The Big News
Restaking protocol Symbiotic has just raised $29 million in Series A funding to accelerate the development of its "Universal Staking Framework" model, a more flexible alternative to the leading EigenLayer. The round is led by Pantera Capital, with participation from Coinbase Ventures and more than 100 business angels
Open Editorial
The Cboe BZX Exchange recently proposed allowing the 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF to implement staking capabilities for its ETH holdings. If the proposal is approved, this would be the first yield-generating cryptocurrency ETF in the United States, transforming ETFs from passive exposure vehicles into active, income-producing instruments. The Potential Game-Changer
The Big Analysis
What you need to know Created in 2015 and operational since 2017, Cardano represents a new generation of blockchain based on a proof-of-stake (PoS) protocol. The project stands out for its methodical approach, drawing on academic research and rigorous validation protocols. This platform provides concrete solutions to the challenges faced
The Big Talk
"Ethereum refuses on-chain governance, it's not a healthy situation"
The Big Analysis
The Bitcoin liquid staking (LST) sector is experiencing significant growth. Starting from a market of a few million dollars in June 2024, it reached $4.1 billion in February before stabilising at $2.786 billion. This development indicates a growing interest in the use of Bitcoin in decentralised finance. Lombard
The Big News
Paradox of the French-style energy transition: in 2024, the country broke its record for net electricity exports with 89 TWh sold to its neighbours, boosted by a spectacular recovery in nuclear power, exceptional hydroelectric production and a sharp rise in solar power. However, in the spring of 2025, France will
The Big Talk
"It would be a shame if Europe lost its leadership position".
The Big Focus
Ethereum is at a crossroads. While its network has never been so active - between the rise of L2s, widespread staking and gradual institutional adoption - its token, meanwhile, is stagnating or falling back, in stark contrast to the euphoria surrounding Bitcoin and certain new crypto narratives. Why such a
The Big Talk
"We are in the process of raising funds from the private sector".
The Big Talk
"ETH's disappointing price can be explained by a migration of speculative activity away from Ethereum"
Open Editorial
For several weeks now, the United States has been laying the groundwork for a strategy that is clearly favourable to stablecoins. The "GENIUS Act 2025" (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act), a bipartisan effort, illustrates this desire by creating a legislative framework to ensure
The Big Talk
"Some are beginning to test the strength of the US bond market".