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Chainlink CCIP enables cbBTC transfers from Base to Monad
Over $5 billion in Bitcoin-backed liquidity can now enter Monad's DeFi ecosystem
Monad aims to attract transaction-intensive financial applications with its high-throughput EVM-compatible L1
This integration enhances Bitcoin's utility by enabling yield generation opportunities within Monad's DeFi.
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Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) has facilitated the transfer of Coinbase's wrapped Bitcoin token, cbBTC, from the Base blockchain to the Monad blockchain. This integration allows for the movement of over $5 billion worth of cbBTC into the Monad ecosystem, introducing Bitcoin-backed liquidity to its decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.
The integration brings cbBTC into Monad's DeFi landscape, with applications like Curvance and Neverland already adopting cbBTC markets. Monad, an EVM-compatible layer-1 blockchain, is designed for high-throughput trading and financial use cases, aiming to support transaction-intensive applications with its touted throughput of up to 10,000 transactions per second and sub-second finality.
William Reilly, head of strategic initiatives at Chainlink Labs, stated that the infrastructure for moving Bitcoin-backed assets must scale with their growing value, which is now in the tens of billions. He highlighted that CCIP's multi-layered decentralized validation is designed to mitigate cross-chain risks and ensure consistent 1:1 backing across networks.
Coinbase launched cbBTC in September 2024 on Ethereum and Base. This token is backed 1:1 by BTC held in custody and is designed to automatically mint and redeem against Bitcoin deposits on the exchange. Unlike proof-of-stake networks where users can earn staking rewards, Bitcoin's proof-of-work design does not natively generate yield, historically limiting onchain income options for Bitcoin holders.
New financial structures are emerging to address this gap. In May, Solv Protocol co-founder Ryan Chow noted an acceleration in demand for Bitcoin yield strategies, particularly from companies seeking liquidity without selling their Bitcoin. He pointed to proof-of-stake integrations and delta-neutral trading as expanding avenues for Bitcoin to generate returns.
Coinbase also launched the Coinbase Bitcoin Yield Fund in May, targeting 4% to 8% annual net returns for international institutional investors. In June, Kraken introduced a Bitcoin staking product via an integration with Babylon Labs, enabling users to lock up BTC and delegate it to secure proof-of-stake networks without bridging or wrapping.
Wrapped Bitcoin has seen expansion across networks, with WBTC integrating with the Hedera network in November. More recently, Telegram's TON Wallet added vaults allowing users to earn yield on Bitcoin within the messaging app through underlying DeFi infrastructure.
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US authorities are seeking to recover $327,829 in USDt linked to a romance scam. The funds were traced to cryptocurrency wallets seized by the Justice Department. Tether has frozen approximately $4.2 billion in USDt connected to illicit activities since 2023.
Bitcoin futures open interest declined to $32 billion, lowest since August 2024 in BTC terms. Annualized premium on Bitcoin monthly futures dropped to 2%, indicating reduced demand for leveraged positions. Despite futures demand drop, CME Bitcoin futures open interest remains at $7.5 billion, suggesting institutional presence. Bitcoin options market shows balanced demand with put-to-call premiums near 0.7, indicating no major stress.
TD Securities views NYSE's tokenized equities plan as a market structure turning point for institutional adoption. The NYSE platform aims for 24-hour trading and near-instant settlement of tokenized stocks and ETFs. This development integrates blockchain settlement within existing US market rules and NBBO requirements. Tokenized assets, particularly RWAs, have seen continued capital inflows despite broader market volatility.
Bitfinex Securities is resuming USDt-denominated bond issuances on Bitcoin's Liquid Network. Previous issuances totaled $6.2 million, with four offerings and over $1.1 million in coupon payments made. The bonds offer crypto-native investors yield on USDt holdings, targeting emerging market private credit. This occurs amidst ongoing regulatory debate in the US regarding stablecoin yield products.
US lawmakers face gridlock and partisan divides slowing comprehensive digital asset market structure bill progress. Debates over stablecoin yield and upcoming midterm elections further complicate legislative advancement. Market cooling has reduced urgency for new crypto legislation compared to periods of high market performance. A Senate Banking Committee bill on securities laws remains unaddressed after a cancelled markup.
Cardano's stablecoin market cap has surpassed $47 million, with USDC now dominating at 37.20% share. This growth follows USDC's mainnet launch and aims to boost Cardano's DeFi ecosystem liquidity.
Cronos (CRO) price is predicted to reach $0.30-$0.35 by 2026 and potentially exceed $1 by 2029, driven by network upgrades, institutional adoption, and technical indicators suggesting a bullish trend. Long-term forecasts project significant growth through 2035.
Hong Kong and Shanghai authorities are testing a blockchain platform for cargo trade data and finance under Project Ensemble. This initiative aims to streamline trade finance and documentation by digitizing electronic bills of lading and interlinking trade data. The collaboration highlights a growing trend of leveraging blockchain for cross-border trade efficiencies.
Hong Kong and Shanghai authorities are collaborating to develop a cross-border blockchain platform for cargo data and electronic bills of lading. This initiative aims to reduce friction in trade finance, streamline global supply chains, and reinforce Hong Kong's position as a financial bridge to China. The project leverages blockchain for operational efficiency and data security in real-world trade.
