DeFi

DeFi eliminates intermediaries by using smart contracts on blockchains to provide financial services like lending, borrowing, and trading. In 2026, the "DeFi 3.0" era is defined by Institutional DeFi and the integration of Real-World Assets (RWA). From liquidity provisioning on Uniswap to advanced lending on Aave, this tag tracks the evolution of autonomous financial systems, yield optimization, and the rise of AI-driven portfolio management in the decentralized economy.

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Created: 2026/02/02 18:52
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Alphabet pushes on mining

Alphabet pushes on mining

The post Alphabet pushes on mining appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Update: August 2025 — Alphabet has extended the financial backstop related to the expansion of the Lake Mariner data center campus to approximately 3.2 billion dollars and, in return, has obtained warrants on TeraWulf shares which, if exercised, would bring the potential stake to around 14%. The announcement was officially published on August 18, 2025, in TeraWulf’s corporate press release and reported by the national financial press. TeraWulf Investor Relations and market coverage on CNBC confirm the key terms. In this context, the setting remains clearly financial and not operational. According to the data collected by the research office and official communications, the additional tranche of about 1.4 billion dollars was formalized on August 18, 2025. Industry analysts note that the combination of backstop and warrant is a recurring solution for big tech companies that want to gain strategic exposure without directly holding digital assets. We have verified the key figures in corporate documents and major publications to ensure the numerical accuracy reported in this article. What the agreement provides: backstop, warrant, and Lake Mariner campus In detail, the Google division of Alphabet has agreed to support debt financing for the expansion of the Lake Mariner campus – in the western area of New York, near Buffalo – necessary to build new data centers. It should be noted that, according to market indications and as reported by Marketscreener, the latest tranche of the backstop amounts to about 1.4 billion dollars, bringing the total commitment close to 3.2 billion dollars. Simultaneously, the issuance of warrants for approximately 32.5 million shares of TeraWulf is planned. If these instruments were fully exercised, the cumulative participation would be around 14%. An interesting aspect is that Alphabet thus gains a potential entry into equity linked to the performance of the miner, avoiding the immediate deployment…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
Bitwise Files S-1 Statement For Chainlink ETF, LINK Recovery Path Defined?

Bitwise Files S-1 Statement For Chainlink ETF, LINK Recovery Path Defined?

The post Bitwise Files S-1 Statement For Chainlink ETF, LINK Recovery Path Defined? appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Insights: Bitwise filed an S-1 with the SEC for a Chainlink ETF to complement its crypto ETF push. The ETF would hold LINK directly with custody managed by Coinbase. Analysts’ price forecasts pointed toward $100 in the long term. Bitwise Asset Management has filed an S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch a Chainlink ETF. The filing marked one of the first attempts to bring regulated exposure to an oracle network’s native token. Analysts and commentators, including Eric Balchunas, noted the move as a potential milestone for both the asset and the wider crypto market. Bitwise Seeks Approval for Chainlink ETF Bitwise submitted the application to the SEC under the Securities Act of 1933. The proposed product was listed as the “Bitwise Chainlink ETF.” The filing showed Delaware as the state of incorporation and named Coinbase Custody Trust Company as custodian. Notably, if approved, the ETF would hold Chainlink’s native token, LINK, directly. It would not use leverage or derivatives, but instead track the CME CF Chainlink-Dollar Reference Rate. The net asset value would be updated once daily, while intraday values would refresh every 15 seconds to reflect real-time prices. Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, shared the development on social media, highlighting the importance of Bitwise’s decision. The Bitwise Chainlink ETF | Source: Eric Balchunas The firm has a track record of filing for single-token ETFs and diversified indexes, with past applications covering assets such as Solana, XRP, and NEAR. Adding Chainlink, known for its high whale activity, to the list showed a broadening strategy aimed at providing investors with more regulated ways to access digital tokens. The filing came during a period of shifting regulations marked by an earlier approval of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. This precedent is…

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Hemi Secures $15 Million to Unlock a New Era of Programmable Bitcoin

Hemi Secures $15 Million to Unlock a New Era of Programmable Bitcoin

TLDR Hemi raises $15M to fuse Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum’s programmability. $30M total funding pushes Hemi to lead DeFi’s future on Bitcoin rails. HEMI token to launch soon, fueling secure and seamless Bitcoin DeFi. Hemi’s hVM bridges BTC & ETH—DeFi building just got a whole lot easier. Backed by giants, Hemi’s growth fuels Bitcoin’s evolution [...] The post Hemi Secures $15 Million to Unlock a New Era of Programmable Bitcoin appeared first on CoinCentral.

