On-chain

On-chain refers to any transaction or data point that is recorded directly on the blockchain, ensuring transparency, immutability, and public verifiability. From on-chain identity (DID) to verifiable provenance of assets, the "everything on-chain" movement is the core of Web3’s trustless architecture. In 2026, sophisticated on-chain analytics tools allow users to audit protocol reserves and track capital flows in real-time. This tag focuses on the value of transparency, block explorer utility, and the distinction between on-chain execution and off-chain scaling.

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World Liberty Financial: WLFI token trading is expected to start in six to eight weeks

World Liberty Financial: WLFI token trading is expected to start in six to eight weeks

PANews reported on July 19 that according to Cryptoslate, World Liberty Financial announced that its governance token WLFI will begin trading within six to eight weeks from July 18, completing

Author: PANews
GENIUS Act Reshapes Stablecoin Strategy, Says Foresight Ventures Partner

GENIUS Act Reshapes Stablecoin Strategy, Says Foresight Ventures Partner

Ripple and Circle’s applications for U.S. national trust bank charters are being framed less as a bold industry move and more as a calculated, defensive pivot in response to looming regulation. In an interview with CryptoNews, Alice Li, Investment Partner and Head of North America at Foresight Ventures, explains that the move is fundamentally about future-proofing operations amid rising pressure from the GENIUS Act, a landmark bill reshaping stablecoin oversight in the United States. In a historic move for U.S. crypto regulation this week , the GENIUS Act—formally known as the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act—has cleared both chambers of Congress. 🚨🚨🚨 The House just passed my bill – The GENIUS Act! This historic legislation will bring our payment system into the 21st century. It will ensure the dominance of the U.S. dollar. It will increase demand for U.S. Treasuries. I look forward to @POTUS signing GENIUS into law –… pic.twitter.com/NmQMVHZGls — Senator Bill Hagerty (@SenatorHagerty) July 17, 2025 “The GENIUS Act makes clear that any issuer aiming for scale must meet bank-level regulatory standards,” said Li, whose investment focus spans stablecoin infrastructure, payment rails, and Web3 applications. “Applying for a bank charter doesn’t guarantee approval—but it signals long-term compliance intent to regulators and partners.” Stablecoin Shakeout: Institutional Integration vs. DeFi Independence Li expects the stablecoin sector to split into two camps over the next 12 to 18 months: institutional-focused players pursuing full licensing and banking integration, and DeFi-native or offshore issuers targeting niche use cases. As U.S. regulatory clarity solidifies, banks and traditional financial rails will face growing pressure to integrate stablecoins, not out of ideological alignment, but due to user demand for faster, cheaper, programmable financial products. Licensing Is the New Moat—and the New Barrier As the stablecoin market matures, Li says the ability to secure a U.S. banking license is quickly becoming the sector’s defining edge—and an operational filter for investors. “We no longer evaluate infrastructure startups purely on technical sophistication. Regulatory readiness and ability to integrate with licensed issuers are now critical,” she notes. While Ripple’s and Circle’s path toward becoming full U.S. banks may crowd out direct USD stablecoin competition, Li sees fertile ground for certain technologies. These include on-chain compliance tools, real-time risk monitoring systems, tokenization middleware, and fiat-crypto bridge infrastructure. Startups able to plug into the evolving regulated stack—rather than compete head-on—will be well positioned. Still, licenses come at a cost. “Licenses are both a moat and a constraint,” Li explained. “For U.S. dominance, they’re non-negotiable. Agility is reduced, but large-scale adoption requires regulatory alignment.” For new entrants, distribution is key—but without regulatory credentials, major partners won’t engage. Global Divergence and the Rise of Hybrid Models While U.S. bank charters may offer a long-term edge domestically and with institutional clients, Li believes global stablecoin competition will remain multi-speed. Offshore players like Tether will continue to dominate in DeFi and cross-border use cases due to flexibility and fewer compliance demands. “In the short term, Tether and similar issuers won’t lose dominance in DeFi,” she said. “But as regulated players integrate into fintech apps and banking stacks, they’ll gradually absorb more institutional and retail flows—especially in treasury and on/off-ramp applications.” International jurisdictions are already reacting. “The UAE, Singapore, and Hong Kong are actively offering lighter-touch frameworks to attract issuers,” Li said. Paradoxically, issuers regulated under the GENIUS Act may even find it easier to integrate into these emerging hubs, as U.S. oversight lends legitimacy to cross-border deals. Li concludes that real-world asset (RWA) tokenization—already gaining traction—could become the bridge between traditional finance and crypto. “Just like Robinhood democratized equities, hybrid models will drive compliant, user-centric financial products,” she said. The GENIUS Act, rather than killing innovation, may accelerate bank-crypto collaborations, reshaping the financial system at its core.

