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#finos

5 hours ago

EU data protection

MiCA Decoded: July 1 Is Not the Deadline. For Most Service Providers, It Already Passed

19 hours ago

Cryptocurrency

Japan Moves to Expand Crypto Compliance Regime as Tax Surveillance Enters Cross-Border Era

6 days ago

Cryptocurrency

This Week in Crypto Law (Mar. 22, 2026)

EU data protection

5 hours ago

MiCA Decoded: July 1 Is Not the Deadline. For Most Service Providers, It Already Passed

Service providers must secure authorization by July 1, 2026, or cease operations, with many missing jurisdiction-specific application deadlines.

19 hours ago

Japan Moves to Expand Crypto Compliance Regime as Tax Surveillance Enters Cross-Border Era

Japan is enhancing crypto regulation to improve tax compliance and transparency in digital asset transactions.

6 days ago

This Week in Crypto Law (Mar. 22, 2026)

Legal and regulatory uncertainty is shaping markets, business decisions, and global policy in the crypto sector.

more#crypto-regulation

SoFi Can't Shake the Doubts, but Its Stock at $15 Is Crazy

SoFi Technologies' stock plummeted 51.57% despite record revenue and profitability, driven by broader fintech sector concerns and market disconnect.

Venture

Blend's post-IPO reset: CEO Nima Ghamsari bets that AI can turn it all around | Fortune

London startup

British Business Bank backs 9fin with $20m as fintech reaches unicorn status

22 hours ago

SoFi Can't Shake the Doubts, but Its Stock at $15 Is Crazy

SoFi Technologies' stock plummeted 51.57% despite record revenue and profitability, driven by broader fintech sector concerns and market disconnect.

Blend's post-IPO reset: CEO Nima Ghamsari bets that AI can turn it all around | Fortune

Blend's CEO emphasizes recovery from the fintech crash, focusing on profitability after a significant decline in market cap and mortgage volumes.

London startup

British Business Bank backs 9fin with $20m as fintech reaches unicorn status

British Business Bank invested $20 million in 9fin, achieving unicorn status and enhancing the UK's fintech position.

more#fintech

Artificial intelligence

ARKK Let's You Bet Big on Crypto Infrastructure With Top Disruptors In 2026

Cathie Wood continues to invest in Ark Innovation ETF despite market downturns, focusing on future tech and crypto infrastructure.

Poker

Digital Wallets and the Future of Casino Payments in the UK

Digital wallets are preferred for online payments due to their speed, ease of use, and enhanced privacy, especially in casino transactions.

London startup

For London's fintech and SaaS firms, digital risk is no longer theoretical - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reputation is a critical business variable for fintech and SaaS companies, impacting partnerships, regulations, and revenue.

Fundraising

Binance Commits $500K to Scale National Ukraine Web3 Ecosystem Growth

Binance launches the Digital Resilience Lab in Ukraine to enhance Web3 solutions through funding and mentorship.

Law

fromEngadget

CFTC sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets

CFTC is suing states for attempting to regulate prediction markets, asserting its exclusive jurisdiction over these financial instruments.

Tech industry

From Inbox to Income: W3.io is Building the Digital Rails That Lead Creators to Bitcoin

The creator economy is a $250 billion industry, but creators face significant operational challenges that hinder their earnings potential.

Marketing tech

fromQuartz

Can AI-Driven Advertising Growth Unlock Further Upside for MELI?

MercadoLibre's advertising business is driving revenue growth through AI enhancements and increased advertiser adoption within its commerce ecosystem.

Digital life

What Fast-Moving Digital Industries Teach Us About Business Agility

Fast-moving industries exemplify business agility by rapidly adapting to trends and customer needs, a practice all businesses should adopt.

NYC music

fromRAIN News

RAIN Notes: March 30

iHeartMedia plans a unified national radio experience for America's 250th birthday with synchronized broadcasts and major celebrations.

Mistral raises 723M to expand Its AI infrastructure

Mistral AI raised 723 million euros for a new data center in Paris to enhance European AI infrastructure.

