Everything web3, crypto, defi, degen
In brief Volatility Shares has filed to launch crypto ETFs that would give investors amplified exposure to Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and various stocks. Such ETFs use leverage to maximize returns for investors. But investors can lose a lot of money buying such ETFs too. As if crypto trading isn’t already volatile enough, ETF manager…
In brief CME is facilitating options trades for Solana and XRP futures. So far, CME’s website shows five contracts outstanding for each asset. CME’s Solana futures were more popular than XRP alternatives in the third quarter. CME Group said on Tuesday that it has begun facilitating trades for options on Solana and XRP futures, giving…
In brief Bitcoin hit a new all-time high last week, before plunging following President Trump’s tariff announcements. It has recovered slightly, while gold has already jumped to a new high this week. Bitcoin and gold will continue to be bought by traders to hedge against currency debasement, experts told Decrypt. Bitcoin had been on a…
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 fall as China trade war rhetoric escalates; BTC at $111k Citi says it will custody crypto in 2026, evaluating a…
In brief Ripple is teaming with blockchain security firm Immunefi to host an “attackathon” for the XRP Ledger lending protocol. If one serious bug is found, a full $200,000 will be provided to participants. The protocol aims to eventually offer fixed-term, uncollateralized loans on the XRP Ledger. Ripple is offering up to $200,000 to users…
Crypto majors see more green; Bitcoin at $118,800. ZCash continues to lead, soaring 50% to $140. US government shutdown pauses ETF approvals. Lighter leaves private beta, opens Perps platform to public. Polymarket eyes US return as soon as today. PNKSTR jumps 50% to $140M as other NFT Strategies boom. Crypto majors are green again continuing…
If you looked away from crypto markets on Friday, then you missed a record-breaking bloodbath.Following a Friday morning threat from U.S. President Donald Trump to unleash “massive” new trade tariffs on China, crypto prices began to plunge alongside stocks, representing widespread concern from investors. And then crypto declines rapidly accelerated late in the afternoon when…
In brief BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) has become the asset manager’s most profitable fund by annualized fee revenue, with $97 billion in assets after just 21 months. S&P Global launched its first hybrid “Digital Markets 50” index combining 35 blockchain-related stocks with 15 major cryptocurrencies. Coinbase secured approval to offer staking services in New York…
In brief Myriad prediction market users currently favor bullish moves for both Bitcoin and XRP. Bitcoin hit a new all-time high over the weekend, and XRP last hit a record price in July. The charts currently lean bearish, but sentiment undoubtedly favors the “moon” scenarios. As “Uptober” nears the midway point, crypto traders are positioning…
In brief Hong Kong-based DDC Enterprise has secured an additional $124 million in funding to buy Bitcoin. DDC’s stock price was up about 3.5% in Wednesday trading. The digital platform wants to buy 10,000 BTC by the end of the year. Shares of Hong Kong-based digital food company DDC Enterprise were up about 3.5% on…
