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September 25, 2025 @ 2:14 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The GENIUS Act is ushering in a new era of regulatory oversight for digital assets, particularly stablecoins, in the United States. By classifying stablecoin issuers as financial institutions, mandating Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs, and requiring third-party audits, the legislation signals that cryptocurrencies can no longer… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 4:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a forward-thinking program designed to permit the use of tokenized assets—particularly stablecoins—as security for derivatives positions. Announced recently, by Acting Chair Caroline D. Pham, this initiative represents a regulatory evolution, aiming to harness blockchain‘s potential for… Read More

September 24, 2025 @ 8:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The United States and the United Kingdom have long shared an economic alliance, underpinned by a commitment to fostering tech breakthroughs, stability, and growth in global financial markets. In a recent development, Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has announced its active support for deepening this transatlantic partnership. By… Read More

September 19, 2025 @ 12:58 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an era where financial pressures are mounting and lifestyles have shifted to on-demand everything—from streaming services to grocery deliveries—access to earned wages has become a critical need. DailyPay, the on-demand pay platform, announced updates that enhance financial wellness for hourly workers and small businesses…. Read More

September 16, 2025 @ 3:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The US Senate has confirmed Stephen Miran, a supporter of the Trump Administration’s tariff policy and “crypto-friendly economist,” to join the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. The vote approving Miran took place Monday, September 15, 2025, and comes just ahead of the central bank’s interest rate meeting this… Read More

September 15, 2025 @ 10:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

TransUnion (NYSE: TRU), a global information and insights company, has released reports that shed light on how Americans are coping with inflation and leveraging rent payments to bolster their financial profiles. Unveiled in September 2025, these analyses highlight diverse consumer strategies amid rising costs and… Read More

September 15, 2025 @ 2:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets exchange Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) announced several updates aimed at supporting its mission of enabling the so-called crypto-economy, which is a term that has been widely used by the company over the years. From bolstering its memberships to clarifying asset listing processes and acqui- hiring talent to… Read More

September 14, 2025 @ 1:25 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving landscape of private equity, the US middle market continues to carve out a path of resilience, even as broader economic uncertainties loom. PitchBook‘s Q2 2025 US PE Middle Market Report paints a somewhat optimistic picture for the first half of the year,… Read More

September 12, 2025 @ 2:44 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

CME Group, the world’s derivatives marketplace, has recently announced several developments that indicate its commitment to product development and tech advancements. On September 9, 2025, CME Group launched a new suite of analytics tools designed to support volatility traders in an increasingly active options market…. Read More

September 12, 2025 @ 8:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Several years ago, Anchorage Digital achieved a key milestone as the first cryptocurrency institution to secure a digital asset trust charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). Nathan McCauley, the Cofounder and CEO at Anchorage Digital, recently reflected on this milestone,… Read More

September 11, 2025 @ 9:34 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Brex, the self-described intelligent finance platform, announced a partnership with DoorDash for Business, which is described as DoorDash’s solution for workplace meals and employee perks, in order to “provide DashPass membership to US-based Brex cardholder.” Through this colla, employers who offer Brex cards “to their… Read More

September 9, 2025 @ 3:12 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The US real estate sector continues to challenge expectations, blending  overall growth with stark regional divides and various partnerships aimed at streamlining the property buying and selling process. Recent data from Zillow highlights a market valued at an unprecedented $55.1 trillion as of mid-2025, underscoring… Read More

September 9, 2025 @ 8:47 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Wise (LON:WISE), the global technology company building what it thinks is the best way to move and manage the world’s money, announced an expansion of its North American office hub in Austin. The company will aim to increase its current office space “by 200% to… Read More

September 7, 2025 @ 10:41 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Figure Technology Solutions, a blockchain-powered fintech company specializing in mortgage and lending services, is reportedly gearing up for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Nasdaq. Co-founded by SoFi veteran Mike Cagney, the San Francisco-based firm is aiming to secure a valuation of approximately $4.1… Read More

September 7, 2025 @ 8:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has launched an investigation into allegations of misconduct by former executives of Synapse Financial Technologies Inc., a now-defunct fintech company whose collapse earlier this year left thousands of customers unable to access their savings. The regulatory scrutiny centers on… Read More

September 7, 2025 @ 8:19 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Nasdaq (Nasdaq:NDAQ) is reportedly looking to increase its oversight of companies that seek to bolster their stock prices by raising capital to amass cryptocurrency reserves. This move reflects growing concerns about the speculative nature of such strategies, as some Nasdaq-listed firms increasingly pivot toward digital… Read More

September 6, 2025 @ 11:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) continues to drive product development in financial services, addressing evolving consumer needs through enhanced employee benefits, cutting-edge AI technology, and tailored financial products. Recent announcements highlight the bank’s commitment to enable clients and employees, with significant updates including a doubling… Read More

September 6, 2025 @ 10:14 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Polymarket, a decentralized prediction market platform, has reached a significant milestone by recording an all-time high in new markets created, signaling growth and increasing user engagement. In August 2025, the platform saw the creation of 13,800 new markets, surpassing the previous record set in July… Read More

September 4, 2025 @ 1:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The latest Chainalysis Global Crypto Adoption Index, released on September 2, 2025, highlights a transformative year for cryptocurrency, with India and the United States emerging as global leaders in grassroots and institutional adoption, respectively. This latest report by Chainalysis, a blockchain analytics firm, analyzes on-chain… Read More

September 2, 2025 @ 5:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a key decision on August 29, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit declared most of the United States’ recently imposed tariffs illegal, affirming a May ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade. The lower court had determined that the… Read More