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21 hours agoCointelegraph
Coinbase launches crypto-backed loans in the UK amid FCA regulatory developments
Coinbase has introduced crypto-backed loans in the UK, allowing users to borrow against their cryptocurrency holdings. This launch comes as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) works on shaping new regulations for the cryptocurrency sector.
3 days agoCircle launches USDC Bridge for cross-chain stablecoin transfers
4 days agoNeo co-founder suggests $461 million treasury reform for governance improvement
4 days agoFlow Capital to Tokenise $150M Private Credit Fund Using DigiFT
Flow Capital is set to tokenize a private credit fund worth $150 million through the DigiFT platform, aiming to enhance liquidity and accessibility for investors.
4 days agoTokenization does not solve liquidity issues for illiquid assets, experts say
Industry experts at PBW 2026 discuss the limitations of tokenization in enhancing liquidity for illiquid assets, emphasising that it is not a magical solution.
5 days agoBitcoinist
South Korea Utilises Blockchain Technology for Fiscal Measures
South Korea is implementing blockchain technology as a tool for fiscal policy, raising concerns about privacy implications for citizens.
5 days agoNaver-Dunamu establishes IPO committee and listing timeline for fintech group
Naver and Dunamu have filed to set up an IPO committee, outlining a timeline for the listing of their fintech group.
5 days agoSouth Korea to trial tokenised deposits for government expenditure
The South Korean government plans to pilot tokenised deposits as a method for managing public spending. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in government financial operations.
6 days agoRipple Partners with Kyobo for Tokenised Bond Settlement in South Korea
Ripple has collaborated with Kyobo Life Insurance to pilot a tokenised bond settlement framework in South Korea, aiming to enhance the efficiency of securities transactions.
8 days agoStarkWare reduces workforce to focus on revenue-generating products
StarkWare has announced job cuts as part of a restructuring effort aimed at developing products that will generate revenue.
8 days agoSouth Korea reports API crypto trading constitutes 30% of market activity
A report indicates that API-based cryptocurrency trading in South Korea now accounts for 30% of the market, raising concerns about potential manipulation risks.
9 days agoPolymarket bets removed from Google News after brief listing error
Polymarket's betting content was briefly featured on Google News before being removed due to an error, according to reports.
12 days agoPyth Network launches new marketplace to challenge data dominance
Pyth Network has introduced a new marketplace aimed at disrupting the existing data hegemony, providing a platform for real-time data sharing and utilisation.
12 days agoTrader incurs $3 million loss on leveraged Fartcoin position
A trader has lost $3 million after their leveraged position in Fartcoin unwound on the Hyperliquid platform, highlighting the risks associated with high-leverage trading.
12 days agoCommodity perpetuals surge 65,000% driven by gold, silver, and oil
The value of commodity perpetuals has increased by 65,000%, largely influenced by the rising prices of gold, silver, and oil.
13 days agoEthan Buchman discusses instant settlement's impact on crypto capital efficiency
Ethan Buchman highlights how instant settlement in cryptocurrency transactions may strain capital efficiency, raising concerns about liquidity and market dynamics.
13 days agoUBS collaborates with five banks on Swiss franc stablecoin project
UBS has partnered with five banks to develop a sandbox for a Swiss franc stablecoin, aiming to explore its potential applications and regulatory implications.
14 days agoBinance implements measures to restrict abnormal spot trading executions
Binance has introduced new guardrails for spot trading to prevent abnormal execution of trades, aiming to enhance market stability and protect users.
14 days agoArgentine banks trial JPMorgan’s JPM Coin for faster settlements
Several banks in Argentina are testing JPMorgan's JPM Coin to enhance the speed of financial settlements, according to a report.
14 days agoBlockchain Data Aids Conviction of Three Terrorism Financiers, Says TRM Labs
Onchain evidence played a crucial role in the conviction of three individuals involved in financing terrorism, according to TRM Labs. The use of blockchain data was instrumental in the legal proceedings.
15 days agoChina's tax authority encourages banks to adopt blockchain for lending services
China's tax authority has urged banks to implement blockchain technology to enhance their lending services, aiming to improve efficiency and transparency in the financial sector.
15 days agoRwanda rejects Bybit's P2P platform for franc-to-crypto trading
Rwanda has declined Bybit's proposal to launch a peer-to-peer platform for trading the Rwandan franc against cryptocurrencies, citing regulatory concerns.
18 days agoExecution Risk in Cryptocurrency Emerges as New Custody Concern
The rise of execution risk in cryptocurrency trading is becoming a significant issue, overshadowing traditional custody risks. This shift highlights the evolving challenges faced by investors in the digital asset space.
18 days agoIMF highlights efficiency and risks of tokenization in finance
The IMF reports that while tokenization enhances financial efficiency, it also brings new risks that need to be addressed.
19 days agoLise to host tokenised IPO for French defence supplier ST Group
Lise will facilitate a tokenised initial public offering for ST Group, a French defence supplier, aiming to enhance investment accessibility and transparency.
19 days agoLiquidity is Key to Determining Value in Tokenization
A recent analysis highlights that liquidity, rather than novelty, plays a crucial role in establishing the value of tokenised assets.
111 days agoThe Future Of Tech: How Blockchain AI And Will Converge By Late 2026
121 days agoBlockchain Association Rejects Proposal To Widen Stablecoin Yield Restrictions
126 days agoBlockchain Privacy Shouldn’t Automatically Raise Red Flags—SEC Chair
153 days agoCloudflare Outage Just Made Everyone Paranoid: But Blockchain Kept Working—CZ
165 days agoCrypto Titans Unite: New Group To Forge Global Blockchain Transaction Standard
168 days agoStandard Chartered CEO: All Money Will Go Digital, All Transactions On Blockchain
188 days agoBlockchain Could Clean Up Government Spending, Philippines Official Says