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Phemex Launches Prediction Market Powered By Polymarket, Introduces Month-Long Forecasting Championship

by admin April 23, 2026

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APIA, Samoa, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Phemex, a user-first global cryptocurrency exchange trusted by over 10 million traders, announced the official launch of its Prediction Market, powered by Polymarket, a leading decentralized prediction market platform. The new product enables users to trade on the outcomes of real-world events, while broadening Phemex’s platform beyond traditional price-based markets.

Through the Prediction Market, Phemex users can take YES or NO positions on a wide range of events, including cryptocurrency milestones, sports tournaments, and world events. Markets are accessible directly through existing Phemex accounts using USDT, without requiring external wallets or separate on-chain interaction.

The launch reflects growing interest in markets where information, sentiment, and probabilities can be expressed more directly than through conventional asset trading. By integrating prediction markets into a centralized trading environment, Phemex aims to make this category more accessible to a broader global user base.

To mark the launch, Phemex introduced the Prediction Championship, a four-week participation event running from April 23 to May 20, 2026. The series ranks eligible users based on forecasting performance, with rewards distributed weekly and final standings recognized at the conclusion of the competition.

“Prediction markets represent an important evolution in market structure,” said Federico Variola, CEO of Phemex. “They transform information and collective expectations into tradable signals. In a world increasingly shaped by fast-moving narratives, users are looking for more direct ways to express views on outcomes, not only on asset prices. Bringing this category onto Phemex is part of our broader strategy to build a more complete trading ecosystem around how markets actually function today.”

The launch follows Phemex’s recent expansion into new product verticals, including TradFi futures and AI-enabled trading tools, underscoring the company’s push toward a broader multi-market platform. Looking ahead, Phemex plans to continue expanding prediction market coverage, product functionality, and cross-category trading opportunities as user demand for event-driven markets grows globally.

About Phemex
Founded in 2019, Phemex is a user-first crypto exchange trusted by over 10 million traders worldwide. The platform offers spot and derivatives trading, copy trading, and wealth management products designed to prioritize user experience, transparency, and innovation. With a forward-thinking approach and a commitment to user empowerment, Phemex delivers reliable tools, inclusive access, and evolving opportunities for traders at every level to grow and succeed.

For more information, please visit: https://phemex.com/

April 23, 2026 0 comments

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Berachain Is Too Early For Mainstream Adoption?

by admin April 23, 2026

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The cryptocurrency industry has repeatedly shown that timing matters as much as technology. Many blockchain networks launch years before mainstream users fully understand their value. Today, one of the most discussed questions among investors, developers, and early adopters is whether Berachain is arriving too early for mass adoption or positioning itself perfectly for the next Web3 growth cycle.

While still an emerging Layer-1 ecosystem, Berachain has begun attracting attention because of its liquidity-focused design and growing developer curiosity. Understanding whether a blockchain is “too early” requires examining infrastructure readiness, developer participation, ecosystem maturity, and real user demand.

What Mainstream Adoption Actually Means

Mainstream blockchain adoption does not happen overnight. It typically unfolds in several stages:

Infrastructure development
Developer experimentation
Application launches
User onboarding
Institutional participation

Most successful networks spend years in early development before reaching large-scale adoption. Early Ethereum users, for example, interacted with decentralized applications long before mainstream audiences understood DeFi or NFTs.

Berachain currently sits within the early builder and ecosystem expansion phase rather than the mass user stage.

Why Emerging Blockchains Often Appear “Too Early”

New blockchain ecosystems frequently look premature because supporting infrastructure is still forming. Wallet integrations, developer tools, educational resources, and liquidity networks must mature before everyday users feel comfortable participating.

This period is often misunderstood. What appears early from a user perspective may actually represent the most important phase for developers and ecosystem builders.

Historically, projects that entered ecosystems early gained disproportionate visibility once adoption accelerated.

Berachain’s Liquidity-First Design

Berachain introduces a concept often referred to as Proof-of-Liquidity, where liquidity participation plays a central role in network incentives. Instead of separating staking rewards from ecosystem activity, liquidity becomes an integrated component of network participation.

This model attracts attention because fragmented liquidity remains one of decentralized finance’s biggest long-term challenges. Builders are exploring whether Berachain’s structure can encourage deeper ecosystem participation compared to traditional staking systems.

Developer Activity as an Early Signal

Mainstream adoption rarely begins with users. It begins with developers.

When builders start experimenting with a new ecosystem, they create applications, tools, and infrastructure that eventually attract users. Developer curiosity surrounding Berachain suggests that experimentation is underway, even if mainstream awareness remains limited.

If you are new to the ecosystem, you can start with the complete overview here:

👉 Read the Complete Berachain Guide

Infrastructure Readiness and Growth Signals

Before mainstream adoption occurs, several indicators typically appear:

Wallet support expansion
Developer tooling improvements
Community growth
Testnet experimentation
Early ecosystem funding

These signals often develop quietly before public attention increases. Observers tracking Berachain are watching these milestones rather than short-term hype cycles.

The Advantage of Being Early

Being early in a blockchain ecosystem can provide unique advantages. Developers and projects entering during early phases may gain stronger visibility, community recognition, and ecosystem influence.

Many of today’s well-known protocols achieved prominence simply by building before ecosystems became saturated.

However, early participation also carries uncertainty. Not all emerging ecosystems achieve long-term dominance, which is why education and research remain essential.

Challenges Preventing Immediate Mainstream Adoption

Despite growing interest, several challenges typically slow mainstream adoption:

User onboarding complexity
Limited educational awareness
Infrastructure still evolving
Market cycles influencing attention

These challenges are not unique to Berachain. Nearly every major blockchain experienced similar phases before wider adoption occurred.

