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According to PANews, VanEck Senior Investment Analyst Patrick Bush has conducted a comprehensive comparison of Sui and Aptos, focusing on blockchain performance, scalability, ecosystem, and trading advantages. He forecasts that by the end of 2025, the price of SUI will reach $16, while APT will rise to $22.The analysis suggests that Sui holds greater potential in technical and trading optimization, with features like programmable transaction blocks and a deep order book (DeepBook) offering lower transaction costs and deeper liquidity for decentralized exchanges (DEX). However, Aptos's dynamic parallel processing and robust design may provide a competitive edge in the future.The report also highlights that the long-term success of both platforms will depend on a combination of technological innovation and ecosystem expansion, as well as their ability to attract developers and users. Despite their technical advancements, Sui and Aptos face challenges from established blockchains like Ethereum and Solana, as well as emerging competitors.

According to PANews, data from Unfolded reveals that the number of global crypto mobile wallet users reached an all-time high in the fourth quarter of 2024, totaling 36 million.

According to Odaily, LambdaClass recently identified a critical security flaw in the proof generation process of Succinct's SP1 ZKVM, leading to intense scrutiny. The vulnerability in version 3 of SP1 was discovered in collaboration with 3Mi Labs and Aligned, resulting from the interaction of two separate security issues. Succinct had previously informed its users of this potential flaw via Github and Telegram. Although the issue was swiftly addressed before disclosure, it raised concerns about the transparency of security practices in zero-knowledge virtual machines (ZKVM).The SP1 technology is currently supporting upgrades in rollup infrastructure development. Mantle Network has integrated SP1 to transition to ZK validity rollup, aiming to reduce transaction completion time and support institutional-grade asset settlement. AggLayer uses SP1 to generate pessimistic proofs, ensuring the security of its cross-chain interoperability solutions. Taiko has adopted SP1 as a ZK prover to secure its multi-prover system L2 execution. Soon, a relatively new project, is building an SVM rollup framework using SP1-supported ZK fault proofs for settlement on Ethereum, similar to Eclipse, which uses RISC Zero.LambdaClass cautioned that the full impact of the vulnerability requires further assessment. The exploit depends on the interaction between two issues, indicating that fixing one may not be sufficient to prevent exploitation. LambdaClass developer Fede emphasized on social media that his team felt compelled to disclose the issue publicly after perceiving a lack of urgency from Succinct.Anurag Arjun from Avail stated that Succinct's leadership acted responsibly in addressing the issue but agreed that better public disclosure practices are needed. Arjun confirmed that his team was privately informed of the issue before public disclosure. Avail's deployment was not at risk as they rely on Succinct's proprietary prover, which remains permissioned. Avail's rollup client has not yet begun using its SP1-driven bridge contracts, so there was no actual impact.Meanwhile, supporters of Succinct highlighted that responsible disclosure typically involves private reporting before public statements to avoid unnecessary panic and potential exploitation. Additionally, version 4 of Succinct's SP1 update, known as Turbo, has addressed the discovered vulnerabilities, and downstream projects have begun integrating these fixes.

According to Cointelegraph, crypto mining stocks have experienced a downturn for the second consecutive day as major technology stocks in the United States showed signs of recovery. This shift follows market disruptions caused by an artificial intelligence model from China's DeepSeek, which raised concerns about the potential overvaluation of the country's AI sector.Riot Platforms (RIOT), a prominent crypto mining firm, saw its stock close down by 4.37% on January 28. Similarly, Cleanspark (CLSK) experienced a decline of 2.47%, and MARA Holdings (MARA) dipped slightly by 0.14%, as reported by Google Finance. Meanwhile, Nvidia (NVDA), a leading chipmaker, recorded the most significant rebound among the top U.S. tech stocks, closing the day with an increase of over 8.8% after a previous drop of 17% on January 27.The ongoing decline in crypto miner stocks is attributed to many miners reallocating their computing resources to support AI model operations, as Bitcoin (BTC) mining becomes increasingly challenging and competitive. Despite Nvidia's stock price surge of 8.82% during the trading day, it experienced a slight dip of 0.95% in after-hours trading.

