Wrapped Bitcoin

Aave has surged 20% after U.S. lawmakers advanced the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin bill seen as a potential catalyst for DeFi regulation.

Despite being a DeFi-branded fund, World Liberty Financial does not allow tokenholders to vote on portfolio decisions. An AAVE strategy approved by tokenholders in 2024 remains inactive, adding to concerns over fund transparency and execution.

Key takeawaysThough Bitcoin doesn't support native staking, holders can earn yield through centralized lending platforms, Wrapped Bitcoin ( WBTC ) on Ethereum, and Bitcoin-related networks like Babylon and Stacks.WBTC allows BTC holders to participate in lending, liquidity pools and yield ...

A hacker involved in the $4.67 million exploit of the decentralized finance lending protocol Voltage Finance in 2022 has moved some of the stolen Ether to Tornado Cash after a short hibernation. Blockchain security firm CertiK said in a May 6 post to X that the 100 Ether ( ETH ) , worth $182,783 ...

The demo transaction used BitcoinOS' new token xBTC, and zero-knowledge proofs instead of custodial arrangements.

World Liberty Financial ( WLFI ) , the crypto firm associated with the family of US President Donald Trump, made waves when it debuted late last year.WLFI caused a stir when it launched ahead of the president's inauguration.

ARK's $300,000 forecast excludes active supply discounts, which, if included, could raise targets by about 40% over current estimates. Even under conservative growth assumptions, ARK suggests Bitcoin's role as a financial asset class will continue to strengthen by 2030.

Ledn's CEO said the centralized crypto lender now has $1.5 billion worth of assets on its platform.

Cosmos, a blockchain network aiming to become the "internet of blockchains," has launched Eureka, an interoperability layer designed to link its inter-blockchain communication ( IBC ) protocol with Ethereum.According to an April 10 announcement, Eureka has expanded the Cosmos IBC protocol, ...

The election of US President Donald Trump was supposed to usher in a golden era of crypto. Although the regulatory stars are aligning, the crypto industry just experienced its worst quarter in years.The prices of Bitcoin ( BTC ) and Ether ( ETH ) recorded their worst Q1 in seven years, market ...

The platform plans to launch a crypto lending market, personal finance app, and a stablecoin called USD1. Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin has voiced concerns about political figures using tokens as covert fundraising or influence tools. Feel unsure about the market's next move?

Opinion by: Brendon Sedo, Core DAO initial contributorBitcoin is outgrowing the "digital gold" narrative. The primary driver of this shift is the rise of Bitcoin DeFi ( BTCfi ) , which looks beyond the mere store-of-value use cases.

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Victims of address poisoning scams were tricked into willingly sending over $1.2 million worth of funds to scammers, showcasing the problematic rise of cryptocurrency phishing attacks.Address poisoning, or wallet poisoning scams, involves tricking victims into sending their digital assets to ...

Solana price has been in a slump, but the factors keeping SOL down are endemic to the entire crypto market. Will a rising tide lift all boats?

Trump's WLFI DeFi platform tripled its Ether holdings within a week during the market downturn, ahead of the first White House Crypto Summit.

Critics question whether WLFI offers innovation or just another rebranded DeFi service.

The White House's crypto summit could reveal important details about the Trump administration's forthcoming crypto policies, including plans for a BTC reserve.

The Trump-backed World Liberty Financial also revealed plans to hold Sui, sending the price of that token surging Thursday.

Trump's DeFi platform is currently sitting on a total unrealized loss of over $89 million across its holdings.

"The Macro Strategy will serve as a robust financial backbone for WLFI," the project said in its announcement.

World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency project backed by President Donald Trump, announced a strategic token reserve Tuesday to "bolster" projects like Bitcoin BTC/USD and Ethereum ETH/USD.

Bitcoin holders are finally gaining access to the decentralized apps and ecosystem "they've spent 15 years starving for," said the CEO of BTC OS.

