Taiko Restores Cross-Chain Bridge 10 Days After $1.7M Hack

Live markets: Bitcoin holds above $60,000 as yen jumps on intervention fears

Metaplanet Expands Bitcoin Treasury to 43,000 BTC With $170M Purchase

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has acquired an additional $170 million worth of Bitcoin, further growing its cryptocurrency reserves. The purchase brings the company's total Bitcoin holdings to 43,000 BTC, cementing its position as the world's third largest publicly traded Bitcoin holder. The move is part of Metaplanet's ongoing strategy of using Bitcoin as a core treasury asset. The company also reported improved revenue from its Bitcoin Income Generation operations following the latest acquisition.

Solana launches on-chain governance with 100,000 SOL validator entry threshold

Solana has introduced a formal on-chain governance system called Solana Governance Proposals, allowing network participants to collectively shape the blockchain's direction. Validators and their stakers can now officially signal their preferences for network decisions. To submit a governance proposal, a validator must have at least 100,000 SOL staked behind it. Notably, individual stakers retain the power to override their validator's vote, giving delegators a direct voice in governance outcomes.

XRP rises on whale activity but retail caution keeps recovery in doubt

XRP has edged higher amid a notable uptick in large-holder, or whale, activity in recent days. New wallet creation on the XRP network reached its highest point in three months, signaling growing on-chain engagement. Despite these positive signals, retail traders remain cautious and have yet to participate strongly in the move. Analysts suggest that XRP must reclaim the $1.10 price level for the recovery to be considered credible.