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Introduction
Plume is the first RWAfi L1 EVM network focused on crypto natives. We build infrastructure to make it easy to connect the real world and the crypto markets. We go against the traditional view of RWAs by changing its definition – it’s not just TradFi onchain but instead building net new crypto-first RWA use cases to the market including things like RWA derivatives/speculation, borrow/lend, yield farming, and more.
TrueNorth, an AI-driven crypto discovery platform, has secured $1 million in strategic angel funding, attracting support from prominent figures in the blockchain and investment sectors. Backers include the founders of LayerZero, SEI, Selini Capital, Plume, Virtuals, and Presto Labs, underscoring strong industry confidence in the project’s vision for the future of crypto investing. Founders of LayerZero, SEI, Selini Capital, and Plume back hyper-personalized AI crypto discovery engine @get_truenorth https://t.co/VXczZ2ZWdH — Chainwire (@ChainwirePR) June 9, 2025 TrueNorth was co-founded by Willy Chuang, former COO of the hybrid CeFi/DeFi exchange WOO, and Alex Lee, a PhD in AI and a former tech investor at Temasek. The platform aims to revolutionize how investors discover and act on crypto opportunities by leveraging autonomous AI agents. These agents continuously scan blockchain networks, social media, and macroeconomic data to deliver real-time, tailored insights based on each user’s portfolio, trading style, and behaviour. “Our goal is to cut through the noise in an increasingly complex market,” said Chuang. “TrueNorth’s generative user interface adapts in real time, providing evolving insights that help users make faster, more confident decisions.” The funding round drew participation from notable industry leaders, including Bryan Pellegrino (LayerZero), Jeff Feng (SEI), Jordi Alexander (Selini Capital), and Yongjin (Presto Labs), among others. These investors share a belief in the transformative potential of AI for crypto trading, particularly in areas like interoperability, algorithmic strategies, and infrastructure innovation. Currently, TrueNorth is in closed beta, collaborating with its first 500 early users—dubbed “Truthsayers”—to refine its agentic workflows and user experience. The team plans to reveal more about its advanced architecture and agent frameworks ahead of a public launch, aiming to deliver smarter, hyper-personalized discovery tools to the broader crypto community. Notably, XY Finance, a known entity in the realm of cross-chain infrastructure, has launched SuperIntent. SuperIntent is being presented as the first omnichain AI crypto super app designed to simplify investing in decentralized finance (DeFi) by offering AI-driven insights and strategy execution across various blockchain networks. If you want to read more news articles like this, visit DeFi Planet and follow us on Twitter , LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , and CoinMarketCap Community . “Take control of your crypto portfolio with MARKETS PRO, DeFi Planet’s suite of analytics tools.”
TrueNorth, backed by several prominent founders and venture capital firms, is building AI agents to help users discover new crypto tokens. Finding promising crypto projects remains a challenge for both new and experienced traders. On Monday, June 9, the founders of LayerZero, SEI, Selini Capital, Virtuals, Plume, and Presto Labs announced backing an AI project for crypto discovery. https://twitter.com/get_truenorth/status/1932035946616172687 The project, founded by WOO COO Willy Chuang and ex-Temasek AI tech investor Alex Lee, raised $1 million to develop its AI engine. According to Chuang, the engine will enable hyper-personalized information, which is only possible with generative AI. “We see true AI agents becoming the foundation for how people invest in crypto for the future. The market is only getting more complex, and our goal is to cut through the noise with a hyper-personalized engine powered by a generative user interface (known as Gen UI) that adapts to each user’s style and behavior in real-time,” Willy Chuang, TrueNorth. Crypto trading needs to be simplified: Chuang Chuang explained that TrueNorth’s vision is to have complex, multi-layered AI models running in the background. Using reinforcement learning, these models aim to come “infinitely closer” to transforming a user’s intent into actionable outcomes. “Having led crypto exchanges and worked closely with a broad range of traders and investors, I’ve seen how fragmented data and constant noise creates friction in decision-making. TrueNorth is built to simplify this, delivering personalized insights that evolve with each user so they can move faster with more confidence,” Chuang, TrueNorth. Still, the announcement comes amid growing skepticism around AI capabilities. Just days earlier, Apple published a research paper questioning the ability of large language models to solve complex problems. While many popular LLMs do well in solving simple tasks, all of them completely break down when it comes to solving complex problems.