Why Media Coverage Matters During Early Stages

Information accessibility plays a critical role in ecosystem growth. Independent crypto media platforms help explain emerging technologies, highlight builder activity, and introduce ecosystems to broader audiences.

Educational coverage allows developers, investors, and users to understand new blockchain models long before mainstream narratives form.

This article forms part of ongoing ecosystem coverage distributed through the CryptoDirectories media network, supporting blockchain projects seeking visibility across multiple crypto publications.

Mainstream Adoption Often Happens Suddenly

One of the most consistent patterns in crypto history is that adoption appears slow until it accelerates rapidly. Networks spend years building quietly before experiencing sudden growth once applications, liquidity, and user interest align.

Whether Berachain follows this trajectory remains uncertain, but early ecosystem development suggests builders are preparing infrastructure that could support broader adoption later.

What This Means for Investors, Builders, and Users

For builders, early ecosystems provide experimentation opportunities. For investors, they represent research phases rather than guaranteed outcomes. For users, early adoption often requires patience while tools and interfaces mature.

Understanding where a project sits within its adoption lifecycle helps set realistic expectations.

Conclusion

Berachain may appear early from a mainstream perspective, but early stages are where ecosystems establish their strongest foundations. Developer experimentation, liquidity innovation, and community growth frequently precede mass adoption by several years.

Rather than asking whether Berachain is too early, the more relevant question may be whether early infrastructure and builder participation are positioning it for future growth within the evolving Web3 landscape.

About CryptoDirectories

CryptoDirectories Press Release is an independent crypto media and PR distribution platform helping blockchain projects gain exposure through multi-site publication, ecosystem coverage, and educational content across the Web3 industry.

Official Berachain Links

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berachain ready for mainstream adoption?

Berachain is currently in an early ecosystem phase focused on developer experimentation and infrastructure growth rather than mass consumer adoption.

Why do early blockchain ecosystems matter?

Early ecosystems allow developers to build foundational applications that eventually attract users and liquidity once adoption accelerates.

What signals indicate mainstream adoption is approaching?

Growth in wallets, applications, developer activity, and educational awareness often signals that an ecosystem is moving closer to mainstream adoption.

How can projects gain visibility in emerging ecosystems?

Projects often use independent crypto media and PR distribution platforms to publish announcements and educational content across multiple websites.

April 23, 2026 0 comments

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Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) Announces ETH Holdings Reach 4.976 Million Tokens, And Total Crypto And Total Cash Holdings Of $12.9 Billion

by admin April 22, 2026

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Bitmine now owns more than 4% of the total ETH coin supply of 120.7 million

Bitmine is 82% of the way to the ‘Alchemy of 5%’ in just 9 months

Ethereum continues to benefit from the dual tailwinds of Wall Street tokenizing on the

blockchain and from agentic AI systems increasingly needing public and neutral

blockchains

Bitmine uplisted to the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) from the NYSE American

effective as of April 9, 2026

Bitmine has 3,334,637 staked ETH, representing $7.7 billion at $2,301 per ETH

MAVAN (Made in America VAlidator Network) is a premier Ethereum staking destination

for BMNR and institutional investors, with a focus on security, performance, and

resilience

Bitmine owns $107 million of Eightco (NASDAQ-ORBS), now one of the only publicly listed

equities in the world to give investors direct exposure to OpenAI

Bitmine Crypto + Total Cash Holdings + “Moonshots” total $12.9 billion, including 4.976 million

ETH tokens, total cash of $1.12 billion, and other crypto holdings

Bitmine leads crypto treasury peers by both the velocity of raising crypto NAV per share and by

the high trading liquidity of BMNR stock

Bitmine is the 80th most traded stock in the US, trading $1.2 billion per day (5-day avg)

Bitmine remains supported by a premier group of institutional investors including ARK’s Cathie

Wood, MOZAYYX, Founders Fund, Bill Miller III, Pantera, Kraken, DCG, Galaxy Digital and

personal investor Thomas “Tom” Lee to support Bitmine’s goal of acquiring 5% of ETH

NORWALK, Conn., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — (NYSE: BMNR) Bitmine Immersion Technologies, Inc. (“Bitmine” or the “Company”) a Bitcoin and Ethereum Network company with a focus on the accumulation of crypto for long term investment, today announced Bitmine crypto + total cash + “moonshots” holdings totaling $12.9 billion.

The Company recently announced its uplisting to the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) from the NYSE American on April 9, 2026. The Company’s common stock continues to trade under the symbol “BMNR”.

As of April 19, 2026 at 4:00pm ET, the Company’s crypto holdings are comprised of 4,976,485 ETH at $2,301 per ETH (Coinbase NASDAQ: COIN), 199 Bitcoin (BTC), $200 million stake in Beast Industries, $107 million stake in Eightco Holdings (NASDAQ: ORBS) (“moonshots”) and total cash of $1.12 billion. Bitmine’s ETH holdings are 4.12% of the ETH supply (of 120.7 million ETH).

“We see growing signs that the ‘mini-crypto’ winter is coming to an end. As downside tail risks for the US-Iran war diminish, ETH has risen 41% from its early February lows. And ETH has outperformed the S&P 500 by 2,280 basis points since the war started and remains the single best performing asset in the world (beside crude oil prices). Ethereum continues to benefit from the dual tailwinds of Wall Street tokenizing on the blockchain and from agentic AI systems increasingly needing public and neutral blockchains. In our view, there is a lot of meaning to ETH being the best ‘war-time store of value’ and to ETH being the asset leading since the war started,” said Thomas “Tom” Lee, Chairman of Bitmine.

