[Valetta, Malta, Dec. 16, 2025] OKX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and global on-chain technology company, today announced the launch of Spot Margin trading for customers in Europe, expanding its suite of advanced trading tools across the region.
The new offering extends capabilities already available on OKX’s global platform, including up to 10× leverage for spot margin, and cross-margin mode which allows your full portfolio to be considered as collateral, while ensuring adherence to regional regulatory requirements. With this launch, OKX is making margin products accessible to European customers while emphasizing a transparent, risk-managed framework supported by the company’s established global risk controls and Proof-of-Reserves verification system.
With Spot Margin trading, European customers gain access to OKX’s familiar and battle-tested margin system equipped with comprehensive risk controls, transparent asset verification, and real-time monitoring. As part of this rollout, BTC and ETH margin trading pairs will be available against USDC with up to 10× leverage for both long and short positions, executed through an independent unified USD EEA orderbook. This structure ensures full compliance with regional requirements while maintaining the liquidity depth, speed, and overall performance customers expect from OKX.
Spot Margin on OKX Europe enables customers to:
Access up to 10× leverage on supported trading pairs
Deploy hedging strategies using long and short positions
Learn and manage risk through transparent Loan-to-Value (LTV) parameters and automated liquidation education tools
“Europe is a tier-1 region for OKX, and today’s launch reflects our commitment to offering secure, transparent, and responsibly designed trading tools to European customers,” said Erald Ghoos, CEO of OKX Europe.
“By bringing Spot Margin to OKX Europe, we are giving customers access to the same high-quality infrastructure trusted globally, while meeting the expectations of both regulators and our community.”
About OKX
Trusted by more than 100 million customers around the globe, OKX is a technology company building a decentralized future that makes the world more tradable, transparent and connected. We’re known for being one of the fastest and most reliable crypto apps in the world, and have processed trillions of dollars in transactions.
We have key regional offices, including headquarters in San José, California, for the Americas and in Dubai for the Middle East. We also have offices in São Paulo, New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Republic of Türkiye, Australia and Europe. Over the past several years, we’ve built one of the world’s most comprehensive regulatory compliant, licensed crypto companies. We hold licenses in the United States, the UAE, EEA, Singapore and Australia, as well as in other markets.
We’re steadfastly committed to transparency and security and publish Proof of Reserves reports on a monthly basis. To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit:okx.com.
Global cryptocurrency exchange ZOOMEX today announced the launch of its flagship year-end event, the “Fair Play Cup” Trading Competition. Featuring a total prize pool of up to $100,000, the competition serves not only as a global arena for traders to compete, but also as a concrete demonstration of ZOOMEX’s long-standing commitment to the core principles of fairness, transparency, and integrity.
According to ZOOMEX, the Fair Play Cup is designed to provide a level, transparent trading environment where all participants compete on equal footing—allowing traders to focus purely on strategy, skill, and performance.
Event Highlights and Reward Structure
The Fair Play Cup will run from December 15 to December 31, 2025 (10:00 UTC). Its reward mechanism is designed to benefit a broad range of participants:
Prize Pool Scale:
The competition begins with a 50,000 USDT prize pool, which will expand based on participation, with a maximum cap of $100,000.
Rankings and Coverage:
The champion will earn up to $12,000 in rewards. Notably, rewards extend to the Top 100 traders, with prizes starting from $250, ensuring wider recognition of strong trading performance.
Trader Subsidies and New User Incentives:
To help traders manage risk while refining strategies, ZOOMEX offers a $300 trading subsidy for participants who reach $50,000 in trading volume and incur net losses exceeding $300.
In addition, newly registered users can enjoy a 100% deposit cashback of up to $1,000, lowering the entry barrier for first-time participants.
The Philosophy Behind the Event: A Long-Term Commitment to Fairness
ZOOMEX stated that the name “Fair Play Cup” reflects the platform’s fundamental belief that a truly competitive market must be built on fairness and equal opportunity. The event is rooted in a set of long-term principles and operational practices:
Profit Usability and Value Ownership:
ZOOMEX emphasizes that profits earned—whether during competitions or regular trading—are fully usable and freely accessible. This principle of “value ownership” is considered central to protecting user interests and strengthening confidence in capital control.
Transparency as a System, Not a Slogan:
Fairness and transparency at ZOOMEX are embedded into its operational framework. From reserve transparency and publicly verifiable fund data to traceable security and compliance disclosures, the platform aims to build trust through verifiable mechanisms rather than marketing claims.
Security and Compliance: The Foundation of a Fair Trading Environment
To support a truly fair and reliable trading ecosystem, ZOOMEX highlighted its ongoing investments in security and regulatory compliance:
Advanced Security Infrastructure:
User assets are protected through multi-signature authorization, hot and cold wallet segregation, least-privilege access controls, and multi-layer authentication systems.
Global Compliance Standards:
ZOOMEX operates in accordance with international regulatory requirements and holds multiple registrations, including AUSTRAC and MSB licenses, among others.
Independent Third-Party Audits:
The platform has undergone security audits conducted by leading firms such as Hacken, reinforcing the credibility and robustness of its systems.
ZOOMEX invites traders worldwide to take part in the Fair Play Cup Trading Competition, compete for top honors, and experience firsthand the secure, transparent, and fair trading environment the platform is committed to delivering.
Founded in 2021, Zoomex is a global cryptocurrency trading platform with over 3 million users across 35+ countries and regions, offering 600+ trading pairs. With the core values of “Simple × User-Friendly × Fast,” the platform is committed to delivering high-performance, low-barrier trading experiences. By optimizing the matching engine and user interaction processes, Zoomex supports millisecond-level order execution and enhances usability through a minimalist interface.
As the official partner of the Haas F1 team, Zoomex demonstrates speed, precision, and cutting-edge technology both on the track and in trading. Zoomex is also proud to announce a global exclusive brand ambassador partnership with world-class goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, further strengthening brand image and user trust through his professional spirit and global influence.
The platform also prioritizes security and compliance, holding regulatory licenses including Canada MSB, US MSB, US NFA, and Australia AUSTRAC, and has undergone audits by blockchain security firm Hacken. With flexible identity verification and a free trading system, Zoomex is building a faster, safer, and more accessible trading environment for users worldwide.
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, December 16, 2025 — An independent audit has formally verified the physical gold reserves backing USDKG, the gold-backed stablecoin introduced under the regulatory framework of the Kyrgyz Republic. The review confirms that the full reserve quantity, chain of custody, and valuation align with the issuance of the first 50 million USDKG tokens, reinforcing the stablecoin’s position as one of the most transparent commodity-backed digital assets in the market.
The audit was conducted by Kreston Global, a major international accounting network. Their review followed ISRS 4400, Agreed-Upon Procedures Engagements, and included physical inspection, documentation checks, valuation analysis, contractual verification, and on-chain wallet control testing. The auditors confirmed the presence of 30 gold bars, totaling approximately 376 kilograms, all sealed, stamped, and stored in a secure vault operated by a licensed private reserve manager.
According to the report, the gold reserves were valued at 50.3 million U.S. dollars based on LBMA pricing as of November 28, 2025. At the time of the audit, the value of the reserves exceeded the quantity of USDKG in circulation. This establishes a higher standard of collateralization than typically seen in asset-backed stablecoins, where real-time physical reserve audits remain rare.
The audit also tracked the complete transfer path of the gold reserves. Kreston reviewed documentation confirming movement from the Ministry of Finance to the private reserve management entity and then to the secure banking facility. Serial numbers, weight certificates, purity details, acceptance acts, and storage contracts were all examined for consistency, while the 15 sealed boxes containing the bars were checked against the official packing lists.
In addition to the physical reserve inspection, Kreston verified control of the official Ethereum and Tron smart contract wallets used for USDKG issuance. The auditors requested on-chain transactions to confirm active control, further reinforcing the project’s transparency claims and bridging the link between token supply and verified reserves.
The publication of the audit addresses several of the most common concerns surrounding gold-backed digital assets.
Some observers view gold as outdated or disconnected from modern financial infrastructure. However, the presence of physically inspected and independently confirmed bullion provides a form of collateral that is transparent, measurable, and insulated from commercial bank exposure. This stands in contrast to weaknesses frequently highlighted in fiat-backed models, where reserve visibility can be limited.
