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Cardano could drop lower, but its good risk-to-reward ratio is already becoming too appealing to ignore if prices start rebounding.

This narrative is according to a live chart analysis from YouTuber Jayson Casper. While prices remain deep in the red, he believes that Cardano (ADA) is a “good asset” that could offer insane returns from the current level when market conditions start to improve.

Cardano at a Good Place Casper first noted that Cardano is at a “good place” to start buying as its price remains well below prior highs. Currently around $0.178, the coin has fallen below its previous bear market lows around $0.22, after a lackluster price action during the bull market phase.

The analyst views the current level as a great entry point for long-term holders, citing its appealing risk-to-reward ratio should a recovery start.

However, his analysis does not rule out the possibility of further downside. A projected chart shows that two major supports lie below the current market price, with Casper noting that he is closely watching them.

Cardano Key Support Levels/Jayson Casper The first is the important weekly support at $0.125, aligning with the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement level. This downtrend would not only represent a nearly 30% decline from the current market price but also potentially take ADA to price levels last seen in November 2020.

The chart shows that the second key support sits around the 0.786 Fibonacci level at $0.05, a staggering 72% crash from here. Although he sees this as very unlikely, Casper noted that he would grab the opportunity if it presents itself.

Upside Potential and Massive Risk to Reward Casper is particularly interested in Cardano because it offers good rewards relative to the risks of exposure. The asset is already down over 90% from its all-time high and around key historical supports; hence, there is more room on the upside than on the downside.

To explain this, he used the percentage upside for a spot ADA buy if it reclaims key upside targets. In a case where Cardano rebounds from the support at $0.052 to its all-time high of $3.10, it would represent a 6,100%, or 59.6x growth.

Interestingly, even if it reaches only the bull market high of $1.32 in December 2024, it will amount to an almost 3,000% increase.

Furthermore, painted the reward prospects for Cardano if it starts to recover from $0.125. Reclaiming its all-time high would represent a 2,380% increase, and reaching a hypothetical new high of $4 would culminate in a 3,100% rally.

Notably, Casper is not the only analyst who sees Cardano as a trade with a good risk-to-reward ratio. Analyst Mathew Dixon mentioned this even when the coin was trading at $0.296 in February. The consensus is that ADA has survived periods of market weakness several times in its history and still has the capacity to do so in the future.

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Industry experts argue that recent crypto ETF outflows reflect a maturing market rather than fading interest in digital assets.

A Different ‘Crypto Winter‘Speaking on CNBC’s ETF Edge on June 16, CoinDesk Indices President David LaValle noted that the recent selloff and roughly $3 billion in outflows from Bitcoin exchange-traded products have led some investors to question the future of crypto.

However, he argued that ETF flows are behaving similarly to those seen in traditional asset classes. "They are serving both buy-and-hold investors and institutional holders."

LaValle described the current downturn as a different type of crypto winter compared with previous cycles.

"This crypto winter is more about when do I get back in, as opposed to whether there is a future," he said.

Vetify Director of Research Todd Rosenbluth noted that many investors continued holding Bitcoin ETFs despite the market correction.

The iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (NASDAQ:IBIT) recently remained in net inflow territory despite BTC decline earlier this year.

The NEOS Bitcoin High Income ETF (BATS:BTCI) attracted roughly $500 million of inflows this year through last week, making it one of the most popular Bitcoin-linked ETFs in 2026.

Over the past week, BTC and ETH have gained around 7% while SOL is trading 13% higher.

Adoption Still In Early InningsLaValle argued that Bitcoin ETF adoption remains surprisingly early despite spot Bitcoin ETFs being available for more than two years.

He noted that many large advisory platforms and model portfolios have yet to fully incorporate Bitcoin products.

As an example, he pointed to Morgan Stanley’s recently launched Bitcoin ETF offering, which gathered more than $250 million in assets despite entering the market after several established competitors.

"It’s super early," LaValle said.

Besides BTC and ETH, he also highlighted SOL as a network attracting growing developer activity and institutional attention, while noting that future crypto investing may increasingly focus on utility and real-world applications rather than purely speculative trading.

"We do not yet know what the application of crypto is going to be," he said.

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Elon Musk’s Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SPCX) shares rose sharply on Tuesday with over 17% at peak. The SpaceX stock surpassed the valuation of Amazon and Microsoft to become the fourth largest company in the world.

SpaceX Gains Lead Over Amazon, Microsoft The SPCX stock surged by as much as 17.21% on the day to reach the day’s high at $225.64. This increase led to the company’s market cap growing to $2.93 trillion.

At that time, SpaceX had briefly surpassed Microsoft, whose stock price dipped 1.63% to $393.24 to value at nearly $2.92 trillion. Nonetheless, at the time of writing, SpaceX had around 15% in gains, which ranked it below Microsoft.

SpaceX stock price chart. Source: Yahoo! Finance Meanwhile, SpaceX also took a lead over Amazon, which was up 0.25% to $246.72 and valued at nearly $2.63 trillion. Despite the volatility in early trade, SPCX still ranked higher than Amazon in value.

The recent surge also came after a massive overnight price rally in the stock. On Monday, the SpaceX stock had rallied 19.60% to $192.50 amid the announcement of the US-Iran peace agreement.

Further, in the after hours, the shares rose another 11.57% to $214.86 in the momentum trade. In addition, the shares surged nearly 10% in premarket trading on Tuesday and began to ramp up again after the market opened.

Why Is The SPCX Stock Up Today? The SpaceX stock upswing follows a Space Exploration Technologies Corp. and its subsidiary X67 Inc. announcing a merger agreement with Anysphere Inc. For context, this deal would result in X67 Inc. becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Elon Musk’s SpaceX.

SpaceX has exercised the option to acquire @cursor_ai in an all-stock transaction with the goal of building the world’s most useful AI models.

For the past few months, SpaceXAI has been jointly training a model with Cursor, which will be released in Cursor and Grok Build soon.… https://t.co/X5mepgXgjJ

— SpaceX (@SpaceX) June 16, 2026

All common and preferred shares of Cursor will automatically convert into rights tied to SpaceX shares at the end of the merger. Cursor is valued at about $60 billion on the all-stock basis.

The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions and is anticipated to close in the third quarter of 2026, SpaceX said. It was one of the main reasons of the 10% pre-market surge in SPCX stock since it could boost the aerospace company’s market share.

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Top 1 On-Chain Liquidation: ETH Bull Whale Hit With 4 Consecutive Forced Liquidations, $14.11 Million in Positions Liquidated

According to Hyperinsight monitoring, today’s largest liquidation on the Hyperliquid platform involved a high-leverage Ethereum (ETH) long whale. The address opened a long position yesterday when ETH was trading at roughly $1,661, and immediately incurred losses after entry. Triggered by ETH’s short-term dip below $1,600 in the early hours of today, the whale faced four consecutive liquidations, resulting in the forced closure of a total of 8,734 ETH positions valued at approximately $14.11 million. The address now holds less than $150,000 in remaining funds, with all positions fully cleared. Address: 0x1cb0b187c14a8c0fb36ca0dcbb775dcc7f02b408

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A certain on-chain address opened long positions in BTC, ETH, and silver, and purchased $10.699 million worth of BTC and ETH spot.

