Key Takeaways Bitfinex says tokenization could help Venezuelan firms raise $50M+ despite a market with only 40 listings. Aaron Olmos sees tokenization attracting global capital in 2026, boosting Venezuela’s recovery. Jose Grasso Vecchio says tokenized assets need compliance first; regulation is the next hurdle. Bitfinex Report: Tokenization Might Drive Internationalization of Venezuelan Markets Forward In…
Key Takeaways Zimbabwe legalized its crypto sector under S.I. 99 of 2026, forcing VASPs to register with the RBZ. Crypto firms face strict rules like the FATF Travel Rule and a $500 annual fee to operate legally. Economists predict the new framework will shield fintech firms from sudden regulatory shutdowns. Global Compliance Pressure The Zimbabwean…
Key Takeaways Metamask brought its Mastercard debit card to 13 new nations, offering users 1% cashback in mUSD. Utexo data shows crypto card use grew 2.7 times, pushing the card payment market into the mainstream. Following a February U.S. launch, Gal Eldar next aims to weave Metamask cards into daily global transactions. Metamask Card Extends…
Key Takeaways A food delivery ruse allegedly helped attackers get a resident to open the front door. Armed intruders held victims captive while demanding access to crypto accounts, prosecutors say. The case shows how crypto holders can face real-world threats beyond cybercrime. A Food Delivery Ruse Led to an Armed Search for Crypto Access Digital…
Key Takeaways The SEC cleared an active crypto ETF tied to several major digital assets. Eligible assets include BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, AVAX, and others. Exchange rules require daily transparency, trading safeguards, and broker-dealer firewalls. SEC Approval Names BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, DOGE, and XLM Among Eligible Assets The U.S. Securities and Exchange…
Check out our previous coverage: BlockShoals Technologies Inc. announced it has selected a domestic Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licensed by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) to proceed with its regulatory sandbox testing plan. The company disclosed that both parties are currently completing required due diligence, with formal system integration scheduled to begin once…
Key Takeaways Coinbase teased the next phase of a broader platform combining crypto, equities, futures, cash, and prediction markets. Instant settlement and round-the-clock trading are central to Coinbase’s pitch for modern financial infrastructure. Upcoming updates are expected on June 16, when Coinbase says it will show the next phase of the Everything Exchange. Coinbase Details…
Key Takeaways SpaceX raised $75 billion in the largest initial public offering (IPO) ever recorded, opening SPCX at $150 on June 12, 2026. Elon Musk’s net worth crossed $1.1 trillion, making him the first individual to reach trillionaire status. Starlink generated $1.19B in Q1 operating profit, but SpaceX’s artificial intelligence (AI) unit burned $2.47B in…
Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs lost $19M on June 11, extending a 5-day outflow streak despite IBIT inflows. Ether ETFs shed $15.9M as FETH outflows outweighed ETHA’s $8.6M gain. HYPE stayed positive with $622K inflows, while solana ETFs lost $4.4M. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Stay Negative While HYPE Funds Extend Inflow Streak The red ink remained,…
Key Takeaways Citigroup launched tokenized depositary receipts for private shares via blockchain rails. Citi targets demand for firms like SpaceX as private markets stay closed longer. Citi plans U.S. expansion after foreign rollout and may add more blockchain networks. Citigroup Courts Top Private Firms With New Blockchain Marketplace for Investors Citigroup is moving further into…
