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Solana’s Alpenglow: 85x Faster Transaction Finality
Solana has replaced its consensus protocol with Alpenglow, slashing transaction finality from 12.8 seconds to just 150 milliseconds — an 85x improvement. Here’s what this historic upgrade means for SOL, DeFi, and the broader crypto ecosystem.
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France Targets On-Chain Perps: What MiFID Rules Mean for Hyperliquid
French regulators are pushing to classify on-chain perpetual contracts like Hyperliquid under MiFID rules. Here’s what this potential reclassification could mean for DeFi platforms, European traders, and the future of decentralized finance.
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UK Crypto Rules Could Block Regulated DeFi Access
Proposed UK crypto rules for 2027 could restrict regulated firms from providing access to DeFi. A clear framework could protect users while preserving innovation rather than driving activity overseas.
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SoFi Launches 4.40% APY Tokenized Bank Deposit
SoFi Earn is a tokenized bank deposit offering 4.40% APY and 24/7 conversion into supported stablecoins. The product may provide a regulated bridge between traditional interest-bearing deposits and crypto markets.
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Coinbase Ireland Fined €3.25M Over Customer Funds
Ireland’s central bank has fined Coinbase Ireland €3.25 million over customer-fund safeguarding and control failures. The case highlights the growing regulatory pressure on crypto exchanges to protect user money.
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Chainlink Urges SEC to Create Clear Crypto Rules
Chainlink has joined Hedera, Aptos, Avalanche, and Stellar in formally asking the SEC to create a clear regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States. This coordinated effort represents one of the most significant pushes yet from major crypto projects seeking regulatory clarity.
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Starknet Votes for Quantum-Resistant Blockchain Research
Starknet voters have approved research into a standalone, quantum-resistant blockchain. A planned draft whitepaper will explore how the network might reduce Ethereum dependence and prepare for future computing threats.
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Aave V3.8 Upgrade: Reentrancy Protection Explained
Aave has proposed the V3.8 upgrade to add reentrancy protection across all 16 networks where it operates. This proactive security enhancement could set a new standard for DeFi risk management and cross-chain safety.