Gemini has launched a Solana-themed credit card that lets users earn SOL rewards and automatically stake them for up to 6.77% APY. The card offers no fees and supports instant payouts in over 50 cryptocurrencies, combining lifestyle partnerships with crypto rewards.
WeatherlyEthereum continues to lead blockchain development, gaining more than 16,000 new developers between January and September 2025. Solana’s developer base is expanding rapidly, though some figures may be underestimated due to incomplete reporting.
WeatherlyThe official Dota 2 YouTube channel was briefly hacked to promote a fake Solana token called dota2coin, livestreaming the scam to thousands of viewers. A separate esports partner, PGL, was also hacked to stream a fake Bitcoin giveaway, but no user accounts or personal data were compromised.
WeatherlyStripe has launched a new feature allowing US businesses to accept recurring payments in stablecoins like USDC, USDP, and USDG across multiple blockchains. The system uses smart contracts for easier payments, supports over 400 wallets, and lets companies receive fiat settlements while managing subscriptions from their Stripe dashboard.
AnaisFC Barcelona’s official Instagram account was hacked to promote a fake $FCB token on the Solana blockchain, misleading fans and causing potential financial losses. The token briefly surged to $3 million in value before crashing, highlighting risks of scams using popular brands and unverified cryptocurrencies.
JoyPhantom has launched its own stablecoin called CASH, built with Stripe and Bridge, to turn its wallet into a full payments app. It offers free transfers, debit card access and Visa integration, aiming to challenge big players in the growing stablecoin market.
WeatherlySolana (SOL) investors are on edge after the red-hot altcoin plunged 12% in just 48 hours, wiping out over $112 million in leveraged bets and plunging to $213—its lowest in two weeks.
XingChiGalaxy Digital led a major buying spree, acquiring 6.5 million Solana (SOL) tokens worth $1.55 billion over five days, pushing Solana’s price above $240. The firm also partnered with Multicoin Capital and Jump Crypto to fund Forward Industries’ Solana treasury strategy, driving strong investor interest and boosting the company’s shares.
WeatherlyPump.fun has brought back its Solana livestreaming feature after a 2024 shutdown caused by unsafe broadcasts, including staged self-harm. With stricter moderation and a new revenue-sharing model, the platform is rapidly attracting creators and generating millions in weekly fees.
JoyA new report shows that 27% of South Koreans aged 20 to 50 now own crypto, with many white-collar workers using it for savings and retirement planning. As investing habits shift from hype to strategy, banking limits and economic pressure are shaping how people use digital assets.
WeatherlyA Russian influencer known as “Bitmama” was sentenced to seven years in prison for scamming investors out of $23 million in a fake Bitcoin investment scheme. She promised to convert cash into crypto abroad but instead kept the money, and tried to flee before being arrested at the border.
AnaisJapanese firm Metaplanet bought 1,005 Bitcoin for $108 million, becoming one of the top corporate Bitcoin holders. The company plans to grow its Bitcoin holdings significantly by 2027, using interest-free bonds to fund purchases.
WeatherlyCircle has applied for a national trust bank licence in the US to launch a fully regulated digital currency bank that will manage USDC reserves and offer asset custody to institutions. This move follows its $18 billion IPO and shows its shift toward stricter compliance and deeper ties with traditional finance.
AnaisMeta has created a new AI division called Meta Superintelligence Labs and hired top researchers from OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic. The move has sparked tensions in the industry, with reports of massive bonuses and concerns about a growing talent war.
WeatherlyJD.com has denied launching any stablecoin or forming partnerships linked to one, warning the public about scams using its name. The company said it may take legal action against those spreading false claims, especially as fraudsters push fake investment schemes online.
AnaisNorth Korean nationals used fake identities to get remote IT jobs at US blockchain firms, stealing nearly $1 million in crypto and accessing sensitive data. The scheme involved US and Asian facilitators, with the DOJ cracking down through arrests, raids, and website shutdowns.
WeatherlyMalaysia’s Securities Commission has proposed allowing certain digital assets to be listed directly by exchanges without prior approval, aiming to speed up token launches while making exchanges more responsible. The regulator also plans stricter rules on exchange operations and client asset protection to address risks as crypto trading grows rapidly in the country.
AnaisOpenAI gave all staff a week off to slow down Meta’s aggressive hiring, after losing several researchers to Zuckerberg’s new AI team. Meta reportedly offered up to $100 million in pay packages, causing anxiety inside OpenAI as leaders scramble to stop more staff from leaving.
AnaisFigma has quietly invested over $69 million into a Bitcoin ETF and plans to buy more using $30 million in USDC. The move was revealed in its IPO filing, showing Bitcoin is now part of its company treasury alongside traditional assets.
Joy