“While many believe the crypto winter may last through the Fall of 2026, our view remains that the crypto winter is much closer to ending. Every major crypto winter since 2015 has coincided with an equity drawdown of at least 20%. In fact, the 2025 crypto drawdown moved in sync with the 20% decline in the S&P 500. But in 2026, the equity decline has been milder at -8%,” continued Mr. Lee.

“Bitmine has maintained the increased pace of ETH buys in each of the past four weeks, as our base case ETH is in the final stages of the ‘mini-crypto winter.’ In the past week, we acquired 101,627 ETH, which is the highest pace of buys since the week of December 15, 2025,” stated Lee.

Bitmine recently launched MAVAN (the Made in American VAlidator Network), the institutional grade staking platform. While MAVAN was originally developed to support Bitmine’s own Ethereum treasury, MAVAN intends to expand to serve institutional investors, custodians, and ecosystem partners seeking best-in-class staking infrastructure. A portion of Bitmine’s ETH is already staked on the MAVAN platform.

As of April 20, 2026, Bitmine total staked ETH stands at 3,334,637 ($7.7 billion at $2,301 per ETH). “Bitmine has staked more ETH than other entities in the world. At scale (when Bitmine’s ETH is fully staked by MAVAN and its staking partners), the projected ETH staking reward is $330 million annually (using 2.88% 7-day BMNR yield),” stated Lee.

“Annualized staking revenues are now $221 million. And this 3.3 million ETH is about 67% of the 4.98 million ETH held by Bitmine. The CESR (Composite Ethereum Staking Rate, administered by Quatrefoil) is 2.76%, while Bitmine’s own staking operations generated a 7-day yield of 2.88% (annualized),” continued Lee.

Bitmine crypto holding reigns as the #1 Ethereum treasury and #2 global treasury, behind Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ: MSTR), which reportedly owns 780,897 BTC valued at $58.2 billion. Bitmine remains the largest ETH treasury in the world.

Bitmine is one of the most widely traded stocks in the US. According to data from Fundstrat, the stock has traded average daily dollar volume of $1.2 billion (5-day average, as of April 17, 2026), ranking #80 in the US, behind Uber Technologies (rank #79) and ahead of D-Wave Quantum (rank #81) among 5,704 US-listed stocks (statista.com and Fundstrat research).

The GENIUS Act and Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “SEC”) Project Crypto are as transformational to financial services in 2025 as US action on August 15, 1971 ending Bretton Woods and the USD on the gold standard 54 years ago. This 1971 event was the catalyst for the modernization of Wall Street, creating the iconic Wall Street titans and financial and payment rails of today. These proved to be better investments than gold.

The Chairman’s message can be found here: https://www.Bitminetech.io/chairmans-message

The Fiscal Full Year 2025 Earnings presentation and corporate presentation can be found here: https://Bitminetech.io/investor-relations/

To stay informed, please sign up at: https://Bitminetech.io/contact-us/

About Bitmine

Bitmine (NYSE: BMNR) is a Bitcoin miner with operations in the US. The company is deploying its excess capital to be the leading Ethereum Treasury company in the world, implementing an innovative digital asset strategy for institutional investors and public market participants. Guided by its philosophy of “the alchemy of 5%,” the Company is committed to ETH as its primary treasury reserve asset, leveraging native protocol-level activities including staking and decentralized finance mechanisms. The Company launched MAVAN (Made-in America VAlidator Network), a dedicated staking infrastructure for Bitmine assets, in 2026.

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Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements.” The statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements which involve risks and uncertainties. This document specifically contains forward-looking statements regarding: (i) progress and achievement of the Company’s goals regarding ETH acquisition, including the ‘Alchemy of 5%’ initiative and the long-term value of Ethereum; (ii) the Company’s beliefs regarding Ethereum’s performance relative to other assets, including its characterization as a “wartime store of value” and its performance during geopolitical events; (iii) the Company’s expectations regarding the current state and future trajectory of the cryptocurrency market, including statements that ETH may be in the “final stages of the mini-crypto winter”; (iv) continued growth and advancement of the Company’s Ethereum treasury strategy and the applicable benefits to the Company; (v) the Company’s share repurchase program, including statements regarding shares trading below intrinsic value, the Company’s ability to accretively retire common shares, and the execution of repurchases through open market transactions; (vi) the Company’s digital asset accumulation strategy and staking operations, including MAVAN, its expansion to serve institutional investors, custodians, and ecosystem partners, and projected annual staking revenues and rewards; (vii) statements regarding the benefits of Wall Street tokenization on the blockchain and agentic AI systems utilizing public blockchains; (viii) expectations regarding the potential impact of regulatory developments, including the GENIUS Act and SEC Project Crypto, on financial services and digital assets; and (ix) the Company’s financial flexibility to support its treasury operations and expanded repurchase authorization. In evaluating these forward-looking statements, you should consider various factors, including: Bitmine’s ability to keep pace with new technology and changing market needs; Bitmine’s ability to finance its current business, Ethereum treasury operations, share repurchase program, and proposed future business; the competitive environment of Bitmine’s business; market conditions affecting the trading price of the Company’s common stock; regulatory developments affecting digital assets, including the ultimate enactment and implementation of pending legislation and SEC initiatives; geopolitical events and their impact on cryptocurrency markets; the volatility and unpredictability of digital asset prices; and the future value of Bitcoin and Ethereum. Actual future performance outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond Bitmine’s control, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of Bitmine’s Form 10-K filed with the SEC on November 21, 2025, as well as all other SEC filings, as amended or updated from time to time. Copies of Bitmine’s filings with the SEC are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Bitmine undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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Why Developers Are Paying Attention To Berachain

by admin April 22, 2026

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The blockchain industry evolves through developer innovation rather than short-term market movements. Historically, the ecosystems that attracted builders early became dominant during the next growth cycle. Developers determine where decentralized applications launch, where liquidity flows, and ultimately where users migrate.

