Pump.fun Eyes Multi-Chain Expansion Beyond Solana As Subdomain Activity Signals Major Pivot
Pump.fun, the memecoin launchpad that turned Solana into a token factory, may be preparing to go multichain. Researchers have identified active subdomain registrations tied to Ethereum, Base, BNB Chain, and Monad — pointing to what could be the platform’s most significant strategic shift since launch.
A total of 208 subdomains were detected, covering infrastructure for trading APIs, moderation, streaming, and payment services. The breadth of the registrations suggests this isn’t exploratory — it looks like groundwork for a full operational rollout across multiple networks.
Adding fuel to speculation, Pump.fun quietly removed all mentions of Solana from its X profile. In crypto, that kind of profile edit rarely goes unnoticed — and rarely means nothing.
MoonPay Partnership and $1B Milestone Set the Stage
The timing of the expansion signals follows two notable developments. This week, Pump.fun integrated MoonPay to support balance top-ups across nine networks, broadening its on-ramp accessibility well beyond its Solana roots. Separately, the platform crossed $1 billion in cumulative net revenue last week — becoming the first Solana-native application to hit that milestone.
Together, the moves paint a picture of a platform that has outgrown its original chain and is now building for a larger addressable market.
What Pump.fun’s Cross-Chain Push Could Mean for Meme Coins
Pump.fun built its reputation on a dead-simple proposition: launch a memecoin for under $2, no presale, no insiders, just a bonding curve that carries the token toward a ~$90,000 market cap threshold before it graduates to Raydium. That model drove an explosion of token activity on Solana and minted the platform’s nine-figure revenue.
If that same infrastructure lands on Base, BNB Chain, Ethereum, and Monad, the implications for memecoin culture across those ecosystems are significant. Each chain brings its own user base, liquidity profile, and community — and a proven launchpad arriving with $1B in earned credibility could meaningfully accelerate token activity on all of them.
No official announcement has been made by the Pump.fun team. But between the subdomain registrations, the profile update, and the MoonPay deal, the signals are pointing firmly in one direction.
Binance Founder CZ’s Net Worth Hits $110B, According to Forbes
The fortune of Changpeng Zhao — widely known in the crypto industry as CZ — has reached $110 billion, according to the latest billionaire rankings published by Forbes.
The updated estimate places the founder of Binance among the 20 richest people in the world, with a net worth that now reportedly exceeds that of Bill Gates.
Forbes attributes the surge largely to the growing valuation of Binance, which the outlet estimates at around $100 billion, as well as Zhao’s significant holdings of the exchange’s native token, BNB. According to the report, Zhao’s wealth has increased by $47 billion over the past year.
At the top of the Forbes list remains Elon Musk, whose fortune is estimated at more than $800 billion, according to the publication’s ranking.
CZ Questions Forbes Valuation
Despite the impressive estimate, Zhao himself suggested that the numbers may not accurately reflect reality. Responding to the report on X, the entrepreneur criticized the methodology used to calculate his wealth.
“Didn’t read the Forbes article, but if you just look at the little chart , you know it’s wrong. Crypto prices dropped by more than 50% in 2026 already. And my net worth went up? Wish they can apply some common sense and basic logic.”
Zhao also pointed out that Forbes’ calculations appear inconsistent with broader market conditions. According to him, the outlet’s estimate assumes that Binance generates around $5 billion in annual revenue, while simultaneously valuing his personal fortune at $110 billion.
“I think if I tried to claim I have a high net worth, they will rank me much lower, or maybe even remove me from the list. They like to estimate the opposite.”
Binance Stake Remains Core of His Fortune
Most of Zhao’s wealth is tied to his role as the founder and majority owner of Binance, the exchange he launched in 2017, which has since grown into one of the largest cryptocurrency trading platforms globally.
Forbes estimates that Zhao controls approximately 90% of the company, meaning the bulk of his net worth is derived from his stake in the exchange along with his holdings of BNB tokens.
