July 14, 2026 @ 9:45 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) negated a Michigan court order that canceled trades on Kalshi. According to a statement by the CFTC, it exercised its authority to order Kalshi to fulfill open trades. CFTC Chairman Michael Selig said a state cannot force a Designated… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 9:13 pm By JD Alois  |  

Stablecoin enablement firm Velocity has raised $38 million in Series A funding, according to a note from the firm. The funding round was led by FirstMark and Dragonfly. Other investors include Activant Capital, Capital One Ventures, QED Investors, Coinbase Ventures, Wintermute Ventures and Ripple. Based… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 8:54 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tabby, the fintech platform operating across the Middle East region, has introduced Tabby Cash—a spending account that combines a rewarding cashback card with cost-free money transfers. This marks a significant expansion as the company evolves from its roots in flexible payments into a comprehensive everyday… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 5:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Gondor has officially launched its V1 platform, delivering the first dedicated margin account designed specifically for Polymarket users. This update introduces cross-margin functionality, allowing traders to borrow against their complete collection of positions rather than handling them individually. The update now aims to bring prime… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 3:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Decentralized finance has evolved into a multi-chain landscape where liquidity, applications, and participants spread across numerous blockchains. In this environment, the technology linking these networks has become just as vital as the smart contracts operating on individual chains. Aave, a DeFi platform, has deepened its… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 3:34 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Transatlantic Taskforce for Markets of the Future (TTMF) has published recommendations as to how the US and the UK can collaborate on digital asset regulation. The initiative was part of President Donald Trump’s visit to the UK in September 2025. Today, the Taskforce is… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 11:47 am By JD Alois  |  

Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR)  posted an update yesterday on share sales and Bitcoin activity. In an 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Strategy shared that 4.8 million Class A common shares were sold between July 6 and July 12, 2026. The sales netted $466.7… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 10:01 am By JD Alois  |  

A new report appears to indicate that crypto firms are not quite ready for the looming regulation they must comply with to provide services to  UK customers. According to Zumo and their UK Regulatory Preparedness Assessment survey, only one in ten platforms believes they are… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 9:24 am By JD Alois  |  

Two key federal elements of the US economy will appear before the US Senate Banking Committee and the House Financial Services Committee this week. First up is newly minted Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, who will visit the House Committee today and the Senate Committee tomorrow. Warsh, selected by President… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 8:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis announced that its Reactor platform has become the first and only tool of its kind to satisfy the strict Daubert standard for expert testimony in a US federal court. The ruling came in the high-profile prosecution of Roman Sterlingov, who was… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 8:21 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Mastercard (NYSE:MA) is reportedly exploring the sale of a controlling interest in its subsidiary Vocalink, a key player in Britain’s domestic payments ecosystem. This move comes amid growing sensitivities around foreign ownership of critical national infrastructure, particularly an asset deeply embedded in everyday banking operations… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 8:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Tom Blomfield, a British entrepreneur best known for co-founding the digital banking platform Monzo, has joined the artificial intelligence company Anthropic. This transition underscores the intense competition for top talent in the AI space, particularly in areas related to computational resources and infrastructure. Blomfield announced… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 1:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin’s ongoing rebound is encountering significant obstacles from monetary policy, geopolitical tensions, and shifting corporate strategies, according to CoinShares‘ (NASDAQ:CSHR) latest assessment. Despite these pressures, emerging signs in investment flows and market resilience suggest the asset may be forming a cautious bottom rather than entering… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 1:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Nu Mexico, part of Nubank (NYSE: NU), has secured formal approval to operate as a full-fledged bank. The National Banking and Securities Commission (CNBV) granted the authorization on July 10, 2026, marking the completion of a complex transition and positioning the company as Mexico’s biggest… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 12:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

One of Japan’s convenience store operators is preparing to accept payments in a yen-pegged stablecoin. This initiative highlights the growing integration of blockchain-based assets into traditional shopping experiences, potentially paving the way for faster, lower-cost transactions in a cash-heavy society. Lawson, recognized as Japan’s third-largest… Read More

July 14, 2026 @ 12:23 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A new report highlights how artificial intelligence is transforming retail experiences in Hong Kong, with consumers increasingly turning to AI tools for discovery while merchants grapple with building lasting confidence during the final stages of a purchase. The latest findings from the Adyen (AMS: ADYEN)… Read More

July 13, 2026 @ 11:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

According to the latest joint report from KPMG and the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), the UK jobs market in June 2026 reflected ongoing economic caution amid geopolitical tensions. Compiled by S&P Global from surveys of approximately 400 recruitment agencies, the data highlights a notable… Read More

July 13, 2026 @ 10:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The overall value of stablecoins in circulation has decreased by around $10 billion from its peak reached in May 2026. This reduction includes a sharp $7.7 billion drop during June, which stands as the most significant single-month decline in dollar terms since the 2022 Terra-Luna… Read More

July 13, 2026 @ 5:57 pm By JD Alois  |  

President Donald Trump took to Truth Social today to demand the US Senate approve the CLARITY Act in honor of Senator Lindsey Graham. Senator Graham died suddenly of a heart attack this past weekend. Once fierce opponents, the two became close friends and allies, frequently… Read More