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

Mistral secures $830M from seven banks to build its own AI data centre

Mistral AI secured $830 million in debt financing to build a data center in France, enhancing European AI compute sovereignty.

fromTechzine Global

Mistral raises 723M to expand Its AI infrastructure

Mistral AI raised 723 million euros for a new data center in Paris to enhance European AI infrastructure.

fromTNW | Investors-Funding

Mistral secures $830M from seven banks to build its own AI data centre

Mistral AI secured $830 million in debt financing to build a data center in France, enhancing European AI compute sovereignty.

The API economy may soon grow by tens of millions of customers-here's why | Fortune

Agentic commerce is rapidly evolving, enabling AI agents to make micropayments on behalf of consumers, potentially transforming the shopping landscape.

Retirement

fromSubstack

2 weeks ago

BuzzFeed's AI Collapse, Coinbase vs. Big Banks, and the SpaceX IPO Is Official - Episode 182

Markets and technology are rapidly evolving, impacting companies like BuzzFeed, Coinbase, and SpaceX.

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

TikTok wants to provide financial services in Brazil

TikTok is seeking financial services approval in Brazil to enhance in-app shopping and user engagement.

Ripple Prime Secures Investment-Grade Credit Rating Backed by $39B Assets

Ripple Prime has received investment-grade credit ratings, reflecting its financial strength and expanding role in digital and traditional financial markets.

Australia Passes Landmark Crypto Law, Mandates Licensing For Exchanges And Custodians

Australia has established a comprehensive digital asset framework requiring crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain financial services licenses.

New Crypto PAC Targets US Digital Asset Legislation With Anchorage Digital and Chainlink Support

BLF is a hybrid PAC supporting candidates favorable to digital asset policy through direct contributions and independent expenditures.

EU data protection

Australia Passes Landmark Crypto Law, Mandates Licensing For Exchanges And Custodians

Australia has established a comprehensive digital asset framework requiring crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain financial services licenses.

New Crypto PAC Targets US Digital Asset Legislation With Anchorage Digital and Chainlink Support

BLF is a hybrid PAC supporting candidates favorable to digital asset policy through direct contributions and independent expenditures.

OpenFX Raises $94 Million Series A to Scale Global Cross-Border Stablecoin Payments

OpenFX raised $94 million in Series A funding to enhance real-time stablecoin settlement across global markets.

Artificial intelligence

Self-Sovereign AI Agent Platform Coinfello Targets Institutional Adoption With Decentralized Infrastructure

Self-sovereign AI agents enable individuals to control their data and decisions without centralized platforms.

fromTNW | China

Chinese tech companies pivot to Hong Kong as US and EU barriers tighten

Mainland Chinese companies increasingly use Hong Kong for IPOs, reflecting a shift in capital raising strategies amid geopolitical tensions.

Fundraising

fromAlleywatch

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/22/26 - 3/28/26

NYC startups raised significant funding this week, including Thesis Care's $45M and Spade's $40M in Series A and B rounds respectively.

Ripple Highlights RLUSD Impact as Real-World Value Flows Into Small Businesses

Ripple's RLUSD initiative invests $15 million to support underserved U.S. small businesses, enhancing access to capital and job creation.

Ripple Expands RLUSD Access in South Korea With Coinone Listing

Ripple expands RLUSD into South Korea, enabling direct KRW access on Coinone, enhancing stablecoin adoption and liquidity in regulated markets.

XRP News: Ripple Just Joined Singapore's MAS BLOOM Sandbox-Will This Help XRP Price?

Ripple joins Singapore's BLOOM sandbox to pilot automated trade finance settlements using RLUSD on the XRP Ledger.

Cryptocurrency

Ripple Enters Singapore Central Bank Program Piloting XRP Ledger and RLUSD Use

2 weeks ago

XRP News: Ripple Just Launched Its Full Financial Stack in Brazil-Will XRP Price Move This Time?

Ripple expanded its services in Brazil, offering payments, custody, stablecoins, prime brokerage, and treasury management, with six financial institutions already participating.

14 hours ago

Ripple Highlights RLUSD Impact as Real-World Value Flows Into Small Businesses

Ripple's RLUSD initiative invests $15 million to support underserved U.S. small businesses, enhancing access to capital and job creation.

Ripple Expands RLUSD Access in South Korea With Coinone Listing

Ripple expands RLUSD into South Korea, enabling direct KRW access on Coinone, enhancing stablecoin adoption and liquidity in regulated markets.

XRP News: Ripple Just Joined Singapore's MAS BLOOM Sandbox-Will This Help XRP Price?