Key Points: Rooster Protocol mainnet launch boosts RWA finance infrastructure. Over 50 dApps are already integrated post-launch. $PLUME token set for increased utility post-launch. Rooster Protocol Launches on Plume Mainnet for RWA Liquidity The Rooster Protocol has officially launched on the Plume mainnet, marking a significant step in enhancing real-world asset liquidity in the blockchain sector . Major Launch Impact The launch is pivotal due to its potential to transform the landscape for institutional investors seeking tangible yield-bearing assets through enhanced liquidity infrastructure. The launch of the Rooster Protocol on the Plume mainnet signifies a collaborative effort involving major entities. Rooster Protocol Team and Plume partners, including DeFi projects like Origin Protocol , coordinated this launch. The $PLUME token’s implementation is already reflecting increased utility-driven demand within the ecosystem. This project aims to amplify the connectivity between DeFi platforms and real-world assets, offering extensive liquidity pools and composability benefits. The launch supports over 20 RWA tokens, enabling cross-chain interoperability . Institutional capital backing has helped accelerate progress, as showcased by the Genesis initiative’s $150 million funding. “Plume Genesis represents a critical inflection point for RWA distribution and institutional access. With global regulatory headwinds for crypto ceasing, for the first time, institutions can safely access tangible yield-bearing assets at scale. As these assets become a key focal point for regulators, we’re building the infrastructure to make them a bridge to mainstream adoption.” — Teddy Pornprinya, Co-founder and CBO, Plume The launch results in immediate effects on blockchain liquidity and integration prospects, assisting greater institutional access to yield-bearing assets. These shifts can significantly alter how traditional financial products engage with blockchain technology. Potential outcomes from the Rooster Protocol launch entail greater interaction between DeFi ecosystems and traditional finance systems. Historical trends show increased liquidity and value for native tokens post similar launches, reinforcing readiness for regulatory adoption.
According to Jinse Finance, the core RWA decentralized trading platform Rooster Protocol has now been officially deployed on the Plume mainnet. This protocol aims to provide core infrastructure for RWA asset liquidity within the Plume ecosystem. Rooster Protocol innovatively integrates Maverick Protocol's automated market maker (AMM) technology, creating a highly composable DeFi-native framework for RWA assets. Its core objective is to significantly enhance the liquidity depth of RWA assets and efficiently bridge the full potential of traditional finance (TradFi) and RWA financialization (RWAFi). Currently, Rooster Protocol has achieved extensive ecosystem integration: • Asset side: Supports over 20 RWA tokens, including Nest's nALPHA and music copyright RECORD. • Lending platforms: Integrates native lending protocols of the Plume ecosystem, including Solera and Mystic. • Cross-chain interoperability: Seamlessly connects with leading cross-chain solutions such as Debridge, Enso, and Rhino.fi. • Leading DeFi applications: Attracts well-known DeFi projects like Origin Protocol and Midas to join, deploying their RWAFi strategies within the Plume ecosystem through Rooster. This launch marks a strategic step forward for the Plume ecosystem in building institutional-grade RWA liquidity and promoting large-scale RWAFi applications.
On June 8, the core RWA decentralized trading platform Rooster Protocol has been officially deployed to the Plume mainnet. This protocol aims to provide core infrastructure for RWA asset liquidity in the Plume ecosystem. Rooster Protocol innovatively integrates Maverick Protocol's Automated Market Maker (AMM) technology to build a highly composable DeFi-native framework for RWA assets. Its core goal is to significantly enhance the liquidity depth of RWA assets and efficiently bridge the full potential of traditional finance (TradFi) and RWA financialization (RWAFi). Currently, Rooster Protocol has achieved extensive ecosystem integration: • Asset side: Supports over 20 types of RWA tokens, including Nest's nALPHA and music copyright RECORD. • Lending platforms: Integrates native lending protocols of the Plume ecosystem, including Solera and Mystic. • Cross-chain interoperability: Seamlessly connects with leading cross-chain solutions such as Debridge, Enso, and Rhino.fi. • Leading DeFi applications: Attracts well-known DeFi projects like Origin Protocol and Midas to join, deploying their RWAFi strategies in the Plume ecosystem through Rooster. This launch marks a strategic step forward for the Plume ecosystem in building institutional-grade RWA liquidity and promoting large-scale RWAFi applications.
