Recapping the Week in DeFi

As the DeFi and crypto space continues to evolve at a rapid pace, it's essential to stay informed 

about the latest developments and trends. Our weekly recap provides you with a concise yet comprehensive overview of the most significant news and trends in the DeFi and crypto space, helping you stay informed and up-to-date with the latest happenings.

21Shares Introduces Four New ETPs for Pyth, Ondo, Render, and Near

21Shares has unveiled four new cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs), offering exposure to Pyth Network, Ondo Finance, Render Network, and NEAR Protocol. These products, available on major European exchanges like Amsterdam and Paris, are fully backed by their respective tokens, ensuring transparency. The lineup provides investors with streamlined access to these emerging digital assets.

Learn more here.

ZA Bank Becomes Asia’s First Bank to Offer Retail Crypto Trading: Report

Hong Kong's ZA Bank has launched retail cryptocurrency trading, becoming Asia's first bank to allow customers to trade Bitcoin and Ethereum via its app. Partnering with licensed crypto exchange HashKey, the service leverages HashKey Pro to ensure secure transactions for retail investors.

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Sol Sniper Launches First Memecoin Trading Bot for X

Sol Sniper, an NFT analysis platform on Solana, has introduced SniperX, the first memecoin trading bot for X (formerly Twitter). The tool lets traders buy, sell, and track memecoin data—including prices, volume, and candlestick charts—directly on their X timeline. SniperX also provides influencer rankings and real-time social media activity insights to help users make informed trading decisions swiftly.

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Valour Launches the First Dogecoin Exchange-Traded Product 

Valour, a DeFi Technologies subsidiary, has introduced the first Dogecoin-focused exchange-traded product (ETP) in the Nordic region. The Valour Dogecoin (DOGE) SEK ETP, listed on Sweden's Spotlight Stock Market, offers investors a regulated and simple way to access the popular memecoin.

Details here. 

Singapore Gulf Bank Plans $50M Fundraising for Stablecoin Payments Acquisition

Singapore Gulf Bank, launched earlier this year with backing from Bahrain's Mumtalakat Sovereign Wealth Fund and Singapore's Whampoa Group, seeks to raise $50 million. The funds will support acquiring a stablecoin payments firm, expanding operations, and growing its team.

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