NFT Sales Plummet, Courtyard Takes the Lead

The NFT market is experiencing a downturn, with sales volume dropping 4.7% to $94.7 million this week, according to CryptoSlam data. This follows a week earlier’s $102.8 million in sales, highlighting a continued trend within the broader crypto market slump. Courtyard has recently overtaken CryptoPunks in sales volume, potentially signaling a shift in popular NFT collections.

APX Lending Secures $20 Million Funding Round

APX Lending has secured a $20 million financing round from Cypress Hills, demonstrating continued confidence in the lending sector within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Further details on the investment can be found here.

VeChain Prepares for Digital Product Passports Mandate

Blockchain platform VeChain is well-positioned to support the upcoming 2026 mandate for Digital Product Passports (DPPs). Their tools, like NFT-based product IDs and carbon tracking, allow for transparency and sustainability in supply chains, from raw materials to waste disposal. VeChain is already employed in various industries such as wine, fashion, and logistics.

BlackRock BUIDL Fund Hits $2.372 Billion AUM

BlackRock’s BUIDL Fund has reached a significant milestone, reaching $2.372 billion in assets under management. For further details, see this article.

How to Mine Bitcoin at Home in 2025

Bitcoin mining continues to evolve as a sizable industry, with revenues skyrocketing from 2021 to 2025. This article provides a comprehensive guide for home Bitcoin mining, exploring various approaches. From lottery mining’s low-power, high-risk approach to the complex and capital-intensive world of ASIC mining, pool mining for steady returns, and the often-controversial realm of cloud mining, it offers insights for prospective miners of all types. The article covers the necessary equipment, potential returns, and risk assessments for each strategy. The article can be found here.