Coin overview
RED
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Last price (USDT)
342.06K
24h total (USDT)
1.50M
Total vol (USDT)
2025-02-27 10:00:00 ~ 2025-03-06 12:30:00
Trading time (UTC+0)
2025-03-06 14:00:00 ~ 2025-03-06 18:00:00
Delivery time (UTC+0)
Total supply597.00M
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Introduction
RedStone is a modular oracle supporting 140+ clients including Morpho, Pendle, Spark, Venus, Ethena, Etherfi, Lombard and many more. While RedStone is live on 70+ chains including the upcoming ones like Monad, Berachain, MegaETH, Unichain, it also ensures further innovation on established ecosystems i.e. Ethereum or Base. Thanks to RedStone reliable infrastructure DeFi teams can build their solutions withought limiatations met with legacy oracle providers. As the only oracle RedStone provides both Push and Pull oracle model cross-chain.
Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin's Leverage Boilover Spawns $100M in Liquidation Fallout
A significant liquidation event shook the crypto market as $100 million in leveraged positions were wiped out in a single hour, according to recent market data. The rapid price shifts were attributed to increased leverage and volatile trading behavior, with Bitcoin’s perpetual futures open interest reaching a two-year high of over 310,000 BTC, or $34 billion, signaling a dangerous accumulation of leverage, per K33 Research. This surge occurred as the weekend saw a sharp 13,472 BTC acceleration in open interest, raising concerns about potential market corrections akin to previous summer liquidation cycles. The liquidation event coincided with a notable movement in capital between Bitcoin and Ethereum . Over 22,400 BTC was converted into Ethereum via Hyperunit, contributing to Ethereum’s all-time high of over $4,950. This shift, described as a “huge rotation,” redirected market momentum toward Ethereum, as its ETH/BTC ratio surged above 0.04—a level not seen in 2025. Annualized funding rates also spiked from 3% to nearly 11%, highlighting aggressive long positions amid relatively stagnant price movements. Ethereum’s exit queue has also drawn attention as over 1 million ETH (worth $4.96 billion) awaits withdrawal from the proof-of-stake network. Validator exit times have hit a record 18 days and 16 hours, with the volume potentially representing a large-scale sell pressure as Ether has surged 72% in the past three months. Analysts like Marcin Kazmierczak of RedStone argue that the exodus reflects healthy market dynamics, emphasizing that institutional capital inflows can easily absorb validator sales. Meanwhile, Ethereum’s growing role as a “liquidity magnet” is evident, with Ether futures open interest nearing $33 billion, suggesting strong institutional interest. Bitcoin, on the other hand, faces a critical juncture. Institutional adoption and macroeconomic factors are shaping its trajectory. Tiger Research recently projected that Bitcoin could reach $190,000 by Q3 2025, citing record global liquidity, structural ETF demand, and new access to 401(k) retirement accounts. JPMorgan analysts also noted that Bitcoin’s current price is “too low” relative to gold, especially as its volatility has dropped to historic lows. Adjusted for volatility, the firm calculates a fair value of around $126,000 by year-end. The firm attributed this valuation to falling volatility, which reduces the risk-adjusted difference between Bitcoin and gold, currently at a record low ratio of 2.0. Despite bullish forecasts, on-chain metrics suggest a market that is active but not yet overheated. Metrics like the MVRV-Z, ASOPR, and NUPL indicate moderate positioning, with profits not yet extreme. However, the market remains sensitive to liquidity shifts, with whale-driven selling dominating in the aftermath of recent price corrections. A $110,000 support level appears crucial, as a breakdown could expose further liquidation clusters near $104,000. Institutional adoption and regulatory developments continue to play a pivotal role in shaping market sentiment. VanEck CEO Jan van Eck positioned Ethereum as the “Wall Street token,” citing its dominance in the stablecoin ecosystem and the Ethereum Virtual Machine’s role in supporting decentralized finance. With over $147 billion in stablecoins on Ethereum, the platform’s role in traditional finance is expected to expand, particularly as banks prepare to issue their own stablecoins under new legislation.
Raising a glass under the Empire State Building, the pulse of Monad mainnet has already begun tonight
Monad is no longer just potential, but an inevitable future. Author: Ivy This summer, under the night sky of New York, Monad has become a buzzword in the crypto community. Whether at the ETH Global NYC venue or on a starlit rooftop bar, the name Monad always sparks heated discussions among builders. As the mainnet launch approaches, project teams and investors are building momentum for this “high-performance public chain rising star” with unprecedented enthusiasm. At the recently concluded ETH Global NYC, Monad’s exposure and activity reached new heights: there were payment-related events in collaboration with Predicate and Inco, followed by a major gathering hosted by Monad ecosystem core project FastLane together with top market maker and investment institution GSR, and several other ecosystem builders. The lineup for this event was nothing short of impressive: Monad’s leading LST builder and DeFi infrastructure company FastLane, dedicated to ecosystem win-win and capital efficiency reshaping RedStone, which recently released OEV innovations, serves 170+ clients, and secures over 10 billions USD in TVL Kuru, the native decentralized exchange hailed as the “trading engine” of the Monad ecosystem TownSquare, a native lending platform invested in by Monad’s co-founder HaHa Wallet, the native wallet that attracted over 100 million transactions and 30,000+ daily active users during the testnet phase RareBetSports, a popular sports betting app in the European and American markets Modus, a Monad-native on-chain asset management platform incubated by Yzi Labs GSR, which provides liquidity support for over 200 clients across 25+ trading venues, matching tens of billions of dollars in weekly trading volume. Figment Capital, which since its founding in 2021 has led investments in major projects such as EigenLayer, Celestia, Wormhole, StarkWare, and Initia. All signs indicate that Monad’s builder community is eagerly awaiting the mainnet launch. As a high-performance mainnet, Monad has always emphasized parallel execution and extreme optimization—key factors that the community expects will help it break through in the public chain landscape. For the capital markets, the focus is on whether Monad can become the representative of the “next-generation high-performance public chain” and take the lead in landing in scenarios such as DeFi, Trading, and Payment. For community builders, Monad provides a low-latency, high-throughput execution environment, giving products that are difficult to realize in EVM a real chance to launch. Both investors and builders are pinning their hopes for the “next wave of L1 innovation” on Monad. Unlike projects that rely on one-off incentives, Monad seems to be exploring a path of long-term growth: by driving real application adoption and stimulating continuous community participation, TVL can be gradually increased. This “activity-driven, value-driven” model may accumulate more lasting long-term value for the ecosystem. Amid this wave, FastLane has become the center of attention. As a project with a solid Western background, they only accelerated their entry into the Asian market in recent months, yet have already demonstrated strong influence. FastLane not only launched the first yield-generating LST—shMonad—on Monad’s testnet, but also leveraged its full-stack Western technical team to tailor a series of DeFi infrastructure for Monad’s asynchronous execution system. They also led and promoted Monad validator Timing Game research, and actively lead a research community composed of numerous Solana validators and almost all active Monad testnet validators. During the testnet phase, FastLane has already achieved cooperation with nearly 100% of validators. Its RPC nodes for dApps have been integrated into over 25 projects, and well-known decentralized exchanges such as Ambient Finance, Kuru, and Clober have adopted its MEV protection infrastructure Atlas, helping users reduce trading losses while increasing project revenue, FastLane’s income, and shMonad’s yield. Unlike traditional LSTs, FastLane transforms Monad’s high-speed performance into shared value. Through the shMON liquid staking token and multiple infrastructure products, they have successfully connected applications and validators, achieving a win-win for all parties. This not only significantly improves user yield experience, but also provides critical underlying support for DeFi projects within the ecosystem, further optimizing overall ecosystem performance. No wonder FastLane has managed to attract so many partners in such a short time, jointly building momentum for Monad. At this gathering led by FastLane and GSR, the rooftop bar beneath the Empire State Building was filled with passionate builders. Laughter, conversations, and clinking glasses intertwined, reflecting the vitality and confidence of the Monad community. With Monad’s mainnet launch imminent, what do these leading ecosystem projects