Dan Ives, renowned technology and AI expert and Wall Street analyst, to serve as Chairman of the Board
In an increasingly agentic world, World is delivering critical “Proof of Human” (PoH)
“If we succeed on our mission, World might become the largest network of real people online, fundamentally changing how we interact and transact throughout the Internet,” says Sam Altman
The transaction was led by MOZAYYX with a strategic investment from BitMine Immersion (BMNR) and participation from World Foundation, Discovery Capital Management, GAMA, FalconX, Kraken, Pantera, GSR, Coinfund, Occam Crest, Diametric, Brevan Howard, Wedbush and more
EASTON, Pa., Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) (“Eightco Holdings Inc.” or the “Company”) today announced it has changed its Nasdaq ticker symbol to “ORBS.” Beginning today, September 11, 2025, shares of the Company’s common stock will trade on Nasdaq under the new ticker symbol “ORBS.” The Company is not undertaking any other corporate action that affects the rights of outstanding common stock, and no action is required by shareholders in connection with the ticker symbol change. This follows the closing of its recently announced $270 Million private placement to implement the first-of-its-kind Worldcoin treasury strategy.
The transaction was led by MOZAYYX with participation from a premier list of institutional investors including World Foundation, Discovery Capital Management, GAMA, FalconX, Kraken, Pantera, GSR, Coinfund, Occam Crest, Diametric, Brevan Howard, Wedbush and more. A $20 million investment was made by BitMine Immersion (NYSE AMERICAN: BMNR).
“Changing our ticker to ORBS marks a defining moment for Eightco, signaling our commitment to leading the Proof of Human revolution,” said Dan Ives, the newly appointed Chairman of the Board. “ORBS symbolizes the foundation of trust and authentication in the AI era. With World’s zero-knowledge Proof of Human, individuals’ identities are verified without storing personal data on the blockchain, ensuring both security and privacy. This is more than a ticker change. It’s a clear signal of where the future is headed, and ORBS is at the eye of it all.”
World’s proprietary iris-scanning Orb technology is designed to meet the security and identity challenges of the future, offering a path to a universally trusted digital identity and the foundation for the next generation of online trust, verification and economic exchange.
The Orbs are the hardware backbone of Worldcoin, verifying unique humans, distributing tokens fairly, and creating a trusted digital identity system. World will be the leading verification platform for consumers around the world.
RF Lafferty & Co., Inc. acted as the Exclusive Placement Agent in connection with the private placement.
Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. acted as financial advisor to the lead investor, MOZAYYX.
Moelis & Company LLC acted as financial advisor to BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR).
Winston & Strawn LLP acted as counsel to the lead investor, MOZAYYX.
Graubard Miller acted as counsel to the Company.
Lucosky Brookman LLP acted as counsel to the placement agent.
The offer and sale of the foregoing securities were made in a private placement in reliance on an exemption from the registration requirement of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and/or Regulation D promulgated thereunder, and applicable state securities laws. Accordingly, the securities offered in the private placement may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from the registration requirement of the Securities Act and such applicable state securities laws. Concurrently with the execution of the securities purchase agreements, the Company and the investors entered into a registration rights agreement pursuant to which the Company has agreed to file a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) registering the resale of the shares of common stock to be issued or issuable in connection with the offering.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.
ABOUT EIGHTCO HOLDINGS INC.
Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ORBS) is delivering a first-of-its-kind Worldcoin (WLD) treasury strategy. With this digital asset treasury (DAT), Eightco is advancing the AI revolution, implementing a technology infrastructure layer that is integral to the future of authentication, verification and Proof of Human (PoH). In an increasingly agentic world, Eightco aims to achieve a universal foundation for digital identity.
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Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements in this press release other than statements of historical fact could be deemed forward looking. Words such as “plans,” “expects,” “will,” “anticipates,” “continue,” “expand,” “advance,” “develop” “believes,” “guidance,” “target,” “may,” “remain,” “project,” “outlook,” “intend,” “estimate,” “could,” “should,” and other words and terms of similar meaning and expression are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such terms. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current beliefs and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties and are not guarantees of future performance. Actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement as a result of various factors, including, without limitation: Eightco’s ability to maintain compliance with the Nasdaq’s continued listing requirements; unexpected costs, charges or expenses that reduce Eightco’s capital resources; Eightco’s inability to raise adequate capital to fund its business; Eightco’s inability to innovate and attract users for Eightco’s products; future legislation and rulemaking negatively impacting digital assets; and shifting public and governmental positions on digital asset mining activity. Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. For a discussion of other risks and uncertainties, and other important factors, any of which could cause Eightco’s actual results to differ from those contained in forward-looking statements, see Eightco’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including in its Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on April 15, 2025. All information in this press release is as of the date of the release, and Eightco undertakes no duty to update this information or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of such statements to reflect future events or developments, except as required by law.
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, September 11th, 2025, Chainwire
From the Fairway to Fintech: Swinging Into Trust
KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, is proud to announce a landmark global partnership with golf icon Adam Scott, who will officially join as KuCoin’s Global Brand Ambassador. This collaboration marks KuCoin’s first-ever entry into the world of professional sports, underscoring a shared commitment to trust, integrity, and excellence.
