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The Web3 asset data platform RootData has outlined Ripple's Web3 business partners, whose crypto supply chain covers key aspects such as RWA tokenization, RLUSD stablecoin distribution, cross-chain infrastructure, and ODL payments (Note: On-Demand Liquidity is a cross-border payment solution based on the XRP cryptocurrency):In the RWA tokenization and infrastructure segment, Ripple has introduced service providers such as Securitize, Ondo Finance, Wormhole, and Chainlink to enhance on-chain asset tokenization and cross-chain interoperability, ensuring system stability and DeFi composability;In terms of RLUSD stablecoin distribution and trading liquidity, support is provided through compliant platforms like Gemini, Moonpay, Bullish, Revolut, and ZeroHash;In the area of cross-border payments and the actual implementation of ODL, heavyweight traditional institutional channels such as SBI Holdings (Japan), Tranglo (Southeast Asia), and Novatti (Australia) may account for over 50% of XRP's actual application trading volume.Structurally, Ripple's Web3 layout emphasizes actual adoption and efficiency: on one hand, its Web3 partners focus on innovative applications such as RWA tokenization, RLUSD stablecoin distribution, and cross-chain infrastructure; on the other hand, its traditional partners clearly lean towards heavyweight institutions that can drive real ODL trading volume and compliant implementation. Related compilation: Ripple Web3 Partner Network Compilation (Continuously Updated)Crypto projects actively showcasing their partner networks have become a key way to enhance transparency and market trust. It is reported that RootData welcomes Web3 project parties to claim data and continues to track and open more project business relationship disclosure channels. The platform has continuously released multiple editions of crypto project ecosystem maps, nominating Web3 ecosystem partners for upstream clients such as Visa, Stripe, and Coinbase.If you wish to nominate your project in future ecosystem maps, please fill out the RootData 2026 Industry Ecosystem Mapping form to supplement your important clients and partners.

According to GlobeNewswire, Sharps Technology announced its 2025 annual report, declaring a comprehensive advancement of its Solana-based digital asset treasury strategy, having accumulated over 2 million SOL, of which approximately 95% is used for staking, with an annualized yield of about 7%. Financial data shows that the company's total assets have significantly increased from $7.3 million at the end of 2024 to $269.1 million, with approximately $250.1 million in digital assets.The total revenue for 2025 is approximately $7 million, of which about $6.8 million comes from staking income, while the revenue share from traditional medical device business has significantly decreased. The company stated that it has basically exited inefficient manufacturing operations and shifted to a new model centered on digital asset management, while also completing a balance sheet restructuring: shareholder equity has risen to $264.4 million, total liabilities have decreased to $4.7 million, and all previously payable notes have been settled.In terms of ecological layout, Sharps has established partnerships with Coinbase, Crypto.com, BitGo, and Jupiter, and launched its own verification nodes. Additionally, the company has raised over $430 million through equity financing and warrants in 2025 for SOL reserve construction. Management stated that in 2026, the focus will be on improving staking yield efficiency and exploring more growth paths based on this asset foundation.

According to Blockspace, one of the largest Bitcoin mining companies in the world, MARA (NASDAQ: MARA), has laid off about 15% of its staff, affecting full-time employees in multiple departments as well as some contractors. CEO Fred Thiel stated in an internal memo that this layoff is not purely a financial decision, but part of the company's strategic transformation from a pure Bitcoin mining company to an energy and digital infrastructure company.Previously, MARA completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Exaion, a subsidiary of the French national energy company EDF, in February this year, officially entering the AI and high-performance computing (HPC) fields, and reached an agreement with data center developer Starwood to repurpose about 1 GW of mining infrastructure for AI workloads.In addition, MARA recently sold over 15,133 BTC (approximately $1.1 billion) to repay $1 billion in convertible bonds, with a net loss of $1.3 billion for the full year of 2025 and an adjusted EBITDA of -$330.8 million. Affected employees will receive one month of paid leave, 13 weeks of severance pay, and full compensation for unused vacation.

