Tagged: Web3

March 22, 2026 @ 3:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

MetaMask has pointed out that as blockchain and web3 technology adoption surges, real-world asset (RWA) tokens are emerging as a bridge between traditional finance and decentralized technology. These digital representations grant ownership rights to physical or conventional assets—ranging from government bonds and real estate to… Read More

March 20, 2026 @ 7:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Prediction market platform Kalshi Inc. has completed a substantial new financing round, pulling in more than $1 billion and elevating its overall company worth to $22 billion. This development, shared by individuals close to the transaction, represents a striking leap forward for the innovative fintech… Read More

March 19, 2026 @ 9:03 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Cloudflare Inc. (NYSE: NET) saw its shares climb sharply Wednesday, gaining more than 6 percent to close at $225.48, after reports emerged that prominent cryptocurrency players are racing to handle the issuance of the company’s forthcoming stablecoin. According to sources familiar with the discussions, Coinbase… Read More

March 16, 2026 @ 7:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In the evolving Fintech sector, a notable shift is underway, with more companies opting for stock repurchases to reallocate capital and enhance their market value. This approach involves firms buying back their own shares from the open market, effectively shrinking the total number of outstanding… 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 11, 2026 @ 4:20 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

DeFi and web3 focused Aave Labs has rolled out seemingly transformative updates that strengthen the protocol’s foundation while making decentralized finance more approachable. The first centers on Aave V4, built from the ground up with security embedded at every stage of development rather than added… Read More

March 7, 2026 @ 6:13 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

UQPAY, a Singapore-headquartered global fintech company, has launched a dual-rail full-stack payment platform, purpose-built to help businesses operate across traditional finance and stablecoin-based payment ecosystems. Supporting 200-plus markets and more than 140 currencies, the platform integrates global acquiring, global accounts, card issuing, and stablecoin accounts… Read More

March 2, 2026 @ 11:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As artificial intelligence algorithms become more sophisticated and nuanced, AI agents—autonomous systems capable of decision-making and task execution—are poised to shift from experimental tools to core business enablers. According to a recent analysis by CB Insights, by 2026, these agents will prioritize deployment, security enhancements,… Read More

February 25, 2026 @ 11:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Step Finance, a decentralized finance platform on the Solana blockchain, has officially announced the immediate wind-down of all its activities after a significant cybersecurity breach drained roughly $40 million from its treasury. The closure, revealed on February 23, 2026, also encompasses its affiliated projects, SolanaFloor… Read More

February 20, 2026 @ 4:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

San Francisco-based data and AI focused firm Databricks noted this past week that it has delivered steady results, announcing on February 9, 2026, that it has exceeded a $5.4 billion annual revenue run-rate while posting more than 65% year-over-year growth in the fourth quarter. The… Read More

February 16, 2026 @ 6:56 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Crypto.com has noted that there’s been a significant surge for the digital asset space, the number of people worldwide holding cryptocurrencies climbed to 741 million by the end of 2025. Crypto.com insights have revealed that this represents a solid 12.4% jump from the previous year’s… Read More

February 10, 2026 @ 11:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Charles Hoskinson, the web3 tech entrepreneur behind Cardano and head of Input Output Hong Kong (IOHK), has opened up about enduring massive financial setbacks in the cryptocurrency realm. In a recent disclosure, the ex-Ethereum co-founder revealed that his portfolio is currently burdened with approximately $3… Read More

February 10, 2026 @ 6:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has unveiled plans for a $1 billion investment in artificial intelligence over the next four years, culminating by 2030. This initiative was revealed during the opening of Indus AI Week 2026, a week-long event in Islamabad running from February 9… Read More

February 5, 2026 @ 3:24 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Prediction markets, where participants wager on the outcomes of real-world events ranging from elections to sports, have surged in popularity as a innovative segment of the web3 ecosystem. Platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket allow users to buy and sell contracts tied to these events, effectively… Read More

February 2, 2026 @ 8:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the midst of the 2026 World Economic Forum held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, conversations around blockchain and decentralized technologies are gaining momentum. As Web3 evolves from niche experiments to mainstream institutional adoption, the need for robust infrastructure has never been clearer. CertiK, a key player… Read More

February 1, 2026 @ 2:10 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA), a global non-profit initiative founded by Bybit and dedicated to leveraging blockchain for societal impact, and FLock.io, a privacy-first decentralized AI provider, have announced the signing of a partnership to explore collaboration focused on decentralized AI, blockchain, and public-good initiatives…. Read More

January 30, 2026 @ 12:31 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

The Digital Genesis Fund has officially launched as a new European investment platform focused on real-world infrastructure for the digital age, combining institutional regulation with Web3, tokenization, and AI-driven value creation. Structured as a Luxembourg SICAV-RAIF, the Digital Genesis Fund is designed to deploy long-term… Read More

January 28, 2026 @ 1:43 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Alchemy Pay, a provider of fiat-to-crypto payment solutions, has teamed up with Japan Open Chain (JOC). This collaboration introduces a streamlined way for users worldwide to acquire JOC Coin using everyday fiat currencies, marking a step forward in making cryptocurrency more accessible and user-friendly. The… Read More

January 22, 2026 @ 9:13 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Plaee, a provider of ready-to-use trading platforms, has joined forces with Crypto.com’s Derivatives North America division (CDNA). This collaboration aims to roll out advanced, fully compliant infrastructure for prediction markets across the United States. By combining their expertise, the two companies are set to empower… Read More

January 20, 2026 @ 2:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Crypto.com is expanding its footprint in the digital asset ecosystem through key partnerships that enhance trading capabilities, high-frequency solutions, and emerging markets like predictions. These developments underscore the platform’s commitment to regulatory compliance, user security, and technological advancement. One notable collaboration involves EmCoin, the digital… Read More