TL;DR Polygon and Pyse launch a model that tokenizes electric delivery motorcycles and monetizes their environmental and urban data on blockchain. The system rewards users with tokens based on the value of the data generated, which is later commercialized for logistics and insurance.

Polygon surprises the NFT market by surpassing Ethereum with a collection backed by physical assets. This performance marks a turning point in the industry, where the tokenization of real objects is increasingly attracting investors seeking tangible value and blockchain security.

With tokenized vehicles now live, Polygon and Pyse say India's EV market is ripe for blockchain-powered green infrastructure.

In recent months, the world of NFTs has witnessed a significant evolution. If in the past the focus was mainly on digital art, today the focus is shifting towards tangible assets, and at the forefront of this transformation is Polygon, which has recently surpassed Ethereum in terms of weekly sales. According to the data from CryptoSlam updated as of April 22, NFTs on Polygon generated 22.1 million dollars in weekly sales, recording an increase of 17.64% compared to the previous week. In comparison, Ethereum stopped at 21.8 million, while Mythos Chain and Bitcoin totaled 14.3 million and 14.1 million respectively. This jump led Polygon to hold 24% of the global NFT transaction volume, out of a weekly total of 92.9 million dollars.

Polygon NFTs have generated $22.1 m in weekly volume, passing Ethereum and Bitcoin and attracting nearly 59 % more buyers. Courtyard's tokenized Pokémon and baseball cards illustrate how insured vault custody and burn‑to‑redeem options have strengthened confidence in hybrid real‑world‑asset models. The post Polygon NFTs Overtake Ethereum with $22M Weekly Sales as Real World Asset Demand Surges appeared first on Cryptonews.

POL (POL) bulls continue to drive the token's short-term rally that began on April 18, pushing the price higher and achieving double-digit percentage growth on the weekly timeframe.

Ethereum lost its spot as the top NFT platform from the first time, to its layer 2 Polygon.

Polygon-based non-fungible tokens (NFTs) took the top spot in digital collectible sales after surging 20% in the last seven days. On April 22, NFT data tracker CryptoSlam showed that Polygon NFTs overtook Ethereum, reaching a $22.3 million volume in the past week.

The crypto market has started the week on a bullish note, registering a jump of over 2% and rising to $2.75 trillion as cryptocurrency prices registered a sharp increase thanks to a perceived threat to the Federal Reserve's independence after President Trump's comments on Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

Sui (SUI) and Litecoin (LTC) have both delivered strong gains in the past 24 hours as the market kept pushing their prices to higher levels during the weekend.

Polygon's Ecosystem Token (POL) is rising in price after breaking above the 21-day SMA barrier.

Polygon's flagship DEX merges AI with DeFi to simplify complex tools and make them easily accessible.

Total value locked (TVL) is a widely used metric to track the popularity, adoption, and overall health of decentralized finance (DeFi) projects. However, is it the most accurate reflection of a chain's true value?

The crypto market registered a substantial drop on Wednesday before recovering towards the end of the day after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell flagged concerns about inflation and slowing growth due to tariffs. However, markets recovered as crypto remained strong in the face of adversity even though traditional stock markets took a beating.

Russia is all set to host the Global Blockchain Forum 2025 on April 23 & 24. With 15K+ attendees from over 100 countries, the forum will focus on topics like Web3, cryptocurrencies, investments, blockchain, trading, mining, and AI.

As Polygon lays the groundwork for mainstream Web3 adoption in India by bringing blockchain access to over 450 million Reliance Jio users, it remains focused on balancing speed, scalability and affordability, without compromising on decentralization.Polygon is working with Jio, a telecom giant owned by India's richest man, Mukesh Ambani, to find ways to infuse blockchain technology into its existing services. The duo is currently adding blockchain-based capabilities to the JioSphere web browser, which would have been expensive, cumbersome and time-consuming via traditional methods.

Litecoin is fighting to break free from a tough resistance zone. Will it finally rally above $78 or sink below $70?

Polygon's Ecosystem Token (POL) has halted its decline above the $0.15 support.

Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon Labs, speaks with a practiced clarity that reflects his background as a lawyer. Over the course of our conversation, he outlines Polygon's strategy to position itself as the connective tissue in an increasingly crowded blockchain ecosystem.

Litecoin has long been a familiar name among cryptocurrency enthusiasts, celebrated for its speed and lower transaction costs compared to Bitcoin. Recently, after weeks of turbulent price action, Litecoin has witnessed a modest recovery, posting an impressive 7.8% increase to reach approximately $78.

With the growing competition in the blockchain ecosystem, Shiba Inu's Layer-2 blockchain, Shibarium, is struggling to keep up with its competitors as its daily trading volume plunges to only $21,000, far behind rivals like Polygon and Base. This raises concerns for Shiba Inu investors as traders seem to be shifting their focus elsewhere.

Filecoin (FIL) was also among the top underperformers, declining 4.5% from Wednesday.

Polygon's Ecosystem Token (POL) has started to experience additional selling pressure after failing to hold above the $0.20 support level.

Aavegotchi, a project that combines non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and Web3 gaming, has chosen to stop using Polygon MATIC and move to Base, an Ethereum ETH Layer-2 network.

