Blockchain & Digital Assets

June 25, 2025 @ 3:52 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

A new survey conducted by Quranium, creators of the QSafe Quantum-Secure Crypto Wallet and developers of quantum-secure infrastructure, reveals a stark disconnect between crypto users’ rising security expectations and the readiness of existing wallet providers to meet them. The survey of more than 500 active… Read More

June 25, 2025 @ 12:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) unveiled a new vision for the future of the global monetary and financial system, centered on a tokenized unified ledger. This innovative framework aims to reshape financial markets, payments, and monetary systems by leveraging tokenization to enhance efficiency, transparency,… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 11:04 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Naoris Protocol, a quantum-resistant blockchain and cybersecurity mesh architecture, has announced an MOU with MiCA-compliant digital asset exchange ZBX. Together, they will create what they said is the world’s first crypto exchange fortified against quantum computing threats. Through this partnership, ZBX will integrate Naoris Protocol’s… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 9:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move signaling a potential shift in the U.S. financial landscape, newly appointed Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins has outlined a vision to position the United States as the world’s leading hub for cryptocurrency and digital asset innovation. Speaking on Fox… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, USDT, has recently made headlines with a series of strategic initiatives that indicate its commitment to compliance, diversification, and global expansion. These efforts, spanning law enforcement collaboration, investment in hard assets, and fostering digital asset adoption in… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 3:58 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The global asset management industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by structural shifts and technological advancements. Two recent reports from Citi provide critical insights into these changes. These updates, based on research and industry expertise, outline the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 12:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has taken a step forward in the web3 and cryptocurrency sector with its recent approval for a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license in Luxembourg. This authorization allows the U.S.-based exchange to expand its crypto services across all 27 European Union countries, marking a… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 10:54 am By JD Alois  |  

Bitcoin bull Anthony Pompliano says ProCap BTC, LLC has purchased 3,724 Bitcoin at an average price of $103,785 per BTC, a day after the SPAC deal announcement of the combination with Columbus Circle Capital Corp. I (NASDAQ: CCCM) to take the company public as ProCap… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 9:39 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

With the Federal Reserve now openly warning of stagflation, Bitcoin is rapidly emerging as a preferred option for investors seeking insulation from mounting economic stress, says deVere Group CEO Nigel Green. The expected rise in US consumer prices, coupled with weakening labor and investment data,… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:37 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR) and the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) Joint Unit for Insurance, Banking, and Retail Investment published its 2024 Annual Report, shedding light on the evolving landscape of financial regulation in France. Simultaneously, the AMF released research… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The digital asset ecosystem continues to evolve, driven by technological advancements and shifting regulatory frameworks. Recent updates from the IRS and insights from Taxbit and other industry professionals highlight significant developments in digital asset broker reporting and the growing potential of Bitcoin as a global… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 8:18 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Circle (NASDAQ:COIN), the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), continues to reshape the global financial ecosystem through its innovative stablecoin infrastructure. Three recent developments—the launch of the Circle Payments Network (CPN), the introduction of Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) V2 on Solana, and the U.S. Senate’s passage… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 2:48 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Web3 discussed federal regulations both in America and across the pond. Read more on MiCA and the GENIUS Act. Tokenization’s watershed moment “The GENIUS Act represents a watershed moment for RWA tokenization. While focused on stablecoins, this regulatory clarity creates the foundation for broader digital… Read More

June 23, 2025 @ 6:57 pm By Nick Motz  |  

  Decentralized finance (DeFi) emerged to challenge the inefficiencies and oftentimes lack of inclusivity of traditional finance (TradFi). In its earliest form, DeFi prized innovation over accountability, often prioritizing yield mechanics untethered to real economic activity. That era is ending. Today, tokenized real-world assets (RWAs)… Read More

June 23, 2025 @ 6:45 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a step toward bridging traditional finance and decentralized finance (DeFi), Anchorage Digital has integrated the Uniswap Trading API into its institutional-grade self-custody wallet, Porto. This integration enables Anchorage Digital’s clients to access the Uniswap Protocol and UniswapX liquidity directly from the Porto web dashboard,… Read More

June 23, 2025 @ 6:29 pm By JD Alois  |  

Trump Media (Nasdaq, NYSE, Texas: DJT), the namesake company of President Donald Trump and creator of Truth Social, says its Board of Directors has authorized up to $400 million of the company’s shares. Trump Media currently has a market cap of $4.96 billion. Shares of… Read More

June 23, 2025 @ 5:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Kaspersky researchers have discovered a new Trojan spy called SparkKitty which targets smartphones on iOS and Android. It sends images from an infected phone and information “about the device to the attackers.” This malware was embedded in apps related “to crypto and gambling, as well… Read More

June 23, 2025 @ 9:08 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Donald Trump’s Truth Social, part of Trump Media (NASDAQ:DJT)  has filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission to launch a dual Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF), sparking concern from one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory organizations. The proposed fund, the Truth… Read More

June 23, 2025 @ 9:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Copper.co, a provider of digital asset custody, collateral management, and prime services, announced a series of updates that underscore its commitment to innovation and growth in the digital assets space. These developments include the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer (COO), expanded support for… Read More

June 23, 2025 @ 8:35 am By Michael Wong  |  

Byreal, a new decentralized finance platform focused on bringing real-world assets on-chain, officially launched its brand, backed by partnerships with crypto exchange Bybit and the Solana Foundation. The platform aims to become the primary liquidity infrastructure for tokenized real assets, positioning itself as a full-cycle… Read More