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In a statement on X, DeGods co-founder Frank DeGods – real name Rohun Vora – has announced that he is stepping down as CEO, with pseudonymous co-founder @0x_chill and @pastagotsauce taking over the role.Frank remarked that he’s “excited to hand the reigns to the team”, noting that “my chapter is closing, but the story isn’t over”. In a reflective moment, he would go on to state that “maybe we’ll look back at this fixation on “frank degods” as the thing that was holding us back”.The former CEO also clarified that he is not “on the run”, and that “there are…

Pepe Coin price continued its strong rally on Monday, reaching its highest level since January. Pepe (PEPE), the third-biggest meme coin after Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB), jumped to a high of $0.00001535, up 180% from its lowest level this year. The rally occurred as its 24-hour trading volume surged to over $3.2 billion, higher than the combined volumes of Shiba Inu, Official Trump, and Bonk. It also rose as demand in the futures market gained momentum, with open interest hitting a record high of over $662 million. This marks a significant increase from the March low of $165…

The cryptocurrency market continues to captivate investors worldwide, with a total market capitalization of approximately $3.51 trillion as of May 12, 2025. Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and XRP remain at the forefront of investor attention, alongside other large-cap cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin Remains Stable Near $105kBitcoin, the flagship cryptocurrency, is trading at around $106,000, up 2% on the day. Its market dominance stands at 59.6%, underscoring its pivotal role in dictating market sentiment. The momentum is driven by optimism around macroeconomic developments and U.S. policy shifts, including discussions of a strategic Bitcoin reserve.Source: CoinGeckoHowever, Bitcoin has since pulled back, with analysts noting low…

Uniswap has reached a new milestone by becoming the first decentralized exchange to hit $3 trillion in total trading volume. Hayden Adams, the founder of Uniswap, shared the benchmark on May 12 in post on X. He thanked users for their participation and hinted at bigger goals in the future. Hayden attached an infographic from a Dune Analytics dashboard showing just how far the platform has come.  Uniswap is the first DEX to $3T volume 🦄Bet its the first to 10Grateful to everyone who swapped along the way as we decentralize the global finance system 🌐 pic.twitter.com/945Ab0Jpsl— Hayden Adams 🦄…

GOAT rallied to as high as 71% today after it secured a listing on Binance Alpha, paving the way for a potential future listing on the main exchange. According to data from crypto.news, Solana-based memecoin Goatseus Maximus (GOAT) soared to an intraday high of $0.248, its highest level since Jan. 25, and up nearly 600% from last month’s low. The surge came alongside a massive 178% spike in trading volume, with nearly $373 million worth of GOAT traded in 24 hours. There are three main catalysts driving GOAT crypto’s gains today. First, GOAT was recently added to the Binance Alpha…

Moo Deng crypto has skyrocketed by more than 114% following its recent listing on Binance Alpha. The meme coin has been on an ongoing rally since mid-May with a spike in futures open interest. According to data on crypto.news, the Solana (SOL)-based token featuring the viral Thai pygmy hippo Moo Deng (MOODENG) has soared as high as $0.28 in the past 24 hours. At press time, the token has gone up by 114.3% in the past day. The meme coin is currently trading hands at a price of $0.267. However, it is still around 60% shy of its previous all-time…

On May 12, 2025, Metaplanet Inc., a Tokyo-based investment firm often referred to as “Asia’s MicroStrategy,” announced the acquisition of 1,241 Bitcoin (BTC) for ¥18.42 billion (approximately $126.7 million). This latest purchase elevates Metaplanet’s total Bitcoin holdings to 6,796 BTC, surpassing El Salvador’s national reserves of 5,995 BTC, which were valued at $562 million as of December 2024. *Metaplanet Acquires Additional 1,241 $BTC* pic.twitter.com/zrJYzaZJq6— Metaplanet Inc. (@Metaplanet_JP) May 12, 2025Metaplanet Surpasses El Salvador’s HoldingsMetaplanet’s official notice detailed that the 1,241 BTC was acquired at an average price of $102,119 per Bitcoin, contributing to a cumulative investment of $608.2 million across its entire…

Three Florida teenagers are facing charges of kidnapping, robbery, and extortion after allegedly abducting a man at gunpoint and stealing $4 million in crypto and non-fungible tokens. According to local media, two of the suspects, both 16 years old from Pasco County, Florida, are being tried as adults, with one held on $4 million bail and the other placed under house arrest with electronic monitoring. A third teen reportedly fled the country and remains at large. The trio allegedly ambushed the victim in November after he was returning home from hosting a crypto event in Downtown Las Vegas, before driving…

DOGE breakout signals brewing altseason Historically, Dogecoin has been a reliable early indicator of altseason – and the latest breakout from its multi-month downtrend has revived that narrative. Source: X As shown in Ash Crypto’s chart, DOGE’s price is mimicking its 2024 surge, breaking resistance within a rising wedge while the TOTAL2 index shows a similar setup. Both charts now flash bullish reversals. If DOGE’s rally sustains, it could ignite broader altcoin momentum, as risk appetite spills into mid- and low-cap assets. DOGE price outlook DOGE was trading at $0.2482 after a 7% daily gain at press time, maintaining strong…

Blockchain founders across Latin America, Europe, and other regions often face significant hurdles in securing funding and strategic guidance. Tritemius Fund FCRE I, based in Madrid, directly addresses this gap by offering not only capital but also mentorship, regulatory access, and support for global market entry, key resources that are often lacking for early-stage blockchain startupsLaunched with €21 million in initial funding, Tritemius Fund FCRE I is Spain’s first regulated venture capital vehicle focused exclusively on Web3 and blockchain innovation. The fund is advised by Tritemius Capital, a firm dedicated to fueling the Web3 revolution, while Abante, a leading Spanish…