The Protocol Security Research Team and the Ecosystem Funding Initiative at the Ethereum Foundation are pleased to announce the launch of the first Ethereum protocol Attackathon with a reward pool of $1,500,000, hosted by Immunefi. The attackathon runs between November 25th and January 20th and aims to enhance the security of the Ethereum protocol through
LINK slips ~1% in 24h as ETFs absorb 1.16% supply on steady $630k inflows. Summary LINK ETFs now hold 1.16% of circulating supply after ~$630k net inflows, signaling institutional accumulation and reduced exchange‑available liquidity. LINK trades near $19.1, up ~0.8% on the day but down ~5% week‑on‑week, with ~$627.6M in 24h volume as price consolidates
Bitcoin’s Lightning Network, the layer-two protocol designed to facilitate faster and cheaper transactions, has surpassed $1 billion in monthly transaction volume, according to new data from River. In November 2025, the network processed an estimated $1.17 billion across 5.22 million transactions, marking a milestone in adoption despite Bitcoin’s stagnant price performance throughout the year. River’s
We’re excited to announce that applications for the Next Billion Fellowship Program are now open! What is the Next Billion Fellowship Program? The Next Billion Fellowship Program is a search for stories – tangible, human stories that show how Ethereum is helping communities address the challenges they face. Whether it’s implementing digital badges and wallets
Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. In 2026, global digital asset laws are shifting from implementation to operational, with a major focus on stablecoin oversight, tokenized real-world assets, and tax compliance. Here are the key changes during February
The Protocol Security Research Team and the Ecosystem Funding Initiative at the Ethereum Foundation are proud to announce the launch of the ETH Rangers program to help incentivize Public Goods Security Work for the Ethereum Ecosystem. Public Goods Security Work ETH Rangers offers stipends to support individuals who dedicate time to work on public goods
SEC updates broker-dealer FAQ, permitting eligible stablecoins in capital calculations with 2% haircut, boosting institutional adoption and settlement efficiency. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has updated its Broker-Dealer Financial Responsibility FAQ this week. The revision enables broker-dealers to include eligible stablecoins in their regulatory calculation of capital. Consequently, the haircuts firms can now take
XRP price has gone nowhere in the past few days despite its key metrics, including its real-world asset tokenization and exchange-traded fund inflows continuing their uptrend. Summary XRP price remains in a narrow range this month. The total value locked in its RWA network has jumped by over 20% in the last 30 days. It
Community & education Blockchain Summer Bootcamp Africa Blockchain Institute Bootcamp introducing teenagers to blockchain through hands-on learning, workshops, and collaborative projects organized in Cotonou, Benin and taught in French. Email Community & education BlockHack Kerala Blockchain Academy Hackathon hosted in Trivandrum, India with tracks focused on Ethereum onboarding and inclusion, blockchain for Sustainable Development Goals,
PUNCH, a Solana-based meme coin experienced an 80% price surge after securing a listing on a major cryptocurrency exchange, surprising the bear market and investors alike. A baby monkey rescued from illegal wildlife trafficking has captured millions of hearts online, turning tragedy into a viral story of hope and recovery. And now a viral crypto
