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Japan’s Remixpoint says it raised $215 million to expand bitcoin treasury
Remixpoint’s recent $215 million funding aims to increase its bitcoin holdings significantly, following a strategic approach similar to other companies that have successfully grown...
Read Full Article →Bitwise calls ETH, SOL, XRP, LINK the ‘cleanest’ plays as tokenization narrative builds
Analysts from Bitwise suggest that increasing tokenization adoption may generate greater financial impact than other cryptocurrency trends, highlighting certain tokens as particula...
Read Full Article →Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin hits $500 million market cap within seven months of launch
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin achieved a market valuation of $500 million in under seven months, highlighting rapid growth as the company pursues a U.S. banking license for regulatory...
Read Full Article →New Zealand to ban crypto ATMs in broader efforts to combat money laundering
The restriction on digital currency machines in New Zealand aims to reduce illegal financial activities, potentially impacting the accessibility and transactions within the emergin...
Read Full Article →GameSquare shares surge 60% after board approves $100 million Ethereum treasury initiative
GameSquare's decision to create a substantial Ethereum reserve has attracted investor interest, leading to a notable increase in stock value following the board's recent approval.
Read Full Article →South Korea seeks to grant startup benefits to crypto firms through reclassification
South Korea's initiative to reclassify cryptocurrency companies as venture businesses aims to provide them with access to government support and financial incentives designed to bo...
Read Full Article →Two men charged in $650 million global fraud scheme involving foreign exchange trading and crypto
Authorities have accused two individuals of orchestrating an international fraud that resulted in the misappropriation of hundreds of millions of dollars through foreign exchange a...
Read Full Article →What’s next: Crypto ETF ‘floodgates’ poised to open as SEC weighs faster approval framework
The potential approval of numerous spot cryptocurrency ETFs by the SEC could significantly increase market liquidity and investor access, potentially reshaping investment strategie...
Read Full Article →SoFi adds investment opportunities for pre-IPO firms such as OpenAI, SpaceX, Epic Games
SoFi expands its platform to allow everyday investors access to shares in private companies before their public offerings, aligning with other financial services providing similar...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Trump’s Truth Social files for ‘Crypto Blue Chip’ ETF, Dubai approves tokenized money mar...
The recent regulatory approvals and new fund filings highlight growing institutional interest and innovation in digital assets, potentially impacting investment strategies and mark...
Read Full Article →Phantom wallet unveils direct perp trading support for EU users, powered by Hyperliquid
The integration enables EU users to access perpetual contract trading seamlessly through a widely used web3 wallet, leveraging advanced technology provided by Hyperliquid's platfor...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin-focused VC Ego Death Capital closes $100 million second fund
Ego Death Capital’s new $100 million fund enables the firm to make substantial early-stage investments, supporting Bitcoin-based startups with initial contributions between $3 mill...
Read Full Article →SharpLink Gaming discloses holding 205,634 ETH in second-largest treasury behind Ethereum Foundation
SharpLink Gaming's recent acquisition of thousands of Ethereum tokens has positioned its treasury as the second largest in the ecosystem, reflecting a substantial financial commitm...
Read Full Article →Mizuho bearish on Circle’s stock, says market overstates USDC’s medium-term growth outlook
Despite Mizuho’s cautious outlook on Circle’s medium-term prospects, the company’s stock has experienced substantial appreciation since its initial public offering last month.
Read Full Article →Benchmark says Semler Scientific could close valuation gap with Bitcoin treasury peers, sees 150% up...
Semler Scientific’s substantial Bitcoin holdings, valued near $430 million, may enhance its market value relative to similar firms, potentially leading to significant investor gain...
Read Full Article →Solana treasury firm Upexi’s SOL holdings climb above 735,000 as it eyes tokenized equity
Upexi’s increasing SOL asset accumulation highlights its strategic focus on tokenized equity despite the company’s stock price remaining significantly lower due to recent large-sca...
Read Full Article →KULR secures $20 million credit facility with Coinbase to help fund bitcoin accumulation
KULR has obtained a $20 million loan from Coinbase, providing additional capital to support its planned investments in acquiring bitcoin over the coming period.
Read Full Article →Vertex to sunset VRTX token, migrate DEX to Kraken-backed Layer 2 Ink
Vertex plans to discontinue its native token, eliminate existing reserves, and transition its decentralized exchange platform to the Layer 2 solution Ink, supported by Kraken, affe...
Read Full Article →Trump’s Truth Social files with SEC to launch ‘Crypto Blue Chip’ ETF tracking BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP and...
The introduction of this new ETF aims to offer investors diversified exposure to leading cryptocurrencies, potentially influencing market dynamics and expanding options within the...
Read Full Article →Robinhood engages with regulators over tokenized equities: Bloomberg
Robinhood is collaborating with European regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and address financial risks associated with its new blockchain-based stock token platform.
Read Full Article →BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF IBIT surpasses 700,000 BTC in assets under management
BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF IBIT managing over 700,000 BTC highlights its leading position, representing more than half of the combined assets held by competing spot Bitcoin excha...
Read Full Article →Nasdaq-listed BioSig arranges $1.1B financing to tokenize commodities market after merger with Strea...
The recent $1.1 billion funding secured by the Nasdaq company supports its expansion into asset tokenization, following the strategic merger with a firm experienced in real-world c...
Read Full Article →Metaplanet plans to leverage growing bitcoin treasury to acquire digital bank, cash-generating firms...
Metaplanet’s expanding cryptocurrency reserves provide substantial financial resources that could support strategic acquisitions of digital banking and revenue-generating companies...
Read Full Article →Japan-listed firm Remixpoint says it will pay CEO in bitcoin to align with shareholders
Remixpoint’s decision to compensate its CEO exclusively in bitcoin represents a novel approach aimed at closely linking executive financial interests with the performance and value...
Read Full Article →Australian fund manager DigitalX to grow bitcoin holdings with $13.5M raise from Animoca Brands, Met...
DigitalX secured $13.5 million in funding from multiple investors, enabling the company to increase its bitcoin assets and allocate additional resources toward operational expenses...
Read Full Article →Crypto stocks soar in Hong Kong as stablecoin momentum builds
The upcoming implementation of Hong Kong's stablecoin licensing framework is attracting traditional financial institutions, contributing to increased investor enthusiasm and rising...
Read Full Article →Dubai approves tokenized money market fund in RWA drive
The recent regulatory authorization allows the QCD Money Market Fund to utilize tokenization within the Dubai International Financial Centre, potentially enhancing liquidity and br...
Read Full Article →Nasdaq-listed hotel chain Murano joins bitcoin treasury race with $500 million equity purchase agree...
Murano’s $500 million equity purchase agreement and exploration of bitcoin payment options reflect its strategic efforts to leverage cryptocurrency for financial growth and custome...
Read Full Article →Investors ‘probably’ expected a higher valuation for Core Scientific, Bernstein says after bitcoin m...
The agreement for CoreWeave to acquire Core Scientific in a nearly $9 billion stock transaction reflects market reactions and investor expectations regarding the valuation of the b...
Read Full Article →TON Foundation searches for VP of marketing following UAE ‘Golden Visa’ controversy
The company aims to fill a key marketing leadership role responsible for developing strategies that enhance brand visibility and drive economic growth within the TON ecosystem.
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