According to PANews, Andre Cronje, co-founder of Sonic Labs (formerly Fantom), has detailed his reasons for leaving the DeFi sector in 2022. Despite adhering to regulatory requirements during the development of projects like Yearn and Keep3r, without engaging in fundraising, token sales, or personal profit, Cronje began receiving investigation letters from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) starting in 2021. Cronje explained that the initial letters requested detailed information about YFI, which gradually escalated into a broader investigation. This included inquiries into whether Yearn vaults constituted 'investment tools.' Lacking a legal entity for the projects, Cronje found himself without legal support and had to invest significant time and resources in responding to the investigations. The mounting pressure ultimately led him to cease development work and, after two years of legal disputes, to withdraw from public activities. Despite these challenges, Cronje expressed that he could not abandon his passion for decentralized finance. After his exit, he remained committed to researching and developing new projects, with plans to introduce new DeFi primitives.

According to BlockBeats, U.S. real estate company Propy has launched a cryptocurrency mortgage service, allowing buyers to purchase properties using digital currencies. The service is set to debut with the sale of a tokenized apartment in Hawaii on January 29, with a starting price of $250,000. Buyers can use Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral.Propy's CEO, Natalia, highlighted the benefits for Bitcoin holders, noting that they can acquire real estate through loans without selling their Bitcoin and incurring taxes. She described this initiative as a milestone that demonstrates the future of real estate, showcasing how blockchain technology can streamline the home-buying process by replacing traditional, lengthy loan approval procedures with instant and efficient solutions.

According to PANews, blockchain analyst Ali recently tweeted that the number of altcoins has now surpassed 36.4 million. In comparison, during the altcoin boom of 2017-2018, there were fewer than 3,000 altcoins, and in 2013-2014, the number was even less than 500.

According to Cointelegraph, the tokenized bond market is projected to expand significantly, potentially reaching a valuation of at least $300 billion by 2030. This represents a 30-fold increase from its current size. Lamine Brahimi, co-founder of Taurus SA, a digital asset company, shared these projections, citing research from McKinsey. The $300 billion estimate encompasses government, municipal, and corporate bonds.Brahimi highlighted the advantages of tokenizing bonds, such as near-instant settlement times, reduced transaction costs, and the democratization of investment through fractional ownership. The broader category of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), which includes bonds, stocks, stablecoins, and other tangible items, is expected to achieve a market cap of $10 trillion by 2030 as the global economy increasingly moves onchain.During a recent World Economic Forum summit in Davos, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink emphasized the potential of tokenizing all stocks and bonds onchain. He noted that this shift could democratize investment markets by lowering entry barriers. Data from RWA.xyz indicates that the tokenized US treasury sector currently boasts a market capitalization exceeding $3.4 billion, with the Hashnote Short Duration Yield Coin (USYC) holding the largest market share at over $1.2 billion. BlackRock’s United States dollar Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL) follows with a market cap of over $642 million.In July 2024, BUIDL became the first tokenized treasury fund to surpass the $500-million mark, maintaining its position as the largest tokenized treasury product until December 2024. Currently, $2.4 billion of the $3.4 billion in tokenized treasuries are hosted on the Ethereum network. Despite the promise of reduced transaction costs for both buyers and issuers, the tokenization of real-world assets faces challenges. Some pilot programs for tokenized bonds fail to fully leverage the permissionless and cost-saving features of blockchain technologies. The involvement of unnecessary human intermediaries in the bond tokenization process introduces redundancies, increasing costs and diminishing the value proposition of onchain finance.

According to Odaily, Tether has announced a partnership with Medoo to establish a blockchain academy in Vietnam. This collaboration aims to integrate Tether's advanced courses and materials with Edumall, an online learning platform in Vietnam designed for professional technicians. The curriculum will cover fundamental blockchain technology knowledge and advanced use cases across various industries.

According to Odaily, multi-asset liquidity re-pledge protocol Bedrock announced on X that it has closed the Veda Vault. Users with deposits in this vault will have one week to withdraw their assets. This closure only affects the Veda Vault, while other Bedrock Vaults will continue to operate as usual.

According to BlockBeats, on January 24, market reports indicate that the X account of Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro may have been hacked to promote a token named BRAZIL. The original post has since been removed.