Recently, an increasing number of builders have begun paying attention to Berachain, an emerging Layer-1 blockchain introducing a liquidity-focused economic design. Rather than relying purely on traditional staking models, Berachain explores a system that integrates liquidity participation directly into network incentives.

The Shift Toward Builder-Driven Ecosystems

Every successful blockchain follows a familiar adoption path. Infrastructure appears first, developers experiment second, applications launch third, and users arrive last. Builders rarely follow hype alone. They follow opportunity.

Networks such as Ethereum, Solana, and Avalanche gained traction because developers recognized advantages that allowed new categories of decentralized applications to emerge. Berachain is now entering developer conversations for similar reasons: experimentation with incentive alignment.

Understanding Berachain’s Core Concept

Traditional Proof-of-Stake systems encourage token locking. While effective for security, staking often removes liquidity from active decentralized finance markets. Berachain introduces a model commonly referred to as Proof-of-Liquidity, where liquidity participation becomes part of network security.

Instead of separating capital efficiency from validation mechanics, liquidity providers actively contribute to ecosystem growth while supporting consensus participation. For developers, this creates a different environment where applications and network incentives may grow together.

Why Developers Care About Incentive Design

Developers evaluate blockchains using practical questions:

Will users remain active in the ecosystem?
Does liquidity stay within applications?
Are incentives aligned with long-term growth?
Can smaller projects compete fairly?

Berachain attempts to address these concerns through economic coordination rather than purely technical scaling improvements.

EVM Compatibility Lowers Entry Barriers

One reason developers are paying attention is Berachain’s compatibility with the Ethereum Virtual Machine. Builders familiar with Solidity and existing Ethereum tools can deploy applications without rebuilding infrastructure from scratch. Migration friction becomes significantly lower compared to non-EVM ecosystems.

Liquidity as Core Infrastructure

In many blockchain ecosystems, liquidity arrives after applications launch. Projects must attract capital independently. Berachain reverses this approach by positioning liquidity as foundational infrastructure.

This structure appeals to DeFi developers seeking sustainable participation rather than short-lived incentive programs.

A Playground for DeFi Experimentation

Emerging ecosystems attract experimentation because competition is lower and innovation opportunities are higher. Builders exploring new governance structures, yield strategies, and collaborative protocol models may find early-stage environments particularly valuable.

Community Culture and Builder Momentum

Technical architecture alone does not attract developers. Community culture also plays a significant role. Builder-friendly communities that encourage experimentation often grow faster than rigid corporate ecosystems.

Berachain’s community identity has contributed to increased curiosity among independent developers and early Web3 teams.

Early Ecosystem Opportunity

Joining an ecosystem early allows developers to establish visibility and influence. Many successful protocols across previous blockchain cycles achieved prominence simply by building before ecosystem saturation occurred.

For readers new to the ecosystem, you can explore the full introduction here:

👉 Read the Complete Berachain Guide

The Role of Independent Media Coverage

Developer adoption accelerates when educational information becomes widely accessible. Independent crypto media platforms help explain emerging ecosystems, lower research barriers, and introduce builders to new opportunities.

This article is part of ongoing ecosystem coverage distributed through the CryptoDirectories media network, supporting blockchain projects seeking broader visibility across crypto publications.

Why Developers Often Signal Future Growth

Long-term blockchain success typically begins with developer participation. Applications create utility, utility attracts users, and users attract liquidity. Tracking builder movement often provides stronger signals than short-term market trends.

Conclusion

Developers are paying attention to Berachain because it introduces a different approach to incentive alignment, liquidity participation, and ecosystem experimentation. While still early, growing builder curiosity suggests the network may become an important testing ground for future decentralized applications.

About CryptoDirectories

CryptoDirectories Press is an independent crypto media and PR distribution platform helping blockchain projects gain exposure through multi-site publication, ecosystem coverage, and educational content across the Web3 industry.

Official Berachain Links

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are developers interested in Berachain?

Developers are interested because Berachain integrates liquidity participation into network incentives, potentially improving capital efficiency and ecosystem sustainability.

Is Berachain compatible with Ethereum tools?

Yes. Berachain supports the Ethereum Virtual Machine, allowing developers to deploy existing Solidity applications with minimal changes.

Is Berachain still early for builders?

Yes. As an emerging ecosystem, early developers may benefit from lower competition and greater visibility while infrastructure continues to expand.

How can projects gain exposure in new ecosystems?

Projects often use independent media coverage and crypto PR distribution platforms to publish announcements and reach broader audiences during early ecosystem growth stages.

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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Infinite Launches Dedicated Bank Accounts For Embedded Stablecoin And Fiat Payments

by admin April 22, 2026

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Infinite, the payments and compliance technology platform, today announced the launch of Infinite Accounts – dedicated bank accounts with unique routing numbers that work across both traditional payment rails and stablecoin networks, powered by Erebor Bank, N.A., Member FDIC.

Businesses can integrate once with Infinite’s platform to access comprehensive account and payment capabilities, subject to program terms and transaction limits. Erebor Bank, N.A. provides the regulated banking infrastructure underneath.

