Metaplanet, a Japanese investment firm, has added 156 bitcoin (BTC) to its holdings, spending approximately $13.4 million at an average price of $85,890 per BTC. The announcement was made on March 3, 2025, by CEO Simon Gerovich via X. "Metaplanet has acquired 156 BTC for ~$13.4 million at ~$85,890 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC…

Popular blockchain firm, Cronos, has launched a new service allowing users to withdraw funds directly to a prepaid card, streamlining the process of converting cryptocurrency to fiat.  Notably, the feature, developed in partnership with Crypto.com, is aimed at enhancing the accessibility of decentralized finance (DeFi) in everyday transactions. By linking their Web3 non-custodial wallets on…

Consensys and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have reached an agreement in principle to dismiss the agency’s enforcement case against the blockchain software firm, according to statements from Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin.  The case, which targeted MetaMask’s staking service, is pending formal approval by the SEC Commission. The lawsuit, filed in June 2024…

A new free co-working space aimed at advancing Bitcoin innovation and adoption has opened in Tysons Corner, Virginia. Hosted by the world’s first Bitcoin treasury company, the Strategy Bitcoin Hub offers workspace, networking opportunities, and amenities to Bitcoin-focused professionals. Notably, the hub provides an open-office environment where Bitcoin enthusiasts, startups, and companies can collaborate. Participants…

In a February 26 statement on X, Safe{Wallet} confirmed that the recent attack on Bybit was executed by the Lazarus Group, a North Korean state-sponsored hacking organization.  Significantly, the breach was facilitated through a compromised Safe{Wallet} developer machine, allowing the attackers to propose a malicious transaction affecting an account operated by Bybit. https://t.co/9zhPMCmGbB — Safe.eth…

Phantom, a popular crypto wallet service provider, has acquired blockchain data platform SimpleHash, marking its third acquisition in eight months.  Notably, the move aims to improve the accuracy and performance of token data for Phantom users, enhancing their experience in tracking digital assets. SimpleHash is known for its real-time blockchain insights and supports over 80…

Bybit co-founder and CEO Ben Zhou has announced the launch of Lazarus Bounty, an initiative aimed at tracking and freezing funds linked to the North Korean hacker group Lazarus after its $1.5B attack on the exchange company. Notably, the Lazarus bounty platform introduces a transparent and community-driven approach to combating cryptocurrency-related money laundering. For context,…

Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has officially registered with Indian authorities, allowing it to resume full operations in the country, as stated in a February 25 announcement.  Notably, existing Indian users can now access all Bybit services, including trading and other platform features, while new user onboarding will gradually commence. Bybit had temporarily halted some services as…

Certora has announced the open-sourcing of its Certora Prover, a formal verification engine designed to enhance smart contract security on Ethereum (EVM), Solana (sBPF), and Stellar (WASM).  By making this tool freely available, Certora aims to improve security accessibility across the Web3 ecosystem. The Certora Prover has been developed over seven years and has played…

Foresight Ventures, a leading global crypto-focused venture capital firm, has announced a commitment of up to $25 million to support live projects on BNB Chain through the BNB Incubation Alliance (BIA) in 2025.  Notably, this collaboration aims to foster innovation and empower early-stage blockchain initiatives by providing strategic resources and mentorship. The BNB Incubation Alliance,…