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2026-08-31 12:56:34 CEST

📰 Zug and Zurich Dominate the Swiss Crypto Scene
🗓️ Aug 31 2026 06:02 UTC - Fintechnews Switzerland
The Swiss and Liechtenstein crypto asset industry is dominated by B2B players, with investment, infrastructure and post-trading services being the most prevalent offerings.
➤ Zug and Zurich are the dominant hubs for crypto asset companies in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, housing 58% of all providers, with a strong focus on B2B services.
➤ Investment, infrastructure, and post-trading services are the most prevalent offerings within the Swiss crypto ecosystem.
➤ While global stablecoin adoption is rising, CHF-denominated stablecoins remain limited, though regulatory initiatives and a new sandbox are aiming to boost their use.
#cryptovalley #zug #zurich #liechtenstein #fintech #blockchain #stablecoins #b2b #investmentservices #infrastructureservices
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/fintechnews-zug-and-zurich-dominate-the-swiss-crypto-scene-2586632490

2026-08-31 12:56:19 CEST

📰 Revolut begins EURR rollout as ECB details digital euro privacy safeguards
🗓️ Aug 31 2026 07:25 UTC - Rony Roy
Revolut has begun rolling out its EURR euro stablecoin in Europe as the ECB details privacy safeguards planned for a potential digital euro.
➤ Revolut has launched its euro-backed stablecoin, EURR, in select European markets, leveraging Stripe's Bridge infrastructure on Ethereum.
➤ The European Central Bank (ECB) is detailing privacy safeguards for its potential digital euro, emphasizing user privacy for offline transactions while maintaining compliance for online ones.
➤ The rollout of private stablecoins like EURR is expanding under the EU's MiCA framework, running in parallel with the ECB's long-term digital euro development.
#revolut #eurr #digitaleuro #ecb #stablecoin #privacy #mica #ethereum #stripe #bridge
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-revolut-begins-eurr-rollout-as-ecb-details-digital-euro-privacy-safeguards-1040528454

2026-08-31 12:55:54 CEST

📰 Russia’s Largest Bank Issues Statement on Bitcoin and Ethereum
🗓️ Aug 30 2026 16:56 UTC - Mete Demiralp
Russia's largest bank, Sberbank, is preparing to expand its cryptocurrency-backed loan products. The bank plans to accept Ethereum (ETH) and Tether (USDT)
➤ Russia's largest bank, Sberbank, plans to expand its cryptocurrency-backed loan products by accepting Ethereum (ETH) and Tether (USDT) as collateral, in addition to Bitcoin (BTC).
➤ The expansion is contingent on the full implementation of a new regulatory framework in Russia and approval from the Russian Central Bank for the public circulation of ETH and USDT.
➤ Sberbank has prior experience with crypto assets and aims to adapt its services to comply with future regulations, indicating a move towards integrating digital assets into traditional banking.
#sberbank #russia #cryptocurrencybackedloans #ethereum #tether #bitcoin #regulatoryframework #digitalassets #collateral
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/en.bitcoinsistemi-russias-largest-bank-issues-statement-on-bitcoin-and-ethereum-1411534879

2026-08-31 12:55:28 CEST

📰 Vietnam’s new crypto rules to take effect on September 1 – Criticisms arise
🗓️ Aug 31 2026 07:00 UTC - Ishika Kumari
However, 1st of September does not mean domestic crypto investors will automatically start receiving fines.
➤ Vietnam is implementing a cautious, regulated framework for crypto assets, focusing on Real-World Assets (RWAs) backed by tangible assets.
➤ The country is in the early stages of developing licensed crypto exchanges, with strict capital and security requirements for applicants.
➤ While new rules take effect September 1st, a transition period means domestic investors won't face immediate fines for using unlicensed platforms.
#vietnam #cryptoregulation #realworldassets #rwa #pilotframework #licensedexchanges #fines #transitionperiod #digitalassets
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/ambcrypto-vietnams-new-crypto-rules-to-take-effect-on-september-1-criticisms-arise-3236099180

2026-08-31 12:55:09 CEST

📰 USD 75 Million Crypto Fundraising Exemption? Here’s What the SEC is Proposing
🗓️ Aug 30 2026 11:08 UTC - Soham Halder, Achu Krishnan
The SEC has proposed a new crypto fundraising exemption allowing eligible issuers to raise up to USD 75 million in 12 months under a new framework.
➤ The SEC has proposed 'Regulation Crypto Assets,' a new framework allowing eligible crypto issuers to raise up to USD 75 million annually without full securities registration.
➤ The proposal includes two exemptions: a startup route for up to USD 5 million over four years, and a larger one for USD 75 million, both with disclosure obligations.
➤ A conditional safe harbor is also proposed to clarify when digital assets are no longer considered part of an investment contract, aiming to reduce regulatory uncertainty for crypto firms.
#sec #cryptofundraising #regulationcryptoassets #fundraisingexemption #securitiesregistration #investorprotection #safeharbor #digitalassets #startupexemption #uscapital
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/analyticsinsight-usd-75-million-crypto-fundraising-exemption-heres-what-the-sec-is-proposing-1886798681

2026-08-31 12:54:54 CEST

📰 Sber to expand crypto lending, set to accept USDT and Ether as collateral
🗓️ Aug 30 2026 10:55 UTC
🚨 Sber plans to add USDT and Ether as loan collateral along with Bitcoin. 💡 The move follows Russia’s regulated crypto law taking effect on September 1. 📉 Sber sees little demand from clients for the new digital ruble CBDC. 📊 $USDT and ETH collateral options await official ap...
➤ Sber, Russia's largest bank, plans to expand its crypto lending services by accepting USDT and Ether as collateral, in addition to Bitcoin.
➤ This expansion is timed with Russia's new regulated crypto law taking effect on September 1, which designates the Bank of Russia to approve tradable crypto assets.
➤ Despite this move, Sber notes minimal client demand for Russia's upcoming digital ruble CBDC.
#sber #usdt #ether #bitcoin #collateral #cryptolending #russia #digitalruble #bankofrussia #regulatoryframework
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-sber-to-expand-crypto-lending-set-to-accept-usdt-and-ether-as-collateral-4051668343

2026-08-26 09:38:14 CEST

📰 India to launch first tokenized corporate bonds using digital rupee
🗓️ Aug 25 2026 06:40 UTC - Rony Roy
India will launch its first tokenized corporate bonds through REC next month, using the digital rupee to settle transactions on blockchain infrastructure.
➤ India is set to launch its first tokenized corporate bonds using the digital rupee for settlement on blockchain infrastructure, with state-owned REC as the issuer.
➤ This pilot program, developed with the Reserve Bank of India and SEBI, aims to test the efficiency of distributed ledger technology for issuing, recording, and settling corporate debt.
➤ The initiative involves a three-month lock-in period, with a secondary market expected by December, and distinguishes regulated tokenization from private cryptocurrencies.
#tokenizedcorporatebonds #digitalrupee #rec #blockchain #demat20 #wholesalecbdc #reservebankofindia #sebi #pilotprogram #settlementefficiency
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-india-to-launch-first-tokenized-corporate-bonds-using-digital-rupee-3900766985

2026-08-26 06:01:02 CEST

📰 Bitwise launches Coinbase-powered tokenized stock portfolios
🗓️ Aug 25 2026 16:58 UTC - Lawrence Mondal
Bitwise launches three Coinbase-powered tokenized stock portfolios with self-custody, automatic rebalancing and a 0.15% methodology fee.
➤ Bitwise has launched three new tokenized stock portfolios for non-U.S. investors, powered by Coinbase's tokenized U.S. stocks and utilizing self-custody and automatic rebalancing.
➤ These portfolios, focusing on themes like the 'Magnificent 7' plus SpaceX, robotics, and AI leaders, allow investors to mirror professional models within their own wallets.
➤ The offering emphasizes self-custody, with investors retaining ownership of tokens, and is currently unavailable to U.S. persons, with no SEC approval or endorsement.
#bitwise #tokenizedstocks #coinbase #selfcustody #automatedportfolios #magnificent7 #spacex #robotics #artificialintelligence #glider
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-bitwise-launches-coinbase-powered-tokenized-stock-portfolios-2154891337

