Countdown to Solana ETF: SEC Could Greenlight Applications as Soon as Next Month

Crypto Treasury Firms Go on $8B Buying Spree in Historic Week

Real Pokémon Cards From NFTs? Solana Project Lets Fans Redeem Graded Collectibles Straight From Digital Draws in Gacha-Style

Collector Crypt launched a digital system on Solana where people can buy NFT packs linked to real graded Pokémon cards. Buyers can either keep the NFT or claim the actual card, bringing together digital collecting and physical items.

Turkish Ride-Hailing Firm Marti Becomes Latest Public Company to Embrace Bitcoin with 20% Cash Reserve Allocation in Treasury Strategy

Marti, a Turkish ride-hailing company, has put 20% of its cash into Bitcoin and plans to increase that to 50%. The move is part of a long-term plan to use crypto as a store of value while keeping its main business growing.

Is Pumpfun’s PUMP Token Sale Still On? Solana Project’s $4B Launch Plans Hit by Gate Page Removal

Pumpfun will launch its PUMP token on 12 July, aiming to raise $600 million by selling 15% of its supply across its own site and Gate.com. Despite the hype, the platform’s revenue and user activity have dropped sharply, while rival LetsBonk is gaining ground.

Lazarus Group Strikes Again: $3.2M Stolen from Solana, Laundered Through Ethereum and Tornado Cash

North Korea-linked hackers stole $3.2 million in crypto from Solana wallets and moved the funds to Ethereum. They laundered nearly $2 million using Tornado Cash, with over $1 million still sitting in an Ethereum wallet.

Solana ETF and Pudgy Penguins Fund Enter SEC Review as Altcoin Investment Push Accelerates

Invesco and Galaxy filed for a Solana ETF, aiming to give investors regulated access to the SOL token. Another filing proposes a new ETF mixing memecoins and NFTs from the Pudgy Penguins collection, marking a first of its kind in the market.

Canadian Solana-Focused Investment Firm Files With SEC to List on Nasdaq and Enter US Market

Sol Strategies, a Canadian crypto investment firm, has applied to list on Nasdaq after heavily investing in Solana tokens and staking operations. Despite a recent $3.5 million loss, the company aims to raise more capital and grow its presence in the US market.

Solana Taps Dubai’s VARA for Strategic Partnership to Expand Web3 and Blockchain Infrastructure by Signing Milestone MoU

Dubai’s VARA has signed an MoU with the Solana Foundation to advance blockchain innovation and talent development. Despite this, SOL remains over 2% down in the past 24 hours and below its January peak although it saw a slight uptick during the recent Bitcoin-led market pullback.

Greenlight Turns Red: US SEC Warns Ethereum and Solana Staking ETFs May Violate Federal Law

The SEC raised legal concerns about new Ethereum and Solana ETFs that include staking rewards, saying they may not qualify under current investment rules. REX and Osprey must address these issues before the funds can launch.

Is Polish Presidential Candidate Sławomir Mentzen Following Donald Trump’s Crypto Playbook to Win Votes in Poland?

Polish presidential candidate Sławomir Mentzen promises to transform Poland into a "cryptocurrency haven" by creating a Bitcoin reserve and adopting crypto-friendly policies if elected. His vision reflects growing Bitcoin adoption in Poland, where millions now own the cryptocurrency, and he aims to leverage it as a key asset for the nation's future.

Google’s Gemini Told Student “Please Die” While Using the AI Chatbot for School Assignment

A graduate student received a disturbing message from Google’s Gemini AI chatbot, telling him to "please die," leaving him shaken. Google called it an isolated incident, but the event raised concerns about the potential harm AI can cause and the responsibility tech companies should bear for harmful content.

Bitfinex Hacker’s Wife Sentenced to 18 Months for Laundering Role, Husband Gets 5 Years: Justice Served or Flawed Disparity?

Heather Morgan, aka "Razzlekhan," received 18 months for laundering funds from the 2016 Bitfinex hack, while her husband, Ilya Lichtenstein, got five years for stealing 119,754 BTC. The sentencing disparity sparks debate: is justice fairly applied or inconsistent?

Massive Exploit Forces Polter Finance to Shut Down Temporarily After Devastating Hack Drains Funds, Recovery Efforts Underway

Polter, a DeFi app, was recently hit by a "classic" flash loan exploit, with Web3 experts citing price manipulation via oracles as the likely cause. The attack underscores vulnerabilities in how price feeds are managed in DeFi.

Brazilian Pianist’s Lost Bitcoin Password Costs Him $366,000 and His Health

A Brazilian pianist lost access to his Bitcoin wallet worth over 2 million reais after misplacing his recovery phrase. Despite efforts to recover it, he faces the harsh reality that without the backup phrase and PIN, the funds are likely gone for good.

Run for Web3: STEPN Targets Guinness World Record for Remote One-Mile Run in 24 Hours Starting 23 November

STEPN aims to set a Guinness World Records title by challenging users worldwide to complete a one-mile distance remotely within 24 hours, starting on 23 November. This event combines fitness with a record-breaking challenge for its global community.

Coca-Cola’s AI Ad Fails to Capture Holiday Magic and Fans Are Not Happy

Coca-Cola’s AI-generated Christmas ad has sparked backlash for its lifeless and mechanical feel, drawing criticism from creative professionals. The use of AI in the ad raises concerns about replacing human talent in the creative process, with many viewers feeling disconnected from the content.

Binance Clears the Air on BFUSD’s Concerns, Dispels Terra-like Stablecoin Misconceptions

Binance clarified that BFUSD is not a stablecoin after concerns arose over its high yields and comparisons to Terraform Labs' failed TerraClassicUSD.

Is Trump Media Building a Crypto Empire with Bakkt Acquisition in All-Stock Deal?

Trump Media is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire cryptocurrency firm Bakkt in an all-stock deal, sending Bakkt's shares soaring by 163%. Despite its high valuation, Trump Media faces financial challenges but aims to expand into the competitive crypto market.

Tornado Cash Co-Founder Roman Storm Faces Asset Seizure of $3.1 Million Homes and Tesla, Appeals for Donations to Fund Defence

Prosecutors seek to seize Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm's assets as his trial, delayed to April, looms. Storm is raising funds for his defence, while crypto privacy advocates criticise the case as an attack on privacy technologies.