‍ViaBTC Enhances Loan Service for Miners ViaBTC, a leading BTC mining pool, has upgraded its Collateral-pledged Loan service. The enhanced offering supports a wider range of cryptocurrencies as collateral (BTC, BCH, LTC, DOGE) and provides flexible loan amounts with a competitive 9.9% annual interest rate. This service allows miners to borrow USDT for operational expenses without liquidating their crypto holdings, enabling them to maintain long-term positions and potentially capitalize on future price appreciation. The process is streamlined with instant approvals and convenient repayment options, integrating financial management directly into the mining workflow. ViaBTC aims to provide a seamless experience for its global mining community.
‍Altcoins Show Resilience Amid Market Downturn Following a recent market liquidation, several altcoins have demonstrated significant recovery. Data from CoinGecko indicates substantial 24-hour gains for Bittensor (TAO) at 30.5%, Mantle (MNT) at 22.7%, and Dogecoin (DOGE) at 10.7%, among others. Analysts attribute these gains to strong underlying fundamentals, including utility, liquidity depth, and narrative conviction. Bittensor (TAO) and Mantle (MNT) are noted for their ties to the AI and RWA sectors, respectively. While Dogecoin's surge is driven by social sentiment, the overall resilience highlights the importance of robust ecosystems and community demand in navigating market volatility. Market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with a period of consolidation expected before a potential uptrend in Q4, contingent on improving liquidity and macroeconomic stability.
‍Crypto Safety in 2025: Your Guide to Avoiding Hacks and Scams Over $2.4 billion was stolen in H1 2025 alone. Protect your assets with strong authentication (phishing-resistant 2FA, hardware keys), careful transaction signing (avoid unlimited approvals), and secure wallet practices (hot vs. cold storage). Always verify recipient addresses and be wary of social engineering tactics. Prepare a recovery plan for potential setbacks.
‍Ethereum L2s Show Resilience Post-Crash, Mantle Leads Recovery Ethereum Layer 2 solutions are demonstrating strong performance after a significant market downturn. Mantle (MNT) saw a notable 31% rebound, driven by its integration and utility within the Bybit exchange ecosystem. Bybit and Mantle's collaboration includes joint roadmaps like Mantle 2.0, aiming to establish Mantle as a liquidity chain for tokenized RWAs and bridge CeFi and DeFi. Bybit also supports the ecosystem via a $200 million Mantle EcoFund. This recovery highlights the importance of utility and strong partnerships in navigating market volatility.
‍WazirX Restructuring Plan Approved by Singapore Court; Repayments Imminent The Singapore High Court has approved WazirX's restructuring plan, clearing the way for repayments to users affected by the $234 million hack in July 2024. The plan involves token-based fund distributions and the resumption of exchange operations. While WazirX founder Nischal Shetty indicated repayments could occur within ten days, Kroll estimates a two to three-month disbursement period post-approval. The exchange is working towards transparency and user compensation after the breach, which is linked to North Korean hackers.
‍Crypto Funds Attract Billions Amid Market Volatility, Surpassing Last Year's Totals Despite a recent flash crash, cryptocurrency investment products have seen substantial inflows totaling $3.17 billion this past week. This brings year-to-date inflows to a record $48.7 billion, exceeding last year's full total. Bitcoin funds led the surge with $2.7 billion in weekly inflows, reinforcing BTC's dominance. Ether funds experienced mixed performance, while altcoins like Solana and XRP saw reduced interest compared to previous weeks. The approval of new spot crypto ETFs in the US remains pending due to the ongoing government shutdown, though experts anticipate a significant influx once resolved.
‍Legend Trading Secures MiCA Approval, Launches EU Institutional Platform Legend Trading has received a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP) authorization from the Central Bank of Ireland, confirming full compliance with the EU's MiCA regulation. This enables the company to offer services across all 27 EU member states. Additionally, Legend Trading introduces Legend FXN, a stablecoin-to-fiat exchange and settlement platform designed for European financial institutions. The platform aims to provide regulated institutions with secure and cost-effective access to stablecoin and euro liquidity, facilitating the integration of digital assets into traditional finance. Hao Chen, CEO of Legend Trading, stated, "Securing the MiCA license from the Central Bank of Ireland marks a pivotal milestone in our global strategy. This license not only strengthens our presence in Europe but also enhances the trust of our clients and partners worldwide." https://cryptovka.ru/en/news/None/legend-trading-achieves-landmark-mica-approval-unveils-eu-institutional-settlement-platform
‍EPHYRA Secures $6.5M Funding, Reaches 10M Ecosystem Nodes EPHYRA, an AI-driven entertainment ecosystem, has announced securing $6.5 million in funding and surpassing 10 million ecosystem nodes (Pass Cards). The funding round included investments from Castrum Capital and TBV. The platform's core is the EPHYRA Cognitive Architecture (ECA), designed for AI autonomy and immersive experiences. Co-founder Eric stated, "The growth of our nodes represents the expansion of collective intelligence... EPHYRA will continue to build an open, autonomous, and sustainable virtual world powered by AI cognition." EPHYRA boasts over 300,000 community members, 6,000 beta testers, and 3,000 NFT PASS holders.
‍Tapbit Shines at TOKEN2049 Singapore: Compliance and Innovation Highlighted Tapbit, a leading compliant cryptocurrency exchange, made a significant impression at TOKEN2049 Singapore. The company showcased its latest advancements, including a high-performance matching engine and an advanced risk control system. Key areas of focus included regulatory compliance, enhanced security, perpetual contracts, spot trading, and global liquidity expansion. Tapbit emphasized its commitment to providing a safe, efficient, and transparent trading experience and driving the adoption of blockchain technology.
‍US Government Shutdown Halts Crypto ETF Approvals The US federal government shutdown is delaying decisions on numerous cryptocurrency ETF applications. The SEC, operating with essential staff, cannot process these crucial filings, impacting institutional interest and potential market innovation. The political stalemate between Republicans and Democrats is the primary cause. Until a funding agreement is reached, the SEC's full operational capacity remains suspended, leaving crypto ETFs in regulatory limbo. Analysts anticipate a surge in approvals once the shutdown concludes.