YZi Labs led OneKey’s $150M Series B to boost global crypto self-custody and wallet security. The funds will support new hardware, threat detection upgrades, and global market expansion. OneKey offers open-source hardware wallets that help users self-custody assets and avoid risks. YZi Labs has announced a major investment in OneKey, a leading open-source hardware wallet provider. The $150 million Series B round aims to strengthen crypto asset protection, improve threat detection, and expand global access to self-custody. Founded in 2019, OneKey specializes in providing affordable security tools for crypto users worldwide. The company allows users to use open-source wallets, which are backed by on-chain security measures. They are designed to protect users against errors in transaction decoding and security problems with online storage. OneKey has grown steadily across China, Japan, South Korea, Dubai, and Italy. Its user base and wallet sales have seen sharp growth, with secured asset value increasing 11 times in the past three years. The company’s interface supports multiple languages and is widely recognized in Asia, Australia, Brazil, and parts of Europe. Its recent Earn module, based on USDC, attracted $62 million in subscriptions shortly after its release. This signaled strong demand from high-net-worth users. CEO Yishi Wang said OneKey’s goal is to build an on-chain private wealth platform. He also hinted at plans for yield products and structured asset tools. The new funding will be allocated toward developing advanced hardware and enhancing contract analysis and threat detection systems. The approach will play a role in increasing the number of OneKey users in the U.S., Europe, and emerging markets. Wang added that the aim is to make the stack safe and transparent for long-term crypto adoption. He emphasized the need for open tools and wide access to self-custody. The OneKey Anzen lab plays a key role in the company’s roadmap. Its team researches security flaws by testing and breaking wallet hardware. This helps strengthen product design before market rollout. Related: YZi Labs Invests in Plume to Boost Real-World Asset Network OneKey’s leadership includes talent from companies like ByteDance, DJI, and OPPO. These experienced developers are now focused on security and the adoption of decentralized wallets. Investment Director Nicola Wang of YZi Labs praised OneKey’s focus on detail, transparency and product quality. She said the team impressed investors with its community-first approach and long-term vision. YZi Labs manages more than $10 billion worth of assets. It has executed more than 300 projects in 25 different countries. OneKey will utilize the investment to further its open-source mission and provide institutional-grade security to all crypto holders. The post YZi Labs Backs OneKey in $150M Crypto Security Push appeared first on Cryptotale.
Plume Network, the RWA tokenization startup backed by Haun Ventures and Apollo Global, said Thursday its mainnet is launching with $150 million in real-world assets onchain, the company said. The project is hoping to carve out a position among the top firms leaning into tokenization, including Securitize, Tradable, and Ondo, and diversify the growing RWA sector. The total RWA market is currently sized at over $23 billion , according to RWA.xyz. So far, private credit, U.S. Treasurys, and commodities appear to be the most popular traditional assets moving onchain. Plume aims to bring billions of dollars of RWAs onchain including assets as diverse as solar farms, Medicaid claims, mineral rights, consumer credit, corporate debt, and more. "RWAfi reimagines real world assets as composable, yield-bearing primitives that behave like crypto," Plume co-founder and CEO Chris Yin said in a statement. "By introducing new DeFi use cases to institutional-grade assets, we’re making RWAs as easy to use as any other crypto asset." Plume is a modular, Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible Layer 2 network. The protocol supports "institutional-backed vaults" called Nest vaults that enable users to permissionlessly stake stablecoins and "establish positions in fully liquid and rigorously audited global assets," the team noted. By staking assets in Nest vaults, users receive yield-bearing, composable RWA tokens that can be further collateralized on lending protocols or used to borrow additional revenue-generating stablecoins — a process known as "looping." A company spokesperson told The Block that Plume's testnet had roughly 280 million transactions over eight weeks. Apollo Global invests Plume raised $10 million in a seed funding round led by Haun Ventures and a $20 million Series A with participation from Brevan Howard and Galaxy. In April, alternative asset manager Apollo Global made a "seven-figure" strategic investment in Plume. YZi Labs, the family office spun out of Binance's venture unit, has also backed the startup. "The ecosystem includes a large constellation of RWAfi-native and blue-chip DeFi applications including Morpho, Curve, Orderly, Matrixdock, Lorenzo, Rooster, Solera, and Mystic, among others," according to a statement. In February, Plume partnered with Latin American trading platform Mercado Bitcoin to tokenize $40 million worth of Brazilian assets.
Plume Network launched its mainnet, bringing all the functionality of DeFi to real-world assets. The mainnet launch follows an Alpha phase that saw over $150 million in real-world asset capital deployed on-chain, according to the company. Plume is bridging DeFi and RWAs. On June 5, Plume Network announced the debut of its Plume Genesis mainnet, a dedicated RWAfi blockchain built to enable DeFi composability with tokenized real-world assets. According to the project, the network will allow RWAs to interact seamlessly with DeFi protocols. According to the project, the network will allow RWAs to interact seamlessly with DeFi protocols. Plume says over 200 projects are building on the network, including Morpho, Curve, Matrixdock, and others. “RWAfi reimagines real world assets as composable, yield-bearing primitives that behave like crypto,” commented Chris Yin, co-founder and CEO of Plume. “By introducing new DeFi use cases to institutional-grade assets, we’re making RWAs as easy to use as any other crypto asset.” Plume’s flagship protocol Nest demonstrates how users can stake stablecoins into institutional-backed vaults and receive yield-bearing RWA tokens in return. Nest is an on-chain protocol that lets users permissionlessly stake stablecoins. In return, users receive yield-bearing RWAs, which can then be used as collateral to borrow additional stablecoins. The Plume mainnet will also support yield-bearing RWAfi assets, reward mechanisms, and various other DeFi incentives. Additionally, Plume announced plans to introduce alternative asset classes to the platform, including fine art, precious metals, trading cards, and even uranium. Clarified regulatory context driving launch timing According to Plume co-founder and CBO Teddy Pornprinya, the timing of the launch reflects improving regulatory clarity around tokenized assets. The goal is to provide these assets with the same DeFi functionality available to native crypto assets, enabling users to lend, stake, or farm RWAs on-chain. “With global regulatory headwinds for crypto ceasing, for the first time, institutions can safely access tangible yield-bearing assets at scale. As these assets become a key focal point for regulators, we’re building the infrastructure to make them a bridge to mainstream adoption,” Teddy Pornprinya, Plume. Plume also stated that it is actively engaging with policymakers in the U.S. and internationally to support regulatory alignment. The company noted meetings with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as regulatory officials in Europe and the United Arab Emirates.