World Liberty Financial moved a huge amount of funds, including Ethereum and Wrapped Bitcoin, but the Trump-linked project said it's just managing assets.

TRUMP, a meme coin launched earlier this month on Solana, is available as a payment option at several of President Trump's online merchandise stores.

The project's co-founder couldn't confirm marker-moving rumors Movement Labs was in talks with Elon Musk's DOGE.

While the launch of meme coins from the Trump family marks a milestone in crypto, some say it still represents a "concerning trend." ...

As Donald Trump took oath as the 47th President of the U.S. on Monday, World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency project backed by him, announced a series of strategic purchases, including Ethereum ETH/USD and Wrapped Bitcoin WBTC/USD.

The DeFi protocol linked to Donald Trump added Wrapped Bitcoin and other assets to its balance sheet in an Inauguration Day buying spree.

Crypto investors are flocking to opportunities to provide early liquidity to Berachain, seeking rewards ahead of its official launch.

Users can borrow up to $100,000 USDC with flexible repayment terms and competitive interest rates set by the market conditions. The service enables users to access cash without selling their Bitcoin, which may have tax benefits for certain investors. Get Real-Time News and Alerts for Your Portfolio

A federal judge denied BiT Global's request for a temporary restraining order, allowing Coinbase to delist WBTC, or Wrapped Bitcoin.

Coinbase is being sued by BiT Global, which alleges that the exchange delisted the popular Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) to boost its own cbBTC.

"I think it is a play at supporting the assets that their DeFi platform will be using," a Nansen research analyst told Decrypt.

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Dec. 11, 2024 ( GLOBE NEWSWIRE ) -- Bitget, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company has launched its native Wrapped Bitcoin ( BGBTC ) , providing earning opportunities for Bitcoin ( BTC ) holders.

The "blockchain for data" is building trust-minimized bridges for non-smart contract tokens like Bitcoin, XRP and Doge, Hugo Philion said.

Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower on Wednesday despite strong interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs. IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 8.8% and daily active addresses falling by 6.4%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are up from 11,812 to 11,911 in a single day.

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Coinbase Global Inc. COIN announced plans to remove Wrapped Bitcoin WBTC/USD from its trading platform, citing "listing standards," with trading suspension scheduled for Dec. 19. What Happened: The move follows the cryptocurrency exchange's recent launch of its own wrapped Bitcoin product, cbBTC, ...

The deployment will allow users to utilize Bitcoin in Solana's burgeoning DeFi ecosystem, according to Coinbase.

Following its Ethereum-based debut, Coinbase said the token is now live on a speedy, layer-1 competitor.

Over the past 24 hours, Wrapped Bitcoin's WBTC/USD price has risen 5.3% to $73,559.00. This continues its positive trend over the past week where it has experienced a 3.0% gain, moving from $71,837.59 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $75,128.00.

EigenLayer kicked off programmatic EIGEN token incentives for restakers in October.

The Bitcoin-backed DeFi project raised over 75 BTC in its token presale, blasting past its initial 35 BTC target.

Rune Christensen proposed a deflationary model for Sky, halting token emissions and aligning with MakerDAO's original supply reduction vision.

Over the past 24 hours, Wrapped Bitcoin's WBTC/USD price has risen 4.35% to $71,753.00. This continues its positive trend over the past week where it has experienced a 6.0% gain, moving from $67,398.41 to its current price. As it stands right now, the coin's all-time high is $73,505.00.

Bitcoin mining difficulty has surged by 378% over three years, signaling the potential for institutional-driven BTC stability by 2030.

Bitcoin's emerging layer-2 and DeFi ecosystems are sparking competition for BTC liquidity on other chains.

Crypto exchange Kraken has unveiled a new wrapped Bitcoin product dubbed kBTC, joining a growing battle with Coinbase, 21.co, and BitGo.

According to Kraken, kBTC reinforces Bitcoin's position as the "epicenter of crypto" and empowers developers to explore new ways to use BTC.