The audit findings also help clarify the project’s strategic intent. USDKG is denominated in U.S. dollars and built for global interoperability, which positions it as a predictable and compliant asset rather than a participant in currency rivalry. While the stablecoin is supervised within the Kyrgyz Republic’s regulatory framework, its purpose is economic efficiency and transparent value transfer, not geopolitical signaling. This distinction matters as governments and institutions increasingly evaluate how asset-backed stablecoins fit into international financial systems.
The project’s operating structure further supports this positioning. USDKG is supervised by the Ministry of Finance but operated independently by a licensed private entity. This design provides state-level oversight without political influence in operational decisions and helps align the project with international best practices.
The findings arrive during a period of broader market interest in commodity-backed stablecoins. Tether recently became one of the largest private holders of gold, signaling a shifting preference among institutions and crypto market participants toward reserves backed by real, verifiable assets. USDKG joins this emerging category with a level of transparency that includes both fully public smart contracts and now a detailed third-party audit of physical holdings.
The Kyrgyz Republic has spent the past several years establishing a clear legal structure for virtual assets, including licensing for miners, exchanges, token issuers, and custodial service providers. USDKG reflects the trajectory of these policies by pairing innovation with regulatory discipline. The audit strengthens credibility with exchanges, institutional partners, and regulators evaluating gold-backed digital assets and offers a reference point for how emerging markets can build responsible, asset-backed financial instruments with documented reserves. With the audit now published on USDKG’s official website, they are taking a significant step toward establishing trust in a category where transparency often falls short. The combination of verifiable physical collateral, visible on-chain data, and adherence to international reporting standards gives the stablecoin a framework designed for long-term reliability and global interoperability.
[Panama City, Dec. 16, 2025] –BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 AI company, has reached a major milestone by surpassing 40 million global users. This achievement marks an extraordinary 100% year-over-year growth, cementing BingX’s position as one of the fastest-growing platforms in the industry.
Pioneering Innovation in the Crypto Space
BingX is at the forefront of innovation in the crypto space. The exchange launched a groundbreaking $300 million commitment to AI, making a strong push into an AI-native crypto exchange. This bold move has attracted over 3 million early users who are trading with BingX AI Bingo and BingX AI Master, which provide advanced insights and enhance decision-making.
In addition, BingX has introduced a CeDeFi approach with the launch of BingX Chainspot, a centralized exchange system with decentralized transparency, marking a first in the industry. This hybrid model blends the strengths of centralized exchanges with the security and transparency of decentralized finance (DeFi), offering users enhanced flexibility and trust in their trading environment.
Early Access to the Market and Offerings
BingX has further enhanced its trading offerings with improvements across both spot and futures trading:
Futures trading: BingX ranked among the top 5 global derivatives platforms, offering 24/7 global support and powerful trading features. Key upgrades include a Separate Isolated Margin Mode for more flexible futures trading and integration with TradingView for advanced charting and strategy execution. Additionally, BingX continues to innovate by becoming one of the first exchanges to offer WLFI pre-market futures trading and RWA Index Perpetuals.
Spot trading: The platform has launched a one-stop Spot Listing hub and Listing FastTrack, a faster pathway for innovative projects to be listed. In addition, BingX introduced the Shards Program, an new rewards system that offers users access to exclusive airdrops, trading fee discounts, and VIP privileges, enhancing their engagement with the platform. With over 1,100 trading pairs and integrations with 170 public chain ecosystems, BingX is at the forefront of new token listings, including early access to Monad (MON), Pump.fun XPool, and ZORA.
Copy Trading 2.0: As a pioneer in crypto copy trading, BingX’s community has grown to 400,000 traders with a cumulative trading volume of $580 million, and cumulative trading orders of 1.3 billion. The new Copy Trading 2.0 introduced a revamped interface, optimized workflows, and advanced customization features that empower traders by making trading simpler and more user-centric.
Uncompromising Commitment to Security
BingX has always prioritized user security and transparency. The platform has consistently provided publicly accessible, verifiable 100% Proof of Reserves since 2022, reinforcing its commitment to accountability. To further protect users, BingX launched a $150 million Shield Fund and has achieved ISO 27001 certification, meeting the highest security standards in the industry. In addition, BingX has attained PCI DSS v4.0.1 certification for its fiat business, ensuring robust safeguards for both user data and financial transactions.
User-centric Enhancements for the Community
BingX’s dedication to its users is exemplified through a series of new community-driven initiatives designed to enhance the trading experience.
VIP Program: The revamped VIP program now offers zero-fee trading and exclusive concierge services, further elevating the platform’s appeal to high-volume traders.
BingX Academy 2.0 Upgrades: A major overhaul of BingX Academy has brought a more intuitive interface, expanded resources, and interactive learning tools, helping users navigate the complexities of digital assets with ease.
Strategic Investments in the Future of Web3
BingX has shown continued dedication to the evolution of the Web3 space, with BingX Labs investing $16 million in promising Web3 projects. This commitment underscores BingX’s role as a driving force in the future of decentralized technologies. Additionally, BingX is nurturing the next generation of crypto leaders through its TalentX program, empowering young talent to explore career opportunities within the digital asset industry.
Beyond innovation and trading, BingX has maintained its corporate social responsibility efforts, making impactful donations globally, including a donation of $200,000 USD to the “One Light, Thousands of Hearts” initiative in Vietnam, and a donation of HKD $5 million to the Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, following a tragic fire disaster.
“Reaching 40 million users is more than just a number,” said Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer of BingX.
“It represents the recognition we have received from our users, partners, and the broader crypto community. Every milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to innovation, security, and putting our users first, and it motivates us to continue doing more for our users. We always take a step further, and that is the spirit we hope to demonstrate in our Beyond the Alpha campaign.”
To celebrate this significant achievement, BingX is launching its “Beyond the Alpha” campaign, a celebration of its commitment to engaging with users in innovative and meaningful ways. Running from Dec. 15 to Dec. 26, 2025, the campaign invites users to participate in a lucky draw for a chance to win guaranteed prizes, including a limited-edition BingX Field Barista Kit, trading vouchers, and more. Users can earn additional entries by completing daily tasks such as trading, depositing, and referring to new users.
BingX will also release a first-ever branded music video, showcasing the key achievements and reinforcing its dedication to delivering secure, user-friendly, and responsive products and services.
About BingX
Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading crypto exchange and Web3 AI company, serving a global community of over 40 million users. With a comprehensive suite of AI-powered products and services, including derivatives, spot trading, and copy trading, BingX caters to the evolving needs of users across all experience levels, from beginners to professionals. Committed to building a trustworthy and intelligent trading platform, BingX empowers users with innovative tools designed to enhance performance and confidence. In 2024, BingX became the official crypto exchange partner of Chelsea Football Club, marking an exciting debut in the world of sports sponsorship.
Superfortune, the web3 AI application incubated by Manta Network, has launched the first version of its mobile app, marking a strategic expansion beyond crypto-native users into the global consumer market. The app brings AI-powered metaphysics — including systems such as BaZi and Feng Shui — to a broader audience through personalized, data-driven readings and guidance.
The launch follows Superfortune’s early success within web3. The platform currently serves more than 20,000 daily active users and ranks as the top AI application on BNB Chain, signaling early product-market fit prior to its mobile expansion.
The move reflects Superfortune’s broader strategy to build consumer-facing applications that extend blockchain utility beyond financial use cases. While metaphysics-based services represent a multi-hundred-billion-dollar global market — particularly across East and Southeast Asia — the space has historically remained fragmented and offline. Superfortune aims to modernize this category by combining traditional metaphysical frameworks with scalable AI infrastructure.
The mobile app is powered by a proprietary, domain-specific AI system fine-tuned for metaphysics and personalized readings. By leveraging large language model configurations trained on structured metaphysical knowledge, the system delivers contextual guidance while maintaining consistency and cultural grounding at scale. The Manta Network team is expanding the AI model configuration to enable even more unique features for the mobile application.
The application will support several core use cases, including daily personal guidance and self-reflection, decision support for business and professional contexts — particularly in Asia — and access to real-world temples and practitioners for users seeking more personalized experiences.
“The Web3 industry has spent years building financial primitives, but real adoption comes from applications people actually use every day,” said Kenny Li, cofounder of Manta Network. “Superfortune shows how AI and blockchain can support consumer-facing experiences with real users, real engagement, and real revenue.”
The mobile launch complements Superfortune’s existing on-chain features, including its Qi Purification mechanism released in collaboration with Trust Wallet and Four.meme, which allows users to convert dormant or low-value digital assets into the platform’s native token. Together, these features position Superfortune as a hybrid Web2–Web3 application focused on utility, engagement, and long-term sustainability.