Ripple joins Singapore's BLOOM sandbox to pilot automated trade finance settlements using RLUSD on the XRP Ledger.

Cryptocurrency

Ripple Enters Singapore Central Bank Program Piloting XRP Ledger and RLUSD Use

2 weeks ago

XRP News: Ripple Just Launched Its Full Financial Stack in Brazil-Will XRP Price Move This Time?

Ripple expanded its services in Brazil, offering payments, custody, stablecoins, prime brokerage, and treasury management, with six financial institutions already participating.

BofA Upgrades Vale Amid Iran Conflict Selloff

Vale stock has rebounded despite geopolitical tensions, with Bank of America upgrading it to Buy due to strong operational performance and copper growth prospects.

Poker

fromCointelegraph

Why Argentina Is Blocking Polymarket Despite Its Global Growth

Argentina's ban on Polymarket highlights the clash between global platform growth and local regulatory frameworks, particularly regarding unlicensed gambling concerns.

Former Stripe and Coinbase employees raise $8 million for Latitude, a startup whose core product is stablecoin-based 'Global Payouts' | Fortune

Latitude simplifies international payments for businesses using stablecoins, aiming to make transactions fast and affordable.

EU data protection

Is Europe too regulated to win the AI race-or ready for a second act? | Fortune

Europe faces economic decline without radical reforms, as highlighted in the Draghi report.

Coinbase Clarifies 'We Are Not Becoming a Bank' After Receiving Conditional OCC Nod That Hints at Bigger Moves

Coinbase received OCC trust charter approval, establishing a federally regulated path for crypto infrastructure without becoming a bank.

Coinbase Receives OCC Nod To Form National Trust Company

Coinbase received conditional approval to establish Coinbase National Trust Company, enhancing its federally supervised custody operations without becoming a commercial bank.

13 hours ago

Coinbase Clarifies 'We Are Not Becoming a Bank' After Receiving Conditional OCC Nod That Hints at Bigger Moves

Coinbase received OCC trust charter approval, establishing a federally regulated path for crypto infrastructure without becoming a bank.

Coinbase Receives OCC Nod To Form National Trust Company

Coinbase received conditional approval to establish Coinbase National Trust Company, enhancing its federally supervised custody operations without becoming a commercial bank.

Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong

Yunji aims to use Hong Kong for international expansion amid challenges faced by Chinese tech firms abroad.

fromTearsheet

In the world of Stripe: Acquisitions, agentic AI, and stablecoins - Tearsheet

Reports suggest that Stripe is considering a PayPal acquisition, although negotiations on the subject are in early stages with no guarantee of going through.

Business

Ex-Blackstone staffers raise $25 million for startup Valinor, which aims to put private credit on the blockchain | Fortune

Valinor raises $25 million to integrate private credit with blockchain technology, aiming to bridge traditional finance and the crypto sector.

#bitcoin

20 hours ago

Cryptocurrency

Jack Dorsey Teases Bitcoin Faucet Revival With "Bitcoin Day" Post

Cryptocurrency

Metaplanet Jumps To No. 3 Spot In Corporate Bitcoin Holders

Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin slides as geopolitical concerns drive risk aversion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Cryptocurrency

HRF's Bitcoin Development Fund Supports 26 Projects

Cryptocurrency

Square Enables Automatic Bitcoin Payment Acceptance for Eligible US Sellers

Cryptocurrency

Simon Gerovich Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

20 hours ago

Jack Dorsey Teases Bitcoin Faucet Revival With "Bitcoin Day" Post

Jack Dorsey announced a new initiative called 'Bitcoin Day' offering free Bitcoin, reviving the concept of the Bitcoin faucet.

Metaplanet Jumps To No. 3 Spot In Corporate Bitcoin Holders

Metaplanet acquired 5,075 BTC for $398 million, becoming a top corporate bitcoin holder despite a significant paper loss on its investments.

Bitcoin slides as geopolitical concerns drive risk aversion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Bitcoin's price remains stable despite geopolitical tensions and negative institutional flows.

HRF's Bitcoin Development Fund Supports 26 Projects

HRF announces 1.5 billion satoshis in grants to enhance Bitcoin infrastructure, privacy, and education for human rights and financial freedom.

