Protocol & Platform Updates
DeFi Developments
- Uniswap: Launched V4 with advanced iterations of its protocol across 10 chains, marking a significant expansion in their ecosystem.
- PumpFun: Offering high-yield staking for unregistered securities, expanding their DeFi offerings.
- Ondo DeFAI: SONDAO will be listed on the AscendEX exchange, broadening their market presence.
Exchange & Trading Platforms
- Kraken: Taking decisive steps by delisting USDT and other stablecoins, with completion expected by March 31st.
- BounceBit: Formed a strategic partnership with Hashnode, initiating plans to integrate USYC.
- Layer.Zero: Successfully reached a settlement agreement with FTX regarding Alameda deal.
Corporate & Infrastructure News
Platform Innovations
- Mode: Achieved a milestone with the alpha release of their AI Terminal.
- Unmarshal SMASH: Announced a significant partnership with TOX, expanding their service offerings.
- Zesh AI: Made headlines with the announcement of its IPO allowlist on Polkastarter.
Major Corporate Developments
- Coinbase: Launched Grind, introducing a new platform focused on on-chain advertising.
- Grayscale: Announced the anticipated launch of its Dogecoin ETF.
- Tether: Reported impressive profits of $1B in 2024.
Infrastructure Integration
- Push CHAIN: Partnered with Stacks to enhance dApp accessibility.
- Polyhedra: Completed the integration of zk-Bridge with Plume Network.