A Unified Account Experience

Through the program, businesses and their end users get deposit accounts with full transactional capability – deposits, withdrawals, ACH, and domestic and international wire transfers – alongside stablecoin functionality, all accessible through Infinite’s APIs and platform. Accounts are provided by Erebor Bank, N.A., Member FDIC, and may be eligible for FDIC deposit insurance.¹ Stablecoin products accessible through the platform are not insured by the FDIC, are not bank deposits, and may lose value.²

What makes the program distinct is how it collapses what has traditionally required multiple banking relationships, compliance vendors, and crypto infrastructure providers into a single experience. A payroll company can pay contractors via ACH or on-chain stablecoin from the same funded account. A treasury platform can receive fiat deposits and programmatically convert to stablecoins for cross-border settlement, subject to processing times and applicable fees. The complexity lives in the platform, not in the customer’s workflow.

Stablecoin Native Capabilities

The partnership also supports stablecoin mint and burn in connection with fiat funds, on-chain and off-chain transaction flows across supported blockchain networks, and intelligent routing across traditional payment rails – including ACH and wire transfers.

Businesses don’t need to manage wallet infrastructure or navigate crypto complexity; the platform handles provider routing, compliance checks, and reconciliation behind the scenes.

Stablecoin holdings are not insured by the FDIC, are not bank deposits, may lose value, and are subject to different risks than FDIC-insured deposit accounts.² For a current list of supported stablecoins, visit https://infinite.dev.

Designed for Platforms

The program is built around Infinite’s Merchant Developer model. Third-party platforms, developers, and merchants integrate with Infinite’s APIs to offer banking and stablecoin capabilities to their own end users under their own brand – without needing to build payment infrastructure or manage direct banking relationships.

“We built Infinite to make stablecoin payments as easy, if not easier, to adopt as any other payment method,” said Nikhil Srinivasan, CEO of Infinite. “Real bank accounts, real payment rails, and stablecoin capabilities – all through one platform that businesses can integrate into their existing workflows.”

About Infinite

Infinite is a payments and compliance technology company building the enablement layer for B2B stablecoin adoption. Founded by Nikhil Srinivasan and Raj Lad, Infinite operates a unified platform that integrates payments, compliance, and risk controls for embedded fiat and stablecoin transactions. Visit https://infinite.dev to learn more.

¹ Infinite is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services, including deposit accounts, are provided by Erebor Bank, N.A., Member FDIC. Funds held in deposit accounts may be eligible for FDIC insurance up to $250,000 per depositor, per insured bank, per ownership category, subject to satisfaction of conditions for pass-through deposit insurance. FDIC deposit insurance covers the failure of an FDIC-insured bank and does not protect against the failure or insolvency of Infinite or any non-bank entity. Infinite does not hold, control, or take custody of customer funds.

² Stablecoins accessible through the Infinite platform are not bank deposits, are not insured by the FDIC, and are not guaranteed by Erebor Bank, N.A. or any other financial institution. The value of stablecoin holdings depends on the reserves backing the stablecoin. Stablecoins may lose value. Stablecoin holdings are subject to different risks than FDIC-insured deposits. Banking services, including FDIC-insured deposit accounts, are separately available through Erebor Bank, N.A., Member FDIC.

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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Aurise Foundation Launches XAUE, Unlocking Yield For RWA Gold

by admin April 22, 2026

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PANAMA CITY, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aurise Foundation today announced the launch of XAUE, a yield-bearing gold token designed as a Treasury Layer for Tether Gold (XAU₮). Built for qualified institutional participants, XAUE introduces crypto-native yield generation to traditionally non-yielding gold, transforming it into a programmable and capital-efficient on-chain asset.

At launch, ecosystem partners Aurelion and Antalpha have jointly committed 16,052 XAU₮ into XAUE (approximately $76 million as of April 22). As the ecosystem expands, XAUE may potentially integrate with leading more decentralized financial protocols, positioning itself as a foundational collateral and settlement asset across on-chain financial markets.

From Passive Store of Value to Productive On-Chain Asset

Gold has long served as a hedge against inflation and systemic risk, yet its capital efficiency has remained structurally limited. While gold ETFs improved accessibility, they lack 24/7 liquidity. Digital gold assets such as XAU₮ and PAXG have enhanced transferability and global accessibility, but still primarily rely on price appreciation without intrinsic yield generation.

XAUE is designed to bridge this gap. By preserving exposure to the underlying value of XAU₮ while introducing a gold-denominated yield mechanism, XAUE enables holders to benefit from compounding growth measured in gold units. The protocol adopts a monotonically increasing exchange rate model, where the gold value backing each XAUE token might grow over time as net yield accrues.

For example, Deposit 1 XAU₮ to receive 1,000 XAUE (1000:1). With a 2% annual yield, reserves grow to 1.02 XAU₮ while supply stays fixed, so 1,000 XAUE redeems for 1.02 XAU₮—delivering passive, auto-compounding gold returns.

About XAUE

XAUE is a decentralized asset enhancement protocol built on Ethereum, designed as a Treasury Layer for Tether Gold (XAU₮). By introducing gold-denominated yield, compliant access frameworks, efficient reserve verification, and a 1000:1 fractionalization model, XAUE redefines how gold can function within on-chain financial systems.

About Aurise Foundation

XAUE is a DeFi protocol on Ethereum and the Treasury Layer for Tether Gold (XAU₮), issued by Aurise Foundation (Panama). It enables yield generation on gold via quantitative strategies and institutional lending, while remaining fully backed by physical gold or XAU₮. Aurise Foundation and its partners oversee governance, audits, Proof of Reserves, and AML/KYC compliance. Access is limited to whitelisted, KYC/KYB-verified institutions in eligible jurisdictions. More information: xaue.com.

