ChainCatcher News, the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has officially launched a blockchain-based tokenized collateral management platform, which automates operations through smart contracts to enhance cross-market trading efficiency. The platform will be showcased at an industry event on April 23 and will promote the establishment of global tokenized collateral standards.DTCC executives stated that collateral liquidity is the "killer application" of blockchain, enabling real-time trading around the clock. This move signifies that traditional financial giants are accelerating their embrace of tokenization technology, with institutions like BlackRock and Fidelity also making strides in this area.

ChainCatcher news, Layer1 blockchain Shardeum announced that its EVM-based auto-scaling blockchain mainnet will officially launch on April 15, 2025.Previous news, Shardeum has opened airdrop pre-registration.

ChainCatcher news, Kristin Smith posted on social platform X, announcing that she will officially step down as the CEO of the Blockchain Association on May 16, 2025, and will join Solana on May 19 as the President of the Solana Policy Research Institute, leading its policy strategy layout.Smith reflected on the industry advocacy and regulatory dialogue she led during her tenure and stated that although she will be leaving her current position, this is not a farewell to the crypto industry, but rather a "shift in perspective." Currently, the Blockchain Association board has initiated the search for a successor to the CEO.

ChainCatcher news, according to a report by Cointelegraph, data from blockchain security company PeckShield shows that the total losses from cryptocurrency hacks in the first quarter of 2025 reached $1.63 billion, a year-on-year increase of 131%. Among these, the attacks on Bybit exchange accounted for 92% of the total losses, making it one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts to date. February saw the most severe losses, reaching up to $1.53 billion, while the losses from attacks in March significantly dropped to $33 million.

ChainCatcher message, a new tool for enhanced on-chain privacy has been launched by the team 0xbow, which includes Ethereum veteran developers Ameen Soleimani and cryptographers like Zak Cole.According to an announcement released on the X platform, this technology, named "Privacy Pools," officially went live on the mainnet on Monday. Privacy Pools is a hybrid network system that employs zero-knowledge proofs and an "Association Set Provider" to ensure that only "clean" funds can enter the pool. Its goal is to provide privacy protection for ordinary cryptocurrency users while maintaining regulatory compliance. 0xbow has received investments from institutions such as Bankless, Number Group, and Public Works, with angel investors including Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin also participating.The protocol from 0xbow is based on a paper co-authored by Buterin in 2023 with Chainalysis researcher Jacob Illum and scholars Matthias Nadler and Fabian Schar.

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, Hashgraph plans to launch an institutionally private blockchain based on Hedera in Q3. The HashSphere built on Hedera technology aims to provide trading support for stablecoins and tokenized assets for heavily regulated institutions such as payment service providers and asset management companies.

According to ChainCatcher news reported by ledgerinsights, Axis Bank, one of the five largest banks in India, will use JPMorgan's Kinexys Digital Payments (formerly JPM Coin) for cross-border payments. Swift payments are inevitably limited by the differences in bank operating hours, while JPMorgan's blockchain-based bank accounts enable 24/7 instant payments.Since 2023, JPMorgan has been piloting Kinexys in GIFT City, initially conducting sandbox experiments with five banks including Axis. The city aims to compete with other international financial centers such as Singapore and Dubai. Earlier this month, it launched a tokenization consultation. Meanwhile, other banks using Kinexys include Bahrain's ABC Bank and First Abu Dhabi Bank. The Kinexys blockchain supports various other applications, including tokenized collateral. The total transaction volume of Kinexys has now exceeded $1.5 trillion, averaging $2 billion per day.

ChainCatcher news, CESS Network has partnered with the renowned Brazilian higher education institution, the University of Brasília (UnB), to launch a dedicated blockchain course for CESS Network. The course officially started with the beginning of the new semester.This course focuses on Web3 data infrastructure and blockchain technology development, marking an important milestone in the deep integration of academic research and decentralized technology. Previously, CESS has collaborated with top universities such as Duke University, Yale University, and Harvard University to host multiple Web3 events and hackathons, attracting more talent from universities to join the industry. This partnership with UnB will further promote the globalization of Web3 education.Transitioning from academia to practice, empowering the next generation of developers and innovators, CESS is building a strong talent foundation for Web3.

