Project Progress

The proposed XRPL options sidechain aims to establish a native derivatives layer for the XRP Ledger, inspired by successful models like Hyperliquid. It focuses on American-style options and margin trading while enhancing security with advanced authentication methods.

Startale Group and SBI Holdings introduced JPYSC, a trust bank-backed Japanese yen stablecoin targeting a second-quarter 2026 launch under Japan’s regulatory framework. Q2 2026 Launch Planned for Yen-Denominated Stablecoin JPYSC This week, Startale Group and SBI Holdings Inc. unveiled plans for J

The introduction of USDCx on Cardano via non-custodial contracts allows seamless crosschain transfers and boosts early DeFi projects. Post-launch metrics indicate significant growth in total value locked, showcasing rising interest in the ecosystem.

Aave founder Stani Kulechov confirmed the "Aave Will Win" proposal passed the Temp Check, advancing it to the ARFC stage. The proposal would direct 100% of Aave Labs' product revenue to the DAO treasury, aligning with Aave V4's strategy and addressing past governance debates.

BOT Chain launched on the mainnet on February 25, 2026, featuring a modular algorithm network that emphasizes adaptability to meet diverse application needs. Through seamless integration of core infrastructure, this public chain lowers the barriers to Web3 usage and signals a future integration with AI. The project has secured $15 million in funding and will initiate a $50 million ecosystem support plan to attract developers.

Ripple’s tokenization of 1 billion AED worth of diamonds, “isn’t just a win for the UAE, it’s a masterclass in how the XRP Ledger handles high-value RWA at scale,” says Reece Merrick. The network is solving the trust gap by integrating Ripple Custody’s bank-grade vaulting with XRPL’s native f

Polygon will activate the Lisovo hardfork on March 4 before block 83,756,500, with node operators asked to upgrade in advance. The upgrade adds PIP-82 gas subsidies, CLZ support, passkey wallet improvements, flexible fees, and stronger transaction checks. The Polygon Foundation has

Heima has launched the Agentic Economy, allowing autonomous AI agents to participate in transactions within a secure, non-custodial blockchain environment. This infrastructure enhances transparency and reduces hack risks, enabling verified transactions and safeguarding user assets.

The Ethereum Foundation announced the "Strawmap" long-term development plan, which is scheduled to undergo 7 hard forks before 2029, achieving 5 major goals to improve transaction speed and network throughput. The development plan includes shortening the final transaction confirmation time to 8 seconds, introducing post-quantum cryptography and privacy protection, aiming to prepare for future increased user demand.

Ripple has injected $550 million into XRPL ecosystem since 2017, and this year, it will expand its focus to a more distributed model for founders. This includes launching a fintech builder program, the new XAO DAO for the XRPL network, and increased support for XRPL Commons. This year, Rippl

Pi Network set March 1 as the mandatory deadline for Step 2 upgrades, and Mainnet nodes that miss it risk losing network connectivity. The update advances Pi’s protocol path toward newer Stellar consensus versions, with the Core Team targeting version 23 by June 2026. Pi Network has

News Preview: Bitway (BTW) will be launched on March 2nd, supporting trading on Binance Alpha; MANTRA Chain plans to upgrade to v7.0.0 software on March 3rd; Gemini will cease operations in the UK, with customer accounts only able to withdraw starting March 5th; HyperLiquid co-founder: 173,000 HYPE tokens will be unstaked and distributed to team members on March 6th; RedStone (RED) will unlock approximately 40.85 million tokens at midnight Beijing time on March 7th, accounting for 16.13% of the current circulating supply, valued at about $6.2 million. March 2nd Macroeconomics: At 22:45 on March 2nd, the US will release the February S&P Global Manufacturing PMI

Japan’s largest security token platform is migrating more than $2 billion in real estate and corporate bonds from Corda to a dedicated L1 on Avalanche. The initiative brings together some of Japan’s largest firms, from Toyota to Konami and TIS Inc., giving Avalanche a route into Japan’s

The American company ETHZilla has officially rebranded as Forum Markets, transforming into a tangible asset tokenization platform and gradually phasing out its role as an Ethereum reserve. The stock price rose over 13% on the news. The company still holds approximately $145 million worth of Ethereum and is actively developing tokenized assets, with expected future yields exceeding 10%.

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, a bill to criminalize crypto-linked foreign currency tax evasion surges in Brazil, El Salvador finalizes its Bitcoin Diploma 2.0 educational program, and Engie mulls

Ripple's new whitepaper addresses fragmented crypto markets and institutional risks, proposing a Digital Prime Broker framework to centralize execution and liquidity. By leveraging the XRP Ledger for credit lines and faster settlements, it aims to enhance operational efficiency and transparency for banks and hedge funds.

Aave founder Stani.eth announced that the "Aave Will Win" proposal temperature check has passed, promoting Aave Labs to develop towards a core token model and planning to direct all product revenue to the AAVE token. The proposal will be optimized based on community feedback, entering the ARFC stage, and is dedicated to achieving Aave V4 strategic goals.

SBI Holdings and Startale Group jointly launch Japan's first Japanese Yen stablecoin "JPYSC," expected to be listed in the second quarter of this year, pending regulatory approval. This stablecoin is backed by a trust bank and targets institutional and cross-border applications, aiming to enhance the position of the Japanese Yen in digital finance while complying with Japanese regulatory standards.