According to on-chain analyst Ai Yi (@ai_9684xtpa)’s monitoring, address 0x960…3f0fc simultaneously went long on both futures and spot positions this early morning, opening long positions of 102.55 BTC, 954.38 ETH, and 8,790 silver units, with total position value around $8.29 million. It also purchased spot BTC and ETH worth approximately $10.699 million. Its current take-profit levels are set at $63,000 for BTC and $1,650 for ETH.

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A whale that reaped over $23.77 million in profits from the Basic Attention Token (BAT) ICO has reawakened after six years of dormancy, offloading 12,600 ETH in the past two days.

According to monitoring by EmberCN, a whale address that participated in the BAT ICO in 2017 and generated approximately $23.77 million in total profits has started selling ETH recently after six years of inactivity. Over the past two days, the address has sold 12,586 ETH, receiving 20.59 million USDS in exchange, at an average selling price of roughly $1,636. The whale invested 17,789 ETH in the BAT ICO in May 2017, acquiring around 113.8 million BAT. It then sold BAT gradually over approximately two and a half years at an average price of $0.245, netting about $23.77 million in profits, with some of the BAT converted into 27,586 ETH. Since then, the ETH has remained inactive for a long time until it resumed reducing its holdings recently. Currently, the address still holds around 15,000 ETH, valued at approximately $24.29 million.

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Japanese storage firm Kioxia plans to list American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) in the U.S. in April or May next year.

Market news: Japanese storage chip maker Kioxia plans to list its American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) in the U.S. in April or May next year. (Jinshi)

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Micron's earnings report lifts SK Hynix's stock price 11%, trader 'yixie' expands their unrealized profit to $1.3 million.

According to Hyperinsight monitoring, Micron’s Q3 financial results exceeded all expectations, driving peer SK Hynix’s stock to rally nearly 11% from its recent low. On the Hyperliquid platform, SKHYNIX is currently trading at $1,821, up 6.2% in the past 24 hours. Prominent trader yixie (X: @yixie10) nearly doubled his principal during this rally; he is now holding a 2x long position of 2,289 SKHYNIX contracts at an average entry price of ~$1,239.9. Fueled by the rally, the position’s unrealized profit has expanded to $1.37 million, a 96% gain. As of press time, the trader boasts an 85% win rate in semiconductor storage stock trades since opening positions this year, with total historical profits of $6.68 million, including $4.25 million from Micron Technology trades. Address: 0xa65ce1d604fa901c13aa29f2126a57d9032e412b – HyperInsight Bot is now live. Add @HyperInsightBot to your Telegram group and set it as an admin (enable message sending permission) to automatically sync on-chain news.

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STRC drops to near $80, marking another new all-time low.

According to Bitget market data, Strategy’s preferred stock STRC has dropped to a low of $80.26, hitting a new all-time low since its listing. Calculated based on a $100 par value, the current discount has reached 20%.

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UNI climbed 22% in 24 hours to $3.28 on $621 million in trading volume Tuesday, the highest-percentile move in recent CoinGecko tracking, one day after Standard Chartered published a $100 long-term price target for the token.

Uniswap's UNI token climbed 22% in 24 hours to $3.28 on $621 million in trading volume Tuesday, one day after Standard Chartered published a $100 long-term price target for the asset.

The move hit the 100th percentile of CoinGecko's recent price-change distribution for UNI, meaning no comparable 24-hour window in the tracked dataset registered a larger gain. The volume-to-market-cap ratio came in at 0.30 against a $2.04 billion market cap, a level that distinguishes the session from thin-book price manipulation. UNI has gained 31% over the trailing seven days and is trading roughly 93% below its 2021 all-time high of $44.92.

The Standard Chartered FrameStandard Chartered Global Research published its $100 UNI target for end-2030 on June 15, framing Uniswap as the likely trading infrastructure for tokenized real-world assets. At Tuesday's $3.28 price, that target is roughly 30x away. To reach $100 from the current level by December 2030, UNI would need to compound at approximately 135% annually over four years. One strong 24-hour session does not close that gap, but it aligns with the directional thesis the bank outlined.

Protocol Fundamentals Supporting the MoveThe rally arrives alongside genuine protocol activity. DefiLlama lists Uniswap's combined V3 and V4 deployment at $1.47 billion in 24-hour DEX volume, the top DEX entry on its rankings. Fees on Uniswap V4 over the trailing 24 hours came in at $734,000, per DefiLlama, with V4 TVL at $895 million. Combined V3 and V4 TVL exceeds $2.3 billion.

The protocol's UNIfication fee switch, passed by governance in December 2025 with 99.9% support, is also an active supply-side factor. The mechanism redirects a portion of protocol fees toward buying and burning UNI on an ongoing basis, reducing circulating supply.

Standard Chartered's June 15 initiation placed fresh institutional framing on a token that had spent most of 2026 below $3. That coverage, combined with the active UNIfication fee-burn mechanism, appears to have attracted renewed buying interest in Tuesday's session. No public statement was issued by Uniswap Labs or the Uniswap Foundation regarding the price move.

Key Takeaways Major technology firms including Google, AMD, BYD, and Tesla have approached Samsung Electronics about advanced chip manufacturing as TSMC grapples with capacity limitations. Samsung is in discussions with Google regarding production of future Axion processors and Tensor Processing Units, both slated for approximately 2028. Electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is exploring Samsung’s foundry for next-generation autonomous driving chips. AMD is considering Samsung as a manufacturing partner for upcoming CPU designs. Only three companies—TSMC, Samsung, and Intel—possess the capability to manufacture cutting-edge semiconductors at volume. As artificial intelligence infrastructure demands surge, TSMC’s production capacity for advanced semiconductors is reaching its limits — creating an opportunity for Samsung to capture overflow business.

According to a Wednesday report from Nikkei Asia, Samsung Electronics has experienced an uptick in contract manufacturing requests from prominent global technology companies, including Google, AMD, BYD, and Tesla. The information comes from six sources familiar with the discussions.

Shares of Samsung advanced approximately 1% following the disclosure.

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TSMC’s manufacturing pipeline is heavily allocated to current clients — including Nvidia, Apple, AMD, Broadcom, Marvell, and MediaTek — creating limited availability for new production commitments in the immediate future. While TSMC has announced capacity expansion initiatives, constructing semiconductor fabrication facilities requires substantial capital investment and multi-year timelines. This bottleneck is prompting certain customers to explore alternative manufacturing partners.

Samsung’s Potential Manufacturing Pipeline Google is reportedly negotiating with Samsung to manufacture its upcoming Axion processor lineup, anticipated to debut around 2028. Additionally, Google is evaluating Samsung’s foundry capabilities for a segment of its Tensor Processing Unit production, the specialized chips powering its AI computing infrastructure, also targeting a 2028 timeframe.

AMD is exploring the possibility of having Samsung produce certain future central processing units. Chinese electric vehicle leader BYD is in conversations regarding manufacturing of its next-wave autonomous driving semiconductor solutions with Samsung. Tesla has also been identified in the report as having initiated inquiries.