In recent years, the crypto industry has become one of the most dynamic forces in the global economy, gaining momentum across culture, finance, and technology. Building on this momentum, KuCoin is proud to announce its partnership with Adam Scott — the first major collaboration between a leading crypto exchange and a world-class golf champion. The partnership reflects KuCoin’s ambition to break new ground and connect with global audiences, built on values both KuCoin and Scott stand for: trust, precision, and resilience.
Adam Scott is no stranger to global brand partnerships. Now, by joining KuCoin as Global Brand Ambassador, Scott continues his legacy of aligning with world-class brands that share his values of consistency, resilience, and excellence.
Adam Scott, speaking on the partnership, said: “It is an honour to partner with KuCoin as their first Global Brand Ambassador. I firmly believe that cryptocurrency will play an important role in the future of finance, and I am personally interested in how it empowers people worldwide. I am looking forward to working closely with KuCoin as we build something special together.”
BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin, added: “This partnership with Adam Scott marks KuCoin’s first official crossover into sports, and it was essential for us to find a partner who embodies reliability, integrity, and trust. We are proud to welcome Adam Scott as KuCoin’s Global Brand Ambassador. His reputation, resilience, and consistency make him the ideal partner as we expand our global horizons. We are thrilled to have him join the KuCoin family.”
This milestone collaboration unites a world-class athlete and a trusted global exchange, setting the stage for future partnerships that will inspire millions worldwide. Together, KuCoin and Adam Scott reaffirm a shared belief: trust is the foundation of every great achievement — on the green and in the digital economy alike.
About Adam Scott
Adam Scott is one of the most accomplished and respected golfers of his generation. Born in Australia, Scott turned professional in 2000 and quickly made his mark on the international stage with his trademark smooth swing and unwavering consistency. He reached the pinnacle of the sport in 2014, becoming World No. 1, and has earned more than 30 professional victories worldwide — including his historic triumph at the 2013 Masters Tournament, where he became the first and only Australian ever to win the coveted Green Jacket.
A model of longevity and resilience, Scott has competed in 97 consecutive major championships, a rare milestone that reflects both his elite performance and enduring presence at the highest level of golf. Beyond his on-course achievements, he is admired for his professionalism, integrity, and calm under pressure, making him a role model for athletes around the world.
Throughout his career, Scott has partnered with iconic global brands, underscoring his reputation for excellence, trust, and stability. Today, he continues to inspire fans worldwide, balancing competitive goals with mentoring the next generation and giving back through his foundation.
Users can learn more: https://www.adamscott.com/
About KuCoin
Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform built on trust, serving over 41 million users across 200+ countries and regions. With established recognition for its reliability, the platform leverages cutting-edge blockchain technology, robust liquidity solutions, and advanced user account protections to deliver a secure trading environment. KuCoin offers access to 1,000+ digital assets and solutions including Web3 wallet, Spot and Futures trading, institutional services, and payments. Recognized by Forbes as one of the “Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges” and a “Top 50 Global Unicorn” by Hurun, KuCoin holds SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications and committed to security, compliance, and innovation under the leadership of CEO BC Wong.
Users can learn more: https://www.kucoin.com/
Contact
KuCoin Media Team
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Seoul & Palo Alto, South Korea & United Sates, September 10th, 2025, Chainwire
With its September 23 debut fast approaching, Origin Summit reveals a powerful second wave of speakers at the forefront of culture, AI, blockchain, and capital
Story, the world’s IP blockchain, in collaboration with Blockworks), today revealed a powerful second wave of speakers and participants who will take the stage during Korea Blockchain Week in Seoul.The speaker line upbrings together leading voices across AI, blockchain, and finance to explore how intellectual property (IP) is becoming the most consequential real-world asset class of the AI era set to unlock an $80 trillion, illiquid market at the heart of AI’s next evolution.
Hosted by Story, the world’s IP blockchain, in collaboration with Blockworks and Korea Economic Daily (Korea’s largest finance media group), Origin Summit is the premier institutional forum at the intersection of AI, capital, and programmable IP.
This second wave strengthens Origin Summit’s mission: to bridge culture, institutional capital, AI, and next-generation infrastructure. These speakers bring unique perspectives on everything from entertainment and gaming IP to digital identity, tokenization, and the future of AI-native creative economies.
Wave 2 Confirmed Speakers & Participants:
Sooman Lee – Founder, SM Entertainment; Founder & CEO, A2O Entertainment
Visionary founder of SM Entertainment, widely regarded as the architect of modern K-pop, having launched global icons like H.O.T., BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls’ Generation, and EXO. Now leading A2O Entertainment with a focus on AI-driven cultural innovation.
Arthur Hayes – Co-founder & former CEO, BitMEX
Legendary crypto pioneer and macro thinker. As co-founder of BitMEX, Hayes helped usher in the crypto derivatives era and remains a powerful voice on decentralized finance and global markets.
Justin Sun – Founder, TRON; Member, HTX Global Advisory Board
Known for bold moves and industry-shaping deals, Justin Sun is the Founder of TRON and Advisor to HTX. Justin built one of the most globally scaled L1s in history and remains a prominent voice in global crypto adoption.