ChainCatcher news, the blockchain platform Oasys announced a strategic partnership with Animechain.ai to jointly develop a blockchain-based intellectual property (IP) protection solution to address copyright infringement issues in the AI era.Both parties will use the AnimeChain framework for proof of concept, ensuring creators' control and revenue rights over their works. This collaboration also emphasizes ethical and sustainable creative production, promoting the integration of token economies and real-world assets (RWA) to support the secure development of the global creative industry.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Fintech Times, blockchain payment infrastructure company Fipto has officially obtained a payment institution license issued by the French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR).This is the company's second stablecoin-related regulatory license obtained in France, following its registration as a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP). This license enables Fipto, headquartered in Paris, to send and receive global fiat payments on behalf of third parties, while optimizing the stablecoin transaction process by reducing intermediaries.

ChainCatcher news, the Injective ecosystem report has learned that Injective has officially joined the Blockchain Association today, an organization dedicated to promoting national policies and regulatory frameworks in the United States that support cryptocurrency. As one of the most representative crypto projects in the U.S., Injective is paving the way for the country to become a global crypto hub.After joining the association, Injective will work alongside industry giants such as Brevan Howard, Circle, Coinbase, and Pantera Capital to promote effective policy changes at both local and national levels, ensuring that industry demands are reflected in future policy-making.The Blockchain Association was established in 2018 to represent leading blockchain companies, investment institutions, and projects, advocating for U.S. policies that benefit the crypto industry. It focuses on key issues such as consumer protection, market integrity, innovation support, tax regulation, regulatory clarity, and the development of open-source software.This membership brings three strategic values to Injective: first, it increases influence in industry policy-making; second, it enhances collaboration opportunities with leading companies; third, it provides greater certainty in regulatory compliance through the association's policy efforts, reducing operational risks.

ChainCatcher news, according to CryptoSlate, Panama has announced a proposed cryptocurrency bill to regulate cryptocurrencies and promote the development of blockchain-based services. The proposed bill establishes a legal framework for the use of digital assets, sets licensing requirements for service providers, and includes strict compliance measures that meet international financial standards. Digital assets are recognized as a legitimate means of payment, allowing individuals and businesses to freely agree to use digital assets in commercial and civil contracts. Furthermore, the bill explicitly authorizes the use of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins to purchase goods, pay for services, and settle debts, provided that both parties agree.

ChainCatcher news, the Digital Chamber officially released the U.S. Blockchain Roadmap, aimed at maintaining the United States' leadership in economic competitiveness, national security, and digital innovation. The roadmap calls for the Treasury to issue stablecoin and Bitcoin legislation and outlines six key pillars: enhancing financial stability through digital assets, protecting financial freedom and decentralization, leading global capital markets with regulatory clarity, advancing energy security through Bitcoin mining, modernizing the U.S. banking system, and exploring the application of blockchain in government innovation and national security.

ChainCatcher news, according to the official announcement, Binance Academy has announced a partnership with the University of Oulu in Finland to launch a blockchain course.It is reported that the course is free and self-paced, covering key topics such as supply chain transparency, renewable energy, and environmentally friendly business strategies.

ChainCatcher news, since its establishment, the Bitget Builders program has continuously promoted brand influence through offline education and training, and has contributed to the development of the blockchain ecosystem. So far, the program has held over 60 events in 29 countries worldwide, with a membership exceeding 5,000 people, covering 55 countries and regions globally.Recently, Bitget launched the Bitget Academy training program in Europe, offering a series of practical blockchain courses, and has conducted training in North America and the Asia-Pacific region to help more people adapt to the Web3 development trend. At the same time, the "Build Bitget With Vugar" event, hosted by Bitget COO Vugar, has built a bridge for global community members to engage directly with Bitget executives, facilitating in-depth discussions around the platform's vision, core values, and future plans.To strengthen community building, Bitget has officially upgraded its community manager system, fully integrating it into the Bitget Builders program and providing them with more resources and growth opportunities. In addition, Bitget will launch the "Builder Training Camp," offering systematic training and industry resources to help them exert greater influence in local markets.