The Web3 asset data platform RootData has outlined Robinhood's Web3 partners, whose crypto supply chain covers key aspects such as data services, risk control compliance, and trading liquidity. Compliance capabilities are shifting from a "cost item" to a "competitive barrier."Structurally, Robinhood's crypto layout emphasizes compliance first and robust expansion: on one hand, it holds multiple financial and crypto-related licenses in the U.S. and several other regions, giving it a first-mover advantage in advancing its business within the regulatory framework; on the other hand, its partner selection clearly favors suppliers with strong compliance capabilities and mature institutional-level services.In the risk control and compliance aspects, Robinhood has introduced service providers like TRM Labs and Sardine to enhance on-chain transaction monitoring and anti-fraud capabilities; at the infrastructure level, it ensures system stability and data reliability through established networks and service providers such as Arbitrum, Polygon, Alchemy, and Chainlink; in terms of trading and liquidity, it supports platforms like Bitstamp and WonderFi that have compliance operating experience. Related compilation: 【Robinhood Crypto Partner Network Compilation (Continuously Updated)】Crypto projects actively showcasing their partner networks have become a key way to enhance transparency and market trust. It is reported that RootData welcomes Web3 project parties to claim data and continues to track and open more project business relationship disclosure channels. The platform has continuously released multiple editions of the crypto project ecosystem map, nominating Web3 ecosystem partners for upstream clients such as Visa, Stripe, and Coinbase.If you wish to nominate your project in future ecosystem maps, please fill out the 【RootData 2026 Industry Ecosystem Mapping】 form to supplement your important clients and partners.

Due to the current pressure of approximately $19,000 loss per mined Bitcoin, mining companies are accelerating their transformation towards artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, and are funding related infrastructure investments by selling part of their BTC reserves.Data from CoinShares shows that publicly listed mining companies have collectively announced AI and HPC collaboration projects worth over $70 billion, and the industry as a whole is transforming towards computing power services.

According to a report by Coinshares, Bitcoin mining profit margins are at a historical low. In the first quarter of 2026, the hash price fell to about $28-30 per PH/s/day, reaching a new low after the halving. The weighted average cash cost in the fourth quarter of 2025 reached about $80,000 per coin, with approximately 15-20% of mining machines globally operating at a loss.The transition of mining companies to AI is no longer an option. Publicly listed mining companies have cumulatively announced over $70 billion in AI/HPC contracts, and by the end of 2026, up to 70% of the revenue for listed mining companies may come from AI. Some mining companies are taking on huge debts for AI construction, fundamentally changing the risk landscape of the industry. There is a significant divergence in the valuation of mining companies; those obtaining HPC contracts have an EV/NTM revenue multiple of 12.3 times, while pure mining companies have a multiple of 5.9 times. The industry has differentiated into infrastructure companies and mining companies, with vastly different prospects for both.

According to the official website of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the cryptocurrency exchange Gemini Space Station, Inc. (Gemini) and its founders Tyler Winklevoss, Cameron Winklevoss, and other executives are facing a securities class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Gemini made significant misleading statements in the documents related to its initial public offering (IPO) on September 12, 2025, failing to disclose its plan to shift from its core cryptocurrency trading platform business to a prediction market-centered "Gemini 2.0" model.The lawsuit documents also point out that Gemini announced a 25% layoff in February 2026 after the IPO and exited the markets in the UK, EU, and Australia. Additionally, the company's Chief Financial Officer Dan Chen, Chief Operating Officer Marshall Beard, and Chief Legal Officer Tyler Meade have recently left the company. According to Bitget market data, Gemini's stock price is currently reported at $6.3, down 77.5% from the issuance price of $28, resulting in significant losses for investors.

Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek disclosed on social media that Crypto.com is officially advancing enterprise-level artificial intelligence (AI) integration across the company and simultaneously reducing approximately 12% of its positions. Affected employees have been notified, and the company will provide them with appropriate transitional support resources.Kris Marszalek stated that this strategic adjustment aims to combine the best AI tools with high-performing talent to achieve levels of scalability and precision that were previously unattainable. The positions being cut are primarily functional roles that are deemed unable to adapt to the new business model.

OnGreen, a platform connecting global green technology with the transformation needs of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), announced that its co-founder Zhang Yu (Martin Zhang) has officially assumed the role of Chief Green Officer (CGO). This appointment will further strengthen OnGreen’s capability in executing and implementing ecological restoration and sustainable agriculture projects. Zhang Yu has more than 20 years of practical experience in sustainable agriculture and desertification control. He has been recognized as a “Lifelong Expert in Desertification Control” by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and has led multiple national-level agricultural demonstration projects in Hebei, Shanxi, Gansu, and Qinghai. Zhang Yu stated: “At the OnGreen platform, I hope to bring these experiences to the international stage. By combining physical technologies with the Web3 financial layer, we can accelerate the green transformation of the Middle East and make deserts the foundation of sustainable civilization.” This appointment comes as OnGreen accelerates the development of its Oasis Journey model. The model integrates desertification control, low-carbon construction, AI optimization, and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, and will align with regional strategic initiatives such as the Saudi Green Initiative and UAE Net Zero 2050. OnGreen is the Web3-enabled green technology platform transforming the Middle East and North Africa region from Sand to Seed, Brown to Green, Desert to Oasis. Through blockchain-verified impact measurement and the Oasis Journey ecosystem model, OnGreen creates transparent, accessible, and community-driven environmental transformation. The platform's ESG Token, Carbon Credit Registry and Green Asset Exchange shall provide the digital infrastructure for MENA's transition to a sustainable economy.

