Bitlayer (BTR) is a next-generation Bitcoin Layer-2 network built using the BitVM architecture, designed to bring smart contracts, DeFi, and high-speed transactions to the Bitcoin ecosystem while preserving Bitcoin’s security. It operates as an optimistic rollup with fraud-proof verification, enabling developers to run EVM-compatible applications and bridge assets between Bitcoin and other blockchains securely.
The native token, BTR, powers the network by enabling staking, governance, transaction fees, and ecosystem incentives. Bitlayer also introduces YBTC, a BTC-backed asset used within its DeFi protocols. Backed by major funding rounds and integrated with platforms like CoinList and Binance Wallet, Bitlayer aims to expand Bitcoin’s utility beyond a store of value into a fully programmable financial layer.
Breaking: Canary Capital Registers Trump Coin ETF In Delaware
Asset manager Canary Capital has registered a Trump Coin ETF in Delaware, indicating plans to offer a spot ETF for the meme coin.
Canary Capital is expected to file the S-1 and 19b-4 forms for the ETF next.
Trump coin could become the third meme coin to have a spot ETF.
The TRUMP price spiked on the back of the news.
Crypto ETF issuer Canary Capital has registered an entity that indicates plans to offer a Trump coin ETF. This provides a bullish outlook for the meme coin, which spiked on the revelation of this registration from the asset manager.
XRP Price Prediction: Analyst Says $6 Still in Play Despite BlackRock’s XRP ETF Rejection
XRP price eyes a rally to $6 after an analyst spotted a falling wedge breakout after the MVRV created a golden cross signal.
By muthoni
Highlights
XRP price eyes massive gains as the MVRV indicator flashes a golden cross.
The golden cross may trigger an over 600% surge in price like it happened last year.
Despite BlackRock denying plans for a spot XRP ETF, analysts forecast a rally to $6.
XRP price eyes notable gains despite a slight slip as attention shifts towards Ethereum. Last week, BlackRock also revealed it has no intent to file for a spot XRP ETF even with the SEC case closed. Despite these setbacks, an analyst hints that the price might reach $6.
Paxos joins Ripple and Circle to Apply for a National Banking License
Stablecoin issuer Paxos has joined fellow crypto firms Ripple and Circle in applying for a National Trust Charter to gain federal oversight.
By Boluwatife Adeyemi
Highlights
Paxos is looking to convert its NYDFS trust charter into a national trust charter.
This follows the firm's $48.5 million settlement with NYDFS.
Ripple and Circle have also applied for a national banking license.
Paxos is the latest crypto firm to apply for a national banking license, joining fellow stablecoin issuers Ripple and Circle. This follows the firm’s settlement with New York’s Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) over its anti-money laundering failures.
Huma Finance (HUMA) can be considered a potential opportunity for a long term hold. The project operates in the growing Real World Assets (RWA) and PayFi sectors, with backing from notable investors such as Circle Ventures and the Stellar Foundation. Its multi-chain support reduces network risks, while the 2024 merger with Arf expands capabilities in cross-border payments and institutional adoption. Although the token’s price remains volatile, its technology, partnerships, and adoption prospects suggest solid long term growth potential. Holding HUMA as a small percentage of a diversified portfolio could be a strategic choice for investors seeking exposure to innovative DeFi and payment solutions.
Near-term forecasts vary. Traders Union sees HUMA rising to ~$0.0437 within a week and ~$0.0408 in a month. CoinLore’s long-term outlook suggests a year-end high of ~$0.0518. CoinCodex warns of a dip toward ~$0.0272 in early fall but anticipates levels near ~$0.0449 within a year. From a community consensus on Binance, projections are more conservative yet optimistic: around ~$0.0383 by 2026 and reaching ~$0.0466 by 2030. Overall, expectations range from moderate near-term gains to more substantial long-term growth.#humafinanance $HUMA
Huma Finance (HUMA) is a decentralized PayFi (Payment Financing) protocol designed to connect real-world financial services with blockchain technology. It enables tokenization of income streams such as invoices, payrolls, and remittances, allowing businesses and individuals to access instant liquidity at low cost. Built on multiple chains, including Solana, Ethereum, Polygon, and Base, Huma focuses on speed, scalability, and accessibility.
The platform offers both permissionless pools for retail participants and permissioned institutional pools, catering to diverse user needs. Its native token, HUMA, is used for governance, staking, rewards, transaction fees, and collateral. The total token supply is 10 billion, with allocations to liquidity incentives, marketing, investors, team, and treasury.
Since launch, Huma has processed over $3.8 billion in transactions and raised $46 million in funding from investors like Circle Ventures and Stellar Development Foundation. A 2024 merger with Arf expanded its cross-border payments and real-world asset tokenization capabilities.
As of August 2025, HUMA trades around $0.0366 (≈ LKR 10.91) with a market cap of ~$65.8 million. The token’s all-time high was $0.06927 in May 2025. Huma aims to drive global adoption of blockchain-based payment financing through transparency, efficiency, and integration with institutional payment networks.
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