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Bullish provides USD.AI $100M stablecoin facility for GPU-backed lending

Bullish has provided USD.AI with a $100 million stablecoin-based debt facility to finance loans secured by GPU hardware for AI infrastructure operators. USD.AI, an onchain financing platform by Permian Labs, connects stablecoin liquidity with GPU financing demand. Bullish plans to list USD.AI's sUSDai token and support it with market-making to enhance liquidity for GPU-backed debt. The facility expands USD.AI's business, following recent loans backed by thousands of Nvidia GPUs and a previous $4 million investment from Bullish Capital. Separately, Bullish shares have rebounded 45% in the past month amid a broader crypto stock recovery, though they remain down over 60% from their NYSE debut in August 2025.

cointelegraph1h ago

Bullish provides USD.AI $100M stablecoin facility for GPU-backed lending

cointelegraph1h ago

SEC to Relax Crypto Regulations: Projects Don't Need Full Decentralization, 'Functional' is Enough

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), led by Commissioner Hester Peirce, has proposed a new regulatory safe harbor for crypto assets. This rule, part of the "Regulation of Crypto Assets," would allow tokens to exit the securities law framework once the underlying project becomes "functional" or decentralized, rather than requiring full decentralization from the start. Currently, tokens are often deemed securities due to the central managerial efforts needed during early development. The proposal addresses this "catch-22" where projects need to distribute tokens to grow but face securities regulations for doing so. The safe harbor grants developers up to four years of temporary exemption from certain securities laws while they build their networks. A key shift is the exit criteria: tokens cease to be investment contracts when the network matures into either a "decentralized" or "functional" state, no longer reliant on a single entity for essential managerial or entrepreneurial efforts. The term "functional" is not strictly defined but appears to be a pragmatic version of decentralization, emphasizing broad community involvement over perfect, Bitcoin-like decentralization. Crucially, the rule permits developers to continue maintaining and improving the network even after achieving this status, as such activities are not considered "essential managerial efforts." This offers a clearer, more feasible compliance path for token issuers. The proposal places the onus on projects to self-certify when they meet the exit criteria, which may incentivize more realistic promises and potentially foster greater genuine decentralization—a core principle the crypto industry has long advocated but often failed to implement.

marsbitYesterday 07:24

SEC to Relax Crypto Regulations: Projects Don't Need Full Decentralization, 'Functional' is Enough

marsbitYesterday 07:24

Cryptocurrency Company Doppler Finance Launches New Altcoin, 1% of Which Will Be Distributed in an Airdrop! Details Here

Cryptocurrency company Doppler Finance is announcing the launch of its new altcoin, XDP. Designed as a utility and governance token for protocol coordination, XDP aims to boost user participation, support decentralized governance, and contribute to ecosystem growth. The total supply of XDP is capped at 10 billion tokens. Over half of this supply is allocated to ecosystem development, treasury, partnerships, and community growth. Shares for investors will be subject to lock-up and vesting conditions to prevent market flooding and encourage long-term commitment. During the Token Generation Event (TGE), 1% of the total supply will be unlocked and distributed via a Genesis Airdrop to early users, contributors, and ecosystem supporters. An additional 43% of the supply is dedicated to ecosystem incentives, funding future Doppler Points seasons, XDP staking activities, and local community programs. The tokenomics are structured to reward user participation and ensure the protocol's long-term development, with a significant emphasis on ecosystem funding. The Genesis Airdrop allows early adopters to benefit directly from the token launch. With XDP, Doppler Finance plans to build its governance mechanism and user reward system around its native token. Further details regarding the launch date and specific distribution mechanics are to be announced later. *This is not investment advice.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 06:35