2026-08-26 04:01:16 CEST

📰 Pharos Expands RealFi Market with Onchain Access to Institutional U.S. High-Yield Credit
🗓️ Aug 25 2026 16:12 UTC - Plentisoft
R25’s new pRNH Vault provides eligible users on Pharos with onchain access to the NYLIM Anemoy U.S. High Yield Corporate Bond Segregated Portfol...
➤ Pharos Network, through R25, has launched the pRNH Vault, providing onchain access to institutional U.S. high-yield corporate credit via the NYLIM Anemoy U.S. High Yield Corporate Bond Segregated Portfolio.
➤ This expansion moves beyond stablecoins and tokenized cash equivalents, integrating corporate bonds into a programmable environment for enhanced accessibility and composability.
➤ The initiative highlights a shift towards agent-mediated markets, where intelligent agents assist in credit screening, liquidity monitoring, and portfolio allocation, positioning Pharos as a value discovery layer for agentic economies.
#pharosnetwork #r25 #realfi #ushighyieldcorporatecredit #tokenization #institutionalassets #onchainaccess #nyimanemoy #centrifuge #agenticeconomies
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/markets.businessinsider-pharos-expands-real-fi-market-with-onchain-access-to-institutional-u-s-high-yield-credit-1529362069

2026-08-26 03:38:07 CEST

📰 Standard Chartered becomes first bank to offer HKDAP
🗓️ Aug 25 2026 04:15 UTC - Olivia Stephanie
Standard Chartered became HKDAP’s first bank distributor and plans tokenized fund settlement services using the stablecoin in Q4.
➤ Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong has become the first bank to distribute HKDAP, a regulated Hong Kong dollar stablecoin issued by Anchorpoint.
➤ The bank plans to offer tokenized money market fund subscription and settlement services in Q4 2026, leveraging the stablecoin for faster transaction settlements.
➤ While currently limited to institutional clients, Anchorpoint aims for wider access, including potential retail expansion by the end of 2026, subject to market conditions and regulatory approval.
#standardchartered #hkdap #stablecoin #hongkong #anchorpoint #tokenizedfunds #settlementservices #ethereum #institutionalclients
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-standard-chartered-becomes-first-bank-to-offer-hkdap-1703493773

2026-08-25 07:15:32 CEST

📰 Bitcoin Holds $77K as US Treasury Sec Bessent Declares “Economic D-Day” Against Iran
🗓️ Aug 24 2026 05:25 UTC - Varinder Singh
Bitcoin price steady above $77K as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces an "Economic D-Day" against Iran on Monday.
➤ Bitcoin maintained its price above $77K despite the US Treasury Secretary's announcement of an 'economic D-Day' against Iran, involving extensive financial sanctions.
➤ The sanctions aim to cut off Iran's economic lifelines, with potential secondary sanctions on foreign entities doing business with the country.
➤ Amid geopolitical tensions, safe-haven assets like gold are rallying, leading to increased interest in tokenized gold as an alternative investment.
#bitcoin #ustreasury #economicdday #iransanctions #goldprice #tokenizedgold #oilprices #bondmarket #usdollarindex
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coingape-bitcoin-holds-77-k-as-us-treasury-sec-bessent-declares-economic-d-day-against-iran-534357719

2026-08-24 19:33:43 CEST

📰 Standard Chartered Taps HKDAP for Tokenized Fund Settlements
🗓️ Aug 24 2026 15:38 UTC - Sharmistha Suman
Standard Chartered becomes the first bank authorized to distribute HKDAP, a regulated Hong Kong dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Anchorpoint Financial.
➤ Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) is the first authorized distributor of HKDAP, a regulated Hong Kong dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Anchorpoint Financial.
➤ HKDAP maintains a 1:1 peg with the Hong Kong dollar and operates under the Hong Kong Monetary Authority's stablecoin regulations, including reserve backing, redemption, AML, and customer verification.
➤ Initial use cases include tokenized money market fund settlements, intragroup treasury settlements, and cross-border payments, with a phased rollout beginning in Q4.
#standardchartered #hkdap #hkdatpar #anchorpointfinancial #hongkongmonetaryauthority #stablecoin #tokenizedfunds #crossborderpayments #moneymarketfunds
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptotimes-standard-chartered-taps-hkdap-for-tokenized-fund-settlements-1918714499

2026-08-24 16:02:13 CEST

📰 PAX Gold Price Prediction Eyes $5,000 as Pepeto Buyers Chase Bigger Upside
🗓️ Aug 23 2026 20:27 UTC - Dani Bonocci
Investigate the rising PAX Gold price amidst shifting Federal Reserve expectations and its growing adoption in wallets.
➤ PAX Gold (PAXG) price is predicted to reach $5,000 as tokenized gold sees increased adoption and institutional capital inflows, driven by shifting Federal Reserve expectations and a weaker dollar.
➤ The article also highlights the Pepeto presale, a meme coin ecosystem with a cross-chain bridge and trading hub, which has secured over $10.7 million ahead of an anticipated Binance listing.
➤ While PAXG offers steady gains mirroring physical gold, Pepeto is presented as a higher-upside opportunity with a 165% APY staking reward, appealing to traders seeking exponential returns.
#paxgold #paxg #tokenizedgold #pepeto #presale #binancelisting #federalreserve #solana #kaminofinance #memecoin
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/techbullion-pax-gold-price-prediction-eyes-5-000-as-pepeto-buyers-chase-bigger-upside-4115767712

2026-08-24 05:25:52 CEST

📰 Tokenizing Real Estate the Legal Way: Why Liens Beat Fractionalizing the House
🗓️ Aug 22 2026 15:42 UTC - Stobox Research
Why tokenizing mortgage liens and notes sidesteps the legal friction of fractionalizing a house. A structure-by-structure analysis for executives.
➤ Tokenizing mortgage liens and notes is presented as a more legally defensible approach for real estate than fractionalizing a house deed via an LLC wrapper, due to US property and securities laws.
➤ The article highlights that fractionalizing a home through an LLC creates a security subject to SEC regulations, while occupant-protective property laws (homestead, partition rights) and transfer taxes add significant friction.
➤ Tokenizing the legally enforceable, county-recorded mortgage note and lien is argued to be a scalable and compliant alternative, with Figure Technologies cited as a successful example.
#realestatetokenization #mortgageliens #llcwrapper #securitieslaw #uspropertylaw #partitionrights #transfertaxes #figuretechnologies #provenanceblockchain #stobox
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/stobox-tokenizing-real-estate-the-legal-way-why-liens-beat-fractionalizing-the-house-3962055850

2026-08-23 19:36:28 CEST

📰 Fairmint CEO Warns Tokenized Stocks May Recreate the 1960s Paper Crisis
🗓️ Aug 23 2026 05:34 UTC
Huoxing Finance reports, according to CoinDesk, Joris Delanoue, CEO of chain-based securities infrastructure provider Fairmint, said that the boom in tokenized
➤ Fairmint CEO warns that the rise of tokenized stocks could lead to a digital 'paperwork crisis' similar to the 1960s.
➤ Fragmentation of ownership records, reliance on intermediaries, and lack of legal ownership for some products pose significant risks.
➤ The article highlights concerns about voting rights, dividends, and asset claims in the event of issuer or SPV issues, despite market growth.
#tokenizedstocks #paperworkcrisis #settlementfailures #fragmentedownership #economicexposure #legalownership #votingrights #dividends #issuerrisk #fairmint
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/kucoin-fairmint-ceo-warns-tokenized-stocks-may-recreate-the-1960-s-paper-crisis-4223496545

2026-08-23 19:35:32 CEST

📰 AVAX breaks triangle pattern, institutional adoption boosts price to $7.55
🗓️ Aug 23 2026 00:35 UTC
🚀 AVAX jumps above triangle pattern, trades at $7.55 with strong institutional backing. 🎯 Progmat and Axiym moved billions in tokenized assets and payments using $AVAX. 📈 Recent 16.84% price surge signals new bullish momentum in AVAX. 📊 Avalanche’s custom blockchain solutions...
➤ AVAX has broken above a triangle pattern, trading at $7.55, driven by significant institutional adoption and network usage.
➤ Major institutions like Progmat and Axiym are utilizing the Avalanche network for tokenized assets and payments, processing billions in transactions.
➤ The recent price surge and continued institutional interest suggest a bullish momentum for AVAX, though market volatility remains a consideration.
#avax #avalanche #tokenizedsecurities #institutionaladoption #progmat #axiym #blockchain #layer1 #defi #pricesurge
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-avax-breaks-triangle-pattern-institutional-adoption-boosts-price-to-7-55-4145777896

