Maka O Kalani

As a writer, Maka explores how digital assets and decentralized finance can empower communities, promote financial sovereignty, and align with human values of harmony, stewardship, and rising together. Their work spans insightful articles, threads, and creative content on Bitcoin, altcoins, NFTs, DeFi, and the evolving crypto landscape—often infusing a unique island perspective that highlights ethical innovation and cultural resilience.

Ripple-Backed UAE Firm Tokenizes $280M in Diamonds on XRPL

Ripple-Backed UAE Firm Tokenizes $280M in Diamonds on XRPL

Dubai-based diamond management and auction services firm Billiton Diamond FZCO and real-world asset tokenization firm have moved more than $280 million of certified polished diamonds on the XRP Ledger blockchain. Both firms leveraged Ripple’s custody technology to secure the physical diamonds and minted tokens tied to the assets. The move is part of an institutional-grade … Read more

Trump Distances Himself from $500M UAE Investment in his Family Crypto Venture

Trump Distances Himself from $500M UAE Investment in his Family Crypto Venture

U.S. President Donald Trump says that he is completely unaware of a $500 million foreign investment in his family’s crypto venture- World Liberty Financial(WLFI). WLFI was launched by his son, Eric Trump, in 2024, with its public token trade kicking off in late 2025. WLFI token ranks 28th among cryptocurrencies with a market capitalization of … Read more

FTX Users Secure Settlement With Fenwick & West

FTX Users Secure Settlement With Fenwick & West

FTX’s downfall in 2022 November, following a fraud and mismanagement by its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), was a heated topic of discussion back then. Now, three years later, the collapsed crypto exchange FTX and Silicon Valley law firm Fenwick & West have reached a settlement in a lawsuit alleging the firm facilitated malicious activities that … Read more

ING Germany Opens Retail Access to Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana ETPs

ING Germany Opens Retail Access to Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana ETPs

ING Deutschland, the largest retail bank in Germany, now lets customers buy crypto-backed exchange-traded notes and products tracking Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) directly from their bank-linked securities accounts. These are physically-backed instruments issued by established providers, including Bitwise, 21Shares, and VanEck, that can be accessed on regulated European exchanges via ING’s Direct … Read more

BlockDAG Presale Ends With 600M Tokens Unsold Ahead Of Feb 16 Launch

BlockDAG Presale Ends With 600M

The BlockDAG presale is set to go down in cryptocurrency history, recognized as one of the sector’s largest fundraising efforts. Despite ongoing controversies and scam allegations surrounding the BlockDAG project, it has emerged as one of the most sought‑after presales in today’s crypto market. According to the latest updates, the BlockDAG presale campaign, active since … Read more

Tether Unveils Open-Source Bitcoin Mining Software ‘MiningOS’

Tether Unveils Open-Source Bitcoin Mining Software MiningOS

On Monday, Stablecoin giant Tether unveiled MiningOS – the company’s proprietary open-source software stack designed to streamline Bitcoin mining operations while broadening the blockchain’s decentralization. The USDT, XAUT, and USAT issuer stated that the operating system is modular, scalable, and built for use by anyone from hobbyists to large-scale institutions. The move represents a strategic … Read more

HYPE Price Nears $40 on Hyperliquid HIP-4 Upgrade and Outcome Trading Launch

HYPE Price Nears $40 on Hyperliquid HIP-4 Upgrade and Outcome Trading Launch

The Hyperliquid (HYPE) market rose 21.39% over the last 24h, outpacing the broader crypto market (+3.1% total cap). This aligns with a 45% weekly surge, driven by a significant spike in trading value, solidifying whale conviction and institutional support. The testnet launch of Outcome Trading for prediction markets as part of the HIP-4 proposal, as … Read more