Author: CryptoHoppers

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure According to Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Sec. Henry Aguda, the government is taking concrete steps to test whether blockchain can make the Philippine national budget more open and traceable. He told the Malacañang Press Corps that a working prototype will be shown to senators and representatives to prove the idea can work. The move comes as lawmakers push a bill that would put budget documents and transaction records on a distributed ledger for public verification. DICT Moves To Build Prototype Aguda said the country…

Key Takeaways Coinbase has added BNB, the native token of BNB Chain, to its asset roadmap, indicating a potential future listing. The move follows Coinbase’s implementation of the ‘Blue Carpet’ process for transparent and merit-based token listings. Share this article Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, added BNB to its asset roadmap today. BNB is the native token of BNB Chain, a blockchain network focused on high-throughput decentralized finance.The addition aligns with Coinbase’s recent introduction of an updated “Blue Carpet” process for asset issuers, which emphasizes a merit-based approach with increased collaboration to streamline listings of compliant tokens.BNB Chain has been…

TLDR: VanEck’s fifth Solana ETF amendment fixes a 0.3% fee, confirming its most cost-efficient crypto ETF proposal yet. The filing adds plans for staking SOL through multiple providers to optimize uptime, performance, and compliance. VanEck Digital Assets, LLC named as the authorized participant, signaling a defined operational framework. Community data from @SolanaFloor confirms the ETF’s flexibility to stake SOL once regulatory clarity improves. VanEck has moved another step closer to launching its Solana spot ETF.  The asset manager filed its fifth S-1/A amendment with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, sharpening terms and finalizing its fee structure. Investors tracking Solana…

Key Takeaways What’s happening? The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to seize 127,271 BTC linked to a massive international pig-butchering scam. Why does it matter? If successful, the seizure would boost the U.S. government’s Bitcoin holdings by 64%. The U.S. Department of Justice [DOJ] has filed a landmark forfeiture complaint to seize 127,271 Bitcoin [around $12 billion]. The asset is linked to a transnational “pig-butchering” scam allegedly operated by Chen Zhi, chairman of Cambodia’s Prince Group. Filed in the Eastern District of New York, the case is described as the largest crypto forfeiture in DOJ history. It targets funds…

BNB Chain is rolling out a $45 million “reload airdrop” to recognize users who were active during last week’s memecoin chaos, though the team stresses it’s about appreciation. But the program follows a brutal market swing where dozens of memecoins on BNB Chain lost most of their value. Summary After a wild week of memecoin madness on BNB Chain, the network announced a $45 million “reload airdrop” aimed at users who might’ve lost money in the recent crash. The initiative, run with Four.Meme, will send BNB to over 160,000 traders, though BNB Chain says it’s “community appreciation, not compensation.” The…

Key Takeaways Tether has settled all claims relating to the Celsius bankruptcy case. The settlement resolves long-standing disputes regarding Tether’s role in liquidating Celsius loans during the lender’s 2022 collapse. Share this article Tether has settled all claims related to the Celsius bankruptcy case, CEO Paolo Ardoino announced today. The agreement resolves disputes between Tether and Celsius, a crypto lending firm that filed for bankruptcy in 2022.Tether had previously described the litigation as an unfounded attempt by Celsius to extract funds during its bankruptcy proceedings. The stablecoin issuer maintained it was defending against claims initiated by the lending platform.The disputes…

TLDR: Kenya’s parliament approved a crypto regulation bill awaiting President Ruto’s signature to become law. The Central Bank will license stablecoin issuers, while the Capital Markets Authority will regulate exchanges. The framework mirrors U.S. and U.K. standards, aiming to attract exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. Kenya joins South Africa as one of Africa’s only nations with comprehensive crypto regulation in place. Kenya is on the verge of making history in Africa’s digital economy.  Lawmakers have approved a sweeping bill that would bring cryptocurrencies and digital assets under government regulation. The move aims to attract global crypto investors while bringing clarity…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Michael Saylor, the executive chairman behind Strategy’s massive Bitcoin reserves, shared a short but powerful message on X: “Don’t Stop Believin’.” The post featured a dark Bitcoin chart titled “Bitcoin Price With Purchases” and drew millions of views within hours. The phrase — a clear nod to the iconic 1980’s rock song “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey — carried a familiar message of perseverance, one that resonated deeply with Bitcoin supporters weathering market swings. Bitcoin Holders Receive A Short Message According to public records, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy)…

TLDR: Telegram now lets users send live comments and reactions in group calls with under 1000 members. Users can add private notes to contacts and suggest birthdays for profile personalization. AI chatbots on Telegram can now stream responses and support threaded conversations. Blockchain gifts can be displayed on profiles, and Liquid Glass interface comes to iOS 26. Telegram rolled out a major update, introducing 12 new features in one month, according to founder Pavel Durov. The update enhances user interaction with live comments and reactions in calls, AI bot improvements, and profile customization.  Users can now add notes to contacts,…

Key Takeaways JPMorgan will engage in digital asset trading but has no plans to launch a custody business. The bank is evaluating third-party custodians and its risk appetite before expanding further Share this article JPMorgan’s head of markets digital assets confirmed that the bank plans to engage in crypto trading but has no immediate plans to launch a custody service, saying the firm is instead exploring third-party custodians to support its growing digital asset business.Major banks are increasingly removing restrictions on Bitcoin ownership to enable broader client access. Payment giants are acknowledging that Bitcoin and related cryptocurrencies will significantly expand…