It’s important to note these represent preliminary negotiations rather than finalized production agreements.

The Elite Foundry Trio TSMC, Samsung, and Intel currently represent the exclusive group of manufacturers capable of producing state-of-the-art chips at commercial scale. This limited competitive landscape provides all three companies significant positioning power in a marketplace experiencing accelerating AI-driven demand.

Intel has been actively pursuing external foundry customers for its advanced manufacturing capabilities, although its production historically focuses on internal chip designs.

TSMC shares (TSM) declined roughly 3.5% on Wednesday. AMD (AMD) experienced a more significant drop of approximately 7.3%, while Intel (INTC) fell 8.45%. GOOGL registered a modest gain of 1.06%.

Samsung’s foundry division has encountered yield performance and execution difficulties in recent periods, which contributed to some customers migrating to TSMC. The conversion of these preliminary inquiries into confirmed production contracts will hinge on Samsung’s capability to deliver the quality standards and production volumes that customers require.

According to TipRanks, TSMC maintains a Strong Buy consensus rating with an average price target of $465, suggesting approximately 9% upside potential from present levels. TSMC stock has gained roughly 40.7% year-to-date.

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The crypto market is witnessing renewed optimism, as the latest 24-hour data points out. Hence, the total crypto market capitalization has surged by 1.75%, reaching $2.24T. In addition to this, the 24-hour crypto volume shows a 31.09%, accounting for $63.82B. At the same time, the Crypto Fear & Greed Index stands at 23 points, indicating “Fear” among the market participants.

Bitcoin ($BTC) Drops by 0.04%, While Ethereum ($ETH) Sees 1.62% Rise Bitcoin ($BTC), the leading cryptocurrency, is currently changing hands at $65,838.45. This price level highlights a modest 0.04% decrease while Bitcoin’s ($BTC) market dominance sits at 58.8%. However, the flagship altcoin, ETH/USDT, is now trading at $1,793.10, presenting a 1.62% rise. In the meantime, the market dominance of Ethereum ($ETH) is 9.3%.

$BPX, $RDNT, and $AZZ Lead Crypto Gainers of Day The list of today’s key crypto gainers includes Black Phoenix ($BPX), Radiant Capital ($RDNT), and Arena-Z ($AZZ). Particularly, $BPX has surged by a staggering $1900.34%, hitting the $0.09142 mark. Following that, a 417.69% jump has placed $RDNT’s price at $0.001757. Subsequently, $AZZ is hovering around $0.00008048 after a 219.58% increase.

DeFi TVL Jumps by 0.80%, and NFT Sales Volume Records 38.0% Spike Today, DeFi TVL has witnessed a 0.80% growth, attaining the $74.623B spot. Additionally, the top DeFi project in terms of TVL, Lido, has hit $16.14B, displaying a 1.20% increase. Nonetheless, when it comes to 1-day TVL change, XY Finance has become the top DeFi player, claiming a stunning 843% surge over the past twenty-four hours.

Similarly, the 24-hour NFT sales volume has jumped by 38.0%, reaching $2,062,096. In the same vein, the top-selling NFT collection, Bored Ape Yacht Club, has climbed by 227.7%, touching $406,304.

GameStop Investor Challenges CEO Pay Vote, US Blocks Chinese AI Firms Moving on, the crypto landscape has also experienced many other crucial developments across the globe over the past 24 hours. In this respect, a GameStop ($GME) investor has filed a lawsuit to block a vote concerning the $35B pay package of the CEO, Ryan Cohen, until the shareholders get adequate disclosures.

What’s more, New York Magazine has disclosed the claim of a fellow inmate who says SBF is planning his exclusive coin after completing his imprisonment period. Furthermore, the US authorities are reportedly holding off on the inclusion of Chinese AI venture DeepSeek and over 100 other entities flagged as posing risks to national security.

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The party around Ethereum seems to be over. The altcoin was on its way, ready to cross the symbolic $4,000 threshold. But despite this surge, ETH stalled around $3,600, raising doubts. Rising borrowing rates, liquidity pool saturation, flashing technical signals: all the ingredients for a high-risk summer are gathered. In the crypto world, even giants like Ethereum are never safe from a domino effect.

In Brief The wETH borrowing cost is exploding, undermining classic leverage strategies. Aave’s usage rate reaches 95%, a critical threshold for system liquidity. ETH is technically overbought, in a calm summer market but prone to tensions. High-Rate Regime: The Crucible of Ethereum’s Fragility The latest on Ethereum: the cost of borrowing in wETH has risen dramatically since early July on the Aave platform: the utilization rate went from 86% to 95%. This near saturation makes borrowing unprofitable for many. Markus Thielen states:

The variable borrowing cost has gone up and it has become unprofitable to borrow ETH. 

When more than 90% of loans are variable rate, a sudden rise can trigger a rapid unwind. This could result in forced liquidations, liquidity withdrawals, and large-scale repositioning. Added to this is a stressed stETH-ETH peg, where slippage could amplify DeFi stress.

Historically, Ethereum has already entered a marked technical overbought zone. Despite the calm summer season in the US (volume down, potentially amplified volatility), the indicators remain tense.

Finally, Q3 is often the weakest quarter for ETH, with an average of +8.19%, versus +22.59% in Q4 since 2013.

Between Past Obituaries and Flawed Predictions: The Great Crypto Theater In 2017, a certain Evan Faggart listed five reasons why Ethereum was heading straight for disaster: network congestion, lack of use cases, high volatility, community conflicts, and proliferation of scams. At the time, the ETH price was $281.80. Seven years later, it hovers around $3,600, continuing to be one of the pillars of the crypto universe.

Such predictions resurface regularly, fueled by ironic tweets like that of @Jrag0x. He refers to the many times Ethereum has been declared dead. But ETH keeps forging ahead. With its rises, jolts, and critics. It has absorbed skepticism and setbacks but continues to embody, for many, the resilient and inspiring crypto.

Key Figures to Remember: 95%: Aave pool utilization rate; 49%: ETH increase in one month (~$3,623 at publication); 34%: ETH/BTC ratio growth over 30 days; +8.19%: average historical Q3 return; +22.59%: average historical Q4 return. Andrew Keys, founder of Ether Machine, asserts that ETH has outperformed Bitcoin over the decade. For him, ether is a winning long-term bet, far outperforming most assets. Though the altcoin is shaken, it remains, for many, a crypto of the future and a pillar of the decentralized ecosystem.

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After four years of operating as a sidechain, Ronin is to become an Ethereum L2. Gaming (Mateo/Unsplash) Summary

Ronin, the gaming-focused blockchain behind Axie Infinity, will hard fork on May 12 to migrate from an independent sidechain to an Ethereum layer 2, causing about 10 hours of network downtime.During the migration window, all Ronin transactions and onchain game actions will be paused.The transition to the OP Stack and a new Proof of Distribution model will sharply cut RON token inflation and aim to improve security, scalability and costs after the network’s history-making $625 million bridge exploit.Ronin, the gaming-centric blockchain once synonymous with the industry’s infamous $625 million exploit, is officially shedding its sidechain skin on May 12 to become an Ethereum layer 2 to improve security while maintaining throughput.

