Ethereum Ethereum’s recent Pectra upgrade has enhanced its institutional appeal, but has yet to drive a significant rise in onchain activity, according to a report by JPMorgan. In a note shared with The Block, JPMorgan analysts led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou acknowledged that while the latest upgrade supports Ethereum’s long-term growth narrative, it hasn’t translated into … Read more
Crypto markets showcase a unique resilience amid global economic disruptions, indicating a robust structural optimism that distinguishes them from traditional assets. Recent events highlight that during periods of turbulence, cryptocurrency sentiment tends to stabilize faster than equities, reflecting a deeper, inherent confidence among digital asset investors. “This optimism isn’t a glitch — it’s a pattern … Read more
Cantor Fitzgerald, a major global financial services firm, has executed its first trades this month within its newly launched $2 billion bitcoin financing business, Chairman Brandon Lutnick explained at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas. Cantor Fitzgerald Chairman Details Firm’s Growing Bitcoin Initiatives During his fireside chat session with Paolo Ardoino the CEO of … Read more
On Wednesday night, Elon Musk said farewell to the Department of Government Efficiency. The two-year-old office will now carry on without its best-known supporter as President Donald Trump moves into the second half of his term. “As my time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President @realDonaldTrump … Read more
Fintech Spanish banking giant is preparing to enter the stablecoin market, with plans to launch USD- and EUR-denominated digital tokens through its digital arm, according to a Bloomberg report. This move from Santander marks a significant step in Santander’s broader crypto ambitions, as the bank seeks to integrate regulated digital assets into its existing financial … Read more
Eduardo Nogueira Liberato, an official from the Central Bank of Brazil, stated that this stablecoin proposal is not set in stone, and that there is room to flexibilize the methods to allow citizens to execute withdrawals to self-custody wallets. Central Bank of Brazil Might Change Draft Banning Stablecoin Self-Custody Executives from the Central Bank of … Read more
US trade court vacates Trump’s tariffs for now. Nvidia beat Wall Street consensus on the top and bottom lines, but Q2 guidance is lackluster. Q1 US GDP is revised slightly higher by Commerce Department. Major US indices are trading back near where they started the year. The news just keeps piling up this week in … Read more
[PRESS RELEASE – London, UK, May 29th, 2025] Zebec Network, a Solana-based blockchain payment network, has acquired the assets of Science Card, Ltd, a UK university card platform dedicated to simplifying university research finance. This acquisition enriches Zebec’s robust card program, spanning payroll pay cards, crypto debit cards, and now Science Card’s mission-driven card, cementing … Read more
At the Bitcoin 2025 Conference this morning, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissioner Hester Peirce took the stage with Fold’s General Counsel Hailey Lennon for a fireside chat that pulled no punches. Opening with a question about enforcement priorities since the change in administration, Lennon asked, “What are the current enforcement priorities, if any, in the … Read more
Bybit has officially obtained the MiCA license in Austria, according to the website of the Austrian financial regulatory authority, the FMA (Financial Market Authority). This recognition represents a significant milestone for the exchange, which positions itself among the leading global players in the cryptocurrency sector. The obtaining of the license occurs at a crucial moment … Read more