Everything web3, crypto, defi, degen
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,…
In brief Rich Widmann, Google Cloud’s head of Web3 strategy, confirmed that the Universal Ledger is a layer-1 blockchain. The system uses Python for smart contracts, diverging from industry standards like Solidity and Rust. Analysts question Google’s neutrality as it competes with Stripe and Circle for institutional blockchain infrastructure. Over five months after Google Cloud…
In brief The CFTC will start using Nasdaq’s Market Surveillance platform to enhance its ability to detect fraud and market manipulation in crypto and production markets. The shift comes as lawmakers mull the CLARITY Act. A White House report recently recommended that the CFTC impose requirements on reporting market data for certain crypto firms. The…
In brief KuCoin says it will become the first global exchange to support Thailand’s G-Token program, beating other major exchanges to the punch. In May, Thailand approved the world’s first publicly offered tokenized government bond worth 5 billion baht (US$153 million). KuCoin says the G-Token initiative could serve as a template for other governments exploring…
In brief Cloudflare One now gives IT teams insight into employee usage of generative AI tools—such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini—via agentless API integrations and real-time prompt controls. The new features include a Shadow AI report that reveals all AI tools in use within an organization. Also included is AI Prompt Protection that can block…
In brief Apple is expected to debut the iPhone 17 lineup, including a new ultra-slim iPhone 17 Air, according to rumor sites. The Pro models may support reverse wireless charging, letting them top up AirPods or other devices. Expect upgrades a to AI-powered Siri, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro. Apple has officially set its fall…
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 SubstackGM!Today’s top news: Crypto majors red but moving higher after Trump moved to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook ETH ETFs see $444M in net inflows,…
In brief Trump Media is working with Crypto.com to build a crypto treasury with $6.4 billion in backing. The treasury will be made up of Cronos (CRO). Trump Media’s Truth Social will also use CRO as a rewards and utility token. It’s the latest crypto-related business venture by one of President Trump’s companies. Trump Media…
BTC WHALE CAUSES MINI-CRASH, ETH HITS ATH, FOOTBALLFUN GOES VIRALETH hits new ATH then retreats. Whale dumps 24k BTC, triggers mini-crash. Only 18.3m ETH is left on exchanges. Jump & Galaxy plan $1bn SOL treasury vehicle. Sharps Technology plans $400bn SOL DAT. VanEck files for first SOL liquid staking ETF. Sharplink to buy back $1.5b…
In brief Musk’s X Corp. and xAI claim Apple’s exclusive ChatGPT integration gives OpenAI “billions of user prompts” while completely blocking competitors. The lawsuit accuses Apple of manipulating App Store rankings to favor ChatGPT despite Grok ranking second in “Productivity.” Xai and X Corp. are seeking billions in damages and court orders to end the…
