Monaco to Host Major Web3 Events: WAIB Summit, NFT FEST, and Ordinals Monaco
Monaco to Host Major Web3 Events: WAIB Summit, NFT FEST, and Ordinals Monaco
🎰 Monaco Goes All In
Monaco is set to become a hub for Web3 innovation with three major events:
- WAIB Summit: Focusing on blockchain technology and digital innovation
- NFT FEST: Showcasing digital art and NFT developments
- Ordinals Monaco: Exploring Bitcoin-based digital artifacts
In other news, Azuki continues expanding its anime presence while OpenSea has integrated with b3.fun platform. Stripe's $1.1B acquisition of Stablecoin signals growing institutional interest in crypto infrastructure.
Key Updates:
- XCOPY released new Cope Salada series
- Anime ecosystem pushing towards community ownership
- NFT market showing signs of institutional adoption
📈 Crypto Index Evolution: From Bitcoin's 2009 Birth to 72 ETFs Awaiting SEC Approval
The crypto index landscape has evolved dramatically from Bitcoin's 2009 emergence to today's institutional adoption wave. **Early Foundation (2009-2017)** - 2009: Bitcoin launches with basic valuation methods - 2013: CoinMarketCap and CoinDesk create first price trackers - 2017: TaiFuIndexes becomes world's first crypto market index **DeFi Integration (2018-2021)** - Ethereum DeFi protocols emerge, enabling sophisticated index products - TokenSets launches web application for tokenized portfolios - Bitwise launches 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) as OTC trust - PieDAO introduces decentralized governance for index funds **Institutional Recognition (2021-2024)** - Major players enter: Nasdaq, Dow Jones launch crypto indices - 2022 crash exposes risks, leading to focus on rules-based rebalancing - 2024: **Spot Bitcoin ETFs approved**, accelerating demand for compliant indices **Current Landscape (2025)** - **72 crypto ETFs awaiting SEC approval** - a record number - SEC approves general listing standards for crypto ETFs - Chainalysis reports significant institutional growth - Markets moving toward standardized rules and stronger governance The evolution shows crypto's maturation from experimental asset to regulated investment vehicle. [Read full timeline](https://hackernoon.com/crypto-indices-101)
Great Crypto Indices Review
CryptoIndex partners with IndexCrypto to launch a Web3 platform for tokenized crypto index creation and trading. The platform enables both retail and institutional investors to create and invest in cryptocurrency baskets, similar to traditional S&P 500 and NASDAQ indices. The system aims to reduce individual token volatility while capturing broader market growth through diversified crypto portfolios. - Allows creation of custom crypto indices - Supports both retail and institutional investors - Focuses on risk management through diversification Learn more and join the community at [CryptoIndex Platform](https://taskon.xyz/Cryptolndex)
Farcaster Introduces Collectible Casts Feature
**July 2025 Crypto Updates:** - @goblintown unveils innovative token design - HyperEVM introduces new token standard - Comprehensive comparison of DAO structures released - $PENGU launches new ETF - @farcaster_xyz enables cast collection feature - Analysis of top crypto protocols by TVL, earnings, and growth metrics *Market Context:* - VanEck/Securitize launched tokenized US Treasury fund - Dubai partners with Crypto.com for public payments - Mastercard introduces stablecoin cards with MoonPay - Smart wallet adoption sees 11K+ new authorizations - TON blockchain launches NFT marketplace on Telegram
xStocks Launches Tokenized Stocks on Loopscale
**Major DeFi Development**: xStocksFi has officially launched tokenized stocks on the Loopscale platform, marking a significant step in traditional finance integration with blockchain technology. The June DeFi Power Digest highlights this development along with other updates: - Tokenized stock trading now live on Loopscale - $Virgen token integration with Wasabi Protocol - Expanded cross-chain functionality For detailed analysis, check the full report at [DeFi Power June Digest](https://nft2.envelop.is/digest/defi-nft-digest-48-june)
Immutable Surpasses Ethereum in NFT Trading Volume
Key market developments in the NFT and DeFi space: - **Immutable** has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing Ethereum in NFT trading volume - **Gondi** launched a comprehensive liquidity solution for NFTs - Comparative analysis of **Uniswap** and **PancakeSwap** growth metrics - New tokenless borrowing mechanisms introduced - Dogecoin blockchain expanding into NFT functionality Recent ecosystem updates: - Jupiter Exchange enhanced NFT capabilities - Magic Eden acquired Slingshot for multi-token trading - Lens Chain launched mainnet - FIFA planning proprietary blockchain for NFT collection [Read full digest](https://nft2.envelop.is/digest/defi-nft-digest-48-june)