2026-08-23 19:35:13 CEST

📰 « Bitcoin, or et terres » : la doctrine anti-crise du patron de Tether
🗓️ Aug 23 2026 04:00 UTC - Magali
Paolo Ardoino résume la doctrine anti-crise de Tether en une punchline : Bitcoin, or et terres. Décryptage des trois piliers de réserve du géant de l'USDT.
➤ Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, outlines a crisis-resilience strategy centered on Bitcoin, gold, and farmland.
➤ Tether has significantly invested in nearly 99,000 BTC and 148 tons of gold, with reserves exceeding liabilities by $6.8 billion according to a KPMG audit.
➤ The company's farmland investment includes a project to build a Bitcoin mining farm in Brazil powered by sugarcane waste, integrating its reserve pillars.
#tether #paoloardoino #bitcoin #gold #farmland #reservestrategy #usdt #hedgeagainstdoom #kpmgaudit #adecoagro
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/journalducoin-bitcoin-or-et-terres-la-doctrine-anti-crise-du-patron-de-tether-1516157441

2026-08-22 18:39:40 CEST

📰 Stablecoins : PayPal et MoonPay lancent leur usine à jetons
🗓️ Aug 14 2026 12:00 UTC - Le Journal Du Coin
MoonPay ouvre PYUSDx, une plateforme permettant de créer des stablecoins personnalisés garantis à 100 % par le PYUSD de PayPal.
➤ MoonPay and M0 have launched PYUSDx, a platform enabling developers to create custom stablecoins backed by PayPal's PYUSD.
➤ This platform allows DeFi applications to launch their own branded digital dollars with personalized reward rules, while maintaining full collateralization in PayPal USD.
➤ While simplifying technical infrastructure, projects must still ensure regulatory compliance for their issued tokens, as they are distinct from PayPal's own PYUSD.
#pyusd #moonpay #stablecoin #defi #tokenization #paypal #pyusdx #digitaldollar #reserve #developers
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/journalducoin-stablecoins-pay-pal-et-moon-pay-lancent-leur-usine-a-jetons-98011033

2026-08-15 00:53:04 CEST

📰 Forward Industries Bets Even Bigger On Solana After $69M Quarterly Loss
🗓️ Aug 13 2026 06:55 UTC
A growing Solana treasury lifted token exposure and staking income even as accounting charges left Forward Industries with a $69M Q3 loss.
➤ Forward Industries reported a $69 million Q3 loss due to Solana treasury writedowns, despite revenue growth from staking income.
➤ The company increased its Solana holdings significantly, believing its treasury scale offers an advantage despite market volatility.
➤ Despite the loss, Forward Industries plans to continue buying and staking Solana, aiming to grow SOL per share.
#solana #forwardindustries #treasury #staking #digitalassets #quarterlyloss #solpershare #cryptomarketvolatility #accountingcharges #solanawritedowns
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-forward-industries-bets-even-bigger-on-solana-after-69-m-quarterly-loss-2890719078

2026-08-15 00:52:22 CEST

📰 Mantle price rallies 13%: can Jersey Mike’s token launch push MNT to $0.50?
🗓️ Aug 13 2026 13:45 UTC - CryptoNews
Mantle price has climbed about 13% over the past seven days to trade near $0.46 on August 13, extending its recovery from the lows recorded earlier this month. According to CoinGecko
➤ Mantle's native token, MNT, has seen a significant price rally of approximately 13% in the past week, trading near $0.46.
➤ This surge is attributed to Mantle's expanding real-world asset (RWA) strategy, particularly the recent launch of tokenized exposure to Jersey Mike's IPO (JMKEx).
➤ Technical indicators suggest a potential continuation of the uptrend, with key resistance levels at $0.47 and a psychological target of $0.50.
#mantle #mnt #jerseymikes #tokenizedstocks #jmkex #fluxion #rwastrategy #onchainmarket #priceanalysis #technicalindicators
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptonews-mantle-price-rallies-13-can-jersey-mikes-token-launch-push-mnt-to-0-50-2019548227

2026-08-15 00:50:52 CEST

📰 MEXC July TradFi Trading Shifts Toward AI Storage as SNDK Futures Volume Surges More Than 15x Times
🗓️ Aug 13 2026 09:45 UTC - PR DESK
Monthly trading volume in Stock and Index Futures increased by 64%, while the number of available instruments exceeded 285.
➤ MEXC reported a significant shift in TradFi trading in July, with AI storage-related futures volume surging by over 575%, outpacing computing chips.
➤ SanDisk (SNDK) futures saw a remarkable 15x increase in volume, highlighting a growing investor interest in the storage layer of AI infrastructure.
➤ Tokenized stocks dominated MEXC's TradFi spot market, accounting for 62% of volume, with a diversified demand across various themes including AI, space, and crypto-related equities.
#mexc #aistorage #sndkfutures #tokenizedstocks #tradfifutures #aiinfrastructure #semiconductoretf #preipofutures #usdtsettlement #0feetrading
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/zycrypto-mexc-july-trad-fi-trading-shifts-toward-ai-storage-as-sndk-futures-volume-surges-more-than-15-x-times-110257269

2026-08-14 11:53:00 CEST

📰 MUFG tests blockchain settlement for JGB repo trades
🗓️ Aug 13 2026 12:00 UTC - Olivia Stephanie
MUFG will test real-time Japanese government bond repo settlement on Canton Network, using blockchain and digital money in an FSA-backed PoC.
➤ MUFG is conducting a proof-of-concept (PoC) to test real-time settlement of Japanese government bond (JGB) repo trades using blockchain technology and digital money on the Canton Network.
➤ The initiative, selected under Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) Payment Innovation Project, aims to improve funding efficiency and expand settlement windows by synchronizing JGB book-entry records with blockchain.
➤ The PoC will also explore automating the full repo transaction lifecycle and considers the use of tokenized deposits or stablecoins for the cash leg of settlement, while maintaining the legal status of JGBs.
#mufg #jgbrepo #cantonnetwork #blockchainsettlement #digitalmoney #proofofconcept #fsa #realtimesettlement #tokenizeddeposits #securedfinance
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-mufg-tests-blockchain-settlement-for-jgb-repo-trades-4173117773

2026-08-14 10:53:03 CEST

📰 SBI Holdings Launches Japan's First Security Token Bond With Built-In XRP Rewards | Yellow.com
🗓️ Feb 22 2026 15:41 UTC
SBI Holdings launches a ¥10B ($64.5M) blockchain bond for Japanese retail investors with fixed interest and XRP rewards tied to subscription size.
➤ SBI Holdings launched Japan's first security token bond (¥10B) for retail investors, featuring fixed interest and integrated XRP rewards.
➤ The bond utilizes the BOOSTRY 'ibet for Fin' platform, with secondary trading planned on Osaka Digital Exchange's START system.
➤ This offering tests retail appetite for hybrid fixed-income products that bundle traditional yield with cryptocurrency incentives, leveraging SBI's existing relationship with Ripple.
#sbiholdings #xrprewards #securitytokenbond #retailinvestors #ibetforfin #osakadigitalexchange #ripple #hybridstructure
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/yellow-sbi-holdings-launches-japans-first-security-token-bond-with-built-in-xrp-rewards-yellow-com-157362296

