Ethereum's Pectra upgrade may be split into two hard forks due to its complexity, Tim Beiko announced. The first phase, potentially launching in February, will include key updates like EIP 7702, while the second phase is expected in late 2025.

Circle Internet Financial has integrated Arbitrum's layer-2 solution into its Web3 infrastructure, enhancing USDC cross-chain transfers and programmable wallets. This move aims to boost USDC adoption in DeFi and compete with Tether's dominance in the stablecoin market.

HYBE's BINARY KOREA and Coinbase have partnered to develop the Onchain Engagement Protocol, aiming to revolutionize the creator economy with blockchain technology. Set to launch in 2025, this initiative will enhance fan engagement and provide new monetization opportunities for influencers on BINARY's THEUS platform.

Ethereum's price climbed over 3% to close at $2,440, surpassing the $2,400 mark for the first time in over a week. This surge coincided with a significant increase in exchange reserves and strong buying interest, indicating a balanced market despite overall volatility.

Fhenix and Celestia have partnered to enhance data availability for privacy-focused applications, making encrypted on-chain data processing more cost-effective. This collaboration aims to reduce the costs of Fully Homomorphic Encryption, enabling developers to create secure, end-to-end encrypted dApps using Solidity and the fhEVM on Fhenix's EVM-based network.

Alchemy and Cross Finance have partnered to enhance dApp development on the new CrossFi Chain, leveraging Alchemy's advanced APIs and tools. This collaboration aims to drive DeFi innovation and create a scalable, secure infrastructure for financial transactions as CrossFi prepares to launch its Mainnet.

TOKEN2049 Singapore, set for Sept 18-19, 2024, will be a pivotal event in the crypto world, drawing over 7,000 attendees and featuring 300+ companies. With side events by OKX, Uniswap, and Solana, and key speakers like Haseeb Qureshi and Joey Krug, it promises rich networking and insights into Web3 trends.

Succinct Labs and OP Labs have launched OP Succinct, a new zero-knowledge rollup technique to enhance Ethereum's transaction times and costs. This collaboration aims to boost blockchain scalability, benefiting dApps, DeFi, and NFT platforms by reducing computational costs and processing times.

Kal Ali's new venture, Lumia, aims to seamlessly integrate real-world assets into the DeFi ecosystem, building on his liquidity expertise from Orion. With advanced security measures and partnerships like Polygon AggLayer, Lumia focuses on post-tokenization and developer grants to drive mass adoption and innovation.

Coinbase and BINARY Korea have launched an Onchain Engagement Protocol to boost fan interactions in South Korea, leveraging Web3 and AI. This initiative, integrated with THEUS and built on Coinbase's Ethereum Layer 2, Base, aims to revolutionize transactions and monetization for creators.

Beacon, a web3 accelerator founded by Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal, has launched its fourth and largest cohort, selecting 17 startups for a three-month program. This expansion, featuring venture-backed companies like Stakestone and EXO, aims to boost Beacon's influence in the web3 sector.

Dyor App has launched Token Collections, a new feature to simplify crypto trading by curating tokens into trend-based groups like AI and SportsFi. The Swipe-to-Invest interface and regular updates aim to engage users and enhance their decision-making with real user-generated data.

eToro has settled with the SEC for $1.5 million over charges of operating as an unregistered broker and clearing agency. U.S. users will now be limited to trading bitcoin, bitcoin cash, and ether, with other assets to be liquidated by mid-March.

On September 12, Congressman John Rose introduced the BRIDGE Digital Assets Act to reform U.S. cryptocurrency regulations by establishing a Joint Advisory Committee from the SEC and CFTC. The committee aims to harmonize laws and enhance market efficiency, with members from various sectors meeting biannually to provide regulatory insights.

Standard Chartered has received approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority to offer crypto custody solutions in the UAE, initially supporting Bitcoin and Ethereum. Powered by Zodia Custody and developed with Brevan Howard Digital, this service underscores Standard Chartered's commitment to expanding its digital asset strategy.

CCP Games unveiled EVE Frontier, a blockchain-integrated survival MMO, set to revolutionize the EVE universe with a player-driven economy and strategic gameplay. Despite the innovation, its cryptocurrency aspect has sparked controversy among EVE Online fans, raising concerns about monetization and regulatory implications.

Sony launched Soneium, an Ethereum Layer-2 solution, on August 23, 2024, to boost Web3 innovation and blockchain tech. Partnered with Startale and integrated with Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol, Soneium has processed over 3.3 million transactions and created 200,000+ wallets, showing strong user engagement.

A Fidelity report suggests that Ethereum's growing use of stablecoins could enhance its utility over Bitcoin. While Bitcoin is viewed as a hedge against inflation, Ethereum's network effects and role in asset transfers give it a distinct edge.

CARV has unveiled a $50 million accelerator to drive projects that boost the adoption of its data protocol, offering funding, growth strategies, and comprehensive support. Backed by major investors like MARBLEX and Consensys, the initiative aims to integrate over 900 games and empower users with control over their data, marking a significant shift from traditional data-harvesting practices.