Ronin, which announced the migration in April, will execute a hard fork at block 55,577,490, a process that will result in about 10 hours of downtime for users, the network said Monday on X. According to onchain data, the migration is expected to begin on Tuesday around 15:16 UTC.

“Four years ago, we launched Ronin because Axie Infinity needed a faster and more efficient network,” Ronin said when announcing the migration. “It worked. Axie Infinity onboarded millions of gamers to crypto, and Pixels proved that it was possible to do it again.” The time has come to plug "back into the mothership."

While operating as an independent sidechain in mid-May 2022, Ronin suffered what is still today the largest DeFI bridge exploit in history. Layer 2 protocols benefit from tighter links to the underlying blockchain than sidechains, offering benefits that include greater security.

The network's native token, RON, is currently trading at around 11 cents with a market capitalization of about $89.5 million, according to CoinDesk data. While the token remains significantly below its 2024 peak, the migration sparked a rally, with prices climbing 30% over the last 30 days as investors eye a shift in the network's supply dynamics.

“During this downtime window, all network transactions [including transfers, swaps, and smart contract interactions] will be paused,” Ronin said, adding that all games using its network will also be affected. “To avoid any inconvenience, please complete all necessary transactions/onchain game actions on the Ronin Network before the downtime begins.”

During the downtime, a "Proof of Distribution" model will be introduced to reward builders based on active network contribution rather than passive staking, Ronin said. The team noted that “this is fundamentally bullish for RON as it dramatically cuts token inflation from over 20% to below 1%.”

The company also said that transitioning to the OP Stack will allow it to inherit Ethereum’s robust security while maintaining high throughput. The move redirects 90 million RON tokens previously earmarked for staking rewards into the Ronin Treasury, while more than doubling marketplace fees to 1.25% from 0.5%.

Ronin said its narrative is dominated by its pivotal return to Ethereum, a strategic move to reset its economics, secure its bridge infrastructure, and secure its future in an upgrade intended to improve scalability and reduce costs through the use of EigenDA for data availability.

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Ronin, the gaming-focused blockchain developed by Sky Mavis, will migrate from an independent Ethereum sidechain to an OP Stack-based Layer 2 network on May 12, a transition expected to trigger approximately 10 hours of scheduled downtime.

During the downtime window, all network transactions, including transfers, swaps, and smart contract interactions, will pause, according to an announcement.

Onchain game actions for titles running on Ronin, including Axie Infinity and Pixels, will also halt, the network announced via its official security account on Monday. Users can track the migration's start time on Ronin's block explorer.

The upgrade, executed via hard fork, moves the network away from the independent sidechain model it has operated since 2021 and to an Ethereum Layer 2 using the OP Stack, the same framework underlying Base and Optimism.

Among the most immediate structural changes is a significant tokenomics shift. The upgrade will cut RON's annual inflation rate from above 20% to below 1%, the network said.

How Ronin got here Sky Mavis, the studio behind Axie Infinity, launched Ronin in 2021 as an EVM-compatible sidechain built for fast, low-fee transactions for in-game assets and play-to-earn mechanics.

The network has processed billions of dollars in NFT volume since launch. The migration arrives four years after Ronin's most consequential security incident.

In March 2022, a bridge exploit drained roughly $625 million in ETH and USDC via compromised validators, making it one of the largest cross-chain bridge hacks in DeFi history, The Block previously reported.

The attack was attributed to North Korea's infamous Lazarus Group.

Sky Mavis subsequently raised $150 million from Binance to reimburse affected users and replace the compromised validators.

U.S. law enforcement and Chainalysis later recovered $30 million from the stolen funds, while authorities in Norway returned an additional $5.7 million in 2024.

The upgrade plays out against a difficult backdrop for blockchain gaming.

An estimated 93% of Web3 gaming and GameFi projects launched since 2020 are now effectively defunct — defined by token prices falling more than 90% from peak and near-zero daily active users — according to an April 2026 market analysis by Caladan.

Total capital deployed into the sector from 2020 through early 2026 is estimated at $12 to $15 billion, with gaming token prices down roughly 95% from 2022 highs and VC funding for blockchain gaming studios collapsing by an estimated 93% over the same period. Axie Infinity, which drove Ronin's initial growth, has reportedly seen its own daily active users fall more than 90% from its peak.

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Ronin Network will reconnect to Ethereum on 12 May through a major infrastructure upgrade that also slashes RON token inflation from more than 20% to below 1%.

The migration marks a major shift for the gaming-focused blockchain, which originally launched in 2021 because Ethereum could not efficiently support Axie Infinity’s explosive growth.

Now, Ronin says Ethereum’s Layer 2 ecosystem has matured enough for a “homecoming.”

“The time has come to plug Ronin back into the mothership: Ethereum,” the team said in an April announcement ahead of the migration.

The upgrade will move Ronin onto Ethereum’s modern Layer 2 stack using the OP Stack.

RON inflation to fall below 1% The migration also introduces one of the network’s biggest tokenomics changes to date.

Ronin said RON inflation will drop from above 20% annually to less than 1% after the upgrade. The network described the change as a 20x reduction in new token emissions.

The project also plans to redirect new revenue streams into the Ronin treasury. Ronin increased the treasury’s marketplace fee allocation from 0.5% to 1.25%.

The team said the treasury should increasingly be held by RON holders as the ecosystem matures.

Markets react ahead of the migration Traders appeared to respond positively ahead of the upgrade.

RON rose about 4.5% over the past 24 hours, while trading volume climbed roughly 58%, according to CoinMarketCap data. The token traded near $0.115 at the time of publication.

Source: CoinMarketCap The market reaction suggests investors are closely watching the network’s lower inflation model and deeper integration with Ethereum infrastructure.

Ethereum scaling maturity changes the equation Ronin originally launched as a standalone gaming chain because Ethereum transaction costs and throughput limitations made large-scale blockchain gaming difficult.

At the time, Ethereum’s Layer 2 ecosystem was still in its early stages.

The migration now reflects how much Ethereum scaling infrastructure has evolved over the past four years. OP Stack-powered chains currently process millions of transactions across the broader Ethereum ecosystem.

Ronin said the shift will strengthen security, treasury revenue, builder incentives, and long-term sustainability.

The migration will temporarily halt block production for around 10 hours on 12 May while the network completes the transition.

Final Summary Ronin will reconnect to Ethereum through an OP Stack-based upgrade scheduled for 12 May. The migration cuts RON inflation from above 20% to below 1% while introducing new treasury and builder reward systems.

Ronin, the blockchain backbone of the Axie Infinity gaming ecosystem, is preparing for a major upgrade on May 12. The network will undergo a hard fork to transform itself into an Ethereum Layer 2 solution using OP Stack technology. This transition will begin at block height 55,577,490 and come with a planned network shutdown expected to last around 10 hours.

Planned network outage and user alertsDuring the transition, all transactions, swaps, smart contract interactions, and in-game activities on the Ronin network will be paused. Users are advised to complete any pending operations before the maintenance begins. The Ronin team has proactively warned the community to minimize disruptions and potential issues.

