Press Releases

Beacon Network Launches to Combat Crypto Crime with Real-Time Collaboration

San Francisco-based blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs today unveiled the Beacon Network, a pioneering initiative aimed at curbing cryptocurrency-related financial crime. The Beacon Network, developed by TRM Labs, represents a significant step toward addressing the growing challenge of cryptocurrency-related financial crime. Founding members include prominent exchanges and industry players such as Binance, Bitfinex, Coinbase, Crypto.com, […]

Tether Appoints Former Trump Administration Crypto Advisor Bo Hines as Strategic Advisor

Tether appoints former Trump crypto policy advisor Bo Hines as strategic advisor to boost USDT’s digital assets and U.S. market strategy.

Stellar Development Foundation Joins ERC3643 Association

The Stellar Development Foundation joins the ERC3643 Association to advance blockchain standards and foster growth in the Stellar network.

Gemini Launches Self-Custodial Smart Wallet, Streamlining Onchain Access for Users

Gemini has announced the launch of Gemini Wallet, a self-custodial smart wallet designed to make DeFi and onchain apps more accessible to everyday users.

Bitcoin Smashes $124K Record as Ethereum Nears ATH Amid Surging ETF Inflows

Bitcoin hits a new all-time high, sparking a crypto market rally as Ethereum nears its highest level in almost four years.

Circle Unveils Arc, an Open Layer-1 Blockchain for Stablecoin Payments and FX

Circle launches Arc, an open EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain built for enterprise-grade stablecoin payments, FX, and capital markets.

PayPal Unveils Crypto Payment Option for U.S. Merchants to Slash Cross-Border Fees

PayPal Holdings Inc. will soon let U.S. merchants accept payments in over 100 cryptocurrencies, marking a significant step in its effort to lower cross-border transaction costs and broaden international commerce capabilities, the company announced Monday. The new service, called “Pay with Crypto,” is scheduled to roll out in the coming weeks. It will allow consumers […]

fractl Launches a Fundraising Accelerator for PolkaDot Projects

Toronto, Canada, 6th June 2025, Chainwire

Bybit’s Shunyet on Bitcoin’s ATH: ‘$125K Is Within Reach’ in Q2

Dubai, UAE, May 23rd, 2025, Chainwire – Bybit, the world’s second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, today shared insights from its Head of Derivatives, Shunyet Jan, following Bitcoin’s surge to a new all-time high. Shunyet attributes the historic rally to a powerful alignment of market catalysts and macroeconomic shifts, and projects continued upside if current conditions […]

Space and Time Launches on Mainnet to Power a New Generation of Data-Driven Crypto Apps

San Francisco, California, 8th May 2025, Chainwire

CoinGecko Celebrates 11th Anniversary with a Fresh New Look

CoinGecko, the world’s leading independent cryptocurrency data aggregator, has marked its 11th anniversary with a bold new brand identity and the introduction of two new mascots. This milestone reflects CoinGecko’s evolution from a simple price tracker to a globally recognized crypto data powerhouse. As CoinGecko enters its second decade, the company is embracing a friendlier, […]

Bybit Card Marks 2nd Anniversary with 1.5 Million Cards Issued, Enhancing User Experience and Accelerating Global Footprint

Dubai, UAE March 13th, 2025, Chainwire – Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, recently celebrated the second anniversary of the Bybit Card, a digital native solution for the borderless crypto community, at an event at Bybit’s Dubai headquarters on Mar. 7. Since its launch in Sep. 2023, the Bybit Card has rapidly become […]

Bybit Becomes the First Exchange to List USDtb, Bringing Institutional-Grade Stability to Crypto Traders

Dubai, UAE, March 6th, 2025, Chainwire – Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, becomes the first platform to include USDtb, a blockchain-based USD stablecoin created and managed by Ethena Labs, on its Spot exchange. USDtb combines the liquidity of stablecoins with the security and transparency of institutional-grade U.S. Treasury assets, marking a pivotal […]

Paris Blockchain Week Invites Founders to Start In Block Competition and Investors Day for Web3 Innovators

Paris, France, February 18th, 2025, Chainwire –Paris Blockchain Week, Europe’s leading Web3 conference “where business happens,” is inviting founders to apply to Crypto’s largest Startup Competition: Start in Block. Hundreds of startups will battle for a share of $10M+ in prizes while standing out to 400+ investors. PBW returns from April 8-10, 2025, at the iconic […]

Bybit Becomes First to List Avalon Token (AVL) with Up to 50% APR Rewards

Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has partnered with Avalon Labs to mark the exclusive launch of Avalon Token (AVL) on Bybit Spot. This collaboration introduces an initiative designed to enhance engagement within the Avalon ecosystem by offering an incentive-based savings mechanism through Bybit Earn’s Fixed Savings plans. A total of approximately […]

VALR Concludes the Year with a Strong Presence at Taipei Blockchain Week

Taipei, Taiwan, December 16th, 2024, Chainwire – VALR, Africa’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, capped off the year by partnering with Taipei Blockchain Week, where the exchange made a significant impact on discussions around the future of digital assets. At the well-attended conference, VALR’s Chief Marketing Officer, Ben Caselin, participated in a high-profile panel titled “Unlocking Web3 Potential […]

Ceffu Joins Forces with EOS to Deliver Advanced Custody and CeDeFi Opportunities

Calgary, Alberta, December 5th, 2024, Chainwire – The EOS Network Foundation (ENF) is pleased to announce that Ceffu, the institutional custody partner of Binance, now supports the EOS mainnet. This partnership provides institutional-grade custodian services while unlocking new CeDeFi opportunities for EOS token holders through Binance’s MirrorX integration. With Ceffu’s advanced custody infrastructure, institutions can confidently […]

Monsterz Announces Transition to Play-to-Earn Model at LabWeek Web3 Conference

Victoria, Australia, November 25th, 2024, Chainwire — At the LabWeek Web3 conference in Bangkok, Bao Doan, CEO of Pixel Craft and creator of the popular game Monsterz, announced the game’s transition to a Play-to-Earn (P2E) model. Initially launched as a clicker game, Monsterz has garnered a player base exceeding 80,000 users. The shift introduces new gameplay mechanics […]

Miss Universe Organization Unveils Digital Collectibles Initiative Entering Web3

New York City, NY, November 10th, 2024, Chainwire – The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) announces its historic entry into Web3 with the launch of “Crowns of Time,” a groundbreaking digital collectibles initiative that marks the organization’s first step into the future of digital engagement and community building. The collection launches today at web3.missuniverse.com, featuring 8,888 unique […]

Bybit Expands Shunyet Jan’s Role to Drive Institutional Growth

Dubai, UAE, November 8th, 2024, Chainwire – Bybit, the world’s second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, is pleased to announce that Shunyet Jan, its current Head of Derivatives, will take on an expanded role as Head of Institutional. This move underscores Bybit’s commitment to serving institutional clients and enhancing its innovative derivatives offerings. Expanding Responsibilities for […]