The DeFi and cryptocurrency industry continues to evolve rapidly. Our weekly recap will help you stay informed on the latest developments and trends.
BNB Chain’s 2025 Roadmap Highlights
BNB Chain has outlined its roadmap for 2025, aiming for sub-second block times, gasless transactions, and 100 million TPS. The network plans to integrate AI to enhance security and developer tools, focusing on speed, scalability, and security.
Ethereum ETFs May Soon Offer Staking Rewards
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 approvals for Ethereum ETFs excluded staking due to SEC concerns. This new filing aims to change that and potentially set a precedent for future crypto ETFs.
OpenSea’s New SEA Token
OpenSea announced the launch of its new token, $SEA, and platform OS2 on February 13, 2025. The $SEA token airdrop will reward historical users, aiming to re-engage early participants and boost platform activity. These steps signal OpenSea's push to remain competitive in the evolving NFT market.
This week's news highlights that the DeFi and cryptocurrency industries continue to bring forth innovations and changes. Whether through updates to BNB Chain, Ethereum ETFs, or the launch of a new OpenSea token, these developments impact the market's ongoing evolution.