A Convergence of AI, IP, and Real-World Value
Intellectual property (IP) is the backbone of global creativity, culture, and innovation. IP spans everything from AI training data and music catalogs to biotech patents, entertainment franchises, and user-generated content. Valued at over $80 trillion, IP is one of the world’s largest and most important asset classes, but it remains fragmented, illiquid, and largely invisible to markets.
As artificial intelligence advances, access to verified, rights-cleared IP is becoming critical. Models need structured data, not scraped content, and AI-native applications require infrastructure that can trace, license, and monetize contributions in real time. Meanwhile, institutional capital is searching for the next wave of real-world assets, and crypto is evolving from speculation to programmable ownership. IP sits at the center of this convergence. Origin Summit brings together the builders, investors, and cultural leaders unlocking the programmable IP economy, where AI, crypto, and capital align around one of the most consequential frontiers of the next decade.
Why Korea
Few places on earth better capture the convergence of culture, capital, and technology than South Korea. It’s home to one of the world’s most digitally fluent populations, a booming creative IP sector, widespread digital-asset adoption, and some of the strongest industrial players advancing embodied AI.
- Cultural IP exports, including music, gaming, film, and animation, reached $13.6 billion in 2024.
- IP exports have more than tripled over the past decade, hitting $9.85 billion.
- South Korea has the largest number of paid ChatGPT subscribers outside the U.S., reflecting its world-leading AI adoption. Weekly usage has exploded (up 4.5× over the past year), making it one of the most dynamic and AI-savvy markets globally.
- Korea is fast emerging as the frontier of Physical AI and robotics, with Samsung, LG, Hyundai, and SK leading the charge. It has the world’s highest robot density (1,012 per 10,000 workers) and a robotics market growing nearly 15% annually, reinforced by the K-Humanoid Alliance aiming for advanced humanoids by 2028.
- Crypto adoption is surging, with 30% of the population (~15.6 million people) actively investing in digital assets.
- South Korean exchanges currently capture nearly 50% of global altcoin trading volume.
- Coupled with a vibrant retail trading base ($663B in KRW trades vs USD markets) and consolidated liquidity on platforms like Upbit and Bithumb, Korea has emerged as a critical hub for digital asset innovation.
- The domestic crypto market reached a value of ₩102 trillion, with daily trading volumes up 20% year-over-year.
Wave 1: Previously Announced Speakers
Wave 1 speakers include creators and executives behind BLACKPINK, BTS, Baby Shark, Lineage, and leading institutions across finance, blockchain, and entertainment:
- Kyoung In Jung (CEO, The Black Label)
- Ryan Seungkyu Lee (Co-founder, The Pinkfong Company)
- Amy Oldenburg (Head of Emerging Markets, Morgan Stanley)
- Lee Sung-soo (CAO, SM Entertainment)
- Jake Jaekyung Song (Co-founder, Nexon)
- Rayhaneh Sharif-Askary (MD, Grayscale)
- Brandon Yu (President, HYBE APAC)
- Luca Netz (CEO, Pudgy Penguins & Igloo)
- Sunghwan Choi (President, SK Networks)
- Yat Siu (Chairman, Animoca Brands)
- Sandeep Nailwal (Co-founder, Polygon)
- Jangwon Lee (CEO, Contents Technologies)
Event Logistics
Date: September 23, 2025
Location: Seoul, South Korea (during Korea Blockchain Week)
Format: Curated for institutional investors, IP holders, AI builders, and cultural leaders
Website: www.originsummit.xyz
Registration: Limited capacity. Interested parties can request access via the event website.
Produced by: Story Protocol, in collaboration with Blockworks and Korea Economic Daily
About Origin Summit
Origin Summit is the premier institutional event at the intersection of AI, blockchain, finance and intellectual property. Hosted by Story, in collaboration with Blockworks and Hankyung Media Group, the Summit convenes global leaders to define the infrastructure powering the programmable IP economy. Taking place during Korea Blockchain Week 2025 in Seoul, Origin Summit will explore how AI, crypto, and capital are converging to unlock the world’s most valuable untapped asset class.
About Story
Backed with $136 million from a16z, Polychain, and Samsung Ventures, Story launched its mainnet in February 2025 and has rapidly become the leading blockchain infrastructure for tokenized intellectual property. Story is a blockchain purpose-built to make intellectual property a programmable digital asset with embedded rights. It enables creators, developers, enterprises, and AI labs to turn media, data, and AI-generated content into programmable, legally enforceable digital assets, fueling use cases across AI, entertainment, robotics, and more. Designed for scale, Story bridges the gap between outdated legal frameworks and the realities of AI-era creation, making it possible to track provenance, automate licensing, and unlock new markets for ideas. As the foundation for $IP’s evolution into an internet-native asset class, Story powers a more open, equitable, and composable creative economy. Users can learn more at https://www.story.foundation.
About Blockworks
Blockworks is an information platform that sits at the center of the crypto industry. We transform raw, complex data and facts into actionable research, trusted news, alpha-driven insights, and world-class events. The result is transparency and confidence. They enable investors, operators, and institutions to see past the noise, make better decisions, and drive the industry forward.