The Superfortune mobile app is available now on the Google Play Store with a future release soon on the iOS App Store. More information can be found at https://Superfortune.xyz.
About Superfortune
Superfortune is an AI-powered metaphysics platform that combines traditional Asian systems such as BaZi and Feng Shui with modern machine learning and blockchain infrastructure. Incubated by Manta Network, the platform serves more than 20,000 daily active users and ranks as the top AI application on BNB Chain.
BTCC, the world’s longest-serving cryptocurrency exchange, has been named Best Centralized Exchange in the Community Choice category at The BeInCrypto 100 Awards 2025. The award was announced during a live virtual ceremony on December 10, 2025.
The BeInCrypto 100 Awards is an annual event celebrating the leaders, products and initiatives shaping the future of Web3, organized by BeInCrypto, a reputable independent news and media platform, in partnership with Binance Square. In the “Best Centralized Exchanges” category, BTCC received the highest number of votes from global cryptocurrency users.
“Winning the community vote for ‘Best Centralized Exchange’ is incredibly meaningful,” said Aaryn Ling, Head of Branding at BTCC. “This award reflects the trust that our 10 million users place in BTCC every day. It validates our 14-year commitment to transparency, security, and putting our community first.”
A Track Record That Speaks for Itself
BTCC’s recognition is supported by strong operational metrics throughout 2025. The platform now offers over 400 futures trading pairs and more than 460 spot trading pairs, providing comprehensive access to the latest and most popular markets for over 10 million global users. In Q3 2025 alone, BTCC achieved a record of $1.15 trillion in both futures and spot trading volume, marking 20% quarter-over-quarter growth.
Underpinning these achievements is BTCC’s 14-year security record. Since its founding in 2011, the exchange has maintained a zero-incident track record with no security breaches, a rare distinction in an industry where trust and security are paramount.
The BeInCrypto award caps a year of industry recognition for BTCC. The exchange earned triple honors from FXEmpire in 2025 as the Lowest Fee Crypto Exchange, Best Fiat-to-Crypto Trading Platform, and Best Crypto Exchange in the USA. BTCC’s growing mainstream presence is further reflected in its partnership with NBA All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr., the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, as global brand ambassador, connecting the mass public audience with crypto accessibility.
Community Celebration: 10M USDT Flagship Campaign and Giveaway
To celebrate this milestone, BTCC is launching a flagship trading competition with a 10 million USDT prize pool, one of the largest reward pools offered by any exchange in recent industry history. The competition invites traders worldwide to compete for significant rewards. Stay tuned to BTCC’s official X account for complete campaign details.
Additionally, BTCC is thanking the community with a special giveaway for their continued support, offering 1,000 USDT to 10 winners. Full details are now available on BTCC’s X account (@BTCCexchange).
Looking ahead to 2026, BTCC plans to expand its spot and futures offerings, introduce new platform features, and deepen its engagement with communities worldwide, building on this year’s momentum to deliver even greater value to its growing global user base.
About BTCC
Founded in 2011, BTCC is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million users across 100+ countries. Partnered with 2023 Defensive Player of the Year and 2x NBA All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. as global brand ambassador, BTCC delivers secure, accessible crypto trading services with an unmatched user experience.
GRID will host the annual web3 Year-End Gala: Seoul 2025 on December 18 in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam, with strategic sponsorship from global digital asset trading platform Zoomex Lab and support from Tencent Cloud and media partner Coinness.
Themed “A Night of Innovation, Influence & Impact,” the Gala aims to connect Korea’s dynamic market with international trends, showcasing how web3 can seamlessly integrate into real-world payment systems and elevate user experience in 2026.
Key Highlights
Technology & Innovation: AI project Supernet will present infrastructure breakthroughs, demonstrating AI-driven web3 payments with efficiency and seamlessness.
Platform Strategy: Zoomex Lab’s Marketing Director will reveal the platform’s 2026 roadmap, emphasizing intuitive user interactions and the “user-first” philosophy.
Market Insights: DBN Media Korea will share the latest trends and insights within the Korean web3 ecosystem.
Industry leaders, including the founder of Coinness, CEO of Xangle, and Zoomex Lab representatives, will explore regulatory opportunities, data compliance, and platform strategies, emphasizing exceptional user experience as the key driver for mainstream web3 adoption.
Cross-Industry Excitement & International Stars
Sports Guest: A globally renowned athlete will appear as a mystery guest, highlighting Zoomex Lab’s strength in sports marketing.
K-Dance Opening Show: Korea’s popular girl group will energize the audience with a high-octane performance.
web3 Trend Night: Top DJs, including DJ Pluma, DJ SODA, and DJ Yena will deliver an international networking party with electrifying live music.
Multiple interactive raffles will award prizes, including the latest iPhone 17 Pro, Haas F1 merchandise, and Golden Bitcoin collectibles, rewarding attendees for their support.
web3 Year-End Gala: Seoul 2025 is by invitation only. Zoomex Lab invites guests to Cheongdam-dong, Seoul, on December 18 to experience innovation and celebrate the future of web3 payments.
About ZOOMEX
Founded in 2021, Zoomex is a global cryptocurrency trading platform with over 3 million users across 35+ countries and regions, offering 600+ trading pairs. With the core values of “Simple × User-Friendly × Fast,” the platform is committed to delivering high-performance, low-barrier trading experiences. By optimizing the matching engine and user interaction processes, Zoomex supports millisecond-level order execution and enhances usability through a minimalist interface.
As the official partner of the Haas F1 team, Zoomex demonstrates speed, precision, and cutting-edge technology both on the track and in trading. Zoomex is also proud to announce a global exclusive brand ambassador partnership with world-class goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, further strengthening brand image and user trust through his professional spirit and global influence.
The platform also prioritizes security and compliance, holding regulatory licenses including Canada MSB, US MSB, US NFA, and Australia AUSTRAC, and has undergone audits by blockchain security firm Hacken. With flexible identity verification and a free trading system, Zoomex is building a faster, safer, and more accessible trading environment for users worldwide.
Trust Wallet, the world’s leading self-custody web3 wallet with over 220 million users has today announced the integration of Revolut’s on-ramp, Revolut Pay within Trust Wallet.
Through this partnership, European users can now purchase crypto seamlessly and instantly with Revolut Pay (with zero Revolut fees), as well as through supported cards and bank transfers. The initial token roll-out includes five in-demand assets for European users: BTC, ETH, SOL, and USDC, with asset expansion planned in the future.
Available across both Trust Wallet mobile and desktop, the integration delivers one of the fastest and most intuitive crypto funding experiences in Europe today. By combining Revolut’s trusted fintech rails with Trust Wallet’s trusted wallet infrastructure, the partnership will remove friction while preserving the seamless, user-first experience that mainstream audiences expect. It signals a broader shift: mainstream fintech and web3 converging around a user-first model, one which combines Web2 ease with web3 ownership.
At the heart of the partnership is a commitment to making the first crypto purchase – often the hardest step for new users – as simple as shopping online. And in doing so, enabling anyone to buy their first crypto in seconds, and moving from curiosity to ownership with ease.
“We believe buying your first crypto should be as simple as any everyday online payment,” said Eowyn Chen, CEO of Trust Wallet.
“By integrating Revolut Pay, we’re giving users a fast, familiar, and fee-free way to get started. This integration reduces friction for first-time buyers and provides the most reliable path for users to move from curiosity to action in web3.”
By pairing Revolut’s familiar payment ecosystem with Trust Wallet’s global web3 access, the integration lowers barriers for not only first-time crypto buyers but also returning users looking to fund their wallet quickly and confidently.
The move is a major step toward Trust Wallet’s vision of building the first true web3 neobank: a global financial gateway where users can access crypto, DeFi, tokenized assets, and everyday financial services – all while keeping full ownership of their assets.
About Trust Wallet
Trust Wallet is the secure, self-custody web3 wallet and gateway for people who want to fully own, control, and leverage the power of their digital assets. From beginners to experienced users, Trust Wallet makes it easier, safer, and convenient for millions of people around the world to experience web3, access DApps securely, store and manage their crypto and NFTs, as well as buy, sell, and stake crypto to earn rewards — all in one place and without limits.
