FC Barcelona Distances Itself From Controversial Crypto Partner

FC Barcelona is facing scrutiny after partnering with Zero-Knowledge Proof, a blockchain startup registered in Samoa. The controversy began when the company launched its own cryptocurrency just days after the sponsorship deal was announced, prompting the football club to re-evaluate its relationship with the new sponsor.

Crypto Community Donates Over $10 Million to Hong Kong Fire Victims

In a significant philanthropic effort, major cryptocurrency firms have collectively pledged more than $10 million in relief funds. The donations are intended to support the victims of the devastating Wang Fuk Court fire in Tai Po, a tragedy that resulted in the loss of 128 lives.

Avalanche (AVAX) Rises Above $15 as Securitize Announces EU-Regulated Platform

The price of Avalanche (AVAX) has climbed past the $15 mark following a key announcement from Securitize. The company is launching a pan-European trading platform powered by the Avalanche network, which has received approval under the European Union’s DLT Pilot Regime. The new platform is scheduled to go live in 2026.

Security Flaw Affecting Solana Users Discovered in Chrome Extension

A new security threat targeting Solana users has been identified within the Google Chrome ecosystem. Cybersecurity firm Socket revealed that a malicious Chrome extension named Crypto Copilot is designed to secretly insert an extra on-chain transfer into every trade a user executes, potentially draining funds without their knowledge.