Everything web3, crypto, defi, degen
In brief Tech giants like Google and Amazon are betting on AI agents, and Ethereum developers believe their blockchain is uniquely positioned to power this new machine economy. Ethereum core developer Davide Crapis has proposed ERC-8004, a standard for AI agents to discover, verify, and transact with one another. Supporters argue Ethereum’s payment rails, digital…
In brief Eric Trump said this week that he expects Bitcoin to reach a price of $1 million in the future. President Trump’s son highlighted the major demand and limited supply for the top crypto asset. He told listeners that buying now will age terrifically in the next five years. Eric Trump thinks Bitcoin reaching…
In brief The SEC is mulling 90 applications for crypto ETFs, many focused on XRP, Solana, and other top altcoins. Many of the funds are expected to be approved this year, according to industry experts. Some will likely be shuttered due to lackluster inflows, a crypto startup CEO told Decrypt. There is a growing stack…
In brief Eric Trump told the Bitcoin Asia conference that Bitcoin marks the first time finance has “no disparity” between socioeconomic classes. Trump also spoke of sovereign wealth funds, Fortune 500 companies, and nation states driving adoption. His remarks highlight a tension between Bitcoin’s populist narrative and elite accumulation, observers told Decrypt. Speaking at the…
In brief Pudgy Penguins and Mythical Games collaborated to develop Pudgy Party, a new Web3 mobile game. The game falls in the party genre, offering fast-paced mini-games for players similar to Fall Guys or Stumble Guys. Pudgy Penguins CEO Luca Netz has high expectations, aiming for tens of millions of downloads. Ethereum NFT brand Pudgy…
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…
In brief A hacking syndicate allegedly stole $28.1 million (₩39 billion) from financial and crypto accounts of 258 wealthy Koreans, including celebrities and top business executives. The largest single crypto theft reached $15.4 million (₩21.3 billion), though authorities haven’t specified what portion of the total losses was in crypto. The case exposes systematic vulnerabilities in…
In brief Stablecoin giant Tether is bringing USDT to the Bitcoin network. Users will be able to spend their stablecoins on Bitcoin’s network via the RGB protocol. Tether says it wants Bitcoin to be “everyday money.” Stablecoin giant Tether is pushing further into the Bitcoin ecosystem, announcing on Thursday that it would make its USDT…
In brief Extreme heat acts like a lifestyle toxin, accelerating aging by 8–11 days per degree of exposure—with outdoor workers aging up to 33 days faster under the same conditions. Researchers found that heat shortens telomeres and strains the liver, lungs, kidneys, and heart, compounding long-term disease risks. Cooling strategies, hydration, and water-based exercise can…
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…