Over 107 million FXRP have been locked on the Flare Network, driven by the introduction of one-click DeFi access for XRP holders via Xaman Wallet. This development significantly lowers barriers to entry for XRP holders, potentially unlocking billions in capital for DeFi and reducing circulating XRP supply. The increased utility is expected to create a positive feedback loop, boosting on-chain activity and demand for both XRP and FLR.
Crypto markets declined as geopolitical tensions escalated following reports of a US-Israel strike on Iran. Bitcoin dropped to around $66,127 from a brief high of $68,000. Ethereum fell to near $1,947, down approximately 2.46% in 24 hours. Investors moved towards traditional safe-haven assets like oil, gold, and silver, indicating reduced risk appetite for crypto.
Ripple unlocked 1 billion XRP from escrow, valued at approximately $1.377 billion. XRP price saw minimal reaction, rising 0.9% post-unlock, despite a 16.45% drop in February. Solana led market rebound with an 11% price surge to $88.89 following a $500M liquidation event. Elon Musk drew parallels between AI firm Anthropic and the collapsed FTX exchange.
Ethereum to implement Proposer-Builder Separation (ePBS) and Fork-Choice-Enforced Inclusion Lists (FOCIL) via Glamsterdam and Hegota upgrades this year. ePBS aims to decentralize block building and mitigate MEV, while FOCIL will prevent transaction censorship. Cardano's upcoming Midnight sidechain will offer similar privacy and transaction separation benefits. ETH and ADA prices are showing positive movement, influenced by broader market rallies and Bitcoin's performance.
Solana price is consolidating within a three-week triangle pattern. A break above $88.60 resistance is eyed as a key signal for potential upside. Solana has reclaimed the Ichimoku cloud on the four-hour chart for the first time since January. Moving averages (50 MA crossing 100 MA) also indicate a short-term momentum shift.
Bitcoin mixers enhance privacy by obscuring transaction origins through pooling and redistribution. Mixero.io offers CoinJoin with an optional Monero bridge, starting at 0.7% fees. Tornado Cash, a decentralized Ethereum mixer, has over $1 billion TVL. Wasabi Wallet integrates CoinJoin with a 0.3% coordinator fee, waived for small transactions.
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Deloitte has completed the first attestation report for Tether's USAT stablecoin. USAT reserves totaled $17.6 million against $17.5 million in circulating supply as of Jan. 31. USAT reserves consist of cash and U.S. Treasuries held domestically. This move aims to build trust for USAT within the U.S. regulatory framework, differentiating it from Tether's global USDT.
New biodegradable packaging film developed from milk protein, starch, and volcanic clay. Material exhibits 1,000x reduction in water vapor permeability compared to similar biopolymer films. Film fully degrades in soil within approximately 13 weeks. Potential for low-tech scaling and application in developing countries.
PayPay, holding a 40% stake in Binance Japan, is pursuing a Nasdaq IPO aiming to raise up to $1.1 billion. The IPO targets a valuation exceeding $10 billion for the Japanese payments firm. PayPay's partnership with Binance Japan aims to integrate crypto with its cashless payment services. The IPO listing was postponed due to global market volatility following geopolitical events.
US prosecutors seek forfeiture of $327,829 in USDT linked to a crypto romance scam. Victim was defrauded after being convinced to invest in a fake cryptocurrency opportunity. Funds were laundered through multiple wallets and converted to USDT. This action follows recent warnings from US prosecutors about crypto-related romance scams.
Core Scientific reported Q4 revenue of $79.8 million, missing estimates of $122.08 million. The company posted a Q4 loss of $0.42 per share, wider than the expected $0.08 loss. Core Scientific is expanding its colocation platform and AI-focused infrastructure services. Riot Platforms reported Q4 revenue of $647.4 million, significantly exceeding estimates.
ETH has experienced six consecutive monthly price declines, a streak not seen since the 2018 crypto winter. Despite record network usage, ETH's price has fallen approximately 60% from its all-time high. Derivatives data shows a significant drop in ETH futures open interest and a premium on downside protection in options markets. US-listed Ethereum ETFs have seen $2.6 billion in outflows over the past four months, and major stablecoin market caps have slowed.
OpenAI secured a Pentagon deal for AI deployment in classified environments. Contract language allows "all lawful purposes," raising concerns about AI use in surveillance and weapons. Public backlash led to a surge in Anthropic's Claude app downloads, surpassing ChatGPT. A philosophical difference exists between OpenAI and Anthropic regarding contract safeguards versus technical and legal frameworks.
Ripple executed its largest RLUSD stablecoin mint to date, totaling 69 million tokens. The minted RLUSD tokens are reportedly routed to the Gemini exchange. RLUSD market cap has surpassed $1.5 billion, indicating significant supply growth. Recent exchange integrations and partnerships, including Binance and LMAX Group, are driving RLUSD adoption.
US Supreme Court declined to hear AI copyright case Human authorship rule for copyright protection remains intact AI-generated works continue to face legal limits on intellectual property claims
Digital asset investment products saw $1 billion in inflows, reversing five weeks of outflows. Bitcoin attracted $881 million, leading the recovery, while Ethereum saw $117 million in inflows. Solana attracted $53.8 million in inflows last week, contributing to $156 million year-to-date. Solana price action shows consolidation between $82.00 support and $88.20 resistance.
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