Disclaimer

This press release does not constitute any offer or solicitation. The disclaimer is available here

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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Unicoin Foundation Debuts, Aligning Social Impact With The Future Of Responsible Crypto

by admin April 22, 2026

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Sam, United States, April 20th, 2026, Chainwire

A new education-first model to accelerate responsible crypto adoption, entrepreneurship, and access to the digital economy.
Unicoin Foundation will advance ‘Crypto for Good’ and expand ‘Global Financial Inclusion.’

Unicoin Inc. today announced the official launch of the Unicoin Foundation, a mission-driven organization dedicated to leveraging blockchain technology to create meaningful social impact and expand access to the digital economy.

The Foundation’s launch aligns with the evolving market restructuring and regulatory clarity introduced under the leadership of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins, which emphasizes transparency, responsible innovation, and clear governance frameworks for digital assets. This milestone underscores Unicoin’s long-standing commitment to compliance, accountability, and building a sustainable and inclusive crypto ecosystem.

A New Era: Crypto as a Force for Good

Anchored in the flagship initiative “Crypto for Good,” the Unicoin Foundation aims to demonstrate how cryptocurrencies can contribute to broader social and economic initiatives.

Through education and ecosystem development programs, the Foundation is developing a scalable entry point to the digital economy for communities traditionally underrepresented in crypto. Within its Crypto for Good framework, it presents digital assets as a tool for expanding access, opportunity, and participation across global markets.

Its education-first approach focuses on financial literacy and long-term wealth creation, enabling individuals to transition from passive saving to active participation in both traditional and digital markets. At the same time, the Foundation accelerates entrepreneurship through hands-on training, mentorship, and startup support, equipping participants with practical capabilities in AI, blockchain, and Web3 to build and scale ventures, shifting the narrative from speculation to knowledge, ownership, and value creation.

Strengthening Trust Through Transparency and Compliance

The establishment of the Unicoin Foundation reflects the company’s proactive alignment with the principles of transparency and responsible governance emphasized in the evolving regulatory landscape. By separating social impact and educational initiatives into an independent foundation, Unicoin reinforces its commitment to ethical innovation and long-term sustainability.

“The future of crypto will be defined by trust, education, and real-world impact,” said Silvina Moschini, co-founder of Unicoin.

A Strategic Engine for Ecosystem Growth

Beyond its social mission, The Unicoin Foundation is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening Unicoin’s global reputation, expanding its community, and accelerating adoption. By engaging new audiences and fostering trust, the Foundation supports the long-term development and sustainability of the Unicoin ecosystem.

These efforts are further reinforced through a set of strategic impact areas that translate the mission into measurable value creation. The Foundation drives market expansion by actively engaging women and underserved communities worldwide, unlocking new user segments and fostering inclusive participation in the digital economy. It contributes to ecosystem development by supporting entrepreneurs, developers, and innovators, enabling the creation of new solutions and use cases within the Unicoin network.

Finally, it strengthens community engagement by building a global network of informed and empowered participants who act as advocates and contributors to the ecosystem’s growth.

“With the Unicoin Foundation, we are creating a structure that not only advances responsible innovation, but also expands access to opportunity—ensuring that the benefits of digital assets are more inclusive, transparent, and meaningful for communities worldwide, added Alex Konanykhin, co-founder and CEO of Unicoin.”

Governance and Partnerships

The Unicoin Foundation will operate with independent governance from Unicoin Inc, guided by principles of transparency, accountability, and measurable impact.

The Foundation will be chaired by Robert Newman, a seasoned entrepreneur and one of Unicoin’s largest investors, and governed by a board of 27 directors, all of whom are Unicoin investors elected by shareholder vote, ensuring strong alignment between governance and the broader community.

This milestone follows a significant governance decision within the ecosystem:

More than 4,000 Unicoin shareholders participated in the vote
Nearly 99% approved the transition to an independent Foundation structure
Managerial efforts will be formally transferred from Unicoin Inc. to the Foundation

The restructuring aligns the ecosystem with SEC Chair Paul Atkins’ proposed “token taxonomy” framework, under which certain digital tools and functional tokens may fall outside securities registration requirements if they are not reliant on managerial efforts for profit.

About Unicoin

Unicoin Inc., a/k/a TransparentBusiness, is a U.S.-based crypto company committed to building one of the world’s most transparent and compliant cryptocurrency ecosystems. Through innovation, education, and community engagement, Unicoin aims to democratize access to economic opportunities and redefine the role of digital assets in society.

About the Unicoin Foundation

The Unicoin Foundation is an independent, mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing the responsible adoption of blockchain technology. Through its Crypto for Good initiative and comprehensive educational programs, the Foundation seeks to empower individuals, support impactful projects, and foster a more inclusive and sustainable global economy.

Website: www.unicoin.org

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding future events and the anticipated impact of the Unicoin Foundation. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. Nothing in this release constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase any securities or digital assets.

Contact

Policy Advisor
Sam Amsterdam
Unicoin
Sam@amsterdamgroup.net

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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Hata Completes US$8 Million Series A Financing Led By Bybit

by admin April 22, 2026

written by admin

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hata, Malaysia’s only dual-licensed digital asset exchange, today announced the closing of a USD 8 million (approximately RM31.6 million) Series A funding round led by Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, alongside several prominent global family offices. The fundraise marks the beginning of a deep strategic collaboration between the two companies, one that goes beyond capital and signals a shared commitment to growing Malaysia’s digital asset ecosystem responsibly and at scale.