During the upcoming Ronin Layer 2 migration, the network will experience a planned outage of approximately 10 hours. All network activity, including transfers, swaps, and smart contract transactions, will be suspended throughout this period.

Ronin was originally launched in 2021 as a sidechain to handle heavy transaction loads for Axie Infinity, which the Ethereum network struggled to support at the time. In the four years since, Ethereum has evolved significantly, witnessing lower fees and more mature layer 2 scaling solutions.

Security and new integrationsSecurity concerns were a major factor in Ronin’s decision to migrate to Layer 2. In March 2022, a notorious exploit linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group compromised five network validators, leading to a loss of $625 million on the bridge. This incident remains the largest cross-chain bridge hack in decentralized finance history. Another, albeit smaller, attack took place in August 2024.

By adopting OP Stack, Ronin will begin leveraging Ethereum mainnet security directly, aiming to prevent ‘bridge’ exploits from recurring. Additionally, with the integration of EigenDA for data availability, the network will lower scaling costs while maintaining high transaction throughput.

Major tokenomics overhaulThe move to Layer 2 will also bring fundamental changes to the tokenomics of Ronin’s native token, RON. The annual inflation rate will be slashed from over 20% to below 1%. Roughly 90 million RON tokens previously reserved for validator rewards will instead be allocated to a network treasury. Marketplace transaction fees will be reduced from 1.25% to 0.5%.

Staking rewards are getting a major revamp as well. The traditional model, which automatically rewarded all passive validators, will be replaced by a new ‘Proof of Distribution’ system. Only stakeholders actively contributing to the network will receive rewards, fostering stronger incentives for developers and projects.

According to CryptAppsy data, RON is currently trading near $0.11, with a market capitalization of $89.5 million. The price has surged about 30% in the past 30 days. Investors anticipate further gains as the supply tightens and the rewards scheme shifts with the Layer 2 migration.

Ronin’s Layer 2 transition marks another example of independent chains like Celo integrating into Ethereum’s security framework. This trend is expanding, yet Layer 1 competitors such as Solana continue to vie for market share without slowing pace in the short term.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Investors should be aware that cryptocurrencies carry high volatility and therefore risk, and should conduct their own research.

The digital gaming landscape underwent a significant structural transformation on May 12, 2026, as the Ronin Network officially finalized its transition from a standalone sidechain to an integrated Ethereum Layer 2 network. This shift, executed via the OP Stack, represents a pivotal “homecoming” for the ecosystem that famously birthed the play-to-earn phenomenon through Axie Infinity. By aligning with the Optimism Superchain architecture, Ronin has effectively traded its isolated security model for the shared finality and robust protection of the Ethereum mainnet. This transition is not merely a technical patch but a comprehensive reimagining of what a gaming blockchain must look like in a post-exploit era. The migration involved approximately ten hours of scheduled downtime beginning at block height 55,577,490, during which every piece of in-game data, marketplace listing, and wallet balance was meticulously ported to the new Layer 2 state. For the millions of users within the Ronin ecosystem, this change promises a future where the friction of cross-chain bridging is minimized and the specter of a standalone validator compromise is permanently removed. The engineering feat required to synchronize the massive state of games like Pixels and Axie Infinity into a Rollup structure highlights the maturity of the OP Stack as a scalable solution for high-throughput applications.

Radical Tokenomic Restructuring and the Deflationary Pivot Beyond the architectural upgrades, Ronin has introduced a drastic overhaul of its native token, RON, shifting from an inflationary incentive model to a fundamentally deflationary one known as Proof of Distribution. Under the previous sidechain regime, the network relied heavily on high inflation—often exceeding twenty percent—to subsidize staking rewards and secure the network. The new Layer 2 reality has allowed the Ronin Foundation to slash annual inflation to less than one percent, a move that has stunned market analysts and signaled a transition toward long-term sustainability. Approximately ninety million RON tokens that were originally earmarked for passive staking rewards have been redirected into the Ronin Treasury to serve as a war chest for future game acquisitions and ecosystem development. To replace the lost staking incentives, the network is implementing a sequencer net fee capture system alongside a revised marketplace fee structure, which has been increased from point-five percent to one-and-a-quarter percent. This pivot ensures that value accrual is driven by actual network utility and gaming volume rather than artificial token issuance. By integrating EigenDA for data availability, Ronin is able to maintain negligible transaction costs for its users while capturing a higher percentage of the economic value generated by its premier gaming titles, effectively turning the network into a self-sustaining economic engine.

The Future of On-Chain Gaming within the Ethereum Ecosystem The decision to become an Ethereum Layer 2 places Ronin in an elite category of sovereign networks that have recognized the long-term dominance of the Ethereum settlement layer. This migration allows Ronin to leverage Ethereum’s deep liquidity pools while maintaining the specialized environment required for low-latency gaming. The integration with the OP Stack also opens the door for seamless interoperability with other Superchain participants, potentially allowing gamers to move assets between different specialized layers without traditional bridging delays. As the 2026 gaming market becomes increasingly crowded, Ronin’s move provides it with a distinct competitive advantage by offering the highest level of security available in the decentralized world. The homecoming is a clear signal that the era of fragmented, insecure sidechains is coming to an end, replaced by a modular future where specialized application chains benefit from a unified security umbrella. For developers, this means the Ronin ecosystem now offers the best of both worlds: a highly tailored environment for game mechanics and the uncompromising peace of mind that comes from Ethereum’s multi-billion dollar security budget. As the network stabilizes in its new form, the focus shifts back to the content, with several AAA titles slated for release on the newly fortified Ronin Layer 2 before the end of the fiscal year.

About the Author: Karthik Subramanian

Karthik Subramanian is a founder, writer, and technology consultant with nine years in the crypto ecosystem. He covers token economics, L1/L2 infrastructure, DeFi protocols, wallets/custody, and the bridge between crypto and forex—broker technology, liquidity, and macro drivers. Karthik’s writing focuses on clear, practical frameworks that help professionals evaluate new products and on-chain innovation alongside FX market realities.

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Welcome to The Protocol, CoinDesk's weekly wrap of the most important stories in cryptocurrency tech development. I’m Margaux Nijkerk, a reporter at CoinDesk.

In this issue:

The biggest consensus overhaul in Solana history is officially live for testingLayerZero says it "made a mistake" in $292 million Kelp exploitRonin set to transition to Ethereum layer 2 from independent sidechainThe Ethereum Foundation unveils new "Clear Signing" standard to stop users from approving malicious crypto transactionsNetwork News"ALPENGLOW" UPGRADE LIVE FOR TESTING ON SOLANA: Solana developer Anza said that Alpenglow, the network’s biggest proposed consensus overhaul to date, is live on a community test cluster, marking a major step toward a potential mainnet rollout. The update means validator operators can now test software designed to move Solana from its current consensus system, which combines Proof-of-Stake with TowerBFT and Proof-of-History, toward a new architecture intended to dramatically reduce finality times and improve network responsiveness. “Alpenglow is live on the community test cluster,” Anza wrote on X. “The biggest consensus change in Solana’s history, now running on validator infrastructure ahead of mainnet.” Today, Solana relies on Proof-of-History, a cryptographic clock that timestamps transactions, alongside TowerBFT, a voting mechanism validators use to agree on the state of the blockchain. While the design has helped Solana achieve high throughput and low fees, some have pointed to outages and network instability during periods of heavy demand. — Margaux Nijkerk Read more.

