Project Progress

According to Bitcoin News, BTCPay Server released version 2.4.5, making Tor optional in Docker deployments while strengthening Lightning and LNURL security and improving invoice generation performance. The update restricts public Lightning API exposure and removes deprecated integrations lacking

Starknet released an operator checklist for version 0.14.4, mandating node operators upgrade to Pathfinder v0.24.0 or Juno v0.16.6. The upgrades aim to enhance network performance and efficiency, specifically improving gas pricing and gateway APIs. Starknet, a Layer 2 scaling solution for

According to Starknet, the network recently released an operator checklist for version 0.14.4, mandating upgrades to Pathfinder v0.24.0 or Juno v0.16.6 for node operators. The update aims to improve gas pricing and gateway APIs, with Juno operators given an estimated 50 minutes to complete the upgra

According to ChainCatcher, DeFi insurance protocol Firelight has launched underwriting operations, backed by 50.02 million XRP staked on the Flare network. The protocol's initial underwriting positions are directed toward two Sentora vaults. Claims will be determined by a consortium of five

Avalanche (AVAX) climbed approximately 5% over the past 24 hours, outperforming much of the crypto market as investors repriced the token around growing institutional real-world asset (RWA) demand. AVAX traded near $11.45, with 24-hour volume exceeding $560 million and market capitalization around $

Quantus ($QTC) has officially launched on NEAR Protocol as the first post-quantum asset on the platform. The launch enables users to trade QTC across more than 30 chains with over 180 assets, promising enhanced confidentiality and security through quantum-safe technology. NEAR Protocol announced the milestone via its official account, highlighting the platform's commitment to innovation as interest in quantum-resistant digital assets grows in the cryptocurrency space. Quantus Enables Cross-Chain

According to an announcement by NEAR Protocol, Quantus (QTC) has officially launched on NEAR, marking its debut as the first post-quantum asset on the platform. The launch enables users to trade QTC across more than 30 chains with over 180 assets, offering enhanced confidentiality and security

According to Jack Mallers on October 6, Strike introduced a new product allowing users to earn 3.6% interest on cash, paid out in Bitcoin. The interest is FDIC-insured up to $250,000 and accrues daily with monthly payouts. There are no deposit minimums or maximums, positioning Strike to attract user

Maple Finance announced on October 13 a strategic presentation to position itself as the credit and yield layer for the stablecoin economy. The initiative, disclosed through a tweet from @maplefinance, will introduce rules-based buybacks under MIP-021 and feature discussions on institutional credit

Maple Finance launched syrupUSDG on the Arbitrum network, enabling eligible USDG holders to allocate assets into the yield-generating product. The product generates returns from loans that Maple underwrites and manages for institutional borrowers. This launch reflects the growing integration of

According to Maple Finance, on October 13, the platform will present its vision to become the credit and yield layer for the stablecoin economy. The announcement includes plans to introduce rules-based buybacks under MIP-021 and discussions on institutional credit dynamics. Maple will also unveil it

According to Maple Finance, syrupUSDG officially launched on Arbitrum, enabling USDG holders to allocate assets and earn yield from institutional borrowing markets that Maple underwrites and manages. The product represents growing integration of fintech solutions within blockchain ecosystems,

According to its official announcement, Hedera has introduced dedicated wallets for AI agents, effective immediately. The move, announced via the official Hedera Twitter account, is designed to streamline AI operations and enhance functionality within the Hedera ecosystem. The new agent wallets

According to ChainCatcher, stablecoin issuer Agora has received approval from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish a U.S. trust bank that will assume issuance and reserve management of AUSD. The trust bank will take over functions previously handled by Agora's

USDG, a stablecoin developed by Paxos, has launched on the Arbitrum network with integration through Uniswap's platform. The launch introduces a dynamic fee structure that adapts to market conditions, allowing liquidity providers to capture more value through the StablePair Hook mechanism. The integ

According to Uniswap, USDG officially launched on the Arbitrum network on October 6. The integration features an adaptive fee mechanism that adjusts based on market conditions, enabling liquidity providers to capture additional value. USDG, a stablecoin developed by Paxos, leverages Arbitrum's

EtherFi plans to launch its own stablecoin through Ethena's white-label service, Cointelegraph reported on October 6. The decentralized finance protocol aims to expand its stablecoin business operations. EtherFi is backed by more than $300 million in stablecoin deposits, providing a substantial