think? FastLane FastLane will officially launch its LST token—shMonad (shMON)—in the first week of the testnet. Through shMON, FastLane transforms Monad’s high-speed performance into shared value, laying a solid foundation of liquidity and infrastructure for the ecosystem even before the mainnet goes live. The project’s core directions are mainly twofold: First, starting with infrastructure such as Atlas, Gas Abstraction, RPC, and OEV, integrate more ecosystem projects before the mainnet launch, helping all teams building on Monad move faster and creating more sustainable revenue partners for them. This will allow LST staking rewards after the mainnet launch to be enhanced not only by MEV income, but also by multiple layers of boosts. Second, actively reach consensus with ecosystem projects to design more activities and revenue channels for community members and liquidity providers, enhancing the liquidity and utility of shMonad and creating richer yield opportunities for token holders. Modus Although Modus is still in its early stages, it has already attracted community attention with the support of Yzi Labs. The team plans to launch on testnet soon and introduce a native lending market and LST auto-loop strategies represented by shMON on the mainnet, improving capital efficiency and bringing Monad its first batch of financial primitives. As a prototype of onchain prime brokerage, Modus aims to attract institutions and quant teams to settle in, building a stable capital market for Monad, so the industry is full of expectations for its mainnet performance. Redstone The decentralized oracle network RedStone announced that it will support Monad from day one of the mainnet, providing developers with reliable data feeds covering 1,200+ assets. RedStone stated that this collaboration not only reflects its long-term commitment to infrastructure building, but also aims to lay the foundation for the prosperity of Monad’s high-performance ecosystem, providing atomic-level speed and reliability required by innovative DeFi applications. Townsquare As Monad’s ecosystem gradually takes shape, TownSquare positions itself as a core lending and yield protocol, dedicated to improving users’ capital efficiency and returns. On the first day of the mainnet launch, the protocol will support all LSTs including FastLane shMON, native assets, and stablecoins, covering most lending markets. The team will also work closely with Monad to drive ecosystem expansion. Rare Bet Sport With Monad’s mainnet launch imminent, RareBetSports is moving from high-frequency testnet demonstrations to the full launch of composable DFS applications and on-chain betting infrastructure. This transition is seen as a green light for a new generation of user-facing games, enabling unprecedented speed and scalability on Monad. Meanwhile, the team also looks forward to launching more prediction markets on RareLink, including popular events such as football and MMA, as well as new gameplay tokens from major Monad communities. HaHa Wallet As Monad’s native wallet, HaHa Wallet attracted over 100 million transactions and 30,000+ daily active users during the testnet phase. The team hopes to provide users with a more intuitive and seamless wallet experience on the mainnet, serving both beginners and advanced users, and helping to fully upgrade ecosystem interactions. Kuru As Monad’s mainnet launch approaches, Kuru is seen as the core trading hub of the ecosystem, aiming to integrate asset discovery, trading, and project launch functions, and fully leverage Monad’s speed and scalability advantages. The team is currently working hard on mainnet preparations, with a brand-new design for its dApp already in the implementation stage. The new Swap and Discover pages have gone live first, and the rest of the sections will soon undergo a complete visual and interaction upgrade. As a composable, fully on-chain order book protocol with an AMM backstop mechanism, Kuru hopes to break down barriers through an intuitive product experience, allowing more new users to seamlessly enter DeFi while meeting the needs of professional traders for efficiency and low cost. As the mainnet approaches, both the community and the industry are full of expectations for Kuru to become the “trading engine” on Monad. In addition to the enthusiasm of ecosystem projects themselves, the support of capital and market makers behind the scenes is equally crucial. As Monad’s first batch of liquidity partners, GSR, with over a decade of global market experience, will provide comprehensive support covering market making, OTC trading, and venture capital in the early stages of the mainnet launch. From project initiation to large-scale expansion, GSR will inject deep liquidity into Monad and help the ecosystem grow. It is precisely because of the participation of partners like GSR that Monad’s early adoption and long-term development are even more anticipated. When asked why he is so confident in Monad, GSR DeFi head Toe said: “Monad always puts users first, providing future-oriented financial infrastructure through controllable execution logic and a purpose-built consensus layer.” FastLane, GSR, and ecosystem partners have ignited more than just a gathering in New York—they have sparked an irreversible wave. Monad is no longer just potential, but an inevitable future. When the laughter and lights fade from the rooftop, what remains is the steadfast heartbeat of the builder community for the future. New York is just the beginning; the real story of Monad will go from here to the world.
Ethereum News Today: Hong Kong Firm Aims to Bridge Traditional Assets and Blockchain Innovation
New Town Development, a Hong Kong-listed company (stock code: 1030), has announced its intention to establish a digital asset research institute, marking a strategic move to integrate real-world asset (RWA) tokenization technology with its existing business infrastructure. The initiative aims to expand the company’s footprint in the digital asset sector and promote broader applications of RWA technologies. To support this effort, New Town Development plans to bring in external experts in blockchain, digital finance, and compliance, addressing potential gaps in legal, financial, and technical expertise. This includes hiring legal advisors to assess domestic and international legal frameworks, financial consultants to evaluate tax and regulatory concerns, and technical partners to enhance its technological solutions. The company also emphasized the importance of maintaining open communication with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with evolving standards. The establishment of the research institute aligns with a growing trend of institutional interest in digital asset technologies, as demonstrated by recent developments across the sector. For instance, the RWA platform Metafyed recently completed a $5.5 million financing round, while Aethir provided a $3 million grant to Arizona State University to launch a global AI and blockchain education program. These initiatives highlight increasing capital inflows into blockchain-based infrastructure and research, particularly in the RWA and digital finance space. New Town Development’s new institute is positioned to benefit from this momentum, potentially serving as a hub for innovation in tokenized real-world assets and digital compliance solutions. The company’s strategy also reflects broader shifts within the cryptocurrency and digital asset ecosystem. For example, Ethereum’s exit queue has reached a record $5 billion in ETH, with over 1 million Ether tokens awaiting withdrawal from the network. While this could signal potential sell pressure, analysts suggest that institutional demand is robust enough to absorb such liquidity without triggering a market correction. Marcin Kazmierczak, co-founder of RedStone, noted that these exits reflect healthy market dynamics rather than an impending crisis. Meanwhile, Ether’s recent 72% price surge over three months has reinforced its position as a key liquidity magnet in the crypto market, with futures open interest approaching $33 billion. From a technical perspective, Ether has also shown promising bullish signals, with analysts highlighting potential long-term growth opportunities. A megaphone pattern on the ETH weekly chart, identified by crypto analyst Jelle, suggests a possible rally toward $10,000, with $5,000 serving as a critical resistance level. A breakout above this level could trigger the liquidation of approximately $5 billion in short positions, reinforcing upward momentum. However, analysts caution that short-term volatility remains a risk, particularly if ETH fails to break through the $5,000 threshold, potentially triggering a pullback toward $3,500 or $3,000 support levels. This volatility underscores the importance of liquidity and volume analysis, as weak participation could lead to false breakouts. The broader implications for New Town Development’s research institute are significant. With Ether’s role as a liquidity magnet and Ethereum’s expanding validator base, the company’s new initiative could benefit from a more mature and institutional-grade digital asset market. By leveraging external expertise and maintaining regulatory communication, New Town Development is positioning itself to capitalize on the growing institutional interest in tokenization and RWA applications. As the market continues to evolve, the company’s digital asset research institute could serve as a model for other firms exploring the convergence of traditional finance and blockchain technology. Source:
Ethereum News Today: ChainCatcher Summit Looms as Ethereum Faces Exit Queue and Leadership Uncertainty
ChainCatcher is preparing to host a blockchain summit in collaboration with industry partners, though recent reports have emerged suggesting potential shifts in leadership within the organization. The summit, expected to draw attention from major players in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors, aligns with the company's ongoing efforts to promote innovation and dialogue around decentralized technologies. Despite the speculation surrounding leadership changes, ChainCatcher has not issued an official statement confirming or denying the rumors, leaving the situation in a state of uncertainty for now [2]. Meanwhile, the broader cryptocurrency market has seen significant activity. Ethereum , in particular, has drawn attention as its exit queue has reached an unprecedented $5 billion in ETH, as validators prepare to withdraw staked tokens. This large volume of pending withdrawals has raised concerns among market observers about potential sell pressure, especially in light of Ethereum’s 72% price surge over the last three months. Validatorqueue.com data shows that the waiting time for Ethereum withdrawals has hit a record high of nearly 18 days [3]. Despite the concerns, some analysts have noted that the validator exodus may not signal trouble for the network. Marcin Kazmierczak, co-founder of RedStone blockchain oracle firm, remarked that the current exodus reflects healthy market dynamics, pointing to strong institutional interest in Ethereum. According to Kazmierczak, the influx of capital from public vehicles like treasury firms and ETFs has the capacity to absorb any potential selling pressure from exiting validators. This view is supported by Iliya Kalchev of Nexo, who highlighted Ethereum’s role as a “liquidity magnet” with open interest in futures contracts approaching $33 billion [3]. Looking ahead, technical indicators for Ethereum suggest a potentially bullish outlook. Analysts have drawn attention to a "megaphone pattern" on the weekly ETH chart, which could lead to a rally toward $10,000 if the key resistance level at $5,000 is breached. However, this scenario is contingent on strong volume and sustained buying pressure, with short-term volatility expected before a potential multi-year bull phase. If Ethereum fails to break through $5,000, it may face a pullback toward key support levels, including the 12-week and 25-week SMAs [4]. The market’s broader sentiment is also being influenced by macroeconomic indicators, with upcoming U.S. jobless claims and PCE data set to shape investor behavior. Additionally, the performance of Bitcoin remains closely watched due to its strong historical correlation with Ethereum. Analysts suggest that a deeper correction in Bitcoin could have a spillover effect on Ether, though both assets have demonstrated resilience in recent months [4]. As ChainCatcher prepares for its upcoming blockchain summit, the broader market continues to evolve with Ethereum at the center of attention. The interplay between technical signals, institutional interest, and macroeconomic factors will likely dictate the near-term direction of the asset, with potential implications for the summit's focus areas and the strategic priorities of participants [3]. Source:
Ethereum News Today: Ethereum and Stablecoins Build New Financial Rails as Wall Street Joins the Blockchain Age
Ethereum’s growing institutional adoption and the rapid expansion of stablecoins have drawn attention from key figures in the financial industry. Jan Van Eck, a prominent name in traditional finance, has labeled Ethereum as the “Wall Street token,” underscoring the digital asset’s increasing role in institutional investment strategies. This sentiment aligns with broader market dynamics, as Ethereum’s network activity intensifies and stablecoin usage expands, reshaping global financial infrastructure. On the Ethereum blockchain, the exit queue — the number of validators awaiting the return of staked ETH — has reached a record 1 million tokens, valued at $4.96 billion as of late August. This surge reflects heightened validator activity, potentially signaling profit-taking, particularly given Ether’s 72% increase over the past three months. Validator exit times have extended to 18 days and 16 hours, according to data from validatorqueue.com. However, experts argue that this does not represent a systemic issue. Marcin Kazmierczak, co-founder of RedStone, noted that institutional capital continues to flow into Ethereum, surpassing the impact of validator withdrawals. Meanwhile, Ether’s dominance in the crypto market as a “liquidity magnet” has been reinforced by rising open interest in Ether futures, currently approaching $33 billion, according to Iliya Kalchev of Nexo. Analysts from Standard Chartered have also highlighted the undervaluation of Ethereum and ETH-treasury firms, projecting a $7,500 year-end price target for 2025. This optimism is supported by the growing appetite for Ethereum-based products, including exchange-traded funds and treasury strategies. The expansion of stablecoins has further accelerated Ethereum’s institutional appeal. With the U.S. passage of the GENIUS Act, stablecoin adoption has gained regulatory clarity, allowing digital tokens pegged to the U.S. dollar to integrate more seamlessly into global financial systems. The act mandates that stablecoin issuers back their tokens with high-quality liquid assets, including U.S. Treasury bills. This development has positioned stablecoins as key participants in the Treasury market, with major players such as Tether and Circle (CRCL) controlling about 90% of the $250 billion stablecoin market. Morgan Stanley analysis highlights Tether’s 65% and Circle’s 25% market share, reinforcing their dominance. Institutional adoption of stablecoins is reshaping the financial landscape, with fintech giants like Stripe and Visa launching infrastructure to support stablecoin transactions. These developments underscore stablecoins’ transition from a trading utility to a foundational layer of programmable money. As the market matures, stablecoins are expected to facilitate real-time financial services, tokenized assets, and novel business models, such as usage-based pricing and AI-powered automated transactions. Looking ahead, analysts project the stablecoin market to expand significantly, with forecasts ranging from $1.2 trillion by 2028 to $4 trillion by 2035. This growth trajectory is being driven by institutional confidence, regulatory advancements, and Ethereum’s role as a preferred platform for stablecoin activity. As stablecoins evolve from temporary bridges to permanent rails, their influence on global financial infrastructure is set to deepen, reinforcing the interplay between blockchain innovation and traditional finance. Source:
SEC Clears Path for Liquid Staking, Igniting Institutional Interest
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ( SEC ) announced the first Project Crypto directive on August 5, 2025. This directive clarifies that specific liquid staking applications are exempt from securities laws. It specifies that liquid altcoins, given through administrative or technical processes without requiring entrepreneurial effort, will not be considered securities. This decision is seen as a pivotal moment that may encourage institutional investors, who have been hesitant due to regulatory uncertainty, to venture into the sector. New Opportunities for Institutional Capital in Crypto ZIGChain co-founder Abdul Rafay Gadit believes the SEC’s announcement opens doors to previously impossible strategies for corporate treasuries. Gadit states that pension funds and asset managers can now secure annual returns of 5-15% from staking rewards while maintaining immediate access to their capital through liquid altcoins. This flexibility removes the incompatibility with traditional accounting and liquidity requirements posed by long-term lock-up issues. Institutional investors can utilize staking coins as collateral, in trading, or within portfolio management strategies, all while sustaining their staking income. Gadit emphasizes that this development will trigger broader acceptance, encouraging institutional participation to meet the scale and security needs of Blockchain networks. Regulatory Clarity Accelerating Ecosystem Growth Marcin Kazmierczak, co-founder of the Oracle protocol RedStone, describes the SEC’s stance as a milestone for the cryptocurrency market, highlighting an anticipated increase in demand for Ethereum $3,832 -based liquid staking protocols. According to Defillama’s data, the total value locked (TVL) in liquid staking soared from $31.14 billion to $71.16 billion in 2024, reaching $68.66 billion as of August 5. Following the SEC’s approval, the TVL is expected to climb rapidly, potentially reaching new record levels. Kazmierczak points out that the new framework promotes systems functioning at the protocol level, reducing the need for human intervention. “This approach aligns with Blockchain’s core principles by minimizing single points of failure,” he explains. With 33.8 million ETH staked on Ethereum (28% of the supply) and the overall staking market exceeding $60 billion in size, the removal of regulatory uncertainty could pave the way for the ecosystem’s next growth phase.
