Joseph Rees

Japanese Government Bond Collateral Goes Onchain in New JSCC and Mizuho Blockchain Pilot

Key Takeaways: JSCC, Mizuho, and Nomura launched a PoC on April 20, 2026, to test JGB digital collateral on the…

3 weeks ago

Dune Data Reveals Close to 50% of Layerzero Apps Use Basic Security

Key TakeawaysDune Analytics found 47% of 2,665 Layerzero apps use 1-of-1 DVN, raising security risks.KelpDAO rsETH exploit highlights how minimal…

3 weeks ago

Coins.ph Now Allows Users to Pay USDT, USDC Via QRPh

Locally licensed Coins.ph has launched a new feature allowing its users to settle daily transactions using stablecoins through the national…

3 weeks ago

UK Gas Firm Clarifies Bitcoin Mining Plans at Yorkshire Site

Key Takeaways: Reabold said 2026 bitcoin mining at West Newton is small-scale, not a strategic pivot. UK gas site holds…

3 weeks ago

Arbitrum Security Council Freezes 30,766 ETH From KelpDAO Exploiter in Emergency Onchain Action

Key Takeaways: Arbitrum’s Security Council froze 30,766 ETH worth roughly 70 million from the KelpDAO exploiter on April 21. Peckshield…

3 weeks ago

Arbitrum Freezes $70M from KelpDAO Exploit, Intercepting North Korean Hackers

The Arbitrum Security Council has utilized its emergency powers to freeze and relocate 30,766 ETH, valued at over $70 million,…

3 weeks ago

Why the Wealthy Are Doubling Down on Bitcoin-Backed Debt

Key Takeaways: Xapo members increased active bitcoin-backed loans by 8.9% in Q1 2026 to avoid selling during volatility. Institutional use…

3 weeks ago

DICT Rejects Meta’s Misinformation Plan, Threatens Stricter Regulations

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has expressed dissatisfaction with Meta’s proposed measures to combat online disinformation, warning…

3 weeks ago

As Taxes Fade Away, Stablecoin Adoption Continues to Rise in Brazil

Key Takeaways: After hitting $6B in December, Bloquo notes stablecoins expedite B2B settlements to benefit from tax exemptions. Facing backlash,…

3 weeks ago

SEC Flags dYdX and Other Decentralized Exchanges for Unlicensed Operations in PH

The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a wave of public advisories against prominent decentralized cryptocurrency exchange dYdX,…

3 weeks ago