‍Apertum Announces Strategic Expansion, Leveraging Avalanche Subnet Technology Apertum Blockchain is initiating a strategic expansion to accelerate the adoption of its Layer-1 decentralized infrastructure. Built on Avalanche's subnet technology, the network boasts EVM compatibility and high scalability. A recent CertiK audit found zero vulnerabilities, underscoring its security. Since its launch on January 30, 2025, Apertum has processed over 7 million transactions and registered more than 300,000 unique wallet addresses. The APTM token is now listed on MEXC, BingX, BitMart, and Poloniex. The project emphasizes accessibility, aiming to onboard everyday users and businesses with tools requiring no technical knowledge, a philosophy that earned it the Top Layer-1 Blockchain Award at the FinanceFeeds and Crypto.News Awards 2025. Apertum operates independently of VC funding, relying on DAO-led governance and organic growth, aligning with the growing institutional acceptance of digital assets.
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Apertum Announces Strategic Expansion as Layer-1 Network Gains Momentum
Josip Heit, Senior Strategy Advisor at Apertum Blockchain, has officially unveiled a strategic expansion initiative designed to accelerate the adop...
‍US House Proposes Tax Safe Harbor for Stablecoins and Staking US lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan legislative framework aimed at refining the taxation of digital assets. The draft bill seeks to establish a safe harbor for certain stablecoin transactions and clarify the tax treatment of rewards from blockchain validation. The proposed legislation aims to exempt transactions involving regulated stablecoins from capital gains taxes if their value remains within a narrow peg ($0.99-$1.01). It also seeks to de-risk participation for validators, defer tax liabilities on staking and mining rewards until sale, and align US laws with international standards. This move could significantly reduce tax complexity for users and enhance the US as a hub for PoS operations.
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US House Proposes Tax Safe Harbor for Stablecoins and Staking
US lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan legislative framework aimed at refining the taxation of digital assets within the country....
‍2025 Crypto Gaming Landscape: High-Profile Closures and Strategic Shifts The blockchain gaming sector has experienced significant turbulence in 2025, with numerous projects ceasing operations. Many studios have struggled with liquidity and user engagement, highlighting the volatility and funding challenges within Web3 gaming. Key themes include funding crises, as seen with Deadrop and Nyan Heroes, leading to token value collapse. Other notable exits due to financial constraints include Ember Sword, The Mystery Society, Realms of Alurya, and Mojo Melee. Some projects, like Square Enix's Symbiogenesis, concluded intentionally, while others, such as Moonfrost, removed blockchain elements to focus on traditional platforms. These shutdowns have resulted in significant loss of utility for players' NFTs and native tokens. The trend underscores a shift toward sustainable development models over speculative asset sales.
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Crypto Gaming Shutdowns of 2025: Major Projects Exit the Market
The landscape of blockchain-based gaming has faced significant turbulence throughout 2025, marked by a wave of high-profile closures and strategic ...
‍Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin to Reach $200,000 by March 2026 BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes forecasts a significant rally for Bitcoin, predicting a price of $200,000 by March 2026. He attributes this surge to the Federal Reserve's new Reserve Management Purchases (RMP) policy, which he likens to quantitative easing. Hayes expects Bitcoin to trade between $80,000 and $100,000 for the remainder of 2024, but anticipates a parabolic move as market perception shifts regarding Fed liquidity. The RMP policy, announced at the December 10, 2025, FOMC meeting, involves the Fed purchasing short-term Treasury securities at $40 billion per month to maintain ample bank reserves. Hayes believes this will be interpreted as money printing, driving Bitcoin higher. He anticipates Bitcoin will first reclaim $124,000 and reach its peak optimism by March 2026, before forming a local bottom above $124,000.
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Bitcoin Billionaire Arthur Hayes Predicts BTC to Hit $200,000 by March
BitMEX co-founder and billionaire investor Arthur Hayes has projected a massive rally for Bitcoin, forecasting that the digital asset will reach $2...
‍Solana Treasuries Grow: Top 5 Public Companies Now Hold Millions in SOL Several publicly traded companies are now integrating Solana (SOL) into their balance sheets, mirroring MicroStrategy's Bitcoin treasury model. These firms are leveraging the Solana blockchain for capital preservation and yield generation via staking. As of December 21, 2025, the top five holders collectively possess millions of SOL tokens, indicating a significant shift in corporate treasury management towards altcoins. Forward Industries leads with 6,921,432 SOL, earning approximately $4.6 million in staking revenue in Q4 2025. Solana Company follows with 2.2 million SOL. DeFi Development Corporation and Upexi hold over 2.1 million SOL each, with Upexi notably adding BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes to its advisory committee. Sharps Technology rounds out the top five with 2 million SOL, positioning itself as a "Solana accelerator company." This trend highlights institutional interest in Solana's PoS rewards and DeFi capabilities, viewing SOL as a productive asset.
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Top 5 Publicly Traded Companies Holding Solana in Their Treasuries
The trend of institutional adoption of digital assets has evolved beyond Bitcoin, with several publicly traded corporations now integrating Solana ...
‍IOSG Ventures Predicts 2025 as Crypto's "Worst Year," Targets 2026 Rally IOSG Ventures partner Jocy forecasts 2025 to be the most challenging year for cryptocurrencies, with significant selling pressure from early investors liquidating up to 1.4 million BTC ($121.17 billion) between March 2024 and November 2025. Key catalysts for this distribution phase include the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs, the 2024 US Presidential election, and BTC trading consistently above $100,000 in 2025. Unlike previous cycles, the current market exhibits a multi-wave, sustained distribution pattern. Despite the anticipated downturn, IOSG remains bullish for 2026, expecting a robust recovery once early holder reserves are depleted and the Bitcoin network's ownership structure stabilizes.
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IOSG Partner Foresees "Worst Year" for Crypto in 2025, Targets 2026 Rally
A prominent partner at IOSG Ventures, known as Jocy, has issued a sobering forecast for the digital asset market, predicting that 2025 will be the ...
‍Gem Wallet Launches Multi-Chain USDT Infrastructure Gem Wallet has introduced a major update to its self-custody solution, enhancing USDT management across over 10 blockchains. With USDT market cap exceeding $140 billion, the platform now integrates swaps, cross-chain bridges, and anti-scam protection to address fragmented liquidity and security risks. The update simplifies cross-chain transfers for USDT variants on networks like Ethereum, Tron, and Solana, reducing user error and "bridge fatigue." Advanced security features combat address poisoning attacks, which cost users over $100 million in 2024. Gem Wallet aims to offer enterprise-grade tools while maintaining user control over private keys and optimizing transaction costs.
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Gem Wallet Launches Comprehensive Multi-Chain USDT Infrastructure
The open-source self-custody provider Gem Wallet has announced a major infrastructure update aimed at streamlining USDT (Tether) management across ...