2026-08-13 11:44:10 CEST

📰 Brazil's Largest Private Bank Itau Pilots Tokenized Bonds
🗓️ Aug 12 2026 06:27 UTC - Aleksandar Dukic
Itau, Latin America's biggest private bank, joined an ANBIMA-led pilot with OpenAssets to tokenize fixed-income securities on public blockchain rails in Brazil.
➤ Brazil's largest private bank, Itau, is piloting the tokenization of fixed-income securities on a public blockchain in collaboration with ANBIMA and OpenAssets.
➤ This initiative is significant as it involves a major financial institution in tokenizing traditional debt instruments, moving beyond money-market funds and stablecoins.
➤ The pilot benefits from Brazil's existing digital infrastructure, including the Drex wholesale CBDC project and a comfortable payment culture, providing a clearer path for potential production.
#itau #tokenizedbonds #brazil #anbima #openassets #fixedincomesecurities #blockchain #drex #digitalcash #settlement
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/spendnode-brazils-largest-private-bank-itau-pilots-tokenized-bonds-1189607250

2026-08-13 05:51:49 CEST

📰 Coinbase-backed Flowdesk secures full broker-dealer license in Dubai
🗓️ Aug 11 2026 16:55 UTC
The institutional market maker joins a growing group of crypto companies expanding regulated services as broker-dealer infrastructure gains traction.
➤ Coinbase-backed Flowdesk has secured a full broker-dealer license in Dubai, enabling it to offer regulated services to institutional investors.
➤ This expansion aligns with a broader trend of crypto companies seeking regulatory approvals to bridge traditional finance and digital assets.
➤ The license allows Flowdesk to provide liquidity, custody, and compliance services within Dubai's growing digital asset market.
#flowdesk #dubai #brokerdealerlicense #institutionalinvestors #cryptomarketmaker #coinbaseventures #virtualassetsregulatoryauthority #regulatedservices #digitalassets
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-coinbase-backed-flowdesk-secures-full-broker-dealer-license-in-dubai-23228234

2026-08-12 23:46:06 CEST

📰 eToro to Acquire TradeZero as Q2 Crypto Revenue Drops 30%
🗓️ Aug 11 2026 13:25 UTC
eToro has outlined a new step in its push to expand within the US financial market: the company said Tuesday it plans to acquire US online brokerage TradeZero. The deal is framed as part of eToro’s broader effort to build a multi-asset platform that includes equities, commodities...
➤ eToro plans to acquire US online brokerage TradeZero to accelerate its expansion in the US market and build a multi-asset platform.
➤ The company reported a 30% year-over-year drop in crypto revenue for Q2, alongside a 73% decrease in crypto trades in July, indicating a cooling in user activity.
➤ Despite the decline in crypto, eToro's strategy focuses on cross-asset engagement, with a significant portion of commodity traders also engaging with equities and crypto.
#etoro #tradezero #acquisition #usexpansion #cryptorevenue #multiassetplatform #equities #commodities #digitalassets #brokerage
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-e-toro-to-acquire-trade-zero-as-q-2-crypto-revenue-drops-30-3881097363

2026-08-12 14:39:59 CEST

📰 Crypto bill faces long odds after Senate punts vote to September
🗓️ Aug 10 2026 18:42 UTC - Hannah Lang
The chances that the U.S. crypto industry will win once-in-a-generation digital asset legislation are dimming, despite Senate Republicans promising to advance the bill when lawmakers return to Capitol Hill next month.
➤ The U.S. crypto industry's hopes for landmark digital asset legislation are diminishing as the Senate delays a crucial vote until September, facing significant opposition and a tight election-year schedule.
➤ Key sticking points include demands for stronger anti-money laundering rules, broader state enforcement powers, and contentious ethics provisions, particularly concerning government officials' crypto businesses.
➤ Analysts and lobbyists express skepticism about the bill's future, with a failed cloture vote potentially killing it, and the outcome of the November elections posing further challenges for its passage in 2027.
#cryptobill #clarityact #senatevote #regulatoryframework #antimoneylaundering #ethicssafeguards #electionyear #washingtonpolicy #digitalassets #lobbyists
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/reuters-crypto-bill-faces-long-odds-after-senate-punts-vote-to-september-3725772934

2026-08-10 16:24:43 CEST

📰 What Gold-Backed Tokens Teach Us About Digital Ownership
🗓️ Aug 09 2026 23:00 UTC - yusra
Gold-backed tokens show how traditional assets can connect with blockchain technology and digital ownership.
➤ Gold-backed tokens exemplify how traditional assets can be linked to blockchain technology, enabling digital ownership and fractional access to physical gold.
➤ The article highlights the benefits of tokenization, such as 24/7 trading and reduced transaction friction, but also points out challenges like market liquidity, custody risks, and the limitations of digital trust.
➤ Ultimately, gold tokenization serves as a model for other RWAs, emphasizing the need for robust legal frameworks, transparent audits, and secure infrastructure to ensure durable digital ownership.
#goldbackedtokens #digitalownership #blockchaintechnology #tokenization #custody #audits #smartcontracts #fractionalownership #redemption #programmability
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/dinardetectives-what-gold-backed-tokens-teach-us-about-digital-ownership-1591275081

2026-08-10 14:21:35 CEST

📰 A proposed Ethereum upgrade threatens to kill native yield and force SharpLink’s $125M treasury into high-risk DeFi
🗓️ Aug 09 2026 20:42 UTC - CryptoSlate
EIP-8363 would drive net consensus yield to zero at 60.25 million ETH staked, shifting the burden toward variable fees, MEV and DeFi returns.
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➤ A proposed Ethereum upgrade (EIP-8363) could reduce native staking yield to zero, forcing companies like SharpLink to rely more on riskier DeFi strategies.
➤ SharpLink's $125 million treasury strategy, which aims for above-native yield, would be significantly impacted, increasing its exposure to variable fees, MEV, and DeFi risks.
➤ While not yet approved, the proposal highlights the evolving landscape of yield generation for tokenized assets and the potential shift towards higher-risk, active management approaches.
#eip8363 #ethereumstaking #sharplink #treasury #defi #yieldgeneration #consensusrewards #mev #onchainyieldfund #hegogiaupgrade
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptorank-a-proposed-ethereum-upgrade-threatens-to-kill-native-yield-and-force-sharp-links-125-m-treasury-into-high-risk-de-fi-1368306672

2026-08-08 19:43:21 CEST

📰 Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs See Four and Three-Day Inflow Streaks
🗓️ Aug 07 2026 11:15 UTC
ETF flow data rarely tells a simple story, but when both Bitcoin and Ethereum products post consecutive days of net gains, it suggests something beyond short-te
➤ Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs are experiencing consecutive days of net inflows, indicating sustained institutional interest.
➤ While Bitcoin ETFs show higher volume, Ethereum's consistent demand is notable given its historical challenges in attracting similar institutional flows.
➤ The ongoing regulatory landscape remains a significant wildcard, with potential legislative outcomes poised to influence future institutional adoption trends.
#bitcoinetf #ethereumetf #inflows #institutionalcapital #regulatorylandscape #cryptopolicy #tokenizedtraditionalassets #digitalgold #blockchain #markettrends
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/kucoin-bitcoin-and-ethereum-et-fs-see-four-and-three-day-inflow-streaks-3941224760

2026-08-08 01:44:58 CEST

📰 XRP ETFs log 4-day inflow streak as RWA holders grow 25% – More gains ahead?
🗓️ Aug 06 2026 05:30 UTC - Lennox Gitonga
Over these days, XRP ETFs have pulled more than $15 million in capital, with the largest inflow being $7.69 million.
➤ XRP ETFs have experienced a four-day streak of positive capital inflows, totaling over $15 million, indicating a potential revival.
➤ The XRP Ledger's Real World Asset (RWA) sector is a significant driver of activity, with tokenized asset value nearing $5 billion and RWA holders increasing by 25%.
➤ This RWA growth suggests a strong underlying demand for XRP, positioning Ripple as both a beneficiary of ETF inflows and a venue for RWA tokenization.
#xrp #xrpetfs #realworldassets #rwa #tokenizedassets #capitalinflows #xrpledger #stablecoins #institutionaladoption
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/ambcrypto-xrp-et-fs-log-4-day-inflow-streak-as-rwa-holders-grow-25-more-gains-ahead-3474880822

