Dear PointPay Family,

An incredible celebratory week is coming to an end, and we can’t wait to tell you all about everything that happened. We launched special anniversary events, continued our listing activities, and made several exciting announcements.

PointPay News

First and foremost, PointPay has officially turned 8 years old! It’s a remarkable milestone that represents a long and challenging journey. Despite every obstacle along the way, we are still here with you, continuing to grow and improve in order to provide the best crypto services for everyone.

A huge thank you to each and every one of you. Whether you’ve just joined us or have been with us since the very beginning, we are proud to have you as part of the PointPay Family and hope you’ll stay with us for many years to come. It is thanks to every single user that PointPay has become what it is today.

To celebrate this special occasion, we launched several exciting events where you can win valuable rewards and even help shape the future of PointPay!

From 17 to 22 June, we are hosting a special anniversary giveaway. To participate, simply complete a few easy steps outlined in our post on X or Telegram. Three winners will be selected at random to receive prize packages that include vouchers and VIP levels.

From 19 June to 1 July, we have also launched a competition for the best idea to help improve PointPay. Share your feature suggestions, system improvements, or any other ideas through a dedicated Google Form. We will carefully review every submission and select the best idea to be added to our development roadmap. The author of the winning idea will receive a reward of $100 in PXP tokens.

You can also start submitting your questions for the next AMA session, which will take place on 25 June. PointPay CEO Vladimir Kardapoltsev will personally review the results of June and the entire second quarter, share upcoming plans, and discuss the future of the company.

Cryptosphere News

A modest upward correction took place this week. Most cryptocurrencies posted gains of 3% to 5%, recovering part of the losses recorded during the previous week.

This movement is largely attributed to improving global stability, as well as a natural market correction.

Thanks again for taking the time to read this update. We look forward to seeing you next week!

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Dear PointPay Family,

Today we wake up with a special feeling! We are turning 8 years old. It’s a beautiful, significant number, but in our hearts we are still the same enthusiasts who once became passionate about the idea of making the crypto world simple, safe, and accessible to everyone. And you know what? Judging by how our community has grown, we are succeeding!

Looking back, we see not just a platform, but millions of your stories. Someone made their first Bitcoin purchase right here with us, someone tried staking for the first time, and someone appreciated the convenience of instant transfers when time was everything. We read your reviews, see your memes on social media, and feel your support during moments of hype and turbulence. Thank you for choosing us. Thank you for staying with us for so long.

Eight years — this is not only a celebration cake and fireworks, but also a colossal wealth of experience. We are grateful for the trust you place in us every day by opening the app, trading on our exchange, or storing assets on PointPay. You are our main motivation to keep moving forward. While others discuss a “bear” or “bull” market, our team continues to write code, test updates, and seek new technological solutions.

“I remember how we took our first steps with burning passion, and today those eyes still burn just as bright. PointPay is not just a project, it is our shared home. We have experienced ups and downs, tough industry challenges, but our belief in the crypto revolution and the support of the community have always been stronger than circumstances. We are not planning to slow down. Thank you for building this spaceship together with us. Ready for takeoff, PointPay!” — Vladimir Kardapoltsev, CEO PointPay.

Happy birthday, PointPay family!

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Dear PointPay Family,

We’ve compiled all the top stories and highlights of the week for you in our Top 5! Catch up on all the key events and developments from the past seven days in a convenient format.

Traditional finance shifts focus from Bitcoin to blockchain utility

Institutional investors and financial advisors are increasingly prioritizing blockchain applications with tangible business value, placing stablecoins and tokenized assets ahead of Bitcoin in terms of strategic interest. According to industry observations from discussions with dozens of financial advisors, conversations around Bitcoin remain challenging, while solutions that improve payments infrastructure and modernize capital markets are gaining significant traction.

The growing enthusiasm reflects a broader shift in how traditional finance views blockchain technology — moving away from the “digital gold” narrative toward practical use cases capable of transforming existing financial systems. With regulators expected to provide greater clarity around tokenized securities and the stablecoin market reaching a record capitalization of $321 billion in April 2026, industry participants believe these innovations could attract a new wave of institutional adoption and fresh capital into the digital asset sector.

Crypto market faces pressure from geopolitics and AI investment boom

The cryptocurrency market has come under intense pressure this year, with Bitcoin declining by more than 33% and falling below the $60,000 threshold. Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, persistent inflation concerns in the United States, and renewed trade disputes have all contributed to growing investor caution across risk assets.

