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While Solana parades on X with memes, Ethereum, the immovable rock, endures. Institutions, on the other hand, prefer solid ground over buzz: the fortress holds strong, for now.

AI in crypto: an impressive breakthrough! AI DApps challenge the leaders of Web3. Analysis of the figures from DappRadar.

In Dubai, a unique initiative is shaking up Web3 norms. The crypto exchange Bitget is teaming up with SWEAT, the pioneering ecosystem of the movement economy. Goal: turn daily walking into digital purchasing power. An unexpected bridge between the physical world and decentralized finance, unveiled at the Dubai Esports Festival.

Coinbase strikes hard. The American platform has just announced the acquisition of the giant Deribit for $2.9 billion. This operation reshapes the contours of the cryptocurrency derivatives market on a global scale. It positions Coinbase as a central player in a rapidly accelerating strategic segment, driven by institutional appetite.

A single message from Donald Trump was enough to electrify the markets. The announcement of a potential trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom propels bitcoin close to 100,000 dollars! Between tough politics and stagnant monetary decisions, BTC returns to the center of the game.

The Pectra upgrade, activated on May 7, was supposed to mark a turning point for Ethereum. On paper, it combines two major projects — Prague and Electra — to improve the execution layer and the consensus, respectively. A cleaner architecture, enhanced modularity, promising prospects... and yet, the crypto market remains unresponsive. Why?

A few years ago, the idea would have made people smile. Today, it has become law. New Hampshire has just become the very first American state to establish a strategic reserve... in bitcoin. Yes, you read that right. Crypto is no longer just in the wallets of geeks or sleepless traders; it is officially entering public accounts.

Bitwise Investment Company has just filed an S-1 form with the SEC to launch a spot ETF linked to the NEAR Protocol, currently the 33rd cryptocurrency by market capitalization. This decision follows a preliminary administrative filing made in April in the state of Delaware, indicating that this launch was already in preparation.

Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, has criticized Elizabeth Warren, a United States Senator representing Massachusetts, for opposing key legislation aimed at regulating stablecoins in the United States.

A troubling change in philosophy is at work among the Bitcoin Core developers who are turning a deaf ear to consensus.

Bitcoin recently experienced a slight decline, dropping by 4.3% in three days after flirting with $97,900. However, this pullback has not dampened analysts' optimism, who believe that these three indicators could propel BTC.

Tron is making a strong comeback in the stablecoin race. With a new injection of 1 billion USDT by Tether, the network is dangerously close to Ethereum, the current leader. This rebound marks a key milestone in the blockchain war to dominate the stablecoin market in cryptocurrency.

While the Core allows OP_RETURN to gain traction, Bent is choking, Mow is sulking, and even the bcashers are worried: Is Bitcoin eating its own decentralization?

As the crypto market begins a slight pullback early this week, bitcoin is recording a moderate decrease to $94,132. A technical correction that comes after a spike close to $98,000 last Friday. Should we see this as a simple temporary slowdown or a deeper warning signal?

Donald Trump finds himself at the center of a new media storm: his memecoin $TRUMP, backed by Solana, is skyrocketing... but the President of the United States claims he is not profiting from it. Amid denials, ethical concerns, and speculative surges, this case reignites the debate over the involvement of political figures in the crypto world.

BNP Paribas makes a notable entry into the crypto world by partnering with Pi Network. This strategic partnership could revolutionize the European financial landscape by combining the power of blockchain with the efficiency of SEPA transfers. A promising alliance that could propel the PI token to new heights.

Apple has just suffered a major legal setback: now, crypto app developers can integrate external payments without going through the App Store or paying a commission. An explosive decision that paves the way for a new era for Web3 games, NFTs, and the mobile crypto ecosystem.

Vitalik wants to shave for free: no more gas factories, a return to a comprehensible Ethereum without a doctorate, with a RISC-V machine as the engine and a layer 1 as clean as a new penny.

May could change everything for bitcoin. As the threat of a global recession looms and tensions between the United States and China intensify, the market holds its breath. A trade agreement could trigger a new bull run... but a failure could plunge BTC into the red.

Arizona has just rejected an ambitious bill aimed at integrating bitcoin into its official reserves. While several states are exploring this bold avenue, Governor Katie Hobbs' veto reignites the national debate on the future of BTC in public management and institutional finance.

Bitcoin strikes hard: with a price flirting with $97,000 and a market dominance of 64.89%, the queen of crypto reaches its highest level since 2021! Driven by distrust towards altcoins and a tense macro context, BTC crushes the competition and attracts capital.

While Asia rushes and America funds, Europe shuffles paperwork, piles up regulations, and waits for innovation to knock at its door… with form B-27.

The crypto market for RWA (Real World Assets) would be a largely overvalued illusion according to Chris Yin, CEO of Plume. He questions the official figures and asserts that the current enthusiasm is based on false data, far from reflecting the reality on the ground or the actual interest of institutions.

Tether is hitting hard at the start of 2025: with over $1 billion in profits and $5.6 billion in excess reserves, the leader in stablecoins confirms its supremacy in the crypto market. This financial performance strengthens its position against regulators and emerging competitors.

As Ethereum ETFs struggle to attract investors, the cryptocurrency is going through a turbulent period. Unfortunately, without a sustained bullish rally or a strong narrative, even with significant staking, ETH flows will stagnate, according to Eric Balchunas. Coming to the rescue, Vitalik Buterin is launching an emergency plan to prevent a collapse... but several signs already indicate the extinction of Ethereum by 2040.

The round ball is entering a new dimension. Forget simple passes and sliding tackles: FIFA has taken a step further into the metaverse. On April 30th, the global football organization announced the creation of a homegrown blockchain, simply called "FIFA Blockchain." A decision that, at first glance, seems purely technical. But behind the lines of code, a whole crypto strategy is taking shape, much bolder than it appears.

And what if banks, the secular pillars of global finance, were living their last years? This is not the warning of a crypto maximalist, but that of Eric Trump. From the podium of Liberty University, the businessman warned: without rapid adoption of cryptos and blockchain, banks could disappear within a decade. Thus, in a context where decentralized finance is gaining ground, this position reveals the flaws of a rigid system faced with a rapidly accelerating technology.

Vitalik Buterin has bold ambitions for Ethereum in 2025. With essential tools at his disposal, such as network resilience and large-scale decentralization, he unveils a vision that could redefine the future of crypto. It remains to be seen whether these plans will be enough to save Ethereum.