Growing institutional confidence in XRP marks a major bullish turning point for the broader digital asset market — and SBI Holdings Inc. sits at the center of this momentum. The Tokyo-based financial conglomerate announced a $200 million investment in Evernorth Holdings Inc., which is set to list on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol XRPN on…
The European Union (EU) is launching the “EU Digital Identity Wallet”, a project designed to allow citizens to securely store their identity cards, diplomas, driver’s licenses, and other official documents in digital form.The new system is expected to be rolled out across all member states by 2026. Citizens Take Control of Their Identity According to…
In a bold expansion of its investment and infrastructure ecosystem, Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, has announced the acquisition of Echo, a blockchain-based angel and private investment platform, for approximately $375 million. Acquisition Details According to Coinbase’s official statement, the deal — which has now been finalized — will be paid…
The aftermath of the October 11 crypto market crash continues to reverberate through the industry, as leading market makers and trading firms — including Wintermute — signal possible legal action against major exchanges such as Binance. “The Biggest Liquidation Wave the Crypto World Has Ever Seen” Evgeny Gaevoy, founder and CEO of Wintermute, one of…
The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) is hosting a high-profile conference today that holds significant implications for the global cryptocurrency ecosystem. Originally announced on September 3 and scheduled for October 21, the event will focus on the integration of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology into the financial system — particularly how these innovations can enhance the efficiency…
Mutuum Finance, an Ethereum-based DeFi project, has officially confirmed that the Version 1 (V1) decentralized lending and borrowing protocol will launch on the Sepolia testnet in Q4 2025. The announcement follows the completion of several key milestones and a successful presale that has already raised over $17.7 million, positioning Mutuum among the top rising DeFi…
The UK tax authority has intensified its efforts to tackle crypto tax non-compliance, sending out approximately 65,000 “nudge” letters during the 2024–25 tax year. Sharp Rise Revealed by FOIA Data According to a Financial Times report, data obtained through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request by accounting firm UHY Hacker Young revealed that His…
Following the success of its XRP card, Gemini has launched the Solana Credit Card, which combines spending with staking, offers high crypto cashback rewards, and expands real-world blockchain utility across mainstream consumer finance. Reward Structure Gemini detailed the reward tiers for its newest card: This tiered reward model is consistent across all Gemini Credit Card…
Global investors are rapidly expanding their exposure to digital assets, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as one of the world’s most advanced markets. Global wealth-tech provider Avaloq, a subsidiary of NEC Corporation, released a report last week titled Avaloq Wealth Insights 2025. The report reveals that UAE investors are leading globally in…
Russia’s growing push to reduce dollarization is reshaping Asia’s major energy and commodity corridors. On October 20, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak announced that the country had converted 90–95% of its trade settlements with China and India into national currencies—marking a significant shift away from dependence on the U.S. dollar. This move underscores a…