Author: CryptoNews
On-chain equities and RWAs could 100x blockchain value, Nansen CEO says

On-chain equities and RWAs could 100x blockchain value, Nansen CEO says

RWAs and tokenized stocks will be the next 100x opportunities, says Nansen CEO.

Author: Crypto.news
SharpLink eyes bigger Ethereum stack with $6B stock sale plan

SharpLink eyes bigger Ethereum stack with $6B stock sale plan

Corporate interest in Ethereum keeps heating up, and SharpLink is pushing harder into the trend, aiming to turn more capital into ETH. According to a recent SEC filing, SharpLink has updated its stock sale program, boosting the limit to $6…

Author: Crypto.news
With the implementation of the GENIUS Act, how should we treat the stablecoin narrative with caution?

With the implementation of the GENIUS Act, how should we treat the stablecoin narrative with caution?

Written by: imToken Early this morning Beijing time, the U.S. House of Representatives passed three encryption-related legislations, the CLARITY Act, the GENIUS Act, and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act. Among

Author: PANews
US House of Representatives approved three strategic bills — GENIUS, CLARITY, and Anti-CBDC

US House of Representatives approved three strategic bills — GENIUS, CLARITY, and Anti-CBDC

In the US, the House of Representatives has officially passed three strategic cryptocurrency bills at once: 🚨BREAKING (I rarely use that term anymore, but this time I think it’s warranted 😁): All three crypto bills just passed the House and the GENIUS Act is now headed to @realDonaldTrump’s desk to become the first major piece […] Сообщение US House of Representatives approved three strategic bills — GENIUS, CLARITY, and Anti-CBDC появились сначала на INCRYPTED .

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a16z: Trustlessness does not mean responsibilitylessness. Web3 governance has entered the era of accountability

a16z: Trustlessness does not mean responsibilitylessness. Web3 governance has entered the era of accountability

Article | a16z By Miles Jennings Compiled by Portal Labs Crypto foundations — nonprofit organizations that support the development of blockchain networks — were once a slick legal path to

Author: PANews
PANews released the "2025 Global Stablecoin Industry Development Report": US dollar stablecoins occupy 99% of the market, USDC is expected to surpass USDT in 2030

PANews released the "2025 Global Stablecoin Industry Development Report": US dollar stablecoins occupy 99% of the market, USDC is expected to surpass USDT in 2030

Author: Frank, PANews 2025 is a critical year in the development of stablecoins. In this year, stablecoins not only set new records in market size and trading activity, but also

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Nasdaq-listed miner BTC Digital to swap Bitcoin for Ethereum in treasury overhaul

Nasdaq-listed miner BTC Digital to swap Bitcoin for Ethereum in treasury overhaul

BTC Digital, a U.S.-based Bitcoin mining firm listed on Nasdaq, has announced a complete overhaul of its treasury strategy by converting all current and future Bitcoin holdings into Ethereum. According to a recent announcement, the company views Ethereum not only…

Author: Crypto.news
100% self-funded, a grassroots team's second venture, can Project X replicate Hyperliquid's growth trajectory?

100% self-funded, a grassroots team's second venture, can Project X replicate Hyperliquid's growth trajectory?

By Nicky, Foresight News As one of the most outstanding trading platforms in this cycle, Hyperliquid has a daily trading volume of over $15 billion, accounting for over 74% of

Author: PANews