Vana Launches New Token Standard for Data-Backed Digital Assets
Key Developments in Cryptocurrency Technology
Vana Launches VRC-20 Token Standard: Vana introduced the VRC-20 standard to enhance trust and transparency in data-backed digital assets. The standard features fixed supply, governance rules, and promotes continuous liquidity through rewards. Vana's mainnet launched in December, with over 12 million data points onboarded through DataDAOs.
Hashgraph to Launch Private Blockchain: Hashgraph plans to debut HashSphere, a private blockchain for regulated industries, in Q3 2025. It aims to ensure compliance while enabling tokenized assets and AI services. Compatible with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), it will integrate Hedera’s existing tools.
ASIC Design Evolution: ASIC manufacturers are shifting towards hydro-cooled server rack designs for bitcoin mining to enhance efficiency. New models from Bitmain, MicroBT, and Auradine aim for better cooling and higher hashrate per unit of space.
Interview with Gensyn CEO Ben Fielding: Fielding discussed decentralized AI and the launch of Gensyn’s Testnet, which integrates blockchain technology. Gensyn focuses on building solutions for machine intelligence across the tech stack.
Web3 Memory Layer Challenge: Implementing Random Linear Network Coding (RLNC) could optimize memory and data access in Web3, addressing current scalability issues without compromising decentralization.
Ripple Integrates RLUSD Stablecoin: Ripple has integrated its stablecoin, RLUSD, into its cross-border payments system, reaching a market capitalization of $244 million, growing 87% over the past month.
Regulatory Updates
The U.S. SEC has paused or dropped over a dozen cases since March 2025, following changes in leadership.