Square Enables Automatic Bitcoin Payment Acceptance for Eligible US Sellers

Square enables automatic bitcoin payments for eligible U.S. merchants, ensuring they receive dollars to mitigate volatility risks.

Simon Gerovich Confirmed As A Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

Simon Gerovich leads Metaplanet, a major corporate Bitcoin holder, aiming for 100,000 BTC by 2026 and 210,000 BTC by 2027.

Nubank hires former TikTok executive as marketing director

Nubank hired TikTok's Kim Farrell as global marketing director to lead international expansion following U.S. bank charter approval.

Dear Applied Digital Investors: April 8 Could Be the Make or Break Moment

Applied Digital Corp must deliver strong Q3 results to address significant stock decline and high debt levels.

London startup

fromwww.theguardian.com

Revolut warns it risks backlash over support for energy-intensive AI and crypto

Revolut faces reputational risks due to its support for energy-intensive sectors like crypto and AI, despite a significant profit increase.

fromTNW | Insider

6 days ago

Recap: Europe's top funding rounds this week (23-29 March)

European capital is increasingly focused on backing infrastructure layers across various sectors, particularly in semiconductor and AI technologies.

Petrobras Is Up 78% This Year and Reddit Is Still Fighting Over Whether to Trust It

Petrobras has surged 78% year-to-date due to rising Brent crude prices and geopolitical supply disruptions.

Why Ripple's RLUSD Could Overtake USDC Following the CLARITY Act's New Stablecoin Rules

Circle's USDC growth relied on yield incentives, which may be threatened by the CLARITY Act's proposed ban on passive stablecoin yields.

Circle Deploys USDC and CCTP on Pharos Network to Advance RealFi Goals

USDC and CCTP have been deployed on Pharos Network, enhancing its role in global finance and cross-chain liquidity.

Circle and Sasai Partner to Expand USDC Stablecoin Payments Across Africa

Circle and Sasai Fintech collaborate to enhance USDC adoption and digital financial infrastructure in Africa.

Why Ripple's RLUSD Could Overtake USDC Following the CLARITY Act's New Stablecoin Rules

Circle's USDC growth relied on yield incentives, which may be threatened by the CLARITY Act's proposed ban on passive stablecoin yields.

Circle Deploys USDC and CCTP on Pharos Network to Advance RealFi Goals

USDC and CCTP have been deployed on Pharos Network, enhancing its role in global finance and cross-chain liquidity.

Circle and Sasai Partner to Expand USDC Stablecoin Payments Across Africa

Circle and Sasai Fintech collaborate to enhance USDC adoption and digital financial infrastructure in Africa.

SoFi Technologies Launches First National Bank Enterprise Crypto and Stablecoin Platform

SoFi Technologies launched SoFi Big Business Banking, enabling enterprises to manage fiat and crypto transactions 24/7 from a single nationally chartered bank.

#nubank

Business

Down 12% This Year, Nubank Plans a '100b Pivot' And Investors Are Taking Note | NU

fromwww.bankingdive.com

3 weeks ago

Venture

Nubank hires TikTok alum as marketing chief

Down 12% This Year, Nubank Plans a '100b Pivot' And Investors Are Taking Note | NU

Nubank shows strong financial performance despite a stock price decline, with a significant efficiency ratio improvement and expanding customer base.

fromwww.bankingdive.com

3 weeks ago

Venture

Nubank hires TikTok alum as marketing chief

Beyond the Hashrate: Why MARA Just Laid Off 15% of Its Staff

MARA has laid off 15% of its workforce as part of a strategic shift towards energy and digital infrastructure services.

Wall Street Firms And Crypto Companies To Review Market Structure Proposals

Crypto and banking representatives are reviewing a revised stablecoin yield proposal to resolve regulatory issues surrounding yield-bearing products.

Japan Stablecoin Regulation Explained: PSA Rules, JPY Coins and Bank Issuers

Japan launched the world's first fully regulated yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, in October 2025, following a decade of careful financial planning.

US Treasury Seeks Industry Input as Stablecoin Regulation Enters Federal Rulemaking Phase

U.S. Treasury proposes new stablecoin regulation framework under the GENIUS Act, seeking public input on state and federal oversight alignment.

Wall Street Firms And Crypto Companies To Review Market Structure Proposals

Crypto and banking representatives are reviewing a revised stablecoin yield proposal to resolve regulatory issues surrounding yield-bearing products.