At the same time, the rapid expansion of the artificial intelligence sector has emerged as a powerful competitor for investment capital. As technology stocks continue to outperform, investors have increasingly redirected funds away from crypto-related products, leading to consecutive weeks of significant outflows from cryptocurrency ETFs. The recent downturn has challenged Bitcoin’s reputation as a defensive asset, although analysts note that historically elevated pessimism and negative futures funding rates have often preceded notable market recoveries.

TON revives original identity with Gram rebranding

The TON ecosystem has announced a return to its historic roots by adopting the name “Gram,” referencing the original vision outlined in Pavel Durov’s early project documentation. The move forms part of the broader “Make TON Great Again” initiative aimed at reinforcing the network’s identity and long-term strategic direction.

The rebranding has sparked extensive debate within the crypto community regarding the project’s legacy and its efforts to redefine public perception amid recent controversies surrounding Telegram’s founder. Major name changes within established blockchain ecosystems often trigger renewed investor interest, increased market activity, and heightened attention toward the platform’s future development plans.

Researchers propose a new framework for understanding blockchain systems

A new study suggests that blockchain networks function far beyond their traditional role as payment infrastructure. Researchers propose treating blockchain systems as record management frameworks that oversee the creation, use, modification, retention, and eventual disposition of digital records and assets throughout their lifecycle.

The paper introduces a seven-stage lifecycle model — covering creation, review and approval, publication, active use, revision, retention, and disposition — to better understand how blockchain-based data evolves over time. The framework was tested across Bitcoin, fungible tokens, and NFTs, demonstrating that blockchain technology can support governance, compliance, analytics, and enterprise data management applications beyond finance. The researchers also highlight that off-chain components and privacy technologies complicate visibility into these processes, presenting both challenges and opportunities for regulation, corporate adoption, and digital investigations. This perspective broadens blockchain’s potential, positioning it as a foundational technology for managing trusted digital records across multiple industries rather than exclusively facilitating financial transactions.

SBF seeks presidential pardon as FTT surges

Sam Bankman-Fried, the former FTX chief executive currently serving a 25-year prison sentence, has formally submitted a presidential pardon application to the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of the Pardon Attorney. The filing, submitted on June 8, 2026, reignited speculation surrounding the future of the high-profile fraud case.

Following reports of the pardon request, FTT, the native token associated with the collapsed exchange, surged approximately 50% during intraday trading. Prediction markets also reflected growing interest, with estimates of a potential pardon increasing significantly. Despite the market reaction, President Donald Trump has publicly dismissed the possibility of granting clemency to Bankman-Fried on multiple occasions this year, citing the scale of the multibillion-dollar FTX fraud. The development highlights how legal and political developments continue to influence sentiment across digital asset markets.

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Dear PointPay Family,

A new week brings new highlights! We are summarizing the results of the past seven days and have gathered all the most important updates for you in one place. Stay informed about everything that has been happening at PointPay.

PointPay News

This week was relatively calm at PointPay. We continue working on new updates for you, along with preparations for the upcoming anniversary celebrations.

On June 19, PointPay will celebrate its 8th anniversary! This is an important milestone, and we have decided to mark the occasion with a giveaway. Exciting rewards, including vouchers and VIP Spot trading levels, will be up for grabs — don’t miss your chance to win.

Previously, we announced even more ambitious plans to celebrate our anniversary. Unfortunately, this year we will not have enough time to complete the planned system and thoroughly test it to ensure everything meets our standards. Therefore, we have made the decision to postpone this event until next year. We appreciate your understanding.

This week also saw the continuation of new futures contract listings. Check out the latest additions that have expanded our offerings.

You can already trade them on the Futures page through the PointPay website or mobile application. Be among the first to try them out!

Cryptosphere News

Extreme fear and Bitcoin’s decline to the $60,000 — $62,000 range are what this week will likely be remembered for. Among the key factors behind this movement are ongoing global geopolitical developments, as well as a number of significant financial events — particularly the upcoming IPOs of major companies that millions of traders and investors are eager to participate in.

Thanks again for taking the time to read this update. We look forward to seeing you next week!