In a sad occurrence, Eugene Shen, co-founder of the RWA project Plume, reportedly passed away this week. However, this announcement prompted a major PLUME token dump, splitting the community with acrimonious accusations. Some skeptics wondered if Plume was a scam or if this death announcement was some sort of hoax. Others deplored these accusations and token dumps, professing support for the company. Regardless, it has been a bizarre market reaction to an unfortunate, tragic event. Massive PLUME Token Dumps Plume, an RWA onboarding blockchain firm, has attracted considerable attention since YZi Labs invested in it this March. Over the last week, the company’s PLUME asset fell by 18%, and users began reporting a token dump today. The firm announced the death of Plume co-founder Eugene Shen, presumably establishing a reason for this price action: It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of a tragic loss within our company. Earlier this week, we lost our cofounder and dear friend, Eugene. We’re in shock. Eugene was brilliant, deeply curious, and brought so much talent and heart to everything he did. Our thoughts are… — Plume – RWAfi Chain (@plumenetwork) May 29, 2025 Plume’s announcement didn’t specify a date or cause of Shen’s death, only that it took place last week. Still, this immediately clarified the PLUME token dump for some users, many of whom strongly condemned investors’ behavior. Although PLUME had already been falling for several days, it experienced an additional 7.4% crash and a 145% increase in trading volume today. Presumably, Shen’s death caused today’s price actions. PLUME Trading Volume and Price Performance. Source: CoinMarketCap However, alternate narratives also began circulating, even if they remained a minority position. Why did the price drop begin days ago? It appears that several token holders are calling PLUME a scam token and the co-founder’s death a hoax. Yet, these claims have no evidence and show a rather unsettling display of public empathy. Sad story:Bought $Plume 5 months ago at $0.13 with a 2B circulating supply Didn’t sell at x2 ATHNow it’s dipping hard after a 433M token unlock and the death of a team member—right before mainnet launchTime to exit before they announce the death of @chriseyin or @teddyP_xyz https://t.co/qIGIqrhHch pic.twitter.com/kQcY6r7xki — Gainz (@0x03soL) May 29, 2025 Even if this was not a popular position, this jarring cynicism still shocked the crypto community. Sure, crypto scams are rampant right now, but would PLUME really fake someone’s death to dump tokens? Defenders immediately began noting all Plume’s major investors, claiming that the company has a clear history and market presence. This bizarre incident only highlights a rather hidden ugliness in the crypto community. Perhaps MANTRA’s fall damaged investor confidence for the entire RWA market, or maybe users are just growing tired of scams. It’s bad enough that PLUME users dumped their tokens after a team member’s death, but it’s far more concerning that some people think it’s all a scam.
Key Takeaways: Main event, leadership changes, market impact, financial shifts, or expert insights. Eugene’s passing prompts Plume team commitment. No immediate market fluctuation reported. Plume Co-Founder Eugene’s Sudden Passing Announced Eugene, a co-founder of the decentralized blockchain protocol Plume, tragically passed away earlier this week. The announcement was made via Binance Square , where the Plume team promised to uphold Eugene’s vision for their innovative project. Plume’s declaration about Eugene’s passing emphasizes the importance of continuity in leadership. The team’s commitment to his vision is significant for maintaining community confidence and project stability. The Plume team reported Eugene’s passing on Binance Square, underlining their resolve to carry on his objectives. Eugene played a pivotal role in co-founding Plume, and the team is now tasked with maintaining the project’s direction. “The surviving Plume team committed to carrying forward Eugene’s vision for the project.” – Plume Team, Official Communication, Binance Square While Eugene’s death is a profound loss for the leadership, no immediate market impact from the event was detailed in primary sources. The Plume project operates within a wider cryptocurrency ecosystem, where stability is critical. Though no regulatory changes are noted, Eugene’s absence may pose challenges, particularly regarding strategic decision-making. Continuous monitoring of Plume’s progress through its official channels is advised. Future outcomes could see altered investment behaviors or project shifts due to the loss of a key leader. Specific changes remain unclear; ongoing assessments will be integral to understanding the broader implications for the blockchain community.
