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Hotstuff Launches 24/7 Spot Trading for Tokenized Equities, ETFs and Crypto Assets, Targeting the $147 Trillion Global Equity Market

Hotstuff Labs, the core contributor to the Hotstuff Layer 1 blockchain, has launched 24/7 spot trading for tokenized U.S. equities and ETFs, expanding into the $147 trillion global equity market. This follows the platform surpassing $1 billion in derivative trading volume within 90 days of its mainnet launch. The new offering, powered by xStocks, provides 1:1 asset-backed tokens that are redeemable for cash value. It aims to overcome barriers like poor liquidity and limited access by enabling round-the-clock trading, utilizing hybrid RFQ liquidity, and offering instant listings for over 100 assets initially. The integration positions Hotstuff as a key venue for on-chain real-world assets, building on strong user demand where RWA volume recently outpaced crypto volume by 3x.

TheNewsCrypto05/13 14:25

Hotstuff Launches 24/7 Spot Trading for Tokenized Equities, ETFs and Crypto Assets, Targeting the $147 Trillion Global Equity Market

TheNewsCrypto05/13 14:25

MultiBank Group’s crypto arm mb.io brings Ghana gold on-chain with Kings Orbis, EON3 & Mavryk

MultiBank Group's crypto arm mb.io has partnered with Kings Orbis, EON3 Group, and Mavryk to launch an institutional gold tokenization program for physically-backed gold sourced from West Africa. The program will make Ashanti gold accessible to global investors in a digital, fractional, and regulated format. Each token represents direct ownership of the underlying physical gold, which will be vaulted in Dubai under LBMA-approved custody. The initiative includes tokenizing a curated collection of "Gold Art" to honor the cultural legacy of the Ashanti Kingdom. mb.io RWA will serve as the regulated marketplace, Kings Orbis as program coordinator, EON3 as the dedicated supply partner, and Mavryk as the Layer 1 blockchain and tech infrastructure provider. The partners announced the collaboration at the World Peace Summit in Ghana, receiving support from His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene.

TheNewsCrypto05/11 18:12

MultiBank Group’s crypto arm mb.io brings Ghana gold on-chain with Kings Orbis, EON3 & Mavryk

TheNewsCrypto05/11 18:12

Telegram Takes Direct Control of TON, Social Traffic Rewrites the Public Chain Narrative

Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced that Telegram will replace the TON Foundation as the core driver and largest validator of The Open Network (TON). Key initiatives include a sixfold reduction in transaction fees, performance upgrades, and improved developer tools within the next few weeks. This marks a strategic shift from Telegram merely providing user access to deeply integrating TON into its platform's core infrastructure. The goal is to transform Telegram's massive social traffic into sustainable on-chain activity. While viral mini-apps like Notcoin have demonstrated Telegram's ability to drive user adoption, TON aims to support frequent, low-value transactions inherent to social platforms—such as tipping, in-app payments, and game rewards. Ultra-low fees and sub-second finality (0.6 seconds) are crucial to making blockchain interactions seamless and nearly invisible within the Telegram user experience. However, Telegram's increased central role raises questions about network decentralization. Durov argues that Telegram's participation will attract more large validators, thereby enhancing decentralization. TON also offers high annual staking rewards (18.8%), aiming to retain capital within its ecosystem. The fundamental challenge for TON is no longer leveraging Telegram's user base, but becoming an indispensable, seamless infrastructure layer for Telegram's everyday applications—moving from an adjacent chain to an embedded utility.

marsbit05/11 01:30

Telegram Takes Direct Control of TON, Social Traffic Rewrites the Public Chain Narrative

marsbit05/11 01:30

REAL Partners with RWA Inc. to Accelerate Tokenized Asset Infrastructure

REAL has entered into a strategic partnership with RWA Inc., a global platform specializing in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, investor access, and Web3 growth infrastructure. The collaboration aims to build a more robust and scalable blockchain-based financing infrastructure. Together, they will explore how REAL’s RWA-focused Layer 1 blockchain can support tokenized asset issuances originated via RWA Inc., while improving investor onboarding, distribution, and post-issuance servicing. Key areas of cooperation include tokenized asset issuance, AI-powered automation, distribution channels, co-marketing initiatives, and the future use of AI in governance and financial workflows. The partnership seeks to create a more accessible, efficient, and scalable foundation for bringing real-world assets onto the blockchain.

TheNewsCrypto04/24 12:49

REAL Partners with RWA Inc. to Accelerate Tokenized Asset Infrastructure

TheNewsCrypto04/24 12:49

Cardano Maintains Lead As Most Actively Developed Network In The Crypto Space

Cardano has emerged as the most actively developed blockchain network in the crypto space, surpassing major competitors like Ethereum, XRP, and BNB Chain in all-time code commits. According to data from Everstake, the network has accumulated over 478,100 commits, reflecting a strong focus on infrastructure upgrades, protocol improvements, and ecosystem expansion. This development activity is seen as a key indicator of long-term fundamental strength, even as ADA’s price remains in a multi-year bear cycle. Analysts suggest that if the bearish trend continues, ADA could drop toward $0.10 by year-end, which may present a strategic buying opportunity for the next bull cycle.

