Blockchain & Digital Assets

March 4, 2026 @ 7:50 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether has joined forces with the City of Lugano to launch Plan ₿ Phase II, a five-year strategy running through 2030 that extends their blockchain partnership. The collaboration includes a commitment of up to CHF 5 million, focused on expertise, infrastructure, research, and training. This… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 7:49 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Sygnum, a global digital asset banking group, has introduced Sygnum Select, a new discretionary portfolio management service that adapts the time-tested model of Swiss private banking to cryptocurrencies and related investments. The platform went live on February 26, 2026, with active client mandates already in… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 7:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the wake of recent U.S.-Israeli military actions against Iran, beginning around February 28, the country’s cryptocurrency landscape has shown resilience but also significant strain, according to blockchain analytics researchers at TRM Labs. Rather than sparking a surge in activity or mass capital exodus, the… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 11:10 am By JD Alois  |  

Shares of Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) moved dramatically higher today following a public statement by President Donald Trump voicing his support for the crypto industry and disappointment regarding legacy banks holding up the crypto market infrastructure legislation. Currently, Coinbase shares are trading at around $208 $209, a… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 9:32 am By JD Alois  |  

President Donald Trump took to Truth Social yesterday to lambast legacy banks and their inability to compromise on crypto market infrastructure legislation. The CLARITY Act (or whatever it ends up being called) remains stalled in the Senate largely due to pushback from incumbent banks and… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 8:59 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Global investment platform Kraken (Payward) is sharply focused on product development. The crypto exchange has shared key updates that signal deeper integration between crypto and traditional finance, stronger internal product excellence, and tangible user benefits. Announced on March 4, 2026, these developments reinforce the platform’s… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 8:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the wake of recent US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, blockchain analytics firm Elliptic has reported a dramatic 700% increase in cryptocurrency outflows from Nobitex, the country’s leading digital asset exchange. This spike, occurring mere minutes after the initial attacks, underscores how crypto assets are increasingly… Read More

March 4, 2026 @ 8:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Stablecoins are emerging as a cornerstone for autonomous transactions powered by artificial intelligence. Blockchain security firm CertiK highlights how AI agents are transforming commerce by handling payments without human intervention, leveraging stablecoins like USDC for seamless operations. These digital assets offer instant settlement in mere… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 6:51 pm By JD Alois  |  

Jamie Dimon, the CEO and Chairman of JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM), wants stablecoin issuers to offer rewards on payments, not on balances, according to an interview this week with CNBC. Banks kindof already do this with credit cards. The ongoing debate over whether stablecoin holders should… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 5:17 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The payments sector is in the midst of a profound shift, fueled by technological advancements that are reshaping how banks and retailers operate. Insights from KPMG highlight the urgency for modernization, as digital innovations challenge traditional models and open new avenues for efficiency and customer… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 5:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

As the financial technology sector expands with wide-ranging use-cases, the researchers at CB Insights have outlined several transformative trends set to reshape banking, payments, and investments in 2026. Drawing from market data, company moves, and emerging technologies, these forecasts highlight a shift toward more integrated,… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 2:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

DriveWealth, a provider of brokerage infrastructure, has revealed a strategic alliance with Kalshi, a key player focused on regulated prediction trading. This collaboration, unveiled on February 26, 2026, seeks to incorporate Kalshi’s specialized contracts tied to real-world occurrences into DriveWealth’s application programming interface (API)-driven trading… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 2:43 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent move blending artificial intelligence with blockchain technology, Figure Technology Solutions (Nasdaq: FIGR) has unveiled a venture with Agora Data. This alliance aims to integrate auto financing options into Figure’s innovative marketplace platforms, signaling a broader reach into consumer credit sectors beyond traditional… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 2:41 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Investment and trading platform Kraken continues to move forward with user-centric updates that enhance accessibility and financial services. Recent announcements highlight this focus: the integration of Payward Ramp with Onramper and the launch of Kraken Flexline. These developments address key pain points for crypto enthusiasts,… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 2:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Venture capital firm Paradigm is set to introduce a new fund valued at up to $1.5 billion. This initiative marks the firm’s ongoing expansion beyond its cryptocurrency focused initiatives into the ecosystem of artificial intelligence and robotics, signaling a broader embrace of high-potential technologies. Founded… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 2:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the landscape of decentralized finance, Aave Horizon emerges as a specialized platform on the Ethereum blockchain, designed specifically for accredited investors. This lending marketplace allows users to secure stablecoin loans using tokenized securities or real-world assets (RWAs) as collateral. It delivers seamless, round-the-clock liquidity… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 9:21 am By JD Alois  |  

In Europe, many Electronic Money Token (EMT) transfers or payments qualify as regulated payment services under PSD2, meaning providers often need separate PSD2 authorization as a Payment Institution, or an Electronic Money Institution, in addition to their MiCA CASP registration if the transactions are via… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 7:59 am By JD Alois  |  

BitGo Europe GmbH says it will now offer Crypto as a Service across Europe, including the European Economic Area (EEA). BitGo received a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license from Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) a year ago. Founded in 2013, BitGo has long… Read More

March 3, 2026 @ 12:39 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent virtual gathering, the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) addressed seemingly pressing issues in the global financial landscape. Held over two days during the past month, the sessions reportedly focused on evolving market conditions, potential risks in banking systems, and updates to… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 11:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

JP Morgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) has projected that the US cryptocurrency market structure legislation, known as the CLARITY Act, could gain approval by mid-2026. This development is anticipated to inject fresh momentum into Bitcoin and broader digital asset markets during the latter half of the year…. Read More