Opinion

Morning Minute: The US Just Put GDP On-Chain

Morning Minute is a daily newsletter written by Tyler Warner. The analysis and opinions expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Decrypt. Subscribe to the Morning Minute on Substack.GM!Today’s top news: Crypto majors deep red down 3-6% ahead of PCE; BTC at $110,000 U.S. Commerce Dept begins publishing GDP data to blockchain with…

Law and Order

Philippine Senator Suggests Putting National Budget On-chain

In brief Senator Bam Aquino called for budget transactions to be recorded on-chain. A formal bill proposing the measure is yet to be filed. Blockchain solutions aren’t “a silver bullet against corruption,” a local blockchain infrastructure firm told Decrypt. Philippine Senator Bam Aquino wants the country’s national budget placed on a blockchain platform, a move…

Business

‘Know Your Issuer’: This Tech Combats Counterfeit Coins, Starting With USDC and PYUSD

In brief Blueprynt’s pilot program for “Know Your Issuer” tapped USDC and PYUSD. The solution is aimed at stifling counterfeit cryptocurrencies. The pilot comes amid new guidance for banks and safeguarding crypto. Bluprynt recently completed a pilot project aimed at stifling counterfeit cryptocurrencies, integrating a “Know Your Issuer” framework into stablecoins from Circle and PayPal,…

Gaming

Crypto Game Crashouts: The Biggest Shutdowns So Far in 2025

In brief Crypto gaming has experienced a growing trend of games and studios shutting down. Game creators are struggling to find funding to complete development, among other commonly cited issues. Once-promising blockchain games like Deadrop, Nyan Heroes, Ember Sword, and Pirate Nation top the list. While crypto gaming has long been seen as a key…

Markets

Here’s What to Expect From Bitcoin in September as Network Activity Slows

In brief On-chain data shows a 13% drop in adjusted transfer volume, signaling weaker demand. Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw continued outflows, adding to macro-driven selling pressure. September has averaged negative returns for Bitcoin, compounding cautious sentiment. Bitcoin’s bounce on Tuesday may offer a brief respite for investors, but experts are warning that a deeper “cooling-off…