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Dear PointPay Family,

The past seven days have been incredibly eventful, filled with all sorts of developments, changes, and emotions. We’ve compiled a list of the top 5 most interesting and important developments from the past few days to keep you up to date on everything.

Strategy’s first Bitcoin sale sparks debate over dividend-funded Treasury model

Strategy has broken with its long-standing Bitcoin accumulation approach after disclosing the sale of 32 BTC for approximately $2.5 million. The proceeds are expected to support obligations tied to the company’s preferred shares, marking the first time the firm has sold part of its Bitcoin holdings since adopting its treasury strategy.

The announcement quickly drew attention across the market, especially after Executive Chairman Michael Saylor chose not to address the sale directly. Instead, he shifted focus toward STRC, Strategy’s perpetual preferred stock, highlighting its risk-adjusted performance relative to traditional credit products. While the company still holds more than 843,000 BTC, the transaction has fueled discussion about whether Bitcoin sales could become part of Strategy’s broader capital management framework as it balances shareholder payouts with its Bitcoin-focused strategy.

Bitcoin drops below $62K as liquidations sweep through crypto market

Bitcoin extended its decline on June 4, briefly falling to nearly $61,300 and triggering a sharp wave of liquidations across the digital asset market. The sell-off quickly spread to major altcoins, with Ethereum also retreating and testing levels below $1,800.

Over the past 24 hours, forced liquidations totaled roughly $1.63 billion, with long positions accounting for the vast majority of losses. Analysts attribute the downturn to a combination of continued outflows from spot Bitcoin ETFs, growing geopolitical uncertainty, and the breakdown of key technical support levels, which accelerated selling pressure through cascading liquidations.

Mastercard expands stablecoin settlement network to enable 24/7 payments

Mastercard is broadening its settlement infrastructure by introducing support for regulated stablecoins, a move designed to bring blockchain-based transactions deeper into mainstream financial operations. The new framework will allow participating institutions to settle transactions throughout the day, including weekends and holidays, while maintaining compatibility with existing fiat settlement systems.

The initiative will initially support several major stablecoins, including USDC, PYUSD, RLUSD, USDG, and USDP, across multiple blockchain networks. By enabling around-the-clock settlement, Mastercard aims to improve liquidity management and reduce reliance on traditional banking schedules. The expansion reflects growing demand for stablecoins as practical settlement tools, with financial institutions increasingly exploring blockchain-powered alternatives for cross-border payments and treasury operations.

Japan pushes for yen stablecoins and crypto ETFs to strengthen digital finance

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party has urged the government to accelerate the adoption of yen-backed stablecoins across Asia while also creating a regulatory framework that would allow cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds to enter the domestic market. The proposal positions digital assets as an increasingly important component of Japan’s financial future.

Lawmakers believe crypto ETFs could provide investors with a more accessible route to gaining exposure to digital assets, while yen-based stablecoins could strengthen Japan’s role in regional payments and settlement infrastructure. The recommendations come as major Japanese banks continue experimenting with stablecoin initiatives and policymakers seek to balance innovation with concerns about the impact of privately issued digital currencies on traditional banking systems.

Bank of America appoints digital asset leader to drive crypto strategy

Bank of America has named longtime executive Adam Dixon as Global Head of Digital Asset Transformation, signaling a stronger commitment to cryptocurrency and tokenization initiatives. Based in London, Dixon will oversee the bank’s efforts to develop and coordinate its digital asset strategy across business lines.

The appointment reflects a broader shift among major financial institutions as tokenized assets and blockchain-based financial products move closer to large-scale adoption. Having spent more than two decades at the bank, Dixon is expected to play a key role in transforming digital asset research and experimentation into operational products as competition intensifies across Wall Street.

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Dear PointPay Family,

It’s time once again to look back on the week’s highlights, and we’re inviting you to dive into our Weekly Update! We’ve gathered all the latest news and developments from the past few days in one place, so you can stay fully up to date with everything happening at PointPay.

PointPay News

Our latest AMA session was released this Thursday and is now available to watch on our YouTube channel. We invite you to check out this second AMA edition for May, where PointPay CEO Vladimir Kardapoltsev focused on development plans, upcoming updates, and activities scheduled for June.

You’ll learn how the development of new features and updates is progressing, what milestones we expect to achieve by the end of Q2, and you’ll also hear the first details about the upcoming event celebrating PointPay’s 8th anniversary!