Contact
Head of Communications
HV
PIP Labs
henri.vies@piplabs.xyz
SINGAPORE, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Remi Technology, a pioneer in compliant digital finance solutions, today launched the Remi Global Stablecoin Clearing System—a first-of-its-kind infrastructure integrating banking-grade settlement with built-in AML/CFT and RegTech capabilities. This breakthrough redefines cross-border finance by merging stablecoin efficiency with regulatory certainty for banks, financial institutions, and Web3 enterprises.
A New Standard for Compliant Digital Finance
The Remi System delivers a regulation-ready framework for stablecoin issuance, trading, and settlement, addressing critical pain points in global payments:
- Instant, low-cost interbank transactions with embedded compliance
- Real-time liquidity via full integration with traditional banking systems
- Live regulatory oversight for transparent, auditable workflows
- Robust AML/CFT controls to protect institutions and users from illicit funds
Remi Tech’s RegTech innovation delivers a unified on-chain/off-chain KYC infrastructure, complemented by three dedicated regulatory dashboards: Real-Time Screening, AML, and Operational Monitoring. These provide regulators with real-time data access and advanced monitoring capabilities.
By combining FinTech with RegTech in one KYC framework, Remi eliminates the speed-compliance trade-off, enabling secure and efficient inter-institutional transactions. It also delivers real-time insights to monetary policymakers via regulatory dashboards.
The system includes a dedicated module to help central banks monitor key stablecoin metrics—such as interest rates, M0, M2, and exchange rates—across onshore and offshore markets. It allows authorities to assess impacts on monetary policy transmission and prevent sharp rate fluctuations in interest and exchange rates.
Remi’s solution also features:
- Automated regulatory reporting
- AI-driven transaction monitoring
- Jurisdictional compliance tracking
“Traditional finance prioritizes security and compliance, while Web3 emphasizes efficiency. Remi uniquely resolves this trilemma with a seamless, unified solution,” stated YongCheng Zhang, CTO of Remi Tech, “Our platform enables banks and digital asset issuers to harness stablecoins’ potential—without regulatory compromise. It builds the foundation for a new era of global financial connectivity.”
Industry Firsts: Why Remi Stands Apart
- First instant stablecoin-powered interbank settlement network with low costs
- First stablecoin platform fully integrated with banking systems
- First stablecoin platform with embedded AML/CFT capabilities
- First stablecoin platform enabling real-time regulatory oversight
- First stablecoin platform enabling FX trading
- First end-to-end solutions empowering stablecoin ecosystem
About Remi Technology
Remi Technology is a Singapore-based fintech company that delivers stablecoin clearing and settlement infrastructures for banks and financial institutions worldwide. Find us at www.remitech.ai or www.linkedin.com/company/remi-tech.
Contact:
Remi Business Development Team:
Dubai, UAE, September 10th, 2025, Chainwire
Falcon Finance is excited to announce its Community Sale on Buidlpad, a compliant community-first fair token access platform that connects protocols with real communities globally.
Falcon Finance is pioneering the first universal collateralization infrastructure, designed to unlock liquidity from any crypto asset. From BTC, ETH, SOL, stablecoins, and select altcoins to tokenized RWAs such as Treasuries, Falcon transforms them into USD-pegged liquidity that seamlessly connects TradFi and DeFi. Falcon is innovating a highly scalable infrastructure that redefines how collateral, liquidity, and asset ownership interact across financial domains.
Falcon Finance has been gaining strong momentum with its USDf supply reaching $1.5 billion while its total reserves surpassed $1.6 billion. This Community Sale marks the next phase of Falcon’s explosive growth and will distribute its $FF token to participants.
Buidlpad has a proven track record of connecting tier-1 protocols with real users, with over $220 million committed by more than 40,000 verified users in three recent campaigns in 2025. Falcon is excited to build on this momentum.
Andrei Grachev, Managing Partner of Falcon Finance commented, “The launch of $FF through Buidlpad is an important milestone in Falcon’s journey to make universal collateralization accessible to everyone.
We’ve built one of the fastest-growing digital dollar ecosystems, with USDf supply already surpassing $1.5 billion, but what excites us most is opening this next phase to our community.
By working with Buidlpad, we’re ensuring that real users, and not just institutions, can also share in Falcon’s growth.
This is more than a token sale; it’s a chance for people to participate directly in building the collateral infrastructure that will power trillions in tokenized assets and shape the future of global finance.”
Falcon previously received a $10 million strategic investment from World Liberty Financial (WLFI). Now, through Buidlpad, it is extending this opportunity to the wider community.
“Falcon’s USDf is one of the fastest-growing digital dollar solutions in the space, redefining on-chain capital efficiency which is a constant demand on the market from both retail and institutional users. Its innovation to universal collateralization opens the door to bridging TradFi and DeFi liquidity. We look forward to working with the Falcon team to offer our users this great opportunity. By bringing Falcon and real communities together, we invite our users to participate in this digital dollar revolution.” said Erick Zhang (@ErickNomad), managing partner of Nomad Capital and founder of Buidlpad.
