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David Horvath joins Claynosaurz to lead its brand development in Asia
The NFT brand Claynosaurz, known for its animated dinosaur characters, has hired David Horvath to lead brand management and consumer product growth in Asia.
Horvath is best known for co-creating 'UglyDolls,' a popular designer toy series that later grew into a global franchise through movies, TV shows, and merchandise.
He has collaborated with companies such as Sony Music Japan, Coca-Cola Japan, Hasbro, and Modern to launch products and brands closely related to local culture.
The team announced in an article on X on Tuesday that Horvath will help Claynosaurz create physical products, develop retail partnerships, and expand the brand's influence in Japan, South Korea, and other Asian markets.
Christie's launches cryptocurrency department specializing in real estate transactions
Christie's International Real Estate confirmed in an interview with The New York Times this week that the company has established a cryptocurrency department to process luxury real estate transactions using digital currency.
CEO Aaron Kirman stated that the company has completed high-end sales of cryptocurrency and expects this trend to accelerate as the demand from wealthy cryptocurrency buyers grows. The department has a specialized team of lawyers and analysts dedicated to helping clients buy and sell properties without using traditional banks.
Reports indicate that Christie's auction house is active in about 50 countries, with sellers willing to accept over $1 billion worth of goods in cryptocurrency.
PayPal launches a cryptocurrency payment platform for US merchants
PayPal has launched a new service 'Pay with Crypto' that allows US merchants to accept over 100 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, while reducing international transaction fees by up to 90%.
The platform allows customers to pay with cryptocurrencies, which can be instantly converted to stablecoins or fiat currency, with funds available almost immediately.
PayPal CEO Alex Chriss stated in a press release that the system is designed to help businesses of all sizes expand globally without incurring high cross-border fees or complex integrations.
The company stated on Monday that the tool integrates with major wallets like MetaMask and Coinbase and is expected to launch nationwide in the coming weeks.
Coinbase partners with JPMorgan to expand cryptocurrency access
Coinbase and JPMorgan announced a new partnership expected to provide over 80 million Chase customers with an easier way to buy and use cryptocurrencies.
Starting this fall, customers will be able to use Chase credit cards to top up their Coinbase accounts. By 2026, they will also be able to exchange Chase Ultimate Rewards points for the USDC stablecoin pegged to the dollar and link their Chase bank accounts directly with Coinbase.
The two companies stated that this partnership aims to make cryptocurrencies more accessible and integrate them into everyday banking.
The White House releases a cryptocurrency roadmap aimed at establishing the US's leadership in digital finance.
Following President Trump's executive order in January to promote the development of digital financial technologies, the White House released a report on Wednesday outlining how the US can lead global cryptocurrency innovation.
The President's Digital Asset Market Working Group recommends granting federal agencies clearer authority over cryptocurrency market regulation, updating banking rules, encouraging the adoption of stablecoins, and updating tax guidelines to lighten the burden on cryptocurrency users. The report also calls for legal protections around self-custody and privacy while supporting clear anti-money laundering regulations for decentralized finance (DeFi) participants.
Officials stated that the roadmap aims to strengthen the dollar's position in global payments and usher in the so-called 'Golden Age of Cryptocurrencies.'
MetaMask adds stablecoin earning feature to help you earn passive income
MetaMask has launched the Stablecoin Earn feature in its mobile app, allowing users to earn passive income by directly depositing stablecoins into the Aave lending protocol.
Users can deposit USDC, USDT, or DAI without paying MetaMask fees and receive interest-bearing tokens in return, which will appreciate over time.
This feature allows one-click withdrawals without identity verification, giving users complete control over their funds. MetaMask stated in the announcement that this tool is designed to be easy to use, has no lock-in period, and can be fully integrated with applications.
NBA Top Shot NFTs are now available in vending machines in Japan
Thanks to a new collaboration between Dapper Labs and web3 marketing firm 24karat, basketball fans in Japan can now purchase NBA Top Shot NFTs directly from vending machines.
These smart machines are installed at train stations and shopping malls across the country. Users can simply scan a QR code with their mobile phone to create a Flow blockchain wallet and purchase a mystery package for about $6.70 using Apple Pay, Google Pay, or credit cards, without any cryptocurrency knowledge.
The purpose of this launch is to make collecting NFTs as simple as drinking a beverage, providing an easier entry point for ordinary buyers to gain digital ownership in the real world.
Play Solana and Pudgy Penguins limited edition Gameboy is now live
The company announced on X on Tuesday that Play Solana has launched a limited edition Pudgy Penguins-themed handheld gaming device, which is now open for pre-order at a price of $349.
Play Solana announced that for each PSG1 device sold, it will purchase and destroy an equivalent amount of PENGU (the cryptocurrency associated with the Pudgy Penguins ecosystem).
The PSG1 is equipped with an octa-core processor, 8GB of memory, 128GB of storage, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a rear fingerprint sensor. It also has a built-in hardware wallet for securely storing digital assets.
The device is primarily aimed at collectors and crypto enthusiasts who wish to combine gaming with web3 features.
Ethereum's Tenth Anniversary
This week, Ethereum celebrated its tenth anniversary and held a series of important events, marking a decade of innovation in decentralized finance. This milestone event included a global livestream featuring Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin and major contributors like Tim Beiko, Joseph Lubin, Tomasz Stańczak, and Hsiao-wei Wang, reviewing Ethereum's development history and future.
To celebrate Ethereum's birthday, Ethereum co-founder and Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin rang the Nasdaq closing bell in Times Square to commemorate the network's role in shaping web3.
Meanwhile, CoinDesk's Tina Kuriyama shared a personal reflection on LinkedIn about Buterin's speech at the first Consensus conference in 2015, just months after Ethereum's launch.
The one-day event attracted 500 attendees at the Times Square auditorium, and today, Ethereum drives a $460 billion ecosystem.
Note: Mention of tokens is for reference only and does not constitute financial or investment advice.
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