LAYERZERO APOLOGY FOR KELP DAO INCIDENT: LayerZero said that it “made a mistake” allowing its own verification infrastructure to secure high-value crypto assets in a vulnerable configuration, marking a notable shift in tone after weeks of blaming developer Kelp DAO for a $292 million hack tied to North Korean attackers. The admission marks a notable shift after weeks of public finger-pointing between LayerZero and Kelp over responsibility for the April hack, which LayerZero had initially framed as an application-level configuration failure by Kelp. “First things first: an overdue apology,” LayerZero wrote in a blog. LayerZero initially blamed Kelp, arguing the protocol had chosen a risky “1-of-1” configuration in which only a single decentralized verifier network, or DVN, needed to approve cross-chain transfers, creating a single point of failure. A DVN is part of the infrastructure that verifies whether a transaction moving assets between blockchains is legitimate. “We made a mistake by allowing our DVN to act as a 1/1 DVN for high-value transactions,” the company said. “We didn't police what our DVN was securing, which created a risk we simply didn't see. We own that.” — Sam Reynolds Read more.

RONIN TO TRANSITION TO LAYER-2: Ronin, the gaming-centric blockchain once synonymous with the industry’s infamous $625 million exploit in 2022, is officially shedding its sidechain skin on May 12 to become an Ethereum layer 2 to improve security while maintaining throughput. Ronin, which announced the migration in April, will execute a hard fork at block 55,577,490, a process that will result in about 10 hours of downtime for users, the network said Monday on X. According to onchain data, the migration is expected to begin on Tuesday around 15:16 UTC. “Four years ago, we launched Ronin because Axie Infinity needed a faster and more efficient network,” Ronin said when announcing the migration. “It worked. Axie Infinity onboarded millions of gamers to crypto, and Pixels proved that it was possible to do it again.” The time has come to plug "back into the mothership." While operating as an independent sidechain in mid-May 2022, Ronin suffered what is still today the largest DeFI bridge exploit in history. Layer 2 protocols benefit from tighter links to the underlying blockchain than sidechains, offering benefits that include greater security. — Olivier Acuna Read more.

ETHEREUM DEVELOPERS RELEASE “CLEAR SIGNING”: The Ethereum Foundation and a group of major crypto wallet developers are rolling out a new security standard designed to stop users from accidentally signing away their funds, a problem that has fueled some of the industry’s biggest hacks and scams. The initiative, called “Clear Signing,” aims to replace the confusing walls of code users currently see when approving Ethereum transactions with simple, human-readable explanations of what they’re actually agreeing to. The effort comes after years of phishing attacks and wallet drains that often boil down to the same issue: users unknowingly approving malicious transactions they don’t understand. The Ethereum Foundation pointed to incidents like the Bybit hack as examples of how attackers exploit “blind signing,” where users approve transactions filled with unreadable technical data. Right now, signing a crypto transaction can feel like clicking “accept” on a terms-of-service page written in another language. Wallets often display long strings of code that only highly technical users can decipher, leaving everyday traders vulnerable to fake apps, malicious links and compromised websites. — Margaux Nijkerk Read More.

In Other NewsCharles Schwab, the brokerage giant that manages around $12 trillion in client assets, began the rollout of its spot cryptocurrency trading service for retail customers in the U.S. An initial group of clients can now trade bitcoin and ether (ETH) on the Schwab Crypto platform, the company posted on X.In July last year, CEO Rick Wurster said the company planned to introduce crypto trading in the near future, with a timeframe of first-half 2026 confirmed last month. The Westlake, Texas-headquartered firm already offers crypto investments through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and futures trading. — Jamie Crawley Read more.JPMorgan (JPM) is preparing to launch a tokenized money market fund, the latest sign that major financial institutions and Wall Street asset managers are speeding up efforts to move traditional assets onto blockchain rails. A filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission SEC) outlined plans for a blockchain-based money-market fund investing exclusively in short-term U.S. Treasuries, cash and overnight repo agreements backed by government securities. The fund, dubbed JPMorgan OnChain Liquidity-Token Money Market Fund (JLTXX), will maintain blockchain-based token balances tied to investors' ownership records, allowing approved users to submit purchase, redemption and transfer requests through Ethereum, the filing said. The underlying blockchain infrastructure will be operated by Kinexys Digital Assets, JPMorgan’s blockchain unit formerly known as Onyx. — Kristzian Sandor Read more.Regulatory and PolicyThe legislation that could fully insert the U.S. crypto industry into the regulated financial system has emerged in its latest form, with the Senate Banking Committee unveiling the market structure bill's text just after midnight on Tuesday in advance of this week's hearing that's set to push the effort forward. The latest version wasn't expected to offer many surprises for the crypto industry that's already had a chance to dig through it privately, but it includes still-contentious language on stablecoin yield and it maintains legal protections for decentralized finance (DeFi) developers, keeping that corner of the crypto sector happy (so far). Industry insiders waited for the release late into the night, and they'll still have to study the language to ensure their expectations were met. "This bill reflects serious, good-faith work across the committee and delivers the certainty, safeguards, and accountability Americans deserve," committee Chairman Tim Scott said in a statement. "It puts consumers first, combats illicit finance, cracks down on criminals and foreign adversaries and keeps the future of finance here in the United States." — Jesse Hamilton Read more.The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors on Tuesday, moving President Donald Trump’s pick one step closer to becoming the next chair of the U.S. central bank. Lawmakers approved Warsh in a 51-45 vote. Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) was the only Democrat to support the nomination. Warsh still must win a separate Senate vote to become Fed chair, which is expected Wednesday. Governors serve 14-year terms while the chair serves a four-year term. If confirmed as chair, Warsh, 56, will replace Jerome Powell, whose eight-year term leading the Fed ends Friday. Powell, however, has said he plans to remain on the board until a federal probe into renovations at the Fed’s headquarters concludes. — Helene Braun Read more.Calendar

June 2-3, 2026: Proof of Talk, ParisJune 4, 2026: Stable Summit, New YorkJune 8-10, 2026: ETHConf, New YorkSept. 29-Oct.1, 2026: Korea Blockchain Week, SeoulOct. 7-8, 2026: Token2049, SingaporeNov. 3-6, 2026: Devcon, MumbaiNov. 15-17, 2026: Solana Breakpoint, LondonRelated Assets

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Ronin Stash is a new keyless wallet solution on Ronin, powered by Privy. Anyone can create a Ronin Stash account for free here.

Action required: If you have a Ronin Waypoint account, you need to manually transfer your NFTs, tokens, and onchain assets to a new Ronin Stash account OR a seedphrase wallet using our official migration portal. If you do not transfer your assets before the deadline, they will be lost forever.