Industry leaders cheer liquid staking's SEC green light, opening doors for institutional adoption
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday said certain forms of liquid staking fall outside the scope of securities laws , marking a departure from the agency’s previous enforcement-led approach to crypto and signaling a major unlock for institutional adoption. The guidance, part of the SEC’s Project Crypto initiative, clarifies that receipt tokens representing staked crypto assets are not securities when the underlying activities are "ministerial or administrative" and not driven by entrepreneurial effort. That distinction is being hailed as a pivotal shift by industry builders and infrastructure providers. "The SEC’s liquid staking guidance represents a fundamental shift in how institutional capital can interact with blockchain networks, moving beyond the regulatory gray area that has constrained a potentially massive market segment," said Abdul Rafay Gadit, co-founder of Layer 1 blockchain ZIGChain, in a statement. "[T]he agency has essentially legitimized institutional treasury strategies that were impossible under enforcement-driven uncertainty," Gadit said. "This means pension funds and asset managers can now earn staking rewards (typically 5%-15% annually) while maintaining immediate access to their capital through tradeable receipt tokens — solving the liquidity problem that previously made blockchain staking incompatible with institutional treasury requirements." While the SEC's stance stops short of endorsing all staking mechanisms, it draws a line between permissionless, protocol-driven systems and those with managerial discretion, potentially clearing the way for decentralized liquid staking platforms to scale without triggering regulatory pushback. "The SEC’s recent statement clarifying that certain liquid staking activities fall outside securities laws represents a watershed moment for the crypto industry," said Marcin Kazmierczak, co-founder of oracle protocol RedStone. "This regulatory clarity is particularly timely given the DeFi market’s surge to a three-year high of $153 billion, with Ethereum maintaining dominance at nearly 60% of total value locked." New growth phase Kazmierczak pointed to the growth of Ethereum-based liquid staking protocols as proof of demand — and now, with regulatory clarity, as a signal of what’s to come. Liquid restaking total value locked (TVL) on Ethereum jumped from $284 million to $17.26 billion in 2024, according to RedStone. That TVL stands at around $24 billion as of Aug. 5, according to The Block's data dashboard. "The SEC's framework will likely drive further adoption as protocols can now operate with confidence, offering yields while maintaining compliance," he said. Gadit said the ability to access staking yields without locking up funds solves a long-standing institutional roadblock. Instead of locking capital for months, institutional investors can now stake assets, receive liquid receipt tokens, and deploy those tokens in collateral, trading, or portfolio management strategies — all while continuing to earn staking rewards. Kazmierczak added that the SEC's language also incentivizes decentralization, pushing liquid staking token (LST) providers to reduce human involvement and embrace protocol-level mechanics. That shift, he said, "benefits the entire ecosystem by reducing single points of failure and aligning with blockchain’s core principles." With Ethereum staking climbing past 33.8 million ETH — roughly 28% of total supply — and the broader staking market topping $60 billion in TVL, the SEC's pivot could mark the beginning of a new growth phase. "This represents broader recognition that blockchain networks need institutional participation to achieve the scale and security required for mainstream financial infrastructure," Gadit said.
RedStone Launches Atom for Real-Time Liquidations in DeFi
Key Points: RedStone launches Atom for real-time DeFi liquidations. Improves protocol revenue on Ethereum and Polygon. Enhances lenders’ MEV capture capabilities. RedStone Launches Atom for Real-Time Liquidations in DeFi RedStone introduces Atom, a novel oracle with real-time liquidation and MEV capture capabilities, aimed at enhancing DeFi lending on blockchains like Ethereum, Avalanche, and Polygon. Atom’s integration could increase DeFi efficiency, capturing previously lost value, potentially boosting protocol revenues on these platforms. RedStone announced the launch of Atom, bringing real-time liquidation intelligence to DeFi protocols. This innovation aligns with their position as a leading oracle provider and targets major blockchains, including Ethereum , Avalanche , and Polygon . Led by RedStone, Atom introduces key features such as on-chain MEV capture, aiming to enhance lending protocols. These changes represent a potential shift toward improved financial efficiency for DeFi platforms that integrate these capabilities. “Atom is designed to optimize liquidation timing, which in practice should increase DeFi protocol capital efficiency, reduce loss from missed liquidations, and expand lender fee revenue.” – RedStone Team, Official Announcement, RedStone The immediate effect of Atom’s deployment includes enhanced revenue generation capabilities for DeFi protocols. By redirecting MEV from validators to protocols, Atom could increase yields for lenders across Ethereum and other supported blockchains. This launch has significant implications for the financial dynamics in DeFi. Improved liquidity management and fee structures are anticipated as more protocols adapt Atom’s model, potentially reshaping profit distribution within these ecosystems. While Atom aims to revolutionize liquidation practices, its long-term impact remains under observation. No direct responses from key industry leaders have emerged in publicly indexed sources at this time. Insights suggest RedStone’s Atom could drive stronger economic frameworks in DeFi. If successful, this model could set a new standard for how MEV is leveraged within lending protocols, thus enhancing capital efficiency for engaged platforms.
RedStone Atom seeks to rewire DeFi’s broken liquidation game
For years, DeFi lending protocols lost millions to MEV bots and sluggish oracle updates. RedStone Atom is keen to flip that switch by enabling real-time liquidations and recapturing value that once vanished into validator mempools. The result could translate to a leaner, fairer, and more efficient system. Summary RedStone has launched Atom, a real-time oracle enabling instant liquidations and native MEV capture for DeFi lending protocols. The system replaces outdated oracle models with on-demand price updates and atomic MEV auctions, redirecting liquidation value to protocols. According to a press release shared with crypto.news on July 29, RedStone, the blockchain oracle for emerging decentralized finance assets, has launched RedStone Atom, a first-of-its-kind oracle designed to eliminate liquidation delays by allowing instant on-chain price updates. Unlike traditional oracles that push data at fixed intervals, RedStone Atom activates only when liquidations are imminent, letting protocols capture MEV that would otherwise leak to block builders and searchers. Already live on Unichain, the solution is set to expand to BNB Chain, Base, HyperEVM, and Berachain without requiring smart contract modifications. RedStone Atom’s DeFi liquidation playbook RedStone said its Atom solution can bridge the gap between price movement and protocol response. Instead of waiting for pre-scheduled price feeds or fixed deviation thresholds, it allows liquidators to trigger a real-time oracle update the moment a loan falls below its collateral threshold. This shift means protocols are no longer held hostage by stale data or forced to adopt overly conservative risk parameters to avoid being front-run. The mechanism can also help lending protocols safely raise loan-to-value ratios, improve capital efficiency, and execute faster than competitors. “Atom flips the liquidation model on its head. Instead of third parties profiting from user liquidations, protocols can now decide how that value is shared, whether through incentives, yield boosts, or borrower rewards,” Marcin Kaźmierczak, Co-Founder of RedStone, said. Additionally, RedStone claims its Atom solution can transform liquidation MEV, which has long been considered an unavoidable leak, into a controllable revenue stream for protocols. Per the statement, when a loan slips into unsafe territory, Atom triggers an on-demand price update and initiates an atomic MEV auction, all within 300 milliseconds. With this mechanism, liquidators can bid for the right to execute the transaction, with the winning bid paid directly to the protocol rather than extracted by validators. This shifts the economics dramatically, allowing protocols to potentially reinvest captured MEV into sustainability initiatives, like boosting supplier APYs or subsidizing borrowing costs, while users benefit from more competitive rates and higher capital efficiency. The broader implications are hard to overstate. By eliminating oracle lag, Atom could allow protocols to safely increase LTV ratios without compromising risk management, effectively unlocking billions in underutilized collateral. Meanwhile, the recaptured MEV, estimated at $500 million historically, introduces a novel revenue flywheel: the more liquidations a protocol processes, the more value it retains to reinvest in growth.
RedStone Brings Real-Time Liquidations and Native MEV Capture to Lending Protocols With Atom
The blockchain oracle company Redstone, which feeds data across hundreds of chains and rollups, has introduced a product designed to limit losses. It will be fueled by FastLane Labs’ Atlas, an execution abstraction protocol for securing on-chain apps. Instantaneous Results In a press release shared with CryptoPotato, Redstone, a modular oracle infrastructure for on-chain finance, announced the launch of Atom today, the first native liquidation intelligence oracle. The product introduces a new DeFi primitive by enhancing lending efficiency, enabling instant on-chain price updates, facilitating latency-free liquidations, and automating the capture of Maximal Extractable Value (MEV), all without requiring any code changes to the protocol. Traditionally, decentralized finance (DeFi) lending protocols rely on “push” oracles that update on-chain prices at predetermined intervals or when a predefined divergence occurs, i.e., a 0.4% change from the last update. During volatile markets, this leads to delays, missed liquidations, and lost revenue. To address this, protocols overcompensate with cautious risk parameters, lower Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratios, and higher liquidation thresholds, which ultimately reduce capital and yield opportunities. Atom will tackle this by enabling liquidators to trigger real-time price updates at every liquidation opportunity, rather than waiting for the oracle to update the prices. This native intelligence will make it possible to: Capture more liquidation opportunities Safely increase LTV ratios Deliver better risk-adjusted returns Retain MEV that would otherwise leak to third parties Liquidation MEV has been costly to DeFi protocols, as usually, this value is captured by validators or block builders that attempt to liquidate users during oracle lags as quickly as possible. Redstone’s new product will capture that value inside the oracle layer itself, routing it directly to the protocol, essentially allowing for a reinvestment of what was recovered into protocol revenue, yield enhancement, and lower interest rates or fees for borrowers. The Co-Founder of Redstone, Marcin Kaźmierczak, commented on the release: “On-chain lending is entering a new phase of competition, and protocols need innovative, yet reliable, infrastructure to stay ahead. Atom flips the liquidation model on its head. Instead of third parties profiting from user liquidations, protocols can now decide how that value is shared, whether through incentives, yield boosts, or borrower rewards.” The Power Under The Hood Atlas, an application-specific sequencer developed by FastLane Labs, powers the new product, making atomic MEV auctions a possibility. It’s triggered almost instantaneously once a liquidation condition is detected. Bidders compete amongst each other for the exclusive right to carry out the liquidation, and the winning bid is settled on-chain upon the price update. It’s functional across all Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chains, without requiring any off-chain functionality. By ingraining the MEV capture directly into the oracle layer, Atom introduces a new paradigm shift, moving beyond data delivery to enhance performance, capital efficiency, and sustainability.