2026-08-07 07:27:52 CEST

📰 The sudden collapse of a $20 billion AI fund reveals why Bitcoin is the first thing Wall Street sells when margin calls hit
🗓️ Aug 02 2026 15:59 UTC - CryptoSlate
A $20 billion AI hedge fund gained 439% through June, lost roughly two-thirds of its value in July, and sold most of a $16 billion public-stock portfolio as
➤ A $20 billion AI hedge fund experienced a rapid collapse due to leverage, losing two-thirds of its value in July after significant gains.
➤ The fund was forced to sell its public-stock portfolio to meet margin calls, highlighting how Wall Street liquidates assets during cash crunches.
➤ Bitcoin is identified as a likely first asset to be sold in such scenarios due to its 24/7 trading and high liquidity, even if it's not the cause of the initial loss.
#bitcoin #aifund #margincall #leverage #liquiditysqueeze #forcedselling #hedgefund #wallstreet #cryptoliquidation #assetbackedtoken
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptorank-the-sudden-collapse-of-a-20-billion-ai-fund-reveals-why-bitcoin-is-the-first-thing-wall-street-sells-when-margin-calls-hit-1230442861

2026-08-06 20:46:34 CEST

📰 Ripple President Drops Major Statement. What It Means for XRP
🗓️ Aug 05 2026 15:03 UTC - Solomon Odunayo
Ripple President Monica Long has responded to Ripple’s recent announcement of strategic investments in ZILO and Licuido. She believes that institutional capital markets have already crossed a turning point, moving from pilots to production and from issuing tokenized assets to actively using them. That is crucial for XRP enthusiasts to watch. From Pilots to Production […]
➤ Ripple President Monica Long states that institutional capital markets have moved past pilot phases into production for tokenized assets.
➤ Ripple is investing in ZILO and Licuido, which operate on the XRP Ledger, to provide a full stack of digital asset infrastructure for institutions.
➤ This shift signifies increased onchain activity and transaction volume for the XRP Ledger as institutions actively use tokenized assets.
#ripple #xrpledger #tokenizedassets #institutionalcapitalmarkets #monicalong #zilo #licuido #onchain #settlementlayer #digitalassetinfrastructure
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/timestabloid-ripple-president-drops-major-statement-what-it-means-for-xrp-781266278

2026-08-06 16:48:34 CEST

📰 SOL Price Prediction: Solana Rallies as Pepeto Nears Listing
🗓️ Aug 05 2026 20:28 UTC - Dani Bonocci
Explore the latest SOL price prediction driven by BlackRock's interest in the Solana network and emerging opportunities.
➤ BlackRock's filing to launch a tokenized money market fund on Solana signals institutional interest and potential long-term value for SOL.
➤ The article highlights the rapid growth of the Pepeto presale, which has raised over $10.5 million, driven by its cross-chain trading capabilities and upcoming Binance listing.
➤ Analysts predict SOL could reach $90-$100 due to increasing adoption, ETF inflows, and a proposed increase in SOL token burns, while Pepeto offers an early-stage investment opportunity.
#solana #blackrock #pepeto #tokenizedfund #moneymarketfund #stablecoin #solpriceprediction #binancelisting #presale #staking
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/techbullion-sol-price-prediction-solana-rallies-as-pepeto-nears-listing-1961985406

2026-08-06 16:46:25 CEST

📰 CLARITY Act Update for XRP Holders: SEC Commissioner Drops Major Statement
🗓️ Aug 05 2026 20:00 UTC - Tobi Loba
Crypto commentator BankXRP (@BankXRP) shared remarks from SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce confirming the agency will advance crypto rulemaking with or without the CLARITY Act. Peirce laid out a concrete agenda, and her comments carry significant weight for XRP holders watching the Senate. Peirce Lays Out the SEC’s Agenda Peirce confirmed the SEC has substantial crypto […]
➤ SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce stated the agency will proceed with crypto rulemaking regardless of the CLARITY Act's passage, focusing on custody, tokenized securities, and fundraising.
➤ The CLARITY Act aims to distinguish between commodities and securities, assigning regulatory jurisdiction to the SEC or CFTC, which could further solidify XRP's legal standing.
➤ Despite the SEC's commitment to rulemaking, the CLARITY Act faces challenges in the Senate, with its passage uncertain before the upcoming recess.
#seccommissioner #hesterpeirce #clarityact #xrpholders #cryptorulemaking #tokenizedsecurities #custody #fundraisingframework #cftc #institutionaladoption
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/timestabloid-clarity-act-update-for-xrp-holders-sec-commissioner-drops-major-statement-1796756496

2026-08-06 15:04:55 CEST

📰 Sen. Cynthia Lummis Warns Democrats Not to Block Landmark CLARITY Act
🗓️ Aug 05 2026 16:55 UTC - Ethan Collins
Senator Cynthia Lummis has urged Senate Democrats not to block the bipartisan CLARITY Act, arguing the legislation will protect consumers, provide cle
➤ Senator Cynthia Lummis is urging Senate Democrats to support the bipartisan CLARITY Act, emphasizing its role in consumer protection and retaining crypto innovation in the U.S.
➤ The CLARITY Act aims to provide clear regulatory frameworks for blockchain companies, exchanges, and stablecoin businesses, addressing current uncertainty and fostering U.S. global competitiveness.
➤ The legislation has garnered bipartisan support and is seen as crucial for encouraging institutional adoption and maintaining America's leadership in the evolving digital asset economy.
#clarityact #cynthialummis #cryptocurrencyregulation #consumerprotection #blockchaininnovation #unitedstates #regulatoryclarity #digitalassets #bipartisansupport #institutionaladoption
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/hokanews-sen-cynthia-lummis-warns-democrats-not-to-block-landmark-clarity-act-4156765861

2026-08-06 03:12:58 CEST

📰 BitGo Adopts Chainlink CCIP for WBTC Cross-Chain Transfers
🗓️ Aug 05 2026 04:15 UTC - Kelly Cromley
BitGo said that it would adopt Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol, known as CCIP, as the default infrastructure for WBTC and all digital assets issued by the company in the future.
➤ BitGo is adopting Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) as its primary infrastructure for WBTC and future digital asset transfers.
➤ This move aims to enhance security, risk control, and operational consistency across different blockchain networks, addressing concerns about bridge vulnerabilities.
➤ The adoption by BitGo, a major custodian, signifies a growing trend towards institutional-grade cross-chain solutions and highlights Chainlink's role in the digital asset ecosystem.
#bitgo #chainlinkccip #wbtc #crosschaintransfers #interoperability #blockchainsecurity #institutionaladoption #digitalassets #tokenization #defi
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cointrust-bit-go-adopts-chainlink-ccip-for-wbtc-cross-chain-transfers-652691294

2026-08-06 02:42:47 CEST

📰 Securitize Reports $580M Growth in Tokenized U.S. Treasury Bills
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 09:47 UTC - Emmmaculate Araka
Securitize reports $580M growth in tokenized U.S. Treasury bills, driven by major players. Here's why this trend matters.
➤ Securitize has reported a significant $580 million growth in tokenized U.S. Treasury bills over the past month.
➤ This growth is bolstered by substantial contributions from major financial institutions like J.P. Morgan and Franklin Templeton.
➤ The trend indicates increasing institutional adoption of tokenized assets and a broader acceptance of blockchain in traditional finance.
#securitize #tokenizedtbills #jpmorgan #franklintempleton #institutionaladoption #assettokenization #blockchain #traditionalfinance #ustreasuries
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinfomania-securitize-reports-580-m-growth-in-tokenized-u-s-treasury-bills-1065675322

2026-08-06 02:41:19 CEST

📰 SP Funds S&P Global Technology ETF (Dinari Tokenized ETF) (SPTE) Price, MarketCap, Charts and Fundamentals Info - BeInCrypto
🗓️ Aug 05 2026 05:45 UTC - BeInCrypto
➤ The article provides real-time price, market cap, and trading data for the SP Funds S&P Global Technology ETF (SPTE), a tokenized ETF.
➤ It highlights SPTE's current price, recent performance, and historical data, positioning it as a digital asset.
➤ The content focuses on providing information for investors interested in the future price prediction and investment decisions related to this tokenized technology ETF.
#spfundsspglobaltechnologyetf #spte #tokenizedetf #dinari #beincrypto #priceprediction #marketcap #tradingvolume #equity #technologyetf
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/beincrypto-sp-funds-s-p-global-technology-etf-dinari-tokenized-etf-spte-price-market-cap-charts-and-fundamentals-info-be-in-crypto-767643611