Cryptocurrency Company Doppler Finance Launches New Altcoin, 1% of Which Will Be Distributed in an Airdrop! Details Here

cryptonews.ruYesterday 06:35

128 Tokens Under Scrutiny in Defillama's Latest Crypto Rankings

Defillama, in collaboration with Forgd, has launched a Universal Token Ratings (UTR) system, assessing 128 tokens on a scale from AAA to CCC. According to the announcement, these dynamic ratings are updated in near real-time based on market performance, even if a project's public disclosures remain unchanged. The system aims to provide a standardized, data-driven method for evaluating crypto assets. Currently, Uniswap (UNI) holds the sole AAA rating. Tokens like Meteora (MET), Curve DAO (CRV), and Dogecoin (DOGE) are among those rated AA. Defillama's research lead stated this initiative is an extension of their mission to provide objective data, giving users a tool to identify promising projects. The UTR model draws parallels to traditional credit rating agencies like Moody's and S&P, which have also begun applying their methodologies to digital assets. Forgd's CEO emphasized that these ratings must be "continuously earned" based on real-time market function, unlike static transparency checklists. The launch targets a time of peak institutional awareness, with the partners believing a bond-like rating standard can bolster trust and accountability in the crypto industry.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 05:27

128 Tokens Under Scrutiny in Defillama's Latest Crypto Rankings

cryptonews.ruYesterday 05:27

DGAI Token Surges 93% Following Launch of Decentralized AI Network DGrid

The DGAI token surged by 93% following the launch of the native token for the DGrid decentralized AI network. Trading at approximately $0.73 on Tuesday, the token's market capitalization reached around $110 million with trading volume exceeding $165 million. The launch coincides with the expansion of the DGrid network, which connects users and developers to distributed nodes for AI inference processing. The DGAI token is used for payments, staking, and rewarding node operators. The network routes AI requests between models hosted on these nodes and employs a "Proof of Quality" mechanism to evaluate results. Node operators stake DGAI to earn rewards for providing computational resources, with penalties for poor performance or misconduct. DGrid also reported selling over 140 physical DClaw Box devices within hours, generating over $221,000 in revenue. These devices allow users to connect to AI models via DGrid's decentralized network of independently operated nodes.

cryptonews.ru08/25 16:36

DGAI Token Surges 93% Following Launch of Decentralized AI Network DGrid

cryptonews.ru08/25 16:36

DGrid AI token jumps 93% after launch as decentralized AI network goes live

DGrid AI's native token, DGAI, surged 93% on its first trading day, reaching approximately $0.73. The token, with a market cap around $110 million, launched alongside the decentralized AI inference network's expansion. This network connects users and developers with distributed nodes that process AI requests, using DGAI for payments, staking, and rewards. DGrid's system routes requests across node-hosted models and employs a "Proof of Quality" mechanism to evaluate outputs, rewarding node operators for good performance and penalizing misconduct. Additionally, DGrid sold over 140 DClaw Box devices within hours at 1,580 USDT each, totaling over 221,000 USDT. These devices run a personal AI agent, connecting users to models via the decentralized network.

cointelegraph08/25 16:06

DGrid AI token jumps 93% after launch as decentralized AI network goes live

cointelegraph08/25 16:06

A New Project in the ZEC Space: Vitalik's Only Coin Purchase in Two Years

Amidst the bullish market, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin made his first significant public investment in a new project token in nearly two years. In the first public CCA auction for The Interfold on Uniswap, he invested 16 ETH (approx. $28,000). Following its TGE on August 19th, $FOLD's price surged over 7x, driven largely by the "Vitalik bought it" narrative before a listing on Upbit caused another spike. The price has since settled back to a range primarily supported by this narrative. The Interfold is a privacy-focused project by Gnosis Guild, a protocol enabling multiple untrusting parties to perform verifiable computations without exposing private inputs. While technically complex compared to simpler privacy assets like ZEC, the project has gained significant attention due to Vitalik's public endorsement, repeated mentions at events, and his committed, unsold investment. Analysts view $FOLD optimistically. Unlike his previous investment in Truemarkets' $TRUE, which never listed on major exchanges, $FOLD quickly listed on Upbit, boasts a ~$27M circulating market cap (~$100M FDV), and benefits from a strong ETH and overall market sentiment. The primary investment thesis revolves around attention-driven factors—Vitalik's backing and market liquidity—rather than its complex underlying technology. However, at its current valuation, some question whether the risk/reward remains attractive compared to other chains with strong momentum.