How to transfer to the new Ronin Stash account: Go to the migration page and select Ronin Stash as a destination. We’ll automatically create a new address for you, and you’ll be able to transfer your onchain assets there.

Ronin Waypoint is now Ronin Stash! Keyless wallets make it possible for more people to get started on Ronin. In 2024, we launched Ronin Waypoint to accomplish this mission. Today, we’re plugging into Privy and updating the keyless wallet experience on Ronin. Here’s what’s happening:

Migrate from Waypoint to Stash

Ronin Stash is a simple, easy-to-use keyless wallet solution powered by Privy. Create a Stash account with your email or social login and start making transactions in seconds. No seedphrase or technical knowledge required. That means users continue to have two options on Ronin:

• Use Ronin Wallet with seedphrase to retain 100% ownership of your onchain assets

• Use Ronin Stash without seedphrase for easy onboarding onto Ronin

If you have a Ronin Waypoint account, you’ll need to manually transfer your onchain assets to a new Ronin Stash account OR a seedphrase wallet. If you do not transfer your assets before the deadline, they will be lost forever. Follow the instructions below before September 16th to migrate.

Step 1: Go to the Ronin Stash migration website

Step 2: Connect to your Ronin Waypoint account

Step 3: Select Ronin Stash or Address of RNS

Note: This is where you’ll transfer your assets to.

Step 4: Select the assets you’d like to transfer

Step 5: Click “Migrate”

Q: How do I check if my account is a Waypoint wallet, or see which email/login is associated with it?

A: Log into https://waypoint.roninchain.com/dashboard/wallet and verify whether your wallet is listed under Social Login Wallet / Keyless.

Q: Do I need to take action if I only use a seed phrase wallet?

A: No action is needed. If you exclusively use a traditional seed phrase wallet, you are completely unaffected by this change.

Q: Why are we moving to ‘Stash’? What problem does this actually solve?

A: We built Waypoint quite a while ago when modern web3 onboarding infrastructure (like Privy) wasn’t yet fully mature or battle-tested. Now that these solutions are industry-standard, migrating to Stash allows us to drastically optimize the first-time user experience and clear the path for massive ecosystem growth.

Q: What happens to soulbound assets currently on Waypoint?

A: We’ve closely reviewed the data, and the vast majority of soulbound assets are tied directly to Axie Infinity. The Axie team already has a dedicated support plan locked in for bAXS and badge migration. Head over to the official Axie Discord for their specific migration guides.

Q: Why is there only a 90-day window before access is cut off permanently?

A: Maintaining legacy, infrastructure indefinitely creates increased dev cost and fragments the network. A 90-day window provides active users with ample time to transition their accounts.

Q: How are we ensuring users actually see this announcement? Why not email them directly?

A: We have already deployed our primary announcements across owned media channels. A coordinated wave of direct email reminders and push notifications will be sent directly to affected users throughout the 90 days to ensure everyone gets the message.

Q: How do I access my Ronin Stash assets after completing the migration?

You will need to logout from wallet.roninchain.com and then login again using the Ronin Stash option to manage your assets.

Note: you might not yet be able to use them in certain dApps/projects until they have fully integrated the Ronin Stash.

Amkette has expanded its EvoFox Ronin Series portfolio with the launch of the Ronin HS65 Hall Effect wired mechanical keyboard in India. The new keyboard is aimed at gamers and users looking for customizable controls and a compact design.

A Hall Effect keyboard uses magnetic sensors instead of traditional mechanical contacts to detect key presses. This allows users to adjust how far a key must be pressed before it registers input, offering greater control and flexibility for both gaming and everyday typing.The EvoFox Ronin HS65 features a compact 65% layout with 66 keys and HallSense Precision Magnetic Switches. The keyboard also offers an 8000Hz polling rate, which helps it communicate inputs to a computer more frequently, and Rapid Trigger technology that allows keys to reset and respond faster during repeated presses.According to the company, the keyboard includes software-based customisation features such as Snap Tap Mode, Dynamic Keystroke (DKS), Mod Tap and Toggle Key. These features allow users to assign multiple functions to a single key, change how keys behave when tapped or held, and customise controls based on their preferences.

EvoFox Ronin HS65 Hall effect wired mechanical keyboard: Price and availability

The EvoFox Ronin HS65 Hall Effect Wired Mechanical Keyboard is available in India at a launch price of Rs 3,999.

Customers can purchase the keyboard through Amkette's official website, Amazon and Flipkart.

EvoFox Ronin HS65 Hall effect wired mechanical keyboard: Features and specifications

The Ronin HS65 uses magnetic Hall-effect switches that detect key presses via magnetic sensors rather than traditional physical contact. Users can adjust key travel and actuation points to suit their preferences.The keyboard includes dual-layer sound absorption, pre-lubed switches and PBT keycaps designed to provide a more consistent typing experience.

Other features include all-key anti-ghosting, 18 RGB lighting effects, onboard memory for storing profiles and a multifunction volume knob for quick adjustments.The keyboard supports both Windows and Mac operating systems and can be customised through web-based software. Connectivity is handled through a wired connection using a 1.8-metre braided cable with a wire organiser.“The Ronin HS65 is designed for users who want more control from their keyboard, whether that means faster response times in competitive games, smarter key customisations, or a more premium everyday typing experience. With Hall Effect precision, advanced software features, and a compact design, the HS65 is built to deliver serious performance without compromising on usability,” said Varun Bapna, Founder of EvoFox.

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Aragon, an open-source network that enables the development and administration of DAOs on the Ethereum blockchain, has announced that its technology is now integrated into the Arbitrum network.

Making DAOs accessible to everyone With this partnership, Arbitrum provides its users with an affordable and accessible approach to developing and overseeing DAOs on the protocol using Aragon’s infrastructure. The collaboration now allows Arbitrum users to create DAOs rapidly, securely, and cost-effectively without coding required.

A DAO is an organization that operates through regulations encrypted on blockchain. In contrast to conventional organizations, DAOs function without a ruling organ or leadership structure and depend on a decentralized network of members to create decisions and manage the organization.

This collaboration is set to enable users to utilize Aragon’s streamlined codebase and Arbitrum’s L2 scaling network to swiftly build DAOs without the need of technical knowledge. By using on-chain infrastructure, the new approach helps to eliminate obstacles and costs associated with launching and managing DAOs. This approach therefore enables global users to launch DAOs in a cost-effective manner.

This collaboration is set to make on-chain governance available to everybody in the globe, thus making a positive impact on the widespread application of blockchain technology.

The rise of DAOs a game-changer in crypto The partnership between Aragon and Arbitrum is a testimony to the rise of DAOs – an indicator of a significant shift in how people give themselves and create collective decisions.
Arbitrum is a Layer-2 network that specializes in reducing gas fees and improving transaction speed on the Ethereum blockchain. Just for illustration on Arbitrum leverages the DAO concept, DAO is a key component of the network. As highlighted above, DAO is operated by smart contracts and computer code, eradicating the necessity of centralized leadership authority. The management of DAOs is overseen by token holders who engage in the process of making decisions through voting dynamics. Such an autonomous framework helps to promote inclusivity, effectiveness, and transparency within the community.