According to market news, as the price of Bitcoin has fallen more than 40% from last year's peak, large mining companies holding over $8 billion in Bitcoin are quietly accelerating their sell-off.Unlike previous sell-offs aimed at covering costs, this round of selling is reallocating funds to the artificial intelligence sector. Mining companies are repositioning their facilities, which also benefit from cheap electricity and capital-intensive infrastructure, as AI data center operators to secure a more predictable source of income than Bitcoin mining. MARA Holdings, the second-largest holder of Bitcoin after Strategy, is adjusting its strategy and may sell a portion of its nearly $4 billion reserves.CleanSpark and Riot Platforms have restructured their executive teams to accelerate the AI transformation. Bitdeer has emptied its Bitcoin holdings. Analysts point out that the sell-off by mining companies has triggered market anxiety, but the proceeds from the sales are being used for strategic reallocation rather than survival, and the profit outlook for mining companies is actually more optimistic.

Bitcoin mining company Core Scientific (NASDAQ: CORZ) expects to sell all of its approximately 2,500 bitcoins in the first quarter of 2026 to enhance liquidity and fund capital expenditures related to its AI computing hosting expansion.In its annual report submitted on Monday, the company stated, "The majority of the bitcoin reserves are currently expected to be sold in the first quarter," but the specific timing and amount will depend on market conditions and liquidity needs, and may be adjusted. As of December 31, 2025, Core Scientific held 2,537 bitcoins.

Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company Cipher Digital has released its fiscal year 2025 performance report, which discloses that the company has officially changed its name from "Cipher Mining" to "Cipher Digital" to complete its brand transformation. In terms of financing, the company has completed three financing transactions totaling $3.73 billion, including: $1.4 billion in senior secured note financing, $333 million in same-rate note financing, and $2 billion in senior secured note financing. These funds are expected to support its upgrade to a next-generation computing power infrastructure development and operation platform in 2026.

According to Forbes, over the past few weeks, the price of Ethereum has continued to fluctuate narrowly around $2,000. Several market observers have pointed out that this reflects Ethereum being caught in a "narrative gap."Analyst Callan Sarre stated, "For the past few years, the story of Ethereum has been simple—L2 carries the scale, while the base layer remains lean and secure. Now, L2 has processed billions of dollars in weekly trading volume, with fees dropping over 90%, but the question is where long-term value accumulates." The market is pushing zero-knowledge technology and privacy features closer to the base layer, "for traders clinging to old models, it feels like the ground is shifting beneath their feet."Sarre emphasized the contradiction between transparency and institutional demand: "Today, every Ethereum transaction is completely public and transparent, which doesn't work for CFOs managing corporate treasuries or funds deploying nine-figure positions. If Ethereum is to attract trillions in institutional capital, privacy must be built into the protocol layer."Grayscale began distributing staking rewards to U.S. Ethereum ETF holders in January, and BlackRock has also applied for its staking ETH fund. PrimeXBT senior market analyst Jonatan Randin stated, "This changes the nature of Ethereum ETFs—not just price exposure, but income-generating products." He emphasized that the growth of the options market is reshaping the asset's volatility characteristics, "the options market around spot ETFs introduces dynamics like covered calls and dealer hedging that didn't exist two years ago."

Transform Ventures CEO Michael Terpin stated at the Consensus conference in Hong Kong that Bitcoin may need to return to the $50,000 or even $40,000 range to form a true bottom and begin a lasting recovery.Terpin believes that the current crypto market is developing according to historical patterns, and he is skeptical of recent bullish predictions, stating that Bitcoin typically reaches a bull market peak in the fourth quarter after halving, followed by a correction, which is consistent with previous cycles. He pointed out that in past cycles, it often took about a year for the bubble to burst and hit the bottom, and the current market environment is fragile, which may lead to another pain point. Terpin emphasized that Bitcoin's halving mechanism, which reduces miner rewards approximately every four years, creates supply shocks and enhances scarcity, and this design has historically been a key factor in driving bull markets.

Cookie DAO announced on platform X that it will transform into a prediction market platform, betting on the fastest-growing track in the crypto space.According to previous news from ChainCatcher, Cookie DAO announced the cessation of operations for Snaps.

According to Globenewswire, Nasdaq-listed TON Treasury company AlphaTON Capital has released an update on its strategic roadmap, disclosing that the company has raised a total of $44 million to date, aiming to expand AI infrastructure deployment and gradually transform into a privacy-focused AI infrastructure provider.In addition, AlphaTON Capital also revealed that it launched the open-source platform Claude Connector based on the TON blockchain through Telegram last week, enabling users to manage digital assets through natural language conversations.