Welcome to our weekly cryptocurrency tech development roundup. This issue features Sony's launch of its blockchain platform, Soneium, built on Optimism's OP Stack, aimed at bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3 audiences. The platform has sparked controversy over allegations of censoring memecoin trading. Meanwhile, Bubblemaps has announced the launch of its token, BMT, and a new 'Intel Desk' for driving investigations.
Babylon Labs is working on a trust-minimized Bitcoin bridge with the Cosmos network to enhance interoperability. Other notable developments include the potential return of stolen Bitcoins to Bitfinex and updates on regulatory and policy issues.