The key part of DAOs’ functioning is the notion of tokenomics. DAO members hold tokens that stand for their stake within the organization. The quantities of coins determine a person’s voting power, allowing for a decentralized and democratic method of making decisions.

In short, lessons from this model (as explained above) is an indication of the growth of DAOs. Especially, Aragon is emerging as a dominant platform that offers a comprehensive suite of instruments for developing and managing DAOs.

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The Ethereum Foundation’s Privacy and Scaling Explorations team has rebranded as Privacy Stewards of Ethereum (PSE). Such a name change reflects its push to make end-to-end privacy an essential part of the network.

As highlighted on PSE’s new roadmap, the team’s role ‘isn’t to own every solution in the space, but to drive clarity, focus, collaborations, and outcomes across the ecosystem.’ This way, they can ensure ‘privacy is treated as a first-class feature at the application layer.’

Alongside these developments, Best Wallet emerges as an excellent partner. This non-custodial crypto wallet gives you full control of your assets on Ethereum and beyond with top-notch safeguarding measures.

Ethereum’s PSE Turns to Private Writes, Reads & Proving PSE’s ultimate vision is to make privacy on the Ethereum network a norm, not just an afterthought. It aims to achieve this through protections embedded across the entire stack, spanning protocol applications, wallets, and governance.

Their roadmap is structured around three key tracks:

Private writes: Makes private transactions, votes, and dApp interactions as easy and cost-effective as public ones; Private reads: Allows users to query balances, contracts, or data without exploring identity or intent; Private proving: Enables fast, zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) for secure, portable, and verifiable data sharing. To bring this to life, the PSE prioritizes transfers with PlasmaFold and privacy wallets, new voting systems with Aragon, and confidential DeFi standards for institutions.

They’re also working on privacy-preserving Remote Procedure Calls (RPCs), mixnets, ZK-based identity, and a faster proving system. And all while emphasizing user experience, such as making privacy tools powerful yet super easy to use.

Instead of building every solution itself, the PSE aims to collaborate openly with builders, researchers, and projects.

By steering the network while encouraging open collaboration, the PSE is laying the foundation for a privacy-first Ethereum. Given that Best Wallet shares a similar ethos, they work hand in hand to make crypto safer, more private, and user-centric.

Best Wallet Combines Security, Presales & Cross-Chain Swaps Available on iOS and Google Play, the Best Wallet mobile app positions itself as a highly secure way to manage crypto while on the move.

As a non-custodial wallet, it gives you complete access to your private keys. It also includes protections like 2FA, biometric, and local encryption, so only you can control your crypto holdings.

Even if you happen to lose account access, you’ll easily be able to retrieve your assets thanks to the wallet’s encrypted cloud backups (with no seed or recovery phrase required).

Better yet, it makes it super easy to buy, sell, manage, and swap 1K+ assets across not just Ethereum but other major chains like BNB Chain and Polygon.

In fact, it promises to support 60 networks in the future so that you can anticipate even broader crypto opportunities.

Moreover, the app has its very own launchpad, allowing you to access the best crypto presales. That, coupled with a swap engine, which scans more than 330 DEXs and 30 bridges, offers you the best possible rates.

It also plans to launch more advanced tools, including market intel analytics, stop-loss orders, and derivatives trading.

For more information on what else Best Wallet has up its sleeve, check out our comprehensive Best Wallet crypto review.

Source: Best Wallet Token By the way, Best Wallet’s native token – $BEST – makes all this possible. The reason is that a sizable 25% of its total token supply is earmarked for product development, ensuring long-term growth for the entire ecosystem.

And that’s not all. Holding $BEST unlocks additional benefits, including governance rights, staking rewards at an 84% APY, and lower gas fees.

To reap the perks, you can buy $BEST on presale for just $0.025645, using either $ETH, $BNB, $USDT, $USDC, $FLOKI, SHIB, $PEPE, $DOGE, or fiat.

Now’s a great time to do precisely that as new app developments could propel the token to $0.035215 this year – a potential ROI exceeding 35%.

Ready to jump in? Join the Best Wallet Token presale today.

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Ethereum Protocol has seven most established protocols, significantly Aragon along with Aave Labs, Curve, Lido Labs Foundation, Spark Foundation, The Global Foundation, and the Uniswap Foundation. This unwavering platform of Ethereum Protocol Teams jointly announced the exclusive launch of the Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance (EPAA). The aim of this giant gathering is to defend basic infrastructure protecting over $100 billion in on-chain assets directly.

It’s critical for policy to reflect the pragmatic and technical realities of securing $100B+ onchain, without intermediaries.

Meet the Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance. pic.twitter.com/jQfK3ccTOl

— Aragon.eth 🦅 (@AragonProject) November 5, 2025 This struggle is nominated as a public interest in the pursuit of digital assets to grow. According to the Crypto Survey 2025 by Strategy & PwC network, rough figures of 5% to 20% retail investors are turning to crypto.  In the United States, polling from the decentralized finance (DeFi) Education Fund and Ipsos revealed that 56% of Americans want full control over their assets or money.

Ethereum Protocol Alliance Unites to Strengthen OnChain Governance and Decentralization Ethereum protocols allowed users to self-custody in the past decades and transact directly with their assets. Now, centralized actors invested strongly in lobbying and earned outsized influence in policymaking. The purpose of this giant gathering is to build a strong protocol by utilizing their expertise to ensure a strong voice to reflect the policy in a real sense and serve the people who access them worldwide.

Anthony Leutenegger, CEO of Aragon, said, “We’ve seen firsthand the technical and practical complexity involved in building on-chain systems. Bringing together the most credible protocol teams will help ensure regulatory outcomes are workable for the builders moving this space forward.”

In response to Anthony Leutenegger, Sam Kim, Chief Legal Officer of Lido Labs Foundation, expressed his views. He said, “Decentralization is the foundation of Ethereum’s credibility and resilience, and through the EPAA, we’re ensuring that policy recognizes and protects this principle.”

Ethereum Protocol Alliance Upholds Neutrality and Permissionless Innovation As per the details shared by Aragon, Brian Nistler (General Counsel of the Uniswap Foundation) also added some words. He said, “The Uniswap ecosystem has faced undue regulatory scrutiny in the past—that’s why we know how critical it is for actual builders to have a seat at the table when policy for decentralized financial systems is being shaped.”

 In short, this alliance will focus on protecting the neutrality of the protocol layer, advancing on-chain transparency, preserving flexibility for protocol inception, and upholding global permissionless access to on-chain infrastructure. In a nutshell, this struggle ensures ruling effectively, technically rooted, and protective of the principles that keep Ethereum protocols secure, effective, neutral, and transparent.

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Crypto journalist with years of experience providing in-depth analysis and news on blockchain and decentralized finance. With a keen eye for detail, Shahzaib delivers insightful articles that explore the latest trends, market movements, and innovations within the crypto and blockchain ecosystem. His work focuses on educating readers while offering expert commentary on the evolving landscape of digital assets, DeFi protocols, and the broader impact of blockchain technology.