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ConsenSys is an Ethereum and decentralized protocols software company that enables developers, enterprises, and people worldwide to build next-generation applications, launch modern financial infrastructure, and access the decentralized web. Its product suite, composed of Infura, Quorum, Codefi, MetaMask, MetaMask Institutional, Truffle, Diligence, and an NFT platform, serves millions of users, supports billions of blockchain-based queries for clients, and has handled billions of dollars in digital assets.
Crypto companies pause IPO plans amid declining trading volumes and AI-driven reshaping of the tech market
: Due to weak trading volumes and macro pressures weighing on valuations, crypto companies are pausing their long-awaited IPO plans. Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger and MetaMask developer ConsenSys are among the companies that have delayed their IPOs. Ledger had previously planned to list on the New York Stock Exchange with a valuation of $4 billion.Sean Farrell, Head of Digital Asset Strategy at Fundstrat, stated that crypto trading volumes have fallen by approximately 75% year-to-date, putting pressure on the valuations of publicly listed crypto companies. In contrast, demand for IPOs from tech companies related to AI remains strong.Additionally, Bitcoin miners pivoting to AI infrastructure have become one of the better-performing segments in the crypto market. Sean Farrell also pointed out that Hyperliquid is one of the standout crypto ecosystems in 2026, generating approximately $850 million in revenue over the past 12 months. Its recent partnership with Coinbase has made USDC the canonical stablecoin on the platform. (coindesk)
Tokenization startup Brix closes $5.5M funding round, with participation from Circle Ventures and others
According to The Block, Brix—a startup focused on tokenizing emerging-market assets—has announced a $5.5 million funding round. Participants include Yapi Kredi’s venture capital arm, FRWRD, IS Asset Management, and crypto investment firms Circle Ventures, ConsenSys, and Borderless Capital. Brix plans to launch on the MegaETH network, aiming to bring traditionally institutional trading strategies—such as Turkish lira arbitrage—on-chain.
Dan Finlay, co-founder of MetaMask, announced his departure from parent company ConsenSys.
Dan Finlay, co-founder of MetaMask, announced today (April 23) that he has officially left ConsenSys, concluding over a decade of building MetaMask. He cited professional burnout and the need to spend more time with his family as reasons for his departure, and extended his best wishes for the team’s future development. Finlay also expressed satisfaction with MetaMask’s recent official launch of its advanced permissions feature (ERC-7715), noting that it fills a long-standing critical gap in the product—and said he looks forward to experiencing it as an ordinary user.
Tokenization startup Brix closes $5.5M funding round, with participation from Circle Ventures and others
According to The Block, Brix—a startup focused on tokenizing emerging-market assets—has announced a $5.5 million funding round. Participants include Yapi Kredi’s venture capital arm, FRWRD, IS Asset Management, and crypto investment firms Circle Ventures, ConsenSys, and Borderless Capital. Brix plans to launch on the MegaETH network, aiming to bring traditionally institutional trading strategies—such as Turkish lira arbitrage—on-chain.
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Cost as low as $5.6, former ConsenSys ambassador Russell Verbeeten moves 20,000 ETH in large transactions
Odaily Odaily News: Former ConsenSys ambassador Russell Verbeeten (@rverbee) has started moving ETH in large amounts after a year-long hiatus. 7 hours ago, he withdrew 20,426 ETH (worth approximately $37.26 million) from Aave and subsequently distributed it to 10 new addresses. 4,144 ETH from one of these addresses has been deposited into an exchange, while the remaining tokens have not yet been moved or sold.According to analysis, the source of these ETH funds can be traced back to 10 years ago, with a cost as low as $5.6 per coin.
Crypto companies pause IPO plans amid declining trading volumes and AI-driven reshaping of the tech market
: Due to weak trading volumes and macro pressures weighing on valuations, crypto companies are pausing their long-awaited IPO plans. Hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger and MetaMask developer ConsenSys are among the companies that have delayed their IPOs. Ledger had previously planned to list on the New York Stock Exchange with a valuation of $4 billion.Sean Farrell, Head of Digital Asset Strategy at Fundstrat, stated that crypto trading volumes have fallen by approximately 75% year-to-date, putting pressure on the valuations of publicly listed crypto companies. In contrast, demand for IPOs from tech companies related to AI remains strong.Additionally, Bitcoin miners pivoting to AI infrastructure have become one of the better-performing segments in the crypto market. Sean Farrell also pointed out that Hyperliquid is one of the standout crypto ecosystems in 2026, generating approximately $850 million in revenue over the past 12 months. Its recent partnership with Coinbase has made USDC the canonical stablecoin on the platform. (coindesk)
Dan Finlay, co-founder of MetaMask, announced his departure from parent company ConsenSys.
Dan Finlay, co-founder of MetaMask, announced today (April 23) that he has officially left ConsenSys, concluding over a decade of building MetaMask. He cited professional burnout and the need to spend more time with his family as reasons for his departure, and extended his best wishes for the team’s future development. Finlay also expressed satisfaction with MetaMask’s recent official launch of its advanced permissions feature (ERC-7715), noting that it fills a long-standing critical gap in the product—and said he looks forward to experiencing it as an ordinary user.
Tokenization startup Brix closes $5.5M funding round, with participation from Circle Ventures and others
According to The Block, Brix—a startup focused on tokenizing emerging-market assets—has announced a $5.5 million funding round. Participants include Yapi Kredi’s venture capital arm, FRWRD, IS Asset Management, and crypto investment firms Circle Ventures, ConsenSys, and Borderless Capital. Brix plans to launch on the MegaETH network, aiming to bring traditionally institutional trading strategies—such as Turkish lira arbitrage—on-chain.