Tagged: digital assets

March 15, 2026 @ 6:32 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant setback for some of the participants in the cryptocurrency banking sector, a federal appeals court has rejected Custodia Bank‘s final effort to secure direct ties to the US Federal Reserve‘s payment network. The decision, handed down by the 10th Circuit Court of… Read More

March 15, 2026 @ 4:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has recently highlighted evolving challenges in the financial landscape through key publications. These updates underscore potential vulnerabilities in market stability while advocating for streamlined oversight to foster innovation and resilience. Drawing from analyses released in early 2026 and mid-2024,… Read More

March 15, 2026 @ 4:52 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Anchorage Digital, operator of the US federally chartered digital asset focused bank, has introduced support for institutional liquid restaking through a strategic collaboration with Puffer Finance. The Ethereum-focused liquid restaking platform and infrastructure provider now allows qualified clients to engage in advanced yield-generating strategies directly… Read More

March 15, 2026 @ 4:51 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Virtu Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VIRT), a market-making firm know for its advanced technological solutions in providing liquidity across international markets, has forged a new connection with Talos. Talos stands out as a top-tier supplier of infrastructure, technology, and data services tailored for institutional investors in… Read More

March 15, 2026 @ 12:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Investment platform Kraken continues to push boundaries with new digital tools and insights that cater to developers, businesses, and investors . Recent announcements highlight the investing platform’s commitment to accessibility, infrastructure, and education on key milestones, solidifying its position as a key player in the… Read More

March 15, 2026 @ 7:59 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving landscape of digital finance, stablecoins are emerging as a pivotal force, poised to redefine how value is transferred across borders and ecosystems. Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller recently highlighted in an interview that these blockchain-based assets, which offer swifter and more affordable transaction… Read More

March 13, 2026 @ 3:14 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Post-trade infrastructure providers—Euroclear, Clearstream, and DTCC—teamed up with Boston Consulting Group to release a new report. Titled “Building the Path Towards Digital Asset Securities Interoperability,” the document sets out a practical roadmap to overcome fragmentation in distributed ledger technology (DLT) networks and accelerate the mainstream… Read More

March 11, 2026 @ 4:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya recently spotlighted a fundamental limitation in Bitcoin that he believes could block its widespread use by central banks. In discussions around global finance, Palihapitiya pointed out that the cryptocurrency’s fully transparent blockchain creates permanent records of every transaction. This traceability means… Read More

March 11, 2026 @ 4:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Anchorage Digital, the operator of federally chartered digital assets focused bank, has officially announced its role in supporting the upcoming token generation event (TGE) for Pharos Network. The collaboration begins at the very moment of token creation, marking a significant step for institutional involvement in… Read More

March 10, 2026 @ 7:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Stablecoin issuer Circle (NYSE:CRCL) has announced a major expansion for its flagship products, making native USDC and its Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) officially available on EDGE Chain as of March 9, 2026. This integration delivers a fully regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin directly into one of the… Read More

March 10, 2026 @ 3:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

CertiK has indicated that the cryptocurrency industry in the United States has matured considerably, shifting from early battles for basic legitimacy to a concerted push for well-defined regulatory structures. Certik pointed out that  by the start of 2026, attention has turned to solidifying comprehensive rules… Read More

March 9, 2026 @ 10:57 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a policy shift, the US Department of the Treasury has informed lawmakers that certain cryptocurrency mixing tools offer genuine value for safeguarding user confidentiality in everyday transactions. Submitted under the GENIUS Act framework, the department’s latest assessment to Congress recognizes that individuals and businesses… Read More

March 9, 2026 @ 9:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has released a sharply focused new analysis spotlighting how criminals are increasingly turning to stablecoins for illicit financial activities, especially through direct peer-to-peer transfers using unhosted digital wallets. Released in Paris on 3 March 2026, the report urges governments… Read More

March 9, 2026 @ 1:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Binance—the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume—has obtained the ISO 22301 certification for its Business Continuity Management System. Announced on March 3, 2026, this milestone demonstrates the platform’s dedication to maintaining seamless operations even during unexpected challenges, reinforcing confidence among its global user base… Read More

March 9, 2026 @ 12:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Crypto.com has introduced a retirement product that fuses traditional equities with digital currencies in a single, streamlined account. Referred to as Crypto.com IRAs, this offering stands as the industry’s fully crypto-native mixed-asset retirement solution, allowing investors to hold and manage both stocks and cryptocurrencies through… Read More

March 6, 2026 @ 4:17 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain security firm CertiK announced on March 5, 2026, that it has finished a proof-of-reserves verification for Gate Technology FZE, the Dubai arm of the Gate Group. The exchange, which operates under a license from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), demonstrated full backing of… Read More

March 6, 2026 @ 7:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant development bringing together Wall Street players with digital asset focused initiatives, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)—(NYSE:ICE) the operator of the New York Stock Exchange—has secured a minority stake in OKX, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges. Announced on March 5, 2026, the strategic… Read More

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 @ 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