Revolut is a global fintech, helping people get more from their money. In 2015, Revolut launched in the UK offering money transfer and exchange. Today, more than 65 million customers around the world use dozens of Revolut’s innovative products to make more than a billion transactions a month.
Across our personal and business accounts, we give customers more control over their finances and connect people seamlessly across the world.
Kyrgyzstan has officially launched USDKG, a gold-backed stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the U.S. dollar, with an initial issue of $50 million. The token is issued on Tron and fully audited by ConsenSys Diligence, with future expansion slated to include Ethereum support.
The issuer, OJSC Virtual Asset Issuer, is a state-owned entity under the Ministry of Finance, operating within the legal framework established by the 2022 Law on Virtual Assets of the Kyrgyz Republic. The initiative represents a first-of-its-kind model in Central Asia, merging sovereign oversight with blockchain transparency.
The launch ceremony was attended by Sadyr Japarov, President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Almaz Baketaev, Minister of Finance, and Biibolot Mamytov, CEO of Gold Dollar, the project’s operator. During the event, the dignitaries pressed a symbolic “Launch Issuance” button, officially initiating the circulation of USDKG tokens.
The issuance of USDKG is carried out by a company with 100% state participation, ensuring a high level of investor trust and institutional reliability. A total of 50,000,000 USDKG tokens have been issued, each fully backed by physical gold reserves. Operational control — including gold management — is delegated to a private company registered in the Kyrgyz Republic, under a contractual agreement with the USDKG issuer.
This separation of responsibilities ensures independent operational oversight and positions USDKG outside the classification of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). The company responsible for managing USDKG’s gold reserves, has outlined plans to expand the backing to $500 million in the next phase, with a long-term target of $2 billion.
The stablecoin is fully compliant with FATF KYC/AML standards, and redemptions require standard identity verification. It is designed to facilitate financial inclusion.
Kyrgyzstan is among the first nations in the region to establish a comprehensive digital-asset regulatory framework, setting a precedent for state-supervised virtual currencies. Government representatives emphasized that such initiatives aim to enhance economic transparency and trade efficiency, rather than serve any geopolitical agenda. Officials also noted that USDKG complements, rather than competes with, the national monetary system.
The project reframes traditional narratives around state-issued and commodity-backed digital assets. Its gold collateral serves as a verifiable, inflation-resistant foundation, aligning with a growing market preference for transparent, real-asset-backed stablecoins. By combining physical reserves with on-chain verification, USDKG introduces a model of measurable stability uncommon in the current stablecoin landscape. The state-backed structure provides a clear regulatory framework built on accountability and public oversight.
The Kyrgyz initiative underscores a broader trend toward responsible digital-asset innovation in emerging markets. The government’s focus on regulatory discipline, transparency, and tangible reserves signals a pragmatic approach to blockchain-based modernization.
With USDKG, Kyrgyzstan positions itself as a regional first-mover in regulated asset-backed digital currencies — both bridging traditional finance and blockchain infrastructure and maintaining full sovereign oversight.
Abu Dhabi-based network launches mainnet with $ADI token, 50+ projects in the pipeline for deployment, and infrastructure ready to host dirham-backed stablecoin
Today, the ADI Foundation announced the mainnet launch of ADI Chain, the first institutional L2 blockchain for stablecoins and real-world assets in the MENA region. The $ADI token launches simultaneously on Kraken, Crypto.com, and KuCoin, and soon on eToro. The token will also be available through Wallet in Telegram, enabling users to manage $ADI directly within the Telegram app, as well as Fasset, the global banking and investment platform.
After months of development and institutional partnerships, the infrastructure built to solve blockchain adoption in emerging markets becomes a reality.
Why Governments Need Different Infrastructure
ADI Foundation set out with a clear mission: onboard one billion people to blockchain by 2030. Achieving goals of this magnitude requires governments to actively participate in blockchain deployment. Yet the world’s fastest-growing economies – spanning the Middle East, Asia, and Africa – operate under fundamentally different constraints. National payment systems rely on centralized infrastructure. Currency regulations mandate government oversight of cross-border capital flows. Monetary policy depends on jurisdictional control over transaction networks.
ADI Chain emerged as a purpose-built infrastructure for these exact requirements.
This L2 network enables governments and institutions to deploy blockchain-based innovations, including stablecoins, cross-border remittances, tokenized real-world assets, digital payments, and secured healthcare data. Governments and institutions can now build compliant, regulated L3 chains aligned with local laws and requirements.
The $ADI token is the native gas token for all transactions on ADI Chain and its associated L3 domains, serving as the settlement currency within the ecosystem and facilitating value exchange between enterprises, developers, validators, and users across Web3-native and enterprise-grade use cases. Token holders can also stake $ADI into a treasury-backed pool as a part of the network’s governance and utility features.
Building on a Network of 50+ Businesses
ADI Chain was chosen to host the UAE Dirham-backed stablecoin, which will be issued by two major players in the region: First Abu Dhabi Bank and IHC, and is set to be regulated by the UAE Central Bank.
ADI has partnered with ADREC to accelerate blockchain adoption in Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector through tokenized ownership and secure digital registries. ADI Foundation also signed an MoU with Emirates Driving Company to pilot blockchain solutions for the UAE’s driver education sector, including secure digital records, automated workflows, and stablecoin payments.
Key technology partners include ZKsync, which powers ADI Chain’s scalability and security through zero-knowledge proofs, making ADI the first public blockchain built with ZKsync’s Airbender stack. Alchemy provides infrastructure for national-scale deployment, while WalletConnect powers wallet-to-dApp connectivity, and Covalent delivers real-time blockchain data for institutional applications.
Founded by Sirius International Holding, a digital arm of IHC — MENA’s largest listed holding company, the ADI Foundation drives the mission to onboard one billion people to blockchain by 2030, expanding partnerships across 20 countries and championing institutional adoption in the MENA region and beyond.
ADI Chain is the compliant, scalable infrastructure layer built by the ADI Foundation to make this vision a reality. The L2 network launches with partnerships across 20 countries and over 50 projects in the pipeline for deployment.
Next Milestones
Mainnet marks the shift from testing to deployment. Governments, institutions, and developers can now deploy applications for payments, digital identity, and economic connectivity. The dirham-backed stablecoin (DDSC) will launch on ADI Chain, demonstrating how regulated stablecoins operate within national legal frameworks.
In January, the ADI Foundation will participate in the World Economic Forum in Davos as part of IHC House, presenting how ADI Chain supports national infrastructure for payments, digital identity, and governance. In February, the foundation will connect with developers at ETHDenver to explore Web3 opportunities and present sovereign infrastructure capabilities.
The ‘Future Tech 4.0’ educational platform will launch alongside ADGM and leading universities to train over 10,000 Web3 specialists in Abu Dhabi.
Bringing a different idea of blockchain to life has begun. With mainnet live, $ADI token launched, and partnerships spanning over 20 countries, ADI Foundation now enables governments and institutions across emerging markets in service of its core mission: bringing one billion people onchain by 2030.
That’s Different.
About ADI Foundation & ADI Chain
ADI Foundation is an Abu Dhabi-based non-profit founded by Sirius International Holding, a subsidiary of IHC, dedicated to empowering governments and institutions in emerging markets through blockchain infrastructure. The foundation’s mission is to bring one billion people into the digital economy by 2030, building on a foundation of 500+ million people already within its ecosystem reach.
ADI Chain is the first institutional Layer 2 blockchain for stablecoins and real-world assets in the MENA region, providing settlement infrastructure for First Abu Dhabi Bank and IHC’s dirham-backed stablecoin, set to be regulated by the UAE Central Bank. The network operates on three pillars – Compliance, Efficiency, Security – serving governments implementing blockchain infrastructure across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
ADI Chain and the ADI token are developed by ADI DLT Foundation (“ADI”), a technology foundation. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or tax advice, nor an offer to buy or sell any digital asset. All features, token utilities, timelines, and launch details are subject to change without notice. No guarantees are made regarding future performance or token value. Investment capital is a risk.
ADI Chain and the ADI token are developed by ADI DLT Foundation (“ADI”), a technology foundation.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal or tax advice, nor an offer to buy or sell any digital asset.
All features, token utilities, timelines and launch details are subject to change without notice. No guarantees are made regarding future performance or token value.
[Victoria, Seychelles, 9 December 2025] BitMEX, one of the safest crypto exchanges, announced today the launch of fiat-to-crypto on-ramps on its platform through a partnership with Mercuryo, a global payment infrastructure platform.
