In the rapidly evolving world of decentralized finance and cryptocurrency, staying updated with the latest developments is essential. Our weekly recap provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the most significant news and trends in the DeFi and crypto space.
BNB Chain’s 2025 Roadmap
BNB Chain has unveiled its roadmap for 2025, focusing on achieving sub-second block times, gasless transactions, and reaching 100 million TPS. The network plans to integrate AI to enhance security and developer tools, reinforcing its focus on speed, scalability, and security.
New Potentials in Ethereum ETF
The Cboe BZX Exchange has filed a rule change request with the SEC to allow staking for the 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF. If approved, it would be the first U.S. ETF to offer staking rewards. Previous Ethereum ETF approvals excluded staking due to SEC concerns. This new filing aims to change that, potentially setting a precedent for future crypto ETFs.
OpenSea's New Token Launch
OpenSea announced the launch of its native token, $SEA, and a new platform, OS2, on February 13, 2025. The $SEA token airdrop will reward historical users, aiming to re-engage early adopters and boost platform activity. These moves signal OpenSea’s push to stay competitive in the evolving NFT market.
This week brought significant events in the world of DeFi and cryptocurrencies, including notable steps by BNB Chain, promising developments in Ethereum ETFs, and OpenSea's initiatives to advance the NFT market. These events highlight the rapid development and changes occurring within the industry.
