Safe Axes 14 Staff as $1.43B Bybit Hack Fallout Triggers Radical Reorg

Self-custody provider Safe laid off 14 staff members as part of a strategic overhaul following a $1.43B Bybit theft linked to their compromised systems. The company divided operations into three units: a revenue-focused product company, R&D lab, and ecosystem foundation to address complexity issues.
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Solana Bulls Eye $200 as Raydium Debuts LaunchLab — Here’s What Traders Should Know

Solana (SOL) and Raydium (RAY) have jumped in the past 24 hours after the decentralized exchange launched a new tool called LaunchLab that competes directly with its former partner, Pump.fun.In late March, Pump.fun launched an automated market maker (AMM) and broke up with Raydium after collaborating for many months. Introducing LaunchLab, Raydium's all-in-one token launchpad. […]
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Belarus Fast‑Tracks 2026 CBDC—Can It Dodge Western Sanctions?

Belarus aims to launch its digital ruble, a central bank digital currency, by late 2026, starting with businesses and later extending to government agencies and the general public in 2027. In collaboration with Russia, the National Bank of Belarus is developing the necessary technical and regulatory infrastructure to facilitate smooth cross-border transactions.
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China’s Zhejiang Launches Retail Digital Yuan Pilot—Nationwide Rollout Next?

Zhejiang province became the latest testing ground for China’s digital yuan as authorities rolled out a retail-focused pilot program. The central bank’s digital currency underwent real-world testing across various commercial settings, positioning China ahead in the global CBDC race while officials gathered critical data before deciding on nationwide implementation.
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