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Token Cat Limited, a Nasdaq-listed Chinese automotive marketplace formerly known as TuanChe Limited, has approved a new digital asset investment policy that will allow the company to deploy up to $1 billion into cryptocurrencies as part of its treasury strategy. In a press release distributed via Chainwire, the Beijing-headquartered company said its board of directors signed off on a Crypto Asset Investment Policy authorizing the use of a portion of its cash reserves to acquire selected tokens under internal risk-management controls. Any purchased assets will be held with third-party custodians rather than managed in-house, the company said.Photo by Precondo CA on UnsplashThe initial allocation will focus on tokens tied to newer projects in areas such as artificial intelligence, RAW-to-chain infrastructure, and token–equity hybrid models. Further deployments will be evaluated over time and will remain subject to additional board approval, according to the statement. The policy will be implemented under the oversight of Sav Persico, who was recently appointed chief operating officer. Token Cat said he brings decades of experience in technology and blockchain-related businesses and emphasized that the initiative reflects a long-term approach to digital assets rather than a speculative trade. China’s regulation and softer DAT inflowsToken Cat’s decision comes even as China’s central bank continues to stress that crypto-related business activity remains off-limits domestically. According to Reuters, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) recently reiterated that services involving virtual assets constitute “illegal financial activities” and highlighted that cryptocurrencies do not have the legal status of fiat currency. The statement was issued against the backdrop of what the central bank characterized as a renewed pickup in speculative crypto trading and broader concerns about financial risks. Beyond China, Token Cat’s move fits into a wider trend of companies experimenting with so-called digital asset treasuries (DATs), in which companies commit varying portions of their balance sheets to crypto. Those strategies, however, have seen softer momentum in recent months. Cointelegraph, citing data from DefiLlama, reported that DATs drew about $1.32 billion in fresh capital in November, the lowest monthly intake of 2024. Bitcoin-focused DATs accounted for the bulk of that activity with roughly $1.06 billion of inflows, while Ethereum-based DATs saw about $37 million in outflows. Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan said on X that DATs have generally moved in tandem over the past six months, but he expects that pattern to change as investors begin to differentiate between firms with clearly articulated strategies and those without. He said a limited number of DATs could emerge with more resilient valuations, while others may continue to trade at persistent discounts. Biotech Sonnet advances HYPE-token planDespite the recent slowdown in inflows, new corporate efforts to gain exposure to digital assets continue. One example is Sonnet BioTherapeutics Holdings, a North Carolina–based biotechnology company developing immuno-oncology drugs. On Dec. 2, Sonnet said its shareholders had approved a proposed business combination with Hyperliquid Strategies Inc. (HSI) and Rorschach I LLC. That vote followed an agreement reached in July for Sonnet to merge with Rorschach to form Hyperliquid Strategies, a new entity expected to hold roughly 12.6 million HYPE tokens valued at about $583 million, along with at least $305 million in cash, for a projected combined value of $888 million. Hyperliquid is a decentralized exchange (DEX) built on its own layer-1 blockchain. Its native token, HYPE, has a total supply of one billion and is used for network governance, staking, and smart contract functions on HyperEVM, the platform’s EVM-compatible environment. Sonnet’s move, together with Token Cat’s newly adopted investment policy, adds to a steady stream of corporate initiatives testing the role of digital assets in balance-sheet management. With companies ranging from biotech firms to automotive marketplaces exploring similar strategies, the coming months will show whether crypto holdings can establish themselves as durable components of corporate treasuries. 

South Korean gaming publisher Wemade opened sales for its “The Night is Coming” NFT collection on Jan. 11 to 12 to celebrate pre-registration for the global version of the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) Night Crows. All 341 NFTs were sold out, according to an official press release on Thursday (KST).Photo by Choong Deng Xiang on UnsplashUnveiling exclusive NFTsThe NFT Collection featured NFTs of different tiers, including Uncommon and Rare NFTs that went on sale on Jan. 11, as well as Epic, Legendary and Mythical NFTs that were available on NILE – short for “NFT Is Life Evolution,” a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) and NFT marketplace on WEMIX3.0 – the next day. All NFTs were sold out within a day. Blockchain-backed fantasy gameBuilt on Unreal Engine 5, a three-dimensional computer graphics engine used for game and content development, Night Crows features high-quality graphics, an immersive world, realistic action and major in-game battles. It has topped the popularity and revenue charts on major app markets in South Korea since its launch in April last year. The global version of the game, which is scheduled for release in March, will harness blockchain technology and a multifaceted tokenomics system that tokenizes in-game items. It will also introduce character NFTs that keep character and player data in one place, connecting the game’s internal and external economies. Wemade also stated that owners of the NFTs can exchange them with CROW, the game’s native token, starting on April 1. The token’s value is stabilized by a minting process controlled by the Peg Stability Module (PSM), which allows users to swap a native stablecoin for other protocol-accepted stablecoins at a 1:1 rate.

Bithumb Burrito Wallet teams up with Yooldo to expand blockchain gaming networkRotonda, the operator of the digital asset wallet platform Bithumb Burrito Wallet, and blockchain gaming platform Yooldo said Wednesday (local time) that they have jointly signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to expand their respective blockchain ecosystems and secure a global user base.Photo by Christian Wiediger on UnsplashService integrationUnder the new deal, Rotonda plans to integrate Burrito Wallet into Yooldo’s key decentralized applications (dApps), such as its first in-house developed game Trouble Punk, to build support for the expansion of its web game ecosystem. Users will also be able to use Yooldo’s governance token, YOOL, within Burrito Wallet, thus boosting its utility.Furthermore, they plan to actively collaborate on marketing endeavors such as events and campaigns to attract users.Rotonda mentioned its expectations for a successful collaboration with Yooldo as they share a common goal to make their respective services user-friendly. While Rotonda allows wallet holders to conveniently transfer assets and manage numerous cryptocurrencies and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in one platform, Yooldo is dedicated to building a sustainable Web3 gaming ecosystem that leverages blockchain technology to offer content, rewards and user-friendly UI and UX designs, making the transition from Web2 to Web3 a seamless process for gamers.Burrito Wallet’s commitment to growing the communityMeanwhile, Burrito Wallet has been at the forefront of expanding the digital ecosystem by promoting the widespread adoption of blockchain and supporting promising startups. The platform recently hosted a hackathon at this year’s Global Blockchain Incheon Conference (GBIC 2023) and is a contributor to Bithumb’s tenth-anniversary project — an entrepreneurship support program that aims to foster young entrepreneurs and startups with groundbreaking ideas.