Robinhood has launched a public testnet for its Ethereum layer-2 network, Robinhood Chain, inviting developers to experiment with tokenized assets. The move signals the brokerage’s ambition to expand beyond crypto trading into decentralized finance and tokenized traditional assets. This phase aims to assess technical performance while exploring integration with Robinhood’s existing retail services, marking a strategic shift from viewing layer-2 technology merely as a scaling solution to a foundational tool for rebuilding financial systems.
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0 in Finance and 1 in Crypto last weekBNB Chain Names Nina Rong as Growth Director
BNB Chain has appointed Nina Rong as its new Executive Director of Growth, signaling a strategic push to accelerate global expansion and developer engagement across one of the world’s largest blockchain ecosystems. Rong brings extensive Web3 experience from her previous leadership roles at Arbitrum Foundation and Offchain Labs, positioning her to drive BNB Chain’s mission to onboard the next billion users to web3 through enhanced ecosystem partnerships and international market development.
about BNB Chain Names Nina Rong as Growth DirectorHow to Trade ARB Token: Arbitrum Trading Guide 2023
The ARB token from Arbitrum, one of Ethereum’s most anticipated Layer 2 scaling solutions, begins trading on March 23, 2023. This governance token represents a significant milestone for the Ethereum ecosystem and offers unique features for decentralized applications. Here’s everything you need to know about trading and claiming ARB tokens.
about How to Trade ARB Token: Arbitrum Trading Guide 2023Little Pepe Leads Altcoin Surge as Ripple Recovers
While Ripple shows promising recovery with regulatory clarity boosting its trajectory, retail investor attention is shifting toward emerging altcoins with explosive growth potential. Little Pepe (LILPEPE) has emerged as a standout presale success, raising over $26.8 million and drawing comparisons to early Shiba Inu and Pepe Coin breakouts. Alongside ASTER and Arbitrum, these projects represent the next wave of crypto opportunities.
about Little Pepe Leads Altcoin Surge as Ripple RecoversHouse Passes Key Crypto Bills After Marathon Vote
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 217-212 to advance three major crypto bills—the GENIUS Act (stablecoin regulation), CLARITY Act (market structure), and Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act—after a record-breaking procedural standoff. The breakthrough followed concessions to conservative Republicans, including attaching the Anti-CBDC Act to the must-pass NDAA. Former President Trump played a role in securing GOP support. The crypto industry hailed the move as a critical step toward regulatory clarity, with the GENIUS Act poised for a final vote. Opposition persisted from some Republicans, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who criticized CBDCs as a ‘mark of the beast.’ The vote signals growing legislative momentum for crypto governance in the U.S.
about House Passes Key Crypto Bills After Marathon VoteArbitrum Stylus Boosts Gaming & Fintech Adoption
Arbitrum’s Stylus, a developer tool allowing smart contracts in languages like C++ and Rust, is gaining traction in gaming and fintech. Offchain Labs CEO Steven Goldfeder notes that gaming studios like Xai Games and Proof of Play are using Arbitrum’s architecture for blockchain-powered experiences, while Robinhood adopts its tech for tokenized assets. Despite slow adoption by AAA studios, Arbitrum’s flexibility and $10M gaming fund signal growing momentum. The platform’s ‘neutral environment’ approach mirrors Robinhood’s strategy, blending Web2 accessibility with Web3 innovation.
about Arbitrum Stylus Boosts Gaming & Fintech AdoptionPicWe Launches Bridgeless Cross-Chain Transfers on Arbitrum
PicWe has launched its bridgeless cross-chain transfer infrastructure on Arbitrum, enabling users to move assets seamlessly from networks like Base and BNB Chain without traditional bridges. The platform also supports developers in building omni-chain applications, eliminating complex multi-chain configurations. This comes as Arbitrum’s ecosystem thrives, with DEXs processing over $500 billion in swaps and the DAO approving an $11.6 million investment in tokenized US Treasury bonds. PicWe’s arrival aligns with Arbitrum’s expansion, including the launch of Onchain Labs to support early-stage blockchain projects. Meanwhile, ARB’s price has risen 6.6% in a week, pushing its market cap above $1.5 billion.
about PicWe Launches Bridgeless Cross-Chain Transfers on ArbitrumEthereum Community Foundation Aims for $10K ETH
The Ethereum Community Foundation (ECF), launched by core developer Zak Cole, has announced its mission to push ETH’s price to $10,000 by funding ecosystem projects that prioritize ETH burn and scalability. Criticizing the Ethereum Foundation for neglecting ETH’s market value, Cole emphasized that the ECF will support immutable, tokenless projects aligned with Ethereum’s decentralization vision. The foundation’s first grant recipient, the Ethereum Validator Association (EVA), will influence monetary policy via Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs). Cole also called out projects like Uniswap and Optimism for straying from Ethereum’s original vision and highlighted potential conflicts of interest, such as Offchain Labs’ ties to Prysmatic Labs.
about Ethereum Community Foundation Aims for $10K ETHRobinhood Hosts Ethereum, Arbitrum Leaders in Cannes
Robinhood announced a fireside chat with Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin, Robinhood Crypto GM Johann Kerbrat, and Offchain Labs’ A.J. Warner during its Cannes event on July 1. Offchain Labs, the team behind Arbitrum (ARB), joins as ARB’s price shows a potential 73% breakout rally. The discussion may signal upcoming blockchain developments or partnerships, fueling market speculation. The event underscores Robinhood’s growing influence in crypto, particularly in Europe, while Arbitrum’s ecosystem gains further attention.
about Robinhood Hosts Ethereum, Arbitrum Leaders in CannesArbitrum & Robinhood Rumored Partnership Sparks 17% Token Surge
Rumors of a partnership between Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution Arbitrum and trading platform Robinhood Markets have intensified following an X post teasing a ‘fireside chat’ with key figures, including Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Offchain Labs’ A.J. Warner. The Arbitrum token (ARB) surged 17% in anticipation of the announcement, set to be revealed at Robinhood’s Europe-hosted event in Cannes, France. The event is being marketed as Robinhood’s ‘biggest crypto announcements of the year,’ fueling speculation about deeper integration between the trading platform and the layer-2 network.
about Arbitrum & Robinhood Rumored Partnership Sparks 17% Token SurgeStablecoins Could Boost Dollar Dominance, Says Treasury Secretary
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that stablecoins could strengthen the U.S. dollar’s dominance, countering critics who view crypto as a threat. His remarks coincided with President Trump urging Congress to expedite the GENIUS Act after Senate approval, reversing a prior procedural failure. Industry leaders welcomed the legislative progress but warned that political conflicts and perceived ties to Trump’s private interests could undermine trust. Bessent highlighted stablecoins’ potential to drive demand for U.S. Treasuries, while critics cautioned against conspiracy theories eroding public confidence. The debate underscores the tension between innovation and regulation in the crypto space.
about Stablecoins Could Boost Dollar Dominance, Says Treasury SecretaryHow to Trade ARB Token: A Guide to Arbitrum’s Launch
The ARB token, launching on March 23, 2023, serves as the governance token for Arbitrum, a cutting-edge Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution using optimistic rollups. Arbitrum enhances Ethereum’s throughput while reducing fees, maintaining compatibility with existing Ethereum smart contracts. ARB holders can participate in governance via the Arbitrum DAO, voting on protocol updates and funding. The token will be available on major exchanges like Binance and OKX, with an airdrop claimable until September 23, 2023. Arbitrum’s features include scalability, flexibility with EVM+ support, and decentralization through a validator network.
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