About $FF
$FF is the native token that captures the growth of Falcon Finance, the first universal collateralization infrastructure. As more assets are deposited and USDf adoption expands, $FF becomes the core asset tied to the protocol’s scale and success.
Holding $FF gives users access to protocol utility and features, but more importantly, it positions them to benefit directly as Falcon’s ecosystem grows. With $1.5 billion in USDf already issued and reserves continuing to climb, the foundation is set for expansion across DeFi and TradFi.
Falcon is building the collateral infrastructure to support trillions in tokenized assets. $FF is the way to get exposure to that future.
Community Sale Details
- Total Community Sale Size: $4,000,000
- Fully-diluted Valuation: $350,000,000 or $450,000,000 depending on staking criteria
- Contribution Range: $50 – $4,000 (increased cap for long-term stakers & users with above 5 million Falcon Miles)
- Accepted Assets: USD1 (ERC-20 or BEP-20)
- Vesting Schedule: 100% unlocked on $FF TGE
Falcon is also proud to offer its users special benefits in this sale as gratitude for actively participating and supporting the Falcon ecosystem. Eligible users with USDf or sUSDf worth at least $3,000 locked in Boosted Yield will be able to enjoy the lower pricing at the FDV of $350,000,000. For users that have locked their stake for at least 3 months and/or have more than 5 million Falcon Miles, they will have an additional increased contribution cap. For more details about participation rules, please refer to https://buidlpad.com/projects/Falcon.
Users are encouraged to visit https://pool.buidlpad.com/projects/Falcon to stake and receive a one-off 50% bonus on Falcon Miles rewards multiple from locking through Buidlpad.
Key Dates
- UGC Campaign: Now – September 16, 2025, 11:59 AM UTC
- KYC Registration & Subscription Period: September 16, 12:00 PM UTC – September 19, 11:59 AM UTC
All users must complete KYC to participate. The subscription period is where users can register their interest in the $FF Community Sale on Buidlpad.
- Contribution Window: September 22, 10:00 AM UTC – September 23, 10:00 AM UTC
The contribution window requires eligible users to commit assets.
- Settlement & Refunds: By September 26, 4:00 PM UTC
Participation in the Community Sale is subject to detailed terms and conditions set out in the applicable purchase agreement, which is binding on all participants. Participation may be subject to certain conditions and eligibility criteria (including completion of KYC and no access from restricted jurisdictions), as more fully described on https://buidlpad.com/projects/Falcon.
About Falcon
Falcon Finance is building a universal collateral infrastructure that turns any custody-ready asset, including digital assets, currency-backed tokens, and tokenized real-world assets, into USD-pegged onchain liquidity.
By bridging onchain and offchain financial systems, Falcon gives institutions, protocols, and capital allocators a simple way to unlock stable and yield-generating liquidity from the assets they already hold. Learn more: falcon.finance.
About Buidlpad
Buidlpad is a compliant crypto token access platform that puts communities first for exposure in high quality pre-token projects. With just three campaigns this year with Solayer, Sahara AI and Lombard, users have committed in total over $220 million in assets on Buidlpad. In response to the growing disconnect and dominance of institutional airdrop farms and VCs, Buidlpad prioritizes connecting projects and enthusiastic communities to bring ownership back where it belongs — with the users who care about and actively contribute to the crypto space. This approach ensures effective distribution, scalability and long-term sustainability for project teams, while also providing transparent exposure and participation opportunities for real individual users.
Important Disclaimer
The content herein is provided for information purposes only. No information contained here constitute, or should be construed as, an offer to sell, solicitation of an offer to buy, or recommendation to subscribe for, any tokens or financial products. Participants are responsible for conducting their own independent research, due diligence, and assessment of the suitability and risks of participating, including obtaining professional advice they deem necessary.
Neither Falcon Finance nor Buidlpad, nor any of their respective affiliates, directors, officers, employees, or agents, accepts any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from any reliance on the information provided herein or from participation in the Community Sale, except to the extent required by applicable law.
Contact
Andrei Grachev
press@falcon.finance
Dan Ives, renowned technology and AI expert and Wall Street analyst, to serve as Chairman of the Board
In an increasingly agentic world, World is delivering critical “Proof of Human” (PoH)
“If we succeed on our mission, World might become the largest network of real people online, fundamentally changing how we interact and transact throughout the Internet” says Sam Altman
The transaction was led by MOZAYYX with a strategic investment from BitMine Immersion (BMNR) and participation from World Foundation, Discovery Capital Management, GAMA, FalconX, Kraken, Pantera, GSR, Coinfund, Occam Crest, Diametric, Brevan Howard, Wedbush and more
EASTON, Pa., Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — (NASDAQ: OCTO) (“Eightco Holdings Inc.” or the “Company”) today announced the closing of its recently announced $270 Million private placement to implement the first-of-its-kind Worldcoin treasury strategy.
The transaction was led by MOZAYYX with participation from a premier list of institutional investors including World Foundation, Discovery Capital Management, GAMA, FalconX, Kraken, Pantera, GSR, Coinfund, Occam Crest, Diametric, Brevan Howard, Wedbush and more. A $20 million investment was made by BitMine Immersion (NYSE AMERICAN: BMNR).