“Malaysia is a strategically important market for Bybit, with one of the most digitally engaged populations in Southeast Asia and strong long term potential for digital asset adoption. We see Hata as the right partner to help serve Malaysian investors through a compliant and regulated platform. By combining Hata’s local market leadership with Bybit’s global strengths in technology and product innovation, we hope to accelerate the growth of Malaysia’s digital asset and tokenised real world asset ecosystem.” said Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit.

The Series A round builds on Bybit’s earlier participation in Hata’s USD 4.2 million seed round, deepening a relationship that now extends into strategic collaboration. The round also saw participation from several global family offices with a strong focus on Southeast Asian technology and financial markets.

Hata will deploy the proceeds across three key areas on its platform, including strengthening its liquidity on its platform, accelerating user growth through its marketing and ecosystem initiatives and jointly developing innovative digital asset products tailored for Malaysians with Bybit.

“This partnership with Bybit marks a defining moment for Hata and for Malaysia’s digital asset industry. Bybit’s decision to lead this round and partner with us strategically is a strong validation of our belief that crypto should be built the right way, with proper licensing, rigorous compliance, and an unwavering commitment to investor protection. Together, we will combine Hata’s regulated local platform with Bybit’s global expertise in technology and product innovation to expand what is possible for Malaysian users.” says David Low, CEO of Hata.

For more information about Hata and its latest developments, visit the official Hata page to be part of Malaysia’s journey into the evolving world of digital assets.

About Hata

Hata is Malaysia’s leading dual-licensed digital asset exchange, providing a secure, compliant and accessible platform for investors to buy, sell and custody digital assets. Founded by Malaysians, Hata operates under licenses from the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA), ensuring full regulatory compliance and robust security standards for users in Malaysia and globally.

Since its launch in May 2023 through the end of 2025, Hata has established itself as Malaysia’s fastest-growing homegrown digital asset exchange, with more than 209,000 registered users. In 2025 alone, Hata processed RM1.04 billion in transaction volume, reflecting strong platform activity, while its assets under custody (AUC) have accumulated to RM86.3 million since launch to the end of 2025, peaking at RM115 million in September 2025 before broader market corrections.

Built on the principles of trust, transparency and technology, Hata is committed to setting new standards in Malaysia’s digital asset ecosystem while expanding access to safe, compliant and affordable crypto trading across the region.

In 2025, Hata expanded its product suite with the launch of Staking, beginning with Solana (SOL), enabling users to earn rewards while contributing to blockchain network security. Together with its Auto-Invest (DCA) feature, Hata continues to introduce innovative tools that empower Malaysians and institutions to build sustainable, long-term digital wealth.

Visit hata.io to learn more.

About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit offers a comprehensive suite of products including spot and derivatives trading, staking, copy trading, and institutional services. Renowned for its regulated custody, deep liquidity, and innovative product development, Bybit is committed to bridging the gap between traditional finance and decentralised finance across global markets.

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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Vantage Introduces An Enhanced App With A Seamless All-in-One Trading Experience

by admin April 22, 2026

written by admin

Port Vila, Vanuatu, April 21st, 2026, Chainwire

Vantage, a multi-asset CFD platform, has introduced an enhanced version of the Vantage App, with upgrades focused on asset visibility, capital movement, and a more integrated all-in-one trading experience.

As multi-asset investing becomes more complex, users expect more from trading platforms than execution alone. Beyond spreads, liquidity, and order speed, they increasingly look for clearer asset visibility, smoother capital movement, and a more connected experience across different financial use cases. This is the backdrop for the rise of all-in-one trading apps.

It is unfolding at a time when the boundary between traditional market access and digital trading infrastructure is becoming increasingly fluid. In the U.S., discussion around tokenized equities, more continuous market access, and modernized trading rails has accelerated, with Nasdaq recently announcing an equity token design initiative. Growing attention to tokenized gold and other digitally accessible commodity-related products also points to changing investor expectations around how capital, market access, and asset visibility connect across trading scenarios.

For Vantage, the relevance of this all-in-one model is not about placing more modules inside one interface. It is about reorganising the platform around the user’s full asset journey. That means moving beyond isolated workflows and toward a more connected, integrated structure built on asset clarity, capital mobility, and financial utility.

The first shift is visibility

In fragmented platform models, users often need to switch across contract accounts, copy trading accounts, funding wallets, and yield modules just to understand where their money sits. An integrated app experience begins with a unified view — one that helps users understand balances, positions, and allocation across different account types from a single starting point.

The second shift is capital movement

Traditional platforms may require users to understand internal account structures before they can deposit, transfer, withdraw, subscribe, or redeem. That may make sense from a backend perspective, but it creates unnecessary friction for users. The enhanced Vantage App simplifies the front-end journey, allowing capital movement to feel more direct and intuitive, while underlying processes remain in place.

The third shift is capital efficiency

In disconnected environments, funds may sit idle between product switches, transfers, or trading decisions. In a more integrated platform, users are able to see how capital is allocated, what remains unused, and how quickly funds can be repositioned. This is not just a convenience upgrade — it may improve how users manage available funds over time.

A fourth area of evolution is broader financial utility

Increasingly, users may expect platforms to connect trading with adjacent functions such as payments, card-linked services, and yield-related features, where available. Product availability varies by market, account status, and regulatory requirements, but the broader direction is evolving: the platform is becoming a more connected financial environment rather than a standalone execution tool.

This may also influence how trust is built. Execution quality and system stability remain essential, but in an all-in-one environment, trust also depends on transparency of assets, clarity of funding paths, and consistency across services. As platforms play a larger role in how users organise and move capital, they also place greater emphasis on how that experience is designed.

