The inaugural Blockchain Impact Forum, co-organized by the Blockchain for Good Alliance and UNDP AltFinLab, represents a watershed moment for institutional blockchain adoption focused on sustainable development. Scheduled for November 4-5, 2025, in Copenhagen, this two-day event bridges the gap between blockchain innovators and global institutions to drive real-world solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, marking a significant shift from theoretical potential to practical implementation.
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Bybit Rebrands Web3 to Alpha, Expands CeDeFi Access
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has strategically rebranded its Web3 platform to Bybit Alpha, marking a significant evolution in its approach to combining decentralized finance innovation with centralized exchange simplicity. The Dubai-based exchange’s move reflects its vision to deliver alpha returns through a reimagined CeDeFi experience that eliminates traditional barriers to on-chain participation. This integration allows users seamless access to emerging opportunities without the complexity of separate wallet setups or gas token management, positioning Bybit at the forefront of the evolving on-chain landscape.
read moreBybit Card Wins Mastercard’s Best Crypto Card Award at EDGE 2025
Bybit Card has secured the prestigious Best Performing Crypto Card award from Mastercard at the EDGE 2025 forum in Dubai, marking a significant milestone in cryptocurrency payment adoption. This recognition validates Bybit’s vision of making digital assets accessible for everyday use while highlighting the accelerating convergence between traditional finance and cryptocurrency ecosystems. The award comes as the payments industry undergoes rapid transformation through tokenization, embedded finance, and AI-driven commerce solutions.
read moreCrypto Whales Dump $120M in SOL, AAVE, ASTER Amid Market Slump
Major cryptocurrency investors are executing coordinated sell-offs of SOL, AAVE, and ASTER tokens, transferring over $120 million in assets to exchanges amid a broad market downturn. This whale activity has contributed to a 5% decline in total crypto market capitalization to $3.67 trillion, with altcoins posting losses between 6% and 9% as they follow Bitcoin’s steady decline. The moves suggest large players are reducing exposure and cutting losses during persistent market volatility, with one entity taking a $5 million loss on ASTER holdings.
read moreBitcoin Plunges 3.5% as Short Selling Triggers $724M Liquidations
Bitcoin experienced a sharp 3.5% decline to $107,500 on Thursday, driven by aggressive short selling in derivatives markets that triggered a cascade of liquidations totaling $724 million. The sell-off revealed a fundamental market schism as spot buyers on Coinbase accumulated while short sellers dominated perpetual futures on offshore exchanges, creating opposing pressures that exacerbated the downward momentum and wiped out overleveraged long positions.
read moreOKX & Standard Chartered Expand Crypto Banking Partnership to Europe
OKX has expanded its groundbreaking partnership with Standard Chartered Bank into the European Economic Area, marking the first direct collaboration between a Global Systemically Important Bank and a cryptocurrency exchange. The partnership introduces institutional-grade custody solutions combined with direct crypto market access through a collateral mirroring program, signaling growing regulatory acceptance of crypto infrastructure aligning with traditional financial standards despite recent regulatory challenges for the exchange.
read moreSolana Launches Universal Staking Router to Challenge Ethereum
Nansen and Sanctum have launched a universal liquid staking framework on Solana that aims to standardize the chain’s fragmented $11.6 billion staking market. The new system connects multiple liquid staking tokens into a single routing infrastructure while providing real-time analytics, positioning Solana to compete more effectively with Ethereum’s mature staking ecosystem through higher yields and lower transaction costs.
read moreTop Altcoins to Watch in 2025: LILPEPE Leads Meme Coin Revolution
As Bitcoin ETF adoption accelerates, creating fertile ground for alternative cryptocurrencies, three standout altcoins are positioned for significant growth in 2025. Pudgy Penguins, Zora (ZORA), and Little Pepe (LILPEPE) each leverage unique technological advantages and market momentum, with LILPEPE emerging as a particularly compelling candidate by blending meme culture with substantive utility. This analysis explores why these cryptocurrencies deserve investor attention in the evolving digital asset landscape.
read moreBybit Georgia Expands with Sports Partnership & Conference Debut
Bybit Georgia, the National Bank of Georgia-licensed cryptocurrency exchange, has made significant strides in the local market with its debut at DGFI 2025 and a landmark partnership with Setanta Sports. The exchange is positioning itself as a key player in Georgia’s emerging crypto ecosystem through strategic alliances and educational initiatives, building on its status as the first global crypto leader to operate in the country with a full local license.
read moreBybit Expands TradFi to Web Platform with 500× Leverage
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, has expanded its traditional finance product suite to its web platform, marking a significant step in bridging the gap between crypto and traditional markets. The Dubai-based exchange’s move brings comprehensive TradFi access to desktop users, enabling seamless trading across gold, forex, commodities, indices, and over 100 stock CFDs—all denominated in USDT without currency conversions. This expansion follows the product’s successful mobile debut in June 2025 and introduces features including up to 500× leverage, tight spreads, and 24/5 trading on select stocks, creating a unified experience across web and mobile platforms.
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