U.S. equities experienced a downturn midweek, with notable losses across major indices, while Bitcoin miners performed well amid mixed crypto market movements. Overall, traders remain attentive to the fluctuating market dynamics.

Trezor has introduced maximal extractable value (MEV) protection in Trezor Suite, aiming to reduce manipulative transaction practices for users across several supported networks.
Trezor Partners With Merkle.io to Shield Suite Transactions From MEV Bots
Trezor, the hardware wallet brand under

Franklin Templeton is planting its Benji Technology Platform on the BNB Chain, widening its tokenization footprint to reach everyday investors and institutions.
Benji Platform Migrates to BNB Chain
Franklin Templeton, which manages $1.6 trillion, says the integration taps BNB Chain’s low-cost

The Flare mainnet has launched its first Fasset, FXRP v1.2, to enable XRP holders to use their assets in decentralized finance.
The Dawn of XRP DeFi: Flare’s Fassets Go Live
The Flare mainnet has officially launched its first Fasset, FXRP v1.2, marking a significant milestone for the XRP

Bolivia is experiencing a surge in stablecoin adoption, particularly USDT, as citizens seek a dollar proxy amid currency restrictions. Companies like Toyosa lead this trend, but the government should consider leveraging stablecoins for economic benefits, despite earlier resistance.

The U.S. and U.K. are collaborating to establish digital asset standards and fuel blockchain innovation, as highlighted during a recent summit featuring Ripple. This partnership aims to enhance regulatory alignment and strengthen the global crypto landscape.

Bitcoin’s rising institutional appeal, record-breaking price moves, and growing role as a macro hedge could secure its place alongside gold in reserves, Deutsche Bank says.
Deutsche Bank Sees Bitcoin Coexisting With Gold in Global Reserve Portfolios
Deutsche Bank published a report by its

Venture capital firm Archetype has launched Archetype III, a $100 million fund focused on early-stage crypto and blockchain startups, aiming to support innovation and founder-led initiatives in a rapidly evolving industry.

Swedish entrepreneur and crypto advocate has donated over $400,000 to Kids Operating Room (KidsOR) and has urged charities to embrace cryptocurrency donations, citing their potential to simplify giving and expand global donor reach.
Crypto Advocate Donates $400,000 to KidsOR
Carl Runefelt, also

Fold, in partnership with Stripe and Visa, has launched a Bitcoin Rewards Credit Card, allowing users to earn up to 3.5% back in bitcoin on purchases. This initiative aims to simplify cryptocurrency access and promote mainstream adoption.

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