According to official news, Eugene, the co-founder of Plume Network, unfortunately passed away earlier this week. The Plume team stated that Eugene was a talented and inquisitive individual who dedicated a lot of effort to the project. The team is currently supporting each other through this difficult time. Plume expressed their commitment to continue advancing the technology Eugene was involved in developing, promoting innovation and development on the chain.
The decentralized AI verification network Mira recently released an ecosystem map, covering over 25 partners across six vertical fields. The map shows that open-source projects like Wikisentry and Kaito-Tok use Mira for content verification; Agent frameworks such as SendAI, Zerepy, and Arc integrate its API to provide reliability assurance for agents; it also includes protocol layer projects like Plume and Monad that access Mira's verification services for their network. Mira stated that these partners have either deployed its decentralized verification technology or provide underlying support for Mira's trust layer.
Key Points: Launch of Galxe’s Starboard platform enhances Web3 engagement. Significant funding pool allocated for user incentives. Increased participation expected in Web3 space. Galxe Initiates Starboard for Web3 User Incentives Galxe has launched Starboard , a new Web3 user incentive platform, on May 28, 2025. The project involves over $5 million in funding from over 20 leading Web3 projects. The launch of the Starboard platform by Galxe represents a significant advancement in Web3 community infrastructure, with over $5 million allocated for rewards. Collaborative efforts from notable projects, such as Plume and 0G Labs, emphasize a focus on multi-chain integration. In launching Starboard, Galxe partners with key players like Plume, which allocated $450,000, and 0G Labs, contributing over $100,000. The initiative is aimed at strengthening Web3 user engagement through effective incentivization strategies. “Galxe is the driving force behind Starboard, its latest community-building and analytics tool designed to quantify and reward user-generated content and participation in Web3.” – Galxe Leadership, Galxe ( Source ) The market anticipates increased activity and staking within associated protocols. Historically, such platform launches result in heightened engagement and activity levels, impacting both the Web3 space and broader market sectors. This strategic launch highlights potential financial implications for involved tokens, including GAL, and reinforces the trend of innovative, user-centric projects. With the mainnet launch scheduled for Q4 2025, significant technological outcomes are anticipated. The ongoing development drives community participation and utilizes a robust funding pool to optimize user interaction within the Web3 ecosystem. Galxe’s Starboard initiative is expected to drive significant interaction levels. The focus on user-centric innovations could stimulate new growth across the crypto landscape, encouraging increased funding and collaborative projects.
Last week, the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force intensified studies on how public blockchain technology can support the issuance and trading of tokenized securities. The group held separate meetings with Nasdaq, Plume Network, and Etherealize on how securities can be issued and traded on public blockchains. All three meetings resulted in the suggestion of the concept of a regulatory sandbox. Nasdaq presses for digital asset-friendly venues According to the log from a May 21 meeting, Nasdaq executives urged the Task Force to let tokenized shares, bonds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remain subject to existing registration rules. Additionally, they asked for authorization for a new “ATS-Digital” venue where firms can list digital asset investment contracts alongside commodity-style tokens. The exchange operator also asked regulators to create a joint safe harbor with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for assets whose status is uncertain. This idea, often called a “regulatory sandbox,” would allow issuers to self-certify classifications while meeting light-touch disclosure standards. In April, SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda signaled support for such an effort. Nasdaq added that tokenization should not weaken national market system protections and that any move toward atomic settlement must balance liquidity and operational risk. Plume advocates a sandbox for on-chain markets Arbitrum-based Plume Network told the SEC at a May 22 meeting that permissionless blockchains are best suited for real-world asset tokenization. Furthermore, they proposed a regulatory sandbox covering the 1933 Securities and 1934 Exchange Acts. The company’s agenda calls for safe harbor relief that explicitly factors in decentralized finance mechanics and “credible neutrality,” plus tools to calibrate rules across primary offerings and on-chain secondary trading. In their brief meeting log, Plume also sought guidance on tokenizing US and non-US equities subject to the Regulation National Market System and other regimes. Etherealize seeks overhaul of transfer agent rules Etherealize and policy firm MetaLeX focused on back-office infrastructure, telling the Task Force that legacy transfer agent regulations force issuers to keep parallel off-chain ledgers and negate blockchain efficiencies. A transfer agent is a financial institution acting as a record-keeper for a company’s shareholders. Their proposal asks the SEC to recognize suitably secure blockchains as authoritative share registers, exempt issuers using decentralized tokenization protocols from transfer agent registration, and create a fast lane for agents specializing in tokenized securities. They also urged a pilot to test smart contract equivalents for corporate actions such as dividend distribution and shareholder voting. Converging themes Across the meetings, industry participants pressed for clear taxonomy, modular rulebooks, and phased pilots. Furthermore, each called for technology-specific tweaks, but none challenged the SEC’s core investor-protection mandate. The Task Force staff took the materials under advisement, indicating that future rule proposals could weigh sandbox models, dedicated trading venues, and updated transfer agent obligations. The post SEC Crypto Task Force discusses securities tokenization with Nasdaq, DeFi startups appeared first on CryptoSlate.
