Security
Crypto hackers steal $169M from 34 DeFi protocols in Q1: DefiLlama
January saw the largest attack against a DeFi protocol of the quarter, the $40 million private key compromise of portfolio management platform Step Finance.
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Regulation
Tokenization makes finance more efficient but introduces risks: IMF
The IMF said tokenization could improve cross-border payments and financial inclusion in emerging economies but cited concerns over volatility and the “erosion of monetary sovereignty.”
Market
Stablecoins flip automated clearing house volume in February
Stablecoin monthly transaction volume hit $7.2 trillion in February, surpassing the $6.8 trillion processed by the Automated Clearing House network.
Regulation
Todd Blanche, author of DOJ crypto enforcement memo, is now interim AG
Todd Blanche has been appointed as interim Attorney General, marking a significant development for cryptocurrency regulation enforcement. Blanche previously authored the Department of Justice's comprehensive crypto enforcement memo that outlined the agency's approach to digital asset prosecutions and compliance frameworks. Blanche brings extensive experience in both
Technology
Naoris Launches Post-Quantum Blockchain as Bitcoin, Ethereum Devs Scramble to Face Threat
Naoris Protocol says its blockchain network uses quantum-resistant cryptography, as the wider crypto industry prepares for future threats.
Regulation
Crypto market structure bill release pushed back as industries view revised stablecoin yield compromise this week
The release of a highly anticipated crypto market structure bill has been delayed as industry stakeholders review a revised compromise proposal regarding stablecoin yield regulations this week. The postponement comes as lawmakers work to address competing interests between traditional financial institutions and cryptocurrency companies over how stablecoins should generate and
Exchange
USDC Stablecoin Issuer Circle Unveils New Token to Give Bitcoin More Utility
Publicly traded stablecoin issuer Circle is launching a new token, cirBTC, its own wrapped Bitcoin alternative.
Exchange
Polymarket expands into equities and commodities with Pyth price feeds
The prediction market is introducing price-based contracts tied to stocks and commodities, using Pyth data feeds as the "resolution source" to automatically settle outcomes.
Technology
How Securitize is working with NYSE to bring equities onchain
Carlos Domingo explains how tokenized equities, regulatory clarity, and major partnerships like NYSE are pushing blockchain into mainstream finance.
Regulation
Coinbase wins initial bank regulator nod for trust charter, boosting custody push
Coinbase has received preliminary approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust charter, marking a significant regulatory milestone for the cryptocurrency exchange. The initial nod from the federal banking regulator advances Coinbase's efforts to expand its institutional custody services and operate
Regulation
CFTC sues Illinois over state's cease-and-desist letters against prediction markets
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Illinois, challenging the state's regulatory actions against prediction market platforms. The lawsuit stems from cease-and-desist letters issued by Illinois regulators to several prediction market operators, which the CFTC argues interfere with federal jurisdiction
Security
North Koreans hackers likely behind $286 million Drift Protocol exploit: Elliptic
North Korean hackers are likely responsible for the $286 million exploit of Drift Protocol, according to blockchain analytics firm Elliptic. The attack targeted the Solana-based decentralized perpetual futures exchange, marking one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts of 2026. Elliptic's investigation traced the stolen funds through various blockchain addresses