Tagged: digital assets

July 2, 2025 @ 10:46 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether, which claims to be the largest company in the digital asset industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Zanzibar e-Government Authority (eGaz), marking a collaboration to advance digital asset education and financial innovation across developing regions. This MoU aligns with Tether’s… Read More

July 2, 2025 @ 1:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bicoin Suisse is pleased to announce that their platform will be adding support for the Namada token (NAM). Effective immediately, clients will be able to “hold NAM on our institutional-grade custody solution, Bitcoin Suisse Vault, and to stake tokens to receive network rewards.” Clients can… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 9:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets platform Binance continues to make significant moves in advancing blockchain technology, enhancing security, and expanding the practical use of crypto-assets. Recent developments highlight Binance’s multifaceted approach to fostering innovation within the crypto ecosystem. From launching a secure AI platform to assisting law enforcement… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 12:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

MARA (NASDAQ: MARA), a digital energy and infrastructure company, and TAE Power Solutions, a company commercializing power management systems derived from fusion energy research, announced a  collaboration to develop “a high-frequency, real-time responsive load management system that can be modularly deployed up to GW scales,… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 5:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Gemini customers in the European Union can now buy tokenized Strategy ( formerly Microstragy – MSTR) on Gemini 1 and take it anywhere onchain. This means that anyone in the world with a smartphone and an internet connection can “gain access to tokenized U.S. equities… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 3:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Galaxy Digital Inc. (NASDAQ: GLXY), a firm focused on digital assets and blockchain technology, has announced significant updates, reinforcing its position as a key player in the web3 and crypto ecosystem. From securing a $175 million venture fund to expanding its operational scope through partnerships… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 8:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Kraken has recently made significant strides in expanding its regulatory footprint, operational strategy, and commitment to user education. The company secured a full Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from the Central Bank of Ireland, relocated its global headquarters to Wyoming, USA, and released findings… Read More

June 27, 2025 @ 6:29 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ripple has noted that as tokenized assets and stablecoins gain momentum, financial infrastructure must evolve to support “movement across blockchain networks.” Institutions increasingly demand digital assets that can “move securely and efficiently, without added complexity, risk, or liquidity fragmentation.” To help meet this demand, Ripple… Read More

June 27, 2025 @ 5:16 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Taurus SA, a digital asset infrastructure firm, has announced the deployment of its first private stablecoin contract. Unlike legacy stablecoins, their offering is said to provide confidentiality, untraceability, and anonymity, yet permits “access to authorized parties (issuers, regulators, law enforcement).” This service is said to… Read More

June 27, 2025 @ 10:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency ecosystem is evolving, driven by increasing global adoption and the need for robust frameworks to ensure trust, security, and compliance. Recent insights from Chainalysis highlight three critical areas shaping the industry: the global push for crypto regulation, the security risks surrounding stablecoins, and… Read More

June 27, 2025 @ 8:41 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the fast-growing ecosystem of cryptocurrencies, liquidity has emerged as a pivotal metric, influencing trading ease, market stability, and institutional interest. According to CoinGecko’s Crypto Liquidity on CEXes Report 2025, liquidity is no longer just a technical indicator but a hallmark of an asset’s maturity… Read More

June 25, 2025 @ 5:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) is making significant moves in the crypto and fintech space with its latest announcement, as shared by CEO Anthony Noto. The company is reentering the cryptocurrency market and introducing blockchain-powered international remittances, marking a significant pivot after exiting crypto in November… Read More

June 25, 2025 @ 4:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Gemini, the regulated cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, continues to innovate in the digital asset space with a trio of recent updates that cater to both retail and institutional investors. From an enhanced rewards program for its Bitcoin Credit Card to the… Read More

June 25, 2025 @ 12:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Wyden, the provider of institutional digital asset trading infrastructure for regulated institutions, and Garanti BBVA Kripto, a subsidiary of Garanti BBVA, one of Turkey’s largest banks, have announced a strategic partnership to support the growth of Garanti BBVA Kripto’s digital asset trading offering to its… Read More

June 25, 2025 @ 8:35 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Coin Metrics noted that Circle Internet Group (NASDAQ:CRCL), the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), has seen its market capitalization surge to $63 billion following its NYSE debut on June 5, 2025, outpacing the $61 billion in USDC circulating supply. The explosive 700% rally in Circle’s… 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 @ 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 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