The introduction of this feature will enable users on the exchange to purchase cryptocurrency using a variety of fiat currencies.
The availability of Mercuryo’s on-ramps on BitMEX will simplify the onboarding of new users, streamlining the process of converting fiat assets such as USD into digital tokens to use for trading on the platform.
Payment methods accepted via the BitMEX-Mercuryo integration include credit cards, bank transfer, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. More than 30 fiat currencies are supported through the integration, available to traders in all eligible jurisdictions*.
The integration will allow user accounts to be credited with their chosen cryptocurrency in a matter of minutes. With the payment gateway directly integrated into BitMEX, users can convert their fiat into crypto to support their trading on BitMEX’s spot and futures markets, including bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL).
“The integration of Mercuryo’s on-ramps on the BitMEX platform provides our users with a robust and intuitive means of converting fiat into the cryptocurrency of their choice,” said Raphael Polansky, Chief Growth Officer at BitMEX. “The user experience (UX) is everything in crypt,o and Mercuryo has proven expertise in delivering an optimum on-ramp experience.”
“The integration of Mercuryo’s on-ramps gives BitMEX traders the convenience of a trusted gateway wrapped in a familiar interface,” said Petr Kozyakov, Co-Founder and CEO at Mercuryo. “This is an important step towards enhancing the trading experience for millions of BitMEX’s global users.”
For more information on the new fiat-to-crypto conversion feature on BitMEX, visit this page.
About BitMEX
BitMEX is the OG crypto derivatives exchange, providing professional crypto traders with a platform that caters to their needs through low latency, deep crypto native liquidity, and unmatched reliability.
Since its founding, no cryptocurrency has been lost through intrusion or hacking, allowing BitMEX users to trade safely in the knowledge that their funds are secure. So that they have access to the products and tools they require to be profitable. BitMEX was also one of the first exchanges to publish its on-chain Proof of Reserves and Proof of Liabilities data. The exchange continues to publish this data twice a week, proving assurance that they safely store and segregate the funds they are entrusted with.
Mercuryo is a first-mover and innovator in the fast-evolving Web3 space, providing a variety of payment solutions along with integrated on-chain functionality. Mercuryo’s intuitive solutions are simplifying the experience for newcomers to the digital token space. Since 2018, Mercuryo has proudly partnered with industry leaders such as MetaMask, Trust Wallet, Ledger, 1inch, PancakeSwap, and more, with plans to expand further as we continue to innovate with our stack of products.
With deep roots in onchain privacy, Horizen has successfully migrated to Ethereum as a Layer-3 blockchain on Base for privacy-enabled and regulatory-ready applications.
Horizen has officially launched its mainnet as an EVM-native rollup on Base, marking its full transition from an independent proof-of-work blockchain to a privacy application-focused chain within the Ethereum ecosystem. The move positions Horizen as a high-performance infrastructure layer where developers can deploy Solidity-based applications while tapping into Base’s liquidity, developer ecosystem, and compliance-forward approach.
This milestone follows the July 2025 migration of ZEN, Horizen’s native token, from its original mainchain to Base as an ERC-20 asset. With its 21-million token cap preserved, ZEN now trades on decentralized exchanges such as Aerodrome and Uniswap, and legacy token holders can claim their migrated assets through Horizen’s dedicated portal. ZEN is currently available on Binance, Binance US, Coinbase, OKX, Bybit, Bitget & other major exchanges.
Launch partners include leading ecosystem infrastructure providers that enable developers to build robust apps on Horizen from day one: Caldera for rollup-as-a-service, LayerZero for omnichain interoperability, Stork for low-latency oracle feeds, Den for multisig wallet support, and Goldsky for indexing and data streaming.
In July, Horizen introduced a five-year developer funding program in partnership with Thrive Protocol allocating 1 million ZEN tokens (roughly $8.8 million). to support builders creating privacy-first onchain applications. As Horizen opens for business on Base, the initial set of available applications include Hubz VCE and Gamblor, with a robust and steadily expanding pipeline of projects going live shortly after mainnet, including private DeFi and business applications such as privacy-preserving payroll, verifiable online advertising, and loyalty & user engagement.
The shift to Base addresses a central challenge faced by many independent blockchains – limited liquidity and developer reach. As a Layer-3 blockchain, Horizen gains direct access to the EVM ecosystem and Base’s core infrastructure. Developers can now build on Horizen using familiar EVM tooling while benefiting from lower costs, faster finality, and inherited Ethereum-grade security.
By processing most transaction activity within its own network before batching and settling to Base, Horizen enables localized execution and maintains flexibility over gas economics, token policy, and application-layer logic, while relying on Base and Ethereum for final settlement.
From Independent L1 to Ethereum L3
Launched in 2017 as ZenCash, Horizen began as a Bitcoin-style proof-of-work chain with optional privacy features. Over the years, it expanded its technical foundation through Zendoo, a zero-knowledge-based sidechain protocol, and EON, an EVM sidechain that debuted in 2023. These combined experiences have all informed Horizen’s transition away from its legacy infrastructure and to the native EVM landscape.
Bringing Regulatory-Compliant Privacy to Base
Horizen’s next phase focuses on introducing privacy-centric applications and privacy-enhancing tools to the Base ecosystem. Developers will be able to implement selective disclosure for transfers, swaps, and on-chain identity features using standard Solidity frameworks, making privacy a practical option within Ethereum’s DeFi landscape. Through its 5-year, 100M ZEN token developer funding program in partnership with Thrive Protocol, builders are already deploying applications on Horizen.
The network will also integrate with zkVerify, Horizen Labs’ dedicated zero-knowledge proof-verification chain. Applications that depend on intensive zero-knowledge proof validation can offload that computation to zkVerify, which batches and returns compressed verification results to Horizen, cutting gas costs and latency for complex cryptographic operations.
A Familiar Environment for Developers
The new mainnet offers a fully EVM-compatible environment where teams can deploy Solidity contracts, integrate Base’s tools, and leverage the established OP Stack foundation. The combination of fast finality, low fees, and native integration with Base makes Horizen a strong fit for DeFi, SocialFi, gaming, and data-intensive applications that demand scale, flexibility, and privacy utility.
Roadmap
In conjunction with the mainnet launch, the first applications to go live on Horizen demonstrate its privacy-first approach to ecosystem development. Post-launch, ZEN staking will be reintroduced, enabling token holders to participate in network rewards through a new staking mechanism. Horizen Labs will release a builder preview of its Confidential Compute Environment, providing early access to developers building privacy-preserving applications.
In Q1 2026, the Confidential Compute Environment will launch, using Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) to isolate and encrypt computation directly on-chain. This environment will give developers a tool to deploy privacy-preserving applications without learning complex cryptography, thereby enabling secure, private app execution right onchain.
Horizen
Horizen is an EVM-native privacy-first ecosystem on Base, built to power practical, regulatory-compliant private execution for real onchain business activity. Designed for businesses and users that need confidentiality without sacrificing interoperability or compliance, Horizen offers a secure and auditable environment for privacy-centric applications and transactions, supported by an expanding ecosystem. The ZEN token anchors economic participation across Horizen, powering governance, utility, and long-term ecosystem alignment.
About Horizen Labs
Founded in 2019, Horizen Labs is a leading blockchain technology company specializing in zero-knowledge cryptography. Dedicated to scaling decentralized networks, Horizen Labs is elevating blockchain technology to unprecedented levels of efficiency. By focusing on developing next-gen, modular architectures, Horizen Labs is setting new standards for performance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Horizen Labs is trusted by industry giants such as Yuga Labs, Animoca Brands, and Offchain Labs. Additionally, it is the development company engaged by the ApeCoin DAO and Horizen DAO to develop leading projects such as ApeChain and Horizen. Horizen Labs is a globally distributed team with offices in Milan and New York City.
[VILNIUS, Lithuania, Dec. 9, 2025]BTCC, the world’s longest-serving cryptocurrency exchange, today announced the integration of its perpetual futures pairs on TradingView, a charting platform with over 100 million users globally. The integration enables traders to access BTCC’s 400+ futures pairs directly through TradingView’s charting and trading platform.
The partnership addresses our users’ growing demand for seamless trading experiences that combine execution capabilities with advanced market analysis. TradingView, which is recognized for its comprehensive and powerful market analysis features, provides traders with professional charting tools, customizable indicators, and real-time market data.