Litecoin (LTC) saw a significant price surge on Tuesday, climbing 12.76% to $71.94 by 02:03 ET (06:03 GMT), according to the Investing.com Index. This marks Litecoins biggest single-day gain since January 15, offering a momentary rebound despite a broader downtrend over the past week.

Aavegotchi, a non-fungible token (NFT) protocol focused on Web3 gaming, has opted to abandon blockchain network Polygon and “go all-in” on Base, an Ethereum layer-2 scaling chain, according to the results of an onchain vote. On April 8, Aavegotchi's community members voted 93.5% in favor of a proposal to “Make Aavegotchi Based Again” by deprecating the protocol's smart contracts on Polygon and re-deploying on Base, according to Aavegochti's governance page.

The move follows sharp drops in user activity and total value locked on Polygon as Base's usage climbs

TL;DR The Aavegotchi community approved, with over 95% support, the migration from Polygon to Base and the deactivation of the Geist contract. All game assets will be duplicated on Base, while contracts on Polygon will be locked to prevent changes or transfers.

The Aavegotchi community has voted to migrate from its existing deployment on Polygon to Base and sunset its Geist Layer 3.

Litecoin (LTC) was the top underperformer, declining 19.7% from Friday.

Litecoin (LTC) dropped 10.05% on Sunday, falling to $74.18 by 14:19 (18:19 GMT), marking its steepest one-day loss since April 6, according to Investing.com. This sharp decline reduced Litecoins market capitalization to $5.77 billion, now just 0.22% of the total crypto market value.

With the market falling fast due to global tariff wars, LTC is in freefall. Can it recover, or is this the start of something worse?

Pornhub, the popular adult entertainment website, has added Bitcoin and Litecoin to its payment options. The adult website has been already accepting the cryptocurrency verge (XVG) from 2018.

Fidelity has launched a no-fee crypto Individual Retirement Account (IRA) that allows U.S. adults to invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. The post Fidelity's New Crypto IRA Could Be Huge for Litecoin – Here's Why appeared first on Cryptonews.

Fidelity launches zero-fee crypto IRAs offering Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin exposure through tax-advantaged retirement accounts for US investors.

Since the inauguration of the new president of the US, the markets have remained highly volatile. Moreover, the tariff war has caused more harm, which seems to have become more uncertain than before.

An important turning point in the world of finance and pensions comes from the United States: Fidelity Investments, the largest American provider of 401(k) retirement accounts, has announced the introduction of cryptocurrencies in individual retirement accounts (IRA). Investors can now include Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Litecoin (LTC) in their retirement plans. A decision that opens up new scenarios for the integration of digital currencies into long-term savings. With the launch of the new service, Fidelity allows its clients to open a “crypto IRA“, a retirement account that permits the purchase and holding of cryptocurrencies. Already known to the retail public through Fidelity's trading crypto service, the three digital coins can now be an integral part of the retirement investment strategy.

Fidelity Investments is launching zero-fee retirement plans that will provide investors exposure to three major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Litecoin (LTC). The product is available to US citizens over 18 who reside in states where Fidelity Digital Assets supports crypto individual retirement arrangements (IRAs).

Fidelity Investments has introduced an IRA that permits private investors to invest in cryptocurrencies under its web3-focused subsidiary, Fidelity Digital Assets.

Fidelity Investments has introduced a new Individual Retirement Account (IRA) product that allows U.S. investors to directly invest in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Litecoin (LTC). This new product will satisfy the increasing number of investors seeking tax-efficient ways to invest in cryptocurrencies.

Fidelity Investments has launched an individual retirement account (IRA) that lets individuals to invest in cryptocurrencies under its web3-focused subsidiary Fidelity Digital Assets.

Fidelity Investments has introduced a new crypto-focused retirement account, giving individual investors the opportunity to hold digital assets directly in tax-advantaged retirement portfolios. The offering includes access to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) and Litecoin (CRYPTO: LTC), and is available to U.S. residents aged 18 and older.

Polygon's Ecosystem Token (POL) is stabilizing above the $0.19 low after breaking above the previous low of $0.29.

Wall Street giant Goldman Sachs has predicted that the US Federal Reserve will trim interest rates three times this year, which could bode well for Bitcoin and altcoins. Amid this forecast, below are the top 4 altcoins to buy to enjoy significant returns.

The Litecoin (LTC) open interest data shows the coin has experienced a mild surge in the past 24 hours. Interestingly, the LTC open interest outlook has outpaced that of Bitcoin, a mild case of decoupling at a time when the broader digital currency ecosystem is seeing a drawdown.

The traditional four-year crypto market cycle, once closely tied to Bitcoin halving events, is no longer as predictable as it once was.

The halving, once the war drum of the bull market, has fallen silent. In the silence, Bitcoin seeks a new rhythm in a crypto market that dances differently.

The four-year crypto market cycle that traders and investors have become accustomed to is no longer as pronounced due to the maturation of crypto as an asset class and the participation of institutional investors, according to Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal.During a recent episode of Cointelegraph's Chain Reaction, Nailwal said that Overall speculative activity is down due to high interest rates in the United States and low-liquidity conditions, but will rebound once rates are cut and the Trump administration settles into its new role. Although interest rates on 10-year Treasury bonds have come down significantly, rates still remain relatively high.