“Since announcing the private placement, we’ve seen tremendous interest in OCTO and Worldcoin,” said Dan Ives, newly appointed Chairman of the Board. “Proof of Human is the next critical step in the AI revolution, and World is uniquely positioned to deliver the trust, verification and authentication that the world needs as AI becomes more deeply embedded in every aspect of our lives.”
Proceeds from the private placement will be used for the Company to acquire and hold Worldcoin (WLD) as its treasury reserve asset, while continuing its focus on the core business operations. While the treasury may also hold cash and Ethereum (ETH) as secondary reserve assets, the emphasis will be on Worldcoin.
The Company also announced that the Nasdaq trading symbol for the Company’s common stock will be changing to “ORBS.” Beginning Thursday, September 11, 2025, shares of the Company’s common stock will trade on Nasdaq under the new ticker symbol “ORBS.” The Company is not undertaking any other corporate action that affects the rights of outstanding common stock, and no action is required by shareholders in connection with the ticker symbol change.
World creates a zero knowledge (ZK) Proof of Human so a person’s human information is not stored on the blockchain. World’s proprietary iris-scanning Orb technology is designed to meet the security and identity challenges of the future, offering a path to a universally trusted digital identity and the foundation for the next generation of online trust, verification and economic exchange.
The Orbs are the hardware backbone of Worldcoin, verifying unique humans, distributing tokens fairly, and creating a trusted digital identity system. World will be the leading verification platform for consumers around the world.
RF Lafferty & Co., Inc. acted as the Exclusive Placement Agent in connection with the private placement.
Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. acted as financial advisor to the lead investor, MOZAYYX.
Moelis & Company LLC acted as financial advisor to BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR).
Winston & Strawn LLP acted as counsel to the lead investor, MOZAYYX.
Graubard Miller acted as counsel to the Company.
Lucosky Brookman LLP acted as counsel to the placement agent.
The offer and sale of the foregoing securities were made in a private placement in reliance on an exemption from the registration requirement of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act and/or Regulation D promulgated thereunder, and applicable state securities laws. Accordingly, the securities offered in the private placement may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from the registration requirement of the Securities Act and such applicable state securities laws. Concurrently with the execution of the securities purchase agreements, the Company and the investors entered into a registration rights agreement pursuant to which the Company has agreed to file a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) registering the resale of the shares of common stock to be issued or issuable in connection with the offering.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.
ABOUT EIGHTCO HOLDINGS INC.
Eightco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: OCTO) is committed to growth of its subsidiaries, made up of Forever 8, an inventory capital and management platform for e-commerce sellers, and Ferguson Containers, Inc., a provider of complete manufacturing and logistical solutions for product and packaging needs, through strategic management and investment. In addition, the Company is actively seeking new opportunities to add to its portfolio of technology solutions focused on the e-commerce ecosystem through strategic acquisitions. Through a combination of innovative strategies and focused execution, Eightco aims to create significant value and growth for its portfolio companies and stockholders.
For additional details, follow on X:
https://x.com/eightcoholdings
https://x.com/iamhuman_orbs
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Miami, United States, September 9th, 2025, Chainwire
House of Doge, the official corporate arm of the Dogecoin Foundation, today announced a strategic partnership with Bitstamp USA Inc., naming the financial services platform Bitstamp by Robinhood (NASDAQ:HOOD) as the trading venue of the Official Dogecoin Treasury that was recently established with CleanCore Solutions, Inc. (NYSE American: ZONE).
The Official Dogecoin Treasury, launched to provide long-term stability and transparency around Dogecoin’s ecosystem treasury, will now be securely held on Bitstamp by Robinhood’s trusted platform. This partnership underscores both companies’ commitment to building a more structured, utility-driven future for Dogecoin and represents a foundational step toward future yield-bearing opportunities for DOGE holders.
“We’re excited that House of Doge and CleanCore have chosen Bitstamp by Robinhood as their home for trading and custody,” said Nicola White, VP of Crypto Institutions at Robinhood. “With one of the strongest regulatory track records in crypto, we’re proud to provide a secure and trusted platform to help grow the Dogecoin ecosystem. ”
Through this partnership, House of Doge intends to form stronger financial bonds with the global Dogecoin community – including active traders, long term holders and miners who are powering the network.
“Bitstamp by Robinhood has long been one of the most trusted retail platforms for Dogecoin investors,” said Marco Margiotta, CEO of House of Doge. “By securing the Official Dogecoin Treasury with Bitstamp by Robinhood, we’re not just safeguarding assets, we’re laying the groundwork for a Dogecoin financial ecosystem where holders will soon be able to participate in broader economic utility applications.”
This partnership follows a wave of new developments at House of Doge, including licensing agreements, product partnerships, and upcoming integrations that will bring Dogecoin utility into the consumer and enterprise markets.
About House of Doge
House of Doge is the official corporate arm of the Dogecoin Foundation, committed to advancing Dogecoin (DOGE) as a widely accepted and decentralized global currency. By investing in the infrastructure needed to bring Dogecoin into everyday commerce, House of Doge is building secure, scalable, and efficient systems for real-world use. From payments and financial products to real-world asset tokenization and cultural partnerships, House of Doge is leading the next era of crypto utility, where Dogecoin goes beyond the meme and fulfills its mission of Doing Only Good Everyday on a global scale.