Even after a sharp correction in the crypto market during 2026, Zhao’s estimated fortune continues to rank him among the wealthiest figures in the global technology and finance sectors — and the richest Canadian billionaire, according to Forbes.
Dubai Regulator Orders Ban on MEXC Crypto Operations in UAE
Dubai’s crypto regulator has issued a warning regarding the exchange MEXC, stating that the platform is not authorized to provide virtual asset services in the emirate.
The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) released an official Investor and Marketplace Alert concerning two entities connected to the exchange — MEXC Estonia OÜ and MEXC Global LTD, which operate commercially under the brand name “MEXC.”
The announcement was shared publicly by VARA on X.
VARA: MEXC Not Licensed to Operate in Dubai
According to the regulator, neither of the entities behind MEXC currently holds a license to offer crypto services within Dubai’s regulatory framework.
“The entity does not hold a VARA licence to provide Virtual Asset services in or from Dubai. Any activities related to Virtual Assets advertised or conducted by the company are therefore not compliant with VARA Regulations.”
The regulator emphasized that companies providing crypto services in Dubai must obtain official authorization before operating or marketing their products to local users.
Warning to Investors
VARA also reminded investors that interacting with unlicensed crypto platforms may expose users to financial risks and possible legal consequences.
The authority advised both individuals and businesses to verify whether a company is properly authorized before using its services.
According to the regulator, users should always check the VARA Public Register, which lists licensed and approved Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) operating in the emirate.
Dubai Tightens Oversight of Crypto Platforms
The alert reflects Dubai’s ongoing efforts to strengthen regulatory oversight of the rapidly growing digital asset sector.
VARA — the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority — was established in March 2022 and is widely considered the world’s first dedicated regulator focused exclusively on virtual assets.
The authority is responsible for regulating, supervising, and licensing cryptocurrency, NFT, and blockchain-related activities across Dubai, excluding the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), which falls under a separate regulatory framework.
Its mandate includes investor protection, anti-money laundering compliance, and supporting the development of a secure digital asset ecosystem.
MEXC Reputation Debated in Crypto Community
Within the crypto community, MEXC has occasionally faced criticism from users regarding platform reliability.
Some traders have reported incidents involving frozen accounts or difficulties withdrawing funds — issues that have circulated widely across crypto forums and social media discussions.
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OpenAI May Launch Developer Platform to Challenge GitHub
OpenAI is reportedly working on a new code-hosting platform that could compete directly with Microsoft-owned GitHub, Reuters reports.
The project is still in the early stages of development and is not expected to launch for at least several months. The initiative reflects OpenAI’s growing ambitions in the developer tools ecosystem, where demand for AI-assisted coding and infrastructure for collaborative software development continues to expand.
A New Platform for Code Hosting
According to sources familiar with the matter, OpenAI engineers began exploring the idea after experiencing a series of service disruptions that temporarily made GitHub unavailable in recent months. The outages reportedly encouraged the company to consider building its own infrastructure for hosting and managing code repositories.
The platform could eventually allow developers to store, manage, and collaborate on code projects in a manner similar to GitHub. Some discussions inside the company have also included the possibility of offering repository access to customers as a paid service, though no final decisions have been made.
Neither OpenAI, Microsoft, nor GitHub have publicly commented on the reported project.
Potential Competition With Microsoft
If OpenAI proceeds with a commercial product, the move could place the AI company in direct competition with GitHub, the widely used developer platform owned by Microsoft.
The development is particularly notable given the close partnership between OpenAI and Microsoft. The tech giant has invested heavily in the AI firm and integrates OpenAI models into many of its products, including developer tools.
Earlier this year, both companies emphasized that they continue to maintain close collaboration across research, engineering, and product development. It remains unclear whether the new project could affect that relationship.
The report comes as OpenAI continues to attract massive investor interest. Its latest funding round reportedly valued the company at $840 billion, following a major $110 billion raise backed by large technology firms and investors including SoftBank, underscoring the ongoing global race to build AI infrastructure and developer platforms.