Curve Finance founder Michael Egorov is calling for industry-wide security standards after a wave of DeFi exploits. Investors say repeated failures are part of the sector’s evolution, not a sign of decline. Key Takeaways: Curve Finance’s Michael Egorov has urged for industry-wide DeFi standards after recent onchain exploits, targeting centralized weak points. Requests Ethereum and […]
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1xBit Highlights User Trade-Offs in Regulated iGaming Platforms
This sponsored press release was provided by 1xBit and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. 1xBit operates as a crypto iGaming platform built around digital asset transactions. The 1xBit platform serves a growing segment of crypto-native users who prefer direct interaction […]
Read MoreJapanese Government Bond Collateral Goes Onchain in New JSCC and Mizuho Blockchain Pilot
Japan Securities Clearing Corporation, Mizuho Financial Group, and Nomura Holdings have launched a proof-of-concept (PoC) trial to manage Japanese government bond (JGB) collateral on the Canton Network blockchain. Key Takeaways: JSCC, Mizuho, and Nomura launched a PoC on April 20, 2026, to test JGB digital collateral on the Canton Network. The JFSA-backed trial targets 24/7 […]
Read MoreTokenized Real-World Asset Market Cap Surges 20x in Three Years, Topping $29 Billion
The market capitalization of tokenized real-world assets ( RWA) has grown nearly 20-fold over the past three years, surpassing $29 billion as institutional adoption accelerates across private credit, government debt, and commodities. Key Takeaways: Tokenized RWA market cap has expanded 20x in three years, reaching $29.27 billion as per RWA.xyz data. Tokenized U.S. Treasuries grew […]
Read MoreDoordash Plans to Pay Drivers in Stablecoins Using Tempo Blockchain: Report
Doordash is planning to give its delivery drivers the option to receive payments in stablecoins through Tempo, a payments-focused blockchain developed by Stripe and Paradigm. Key Takeaways: The Information reports Doordash plans to pay its Dasher drivers in stablecoins via the Tempo blockchain, built by Stripe and Paradigm. Tempo raised $500 million in October 2025 […]
Read MoreLazarus Group Suspected of Moving $175M in ETH After Arbitrum Freezes $71M From KelpDAO Exploit
North Korea’s Lazarus Group is preliminarily attributed with draining approximately $292 million in rsETH from KelpDAO on April 18, 2026. The state-backed hacking entity has been responsible for billions of dollars stolen from the crypto industry over the last few years. Key Takeaways: Lazarus Group drained 116,500 rsETH from KelpDAO on April 18. The Arbitrum […]
Read MoreDune Data Reveals Close to 50% of Layerzero Apps Use Basic Security
A Dune Analytics report shows that nearly half of Layerzero applications rely on the lowest level of DVN security. The findings raise concerns about cross-chain risk following recent exploits. Most Layerzero OApps Rely on Basic DVN Security Configurations Nearly half of applications built on Layerzero are operating with the lowest level of security configuration, according […]
Read MoreBitMEX Joins Zodia’s Off-Venue Settlement Network to Ease Counterparty Risk
Zodia Custody has integrated the cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX into its Interchange network, allowing institutional clients to trade derivatives while keeping their assets in secure, third-party cold storage. Key Takeaways: Zodia Custody added BitMEX to its Interchange network in Q1 2026 to secure institutional trading. The move reduces 100% of counterparty risk by keeping assets in […]
Read MoreAdrian Wall of DSA Advances Stablecoin Policy Discussion at Blockchain and Fintech Conference at Harvard
This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Washington, D.C., April 20, 2026 — The Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing clear and ethical public policy, research and education […]
Read MoreUK Gas Firm Clarifies Bitcoin Mining Plans at Yorkshire Site
Reabold Resources has clarified it is only exploring small-scale bitcoin mining at its UK gas site, following reports of a broader pivot. The company says its primary focus remains domestic energy supply. Key Takeaways: Reabold said 2026 bitcoin mining at West Newton is small-scale, not a strategic pivot. UK gas site holds eight billion cubic […]
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