As surprising as it may sound, we have an extremely busy roadmap and schedule ahead. Right now, all teams are actively working on the updates planned for release by the end of June. So stay tuned for more news!

In addition, our new futures contract listing event is still ongoing, and this week the list expanded with:

🔹 Chiliz (CHZ)

🔹 Algorand (ALGO)

🔹 Irys (IRYS)

🔹 MemeCore (M)

🔹 Defi App (HOME)

🔹 Storj (STORJ)

🔹 Monad (MON)

🔹 Render (RENDER)

All new contracts are already available on the exchange for exploration and trading. Be among the first to try them out!

Cryptosphere News

The quiet weeks in the cryptocurrency market have come to an end, concluding with Bitcoin falling by approximately 15% over the past week. At the moment, Bitcoin is moving toward the $60,000 level, while traders and holders have become significantly more pessimistic in their market outlook.

The trend was triggered by just one seemingly minor action — the sale of 32 BTC by Strategy itself. According to the company’s statements, the transaction was carried out to demonstrate the asset’s liquidity. However, it sparked a strong reaction across the market and became a catalyst for the broader decline.

Thanks again for taking the time to read this update. We look forward to seeing you next week!

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Dear PointPay Family,

Time moves incredibly fast and only forward, and once again we are summing up another eventful period. Discover all the latest news and highlights from this week in our Weekly Update. We have gathered everything specially for you so do not miss a thing!

PointPay News

The first and most important news of this week is the release of the AMA video featuring PointPay CEO Vladimir Kardapoltsev. In the latest video, Vladimir reviews the results of our work and releases throughout May, discusses everything we managed to achieve during this period, and answers many of the questions submitted by you.

Dive deeper into all PointPay processes in the video on our YouTube channel! And do not miss the second part, which will be released next week and will focus on upcoming announcements and future plans — it is going to be very exciting.

Next up — fresh listings. Our event featuring daily listings of new futures contracts is still ongoing. This week, the following contracts were added:

🔹 Zcash (ZEC/USDT)

🔹 LAB (LAB/USDT)

🔹 OpenEden (EDEN/USDT)

🔹 Venice Token (VVV/USDT)

🔹 Ethena (ENA/USDT)

🔹 PlaysOut (PLAYSOUT/USDT)

🔹 Unibase (UB/USDT)

🔹 Pudgy Penguins (PENGU/USDT)

🔹 Bonfida (FIDA/USDT)

🔹 Monero (XMR/USDT)

They are already available on the exchange in the Futures section. Do not miss the opportunity to try out the latest additions!

Finally, we announced the results of our Pizza Day giveaway! Thank you to everyone for participating and showing such great activity. You can find the names of the winners in the corresponding posts on X or Telegram.

Please note that rewards will be credited to the winners during the following week after we receive their UID. More details are available in the posts.

Cryptosphere News

“It is time to go short,” decided crypto market participants, and by the end of the week Bitcoin showed a decline of 7%, hinting at a move toward the $70,000 level. The leading cryptocurrency pulled the entire market down with it, including Ethereum, which dropped below $2,000.

We hope to see a trend reversal and the recovery of lost positions in the near future!

Thanks again for taking the time to read this update. We look forward to seeing you next week!

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Dear PointPay Family,

This week’s top news stories and events are all gathered in one place — our Top 5! We’ve selected the best stories for you and presented them in a concise, easy-to-read format so you can easily catch up on what’s happened over the past few days.

Ethereum weakness deepens as exchange inflows raise sell-off concerns

Ethereum continues to lose ground against Bitcoin, with the ETH/BTC ratio falling to its lowest level in nearly a year. After repeated failed attempts to break above the $2,400 mark, ETH slipped below the important $2,200 support zone, adding to concerns that bearish pressure is accelerating. Market analysts note that Ethereum has steadily weakened against Bitcoin since late 2025, despite ongoing large-scale accumulation efforts from institutional players.

Additional pressure is coming from rising exchange inflows. According to recent on-chain data, more than 500,000 ETH worth over $1.1 billion was transferred to trading platforms within a single week. Such movements are often interpreted as a sign that investors may be preparing to sell. Technical indicators have also turned negative, with some analysts warning that Ethereum could face a significantly deeper correction if market sentiment continues to deteriorate.