marsbit08/25 04:12

A New Project in the ZEC Space: Vitalik's Only Coin Purchase in Two Years

marsbit08/25 04:12

Hacker Leaks GTA6 and Launches a Token: Leaked Videos Become Ad Space for $CYBERLEEK, Must Buy Tokens to Vote for Next Clip

A hacker group called "CyberLeek" has leaked gameplay footage of the highly anticipated video game *GTA 6*, which is slated for release in 2026. Simultaneously, the group launched a meme token, $CYBERLEEK, on Solana. The leaks, which include maps and gameplay clips, are heavily watermarked with advertisements urging viewers to buy the token. Investigations of blockchain data reveal that the token was created and funded from a single wallet approximately eight hours before the first leak was released, suggesting a coordinated plan. The group has implemented a voting system where token holders can "vote" for the next type of content to be leaked by sending $CYBERLEEK tokens to a designated wallet—a process that permanently transfers the tokens to the hackers. This creates a self-sustaining cycle where interest in the leaks drives token purchases. Financially, the operation involved minimal upfront costs (less than $3,500 in out-of-pocket expenses) but generated significant revenue. On its first day, the token saw $15 million in trading volume, netting the creators an estimated $30,000 from transaction fees alone. While the group later burned a large portion of its developer-held tokens (worth over $1 million) to build trust, the fee-generating mechanism remains intact. The game's publisher, Take-Two Interactive, has initiated legal proceedings to identify the hackers. Despite this, the case demonstrates a new model where leaked intellectual property is used as leverage to promote and profit from a cryptocurrency, with meme token markets serving as an additional revenue stream.

marsbit08/23 10:11

Hacker Leaks GTA6 and Launches a Token: Leaked Videos Become Ad Space for $CYBERLEEK, Must Buy Tokens to Vote for Next Clip

marsbit08/23 10:11

Urgent News: Coinbase Adds Four Altcoins to Its Listing Plan! A Significant Move Amid Cryptocurrency Growth

Coinbase has added four new altcoins to its asset listing roadmap: Basecat (BASECAT), DebtReliefBot (DRB), Dolphin (POD), and Grass ($GRASS). According to the exchange, BASECAT, DRB, and POD operate on the Base network, while $GRASS is on Solana. The roadmap also includes plans to integrate the Cluster Protocol (CP) on Base. Coinbase emphasized that inclusion on the roadmap does not guarantee a final listing. The exchange currently does not support transfers or trading of these tokens and warned users against attempting to deposit them, as this could lead to permanent loss of funds. Any listing will be subject to a future official announcement.

cryptonews.ru08/21 19:41

Urgent News: Coinbase Adds Four Altcoins to Its Listing Plan! A Significant Move Amid Cryptocurrency Growth

cryptonews.ru08/21 19:41

MemeCore to List on Nasdaq as Part of $1 Billion Deal

MemeCore has entered into a $1 billion agreement with publicly-traded company ZeroStack (NASDAQ: ZSTK), which develops decentralized AI infrastructure. Key ecosystem participants Puple AI Inc. and Blockcat Pte. Ltd. are involved in the deal. As part of the agreement, these companies will transfer 925.9 million MemeCore ($M) tokens to ZeroStack at $1.08 per token, totaling $1 billion in assets. In return, they will receive 3.5 million shares of ZeroStack and warrants to purchase up to an additional 36.2 million shares. The warrant exercise price is set at $25.19, over 12 times ZeroStack's recent market price. Issuing the additional shares requires shareholder approval per Nasdaq rules and will be subject to a lock-up period of up to 10 years. This transaction will allow MemeCore to go public and link its meme culture-based blockchain ecosystem with ZeroStack's decentralized AI focus. The companies also plan to explore collaboration in decentralized AI, digital assets, consumer applications, and blockchain economics.

cryptonews.ru08/21 14:27

MemeCore to List on Nasdaq as Part of $1 Billion Deal