Blockchain & Digital Assets

June 16, 2025 @ 9:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move to bridge traditional finance (TradFi) and Web3, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) announced two transformative updates: the introduction of Coinbase Business, a comprehensive financial platform for startups and small businesses, and the Coinbase One Card, a metal credit card offering up to 4% Bitcoin back… Read More

June 16, 2025 @ 8:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As the digital asset landscape evolves, so too does the global regulatory framework governing it. Starting January 1, 2026, the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and the EU’s DAC8 directive will usher in a new era of tax transparency for digital asset platforms. These regulations,… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 7:12 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Vietnam has passed a sweeping law to regulate digital assets and boost the country’s technology sector, formally legalizing crypto assets and laying the groundwork for strategic investments in artificial intelligence and semiconductors. The Law on Digital Technology Industry, approved by the National Assembly on Saturday,… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 7:05 pm By JD Alois  |  

GVNR is a protocol that aims to be the cross-chain to connect all things Web3, and the company is raising funds on Republic. According to the offering page, GVNR is offering a “Token Purchase Agreement,” a facility offered to issuers by Republic. The deal is… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 6:46 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Polymath is reaping the rewards from years of careful preparation and forethought. Now, as asset tokenization prepares for takeoff, Vince Kadar’s company is front and center. Its origins date back to 2017-18, when Polymath became the first organization building an app on Ethereum. That app… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 4:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant step toward integrating cryptocurrency into mainstream commerce, Shopify has announced a partnership with Coinbase and Stripe to enable merchants to accept payments in USD Coin (USDC), a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar. This collaboration aims to provide businesses with a seamless,… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 4:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The recent rejection of an ethics provision in the CLARITY Act by the White House has ignited more controversy over the intersection of politics and cryptocurrency. This decision comes amid growing scrutiny of President Donald Trump’s financial ties to the crypto industry. 🚨 SCOOP: Lawmakers… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 4:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant development tied to the collapse of the cryptocurrency exchange FTX, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has reportedly reached a $1.8 million settlement to resolve claims against him for his role in promoting the platform. The settlement, finalized recently, marks a notable contrast to… Read More

June 15, 2025 @ 4:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) is exploring the issuance of a stablecoin to enhance the efficiency of digital asset transactions, according to insights from industry sources reported by The Information. This move could significantly reshape how trades are settled across global markets, leveraging… Read More

June 14, 2025 @ 5:11 pm By Michael Wong  |  

SBI Ven Capital has invested €1 million in Colossus Digital as part of a bridge round aimed at accelerating the rollout of the company’s Institutional Hub, an infrastructure platform connecting regulated custodians with leading validators for staking and governance. The investment was made through a… Read More

June 14, 2025 @ 4:21 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Mercurity Fintech Holding Inc, a digital fintech group specializing in blockchain-based financial infrastructure, has unveiled plans to raise $800 million to establish a long-term Bitcoin treasury reserve. The initiative marks a strategic shift toward integrating digital assets into the company’s core balance sheet and treasury… Read More

June 14, 2025 @ 4:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The rise of cryptocurrencies and their deepening integration with traditional financial systems have raised alarm bells at the highest levels of global financial oversight. In a stark warning made in Madrid, Klaas Knot, the outgoing chair of the Financial Stability Board (FSB), cautioned that the… Read More

June 14, 2025 @ 12:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A new report highlights Ethereum’s resurgence, the growing trend of corporate crypto accumulation, and the potential risks associated with leveraged positions in the industry. As the crypto market navigates a complex economic landscape, insights shared by CoinGecko offer a valuable perspective on emerging trends and… Read More

June 13, 2025 @ 4:33 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), the world’s derivatives and securities exchange network, announced it has migrated its Cboe Digital Exchange futures offerings onto Cboe Futures Exchange (CFE) on June 9, 2025. With the Financially Settled Bitcoin (FBT) and Financially Settled Ether (FET) futures now… Read More

June 13, 2025 @ 3:21 pm By JD Alois  |  

The CLARITY Act (HR 3633)is moving forward in the House. A hearing was held yesterday on the legislation that aims to create a regulatory ecosystem to enable digital asset innovation while protecting consumers. The legislation is extensive, and the House Financial Services Committee has created… Read More

June 13, 2025 @ 12:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ripple, the provider of digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions, and Circle, a global financial technology firm and issuer of USDC, announced a partnership bringing USDC to the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The XRPL is a decentralized, layer-1 blockchain “developed for the efficient tokenization and exchange… Read More

June 13, 2025 @ 11:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Copper, a key player focused on digital asset custody, collateral management, and prime services, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Yuma, a validator with siloed architecture designed for institutional participation, to offer institutional investors staking services with robust digital asset protection. Through the… Read More

June 13, 2025 @ 8:09 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Over the past few years, the crypto market has moved from a primarily onchain market to a “ubiquitous” asset class, according to a new research report. In March of this year, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a working group charged “with… Read More

June 12, 2025 @ 4:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency ecosystem continues to evolve with wallets and decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols driving innovation and adoption. Recent reports from Dune Analytics provide a comprehensive look at these trends, highlighting the rise of wallet infrastructure, smart accounts, and cross-chain DeFi activity. These reports underscore the… Read More

June 12, 2025 @ 4:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As the cryptocurrency market matures, institutional and retail traders are seeking advanced tools, robust infrastructure, and regulatory clarity to execute sophisticated strategies. Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) is meeting these demands with significant updates to its Coinbase Prime and Coinbase Futures offerings. Recent updates highlight how Coinbase is… Read More