Japan Stablecoin Regulation Explained: PSA Rules, JPY Coins and Bank Issuers

Japan launched the world's first fully regulated yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, in October 2025, following a decade of careful financial planning.

US Treasury Seeks Industry Input as Stablecoin Regulation Enters Federal Rulemaking Phase

U.S. Treasury proposes new stablecoin regulation framework under the GENIUS Act, seeking public input on state and federal oversight alignment.

Cryptocurrency

French Aerospace Manufacturer ST Group to List on Blockchain-Powered Lise Exchange for SME Financing

ST Group will list on the blockchain-based Lise exchange to enhance production capacity and meet high order volumes.

Cryptocurrency

Wall Street Is Migrating to Blockchain Faster Than Most Realize, Expert Insight

Major market institutions are migrating core operations to blockchain networks, signaling a significant shift in global finance.

French Aerospace Manufacturer ST Group to List on Blockchain-Powered Lise Exchange for SME Financing

ST Group will list on the blockchain-based Lise exchange to enhance production capacity and meet high order volumes.

Wall Street Is Migrating to Blockchain Faster Than Most Realize, Expert Insight

Major market institutions are migrating core operations to blockchain networks, signaling a significant shift in global finance.

Australia Mandates Financial Services Licenses for All Local Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Australia mandates cryptocurrency exchanges and custodians to obtain financial services licenses to enhance transparency and investor safety.

Gen Z millionaires are rushing into crypto-and they blame the risky bet on FOMO. Fear of missing out | Fortune

Wealthy Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly investing in cryptocurrency, driven by FOMO, despite significant volatility and risks.

Citadel-Backed Exchange Applies For US Trust Bank Charter

EDX Markets applied for a national trust bank charter to integrate digital assets with the US banking system.

Australia Mandates Financial Services Licenses for All Local Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Australia mandates cryptocurrency exchanges and custodians to obtain financial services licenses to enhance transparency and investor safety.

Gen Z millionaires are rushing into crypto-and they blame the risky bet on FOMO. Fear of missing out | Fortune

Wealthy Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly investing in cryptocurrency, driven by FOMO, despite significant volatility and risks.

Citadel-Backed Exchange Applies For US Trust Bank Charter

EDX Markets applied for a national trust bank charter to integrate digital assets with the US banking system.

Central Bank of Nigeria Selects Six Entities for New Virtual Asset Pilot

The Central Bank of Nigeria has launched a pilot program for AML and CFT compliance among selected crypto and fintech firms.

Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 Bitcoin in Q1 2026, Raising $289.5 Million for Data Center Expansion

Riot Platforms sold 3,778 bitcoin in Q1 2026, generating $289.5 million, while improving operational metrics despite a dip in production.

Openeden Partners With BNY Investments to Launch Tokenized Credit Product

Openeden launched HYBOND, a tokenized product providing onchain access to a BNY-managed high-yield bond strategy, expanding institutional-grade fixed income options.

fromSouth China Morning Post

Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.

Openeden Partners With BNY Investments to Launch Tokenized Credit Product

Openeden launched HYBOND, a tokenized product providing onchain access to a BNY-managed high-yield bond strategy, expanding institutional-grade fixed income options.

fromSouth China Morning Post

Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.

more#tokenization

What the next wave of fintech will look like

The fintech sector is projected to grow from $400 billion in 2026 to $1.7 trillion by 2034, with maturation shifting focus from customer acquisition to sustainable profitability and comprehensive financial services.

XRP News: Ripple Treasury Just Went Onchain - Could This Be the Missing Link Between Ripple's Infrastructure and XRP?

Ripple Treasury launched native digital asset capabilities, allowing CFOs to manage XRP alongside cash in a unified dashboard.

fromSilicon Canals

African fintech startups raise $1.3B in 2025 despite global venture slowdown - Silicon Canals

African fintech startups raised $1.3 billion in 2025, demonstrating resilience while global venture capital remains subdued and early-stage startups in established markets struggle.

Interactive Brokers Adds Bitcoin Trading In European Economic Area

Interactive Brokers has launched crypto trading for retail investors in the EEA, offering access to 11 digital assets within a unified platform.

