Ondo Finance is bringing together key players in crypto to create a shared framework for tokenized securities, aiming to make real-world assets more accessible and interoperable across platforms. On June 17, Ondo Finance (ONDO) announced the formation of the Global Markets Alliance, a new coalition that includes the Solana (SOL) Foundation, Fireblocks, BitGo, Trust Wallet, … Read more
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com is stepping into the stablecoin arena, with founder Liu Qiangdong revealing plans for a global licensing push aimed at cross-border payments. The announcement, made during a media briefing in Beijing on Tuesday, came as the US Senate passed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins, or GENIUS Act, a … Read more
The post U.S. Senate Passes GENIUS Act in 51-23 Vote appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS Act on June 17 with a 51-23 vote, making it the first major crypto legislation to clear the chamber. The bill represents a significant step toward establishing clearer rules for the digital asset … Read more
TLDR: VeChain to launch Stargate upgrade with higher staking rewards and validator tiers. UFC’s Dana White joins VeChain as advisor, signaling stronger mainstream brand growth. Mugshot app hits 1M users as VeChain integrates NFT staking and cross-chain support. VET eyes $0.12 recovery as ecosystem expansion meets technical breakout potential. VeChain (VET) is positioning itself for … Read more
Iran-based cryptocurrency exchange Nobitex appears to have been exploited for over $73 million of digital assets, according to onchain investigator ZachXBT. The attack, disclosed in a June 18 Telegram post, allegedly drained at least $73 million in assets across the Tron network and Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible blockchains, though only a portion is confirmed lost. … Read more
On Friday, June 13, 2025, US stocks took a massive hit following escalating tensions in the Middle East. As Iran and Israel lobbed missiles at each other, it caused the Dow to fall 1.3% or over 500 points. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 fell 0.4%, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped 0.6%. These escalating tensions have also … Read more
Circle’s stock (NYSE: CRCL) reached an all-time high of $165.60 on June 16 before closing at just above $151, marking a more than 500% increase since its Nasdaq debut. Arthur Hayes, founder of Bitmex, cautions that Circle’s remarkable performance may be difficult to replicate. Growing Investor Interest in Stablecoins On June 16, stablecoin issuer Circle’s … Read more
According to a recent report by Reuters, BBVA, a major Spanish banking institution, is proactively advising affluent clients to invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum, Reuters reports. The Bilbao-based financial services company has recommended an allocation ranging from 3% to 7% of their portfolio, depending on their level of risk tolerance. This could be potentially a … Read more
Eyenovia (EYEN), a digital ophthalmic medical technology company, has become the first publicly listed US firm to create a Hyperliquid (HYPE) reserve. The company revealed plans to invest $50 million to fund its HYPE treasury strategy. Additionally, Eyenovia will undergo a rebranding to Hyperion DeFi, with its stock ticker transitioning from EYEN to HYPD, expected … Read more
Coinbase seeks SEC approval to launch tokenized stocks as blockchain securities. Legal victory and SEC engagement position Coinbase to lead in security tokens. MiCA licensing and X402 show Coinbase’s push for global crypto-fintech dominance. Coinbase is making a bold move to bridge the gap between traditional financial markets and blockchain technology. The company is reportedly … Read more