According to Cointelegraph, Plume Network met with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to propose the establishment of a DeFi sandbox and the formulation of new rules for tokenized securities.
In a world where DeFi still has to prove itself, Credefi emerges at the right time. Its mission? To offer useful finance, anchored in the real economy. At TOKEN2049, the global Web3 summit, the team connected investors and tangible assets. Their model, based on European SMEs, combines security and yield. Away from the noise, Credefi moves forward methodically. And this is just the beginning. While Europe is its foundation, the United States will be its next conquest, with a discreet but solid strategy. The direction is clear. The pace, perfectly controlled. In brief Real finance: Credefi connects SMEs and lenders through guaranteed loans, combining yield and security. TOKEN2049 visibility: Noteworthy presence in Dubai, validating its RWA model. Heading to the USA: Expansion planned in June with a controlled strategy. Credefi: Real Finance at the Service of DeFi Credefi is not a marketing promise; it is a tokenized reality. Its mission: to offer SMEs access to credit without the banking burdens, while guaranteeing security and yield to lenders. Thanks to a “lend & protect” model, the platform combines loans secured by tangible assets with rigorous borrower scoring. It is regulated in Europe, which reassures institutional and retail investors. The protocol shows a TVL of over 50 million dollars. More than 50 companies have already been financed. For lenders, this means real, traceable, and stable returns. For SMEs, it means access to faster, more agile financing without banking friction. Credefi thus positions itself as the bridge between TradFi and DeFi , with no compromise on transparency. At a time when real assets are gaining visibility in crypto, the platform stands out as a structuring player. TOKEN2049: Global Validation for Credefi TOKEN2049 in Dubai is more than an expo. It is the meeting place for decision-makers in crypto, Web3, and traditional finance. Credefi found a natural echo there. By participating in panels on real-world assets, the project gained visibility with a strategic audience. Its clear proposition won over many: to make DeFi useful and accessible through familiar but reinvented instruments. In a still volatile sector, Credefi stood out for its stability, regulation, and concrete anchoring. The event validated its trajectory. The team successfully transformed its presence into trust capital. Such recognition, in an ecosystem as scrutinized as that of real-world assets, speaks louder than a thousand words. Four Intense Days, Four Decisive Moments During TOKEN2049, Credefi didn’t just occupy space: it conquered it. Each day was a building block for constructing lasting bridges between RWA and Web3. April 29 — RWA Unwind & DWF Labs Event Targeted pitches, meetings with strategic funds. Credefi presented its vision to key players. Early discussions promise high-value partnerships. April 30 — TOKEN2049 & RWAI-Fi Summit Active participation in panels on the future of tokenized assets. Credefi defended the idea that DeFi cannot survive without real anchoring. Its model inspires. May 1 — Yacht2049 Far from conference rooms, Credefi discussed strategy and decentralized payments with Plume Network. The informal environment fostered deep exchanges. May 2 — XDC Tokenization Demo Day Alongside Tokeny, Polytrade, and Nomyx, Credefi impressed VCs and funds. Its clear and convincing demonstration strengthened its credibility in the RWA arena . And now? Heading to the United States Dubai was a milestone. America is coming. Credefi is preparing its next appearance, ambitious but without fanfare. Its strategy remains consistent: to build slowly, solidly, cultivating the right networks. As the team playfully expressed: If we can be a bit secretive, we can say that the team will travel to the United States in June for a very special event. This teaser announces an acceleration. The United States, a welcoming land for emerging RWA, will be the perfect stage to consolidate new partnerships, reach new funds, and refine its governance. Credefi’s strategic discretion is also a form of maturity. CREDIUSDT chart by TradingView Join the RWA Revolution with Credefi Credefi has shown that it is possible to combine financial security and blockchain innovation. For those who believe in a DeFi anchored in the real world, now is the time to join the movement. Finance has never been so close to the real economy. The team moves forward, partnerships are formed, yields stabilize. The future will not be purely virtual. It will be hybrid, regulated, shared. So discover the Credefi app and join the community on X !