2026-08-06 02:24:09 CEST

📰 Nigeria Crypto News Today: NRS Issues Virtual Asset Tax Rules
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 13:35 UTC
Nigeria Crypto News Today: NRS Releases Official Guidelines on VSANigeria crypto news today centers on a major regulatory move: the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has formally issued its guidelines on the taxation of virtual assets. The agency confirmed the release in a public not...
➤ Nigeria's Revenue Service (NRS) has released official guidelines for taxing virtual assets, establishing one of Africa's first detailed crypto tax frameworks.
➤ The guidelines mandate registration, reporting, and record-keeping for taxpayers and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), with a 30% corporate income tax for companies and penalties for non-compliance.
➤ This move aligns Nigeria with a global trend towards clearer cryptocurrency regulation, aiming to increase transparency and voluntary compliance within its growing digital asset ecosystem.
#nigeriarevenueservice #virtualassettax #cryptocurrencyregulation #taxationguidelines #vasps #p2pmarketplace #corporateincometax #compliance #enforcement #digitalassets
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-nigeria-crypto-news-today-nrs-issues-virtual-asset-tax-rules-2693670145

2026-08-05 20:54:18 CEST

📰 AXT Tokenized Stock (Ondo) to Vietnamese Dong Price Today | Live AXTIon to VND Converter & Exchange Rate | CryptoRank.io
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 23:45 UTC
➤ The article provides real-time price data for AXT Tokenized Stock (Ondo) (AXTIon) against the Vietnamese Dong (VND).
➤ It includes a converter tool, historical price tracking, and answers to frequently asked questions about the token's price and conversion.
➤ The data suggests a significant trading volume and market cap for this tokenized equity.
#axttokenizedstock #ondo #axion #vietnamesedong #vnd #price #exchangerate #cryptorank #tokenizedequity
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptorank-axt-tokenized-stock-ondo-to-vietnamese-dong-price-today-live-axt-ion-to-vnd-converter-exchange-rate-crypto-rank-io-3995249519

2026-08-05 18:21:57 CEST

📰 Gateway Adds ERC-1271 Support for Programmable Authorization
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 19:11 UTC
Gateway now supports programmable authorization through ERC-1271, so smart contracts and smart wallets can access unified USDC balances without delegates. Start building.
➤ Circle Gateway now supports ERC-1271, enabling smart contracts and smart wallets to directly authorize USDC transactions without delegates.
➤ This integration simplifies crosschain USDC management, allowing for more efficient rebalancing, automated payments, and chain-abstracted user experiences.
➤ Developers can now leverage their existing smart contract authorization logic, including multisig, role-based permissions, and spending limits, directly with Gateway.
#erc1271 #programmableauthorization #circlegateway #usdc #smartcontracts #smartwallets #crosschain #defi #api
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/circle-gateway-adds-erc-1271-support-for-programmable-authorization-3474190103

2026-08-05 18:21:06 CEST

📰 Galaxy and BNY Integrate Staking Into Digital Asset Custody Platform
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 16:09 UTC - Coingapestaff
Galaxy and BNY partnered to integrate institutional staking into BNY’s Digital Asset Custody platform, pending regulatory review.
➤ Galaxy and BNY Mellon are integrating institutional staking services into BNY Mellon's Digital Asset Custody platform, aiming to simplify participation in proof-of-stake networks for eligible clients.
➤ This collaboration expands their partnership beyond custody to include staking, fund accounting, and tax reporting within a single institutional workflow.
➤ The move aligns with BNY Mellon's broader strategy to build future financial infrastructure and develop tokenized fund infrastructure and blockchain-based transfer agency services, pending regulatory approval.
#galaxy #bnymellon #digitalassetcustody #institutionalstaking #proofofstake #tokenizedfunds #blockchain #regulatoryreview #assetservicing
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coingape-galaxy-and-bny-integrate-staking-into-digital-asset-custody-platform-264372617

2026-08-05 17:38:50 CEST

📰 Dow Jones Top Financial Services Headlines at 4 PM ET: Wells Fargo to Roll Out Tokenized Deposits for Corporate Clients | HSBC ...
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 20:22 UTC
➤ Wells Fargo is set to launch tokenized deposits for corporate clients, aiming for faster payments and transfers via blockchain technology.
➤ HSBC reported a significant increase in quarterly profit, with plans for a $1 billion share buyback, while other financial news includes issues with Bilt card collections and a lawsuit against Revolut's co-founder.
➤ The financial services roundup also covers Visa's acquisition of BioCatch, Intercontinental Exchange's deal for MarketAxess, and expansion of prediction markets to gold and silver by Kalshi.
#wellsfargo #tokenizeddeposits #corporateclients #blockchain #hsbc #quarterlyprofit #biltcard #collectionsnotices #revolut #nikstoronsky
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/morningstar-dow-jones-top-financial-services-headlines-at-4-pm-et-wells-fargo-to-roll-out-tokenized-deposits-for-corporate-clients-hsbc-4239284725

2026-08-05 17:30:33 CEST

📰 Nigeria Introduces Crypto Tax Rules, Makes Tax ID Mandatory for New Accounts
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 09:29 UTC - Abdulkarim Abdulwahab
Nigeria introduces crypto tax rules, requiring Tax IDs for new exchange accounts and setting clear tax obligations for users, exchanges, and businesses.
➤ Nigeria has implemented new crypto tax rules, mandating Tax IDs for opening new accounts on regulated exchanges and P2P platforms.
➤ The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has established a framework taxing cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and tokenized assets, with medium and large companies facing a 30% corporate tax on profits.
➤ These measures aim to integrate the crypto sector into the formal financial and tax system, increasing compliance and public revenue, without banning crypto trading.
#nigeria #cryptotax #taxid #virtualassets #stablecoins #tokenizedassets #nrs #vasps #compliance #corporatetax
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinedition-nigeria-introduces-crypto-tax-rules-makes-tax-id-mandatory-for-new-accounts-3713977692

2026-08-05 16:37:02 CEST

📰 GameStop plans $1.4 billion stock swap as Bitcoin collateral risk emerges
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 23:30 UTC
GameStop’s $1.4 billion debt exchange could dilute shareholders as new questions emerge over its Bitcoin collateral position.
➤ GameStop is planning a $1.4 billion debt exchange, swapping notes for stock, which could lead to significant shareholder dilution.
➤ Uncertainty surrounds the exact number of new shares to be issued and the current amount of Bitcoin pledged as collateral under their options strategy.
➤ The company's use of Bitcoin collateral with Coinbase Credit, where the assets can be reused or sold, introduces significant risk and lack of direct control for GameStop.
#gamestop #bitcoincollateral #stockswap #debtexchange #shareholderdilution #optionsstrategy #coinbasecredit #digitalassetreceivable #volatilityrisk
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptoslate-game-stop-plans-1-4-billion-stock-swap-as-bitcoin-collateral-risk-emerges-1241332926

2026-08-05 16:34:42 CEST

📰 Intesa Sanpaolo Slashes BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Stake 94% as Staked Ether Holdings Triple
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 13:14 UTC - BlockchainReporter
Italy's largest bank cut its Bitcoin ETF holdings by 94% and added a large put option while tripling its staked Ethereum ETF, signaling a strategic rotation.
➤ Intesa Sanpaolo significantly reduced its stake in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF by 94% and increased its holdings in the iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF by 201%, indicating a strategic shift.
➤ The bank also established a substantial put option position on Bitcoin, suggesting a move towards downside protection or a bearish outlook, while nearly exiting its Solana ETF holdings.
➤ This repositioning highlights a trend of institutional investors favoring yield-generating assets like staked Ether over static Bitcoin positions, alongside a focus on risk management and hedging strategies.
#intesasanpaolo #blackrock #bitcoinetf #stakedetheretf #cryptocurrency #portfoliorotation #options #downsideprotection #yield #solana
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptorank-intesa-sanpaolo-slashes-black-rock-bitcoin-etf-stake-94-as-staked-ether-holdings-triple-3693882740

