OP Labs Co-Founder Mark Tyneway discusses progress made in the Optimism ecosystem and how apps may bring the next wave of adoption.

Bitfinex has announced the integration of USDT0 on the Optimism network, enhancing stablecoin liquidity and transaction efficiency on the platform.

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.

Stablecoin regulations put extra obstacles in Terra Luna Classic's recovery path as trading volume plunges further.

More than a year after its initial announcement, Arbitrum launched Timeboost yesterday.

The crypto market has largely consolidated over the past week, as bulls attempt to regain control.

This new chain, built by Ethena Labs and Securitize, is designed to be the settlement layer for on-chain finance and RWAs. Celestia provides the underlying infrastructure.

Arbitrum launched Converge, a new blockchain-focused on tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs) and boosting on-chain finance.

Ethereum Layer-2 protocol Arbitrum has launched Converge, a new blockchain designed to serve as a settlement layer for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) and on-chain finance. Created by Ethena Labs and Securitize, Converge aims to bring billions of dollars in stable assets into decentralized finance (DeFi).

TL;DR Converge, the upcoming blockchain developed by Ethena and Securitize, is scheduled to launch its mainnet by the end of Q2 2025. It will leverage Arbitrum's scalability technology and Celestia's data availability layer to deliver superior performance with low latency.

Decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Ethena and tokenization firm Securitize said they will use part of Arbitrum's tech and data availability network Celestia for their real-world asset focused, Ethereum-compatible blockchain, aiming to launch mainnet in the second quarter of this year.

TL;DR Over 50M Arbitrum users can now access ZetaChain without switching networks or relying on external bridges or complex swaps. dApps use universal contracts that connect natively with chains like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Arbitrum. ZetaHub now lets users view balances, transfer assets, and provide liquidity from Arbitrum with a seamless, single-network experience.

The crypto market tanked over the past 24 hours, with the market cap declining almost 3% to $2.63 trillion as bearish sentiment returned. Bitcoin (BTC) peaked at a local high of $86,397 before investors began booking profits.

The total value of real-world assets (RWAs) on the Arbitrum network has surged over 1,000-fold since the start of 2024.

Crypto prices had a mixed performance last week, with popular tokens like Onyxcoin, Fartcoin, Jasmy, Hyperliquid, and Helium soaring. Other altcoins like Tezos, EOS, Movement, Toncoin, and Ethereum crashed by double digits.

If you lost crypto due to the Terra collapse, there's still time to act. Terraform Labs has extended the deadline for victims to file their claims for crypto losses through its official portal.

U.S. prosecutors confirmed that a recent Department of Justice (DOJ) memo narrowing crypto-related enforcement will not impact the criminal case against Do Kwon, co-founder and former CEO of Terraform Labs. During a Thursday hearing in the Southern District of New York, Judge Paul Engelmayer asked if Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanches internal memo would affect charges against Kwon.

Prosecutors said they have no plans to alter the charges against Do Kwon despite a policy shift memo from deputy attorney general.

Prosecutors told a New York judge on Thursday that they don't plan to change the charges against Kwon in light of the memo.

Known for its long-term volatility and for missing out on the 2024 bull market since early March, Terra Classic (LUNC) is once again drawing attention as the next U.S. court hearing involving Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon approaches on April 10.

Arbitrum was one of the early layer-2 blockchain solutions that amassed mainstream popularity with many crypto holders adding this token to their long term bag as well.

Arbitrum DAO is at the center of a voting manipulation controversy after one user spent 5 ETH worth around $10,000 to buy 19.5 million ARB ($6.5 million) votes. Crypto analyst Ignas shared the incident on X, noting that it could have massive consequences for decentralized governance.

With just one day left, April 10 is shaping up to be a crucial date for Terra Classic (LUNC) and TerraClassicUSD (USTC) investors. This is when Terra co-founder Do Kwon will appear for a conference hearing that could influence the ongoing legal proceedings tied to the 2022 Terra crash.

Arbitrum DAO faces scrutiny as vote-buying through Lobby Finance sparks debate over decentralized governance, highlighting vulnerabilities in token-weighted voting systems and calls for reform within blockchain-based decision-making processes. The post Lobby Finance Vote-Buying on Arbitrum Raises Alarms Over DAO Security and Governance Integrity appeared first on Cryptonews.

