Espresso network launches ESP token with 10% airdrop amid Ethereum layer-2 debate

Espresso network launches ESP token with 10% airdrop amid Ethereum layer-2 debate

Espresso Network has recently made significant strides in its development by launching the ESP token while simultaneously transitioning to a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism.…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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Bitcoin defies 'extreme fear,' hot jobs report to show signs of resilience

Bitcoin defies 'extreme fear,' hot jobs report to show signs of resilience

Bitcoin has demonstrated resilience in the face of economic challenges, rising in value even as a recent U.S. jobs report suggested a complex employment landscape. The report…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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AI-powered agents dominate the EasyA x Consensus Hong Kong hackathon

AI-powered agents dominate the EasyA x Consensus Hong Kong hackathon

The EasyA x Consensus Hong Kong hackathon showcased the impressive capabilities of AI-powered agents in software development. Winning projects, such as FoundrAI, exemplified the…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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Agant registers with U.K. FCA ahead of British pound stablecoin debut

Agant registers with U.K. FCA ahead of British pound stablecoin debut

Agant has successfully registered with the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), marking a significant step in its plans to launch a fully backed sterling stablecoin known as…

2/12/2026 3 min read

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Ark Invest buys Bullish stock for 9th straight day in $11.6 million purchase

Ark Invest buys Bullish stock for 9th straight day in $11.6 million purchase

Ark Invest has made headlines by purchasing Bullish stock for the ninth consecutive day, culminating in a substantial investment totaling approximately $11.6 million. This…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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Solana leans into tokenization and payments at Hong Kong’s Accelerate APAC event

Solana leans into tokenization and payments at Hong Kong’s Accelerate APAC event

At the Accelerate APAC event in Hong Kong, Solana made a significant push towards the realms of tokenization and payment solutions. The focus was on moving beyond the trend of…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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UK government appoints HSBC for tokenized bond pilot

UK government appoints HSBC for tokenized bond pilot

The UK government has selected HSBC Orion to lead its DIGIT pilot program, which focuses on exploring the use of blockchain technology for issuing bonds. This initiative aims to…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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LayerZero (ZRO) Soars 40% Amid Zero Blockchain Debut, Major Institutional Backing

LayerZero (ZRO) Soars 40% Amid Zero Blockchain Debut, Major Institutional Backing

LayerZero's native token, ZRO, has experienced a significant surge, climbing over 40% within a single day. This spike follows the announcement of LayerZero's new Layer-1…

2/12/2026 3 min read

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Bankers push OCC to slow crypto trust charters until GENIUS rules clarified

Bankers push OCC to slow crypto trust charters until GENIUS rules clarified

The American Bankers Association (ABA) has urged the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to postpone the issuance of new national trust bank charters for…

2/12/2026 3 min read

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Bitcoin Social Sentiment Stays Bearish Even As Price Recovers From $60,000 Drop

Bitcoin Social Sentiment Stays Bearish Even As Price Recovers From $60,000 Drop

Recent data indicates that despite a recovery in Bitcoin's price, social media sentiment around the cryptocurrency remains notably bearish. Analytics firm Santiment has analyzed…

2/12/2026 2 min read

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Bitcoin Flashes Luna-Level Capitulation Signal at $67K, Not $19K

Bitcoin Flashes Luna-Level Capitulation Signal at $67K, Not $19K

Recent on-chain data indicates that Bitcoin is experiencing significant loss-taking, reminiscent of the catastrophic events surrounding the Luna/UST meltdown. However, the…

2/12/2026 3 min read

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OKX Ventures backs STBL in partnership with Hamilton Lane and Securitize

OKX Ventures backs STBL in partnership with Hamilton Lane and Securitize

OKX Ventures has announced a strategic partnership with Hamilton Lane and Securitize to launch a new stablecoin backed by real-world assets (RWA). This initiative will be…

2/12/2026 3 min read

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