MetaMask introduced multi-chain account support on October 28, 2025, enabling unified management of assets across Ethereum, Solana, and Bitcoin networks. The upgrade improves asset loading speeds by 30 times, streamlining cross-chain interactions for users.

ETHZilla sold $40 million worth of Ether on October 24 to finance a share repurchase program, according to a press release. The company has repurchased approximately 600,000 shares for about $12 million under a $250 million board-approved authorization announced in August.

The dYdX governance community is preparing to vote on a proposal to compensate traders affected by an 8-hour network outage. The incident, caused by a misordered code deployment on October 10, led to incorrect trade executions and liquidations during a major market crash.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has questioned the security of Ethereum Layer 2 networks, arguing that multisig dependencies undermine decentralization. His critique, posted on X on October 26, 2025, highlights risks similar to those in cross-chain bridges. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin responded by affirming L2s benefit from base-layer protection against invalid blocks. The debate centers on whether current L2 designs meet core blockchain security and decentralization standards.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong proposed a future in which startups manage every phase of their lifecycle on the blockchain, from incorporation to public trading. The plan supports the company's broader call for U.S. regulators to modernize financial oversight using blockchain, AI, and APIs.

A breakdown of six lesser-known crypto concepts reveals the inner workings of blockchain ecosystems. These terms—from MEV and airdrop farming to layer 2 rollups and token burns—highlight how decentralized finance and digital culture are evolving beyond common slang.

Western Union is launching a pilot program for a stablecoin-based settlement system to modernize global remittances. The initiative was announced during its third-quarter earnings call on Thursday, with CEO Devin McGranahan highlighting potential improvements in speed, cost, and transparency. The move follows growing regulatory clarity, including the recent passage of the GENIUS Act. Stablecoins are increasingly seen as a tool for cross-border payments, with the market exceeding $300 billion in April 2025.

Solana Company (HSDT) activated resale rights for private investors on Monday following a $500 million dual-currency funding round. HSDT shares fell 22% intraday as trading volume surged to 4.6 million shares, reflecting market response to increased float.