Through the integration, BTCC users can now react swiftly to market movements, refine their strategies, and execute perpetual futures trades within a single platform.
The integration comes at a time of significant growth for BTCC. The exchange previously announced its Q3 2025 Growth Report, where it recorded $1.15 trillion in trading volume during the quarter and currently offers more than 400 perpetual futures pairs, all of which are now accessible on TradingView.
This move builds on the exchange’s recent momentum, including its partnership with 2023 Defensive Player of the Year and 2x NBA All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. as global brand ambassador.
“This integration combines TradingView’s analytical tools with BTCC’s range of perpetual futures pairs and deep liquidity,” said Marcus Chen, Product Manager at BTCC.
“Our focus is on equipping traders with the resources they need to execute their strategies effectively, and this collaboration reinforces our commitment to professional-grade derivatives trading experiences.”
Getting Started on TradingView
Users can connect their BTCC accounts to TradingView in three simple steps:
Step 1: On the TradingView platform, log in to your account. Then go to the Chart page and navigate to the Trading Panel section.
Step 2: Select BTCC from the broker list, then click “Connect”.
Step 3: Once connected, traders can instantly trade BTCC’s perpetual futures pairs across Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Dogecoin, and hundreds of other cryptocurrency pairs directly from the TradingView platform.
This TradingView integration marks another step in BTCC’s continued efforts to deliver a user-centric trading experience. As the industry’s longest-serving crypto exchange, BTCC remains focused on expanding access to professional tools while setting standards for platform reliability and performance.
About TradingView
TradingView is the world’s most popular charting platform and the industry’s forefront for financial visualization solutions. 100M+ traders worldwide use it as the go-to destination to chart, chat, and trade financial markets. TradingVIew’s product portfolio includes best-in-class charts, versatile commercial libraries, a social network, and many more tools for retail and business audiences.
About BTCC
Founded in 2011, BTCC is a leading global cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million users across 100+ countries. Partnered with 2023 Defensive Player of the Year and 2x NBA All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. as global brand ambassador, BTCC delivers secure, accessible crypto trading services with an unmatched user experience.
[Abu Dhabi, UAE] Investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders came together for Capital Gathering F1 Abu Dhabi edition – the only high-tech and AI-focused evening of Abu Dhabi’s Formula 1 weekend, where the real conversations happened off the conference floor. BeInCrypto joined as a media partner for Capital Gathering.
Hosted on a private rooftop close to Yas Marina Circuit, Capital Gathering brought together a curated mix of VCs, family offices, and founders across AI, web3, gaming, fintech, and deep tech in Abu Dhabi – the region’s home to some of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds and asset managers.
Capital Gathering was co-hosted with key ecosystem partners: NAPKIN, an ADGM-based M&A platform rolling up high-growth digital disruptors toward $500M in revenue and an IPO by 2027, serving brands like Netflix, Nike, Coca-Cola, and P&G; IVPAY, which enables crypto payments for businesses with automatic crypto-to-fiat conversion through a licensed exchange in the UAE; CryptoRobotics, an automated trading platform and gateway to top crypto exchanges for algorithmic traders, operating since 2018; and RACECRAFT.
“Abu Dhabi is no longer just a pit stop; it’s where racing, technology, and capital come together,” said George Zhuravskiy, racing driver and founder of RACECRAFT.
“At Racecraft, we make motorsport more accessible and data-driven through simulation and coaching, and Capital Gathering brought that same energy to founders and investors building what’s next.”
The main event was followed by the Capital Gathering Afterparty, which opened its doors to an extended circle of guests, keeping conversations and connections going late into the night and reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role as a hub where global capital meets frontier innovation.
As on-chain derivatives continue to expand at record pace, the perpetual DEX sector has entered a phase of intensifying competition. This environment is characterized by record volumes, growing demand for market depth, and heightened user sensitivity toward fees. Against this backdrop, SunX officially launched its “Trade to Earn” campaign. Leveraging an innovative and highly compelling negative-fee incentive, the event has triggered a surge in activity across the ecosystem.
Explosive Growth: Users Flock to Zero-Cost Trading
According to operational data released by SunX, as of 09:00 on December 2 (UTC), the event has driven over 410 million USDT in cumulative trading volume within just a few days of launch. In a market where competition among perpetual DEXs is reaching new highs, the figure underscores both traders’ strong appetite for low-cost trading on-chain and SunX’s accelerating momentum in liquidity capture and user engagement.
The incentive results have also drawn strong attention. Since the event launch, SunX has distributed 3,939,056 $SUN as rewards (valued at approximately 82,484 USDT), while simultaneously helping users save 76,853 USDT in trading fees. For traders primarily engaged in high-frequency trading and strategy trading, the negative-fee model dramatically improves both their cost efficiency and engagement.
Fixing Pain Point of Trading Fees: Maker and Taker Subsidies
Gas costs and trading fees have long been the primary barriers limiting high-frequency traders on on-chain derivatives platforms. SunX is addressing this head-on by transforming trading costs into tangible, immediately realizable returns through a mining-driven incentive mechanism that naturally fosters market depth and liquidity.
According to the event, participants who trade perpetual futures in BTCUSDT, ETHUSDT, and SUNUSDT will receive a full rebate of all their trading fees, plus additional rewards in $SUN token.
● Maker rewards reach 110%, driving deeper order books
● Taker rewards climb to 107%, lifting turnover and overall market vitality.
To ensure fairness and sustainability, the campaign introduces a 500 USDT equivalent hourly reward cap per user, a 90,000 USDT daily prize pool, and a total prize pool of 1,350,000 USDT. In effect, the “trading is earning” model converts every trading fee on the platform into an instant gain.
Deflationary Engine: Fee Revenue Fully Used for Buyback and Burn
Despite distributing substantial rewards, SunX has also reinforced its long-term economic architecture for the $SUN token.
The platform confirms that all fee revenue generated from registered participants will be used entirely for $SUN buybacks and burns scheduled at the end of each quarter.
The buyback-and-burn model channels the campaign’s surging trading volume directly into a real purchasing engine for $SUN. This supports the token’s long-term appreciation while aligning incentives among traders, token holders, and the platform itself.
Final Stretch: Campaign Ends December 6
The first phase of the “Trade to Earn” campaign is now in its final stage and will officially conclude at 12:00 on December 6, 2025 (UTC).
With perpetual DEX trading volumes reaching all-time highs, SunX’s negative-fee subsidies have emerged as one of the most cost-effective and liquidity-rich opportunities available to on-chain traders. For investors seeking deep liquidity and low slippage, the current remains an advantageous moment to participate before incentives expire.
About SunX
SunX is the TRON ecosystem’s first native decentralized perpetual futures exchange. It aims to integrate the smooth experience and security of centralized exchanges with the asset sovereignty of decentralized finance to build a new generation of on-chain derivatives infrastructure. With core advantages including the lowest fees, 0 gas trading, secure on-chain custody, high-performance matching, full-chain liquidity integration, and intelligent risk management, the platform is committed to providing fair, efficient, and free DeFi derivatives trading services to global users.
As a strategic pivot for TRON’s evolution of its on-chain financial system, SunX is leading a profound financial paradigm shift, propelling the crypto market toward genuine inclusivity and openness.
For more information about SunX, please visit www.sunx.io
VerifiedX (VFX) network, the people’s network and a decentralized global leader in self-custody and Web3 wallet financial infrastructure powering institutional and consumer-grade blockchain utility and Blockdaemon a leading U.S.- headquartered institutional-grade crypto infrastructure company, today announced a major first-mover strategic partnership. Together, Blockdaemon and VerifiedX will now deliver a new era of accessible, scalable, and secure decentralized finance (DeFi) for everyday users around the world.
This collaboration integrates Blockdaemon’s battle-tested institutional tooling directly into VerifiedX’s products, including the VFX SwitchBlade Wallet and the Butterfly social payment platform, giving consumers seamless access to rewards, borrowing, lending, and other advanced DeFi capabilities, without the complexity of traditional Web3 interfaces or custody requirements.
Democratizing Blockchain Finance for All
Through this partnership, VerifiedX and Blockdaemon will empower users to save, spend, pay, earn rewards, and access credit in an intuitive, compliant, and fully self-custodial way.
Key benefits include:
Institutional-Grade DeFi for Consumers
Blockdaemon’s staking, node, and liquidity infrastructure, which is utilized by banks, exchanges, and asset managers, will now be embedded directly into VerifiedX’s user-facing apps. Users gain access to the same professional-grade tools previously reserved for institutions.
