Author: Editorial Office CVJ.CH

JPMorgan tests public blockchain for tokenized US Treasuries for the first time – with Chainlink and Ondo Finance as partners.

BX Digital, which received the first FINMA license for a DLT trading system in mid-March, announces the first five trading participants.

CryptoPunks IP sold to Infinite Node Foundation for 20 million USD – NFTs move closer to the traditional art market.

The number of companies based in the “Crypto Valley” increased by another 14% last year, according to an industry report.

Bitcoin breaks through the 100’000 USD mark once again, boosting the markets as a potential “altcoin season” begins to take shape.

Trump and single US states launch Bitcoin reserves – a milestone for crypto as a strategic asset in financial policy.

Cardano (ADA) grows with AI focus, DeFi records, and a new development phase – Hoskinson sets clear technological impulses for 2025.

What has happened in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies this week? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.

Ripple pays USD 50 million following SEC lawsuit. Settlement without admission of guilt – a key signal for crypto regulation in the US.

After the customs chaos of recent weeks, global markets are calming down, giving a boost to the Bitcoin price.

EU aims to ban privacy coins like Monero by 2027 – strict rules for crypto exchanges and looming loss of financial privacy.

Ethereum introduces smart wallets, cheaper staking, and faster layer-2 transactions with the Pectra upgrade.

Bitget forecasts over 1 million blockchain jobs by 2030 – contingent on regulatory clarity and widespread enterprise adoption.

Three industry associations present a 12-point program outlining measures to strengthen Switzerland as a crypto hub.

The Maldives is planning a $9 billion blockchain hub with MBS Global to diversify its economy and tackle its debt crisis.

What has happened in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies this week? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.