Month: August 2025

OpenMind plans to create a decentralized operating system for smart machines. Summary OpenMind obtained $20M in funding, led by Pantera CapitalOther backers include Coinbase Ventures, DCG, and moreThe startup plans to create an open-source OS for robotic intelligence Crypto and robotics may soon become a powerful synergy. On Monday, August 4, Pantera Capital led a $20 million funding round in OpenMind. Other investors include Coinbase Ventures, DCG, Ribbit, Lightspee

Base has surpassed Solana in daily token launches, driven by a boom in creator coins minted from social posts on the Base app. But with most of the activity driven by short-term traders, the question now is whether this new creator economy can last. Summary Base has surpassed Solana in daily token launches, driven by creator coins minted automatically by Zora’s smart contracts whenever users post social content on the Base app (formerly Coinbase Wallet).Over 1.6M tokens

A Coinbase UK ad campaign was abruptly shut down after TV networks refused to air it, and the exchange’s CEO isn’t staying quiet. Summary Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong criticized UK broadcasters for blocking the company’s recent crypto ad campaign.Armstrong said the decision reflects outdated perceptions of crypto in the United Kingdom.The UK’s lack of clear crypto rules has drawn criticism from experts.Some community members have condemned the tone of the Coinbase campa

The VINE coin saw a recent surge following Elon Musks prolific activities to revive old content using Grok Imagine. The token may soon join the lineup of tokens linked to Musk and generate even more. Summary Elon Musks plan to revive old social media content from VINE sparked a rally in the token.Dogecoin and Grok-related tokens also saw a surge in value following Elon Musks trending posts.The move comes on the heels of a renewed push by X to create an AI-powered super-

ZBCN price is edging closer to its ATH, currently trading just 25% below it, with strong technical momentum fueled by major fundamental developments. Summary ZBCN price is currently just 25% below its ATH of $0.0071, with technical indicators signaling further upside.Zebec is undergoing its final SOC 2 audit, expected to finish by August, boosting credibility with institutional and fintech partners.Zebec is actively working toward regulatory compliance, with its MiCA wh

Bitcoin has slipped below $115,000 amid an August correction, but behind the surface, a quiet shift in macro conditions may be laying the groundwork for a sharp reversal.At the time of writing, Bitcoin (BTC) is down 4% over the previous week, trading at $114,295. The pullback is a retracement of about 7% from its all-time high of $122,838 set on July 14. 10x Research points to a possible turning point that may be driven by less obvious macro shifts.Labor market revisions may reshape Fed expectat

Toncoin is showing signs of strength both on-chain and on the charts, despite a minor pullback over the past 24 hours. Summary TON is up 30% over the past month, supported by strong price structure and rising open interest.On-chain activity is climbing, with higher DEX volumes, chain fees, and stablecoin inflows.Technicals are mostly bullish, though momentum indicators suggest a short-term cooldown is possible. At press time, Toncoin (TON) is trading at $3.56, down 1

Cardano community members have approved a $71 million funding proposal to support a year-long upgrade plan by core developer Input Output Engineering. Summary Cardano community has approved a $71 million proposal to fund a 12-month upgrade plan led by Input Output Engineering.The 96 million ADA will be disbursed from the treasury on a milestone basis with oversight from Intersect. According to data from Cardano network explorer AdaStat, the proposal passed with 74% s

The statue of Bitcoin’s pseudonymous founder Satoshi Nakamoto was recently the victim of vandalism, stolen, shattered, and drowned for reasons unknown. Summary One of the three life-sized statues symbolizing Bitcoin’s anonymous founder Satoshi Nakamoto was recently stolen and vandalized in Lugano, Switzerland.A local witness has pointed to possible suspects behind the act.The Bitcoin community has widely condemned the attack on the statue. Satoshi disappears, againOn

Ethena surged over 140% in July, but an upcoming token unlock and whale exits now threaten to reverse its gains. Summary Ethena surged over 140% in July, driven by protocol growth, stablecoin expansion, and a major buyback announcement.A $103.6 million token unlock scheduled for Aug. 5 and whale sell-offs have raised concerns over short-term price pressure.ENA is currently trading near a key support level within a bearish wedge pattern. According to data from crypto.