Weekly Article Recap: 6/09-6/13

The Stories that You Can’t Afford to Miss This Week

As the DeFi and crypto space continues to evolve at a rapid pace, it's essential to stay informed 

about the latest developments and trends. Our weekly recap provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the most significant news and trends in the DeFi and crypto space, helping you stay informed and up-to-date with the latest happenings.

BNB Chain Launches 'Builder Bunker' in NYC to Fuel Web3 Innovation

BNB Chain has launched "Builder Bunker," a six-month pilot hub in New York City aimed at Web3 and AI developers. The initiative offers workspace, mentorship, workshops, networking events, and VC access to teams building on BNB Chain. The Bunker emphasizes community, consistency, and long-term innovation.

Learn about the initiative. 

FLOKI to Take Valhalla to Millions of Mobile Gamers in Global Ad Blitz

Starting June 16, Floki will roll out a five-week ad campaign to promote its play-to-earn game, Valhalla, targeting over 2.25 million impressions. The ads—15 to 30-second gameplay clips—will appear inside top mobile games like Candy Crush, Subway Surfers, and Call of Duty: Mobile.

The campaign targets gamers aged 18–40 in seven fast-growing crypto markets: the Philippines, Vietnam, Nigeria, Indonesia, India, Thailand, and Argentina. Floki aims to boost engagement and retention through interactive in-game ads as it pushes deeper into the mobile gaming space.

Read the full story. 

KuCoin Launches Fully Regulated Crypto Exchange in Thailand

KuCoin has launched a fully regulated crypto trading platform in Thailand, branded as KuCoin Thailand. The exchange opened to the public on June 13, 2025, following a closed beta phase.

Operated by ERX Company Limited under Thailand’s SEC oversight, the launch aligns with KuCoin’s broader push for regulatory compliance across Southeast Asia. ERX has migrated its existing users to the new platform, combining local compliance with KuCoin’s global trading capabilities.

Find details in the article. 

Ripple and Ondo unlock 24H access to US Treasuries onchain with RLUSD

Ondo Finance has launched its tokenized U.S. Treasury product, OUSG, on the XRP Ledger. Qualified Purchasers can now buy and redeem OUSG using Ripple’s new stablecoin, RLUSD, around the clock.

The move aligns with growing institutional interest in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. A Ripple–BCG report projects the tokenized asset market could reach $19 trillion by 2033.

Learn about Ondo’s latest development. 

Singapore’s Trident Digital Tech Unveils Plans for $500M XRP Treasury

Singapore-based Trident Digital Tech Holdings plans to establish a $500 million corporate treasury powered by XRP, Ripple’s native token, by H2 2025.

The publicly listed firm aims to use XRP as a yield-generating asset via staking and DeFi integrations, moving away from traditional choices like Bitcoin or Ethereum. Capital will be raised through equity, strategic placements, and structured instruments. Chaince Securities LLC will serve as strategic advisor.

Read the details here.