Crypto exchange Kraken plans to launch tokenized stock trading of popular stocks like Apple and for non-U.S. customers, according to a statement from Backed. "Backed is thrilled to unveil xStocks, a new line of over 55 tokenized stocks and ETFs, set to launch soon on Kraken and integrated with Solana’s best DeFi apps," it said in the statement . The service, which will debut in the coming weeks, will feature tokenized versions of more than 50 stocks and exchange-traded funds, and be available to customers in Europe, Latin America, Africa and Asia, according to The Wall Street Journal , which reported on Kraken's launch on Thursday. The move follows Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi telling The Block in April that the tokenized equity market will dwarf the stablecoin sector, which currently has a total supply of about $240 billion, led by Tether. "One tokenized equity is going to be equivalent or larger than Tether," Sethi said at the time. "Now you can have fifty, five hundred, a thousand of those tokenized equities — then you do futures and options trading on top of that. The market is just going to get that much bigger, that much larger, that much faster than what we're used to." Some expect the market for tokenized equities to explode in the coming years, and crypto-native firms like Backed, Plume Network and WhiteRock have shown interest in participating in the possible growth. Last month, Sethi also said that investors in the UK and Europe face challenges in easily accessing U.S. stocks. "By the time you want to get access to a financial product that we're used to in the U.S. without friction, you're bludgeoned along the way where you're like, 'I don't really want to do it,'" he said. In March, Kraken agreed to acquire U.S. retail futures platform NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion as part of its multi-asset strategy, which includes equities trading and payments.
Hyperliquid recorded $548 million in inflows and reached $5.6 billion open interest. Hyperbridge enables fast, secure cross-chain token transfers from 50+ blockchains into Hyperliquid. HYPE rebounded 57% in one month and nears breakout above $26 resistance level. Hyperliquid’s HYPE has lit a fuse under the market. From May 5 to 11, the decentralized exchange pulled in $548 million in net inflows. That number alone turns heads, but it gets better. May 8 saw $200 million flow in—a single-day record. At the same time, open interest exploded to $5.6 billion, shattering previous highs. All eyes now turn to HYPE, the native token, which looks ready to rip through key resistance. 📈 #HYPE Hyperiliquid recorded net inflows of $548 million last week – a record high. pic.twitter.com/6pZT6Ra3li — CryptoBull_360 (@CryptoBull_360) May 12, 2025 Hyperliquid Bridges Power and Performance Hyperliquid is not only riding the volume wave —it’s building highways into the heart of DeFi. The newly launched Hyperbridge lets traders move tokens like USDT0, USDe, and PLUME across 50+ chains. This bridge doesn’t crawl—it flies, thanks to LayerZero’s omnichain protocol. Hyperbridge now supports tokens like COOK, USR, and RLP, with more waiting at the gate. This upgrade fuses centralized-like speed with decentralized transparency. Hyperliquid developers aren’t shy—they call this a major leap toward their ultimate trading vision. It’s not hype—it’s execution. Traders now enjoy a seamless experience, bridging massive liquidity pools straight into action. That’s a serious edge in a fast-moving market. Hyperliquid’s surge shows confidence. It doesn’t just attract capital—it earns trust. While other platforms battle slow bridges and fragmented liquidity, Hyperliquid feels like a jet on a commercial runway. The protocol now connects deeply with the broader crypto economy, anchoring itself as a force in derivatives trading. HYPE Price Eyes Resistance with Strong Momentum HYPE trades around $25 today, climbing 4% in 24 hours. Since crashing to $9.20 in April, the token soared 57% in one month. That bounce added $3.37 billion to market cap—an eye-popping reversal. The RSI indicator now sits just under the overbought zone. Bulls are in control, but caution lingers. The price clings to the upper Bollinger Band, hinting at strength—but also fatigue. Traders watch the $26 line closely. If HYPE pushes above $27.50, a move past $30 may follow. The MACD still shows bullish momentum. But if price drops to $22.10, expect short-term consolidation. Momentum fuels this rally. HYPE isn’t coasting—it’s sprinting. But traders must watch for signs of exhaustion near key levels. Hyperliquid just made history with $548 million in inflows and $5.6 billion open interest. Hyperbridge strengthens the ecosystem by enabling fast, secure multi-chain bridging. HYPE has rebounded sharply, showing signs of a major breakout near $26 resistance. With volume up and momentum strong, this rally could be just warming up.