According to BlockBeats, TON Core has released its roadmap for the first half of 2025. Key initiatives include the Accelerator mainnet upgrade and the introduction of new tools for validators. Additionally, a new version of the Toncenter API will be launched, featuring enhanced functionalities. The roadmap also outlines plans for a user experience (UX) guide and collaborations with leading community products such as DeDust, MyTonWallet, TonScan, TON Diamond, and Stakee. Furthermore, TON Core aims to release a Layer2 payment network and conduct sidechain research. The roadmap also highlights the development of TOLK 1.0, a new version of the programming language that will include structures, pattern matching, and smart contract interfaces. Lastly, the roadmap mentions support for launching TON BTC Teleport.

According to Odaily, Swarms founder Kye Gomez recently announced on X that the Discord URL has been updated to 'swarms.' He advised users to ensure they are on the correct server and to be cautious of scams. Gomez highlighted that Discord, particularly in the cryptocurrency sector, is rife with malicious actors. He urged users to remain vigilant and emphasized the importance of never connecting their wallets to Discord under any circumstances.

According to BlockBeats, on January 23, Uniswap Labs announced the integration of Flashbots protection into its mobile wallet. This feature provides automatic protection for all transactions on the Ethereum network, effectively safeguarding users against front-running and sandwich attacks, which are types of MEV (Miner Extractable Value) attacks.

According to Foresight News, Hollywood filmmakers Blake J. Harris and Jonah Tulis have announced that they have acquired over 60 hours of footage, including exclusive interviews with Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the dark web marketplace Silk Road, during his life sentence. Ulbricht, who has been detained in the United States for approximately 12 years, has now been released. Harris stated that the documentary is currently in post-production and is expected to be released in 2025. The film will explore how Ulbricht transformed from an Eagle Scout into a central figure in a global manhunt. Tulis mentioned that the documentary aims to clarify many misconceptions about Ulbricht and the circumstances surrounding his arrest.

According to PANews, SlowMist Technology's Chief Information Security Officer, 23pds, reported on the X platform that a data breach has occurred involving a third-party service used by a leading exchange. The breach has exposed a significant amount of employee information, including emails and passwords. The issue has been communicated to the relevant parties for resolution.As the year-end approaches, individuals are advised to remain vigilant and ensure the security of their funds. It is crucial to guard against phishing emails and social engineering attacks by avoiding clicking on unknown links or providing account information.Users are encouraged to promptly change passwords for high-risk accounts and avoid reusing passwords. Enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) is recommended to enhance account security. In the event of unusual logins or suspicious transactions, users should verify and take necessary security measures immediately.

According to PANews, the European Banking Authority (EBA) and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) have released a joint report analyzing decentralized finance (DeFi) and crypto lending and staking. The report highlights that DeFi remains a niche phenomenon, with the value locked in DeFi protocols accounting for 4% of the global crypto asset market value. It also notes that while the European Union's adoption of DeFi is above the global average, it lags behind other developed economies such as the United States and South Korea. The report points out a positive correlation between the number of DeFi hacks and the value of stolen crypto assets with the size of the DeFi market. It also identifies significant money laundering and terrorism financing (ML/TF) risks within DeFi protocols, as decentralized exchanges account for 10% of global spot crypto trading volume. Additionally, the impact of maximum extractable value (MEV) is prevalent in the DeFi market, with its negative externalities requiring technical solutions. Regarding crypto asset lending and staking, the report examines the main business model types and typical characteristics observed in the market, including centralized and decentralized models. Based on limited existing evidence, the participation of EU consumers and financial institutions in crypto lending and staking services appears limited. The report lists and assesses specific risks associated with each service, such as excessive leverage, information asymmetry, ML/TF risk exposure, and systemic risks arising from rehypothecation, collateral chains, procyclicality, and interconnectedness. Particularly, some users may not receive adequate information about the terms and conditions of these services, including fees, interest rates or yields paid, changes in collateral requirements, and other relevant disclosures. However, the EBA and ESMA have not yet identified current risks from a financial stability perspective.

According to Foresight News, Elon Musk responded to comments regarding the alleged hacking of U.S. Treasury Secretary's computer by Chinese hackers, which reportedly led to a data breach at the U.S. Treasury Department. Musk humorously suggested that Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen might have fallen for a phishing email promising to send two bitcoins in exchange for one.

According to Odaily, Tether has utilized Kraken's native Ethereum expansion layer, Ink, to deploy its cross-chain USDT0 token for the first time. The USDT0 token aims to develop into a 'unified liquidity layer' across chains, facilitating easier transfers of USDT within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.