Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news

Bitcoin is up .5% at $19,157

Ethereum is even at $1304

Binance Coin is up .5% at $269

Circle is partnering with Axelar for cross-chain USDC.

Block making strategic mining and wallet hires.

Azuki skateboards set records for most expensive skateboards sold.

3Commas and FTX say phishing led to exploits.

Aptos runs 30% on short squeeze.

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