablecoin space. According to a May 12 post by CryptoQuant contributor Maartunn, on May 6, Tron’s (TRX) USDT supply reached $73.8 billion, exceeding Ethereum’s (ETH) $71.9 billion. Tron is now leading in USDT issuance for the first time after almost two years of steady growth, propelled by cheap fees, quick settlement times, and a stable network. TRON $73.8B USDT Supply Overtakes Ethereum’s USDT Supply“For the first time ever, the total supply of USDT on TRON (TRC-20) surged past that on Ethereum (ERC-20), reaching $73.8B versus…

TL;DR What goes up must come down, right? Well, that’s certainly true for Pi Network’s native token, which crashed hard in the past several hours. Nevertheless, some analysts remain optimistic, indicating that this is just the necessary correction before another massive leg up that can take it above $2. The cryptocurrency market rarely remains boring for long, as there’s always some altcoin that waits to produce massive price volatility. In the past week, that honor belongs to Pi Network’s cryptocurrency. PI stood within a consolidation range at around $0.6 up until the end of the previous business week, when the…

On X, viral posts have labeled Thomas J. Price’s sculpture Grounded in the Stars (2023), a 12-foot-tall statue of a Black woman now on view in Times Square, a sign of a “very sick society” and a harbinger of the “death of civilization.” But online rants are one thing and real-world responses yet another, and so, earlier today, I ventured over to Times Square myself to observe how tourists interacted with the sculpture, located not far from the TKTS booth. The reactions in person were just as confusing and dispiriting as what I had encountered online, acting as proof that…

H2: The Power of Trend & Innovation Focused Approaches In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, staying ahead requires a commitment to trend awareness and continuous innovation. Companies that prioritize these elements don’t just keep up—they lead the way, shaping industries and capturing market share. By actively monitoring emerging trends, experimenting with new technologies, and fostering a culture of fresh ideas, organizations position themselves for long-term success. H2: Understanding Trends in Business & Technology Recognizing and capitalizing on market trends is a competitive advantage. Trends may emerge from shifts in consumer behavior, advancements in technology (like AI, blockchain, or the metaverse),…

NEO (NEO): An Open Network for Smart Economy NEO QUICK STATS TYPE:Platform CREATION DATE:February, 2014 DEVELOPMENT STAGE:Full Release CURRENT SUPPLY:65,000,000 TOTAL SUPPLY:100,000,000 ALGORITHM:SHA256 / RIPEMD-160 PROOF TYPE:PoS BLOCK TARGET:15-20 seconds The 9th largest cryptocurrency, with a total market capitalization of over 3 billion USD, NEO payment processing is available through CoinPayments. Since NEO rebranded from Antshares (ANT) in 2017, it has quickly gained momentum as China’s leading smart contracts platform. A currency inevitably compared to the Ethereum blockchain for their similarities, Neo and Ethereum are both open source, Turing complete platforms specifically designed to host smart contracts, initial coin offerings…