A recent vote-buying incident within Arbitrum DAO has raised concerns about the viability of decentralized governance as investors exploit on-chain mechanisms to acquire influence through borrowed voting power. According to an April 8 report by crypto analyst Ignas, a user identified as hitmonlee.eth spent 5 Ethereum (ETH), approximately $10,000, to obtain 19.

1.03 trillion staked in vaults hint at long-term LUNC holders feeling price appreciation on the horizon.

DAO governance is under threat, as shown by the latest case where one user spent just $10,000 to influence a key decision on Arbitrum.

The total cryptocurrency market capitalisation has dropped sharply to $2.4 trillion, down from its December 2024 peak of $3.9 trillion. This close to 40% contraction over roughly four months reflects growing investor unease amid escalating geopolitical and economic tensions.

Bitcoin (BTC) and the crypto markets plunged on Monday morning (Asia). The week started with a bloodbath as Donald Trump's tariffs decimated the global stock markets.

Arbitrum DAO spends millions on attracting users and protocols. However, most of these gains are short-lived, says Pink Brains.

CLS Global, a crypto market maker registered in the United Arab Emirates, has been hit with a $428,000 fine for wash trading of the FBI's bait token NexFundAI.

TL;DR WisdomTree expanded its platform to Arbitrum, Avalanche, Base, and Optimism, enabling investment in more tokenized assets. Investors can trade with US dollars or USDC and store their funds in third-party or self-custodial wallets. The offering includes 13 tokenized funds, covering money market, equity indexes, and fixed income with regulatory backing.

The firm also offers a broader selection of tokenized funds, including equity indexes and fixed income strategies.

WisdomTree's giving institutions access to their tokenized funds across Arbitrum, Base, Avalanche, Ethereum and Optimism with its WisdomTree Connect, the team exclusively told Blockworks.

The crypto market took a dramatic tumble after President Donald Trump's Liberation Day speech on Wednesday. Markets panicked after President Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on global trading partners.

Terra Luna Classic token consolidated at a crucial support level as the weekly burn rate soared and a key community vote began. Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) was trading at $0.

On-chain records showcase a massive burn of Terra system's native tokens, sparking rebound hopes for LUNC holders.

The cryptocurrency market rebounded late on Monday as major cryptocurrencies registered substantial gains. As a result, the crypto market cap is up over 1% and currently sits at $2.69 trillion.

TL;DR Lido DAO has strengthened its governance system with extended two-phase voting periods, an emergency mechanism called GateSeal, and a structure of expert committees for technical and financial decision-making. These enhancements aim to boost participation, reduce risk, and ensure transparent, decentralized governance.

Terraform Labs will launch a Crypto Loss Claims Portal on March 31, 2025, enabling investors impacted by the 2022 collapse of terrausd (UST) and associated cryptocurrencies to seek compensation.

Managed by administrators at New York-based Kroll, the portal will open on Monday, March 31 and close on April 30.

Terraform Labs, the company behind the collapsed Luna token and TerraUSD stablecoin, is launching an online claims portal on March 31. The portalclaims.terra.moneywill allow eligible investors to file for compensation tied to the companys 2022 downfall and ongoing bankruptcy process.

Creditors must file claims by April 30, 2025, to seek potential recovery.

Nonoperational blockchain firm Terraform Labs confirmed opening its crypto loss claims portal on 31 March. That comes after the company filed for insolvency in January 2024. It applied for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after its $40 billion empire fell in 2022. As part of its closure, Terraform Labs introduced a crypto loss claims portal.

Trump is shaking things up in crypto again! This time, he's handing out pardons, and the latest beneficiaries are BitMEX co-founders Arthur Hayes, Benjamin Delo, and Samuel Reed. The trio had pleaded guilty to breaking banking laws, but Trump's move wipes their records clean.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is getting flak from opposition leaders for failing to avert U.S. car tariffs hanging over his country, a major automotive producer in Europe. The political attack came after President Donald Trump's decision to slap a 25% levy on all foreign-made cars next month.

The claims process requires proof of ownership, with on-chain verification preferred over manual submissions to avoid delays or rejections.

Crypto whales bought Optimism (OP), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Worldcoin (WLD) in recent days. OP saw a rise in large holders despite being down 73% over the past year, while DOGE whale wallets climbed to a two-week high as meme coin sentiment shows signs of recovery.