Author: Coincentral
MoonBull Whitelist Almost Full as Shiba Inu Slips and Turbo Stirs – Could It Be the Best Crypto to Watch in 2025?

MoonBull Whitelist Almost Full as Shiba Inu Slips and Turbo Stirs – Could It Be the Best Crypto to Watch in 2025?

Looking for the best crypto to watch in 2025? Investors and crypto enthusiasts are turning their attention to emerging meme […] The post MoonBull Whitelist Almost Full as Shiba Inu Slips and Turbo Stirs – Could It Be the Best Crypto to Watch in 2025? appeared first on Coindoo.

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USDT vs USDC – Stablecoin Comparison for Safety and Reliability

USDT vs USDC – Stablecoin Comparison for Safety and Reliability

The post USDT vs USDC – Stablecoin Comparison for Safety and Reliability appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Crypto News Compare USDT and USDC to see which stablecoin is safer for your money. Learn about liquidity, transparency, and regulatory backing to decide the best option. In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, stablecoins play a critical role as anchors of stability. By tying their value to the U.S. dollar, they allow investors to protect against the sharp swings seen in assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Among the many stablecoins available today, two remain the dominant players: Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC). Both target a 1:1 peg with the dollar, but their approaches to regulation, transparency, and reserve management are vastly different. For investors, traders, and institutions, these differences can mean the distinction between liquidity dominance and long-term security. Tether (USDT): Liquidity King with Lingering Questions Since its launch in 2014, Tether has cemented itself as the largest and most widely used stablecoin in the world. It powers billions in daily trading volume and is available on virtually every major exchange. For those who value liquidity and fast execution, USDT has been the go-to choice. But its history is not without controversy. Questions surrounding whether every USDT was properly backed by reserves have haunted the project for years. In 2021, Tether settled with the New York Attorney General’s office over claims of misleading disclosures about its holdings. While Tether now issues quarterly reports from an independent firm, critics highlight that these remain attestations, not full audits, and that its reserves mix includes more than just cash and U.S. Treasuries. USDT Pros: unmatched liquidity, global adoption, high volume. USDT Cons: less transparency, history of regulatory scrutiny. The Rise of MAGACOIN FINANCE While the stablecoin debate continues, many investors are looking beyond traditional plays toward high-upside altcoins. One name drawing attention is MAGACOIN FINANCE, now being positioned by analysts as one…

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Flagship Integrates With Virtuals Protocol to Launch FYI Token on Base Chain

Flagship Integrates With Virtuals Protocol to Launch FYI Token on Base Chain

The post Flagship Integrates With Virtuals Protocol to Launch FYI Token on Base Chain appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Flagship has launched its FYI token on Base chain through a FYI/VIRTUAL trading pair, as a prototype on the Virtuals Protocol. The integration aligns Flagship’s AI-driven trading platform with Virtuals’ growing ecosystem of agent-native tokens.  The company differentiates itself through its AI alpha agents, which identify cryptocurrency opportunities ahead of the curve by combining AI, social listening tools, and advanced analytics. “Between 28 May 2025 and 1 August 2025, Flagship’s AI trading agents published paper-trade calls that outperformed nearly every benchmark. Agent Joker (memes) signaled gains equivalent to +376%, Agent DeFi highlighted opportunities at +113%, Agent Base at +57%, and Agent Singularity at over +52%,” said Jorn VZ, CEO and co-founder of Flagship.  These results contrast sharply with muted performance across traditional assets: Bitcoin +6.29%, Nasdaq +10.58%, and Gold declining (-0.33%) over the same period. Flagship’s competitive edge lies in its AI trading personalities, each focused on distinct strategies. Agent Joker, for example, specializes in meme and social momentum plays, catching viral tokens such as $STUPID (+629%) before mainstream adoption. Agent DeFi highlights yield optimization and DeFi protocol plays, while Agent Singularity focuses on the AI-crypto intersection. Agent Base tracks projects and tokens native to Base chain. Unlike “black box” funds, Flagship emphasizes transparency through its Agent Terminal, where users can view decision logs, trade rationales, and watchlists in real time. This open design builds trust and makes its AI “Crypto Brain” accessible globally. Under the partnership, $FYI has launched on Uniswap with a FYI/VIRTUAL trading pair. This integration allows Virtuals users to acquire FYI directly within the Virtuals ecosystem while expanding liquidity through Uniswap’s established infrastructure. Over the past month, Virtuals has rolled out upgrades to expand liquidity access and improve integration for AI-native projects. Several tokens launched via Virtuals have performed strongly post-launch, contributing to growing interest in…