SEC Chair Paul Atkins Signals Potential Support for Tokenization Innovation Including Solana Staking ETF
SEC Chair Paul Atkins signals a pivotal shift in US crypto regulation by embracing tokenization as a key innovation for market growth. Under Atkins’ leadership, the SEC is moving away from restrictive enforcement tactics toward clear, transparent guidelines that foster innovation in digital assets. According to a BTCTN report, Atkins emphasized the importance of providing a firm regulatory foundation to empower businesses to develop new tokenized products. SEC Chair Paul Atkins champions tokenization as a catalyst for innovation, advancing crypto regulation with clear guidelines and fostering market growth. SEC Embraces Tokenization as a Market Innovation Catalyst Since his appointment, SEC Chair Paul Atkins has articulated a transformative approach to cryptocurrency regulation, positioning tokenization as a vital innovation that can drive economic growth and market efficiency. This marks a departure from the previous administration’s more cautious stance, which often relied on ambiguous enforcement actions that stifled innovation. Atkins’ vision centers on creating a transparent regulatory environment that encourages businesses to explore tokenized assets while maintaining investor protection. This strategic pivot aligns with the SEC’s broader mission of facilitating capital formation and underscores the agency’s recognition of blockchain technology’s potential to reshape financial markets. Regulatory Clarity Spurs Institutional Interest in Tokenized Assets The SEC’s evolving stance has catalyzed significant momentum within the institutional sector, with major financial players actively exploring tokenization opportunities. For example, JPMorgan Chase’s Kinexys unit is pioneering the tokenization of carbon credits, collaborating with key industry partners to develop blockchain-based solutions that enhance transparency and liquidity in environmental markets. Additionally, the SEC’s recent approval of the first US crypto staking ETF for Solana (SOL) signals growing regulatory acceptance of innovative crypto investment vehicles. These developments demonstrate a tangible shift towards integrating tokenized assets into mainstream finance, supported by clearer regulatory frameworks that reduce uncertainty for investors and issuers alike. Tokenization Driving Real-World Asset Adoption and Market Expansion Tokenization is rapidly gaining traction as a mechanism to bridge traditional finance and blockchain technology, unlocking new avenues for asset liquidity and diversification. According to a RedStone report, the tokenized real-world asset (RWA) market exceeded $24 billion in value during the first half of the year, with private credit and US Treasurys comprising the majority of this growth. This trend reflects increasing demand for digital representations of tangible assets, which offer benefits such as fractional ownership, enhanced transparency, and streamlined settlement processes. The World Economic Forum has also highlighted tokenization’s potential to transform global finance by enabling more inclusive and efficient capital markets. SEC’s Strategic Initiatives Enhance Market Transparency and Innovation In line with Chair Atkins’ vision, the SEC has implemented several key initiatives to clarify regulatory expectations around digital assets. The Division of Corporation Finance’s updated guidance on company disclosures related to crypto assets provides issuers with clearer criteria for compliance, reducing ambiguity about which tokens qualify as securities. This regulatory clarity is crucial for fostering innovation while safeguarding market integrity. Furthermore, the SEC’s endorsement of crypto staking ETFs introduces new investment opportunities, allowing retail and institutional investors to participate in emerging crypto yield strategies within a regulated framework. These steps collectively reinforce the SEC’s commitment to balancing innovation with investor protection. Industry Outlook: Tokenization as a Cornerstone of Future Financial Infrastructure Looking ahead, tokenization is poised to become a foundational element of the evolving financial ecosystem. By enabling the digitization of diverse asset classes, tokenization facilitates greater market accessibility and operational efficiency. The SEC’s proactive regulatory approach under Chair Atkins is expected to accelerate this trend, encouraging innovation while ensuring compliance with established financial laws. Market participants are advised to monitor ongoing regulatory developments closely and consider how tokenization can enhance their strategic initiatives. Embracing this technology could unlock new revenue streams and competitive advantages in an increasingly digital economy. Conclusion SEC Chair Paul Atkins’ endorsement of tokenization represents a significant regulatory milestone that balances innovation with transparency and investor protection. By fostering a clear and supportive framework, the SEC is enabling businesses and financial institutions to harness the transformative potential of tokenized assets. This regulatory evolution not only promotes capital formation but also positions the United States as a leader in the global digital finance landscape. Stakeholders should remain engaged with regulatory updates and explore tokenization’s strategic benefits to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the crypto market. In Case You Missed It: Potential Approval of a Solana Staking ETF Could Signal New Opportunities for Regulated Crypto Investments
Robinhood Launches An L2 Blockchain For Stock Trading In Europe
Robinhood opens a new chapter in its history by launching its own layer 2 blockchain to offer tokenized stocks to European investors. This technological push places Europe at the heart of its crypto strategy: allowing investors from the Old Continent to trade American stocks 24/7, commission-free. A breakthrough that could well reshuffle the cards of traditional trading. Analysis. In brief Robinhood launches an L2 network on Arbitrum for trading tokenized stocks and ETFs in Europe. American securities will be available commission-free, 24/7, five days a week. Robinhood obtains its MiCA license to offer these services in 27 European countries. Robinhood stock jumps to a historic high after the announcement, fueled by its crypto ambitions. A technological revolution that propels Robinhood to new heights Robinhood has just reached a decisive milestone in modernizing financial markets. This Monday, the platform launched its own layer 2 blockchain on Arbitrum , allowing European investors to access more than 200 American stocks and ETFs in tokenized form. An innovation that goes far beyond a mere announcement: it redefines the rules of trading. The markets immediately welcomed this initiative. Robinhood stock climbed 11.25%, reaching an all-time high of $92.37 , a 148% increase since January. This surge illustrates investors’ confidence in the disruptive strategy adopted by the company. Thanks to its MiCA license, Robinhood can now operate in 27 European countries, providing a solid regulatory framework for its blockchain ambitions. But the real novelty lies in how the tokenized securities work: tradable without commission, 24/7 and 5 days a week, they break down the time and financial barriers of traditional markets. Europeans can now freely invest in American giants like Apple, Tesla, or Microsoft through a smooth, regulated Web3 interface… built for the future. A clear global crypto strategy Robinhood’s blockchain breakthrough did not come out of nowhere. It fits into an international expansion strategy started with the acquisition of Bitstamp for $200 million last June. This acquisition, focused on regulated and institutional crypto markets, already announced a turn towards a more integrated and tokenized finance. The launch of its own layer 2 blockchain on Arbitrum today is the realization of that vision. Analysts have taken note. Ed Engel at Compass Point raised his price target from $64 to $96, betting on increased revenue from margin trading. The tokenization of stocks indeed opens a still underexploited segment, but with considerable monetization prospects. During a demonstration, CEO Vlad Tenev conducted a live trade of tokenized OpenAI shares on Arbitrum, proving the robustness of the infrastructure. A successful operation marking the transition from theory to practice. A booming RWA market… and competition that’s organizing Meanwhile, Robinhood is diversifying its offer with perpetual futures contracts offering leverage up to 3x, in partnership with Bitstamp. A way to capture both small investors and more experienced traders. This positioning aligns with the rise of the tokenized real-world assets (RWA) market, which crossed $24 billion in June, according to RedStone. Yet tokenized stocks only represent about $400 million, highlighting enormous growth potential. Total value of tokenized real-world assets (excluding stablecoins) – Source: RWA.xyz. But Robinhood is not alone in this race. Gemini already offers tokenized MicroStrategy shares, while Kraken is developing its xStocks service on Solana for European investors. This buzz reflects a profound change in market structure. Faced with this dynamic, Robinhood is not just following the trend. It seeks to redefine the standards of digital trading, with a vision resolutely focused on interoperability, regulation, and global accessibility. Tokenization is no longer a technological gamble: it is a strategic tool. For Europe and global markets, the movement is underway, and Robinhood is on the front line.