LayerZero (CRYPTO:ZRO) has launched Hyperbridge, an interoperability solution connecting external blockchain assets to Hyperliquid’s (CRYPTO:HYPE) decentralised trading platform, coinciding with Hyperliquid’s open interest reaching a record $5.6 billion. Hyperliquid, a high-speed perpetual futures exchange, operates on HyperEVM, a custom layer one blockchain optimised for derivatives trading. The platform can process up to 100,000 orders per second with zero gas fees and features an on-chain order book, combining centralised exchange efficiency with decentralised, non-custodial security. LayerZero’s protocol enables cross-chain communication through Ultra Light Nodes and decentralised oracles, supporting over 50 blockchains. Hyperbridge leverages this infrastructure to allow users to bridge assets like USDT0 (CRYPTO:USDT0), USDe, and Plume (CRYPTO:PLUME) from any LayerZero-supported chain into Hyperliquid with a single click. The integration simplifies token deployments for developers using LayerZero’s OFT standard, enabling projects to access Hyperliquid’s liquidity without technical hurdles. Asset issuers can list tokens on Hyperbridge through a one-click interface, expanding access to Hyperliquid’s ecosystem, which has recorded over $1 trillion in historical trading volume. The launch of Hyperbridge reflects the growing importance of interoperability in decentralised finance (DeFi) as platforms seek to combine speed, liquidity, and transparency. Hyperliquid’s self-funded team stated the launch aligns with its mission to merge centralised exchange speed with DeFi’s transparency. Hyperbridge is now live at hyperbridge.xyz, initially supporting assets including COOK, USR, and RLP. Developers and issuers are invited to apply to list new tokens, further bridging Hyperliquid’s ecosystem with the wider crypto market. At the time of reporting, the Hyperliquid (HYPE) price was $24.73.
Crypto whales are aggressively buying into five altcoins following the recent US-China trade deal, with notable spikes in accumulation across SEND, GOAT, MEW, WLD, and PLUME. Sendcoin surged 49% in 24 hours as whale holdings jumped over 35%, while GOAT saw a 197% weekly gain alongside a 12.48% increase in large-holder positions. MEW and Worldcoin also attracted major whale interest, with holdings up 12.67% and 8% respectively over the past few days. PLUME rounded out the list with a 42% whale accumulation spike, reinforcing its momentum as a rising RWA token. Sendcoin (SEND) Sendcoin, a Solana token positioning itself as a “collective of sovereign startups” powered by a unified marketing engine, has surged nearly 40% in the past 24 hours. The sharp rally comes amid strong interest from crypto whales, who have been steadily accumulating the token over recent days. SEND Whales Analysis. Source: Nansen. Whale holdings in SEND jumped more than 35% since yesterday, rising from 33.79 million to 45.7 million tokens. This accumulation has pushed SEND’s fully diluted valuation (FDV) close to $18 million, signaling growing confidence in coin. Goatseus Maximus (GOAT) GOAT, once one of the most popular tokens in the Solana ecosystem, had been in a deep correction throughout 2025, dropping 58% year-to-date. However, sentiment is starting to shift as GOAT has surged nearly 197% over the past seven days, making it the second-best performing Solana token with a market cap above $200 million. GOAT Whales Analysis. Source: Nansen. Whale activity is also picking up, with large holders increasing their positions by 12.48% since May 9. Their total holdings rose from 116.18 million to 131.09 million GOAT tokens, suggesting renewed confidence in the project’s potential as momentum returns. Cat in a dogs world (MEW) MEW has gained strong momentum over the past week, climbing 52% and pushing its market cap to $368 million. The rally comes amid a notable uptick in whale accumulation, with large holders increasing their MEW positions by 12.67% in just a few hours—rising from 2.47 billion to 2.8 billion tokens. MEW Whales Analysis. Source: Nansen. Smart money activity is also heating up for the meme coin. Although overall accumulation slowed slightly in the last few hours, total holdings remain up, and one smart wallet alone bought approximately $378,000 worth of MEW in the past 24 hours—highlighting continued interest from informed investors. Worldcoin (WLD) OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s Worldcoin is back among the top-performing AI tokens, climbing 41% over the past week and reaching a market cap of $1.8 billion. The surge comes despite recent legal challenges, including a court ruling in Kenya that ordered the deletion of biometric data and a suspension of operations in Indonesia over regulatory violations. WLD Whales Analysis. Source: Nansen. Crypto whales have also been accumulating, increasing their WLD holdings by over 8% between May 8 and May 11. While accumulation has remained stable in the last 24 hours, the rise in whale activity highlights growing confidence in the token’s market position. Plume (PLUME) PLUME has emerged as one of the most talked-about RWA tokens in recent weeks, gaining 26% over the past 30 days. Its market cap is now nearing $400 million, reflecting growing interest in real-world asset narratives. Analysts predict it will be one of the most interesting crypto narratives for VCs in 2025 Q2. PLUME Whales Analysis. Source: Nansen. Whale accumulation has picked up sharply, with holdings jumping 42% in just 24 hours, from 970,000 to 1.38 million PLUME. One smart wallet alone bought nearly $50,000 worth of the token in the past day.
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