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TRON Goes Live on deBridge, Opening Native Bridges to 25 Blockchains

TRON Goes Live on deBridge, Opening Native Bridges to 25 Blockchains

deBridge announces TRON integration, enabling near-instant, MEV-protected transfers between TRON and 25 other blockchains for deeper cross-chain liquidity.

Author: Blockchainreporter
Trump Media focuses on the token of Crypto.com

Trump Media focuses on the token of Crypto.com

The post Trump Media focuses on the token of Crypto.com appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. An unprecedented news in crypto corporate finance sees Yorkville Acquisition Corp., Trump Media & Technology Group, and Crypto.com signing an agreement to establish a digital treasury focused on the CRO (Cronos) token. The operation, with a total value of approximately $6.42 billion between tokens, cash, warrants, and a line of credit, was announced as reported by GlobeNewswire and is also documented in filings on SEC EDGAR. The construction of a crypto reserve structured on a single asset marks a significant step in the integration between traditional finance and public networks; for updated market data, see the market cap value reported by CoinMarketCap on August 26, 2025. Key Numbers CRO Cronos Treasury Agreement: Structure and Objectives Financial Endowment and Components Financing Mechanisms: Backstop, Warrant, and Stability Quick Glossary Operations on Cronos: Dedicated Validator and CRO Token Staking Expected Impact on Cronos and CRO Token Price Digital Treasury Management: Asset, Governance, and Interoperability Operational Criteria Lock-up, Risks, and Regulatory Variables Main Risks Reactions and Market: Volumes, Sentiment, and Analysis Next Steps: Ticker, SEC, and Shareholder Documentation Conclusions: Why This Digital Treasury Matters Key Numbers $1 billion in CRO – corresponding to approximately 6,313,000,212 CRO – which, according to company materials, represents about 19% of the market cap at the time of the announcement (value calculated on market cap ~$5.3 billion reported on CoinMarketCap on 08/26/2025). $200 million in cash liquidity. $220 million from the mandatory exercise of warrants. $5 billion line of credit proposed by YA II PN, Ltd. (affiliate of Yorkville), intended for future operations. Reference Token: CRO (Cronos) – with a declared market cap around $5.3 billion on August 26, 2025, CoinMarketCap. According to data collected by our team of analysts between August 20 and 25, 2025, the announcement led to an average daily increase in trading volumes on centralized…

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Canary Capital Seeks SEC Nod for Spot Trump Coin ETF

Canary Capital Seeks SEC Nod for Spot Trump Coin ETF

The post Canary Capital Seeks SEC Nod for Spot Trump Coin ETF appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Canary Capital Group LLC has filed a Form S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission proposing the Canary Trump Coin ETF, a spot exchange-traded fund that would track the price of the Solana-based $TRUMP memecoin linked to President Donald Trump. The vehicle is designed to let investors gain exposure to the token through a traditional brokerage account rather than holding the cryptocurrency directly. The submission, dated 26 August, adds to a growing roster of crypto-linked ETF applications the SEC is reviewing in a more accommodating regulatory climate. Similar products tied to $TRUMP have already been proposed by Tuttle Capital as well as a partnership between Osprey Funds and Rex Shares. The filing follows the agency’s February guidance that memecoins are not securities, a position that has encouraged asset managers to expand offerings in the increasingly popular segment of Solana-based tokens. This is an AI-generated article powered by DeepNewz, curated by The Defiant. For more information, including article sources, visit DeepNewz. Source: https://thedefiant.io/news/tradfi-and-fintech/canary-capital-seeks-sec-nod-spot-trump-coin-etf-cfd058de

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How to Spot the Next 100x Altcoin Before the Crowd

How to Spot the Next 100x Altcoin Before the Crowd

The question that is on the mind of every crypto investor is always the same: which altcoin will provide the next 100x? In 2017, Ethereum answered that call. In this case, Solana and Avalanche demonstrated that it could be done again in 2021. As we look forward to the 2025-2026 cycle, which is already gaining […]

Author: Cryptopolitan