Bolivians shift to digital assets as inflation issues persist
Bolivians have now started shifting to digital assets as issues tied to inflation in the country continue to rise. According to a report by the central bank in Bolivia, residents in the country are now embracing digital assets amid a rise in inflation and continuous US dollar shortages. The central bank report comes after a recent Reuters report citing that residents are now relying more on digital assets than the country’s currency. For instance, in the district of the Bolivian city of Cochabamba, some ATMs allow shoppers to swap their coins for digital assets, beauty salons offer discounts to customers if they pay in Bitcoin and people use Binance accounts to buy fried chicken. Bolivians embrace digital assets as inflation continues to rise The country has been facing a rising economic crisis , with its reserve of dollar near depletion, inflation at 40-year highs, and fuel shortages causing long lines at the pump. The country’s currency has also lost half its value on the black market since the beginning of the year, with the government holding the official exchange rate steady using artificial means. These events have pushed some Bolivians to crypto exchanges like Binance, digital assets like Bitcoin, and stablecoins like Tether as a hedge against inflation. While official data remains patchy and digital assets were banned in Bolivia until last year, the previous central bank figures showed transactions tied to digital assets at around $24 million in October. However, according to the new figures published by the central bank, transactions carried out using Electronic Payment Channels and Instrument for Virtual Assets (VA) rose more than 530% from about $46 million in the first half of 2024 to $294 million in the same period in 2025. “These tools have facilitated access to foreign currency transactions, including remittances, small purchases, and payments, benefiting micro and small business owners across various sectors, as well as families nationwide,” the bank said in a statement. Digital asset transactions were unbanned in June last year, and since that period, transaction volumes reached $430 million with more than 10,000 individual transactions recorded, the bank said. See also Institutional capital drives RWA market to record highs, new RedStone report The Bolivian government is also working on a comprehensive framework for financial technology companies, a move that aligns with the international standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) of Latin America. “This (crypto uptick) isn’t a sign of stability,” said former central bank head Jose Gabriel Espinoza. “It’s more a reflection of the deteriorating purchasing power of households.” Espinoza noted in a previous statement that daily USDT volumes are around $600,000, a fraction of the $18 to $22 million in the formal financial sector and the $12-$14 million in the black market. “While crypto is growing, it’s still a nascent market,” he said at the time. Binance has been the most popular platform for local users due to its low transfer fees and peer-to-peer trading features. The exchange has also not gone without its fair share of regulatory issues after it agreed to pay a fine of over $4.3 billion in 2023 after pleading guilty to violating anti-money laundering laws in the United States. In Cochabamba, some outlets allow users to pay using their Binance account or through a Bitcoin ATM linked to Blink, a wallet developed in El Salvador—which made Bitcoin legal tender in 2021. “If you go to the banks today, they don’t have dollars,” Unzueta said. He also explained how the ATMs work. “The idea is to move away from the piggy bank and instead use this technology.” See also Senate Banking Committee proposes principles for market structure legislation According to outlets accepting digital assets, they have been able to attract majorly younger customers, who prefer to hold digital assets compared to the elderly ones who prefer to hold cash. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino also hailed the rise in USDT usage in the country, noting that it could open the gates for stablecoin usage in the retail market. He shared a picture of goods being quoted in USDT alongside his statement. Cryptopolitan Academy: Want to grow your money in 2025? Learn how to do it with DeFi in our upcoming webclass. Save Your Spot
Strategy hit with five lawsuits over $6B Bitcoin losses
Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, is facing mounting legal pressure with at least five class-action suits accusing the company of security fraud. The accusations are based on its unrealized losses of $6 billion in its Bitcoin portfolio and accuse the corporation of not sufficiently disclosing risks to investors. According to the plaintiffs, the company issued untrue and misleading statements for 11 months, beginning in April 2024 and lasting until April 2025. The lawsuits allege that Strategy presented the Bitcoin volatility and the effects of the new accounting alteration in a weak manner. Investors contend that the failure to submit these risks led to a significant decline in share price. In the first case to be led by an investor, Abhey Parmar, he claims that the executives of Strategy Inc. had breached fiduciary duties and exaggerated the firm’s financial prospects. One of the main allegations is that CEO Phong Le and CFO Andrew Kang sold 31.5 million worth of the company before publicly announcing the changes in Bitcoin accounting. According to legal experts, this is common in large-scale class actions where law firms will bid to be appointed lead counsel. Stock gains amid legal scrutiny Strategy shares are up 28% year-to-date through all the legal headwinds, signaling continued investor confidence in its Bitcoin accumulation strategy. The firm now has 592,345 BTC worth more than $63 billion. Strategy has an average purchase price of $70,702 per coin, and Bitcoin is trading at $106,824, an unrealized gain of $21.3 billion, roughly a 51% gain. See also Wall Street sees stablecoins as trillion-dollar shortcut to kill banks and dominate payments The founder and chairman of Strategy, Michael Saylor, remained the largest individual shareholder. He owns close to 20 million shares as of the last SEC filing, which translates to approximately $7.8 billion using the current stock price of $389.50 per share. Other significant shareholders are Vanguard (8.55%), BlackRock (5.80%), Capital International Investors (5.80%), Susquehanna Securities (4.82%), and Jane Street Group (4.70%). Despite the growing scrutiny, the company has maintained the same long-term approach to Bitcoin, which involves frequent buy-ups no matter the market conditions, and it has new fiscal backing as a result. Strategy shares ( $MSTR ) are trading at $393.24 and have a market cap of $107.51 billion, a premium of 1.67x over its net asset value. Profit warning sparked filing surge The lawsuits continued to gain traction following revelations by Strategy in April that it was expected to report no profit on Q1, attributed to unrealized losses in Bitcoin. The company cautioned in an SEC filing that it “may not be able to regain profitability in future periods.” Strategy recorded a loss of $16.49 per share in Q1. The initial class action was filed on May 16 by Pomerantz LLP, followed by individual actions by Gross Law Firm, Bronstein Gewirtz Grossman, Kessler Topaz Meltzer Check, and Levi Korsinsky. The possibility of seeing numerous claims instead of a unified lawsuit indicates a clash of legal interests and confusion among the major stakeholders who should take the initiative. See also Institutional capital drives RWA market to record highs, new RedStone report So far, none of the top institutional holders of Strategy has attested to participating in any of the suits. The result may shape wider market attitudes toward corporate exposure and disclosure on Bitcoin, especially when insider trading allegations become material. Cryptopolitan Academy: Coming Soon - A New Way to Earn Passive Income with DeFi in 2025. Learn More
