Specialization of a new class of blockchains is already reshaping the blockchain technology industry’s trajectory

Specialized blockchains are shaping the future of DeFi | Opinion

Nine Senate Democrats who once supported crypto legislation are now opposing a 
major stablecoin bill, highlighting growing divisions over digital asset 
regulation.

Stablecoin standoff: Senate Democrats withdraw support, jeopardizing crypto bill’s path

After four straight difficulty hikes beginning March 9, the Bitcoin network 
finally eased up—registering a 3.34% downward adjustment that offered miners a 
welcome moment of relief. Bitcoin Network Sees First Difficulty Drop After 4 
Consecutive Rises Bitcoin’s difficulty declined for the first time since the 
March 9, 2025, increase, breaking a streak of four consecutive […]

Bitcoin Miners Catch a Break: Network Difficulty Slides 3.34%

Cardano has surged more than 40% from its early April lows, signaling renewed 
bullish interest across the altcoin space. As the broader crypto market faces 
macroeconomic uncertainty and consolidates just below major resistance levels, 
ADA is now entering a critical phase. Price action remains range-bound, but 
sentiment is shifting as investors eye key technical patterns that could 
define the next move. Related Reading: $380M In Ethereum Leaves Exchanges In 7 
Days – Accumulation Trend Accelerates Top analyst Carl Runefelt recently 
highlighted that Cardano is consolidating within a symmetrical triangle on the 
4-hour chart—a pattern often preceding sharp breakouts. This technical 
formation suggests that ADA is coiling for a decisive move, with bulls and 
bears battling for short-term control. The current range continues to tighten 
over the weekend, with volatility expected to return once a breakout direction 
is confirmed. A move above $0.7730 would indicate bullish continuation and 
potentially trigger another leg up toward the $0.85–$0.90 zone. On the flip 
side, losing support near $0.6280 could spark a broader correction. As long as 
ADA holds its structure and stays above key moving averages, the bullish trend 
remains intact. Cardano Set For Breakout As Buyers Regain Short-Term Control 
Cardano is showing signs of strength despite trading in a tight consolidation 
range just below the $0.75 mark. After gaining over 40% from its early April 
lows, ADA has entered a crucial phase, with bulls gradually regaining control. 
The recent price action suggests that a breakout could be on the horizon, 
especially if ADA maintains its current support levels and builds further 
momentum. For the past few days, Cardano has traded sideways, struggling to 
break above the $0.75 resistance level. While this range-bound movement has 
frustrated some traders, it also reflects market stability, a common precursor 
to large directional moves. If bulls manage to push ADA above the $0.7730 
resistance, a sustained rally could follow, potentially targeting the $0.85 
and even $0.90 zones. Runefelt shared technical insights showing that Cardano 
is forming a 4-hour symmetrical triangle, a structure that often precedes 
sharp breakouts. The apex of the triangle is nearing, meaning a decisive move 
is likely within the next few sessions. The key bullish breakout level remains 
at $0.7730. On the flip side, a breakdown below the $0.6280 support would 
invalidate the bullish structure and could trigger a broader retracement. 
Overall, Cardano remains well-positioned for upside if it can reclaim 
resistance and confirm a breakout. Bulls will need to step in decisively to 
avoid a fakeout or extended consolidation. As the broader crypto market 
consolidates near highs, ADA’s setup is one of the more promising among large- 
cap altcoins. The next move could set the tone for Cardano’s trend in the 
weeks ahead. Related Reading: Cardano Whales Accumulated 410 Million ADA In 
April – Breakout Coming? ADA Price Analysis: Consolidation Continues Cardano 
(ADA) is currently trading at $0.6963, consolidating just below the 200-day 
moving average (SMA) at $0.7766 and slightly under the 200-day exponential 
moving average (EMA) at $0.7113. This tight compression suggests a pivotal 
moment is near, especially as ADA attempts to hold its ground above the $0.67 
short-term support. Price action on the daily chart shows that ADA has been 
coiling in a narrow range following its 40% rebound from April lows. Despite 
the broader market showing strength, ADA hasn’t yet managed to break above the 
confluence of moving averages overhead—a necessary step to flip the market 
structure decisively bullish. The $0.77-$0.78 level remains the critical 
resistance to reclaim. A daily close above this zone could validate a breakout 
and push ADA toward the psychological $1.00 mark, last tested in early 
January. Related Reading: SUI Hype Grows As Price Action Points To A Rally: $4 
Level In Focus Volume has been relatively muted during this consolidation, 
which typically precedes a major move. On the downside, losing the $0.67 level 
would be a bearish signal and could open the door to a retest of $0.62 or even 
$0.58. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView

Cardano Consolidates In Symmetrical Triangle – Analyst Sets Bull/Bear Price Targets

Bitcoin price recovery has stalled as focus shifts to the upcoming Federal 
Open Market Committee interest rate decision. Bitcoin (BTC) was trading 
between $95,000 and $96,000 at last check Sunday. That&#8217;s up by about 30% from 
its lowest level in…

Will FOMC decision push Bitcoin price past $100k?

Tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) is evolving from an abstract concept 
to a practical financial tool as institutional players increasingly test and 
deploy blockchain-based infrastructure at scale.
This past week alone saw a flurry of announcements from both traditional 
financial institutions and blockchain-native firms advancing their RWA 
initiatives.
On April 30, BlackRock filed to create a digital ledger technology shares 
class for its $150 billion Treasury Trust fund. It will leverage blockchain 
technology to maintain a mirror record of share ownership for investors.
The DLT shares will track BlackRock&#8217;s BLF Treasury Trust Fund (TTTXX), which 
may only be purchased from BlackRock Advisors and The Bank of New York Mellon 
(BNY).
On the same day, Libre announced plans to tokenize $500 million in Telegram 
debt through its new Telegram Bond Fund (TBF). The fund will be available to 
accredited investors and usable as collateral for onchain borrowing.
The week&#8217;s biggest headline came from Dubai, where MultiBank Group signed a $3 
billion RWA tokenization deal with United Arab Emirates-based real estate firm 
MAG and blockchain infrastructure provider Mavryk. The deal is touted as the 
largest RWA tokenization initiative to date.
_Source:__MultiBank_
&#8220;The recent surge isn&#8217;t arbitrary. It&#8217;s happening because everything&#8217;s lining 
up,&#8221; Eric Piscini, CEO of Hashgraph, told Cointelegraph:
&gt; &#8220;Rules are getting clearer in major markets. The tech is stronger, faster, 
&gt; and ready to scale. And big players are actually doing it &#8212; BlackRock is 
&gt; tokenizing funds, Citi is exploring digital asset custody, and Franklin 
&gt; Templeton has tokenized money market funds on public blockchains.&#8221;
_**Related:**__**Real-world asset tokenization: Unlocking a new era of 
finance**_
## Tokenization has moved beyond theory
Marcin Kazmierczak, co-founder of RedStone, said the recent announcements 
&#8220;demonstrate that tokenization has moved beyond theoretical discussions into 
practical application by market leaders.&#8221;
He added that the growing adoption by big institutions gives the space more 
credibility, making others feel more confident to join in and help boost new 
ideas and investments.
Kazmierczak stated that the renewed interest in RWA tokenization is primarily 
driven by US President Donald Trump&#8217;s pro-crypto administration and growing 
regulatory clarity.
Trump, who has pledged to &#8220;make the US the crypto capital of the world,&#8221; has 
taken a different approach to crypto compared to the Biden administration. 
That era saw an aggressive crackdown from the US Securities and Exchange 
Commission (SEC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), prompting many firms to 
withdraw from US operations.
However, the narrative appears to be shifting. Since Trump&#8217;s election victory, 
the SEC has dropped or paused over a dozen enforcement cases against crypto 
companies.
Additionally, the DOJ recently announced the dissolution of its cryptocurrency 
enforcement unit, signaling a softer approach to the sector.
_Source:__ALX_
Aside from regulatory clarity, advancements in technological capabilities, 
especially in wallets, have also played a key role in driving tokenization 
adoption, Felipe D&#8217;Onofrio, chief technology officer at Brickken, said.
&#8220;In parallel, macroeconomic pressures are pushing institutions to search for 
efficiency and liquidity in traditionally illiquid markets,&#8221; he added.
_**Related:**__**New era in mining: How tokenization can transform the salt 
industry**_
## Ethereum remains main hub for tokenization
Ethereum continues to serve as the primary hub for RWA tokenization, thanks to 
its mature ecosystem, broad developer support and robust infrastructure.
&#8220;Ethereum remains by far the most suitable blockchain for large-scale RWA 
issuance due to its unparalleled security, developer ecosystem, and 
institutional adoption,&#8221; Kazmierczak said.
However, he noted that dedicated RWA-specialized ecosystems like Canton 
Network, Plume, and Ondo Chain are building compelling alternatives with 
features designed explicitly for compliant asset tokenization.
According to data from RWA.xyz, the market value of tokenized US Treasurys 
currently stands at $6.5 billion. Ethereum accounts for the lion&#8217;s share of 
the market, hosting over $4.9 billion in tokenized Treasurys.
_Source: RWA.xyz_
Herwig Koningson, CEO of Security Token Market, said companies like BlackRock 
have shown that it&#8217;s possible to build large-scale tokenized products, worth 
billions of dollars, using more than one blockchain at the same time.
He said this shows that the success of tokenizing assets doesn&#8217;t depend so 
much on which blockchain is used, but rather on what the company needs the 
system to do.
&#8220;This is why you will see many banks and traditional firms use permissioned 
blockchains or even private DLT systems,&#8221; Koningson said.
_**Related:**__**$21B tokenized RWA market doubtful, institutions uninterested 
&#8212; Plume CEO**_
## Challenges remain, but growth potential is huge
Yet hurdles remain. Regulation continues to be a significant barrier, 
especially for risk-averse institutions requiring guarantees around compliance 
and privacy.
Technical limitations also persist, chiefly the lack of interoperability 
between blockchain platforms, according to Piscini. However, he said hybrid 
models are gaining traction by offering the privacy of permissioned systems 
with optional future interoperability with public chains.
Looking ahead, Piscini estimated that more than 10% of global financial assets 
could be tokenized by the end of the decade. D&#8217;Onofrio also made a modest 
projection, estimating that between 5% and 10% of global financial assets 
could be tokenized by 2030.
On the other hand, RedStone&#8217;s Kazmierczak predicted that approximately 30% of 
the global financial system will be tokenized by the end of this decade.
In terms of numbers, STM.co predicted that the world&#8217;s RWA market will be 
anywhere between $30 and $50 trillion by the end of 2030.
Most firms predict that the RWA sector will reach a market size of between $4 
trillion and $30 trillion by 2030.
If the sector were to achieve the median prediction of about $10 trillion, it 
would represent more than 50 times the growth from its current value of around 
$185 billion, including the stablecoin market, according to a Tren Finance 
research report.
_**Magazine:**__**Tokenizing music royalties as NFTs could help the next 
Taylor Swift**_