Seamless Reward Generation
Users will be able to generate rewards on Bitcoin, stablecoins, and other supported assets directly within SwitchBlade and Butterfly, with one-tap actions that abstract away technical complexity.
Borrowing and Lending Made Effortless
VerifiedX will unlock decentralized borrowing and lending rails, letting consumers borrow against their assets and access on-chain credit markets using simplified, consumer-friendly interfaces powered by Blockdaemon’s backend.
Self-Custodial, Frictionless Access
All features remain fully self-custodial and on-chain, where users retain ownership of their assets while benefiting from VerifiedX’s universal settlement layer and simple UX, and Blockdaemon’s infrastructure.
A Unified Financial Experience
These DeFi capabilities will live inside both the VFX SwitchBlade wallet and the Butterfly social payment app, allowing users to save and earn rewards, send money globally in seconds, pay merchants or friends, borrow or lend, and hold crypto or stablecoins.
Move between fiat and digital assets All with a username and password, without managing private keys, seed phrases, or complex DeFi dashboards.
A Partnership Built to Scale
The collaboration is designed to grow into emerging areas of blockchain finance as VerifiedX and Blockdaemon continue to innovate. The roadmap includes:
New staking and reward generating markets powered by Blockdaemon’s node network
Cross-chain liquidity tools optimized for mainstream users
Expanded institutional access so banks, fintechs, and enterprises can integrate VerifiedX rails backed by Blockdaemon’s compliance and infrastructure
Advanced on-chain financial products, including tokenized assets and high-security settlement rails
Global scaling, enabling VerifiedX to serve millions of users with Blockdaemon’s cloud-native, globally distributed architecture
Both ecosystems see this as the beginning of a long-term technical and strategic alignment, with ongoing integration points across wallets, payments, social apps, and decentralized finance.
The VerifiedX Foundation, said:
“Our pursuit was always to make blockchain finance simple, self-custodial, safe, accessible, and usable for everyone. Partnering with Blockdaemon brings institutional-grade infrastructure directly into the hands of everyday people with zero friction. Together we are redefining how users save, earn, borrow, and pay—without intermediaries, complexity, or barriers.”
“Our infrastructure has long served institutions that demand precision and reliability. Integrating it into VerifiedX now offers that same standard to consumers, making decentralized finance both safer and more accessible without compromising on performance or compliance,” said Demetrios Skalkotos, Chief DeFi and Protocols Officer at Blockdaemon.
About VerifiedX
VerifiedX – VFX (VerifiedX.IO) is the people’s network, a next-generation decentralized protocol that is both a universal layer 1 and a Bitcoin specific reliever chain, focused on trust, transparency, freedom, independence, and deflationary economics. Through products like SwitchBlade and the Butterfly social payment platform, VerifiedX makes saving, spending, storing, tokenizing, earning yield, and accessing credit simple and user-first—all while remaining completely self-custodial empowering everyone to be their own bank.
Blockdaemon is the institutional gateway to Web3, securing over $110B in digital assets for 400+ institutions, including exchanges, custodians, crypto platforms, and financial enterprises. Blockdaemon offers institutional-grade blockchain infrastructure spanning nodes, APIs, staking, MPC wallets and vaults. Since 2017, its globally distributed infrastructure ensures unrivaled security, compliance, and scalability.
Di pasar crypto, kelancaran proses penarikan dana sering kali menjadi salah satu perhatian utama trader. Baru-baru ini, seorang user yang melakukan trading futures di Zoomex berhasil mendulang profit senilai US$280.000 dan sukses menarik seluruh jumlah tersebut. Tak ayal, hal itu menunjukkan stabilitas dan juga transparansi platform dalam proses deposit serta withdrawal. Kasus ini juga menegaskan komitmen Zoomex untuk melindungi hak-hak pengguna sebagai bagian inti dari filosofi layanan mereka.
User Trading Futures Berhasil Kembangkan Profit Jadi Rp4,65 Miliar & Selesaikan Withdrawal dengan Lancar
Menurut laporan, seorang pengguna Zoomex secara bertahap mengumpulkan profit di tengah tingginya volatilitas pasar bulan lalu, hingga akhirnya mencapai US$280.000 (Rp4,65 miliar). Meski keuntungan besar tersebut menarik perhatian komunitas, fokus utama diskusi justru tertuju pada hasil penarikannya.
Si trader menyatakan bahwa setelah mengajukan permintaan withdrawal, tidak ada alert risk control, tidak ada permintaan dokumen tambahan, serta tidak ada penundaan akibat manual review. Seluruh proses sama seperti withdrawal biasa, dan dana pun tiba tepat waktu.
Pengguna tersebut berkomentar:
“Saya sudah mengantisipasi adanya keterlambatan atau pengecekan tambahan, tetapi seluruh proses berlangsung mulus dan tepat waktu. Ini benar-benar mengejutkan saya dan membuat saya merasa tenang.”
Menyediakan Layanan yang Transparan dan Adil, Menjadi Salah Satu CEX Paling Dipercaya Pengguna
“Untuk aktivitas tradingyang sah dan compliant, Zoomex memiliki kewajiban untuk menjamin kebebasan pengguna dalam melakukan deposit dan withdrawal. Penarikan profit adalah hak bagi trader.”
Sementara minat global pada aset kripto terus meningkat, regulasi masih berkembang, membuat banyak pengguna berhati-hati untuk memasuki pasar. Zoomex menekankan bahwa mereka bertujuan menciptakan lingkungan centralized exchange (CEX) di mana pengguna dapat tradingdengan percaya diri dan rasa aman.
Sebagai pintu masuk pertama ke Web3 bagi sebagian besar pendatang baru, Zoomex berharap dapat memainkan peran positif di titik akses penting ini—membantu lebih banyak orang memahami kenyamanan dan potensi Web3, serta membawa kepercayaan lebih besar bagi industri secara keseluruhan.
Trader Ritel Layak Dapat Perlakuan Adil dan Hak untuk Bawa Pulang Profitnya
Tak dimungkiri, pasar crypto telah menjadi pilihan investasi utama bagi generasi muda, termasuk banyak lulusan baru yang memilih aset kripto sebagai investasi pertama mereka. Keberhasilan withdrawal (penarikan) di Zoomex ini menunjukkan bahwa pengguna biasa yang serius melakukan riset dan trading masih memiliki peluang untuk menghasilkan untung yang substansial.
Menurut pengguna tersebut, setelah menarik dana senilai US$280.000, bukan hanya tidak ada pembatasan, Zoomex bahkan kemudian menunjuk dirinya sebagai “model trader” (trader teladan), menawarkan diskon biaya, bonus kredit, dan peluang kolaborasi. Kondisi ini menunjukkan bahwa Zoomex berpihak pada trader pekerja keras, membuktikan bahwa dengan komitmen dan pembelajaran terus-menerus, orang biasa dapat meraih profit—dan berhasil menariknya.
Tentang Zoomex
Didirikan pada 2021, Zoomex adalah platform trading aset kripto global dengan lebih dari 3 juta pengguna di 35+ negara dan wilayah, menawarkan lebih dari 600 pasangan trading. Dengan nilai inti “Simple × Easy-to-Use × Lightning Fast”, Zoomex berkomitmen untuk menghadirkan pengalaman trading berkinerja tinggi dengan hambatan rendah. Dengan mengoptimalkan matching engine dan alur interaksi pengguna, platform ini mendukung eksekusi order pada tingkat milidetik dan meningkatkan kegunaan lewat antarmuka yang minimalis.
Sebagai mitra resmi MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, Zoomex menunjukkan kecepatan, presisi, dan teknologi mutakhir yang sama dalam balapan maupun trading. Zoomex juga bangga mengumumkan kemitraan eksklusif global dengan kiper kelas dunia Emiliano Martínez, memanfaatkan profesionalismenya dan pengaruh internasional untuk memperkuat kepercayaan dan eksposur brand.
Platform ini menempatkan penekanan kuat pada keamanan dan compliance (kepatuhan), memegang lisensi regulasi termasuk Canada MSB, U.S. MSB, U.S. NFA, dan Australia AUSTRAC, serta telah lulus audit dari perusahaan keamanan blockchain Hacken. Dengan mekanisme verifikasi identitas yang fleksibel dan lingkungan trading yang terbuka serta user-friendly, Zoomex membangun ekosistem yang lebih cepat, lebih aman, dan lebih dapat diakses bagi pengguna global.