Analysts predict $30 trillion market cap for tokenized RWA by 2034
RedStone, risk-modeling firm Gauntlet, and analytics provider RWA.xyz project that the on-chain market for tokenized real-world assets (RWA) could reach as much as $30 trillion by 2034, according to a joint report from June 26. Researchers calculate that tokenized RWAs, excluding stablecoins, expanded from roughly $5 billion in 2022 to more than $24 billion by June 2025, an 85% year-over-year increase that positions the sector as crypto’s fastest-growing vertical after dollar-pegged tokens. Private credit drives the total with $14 billion outstanding, while tokenized US Treasury vehicles contribute about $7.5 billion, according to rwa.xyz dashboards embedded in the study. The report modeled several adoption curves and concluded that capturing 10 to 30% of global securities and alternative assets between 2030 and 2034 would bring the on-chain figure closer to the $16 trillion to $30 trillion range. Institutional demand, DeFi rails, and oracle design The report stated that BlackRock, JPMorgan, Franklin Templeton, and Apollo now issue production-scale funds on public blockchains, signaling that tokenization has progressed from proof of concept to live deployment in under two years. Yield-bearing Treasury tokens, rebasing share classes, and leveraged private credit loops on Morpho and Kamino demonstrate how decentralized finance (DeFi) rails create new distribution channels and liquidity venues for traditionally illiquid instruments. RedStone argued that accurate pricing hinges on oracle architectures that merge net-asset-value snapshots, regulatory attestations, and illiquidity discounts, a framework that departs from the real-time spot feeds common in DeFi. Roadmap to $30 trillion Gauntlet models indicated that private credit could surpass $250 billion on-chain once tokenized loan origination reaches 5% of the $3 trillion global market. In comparison, Treasury-bill tokens could exceed $1 trillion if asset managers allocate 2% of short-duration funds to blockchain rails. The authors forecasted that programmable compliance layers, such as Securitize’s sToken, and increasing regulatory clarity in the United States, Europe, and Asia would enable pension funds and insurers to allocate directly to tokenized products, broadening the addressable base beyond crypto-native capital. Reporting cadence RedStone plans to update the market-size tracker quarterly and add live oracle metrics for on-chain RWA indices. At the same time, Gauntlet will release risk-parameter adjustments for leveraged vaults tied to private credit pools. The consortium will host further briefings at the RWA Summit in Cannes on July 1, where it will publish granular inflow data and the methodology underpinning its $30 trillion upper-bound model. The report identified the current $24 billion footprint as roughly 0.006% of the $400 trillion in traditional assets but contends that institutional issuance velocity and programmable settlement advantages justify a $30 trillion scenario within nine years. The post Analysts predict $30 trillion market cap for tokenized RWA by 2034 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
RWAs hit $24b as private credit leads 2025 crypto growth, report shows
A report by RedStone shows that private credit is the main driver of growth in the real-world asset market. Tokenized real-world assets are one of the biggest trends in crypto this year. On Thursday, RedStone published a report on the state of on-chain finance in the first half of 2025. The report notes that RWAs have become one of the fastest-growing categories. RWAs reached an estimated value of more than $24 billion in June 2025, up from $5 to $10 billion in 2022. This growth was second only to stablecoins, which have seen even stronger performance during the same period. According to Marcin Kaźmierczak, Co-founder of RedStone, the primary driver behind this RWA growth is private credit. This refers to loans made outside the traditional banking system, often issued directly to private companies. “Private credit has emerged as the foundation for tokenization’s real-world impact. What we’re seeing now is institutional finance actively moving into blockchain—not just exploring, but deploying capital in meaningful ways and innovating with RWA looping strategies,” Marcin Kaźmierczak, RedStone. How RWAs change private credit Private credit loans were traditionally very illiquid, often subject to multi-year lockups. This meant lenders had to wait a long time to realize a profit. Still, their high yields, typically 8% to 12%, made them worthwhile. With RWAs, traders can sell these loans, giving them significantly more flexibility. In addition, these assets can be packaged into institutional-grade private credit funds, such as Apollo’s ACRED, making private credit more accessible to a broader range of investors. RWAs also make these assets programmable and composable. Institutions can now embed specific strategies, including automatic interest distribution or triggered liquidations. At the same time, tokenized assets can be integrated across various protocols, including as collateral. According to RedStone, this indicates that RWAs have matured for real-world applications—beyond early experiments with blockchain technology. Non-crypto-native institutions are now leveraging the technology to enhance their operations.
Spot Ethereum ETFs break record 19-day inflow streak with modest outflows
U.S.-based spot Ethereum ETFs saw their longest inflow streak to date come to an end on Friday, logging $2.2 million in net outflows as heightened geopolitical tensions led to a broad market downturn. The ETFs had seen 19 straight days of net positive inflows, beating the previous 18-day streak from late November to mid-December 2024, before Friday's reversal. Only two funds logged significant movement on Friday, according to SoSoValue data : Grayscale's Ethereum Mini Trust (ETH) logged $6.7 million in inflows, which was offset by Fidelity's Ethereum Fund (FETH) shedding $8.9 million. The inflow streak for spot ETH ETFs, which began on May 16, was marked by robust demand, including several days where the inflows outpaced those of spot Bitcoin ETFs. The streak brought the ETFs to their highest cumulative inflow value since the funds' launch in July of 2024; the funds now hold just over $10 billion in total net asset value. However, rising geopolitical tension in the Middle East, with Israel and Iran trading rocket fire, sent crypto markets downwards on Friday as investors fled risk assets, putting an end to the inflow streak and sparking $1.1 billion in crypto liquidations . The price of ETH is down about 8% over the past 48 hours, according to The Block's Ethereum Price page . One player helping to power ETH's rise is SharpLink gaming, which became the second-largest individual holder of ETH behind the Ethereum Foundation on Friday by purchasing $463 million worth of the cryptocurrency as part of an effort to grow its treasury strategy. Shares remained flat on Friday following the stock's 70% drop linked to a recent SEC filing from the company. BTC ETFs reach new peak Despite the price of Bitcoin dropping around 2% in the past 48 hours, spot Bitcoin ETFs logged $301.6 million worth of inflows on Friday, sending the funds to a new cumulative total net inflow peak of $45.6 billion, according to SoSoValue data . The inflows were led by industry leader BlackRock's IBIT fund, which logged $239.0 million worth of inflows on Friday. Fidelity's FBTC fund saw $25.2 million, with four other funds seeing less than $15 million in inflows. “Risk assets are experiencing classic flight-to-safety selling while commodities and safe havens surge,” Marcin Kazmierczak, Co-founder and COO at RedStone, told The Block Friday. “For now, volatility is the only certainty,” Kazmierczak added, referencing the escalating Middle East conflict.