About Bitstamp by Robinhood
Bitstamp by Robinhood is one of the world’s longest-standing cryptocurrency exchanges, providing safe and open access to crypto markets since 2011. It is known for its secure, transparent, and regulation-first approach. Bitstamp USA Inc. holds a BitLicense in New York, a Virtual Currency License in Louisiana, and money transmitter licenses in 41 other states; Bitstamp Asia Pte. Ltd. holds a Major Payment Institution License in Singapore, and Bitstamp Europe S.A. is the first entity registered under the EU’s MiCA framework via Luxembourg and holds a Payment Institution License there. Bitstamp UK Ltd. is registered as a crypto-asset firm with the Financial Conduct Authority in the United Kingdom. Each of these entities is an indirect subsidiary of Robinhood Markets, Inc. Bitstamp by Robinhood is the only crypto exchange to earn nine consecutive AA ratings in CCData’s Exchange Benchmark report.
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Director of Communications
Angela Gorman
House of Doge
angela@houseofdoge.com
Victoria, Seychelles, September 9th, 2025, Chainwire
Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has introduced OPENUSDT for futures trading. The USDT-margined perpetual contract supports up to 20x leverage and is now available with full integration of Bitget’s advanced futures trading bots.
The OPENUSDT contract enables 24/7 trading of the underlying asset OPEN, with a tick size of 0.0001 and funding fee settlements occurring every four hours. Settlement is conducted in USDT, offering traders a stable margin currency to manage positions effectively in volatile market conditions.
Traders can access the new contract via the Bitget website or mobile application. With the inclusion of automated bot support, users can implement customized strategies that adapt to market fluctuations, facilitating precise entry and exit points while optimizing risk management.
OPENUSDT joins Bitget’s growing list of derivative products aimed at delivering a diverse and flexible trading environment. In response to changing market dynamics, Bitget may update certain contract parameters, including tick size, leverage limits, and margin rates, to maintain platform stability and security.
For more details on OPENUSDT, users can visit here.
About Bitget
Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Bitget Wallet is a leading non-custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi-chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform.
Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. In the world of motorsports, Bitget is the exclusive cryptocurrency exchange partner of MotoGP, one of the world’s most thrilling championships.
For more information, users can visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet
For media inquiries, users can contact: media@bitget.com
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Simran Alphonso
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates, September 8th, 2025, Chainwire
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is excited to share its latest feat in its flagship trading event, the World Series of Trading (WSOT) 2025, claiming a brand new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for “the Most Participants in an Online Trading Competition within 24 Hours“. The recognition makes Bybit the first and only in the industry with the accolade, attesting to WSOT 2025’s mission to rewrite and reshape crypto history.
Having amassed a record-breaking 71,765 participants within 24 hours from August 27 at 12PM UTC, the WSOT community has made history. Measured by the total number of unique active online participants during the 24-hour time frame and verified by a reputable third party auditor, HACKEN, the record was witnessed by independent parties and officially awarded by Guinness World Records.
“Nothing demonstrates team spirit like a world record achieved by the WSOT collective. We believe crypto is a global movement and our passionate communities are the building blocks, and Bybit is beyond proud to spearhead efforts to bring the recognition our WSOT family deserves,“ said Claudia Wang, Head of Marketing at Bybit. “WSOT 2025 will be remembered for the remarkable milestones for our industry. We thank every trader, learner, livestream viewer, and contributor who helped create this record-breaking event—the largest, most inclusive, and first Guinness World Records-certified trading competition of its kind.”
As of September 8, 2025 with a week left in the Main Competition, WSOT had set new records across key metrics. WSOT 2025 is defined by the confluence of accessibility, massive rewards, and generous rewards tracks created optimal conditions for unprecedented participation levels:
- Total trading volume at a record high of $172.8 Billion in WSOT history
- 1,474 squads in the Main Competition, up by 288% year-on-year
- More than 6.14 million USDT unlocked in the prize pool as the competition approaches its final week
- The addition of the first WSOT Onchain Wave, which kicked off on August 18, 2025, saw over $68 million in trading volume
- Over 236,209 registrations and 43,505 total WSOT participants
Honoring the largest online crypto trading competition in the category, the first 30,000 eligible participants meeting the record criteria will share an additional secret prize pool beyond the main $10 million WSOT prize pool. Bybit also hosted a special livestream on September 8, 2025 to reveal the historical moment, giving away 50,000 MNT for WSOT participants and 1,000 USDT in airdrops to the live audience.
Reshaping Competitive Trading with the Power of Community
The prestigious GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title symbolizes Bybit’s ambition to democratize competitive trading and the global reach of digital assets with flagship events such as the WSOT. By setting the inaugural record in this category, Bybit has established the benchmark for future online trading competitions worldwide.
Reaching for a world record underscores WSOT 2025’s “Rewrite and Reshape” theme, as participants have the opportunity to literally reshape trading competition history while pursuing individual success in the world’s largest crypto trading tournament. WSOT 2025 has also presented an opportunity for Bybit to connect with a broader ecosystem of over 30 partners and over 30 universities worldwide, redefining blockchain education and innovation.
