Off The Grid unveils the latest update for the game
#OffTheGrid introduces its latest game update, featuring cross-platform squad Invites, a rebalanced XP system, the debut of OmniHexes, an aim assist update, reworked limbs, a new loadout selection screen, and more.
#GunzillaGames , founded in 2020, is an independent game studio focused on creating next-generation gaming experiences by leveraging advanced technology. It has raised $76M in two funding rounds backed by Morningstar Ventures, CoinFund, Blizzard Fund, Republic Capital and others.
Binance Wallet will host MilkyWay’s public token sale
#BinanceWallet will host MilkyWay’s $MILK public token sale starting April 29th at 8:00 UTC. Allocation will be determined proportionally, based on the user's subscription amount relative to the total amount deposited during the subscription period. The required Alpha Points threshold will be announced on April 29th, before the start of the subscription.
Ronin completes migration to Chainlink’s CCIP for cross-chain transfers
The #Ronin network has completed its migration to Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), moving over $450 million in tokens from its deprecated bridge. Users can now transfer assets such as AXS, USDC, WETH, and WBTC between Ronin and #Ethereum using the updated system. The transition follows a validator vote selecting #Chainlink over other solutions. A new WBTC contract has also been launched, allowing holders to swap their tokens 1:1.
Bitwise files for NEAR ETF in delaware amid changing U.S. crypto policy
#Bitwise has filed to establish a #BitwiseNEAR ETF as a Delaware trust, taking an initial step toward launching a fund tracking the $NEAR cryptocurrency. The filing was confirmed by Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley. This move follows a broader trend of crypto #ETF applications as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission adopts a more favorable stance toward digital assets under the Trump administration. The #SEC is currently reviewing multiple crypto ETF proposals, including those for #Solana, #XRP, and #Dogecoin.
Gitcoin to shut down software division, refocus on grants program
#Ethereum -based public goods funding platform Gitcoin is closing its software development arm, #GitcoinLabs, citing financial challenges and an unsustainable path to profitability. The move, announced Friday, follows a year of strategic restructuring. #Gitcoin will continue operating its Grants Program and maintain certain tools like the Human Passport, while winding down others including Grants Stack and Allo Protocol. Remaining funds will be used to cover severance payments for affected employees.
Stripe is developing a new stablecoin product, focused outside US, EU, and UK
#Stripe is developing a new stablecoin-based product using #Bridge , the platform it acquired in 2024 for $1.1 billion. CEO Patrick Collison confirmed the project is now entering a testing phase, with customer feedback being gathered. The product is reportedly aimed at markets outside the United States, European Union, and United Kingdom. Stripe’s move follows rising global interest in #stablecoin payments, particularly in regions with limited card penetration and currency instability.
DeFi Development Corp seeks $1B to expand Solana investments
#DeFi Development Corp, formerly known as #Janover , has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission #SEC to raise over $1 billion for investments in Solana $SOL and to expand its treasury. The Nasdaq-listed company, previously focused on real estate financing, recently shifted its strategy under new leadership linked to former #Kraken executives. The firm plans to accumulate Solana tokens and operate #Solana validators, but noted that regulatory uncertainties around digital assets could impact its plans.