2026-08-05 16:05:15 CEST

📰 Dogecoin price eyes $0.076 as SpaceX stock jumps before earnings
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 16:15 UTC
Dogecoin price traded near $0.070 as SPCX stock extended its rebound ahead of SpaceX’s first earnings report as a public company. Dogecoin price holds near $0.070 According to data from crypto.news, Dogecoin (DOGE) price was trading at $0.07035 at the…
➤ Dogecoin (DOGE) price is trading near $0.070, showing weak but stable momentum, while SpaceX (SPCX) stock is recovering ahead of its first earnings report as a public company.
➤ The article highlights the indirect market sentiment link between Dogecoin and SpaceX through Elon Musk, suggesting speculative trading in DOGE may increase with SpaceX's earnings announcement.
➤ Key price levels for DOGE are identified, with a need to break $0.07398 for a stronger recovery, while SpaceX faces volatility from earnings and an upcoming insider share unlock.
#dogecoin #spacex #elonmusk #doge #spcx #tokenization #earningsreport #stockmarket #cryptocurrency #memecoin
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-dogecoin-price-eyes-0-076-as-space-x-stock-jumps-before-earnings-1245332966

2026-08-05 15:56:50 CEST

📰 BlackRock's Spot Ethereum ETF ETHA Announces 1-for-3 Reverse Split Scheduled For Oct. 6
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 22:00 UTC - Dhaval
BlackRock's spot Ethereum ETF ETHA announces a 1-for-3 reverse split on Oct. 6 to improve trading efficiency and narrow bid-ask spreads. Details and implications.
➤ BlackRock's spot Ethereum ETF (ETHA) will undergo a 1-for-3 reverse stock split on October 6th to enhance trading efficiency and narrow bid-ask spreads.
➤ This adjustment will consolidate shares, increasing the price per share without altering the total investment value or the fund's underlying holdings in Ethereum.
➤ The move is a technical refinement aimed at making the ETF more attractive to a broader range of investors and does not signal a change in Ethereum's market outlook.
#blackrock #etha #ethereumetf #reversesplit #tradingefficiency #bidaskspread #institutionalinvestors #retailinvestors #digitalassets
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/bitcoinworld-black-rocks-spot-ethereum-etf-etha-announces-1-for-3-reverse-split-scheduled-for-oct-6-2059147827

2026-08-05 15:31:02 CEST

📰 BlackRock Launches Tokenized Share Classes for Six European Funds
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 14:34 UTC - ForkLog
BlackRock has introduced 12 tokenized share classes for six money market funds from its Irish Institutional Cash Series. The tokens are issued on the Ethereum
➤ BlackRock has launched 12 tokenized share classes for six European money market funds on the Ethereum network, utilizing JPMorgan's Kinexys infrastructure.
➤ These tokenized funds, aimed at institutional investors with a minimum investment of €1M/£1M/$1M, offer features like 24/7 transfers and are available in the UK, Singapore, Bermuda, and several EU countries.
➤ The initiative aims to bring high-quality short-term investments into a digital format, with potential applications in corporate liquidity management and digital collateral.
#blackrock #tokenizedshares #moneymarketfunds #ethereum #jpmorgankinexys #institutionalinvestors #digitalcollateral #corporateliquiditymanagement #europeanfunds
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/forklog-black-rock-launches-tokenized-share-classes-for-six-european-funds-1917075577

2026-08-05 13:38:56 CEST

📰 BitGo integrates with Derive for institutional onchain derivatives trading under regulated custody
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 20:24 UTC - Cryptobriefing
Here’s one of crypto’s oldest unsolved problems: institutions want to trade derivatives onchain, but they don’t want their collateral sitting in some | Bitget crypto news!
➤ BitGo and Derive have integrated to enable institutional clients to trade onchain derivatives while keeping collateral in BitGo's regulated bank.
➤ This solution addresses counterparty risk by separating trade execution on Derive's platform from custody within BitGo Bank & Trust.
➤ The integration aims to satisfy institutional compliance requirements and unlock onchain derivatives liquidity for major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
#bitgo #derive #institutionaltrading #onchainderivatives #regulatedcustody #collateral #counterpartyrisk #ethereum #opstack #occ
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/bitget-bit-go-integrates-with-derive-for-institutional-onchain-derivatives-trading-under-regulated-custody-2733683904

2026-08-05 13:36:52 CEST

📰 J.P. Morgan Ethereum Investment Tops $900M in Tokenized Assets
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 21:25 UTC
J.P. Morgan Ethereum investment surpasses $900M, signaling strong institutional crypto adoption and confidence in Ethereum's blockchain infrastructure.
➤ J.P. Morgan has tokenized over $900 million in money market funds on the Ethereum blockchain, marking a significant institutional commitment to public blockchain infrastructure.
➤ This move indicates growing institutional confidence in Ethereum's capabilities for regulated financial products and signals broader adoption of tokenized assets.
➤ While the investment highlights the potential of tokenization, it's important to note that these assets remain subject to market volatility and risks inherent in the cryptocurrency space.
#jpmorgan #ethereum #tokenizedassets #moneymarketfunds #institutionaladoption #blockchaininfrastructure #onchainassets #financialservices #aum
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/en.cryptonomist-j-p-morgan-ethereum-investment-tops-900-m-in-tokenized-assets-1803043082

2026-08-05 12:24:08 CEST

📰 The US just blacklisted the Iranian maritime scheme forcing commercial ships to pay Bitcoin tolls for safe passage
🗓️ Aug 02 2026 16:40 UTC
OFAC sanctioned HormuzSafe and PGMIC, tightening screening duties for Bitcoin-linked payments and maritime insurance.
➤ The US has blacklisted two Iranian maritime insurance firms, HormuzSafe and PGMIC, for their alleged involvement in a scheme forcing commercial ships to pay Bitcoin tolls for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
➤ These entities are accused of supporting an IRGC-backed operation and accepting Bitcoin to bypass Western sanctions, leading to their designation under OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals list.
➤ The sanctions impose strict reporting and blocking requirements on U.S. persons, with foreign entities facing exposure based on their conduct, ownership, and any U.S. nexus, not solely for transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
#iran #bitcoin #sanctions #ofac #maritime #straitofhormuz #uspersons #digitalassets #insurance #treasurydepartment
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptoslate-the-us-just-blacklisted-the-iranian-maritime-scheme-forcing-commercial-ships-to-pay-bitcoin-tolls-for-safe-passage-1987031434

2026-08-05 11:44:22 CEST

📰 XRP ETFs See 4-Day Inflow Streak: So Why Is XRP Stuck At $1.08?
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 19:30 UTC - Parshwa Turakhiya
XRP ETF inflows reach $15.4M as XRP Ledger tokenized assets hit $4.3B, but losing $1.05 could send price to $1.
➤ XRP ETFs have experienced a four-day inflow streak totaling $15.4 million, indicating institutional interest.
➤ Despite ETF inflows, XRP's price is struggling, with tokenized assets on the XRP Ledger showing significant growth to $4.3 billion.
➤ Potential use cases in Japan for cross-border payments via XRP Ledger are discussed, but regulatory and liquidity hurdles remain.
#xrpetfs #tokenizedassets #xrpledger #inflows #institutionaladoption #japan #crossborderpayments #priceanalysis #descendingtriangle #liquidity
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/benzinga-xrp-et-fs-see-4-day-inflow-streak-so-why-is-xrp-stuck-at-1-08-307060562

2026-08-05 11:41:51 CEST

📰 Ripple President Longs Breaks Down Why New Investments Are Response to Bank Pivot Toward XRP Ledger
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 08:46 UTC - Gamza Khanzadaev
Ripple President Monica Long ties fresh capital market deals to an influx of institutional demand, declaring the end of bank pilots as assets migrate to XRP Ledger.
➤ Ripple President Monica Long highlights a significant shift in the banking sector, moving from pilot programs to the active issuance of tokenized assets on the XRP Ledger (XRPL).
➤ New investments in platforms like ZILO and Licuido are a direct response to this institutional demand, with the XRPL already hosting a substantial amount of tokenized assets, including stablecoins and U.S. Treasury funds.
➤ The article emphasizes the growing trend of 24/7 on-chain operations, supported by regulatory approvals and increasing token holder participation, signaling a maturing market for tokenized real-world assets.
#ripple #xrpledger #tokenizedassets #institutionaldemand #bankingsector #onchain #stablecoins #ustreasuries #avivainvestors #centralbankofireland
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/u-ripple-president-longs-breaks-down-why-new-investments-are-response-to-bank-pivot-toward-xrp-ledger-3982221761

