Blockchain & Digital Assets

February 10, 2026 @ 9:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an ongoing industry-wide effort to blend traditional finance with blockchain technology, cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has introduced its xStocks product on 360X, a regulated marketplace for secondary trading operated by the Deutsche Börse Group. This development enables qualified users to engage in transactions involving tokenized… Read More

February 10, 2026 @ 7:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Aave continues to focus on solidifying its position as a DeFi protocol in 2026. Recent advancements highlight its pivotal role in stablecoin expansion, strategic partnerships, and enhanced risk mechanisms, adapting to a market where stablecoin capitalization has topped $300 billion by 2025. With over 300… Read More

February 10, 2026 @ 12:44 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin USDT in terms of market cap and overall adoption, is embarking on an ambitious growth trajectory. The company is channeling its substantial profits into enhancing its operational capabilities and forging new partnerships that could reshape global financial… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 8:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move signaling ongoing efforts to refine its operations, Block Inc. (NYSE: XYZ), the fintech founded by tech billionaire Jack Dorsey, is reportedly preparing to trim its workforce by as much as 10%. This development comes as part of a broader initiative to enhance… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 8:41 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The mysterious disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC’s Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has taken a chilling turn with ransom demands for millions in Bitcoin. This case underscores a growing and disturbing trend: the increasing involvement of virtual currencies like Bitcoin in violent… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 7:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has announced the integration of Ethereum and Arbitrum into its CeDeFi service. This update allows users to tap into promising on-chain tokens directly through their existing OKX accounts, bypassing the usual technical barriers associated with decentralized trading. By responding to user demands… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 5:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic has highlighted significant vulnerabilities in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, particularly involving stablecoins and organized scam operations. With stablecoins surpassing a $300 billion market cap, they offer efficient cross-border payments but also serve as tools for illicit finance. Elliptic’s recent analyses reveal how… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 1:10 pm By JD Alois  |  

Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) (NASDAQ:MSTR) has purchased more Bitcoin. The original digital asset treasury (DAT) firm has decided to buy more BTC during a period of volatility, when Bitcoin has lost a significant portion of its value. In an 8-K filed with the SEC on February… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 12:56 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent profile by Fortune, Tether, the issuer of the world’s dominant stablecoin USDT, emerges as a fast-growing global entity with around $187 billion in assets under management. The digital assets focused company is eyeing significant expansion into the US market, bolstered by partnerships… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 12:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In early February 2026, Chinese regulators (again) escalated their long-standing opposition to cryptocurrencies by issuing a joint statement from the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) and seven other agencies. The directive reportedly bans unauthorized offshore issuance of yuan-linked stablecoins and imposes strict vetting on tokens… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 11:43 am By JD Alois  |  

SEC Chairman Paul Atkins is scheduled to testify in front of the House Financial Services Committee and the Senate Banking Committee later this week. As Congress holds oversight on the SEC, these are standard hearings. This will be Chairman Atkins’s first appearance before the two… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 11:26 am By JD Alois  |  

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Market Participants Division has reissued CFTC Staff Letter 25-40 with a slight revision to the definition of “payment stablecoin.” According to the CFTC, the revision affects national trust banks, which may be permitted to issue payment stablecoins. Under the GENIUS… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 10:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the unpredictable ecosystem of cryptocurrency-facilitated crime, significant updates highlight both the adaptability of underground markets and the intensifying efforts by authorities to dismantle them. Despite global enforcement pushes, TRM Labs noted that some platforms continue to thrive, while others face severe repercussions for their… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 9:17 am By Michael Wong  |  

South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb’s chief executive apologised to users after a recent Bitcoin overpayment incident, as the platform moved to compensate customers and strengthen internal controls. CEO Lee Jae-won said the company “sincerely apologizes for the concern and inconvenience caused,” adding that Bithumb would… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 9:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The the nascent ecosystem of blockchain and decentralized finance, security remains a paramount concern. Blockchain security firm CertiK has recently highlighted critical areas of risk: sophisticated physical coercion tactics known as wrench attacks and technical exploits in cross-chain protocols. These insights underscore the multifaceted nature… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 9:06 am By Omar Faridi  |  

France’s Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) has issued a timely reminder to digital asset service providers (DASPs) about the impending end of a key transitional arrangement under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Regulation. This update, released on February 5, 2026, emphasizes the need for prompt… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 9:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In another busy week for tech and finance entrepreneur Kris Marszalek, two significant announcements have now captured attention in the fast-growing AI and cryptocurrency sectors. As the founder and CEO of both Crypto.com and the newly established AI.com, Marszalek is steering various projects that blend… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 7:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Over the years, Regtech SlowMist has emerged as a key player in safeguarding digital assets. Founded in 2018, by a group of network security professionals, the company says it has spent the past eight years navigating the tumultuous landscape of the industry. From boom-and-bust cycles… Read More

February 8, 2026 @ 10:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a time-period marked by technological advancements and geopolitical flux, Citigroup (NYSE: C) has released analyses that shed light on the future of supply chain finance and the broader banking industry. These reports underscore the resilience of global trade systems while highlighting tools like artificial… Read More

February 8, 2026 @ 4:01 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance has proposed a 0.1% tax on turnover for each crypto-asset transfer conducted through platforms operated by licensed service providers, under a draft circular released for public consultation, The Hanoi Times reported. Under the draft framework, crypto-asset transfers and trading would be… Read More