Trump’s executive order could open federal payment rails to crypto firms

A new executive order from Donald Trump may significantly reshape how digital asset and fintech companies interact with the US banking system. Federal regulators have been instructed to review existing rules tied to financial technology oversight, banking access, and payment infrastructure, with agencies given 90 days to identify barriers affecting the sector.

The review is expected to focus on licensing procedures, partnership restrictions, federal approvals, and access to the Federal Reserve’s payment network. Industry participants see the move as a potential turning point that could ease operational limitations for crypto-related businesses and create a clearer path toward integration with traditional financial infrastructure.

Ripple expands institutional reach as SWIFT recognizes Ripple Treasury

Ripple’s institutional ambitions gained new momentum after Ripple Treasury appeared in SWIFT’s Business Solutions Providers Directory as a Certified Partner in North America. The certification confirms compliance with SWIFT’s 2025 standards and ISO 20022 requirements, strengthening Ripple’s position within the global financial infrastructure landscape.

The recognition follows Ripple’s broader push into institutional services through major acquisitions, including treasury management platform GTreasury and brokerage firm Hidden Road. Together, the deals represent a multi-billion-dollar strategy aimed at expanding beyond payments into full-scale corporate financial services. Market observers believe SWIFT’s acknowledgment could eventually support broader adoption of XRP in cross-border settlement solutions, especially as blockchain-based payment testing among global banks continues to accelerate.

SpaceX reveals massive Bitcoin holdings ahead of IPO

SpaceX has disclosed ownership of 18,712 Bitcoin in its latest SEC filing, revealing a far larger crypto position than previously estimated by blockchain analysts. The disclosure places the aerospace company among the most significant corporate Bitcoin holders and shows that its holdings now exceed Tesla’s reported BTC reserves.

The filing arrives ahead of SpaceX’s highly anticipated public listing, expected later this year, and gives investors new insight into the company’s balance sheet strategy. Alongside its ambitions in satellite connectivity, artificial intelligence, and space transportation, SpaceX appears to be positioning digital assets as part of its long-term growth narrative. The company described its target market opportunity as one of the largest in history, spanning multiple trillion-dollar industries.

SEC prepares framework for trading tokenized stocks

The US Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly preparing a new regulatory framework that could allow trading platforms to offer blockchain-based versions of traditional stocks. According to reports, the agency may soon introduce an “innovation exemption” designed to support tokenized securities trading on crypto platforms.

The proposal could create a new market structure where digital stock tokens trade outside conventional exchanges, potentially without direct involvement from the companies whose shares they represent. Reports also suggest these tokenized assets may not include traditional shareholder benefits such as voting rights or dividend access. The initiative reflects the broader push by the Trump administration to expand the role of blockchain technology within US financial markets and modernize securities trading infrastructure.

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Dear PointPay Family,

The latest updates, events, and announcements from the past few days are already waiting for you! We have gathered all the key developments in our Weekly Update so you can stay fully up to date with everything happening at PointPay.

PointPay News

Today’s recap should begin with a celebration — 🍕 Pizza Day! We congratulate all of you on this symbolic occasion for the entire crypto community.

To celebrate, we have prepared a prize giveaway featuring rewards such as VIP status, commission-free trading opportunities, and vouchers. Most importantly, you get to decide which reward you would like to receive.

To participate, simply like and repost the post on X, or add a reaction to the post on Telegram. After that, choose which pizza slice (reward) you would like to receive and leave its number in the comments.

In just one week, we will announce the results and raffle off each slice among the users who selected it. One slice — one winner. Delicious!

Next, it is time to announce our traditional AMA session with PointPay CEO Vladimir Kardapoltsev! The first video will be published on our YouTube channel next Thursday. In this episode, Vladimir will summarize the results of May, share upcoming announcements and plans, and answer your questions.

If you would like your question to be featured in the video, make sure to submit it through the special form using the link.

Finally, this week marked the launch of our new futures contract listing event. From May 19 to June 19, we plan to list one new contract every day — a total of 32 new contracts.

Right now, you can already explore the following new addition:

🔹 BSB/USDT (Block Street)
🔹 CL/USDT (Crude Oil Futures)
🔹 NVDA/USDT (NVIDIA)
🔹 PLAYSOUT/USDT (Playsout)

Come back next week to discover even more new listings!