World news

Brazil Eyes 1 Million Bitcoin For National BTC Reserve

Brazil proposes RESBit, a national sovereign Bitcoin reserve to acquire 1,000,000 BTC over five years, integrate Bitcoin into reserves, and accept taxes in BTC.

Nu Holdings Is the Most Impressive Bank You've Never Heard Of

Nu Holdings achieved record Q4 2025 revenue of $4.857 billion with 62.5% year-over-year growth and $894.8 million net income, though stock declined 3.03% as growth was already priced in by markets.

fromCointelegraph

Meta's 2026 Stablecoin Plan: Why It's Partnering, Not Issuing

Meta plans to introduce dollar-linked stablecoin payments across its platforms in late 2026, integrating existing stablecoins instead of issuing its own currency.

Bitgo Debuts Unified Digital Asset Financing Platform for Institutional Borrowing

Bitgo Prime launched an integrated financing platform for institutions, consolidating borrowing, lending, and collateral management into a single workflow.

XRP Adoption Expands as Ripple Embeds Digital Asset Capabilities Directly into Enterprise Treasury Platforms

XRP is integrated into treasury systems, enhancing real-time liquidity management for corporate cash operations.

Interactive Brokers Launches Crypto Trading for Individual Investors in Europe

Interactive Brokers enables EEA investors to trade 11 major cryptocurrencies alongside traditional assets on a single platform.

Morgan Stanley Signals Bitcoin ETF Near Launch With Amendment 4 Update

Morgan Stanley is nearing the launch of a bitcoin ETF, signaling potential approval and increased competition among major issuers.

BlackRock Files Ticker For Bitcoin Premium Income ETF As Bitcoin Strategy Expands

BlackRock is launching a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, trading under $BITA, combining BTC exposure with income-generating options.

Morgan Stanley Signals Bitcoin ETF Near Launch With Amendment 4 Update

Morgan Stanley is nearing the launch of a bitcoin ETF, signaling potential approval and increased competition among major issuers.

BlackRock Files Ticker For Bitcoin Premium Income ETF As Bitcoin Strategy Expands

BlackRock is launching a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, trading under $BITA, combining BTC exposure with income-generating options.

Cango Secures $75M in Fresh Capital to Expand Ecohash AI Computing Platform

Cango Inc. raised $75 million to pivot towards AI and energy infrastructure, despite a significant net loss in 2025 from bitcoin mining operations.

Digital Asset Firm Coinshares Lists on Nasdaq After $1.2 Billion Vine Hill Combination

Coinshares began trading on Nasdaq under CSHR after a $1.2 billion business combination, solidifying its position as a leading digital asset manager.

fromTearsheet

How Paze is betting bank trust can crack the digital wallet market - Tearsheet

I'm the general manager of Paze, one of the business units of Early Warning Services. The mandate is really to take Paze and bring this new payment checkout system to the masses - both on the consumer side and on the merchant side - really making sure that our goal of becoming one of the top three wallets for checkout in the next five years becomes reality.

Cryptocurrency

Altcoins Reclaim $1 Trillion Threshold Following Trump's Middle East Update

Altcoins surged following U.S. combat operation updates, with Ethereum leading the rally and total market cap surpassing $1 trillion for the first time since March.

Keyrock Secures $1.1B Valuation After Ripple Support and SC Ventures Funding Drive Expansion

Keyrock's $1.1 billion valuation indicates increasing institutional confidence in crypto infrastructure and services.

Franklin Templeton Acquires CoinFund Spinoff For Crypto Push

Franklin Templeton acquires 250 Digital to enhance its digital asset strategy and establish a dedicated institutional crypto division.

Mercado Libre Ends Mercado Coin Program, Cites No Official Reason

Mercado Libre is discontinuing its mercado coin program while maintaining its involvement in crypto through other services and assets.

Industry Groups Warn New Crypto Rules Could Drive Kenyan Startups Offshore

Draft regulations in Kenya's cryptocurrency industry may exclude smaller startups due to high capital requirements, concentrating market activity among larger firms.

Bitfarms (BITF) Started Selling All Of Its Bitcoin

Bitfarms is selling its bitcoin holdings to focus on AI infrastructure, marking a significant shift in its business strategy.

Brazil Passes Law Turning Seized Crypto Into Public-Security War Chest

Brazil's new law channels seized crypto from crime to public security initiatives, enhancing law enforcement powers against organized crime.