Restrictions and user requirements apply. For the full sets of rules and terms and conditions, users may visit: WSOT 2025.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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Tony Au
Bybit
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Mahé, Seychelles, September 8th, 2025, Chainwire
Aster, a decentralized perpetuals exchange known for its privacy-focused trading infrastructure, has officially launched Aster Genesis: Stage 2, its airdrop points campaign, just as it confirms the long-anticipated date for its Token Generation Event (TGE).
The Stage 1 campaign saw 527,224 unique wallets amassing over $37.7B in trading volume across 20 weeks, signaling strong traction in the emerging decentralized exchange (DEX) space. In just a few months since Stage 1, Aster has grabbed nearly 20% of the entire perpetual DEX market share in terms of monthly trading volume.
“Stage 1 sent a clear message: traders want more than access – they want speed, composability, privacy, and capital that keeps working,” said Leonard, CEO of Aster. “Aster is pioneering a new category – where users can earn yield from liquid staking tokens such as asBNB or stablecoins like USDF, while simultaneously leveraging these yield-generating assets as liquid collateral for perpetuals trading on Aster. This unlocks a whole new level of capital efficiency for all traders.”
Unveiling a New Vision for Aster Genesis: Stage 2
Aster Genesis: Stage 2 introduces a new points system with updated eligibility metrics, as well as higher transparency, shaped directly by community feedback from Stage 1.
Traders accumulate points through metrics such as trading volume, position holding time, referral activities, team boosts, using Aster’s asBNB and USDF as margin, and on every profit or loss realized during the event. Stage 2 kicks off immediately, setting the stage for token distribution in Q4 2025.
“Stage 2 tightens the link between engagement and reward ahead of TGE,” said Leonard. “Shaped by user feedback, the new rules prioritize fairness and incentivize authentic user engagement so that every trader can participate on a level field and build toward the airdrop.”
Over 50% of $ASTER’s total token supply has been earmarked for community airdrops, and 8.8% (704,000,000 $ASTER) will be unlocked immediately upon TGE for eligible participants who have earned Rh or Au points from Aster’s points programs. In addition, users who received Aster Gems allocations from community and partner initiatives, and those who traded on Aster Pro and earned loyalty points after Stage 1 ended, will also be eligible.
Any unclaimed $ASTER tokens will be redirected back to the ‘Airdrop’ allocation for future community rewards.
Road to TGE: Platform, Products, and Milestones
Since Spectra, Aster has advanced its vision for privacy-first trading, introducing Hidden Orders and unveiling Aster L1 Chain as a foundation for private, non-custodial execution, and bringing traditional equity exposure on-chain with 24/7 stock perpetuals. It has also recently launched Spot markets, making Aster a one-stop destination for all on-chain trading needs.
Together, these milestones set the foundation as the exchange moves toward its token generation event (TGE) set for September 17th, 2025.
$ASTER Airdrop to Launch at TGE
The Aster token ($ASTER) is expected to list on major exchanges, including Aster’s spot markets, with coordinated launch promotions to follow closely.
“The $ASTER community airdrop is scheduled to take place on the day of TGE,” said Leonard. “We’ve heard comparisons to recent, high-engagement airdrops from competing projects, but our primary focus is signal over spectacle. Authentic participation across Stages 0 and 1 is what this design seeks to reward – generously and fairly – at TGE.”
“With the issuance of $ASTER, we are opening the door to the next phase of ecosystem growth and decentralized governance,” said Leonard.
Aster Prepares for Market Competition
With the imminent launch of $ASTER, Aster is poised to compete with decentralized heavyweights such as Hyperliquid and challenge centralized venues like Binance and Coinbase – anchored by a clear focus on trader protection and capital efficiency.
“Our next leg of growth will come from distribution. Aster will form the liquidity layer behind apps that people already use: an open, capital-efficient platform that partners with wallets and DEXs like PancakeSwap, Trust Wallet, SafePal, or emerging platforms like Four.meme and more. Our goal is simple: compound liquidity across partners so on-chain markets feel invisible, instant, and always on,” said Leonard.
At the time of writing, Aster has garnered over $350M in total value locked (TVL) across seven EVM chains and Solana, with an annualized fee run-rate above $30 million – reflecting an 87.5% year-to-date growth in 2025.
About Aster
Aster is a next-generation decentralized exchange offering both Perpetual and Spot trading, designed as a one-stop onchain venue for global crypto traders. It features MEV-free, one-click execution in Simple Mode. Pro Mode adds 24/7 stock perpetuals, Hidden Orders, and grid trading, available across BNB Chain, Ethereum, Solana, and Arbitrum. Its unique edge lies in the ability to use liquid-staking tokens (asBNB) or yield-generating stablecoins (USDF) as collateral, unlocking unparalleled capital efficiency. Powered by Aster Chain, a high-performance and privacy-focused L1, and backed by YZi Labs, Aster is building the future of DeFi: fast, flexible, and community-first.
Users can learn more at the Aster official website, or connect with Aster on the official X account.
Contact
Growth Marketing Manager
Amber Hsu
Aster
amber@asterdex.com