For Vantage, this evolution is about building an all-in-one platform experience that supports the full lifecycle of user activity — from overview and funding to trading, yield, and broader financial utility. More broadly, it reflects an industry shift: the key question is no longer only what users can trade, but how well a platform helps them manage their activity.

That is why the all-in-one model is relevant. It signals a move away from fragmented product design and toward a platform structure built around how users manage capital in a multi-asset world.

For Vantage, that all-in-one direction is currently taking shape.

About Vantage Markets

Vantage Markets is a multi-asset CFD broker offering access to trading opportunities across global financial markets. Through its range of trading platforms and tools, Vantage aims to provide users with a more accessible and efficient trading experience, subject to regulatory approval and availability in each jurisdiction.

Risk Warning: CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Ensure you understand the risks before trading.

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice or a recommendation to trade. It is not intended for distribution or use in any jurisdiction where such distribution would be contrary to local laws or regulations.

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Vantage
Brand.Support@vantagemarkets.com

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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Tria Integrates Decibel To Bring Onchain Perpetual Trading To Its Users

by admin April 22, 2026

written by admin

New York City, United States, April 21st, 2026, Chainwire

The integration embeds Decibel’s fully onchain, decentralized perpetuals exchange directly into Tria, enabling users to trade, earn, and spend from one self-custodial account, without bridges or custodial handoffs.

Tria, the self-custodial neofiance app unifying trading, yield, and payments into a single account, today announced a live integration with Decibel, a fully onchain perpetuals decentralized exchange built on Aptos. The integration, facilitated through Decibel’s Builder Code program, brings the decentralized exchange’s central limit order book (CLOB) directly into the Tria app, allowing users to place, match, and settle perpetual trades without leaving the platform or relinquishing custody of their assets.

The integration removes one of the most persistent sources of friction in digital asset markets: fragmentation. Users can now access perpetuals trading alongside yield strategies, cross-chain swaps, and card-based spending—all from the same self-custodial balance, without bridging assets or managing multiple wallets.

Decibel’s infrastructure operates entirely onchain, with every order placed, matched, and settled on Aptos. The result is sub-second finality and execution speeds that rival centralized exchanges, while maintaining full transparency and user control. Tria users can access this performance natively within the app, eliminating the need to move capital across platforms.

“Tria was built so that one account can handle everything—trading, earning, and spending,” said Parth Bhalla, Co-Founder and Tech Architect of Tria. “Integrating Decibel is a direct extension of that vision. Users can access high-performance perpetuals, put idle assets to work, and spend in the real world—all from the same self-custodial balance. That continuity is what makes onchain finance usable at scale.”

Decibel has already demonstrated significant throughput and user demand. On testnet, the platform processed more than 1 million trades per day with over 130,000 daily active users and 650,000 unique accounts. Since its mainnet launch in February 2026, Decibel has established itself as a leading onchain perpetuals venue, supported by a growing base of liquidity and institutional-grade infrastructure.

“Decibel has already proven that fully onchain trading can match the performance of centralized platforms,” said Brylee Whatley, Head of the Decibel Foundation. “The next step is distribution. By embedding directly into Tria, trading becomes something users can access instantly, not something they have to seek out. That shift is what moves onchain markets from niche to mainstream.”

Unlike traditional decentralized exchanges that require users to bridge funds into siloed environments, Tria integrates Decibel as a native financial primitive. This approach allows users to maintain a single balance across all activities, reducing operational complexity while improving capital efficiency.

Tria currently serves more than 500,000 users across 150+ countries and is backed by leading investors including P2 Ventures, Aptos, Polychain, and the Ethereum Foundation. The platform combines a self-custodial wallet with integrated financial services, including trading, yield generation, and card-based payments.

Decibel’s fully onchain CLOB architecture ensures that every transaction is verifiable on the Aptos blockchain, offering a level of transparency not typically found in high-performance trading systems. With sub-second finality and minimal transaction costs, the integration enables a seamless user experience without compromising on decentralization.

The Decibel integration is live in Tria beginning April 21, 2026.

About Tria

Tria is a self-custodial neofinance app designed to unify trading, yield, and payments into a single onchain account. Built for a global user base, Tria enables individuals to seamlessly trade digital assets, earn yield, and spend in the real world, all without relinquishing control of their funds or relying on custodial intermediaries. By integrating core financial primitives directly into one interface, Tria eliminates the fragmentation that has historically defined crypto markets, removing the need for bridging assets, managing multiple wallets, or navigating disconnected platforms. With support for cross-chain swaps, integrated yield strategies, and card-based payments, Tria delivers a cohesive financial experience where capital remains continuously accessible and productive. The platform currently serves more than 500,000 users across 150+ countries and is backed by leading investors including P2 Ventures, Polychain, and the Ethereum Foundation. Tria’s mission is to make onchain finance intuitive, efficient, and usable at global scale.

About Decibel

Decibel is a fully decentralized perpetuals exchange incubated by Aptos Labs. It operates a transparent Central Limit Order Book where order matching, settlement, and risk controls are enforced directly onchain and publicly verifiable. Designed for institutional-grade performance, Decibel emphasizes capital efficiency, deterministic risk management, deep liquidity, and high-speed execution.

About Aptos Network

Aptos is a high-performance proof-of-stake layer-one blockchain designed to power the next generation of financial systems through unparalleled throughput and low latency.

Contact

Jon Phillips
PhillComm Global
Tria@PhillComm.Global

April 22, 2026 0 comments

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