Cryptosphere News

Top cryptocurrencies recorded average declines of 2–5%. Nevertheless, the overall market sentiment remains neutral, although still leaning toward pessimism. Without any significant positive news catalysts, no major trend reversal is expected at this stage.

Thanks again for taking the time to read this update. We look forward to seeing you next week!

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Dear PointPay Family,

Our roundup of this week’s top 5 news stories is here! We’ve sifted through thousands of headlines to bring you the 5 most interesting, important, and entertaining stories from the past few days. This way, you can easily stay up to date on key developments in the crypto world.

AI exploit on X leads to $200K crypto transfer through morse code trick

An X user exploited a vulnerability involving AI chatbot Grok and automated trading assistant Bankrbot, triggering the unauthorized transfer of nearly $200,000 in crypto assets. The attacker reportedly used a hidden instruction encoded in Morse code to bypass the system’s safeguards and convince the connected AI tools to execute a transaction on the Base network.

The scheme began after the attacker expanded Grok’s wallet permissions through a Bankr Club Membership NFT, enabling advanced functions such as swaps and token transfers. The user then asked Grok to decode and relay a Morse code message to Bankrbot, which interpreted the translated text as a legitimate command. As a result, 3 billion DRB tokens were transferred directly to the attacker’s wallet before being quickly sold on the market, causing temporary price instability.

BlackRock expands tokenization push with Ethereum-based fund structure

BlackRock is strengthening its presence in blockchain finance by selecting Ethereum as the infrastructure layer for new tokenized fund products tied to traditional financial assets. Recent filings reveal that the asset management giant plans to issue blockchain-based shares connected to treasury-focused money-market funds, signaling growing institutional confidence in Ethereum as a settlement network for real-world assets.

The initiative includes tokenized share classes designed for verified wallet holders and regulated on-chain investors, while maintaining strict compliance controls such as whitelisting and transfer restrictions. BlackRock’s move adds further momentum to the broader tokenization trend, where major financial firms are increasingly integrating blockchain rails into conventional markets. With nearly $14 trillion in assets under management, the company’s adoption of Ethereum carries significant weight in the race to become the dominant infrastructure for tokenized finance.

New report reveals most Polymarket traders are losing money

A large-scale on-chain study has revealed that the overwhelming majority of Polymarket users are trading at a loss, raising questions about who truly benefits from prediction markets. According to the analysis, more than 84% of wallet addresses tracked on the platform ended up unprofitable, while only a tiny fraction generated meaningful long-term gains.

The findings suggest that profits are heavily concentrated among sophisticated traders using automated systems, arbitrage strategies, and high-speed execution tools. Meanwhile, most retail participants appear to trade briefly before exiting with losses. The report arrives as Polymarket continues expanding into mainstream sports partnerships and influencer-driven promotion campaigns, fueling concerns that inexperienced users are entering a market dominated by algorithmic trading advantages.

Japan launches blockchain pilot for $7.5 trillion government bond market

Japan is taking another step toward blockchain-based finance through a new pilot focused on its massive government bond market. Major institutions including Mizuho, Nomura, Japan Securities Clearing Corporation, and Digital Asset have joined forces to test how blockchain infrastructure can support real-time collateral management for Japanese government bonds.

The initiative is designed to explore faster and more flexible settlement processes while preserving the legal framework governing traditional securities. Unlike a public token launch, the pilot focuses on improving how bond ownership records and collateral transfers operate behind the scenes, particularly for cross-border transactions outside standard banking hours. The project reflects a broader shift among financial institutions seeking to modernize market infrastructure using blockchain technology originally popularized by crypto networks.

Ethereum introduces clear signing standard to improve wallet security

The Ethereum community has introduced a new security standard aimed at eliminating one of the ecosystem’s most dangerous user risks — blind signing. The initiative, known as Clear Signing, is designed to replace unreadable transaction approvals with clear, human-friendly information before users confirm blockchain actions.

Built around the ERC-7730 standard, the system allows compatible wallets to display understandable transaction details such as token amounts, recipients, expiration times, and expected outcomes instead of raw technical data. The effort has received support from major industry participants including Ledger, MetaMask, Trezor, WalletConnect, and Fireblocks. The launch follows several high-profile security incidents that exposed how difficult it can be for users to verify complex transaction requests, including the massive Bybit exploit linked to deceptive signing interfaces.

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