bitcoinist04/24 01:02

Cardano Maintains Lead As Most Actively Developed Network In The Crypto Space

bitcoinist04/24 01:02

Hot Interaction Collection | SimpleChain Testnet Activity is Now Live; Giggles Waitlist Application (April 16)

Hot Interactive Projects Digest: SimpleChain Testnet, Giggles Waitlist, and Arc Network Points Program SimpleChain, an RWA-focused Layer 1 blockchain, has launched its testnet campaign. Users can register on the official website, connect their wallets, bind social accounts (X, Telegram, Discord), and complete both social and on-chain tasks. The project recently raised $15 million in seed funding. Giggles, a social app combining prediction markets with content trading, has opened its waitlist for early access (currently iOS only). It recently secured $1.2 million in pre-seed funding. Arc, a new stablecoin-optimized Layer 1 blockchain from Circle, has introduced a points program. Users can earn points by registering with a Google account, completing their profile, reading articles, watching videos, and registering for events. Circle's CEO has hinted at a potential future token for governance and incentives. Early participants are encouraged to reach at least 500 points to achieve the first "Architects" tier.

Odaily星球日报04/16 02:17

Hot Interaction Collection | SimpleChain Testnet Activity is Now Live; Giggles Waitlist Application (April 16)

Odaily星球日报04/16 02:17

Crypto Payments Just Changed In South Korea — Will This Avalanche Bet Rewrite The Rules?

A South Korean payment giant, NHN KCP, has partnered with Ava Labs to build a new payments-focused Layer-1 blockchain on Avalanche. This chain, developed via Ava Cloud, is designed for real-world payments with features like sub-second authorization, encrypted transaction data, and support for tokenized deposits and multi-stablecoin settlements. The collaboration aims to merge traditional payment expertise with blockchain technology to create an innovative business model. Its success depends on South Korea's upcoming crypto regulations. If implemented, it could position Avalanche (AVAX) as a major real-world payments network, potentially boosting its adoption and market appeal.

bitcoinist04/14 16:17

Crypto Payments Just Changed In South Korea — Will This Avalanche Bet Rewrite The Rules?

bitcoinist04/14 16:17

Pharos Network Completes $44 Million Series A Funding, Total Funding Reaches $52 Million, Accelerating the Scalable Development of the On-Chain Economy

Pharos Network, a Layer 1 blockchain designed for institutional financial applications, has raised $44 million in Series A funding, bringing its total funding to $52 million. The round was co-led by undisclosed major institutions, including a top Asian private equity fund, a listed new energy company, and a licensed Hong Kong institution. Other strategic investors include Sumitomo Corporation (via a subsidiary), SNZ, Chainlink, and Flow Traders. The funds will accelerate the development of its on-chain real-world asset (RWA) infrastructure in Asia and globally. Pharos aims to integrate $50 trillion in RWA, traditional finance (TradFi), and cross-chain capital into a modular on-chain economy. The network uses a deeply parallel execution architecture with built-in compliance modules tailored for real-time, asset-backed financial applications. The company recently partnered with energy giant GCL to launch an RWA pilot project backed by energy assets. Its Atlantic Ocean testnet is already operational, supporting millions of users and hundreds of millions of addresses, demonstrating its capacity for high-frequency, high-value asset transfers in preparation for mainnet launch. Pharos was co-founded by ex-Ant Group core management, including CEO Wish Wu, and previously raised an $8 million seed round in November 2024.

marsbit04/08 12:21

Pharos Network Completes $44 Million Series A Funding, Total Funding Reaches $52 Million, Accelerating the Scalable Development of the On-Chain Economy

marsbit04/08 12:21

Step-by-Step Guide to Participating in Circle's Own Public Chain Arc Community Event

Circle has launched a community program for its stablecoin-focused Layer 1 blockchain, Arc, aimed at rewarding early contributors. Participants can earn points by completing various tasks, including daily logins, profile completion, reading articles, watching videos, and registering for events. Points accumulate toward five membership tiers, with higher tiers potentially offering advantages in future token launches. The program requires no financial investment and encourages user engagement through its official website and Discord community. Arc is designed as an EVM-compatible blockchain optimized for financial applications, targeting global payments, forex, lending, and capital markets.

Odaily星球日报04/06 02:30

Step-by-Step Guide to Participating in Circle's Own Public Chain Arc Community Event

Odaily星球日报04/06 02:30

TxFlow L1 Mainnet Launches, Enabling Multi-application On-chain Finance

TxFlow has launched its Layer 1 blockchain, TxFlow L1, initiating a multi-application on-chain finance ecosystem based on TIP Liquidity Standards. The network achieves over 250,000 TPS through DAG-based parallel execution and a multi-threaded pipeline. The first application, TxFlow DEX—a fully on-chain central limit order book DEX for perpetual trading—is now live with invitation-only access. It supports 13 perpetual markets and processes transactions with one-block finality. The TIP standards enable developers to build interoperable trading applications called "Channels," with modules for spot, derivatives, and prediction markets. The ecosystem is designed to be AI-native and community-governed.

TheNewsCrypto03/28 09:24

TxFlow L1 Mainnet Launches, Enabling Multi-application On-chain Finance

TheNewsCrypto03/28 09:24

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