Gold Surges While Bitcoin Slips as Iran Threatens Retaliation
Gold prices surged while Bitcoin (BTC) slipped sharply as escalating geopolitical tensions sent shockwaves through global markets. It suggests investors rush to traditional assets to hedge against financial losses, raising concerns about Bitcoin’s safe-haven status. Gold Approaches New Highs Amid Israel-Iran War Crypto markets crashed, recording liquidations reaching $1 billion after Israel’s latest attack on Iran. As of this writing, Bitcoin traded for $104,830, down nearly 3% in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) Price Performance. Source: BeInCrypto Similarly, the Ethereum price crashed 10% after the attack, exacerbating the liquidations. In contrast, gold is rising. It is approaching new highs as the precious metal attempts to reclaim its position as the go-to haven during geopolitical stress. “The deterioration of the geopolitical situation has caused a surge in gold prices,” stock analyst Mary noted. She emphasized that critical support levels are $3,420, $3,402, and $3,380. A break above $3,440 potentially opens up a move toward the $3,468–$3,493 range during the US session. As of this writing, gold was trading for $3,422. Gold price performance. Source: TradingView Gold price could extend higher as the Israel-Iran tension threatens to escalate. Notably, following Israel’s attack on Iran’s nuclear sites and military leadership, Iran warned of a “lethal” response. This will not be a mere demonstration of will or technological capability.This time, our response will be lethal. — Iran Military (@IRIran_Military) June 13, 2025 To make matters worse, the US and North Korea appear to be taking sides. On the one hand, North Korea reportedly pledged military support for Iran. The country is slamming Israel’s actions, which show the need for a military response. BREAKING — North Korea will provide Military Support to Iran. pic.twitter.com/xkFEFEVnGF — Pamphlets (@PamphletsY) June 13, 2025 Pamphlets, a USSR State-affiliated media, noted that according to North Korea’s President Kim Jong Un, this is an issue of freedom. Kim had previously called Israel a cancer and a threat to world peace. Notably, Iran is a member of the SCO, a mutual defense treaty that includes China and Russia. Against this backdrop, Beijing calls out the Israeli aggression on Iran as violating international law. On the other hand, the US appears to be siding with Israel, despite its vested interest in diplomacy. CNN reported that Trump said he does not want Israel to target Iran as negotiations on a potential nuclear deal continue. “I want to have an agreement with Iran. We’re fairly close to an agreement. … As long as I think there is an agreement, I don’t want them going in because that would blow it. Might help it, actually, but also could blow it,” CNN reported, citing Trump. Reports link political anchor Bret Baier to the assertion that Trump is backing Israel. BREAKING: Trump says the US will 'defend itself and Israel if Iran retaliates' — The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) June 13, 2025 This suggests that Trump may announce something different later today. Notwithstanding, Iran is committed to retaliating, raising the red flag of revenge. BREAKING: IRAN RAISES THE RED FLAG OF REVENGE…SHOULD WE BE WORRIED?! pic.twitter.com/hOpgJmyYg4 — Mister Crypto (@misterrcrypto) June 13, 2025 The red flag is associated with mourning and martyrdom in Shia Islam. However, following the 2020 US drone strike that killed General Qasem Soleimani, a prominent Iranian military leader, red flags were raised as a symbol of revenge. The practice is tied to the supreme leader’s calls for retribution. Safe Havens Revisited As Risk-Off Sentiment Dominates The mounting crisis has fueled a stark divergence in asset performance. Gold is soaring while crypto is bleeding. Analysts are warning traders to watch for signs of weakening bullish momentum. This is especially if Europe’s trading session fails to maintain strength. “The geopolitical situation is unstable, and brothers must strictly control the stop loss when trading independently,” analyst Mary warned. The sentiment shift, favoring gold relative to Bitcoin, aligns with recent remarks from Marcin Kazmierczak. The co-founder and COO of RedStone told BeInCrypto that Bitcoin may not be ready to replace gold or bonds as a haven. “With correlations ranging from -0.2 to 0.4, Bitcoin demonstrates a variable relationship with equities rather than providing the consistent negative correlation truly needed for effective portfolio protection,” Kazmierczak told BeInCrypto in the interview. He said Bitcoin can add diversity to a portfolio but will not reliably protect against market crashes. While some crypto proponents have argued that Bitcoin is digital gold, recent price action suggests it still behaves like a high-risk asset in acute uncertainty. As tensions escalate and markets react, the contrast between gold’s rise and Bitcoin’s retreat shapes new narratives around safe-haven assets. Investors are signaling a preference for the historical security of precious metals over the volatility of digital assets in times of crisis.
‘Volatility is the only certainty’: Analysts say on bitcoin dip after Israel-Iran tensions spark $1.1 billion in crypto liquidations
Israel’s preemptive airstrike on Iran reignited market uncertainty on Friday, prompting traders to seek downside protection, QCP Capital wrote in a June 13 update. Cryptocurrencies and U.S. equity futures declined following the news, while gold and oil climbed as investors rotated into traditional safe havens. The GMCI 30 Index fell more than 5% as altcoin dropped sharply and bitcoin briefly hit $103,802 on some exchanges, according to The Block's price page . “Risk assets are experiencing classic flight-to-safety selling while commodities and safe havens surge,” Marcin Kazmierczak, Co-founder and COO at RedStone, told The Block via email. He warned that further escalation or diplomatic breakthroughs would drive near-term volatility. “For now, volatility is the only certainty,” Kazmierczak added. Bitcoin had recovered to $105,000 at the time of writing, per The Block’s price page, but not before $1.1 billion in leveraged crypto positions were liquidated. Long positions accounted for roughly $1 billion of the total, with $441 million tied to bitcoin. The single largest liquidation — a BTC/USDT trade on Binance — was valued at $201.3 million, according to CoinGlass . Long-term view QCP Capital cautioned that prolonged conflict could trigger a global oil supply shock. CoinBureau founder Nic Puckrin echoed this, warning that Iran potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz — responsible for nearly 20% of global oil transit — could fuel risk-off sentiment and further impact crypto markets. “If this happens over the weekend, the market that trades 24/7 – crypto – will once again take the hit,” Puckrin said. Still, Dr. Kirill Kretov, a senior automation expert at CoinPanel, maintained that bitcoin’s long-term structure remains bullish. “Should we really care about the current price dip? Not really,” Kretov told The Block. The analyst said Friday’s pullback was within expected ranges of crypto volatility. He also suggested that large market participants may have used the negative news to push the price of bitcoin lower and accumulate at more favorable prices. “It’s a game of liquidity and positioning,” Kretov noted. CoinBureau's Puckrin agreed, adding that weakness in the U.S. dollar index (DXY), which recently set a three-year low below 100, may prove a more significant driver for bitcoin than Middle East tensions. “Over the long term, what matters most for Bitcoin isn’t geopolitics, it’s the US dollar index. It’s clear USD is only going in one direction, and Bitcoin typically goes in the opposite direction."
Solana price drops to $172 even as RWA integration accelerates DeFi evolution
RWA functionality could enable tokenised treasuries and synthetic ETFs. Oracle model uses on-demand data for improved cost efficiency. Key price support at $168, resistance at $178.50; outlook cautious. Solana is facing renewed pressure in the market as its native token, SOL, has dropped to $172.67 at the time of writing, down 1.26% in the last 24 hours and 3.58% over the past week. Source: CoinMarketCap Despite posting a strong monthly gain of 16.05%, the recent pullback comes as traders reassess short-term positioning across risk assets, especially in the altcoin segment. Still, behind the price action, important ecosystem changes are underway that could shape Solana’s long-term relevance, particularly the growing momentum around real-world asset (RWA) integration in decentralised finance (DeFi). RedStone, a modular oracle provider, has formally launched its support for Solana, enabling developers to feed off-chain data such as financial, commodity, and macroeconomic indices directly into smart contracts. As traditional and digital finance converge, this kind of infrastructure is increasingly seen as a prerequisite for sophisticated DeFi products that seek to mirror or interact with real-world markets. RedStone brings real-world market data to Solana smart contracts RedStone’s launch on Solana introduces a new layer of functionality to the network’s DeFi protocols. The oracle platform delivers price feeds and broader financial data through a unique “on-demand” model, which allows decentralised apps to pull data only when required, keeping costs low and performance high. This is particularly suited to Solana’s high-speed, low-fee environment. The oracle integration could enable the creation of tokenised treasuries, synthetic ETFs, and structured products that rely on real-world inputs—use cases previously limited by on-chain data constraints. With RWA products projected to grow significantly as institutional investors look for blockchain-native representations of familiar assets, Solana’s inclusion in this ecosystem could increase its appeal among developers and financial players alike. DeFi ecosystem may benefit from RWA demand The real-world asset trend is picking up across several Layer 1 chains, with Ethereum and Avalanche previously leading the charge. However, Solana’s growing developer base and infrastructure upgrades make it well-positioned to compete in this arena. Its ecosystem already includes lending platforms, decentralised exchanges, and yield aggregators that can now incorporate external data streams for enhanced offerings. This opens the door for dynamic interest rates based on treasury yields, derivatives tied to commodity prices, and more complex instruments that mimic TradFi structures, giving institutional players a familiar risk framework within a decentralised context. The integration also aligns with Solana’s broader mission to offer scalability without compromising on functionality. Price outlook cautious as SOL clings to support Despite the promising technical upgrades, market participants are watching SOL’s near-term price action closely. After rallying earlier this month, the token has encountered resistance near the $178.50 level and is now hovering just above a key support band at $168.00–$170.00. The 9-period simple moving average (SMA) currently aligns with $172.50, which has become a short-term pivot. A sustained move below this level could invalidate the bullish bias and expose the asset to further declines toward $160.00. On the upside, a break above $178.50 could prompt a retest of $185.00 to $190.00, though momentum indicators suggest buyers may need stronger catalysts. Traders are increasingly cautious as macroeconomic uncertainty and a modest decline in daily trading volume—$3.66 billion at present—point to thinning conviction in the short term. However, long-term participants continue to watch Solana’s ecosystem development, particularly how it evolves around RWA functionality.
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