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South Korea’s largest bank files stablecoin trademarks for upcoming banking consortium
South Korea’s biggest financial institution has submitted trademark applications for digital currency as part of its strategic planning ahead of a new collaborative project involvi...
Read Full Article →Bank for International Settlements argues stablecoins fail ‘three key tests’
The Bank for International Settlements highlights concerns about stablecoins’ limitations while emphasizing the important role that tokenizing central bank reserves and traditional...
Read Full Article →Coinbase aids federal agents in seizing $225 million in ‘stolen’ crypto, exchange says
The collaboration between Coinbase and federal agents resulted in the confiscation of $225 million in cryptocurrency, marking a notable event in the history of digital asset enforc...
Read Full Article →SharpLink Gaming expands crypto treasury to 188,478 ETH in second ether acquisition
SharpLink Gaming increased its cryptocurrency reserves by acquiring additional ether, boosting its total ETH holdings to 188,478, reflecting a strategic effort to strengthen its po...
Read Full Article →Ledger lands first sports jersey sponsorship with NBA’s San Antonio Spurs
The multi-year partnership with the NBA team represents a strategic move for the company to expand its presence in the U.S. market, which already accounts for a significant portion...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Polymarket reportedly nears $1 billion unicorn valuation, Ledger unveils ‘spare key’ reco...
Polymarket is approaching a valuation close to one billion dollars, while Ledger has introduced a new backup solution designed to enhance security for digital asset management.
Read Full Article →Mastercard taps Chainlink to provide direct, onchain fiat-to-crypto conversions for cardholders
Mastercard’s collaboration with Chainlink and multiple blockchain technologies aims to enable seamless purchases of cryptocurrencies using traditional payment cards, potentially en...
Read Full Article →Solana treasury firm DeFi Dev Corp spins up Dogwifhat validator, plans to split WIF staking rewards...
DeFi Dev Corp has launched a new validator for Dogwifhat and intends to share the remaining staking profits with the community following the coverage of associated operational cost...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin dominance rebounds to 62% as institutions stick with blue-chip crypto exposure
Institutional investment preferences have reinforced Bitcoin's market share, indicating sustained capital allocation towards leading digital currencies and possibly postponing incr...
Read Full Article →Hut 8 doubles Bitcoin-backed credit line with Coinbase Credit to $130 million, locks fixed rate
Hut 8 has increased its loan facility with Coinbase Credit to $130 million at a fixed interest rate, providing the company with extended access to additional non-dilutive funds thr...
Read Full Article →Anthony Pompliano’s Bitcoin treasury company, Procap, buys first $385 million worth of BTC
Procap’s recent acquisition of $385 million in Bitcoin highlights its commitment to digital assets ahead of its planned public listing via a merger with Nasdaq-listed Columbus Circ...
Read Full Article →Polymarket to close a $200 million fundraise at a $1 billion valuation: report
The recent capital influx of $200 million, valuing Polymarket at $1 billion, highlights increased confidence in the prediction market sector following heightened activity during th...
Read Full Article →Solana treasury company Upexi tumbles 60% after 43 million shares hit the market
Upexi’s stock value declined sharply as a large volume of shares became available following its efforts to raise capital by acquiring Solana tokens for its treasury.
Read Full Article →CoinShares says wealthy investors want crypto advice — but don’t trust financial advisors to give it
Affluent individuals are increasingly seeking guidance on digital currencies, yet they remain skeptical about relying on traditional financial professionals for accurate and trustw...
Read Full Article →Nasdaq-listed Nano Labs plans $500 million convertible note sale to fund BNB treasury
Nano Labs aims to raise $500 million through convertible notes to support its BNB treasury strategy, reflecting a broader trend of increased corporate investment in cryptocurrency...
Read Full Article →UK’s The Smarter Web Company adds $20 million in bitcoin, taking total holdings past 500 BTC
The Smarter Web Company's recent investment in bitcoin has substantially increased its digital asset portfolio, reflecting a notable shift in its financial strategy and impacting i...
Read Full Article →Celestia co-founder cites $100 million war chest and six-year runway to ‘play the long game’ as nati...
Celestia’s co-founder highlighted a substantial $100 million reserve and extended funding duration to support ongoing development despite the native token experiencing a significan...
Read Full Article →Canton blockchain developer Digital Asset raises $135 million in Goldman Sachs-backed round to accel...
Digital Asset secured $135 million in a funding round supported by Goldman Sachs to enhance the growth and implementation of its privacy-centric Canton Network within financial ins...
Read Full Article →US spot Ethereum ETFs surpass $4 billion in cumulative net inflows as first anniversary approaches
The recent inflows into US Ethereum spot ETFs reflect growing investor interest, marking a significant recovery and expansion in assets despite previous substantial withdrawals fro...
Read Full Article →Ledger unveils Recovery Key — a physical ‘spare key’ for tap-to-recover crypto wallets
Ledger’s new Recovery Key provides an additional method for regaining access to crypto wallets, potentially reducing loss risks while allowing users flexibility in their preferred...
Read Full Article →US housing regulator to study use of crypto holdings in mortgage qualifications
The FHFA plans to assess how incorporating cryptocurrency assets into mortgage evaluations could impact lending practices and borrower eligibility within the housing finance market...
Read Full Article →Democratic senator introduces bill targeting Trump’s crypto ties, seeking to ban officials from endo...
A new legislative proposal aims to prevent senior government officials and their relatives from supporting or launching cryptocurrency initiatives, addressing potential conflicts o...
Read Full Article →Metaplanet plans $5 billion capital injection into US subsidiary to fuel global expansion
Metaplanet’s forthcoming $5 billion investment in its American division aims to support worldwide growth, leveraging its position as one of the top corporate holders of Bitcoin wit...
Read Full Article →Ark Invest offloads $110 million worth of Circle shares amid continued post-IPO surge
Ark Invest’s sale of a substantial number of Circle shares reflects profit-taking following the stock’s significant increase in value since its initial public offering.
Read Full Article →Bitcoin, ether rally as Trump announces Iran-Israel ceasefire; focus shifts to macro cues, analyst s...
The recent increase in digital currency values reflects investor response to geopolitical developments, with market participants now paying close attention to broader economic indi...
Read Full Article →Geopolitical and NBA betting markets see spike in open interest on Polymarket despite decreasing act...
Despite a decline in active participants and trading volume, the increase in open interest within markets related to global conflicts on Polymarket signals heightened financial com...
Read Full Article →Former Coral Capital execs to launch BNB treasury firm Build & Build Corporation, raise $100 million...
The establishment of Build & Build Corporation by former Coral Capital executives, combined with a $100 million funding round, highlights increased investor interest and potential...
Read Full Article →Federal Reserve removes ‘reputational risk’ from bank examinations in a ‘win’ against crypto debanki...
The Federal Reserve, along with other regulators, has discontinued reputational risk assessments for banks, potentially reducing regulatory burdens and influencing financial instit...
Read Full Article →Circle’s post-IPO stock surge pushes market cap near Coinbase and USDC
Following its initial public offering, Circle’s stock price climbed to $298, elevating its market value to more than $77 billion, surpassing both Coinbase and USDC in overall valua...
Read Full Article →Trump Media’s $400 million stock repurchase plan will not alter its multi-billion Bitcoin treasury d...
The company’s recent $400 million share buyback is unlikely to impact its extensive strategic investments in cryptocurrency originally supported by a significant private funding ro...
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