“Untuk aktivitas trading yang sah dan compliant, Zoomex memiliki kewajiban untuk menjamin kebebasan pengguna dalam melakukan deposit dan withdrawal. Penarikan profit adalah hak bagi trader.”
The newly launched Firelight Protocol introduces staking rewards for XRP through a novel on-chain economic security primitive designed to protect DeFi assets from exploits.
Enabling New Use Cases for XRP
XRP, while being one of the largest crypto assets by market cap, does not have any native staking or yield opportunities. Firelight aims to add a new layer of value for XRP by providing a staking layer that utilizes the staked XRP for providing on-chain cover. This cover can be contracted by DeFi protocols in order to safeguard asset value in case of hacks and exploits.
Bridging the Gap to Institutional-Grade DeFi
DeFi has just come through one of its strongest growth periods ever, surpassing $170 billion in TVL in October, driven largely by institutional demand. At the same time, more than $1 billion is lost to DeFi exploits every year, and recent high-profile incidents like the Balancer exploit have sharpened concerns around asset safety. In traditional finance, insurance is embedded into every market, but DeFi still largely lacks this critical layer of protection, creating a major bottleneck for the next wave of institutional adoption. Firelight is designed to close this gap by providing robust DeFi cover, and the real, growing demand for this protection will help drive value back to XRP holders.
Security-First Approach
Firelight, incubated by Sentora and backed by Flare, utilizes Flare’s FAssets to bring XRP into the protocol. Unlike many generic bridges, FAssets is fully decentralized, and extensively audited, providing a robust on/off-ramp for XRP into DeFi.
At launch, Firelight has completed three audits—one by OpenZeppelin and one by Coinspect and a bug bounty program supported by Immunifi to help ensure maximum protocol security.
How Firelight Enables XRP to Enter DeFi
Firelight will launch across two phases. In the launch phase, XRP holders can deposit XRP and receive stXRP, a 1:1 fully backed, ERC-20 compliant liquid vault token.
stXRP serves as a transferable receipt for users’ deposits and can be freely used across the Flare DeFi ecosystem, from swapping on DEXs, to serving as collateral in lending protocols, or contributing to liquidity pools. Participants in the launch vault will also be eligible to earn Firelight Points.
In Phase 2, staking will back DeFi cover. ensuring a high-impact use-case with real demand to provide rewards for stakers. This will be the sole purpose of the protocol; capital deployed on Firelight will be allocated to this DeFi cover mechanism.
Backed by Industry Leaders
Sentora, as the technical service provider, and Flare Network, as the protocol enabling the creation of FAssets (e.g., FXRP), are the primary contributors to Firelight. Both organizations are backed by Ripple and share a mission to expand XRP’s role in DeFi. Their combined expertise in secure interoperability, protocol design, and network operations provides Firelight with deep technical support and a clear path for long-term ecosystem growth—so XRP holders and developers can build, secure, and scale real-world applications with confidence.
In today’s markets, uncertainty has become the new normal, putting pressure on traders and investors alike. Changing tariffs, shifting monetary policies, and persistent tensions are weighing on sentiment and dampening global growth. The UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) expects global growth to decline to 2.3%, just 0.2 percentage points above the threshold for a global recession.
But beneath it all lies another enduring threat: inflation. Even as numbers improve, its effects continue to ripple through asset prices, investor behavior, and risk perceptions. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), global inflation is projected to fall to 4.2%, down from 5.9% in 2024 and 6.8% in 2023. On paper, this is progress, but it’s nowhere near the levels it considers healthy.
For traders and investors, this means that while inflation may no longer dominate headlines, its presence will still define the landscape. Still shaping where capital flows, how portfolios are hedged, and which assets emerge as safe havens. And this is why many are now asking: Could crypto be emerging as the next inflation hedge, challenging the long-standing dominance of traditional safe havens?
Cryptos as Gold’s Challenger
Safe havens tend to perform reasonably well during recessions, and for decades, gold has been the default refuge, an anchor during economic storms. In recent years, bitcoin has emerged as its digital challenger, often described as “digital gold.” But that comparison might not be entirely grounded in reality. Let’s take a closer look.
On the surface, they seem alike, sharing certain traits: they are both scarce, speculative, and finite. Both are used in a limited capacity for transactions, influenced by demand, and dependent on third parties such as miners for supply. Yet, their behavior tells a different story.
Although cryptocurrencies tend to behave similarly to traditional assets during inflation, i.e., lose value, they behave differently when policy uncertainty is added to the equation. During past geopolitical instability, we have seen the market treat certain cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin, as safe havens. The reason behind this phenomenon is that cryptocurrencies are decoupled from government policy and currency manipulation, giving them an independent appeal during institutional mistrust.
This isn’t theoretical. Bitcoin rallied before and after the 2016 US elections, during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, and at other global events when confidence in traditional systems wavered. The question then isn’t whether bitcoin can move during uncertain times, but whether it can protect.
Is Bitcoin a Safe Haven?
A study by Sangyup Choi and Junhyeok Shin of Yonsei University’s School of Economics found that while bitcoin tends to depreciate during periods of financial uncertainty, it rises in value during times of policy uncertainty, precisely because it operates independently of governments and central banks.
We are now in such a period, one defined by both geopolitical tensions and shifting trade policies. In these conditions, investors often diversify across assets that aren’t directly tied to fiscal or monetary decisions. This is where bitcoin’s appeal lies: it represents freedom from institutional control, a self-contained system that functions outside the traditional policy loop.
Another study highlights the fact that it may be a strong hedge for oil, the US dollar, EU indices, and ETFs. It also suggests that the correlation between gold, bitcoin, and US indices such as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 may indicate that investors are also starting to view the cryptocurrency as a safe haven.
Still, there is an important caveat. Cryptocurrencies remain inherently volatile, and bitcoin’s short history means its safe-haven status is conditional, not guaranteed. Gold, by contrast, has earned its reputation over centuries. For risk-averse traders, gold still offers stability, while bitcoin, with its asymmetric upside, may serve as a diversification tool rather than a replacement.
Hedging With Exness
A hedge is only as effective as the conditions that power it. In periods of volatility or uncertainty, when CFD traders turn to instruments like gold or bitcoin CFDs to manage exposure, execution quality becomes critical. In those decisive moments, it’s the trading conditions that determine whether your strategy holds or breaks.
Exness provides CFD traders better-than-market conditions, meaning spreads, execution, and withdrawals that outperform what’s typically available to market participants. Its proprietary engine ensures precise execution, even during high-impact news,1 when traders need to rely on it the most for their hedge.
Price transparency and stable spreads also play a critical role. With its stable spreads on BTCUSD, which are four times lower than the industry average,2and the best spreads on XAUUSD,3Exness ensures that both digital and traditional hedges, like gold and bitcoin, work as intended.
The experience extends beyond the time markets are open. Exness has been offering the fastest withdrawals since 2009, and today, 98% of withdrawals are processed automatically.4
In essence, hedging with Exness means hedging with more control. CFD traders can execute, manage, and withdraw with the same confidence that drives their strategies, no matter how turbulent the markets become.
1Precise execution claims refer to average slippage rates on pending orders based on data collected between September 2024 and July 2025 for XAUUSD, USOIL, and BTC CFDs on the Exness Standard account vs similar accounts offered by four other brokers. Delays and slippage may occur. No guarantee of execution speed or precision is provided.
2 4x more stable spreads claim refers to maximum BTCUSD CFDs spreads on the Exness Pro account, based on data collected from 12 to 25 May 2025, compared with average maximum BTCUSD CFDs spreads across the tightest commission-free accounts offered by eight other brokers.
3Best spread claims refer to the lowest maximum spreads and the tightest average spreads on the Exness Pro account, for XAUUSD and USOIL, based on data collected from 12-25 May 2025, when compared to the corresponding spreads across commission-free accounts of other brokers.
4At Exness, over 98% of withdrawals are processed automatically. Processing times may vary depending on the chosen payment method.
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Tentang Zoomex
Didirikan pada tahun 2021, Zoomex adalah crypto exchange global dengan lebih dari 3 juta pengguna di 35+ negara dan wilayah, menawarkan 600+ pasangan trading. Berpegang pada nilai inti “simplicity × ease of use × speed”, platform ini berdedikasi menyediakan pengalaman trading berkinerja tinggi dengan hambatan rendah.
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