The post Stellar XLM Powers UNDP Global Aid Payments Plan appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com.
UNDP expands Stellar-based blockchain payments into global operations after pilots cut Aleppo costs from 10% to 2%. UNDP Eurasia, UNDP AltFinLab, and the Stellar Development Foundation have signed a new blockchain payments agreement. The deal moves Stellar-based payment tools closer to regular UNDP country office use. The agreement follows more than one year of testing in several countries. These trials included Haiti, Syria, Kenya, Guatemala, and The Gambia. Additional prototypes were also developed in Colombia and Papua New Guinea. Together, these programs helped UNDP assess blockchain payments for field operations. The agreement runs through 2027 and includes a full scaling plan. It also marks a move from pilot projects toward formal payment infrastructure. Stellar Payments Shift Into UNDP Operations The new agreement creates a payment framework for UNDP country offices worldwide. It is d
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Bitwise has reshuffled its flagship Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF (BITW), and the biggest headline from the rebalance is the arrival of Hyperliquid’s HYPE token — a move that signals just how dramatically the decentralized exchange sector has muscled its way into institutional allocation conversations. Key takeaways Hyperliquid (HYPE) and Stellar (XLM) have been added to the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF (BITW) in the latest rebalance. Polkadot (DOT) and Avalanche (AVAX) were removed from the fund. HYPE posted $1.34 trillion in trading volume and $320 million in revenue in the first half of 2026, with a 165% year-to-date gain. Following the rebalance, HYPE carries an approximate 0.95% weighting in the fund. The reconstitution was driven by constituent weight optimization and market capitalization rankings. Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF Updates Holdings The BITW rebalance, announced July
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Asia’s ongoing repression of cryptocurrency prediction markets is channeling investment, liquidity, and innovation to Western nations that opted for regulation. In a report dated July 8, the Web3 research firm Tiger Research suggested that the characterization of prediction markets as unlawful gambling is hindering Asian countries from enjoying a thriving blockchain market. Instead of stopping demand, the legal constraints merely push users and business transactions onto international platforms and diminish consumer safety. The growth of the sphere has been fueled by crypto-native platforms like Polymarket, where trades are settled on-chain. Tiger Research estimates that the volume of trade exceeds $14 billion every month; moreover, the leaders in the industry have an overall value of $40 billion. According to the report, Prediction markets sell contracts that pay $1 if an event takes p
The post AI Trading Platform Launches on Sui with WaterX appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com.
A brand-new AI trading platform is making its debut on the Sui blockchain — and the crypto world is paying attention, even if the numbers haven’t moved yet. On July 8, 2026, WaterX announced itself as an AI-native trading gateway, combining perpetual contracts, prediction markets, and real-world assets into a single interface. The ambition is real. So is the challenge of proving it. Key takeaways WaterX launched as an AI-native trading gateway on the Sui blockchain on July 8, 2026. The platform integrates perpetual contracts, prediction markets, and real-world assets (RWAs) in one interface. WaterX is part of the Sui Moonshots program, backed by the Sui Foundation. At launch, trading volume stands at zero — the platform is in its early rollout phase. WaterX Predict is the platform’s AI-driven tool drawing early attention from traders and institutions. What WaterX Is Building on Sui Most crypto
The post Stellar (XLM) Volume Surges 303%, Is Market Liquidity Back? appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com.
Stellar (XLM) is experiencing a surge in trading activity in the last 24 hours, with volume up by more than 303%. Trading volume for XLM is up 303% in the last 24 hours to $873 million, according to data from CoinMarketCap. This is noteworthy as most major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, saw a drop in volume over the last 24 hours, falling 20% and 15% respectively. Dogecoin’s trading volume fell by nearly 26% in the same timeframe. Stellar’s 303% volume surge while its price fell, however, remains an outlier. Stellar (XLM) Trading Volume, Image by CoinMarketCap The main trigger behind the volume increase is not evident, but some factors might have contributed. Stellar’s third major protocol upgrade has taken place so far in 2026, with a corresponding rise in trader activity. XRP ETFs Log One of Biggest Outflows of 2026 Can Cashcat (CASHCAT) Become Next Shiba Inu (
The integration of crypto in the 2026 World Cup could redefine sports fan engagement and set a precedent for future blockchain applications.
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The post UN Blockchain Week 2026: The Premier Blockchain Gathering Redefining Global Innovation During UNGA and NYFW appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com.
UN Blockchain Week is emerging as the must-attend blockchain event of the year. This premier 10-day gathering in New York City from September 10–19, 2026, is perfectly timed with the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and New York Fashion Week (NYFW). It brings together blockchain leaders, policymakers, high-net-worth investors, heads of state, and visionaries at the powerful intersection of Bitcoin, AI & Energy, Space, and fashion-tech. The event features a flagship premiere 2-day conference on September 16–17, followed by BitcoinPalooza as its official evening after-party. What Sets UN Blockchain Week Apart in the Blockchain Event Landscape? UN Blockchain Week stands out as the only major blockchain event synchronized precisely with UNGA and NYFW. It moves beyond standard conferences by delivering direct engagement with world le
The post Hyperliquid Leads Push for Onchain Perps Beyond Crypto: Pantera appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com.
Perpetual futures are on track to become one of the dominant trading instruments in global finance, with decentralized exchange Hyperliquid demonstrating how blockchain-based infrastructure could challenge traditional markets, according to Pantera Capital. The blockchain-focused asset manager said in a Wednesday X post that perpetual futures offer structural advantages over traditional derivatives, including 24/7 trading, no contract expiries, simpler position management and continuous price discovery, making them increasingly attractive beyond crypto markets. Pantera, an investor in the Hyperliquid ecosystem, said Hyperliquid has become the leading example of that shift by expanding perpetual futures beyond cryptocurrencies into equities, commodities and stock indices as part of founder Jeff Yan’s vision of “housing all of finance.” Hyperliquid’s growth has drawn attention fro
The post Robinhood insiders sell HOOD shares after stock rally appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com.
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev sold 375,000 shares of Robinhood Markets stock on July 6, according to a recent SEC filing. The filing shows that his Class B shares automatically converted into Class A common stock when the sale took place. The transaction was made under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted on Sept. 5, 2025. Summary Tenev sold 375,000 shares through a preset plan as HOOD traded near recent highs Monday. Gallagher also sold 10,000 shares, while Robinhood Markets trimmed its RVI fund stake this week. Crypto.news coverage ties Robinhood’s rally to tokenized stocks, blockchain launches, and prediction market growth plans 🚨BREAKING: Robinhood CEO, CLO, Venture Capital Dumped Millions in HOOD Stocks💰• CEO Vlad Tenev sold 375,000 shares worth ~$43.6 million• CLO Daniel Gallagher sold 9500 shares → ~$1.1 Million•Robinhood Ventures Fund I sold 21,300 RVI shares The sales come as $HOOD s
