#XRP is now available on #Solana through a wrapped version #wXRP , enabling holders to access decentralized finance applications without selling their tokens.
The integration, supported by Hex Trust and LayerZero, allows XRP to be used across trading, liquidity, and yield platforms within the Solana ecosystem.
#Kelp has paused its #rsETH smart contracts after a cyberattack drained about $293 million from the platform. The exploit targeted a bridge-related component used to manage the restaking token.
According to Cyvers, the incident triggered wider disruption across multiple protocols, with at least nine platforms taking precautionary measures, including freezing related markets.
RaveDAO denies role in token volatility as exchanges investigate
#RaveDAO has denied involvement in the sharp rise and subsequent drop of its $RAVE token, following allegations of market manipulation. The token surged rapidly before losing most of its value within days.
Major exchanges including #Binance and #Bitget have launched investigations into trading activity. Meanwhile, blockchain investigator ZachXBT raised concerns over concentrated token holdings and unusual transaction patterns.
#Alcoa is close to selling its inactive Massena East smelter in New York to #NYDIG , as industrial sites are increasingly repurposed for digital infrastructure.
The facility, shut down in 2014, offers existing power connections and access to hydropower, making it suitable for energy-intensive operations like Bitcoin mining and data centers. The deal is expected to close later this year.
World expands World ID with new integrations and features
#World has released a major upgrade to its #WorldID system, introducing new features and integrations across platforms such as #Tinder and #Zoom .
The update includes a dedicated app for managing identity credentials, tools for verifying users as real individuals, and new applications like ticketing services. Additional features aim to improve security through mechanisms such as key rotation and session management.
Circle launches $USDC bridge for cross-chain transfers
#Circle has introduced #USDC Bridge, a tool for transferring USDC between blockchains using its Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol.
The system uses a burn-and-mint process to move native USDC across networks, avoiding wrapped versions of the token. The feature aims to provide clearer fees and transaction tracking while supporting transfers across multiple blockchain ecosystems.