2026-08-05 11:17:39 CEST

📰 XRP Ledger sees a collapse of over 96% in RWA 30D transfer volume
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 15:20 UTC - Steve Muchoki
As XRP Ledger saw a 13% decline in network activity over the last 30 days, its RWA transfer volume tumbled by over $563 million.
➤ XRP Ledger experienced a significant 96.88% drop in its 30-day RWA transfer volume, falling from $581.5 million to $18.15 million.
➤ Despite the collapse in trading volume, the number of RWA holders on XRPL increased by 23%, indicating continued token issuance.
➤ The decline in RWA trading activity coincided with a 13% decrease in overall network activity and a 4.51% drop in the Distributed Asset Value on the XRP Ledger.
#xrpledger #rwatransfervolume #tokenization #networkactivity #rwaholders #distributedassetvalue #xrpprice #tradingvolume #transactioncount
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/finbold-xrp-ledger-sees-a-collapse-of-over-96-in-rwa-30-d-transfer-volume-106844025

2026-08-05 11:15:24 CEST

📰 Inside Solana's $1.6 Billion Market for Tokenized Trading Cards
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 23:02 UTC - CryptoNews
A graded Pokémon card locked inside a secure vault can now change hands hundreds of times without ever leaving the shelf. That's becoming one of Solana's fastest-growing real-world
➤ Solana is emerging as a significant platform for tokenizing physical collectibles like trading cards, wine, and watches, enabling fractional ownership and instant trading.
➤ Platforms like Collector Crypt are facilitating billions in trading volume by separating ownership from physical delivery, keeping assets in professional custody.
➤ The low transaction fees and fast confirmation times on Solana make it ideal for high-frequency trading of lower-value collectibles, integrating them into financial applications.
#tokenizedtradingcards #solana #collectorcrypt #physicalcollectibles #blockchain #ownership #custody #tradingvolume #phygitals #wineandspirits
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptonews-inside-solanas-1-6-billion-market-for-tokenized-trading-cards-928566800

2026-08-05 11:06:42 CEST

📰 Why the CLARITY Act Matters Now for Crypto’s Future
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 21:38 UTC - Ayantan Maity
The CLARITY Act is gaining traction as crypto's infrastructure evolves ahead of regulations. Here's why it matters.
➤ The CLARITY Act is gaining significant attention as crypto infrastructure develops ahead of comprehensive regulations, aiming to provide a clearer framework for digital assets.
➤ The act emphasizes the need for regulations to align with the rapid growth of crypto infrastructure and aims to clarify asset classifications, influencing future regulatory developments.
➤ While the crypto market shows mixed signals, institutional interest remains strong, with stakeholders advocating for quicker legislative processes to address compliance and operational challenges.
#clarityact #cryptoregulation #digitalassets #a16zcrypto #regulatoryframework #institutionalinterest #assetclassification #legislativeprocess #marketsentiment #compliance
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinfomania-why-the-clarity-act-matters-now-for-cryptos-future-1238889454

2026-08-05 11:04:28 CEST

📰 Tokenized Securities: Issuer-Backed vs Synthetic Tokens
🗓️ Jul 30 2026 18:15 UTC
DTCC live tokenized trades with 30+ firms and SEC calls for 1:1 audited backing shift the rules. Compare issuer-backed vs synthetic tokens, risks, and use cases.
➤ The article distinguishes between issuer-backed and synthetic tokenized securities, highlighting regulatory preferences for issuer-backed tokens due to direct claims and clearer redemption paths.
➤ Key developments include DTCC's live tokenized trades and the SEC's call for 1:1 audited backing for retail tokenized securities, signaling a shift towards regulated, compliant structures.
➤ Practical due diligence for investors involves verifying issuer authorization, custody, audits, canonical chain designation, and corporate action mapping, with a clear preference for issuer-backed tokens in institutional contexts.
#issuerbackedtokens #synthetictokens #dtcc #sec #collateraleligibility #canonicalchain #redemption #custody #audits #tokenizedsecurities
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-tokenized-securities-issuer-backed-vs-synthetic-tokens-2392483207

2026-08-05 08:31:42 CEST

📰 BlackRock’s New Stablecoin Reserve Vehicles Aren’t Competition — They’re the Foundation
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 17:03 UTC - Nolan Pratt
With BSTBL and BRSRV, BlackRock is positioning as the indispensable reserve infrastructure layer underneath every stablecoin issuer, turning GENIUS Act compliance into a structural moat.
➤ BlackRock has launched new reserve vehicles (BSTBL and BRSRV) to provide infrastructure for stablecoin issuers, aiming to become the 'plumbing' of the stablecoin market rather than a direct competitor.
➤ These vehicles are designed to meet regulatory requirements under the GENIUS Act, offering issuers a 'regulatory shield' and institutional-grade reserve management.
➤ BlackRock's move positions it as a key infrastructure provider, potentially influencing the competitive landscape against issuers like Tether and integrating with broader industry initiatives like the Open USD consortium.
#blackrock #stablecoinreserves #bstbl #brsrv #geniusact #regulatorycompliance #ethereum #bnymellon #securitize #openusdconsortium
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/forkast-black-rocks-new-stablecoin-reserve-vehicles-arent-competition-theyre-the-foundation-1207695736

2026-08-05 08:26:14 CEST

📰 Beyond investing: Real-world uses for cryptocurrency in luxury travel
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 15:14 UTC - Bitcoin News
Cryptocurrency's next chapter is not about what you hold (or hodl), but about what you can do with it, and luxury travel is proving one of the clearest cases
➤ Cryptocurrency, particularly stablecoins, is increasingly being used for direct payments in the luxury travel sector, including private jets and yacht charters.
➤ The utility of crypto in luxury travel stems from its borderless nature, speed of settlement, and ability to bypass traditional banking complexities, aligning with the mobile lifestyle of high-net-worth individuals.
➤ Platforms like OnChain Charters facilitate these transactions by managing volatility and ensuring regulatory compliance (KYC/AML) while offering discretion to clients.
#luxurytravel #cryptocurrency #stablecoins #privatejet #yachtcharter #onchaincharters #payment #borderless #discretion #kycaml
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/thebitcoinnews-beyond-investing-real-world-uses-for-cryptocurrency-in-luxury-travel-994303094

2026-08-05 08:13:32 CEST

📰 Fitch Says: AI Market Correction Could Be a Big Risk to Corporate Credit. That Might Be Bad News for This Junk Bond ETF.
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 05:05 UTC - The Motley Fool
➤ Fitch Ratings warns that significant AI-related corporate debt issuance could pose a substantial risk to the credit market and bond investors.
➤ Companies are expected to issue approximately $570 billion in AI-related corporate bonds by the end of 2026, with the potential for these investments to become unprofitable.
➤ High-yield bond ETFs, like the State Street SPDR Bloomberg High Yield Bond ETF (JNK), are particularly vulnerable to an AI downturn and potential economic slowdown, suggesting caution for investors.
#aispending #corporatebonds #fitchratings #junkbonds #highyieldbondetf #creditrisk #aidownturn #aitechnology #bondinvestors #economicslowdown
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/nasdaq-fitch-says-ai-market-correction-could-be-a-big-risk-to-corporate-credit-that-might-be-bad-news-for-this-junk-bond-etf-4048590995

2026-08-05 07:41:09 CEST

📰 Solana Takes Lead in Tokenizing Diverse Assets, Says Friskk
🗓️ Aug 04 2026 01:53 UTC - Ayantan Maity
Solana is leading the tokenization of various collectibles and luxury items. This innovation could reshape ownership — here's why it matters.
➤ Solana is emerging as a leader in tokenizing diverse assets, including collectibles, luxury items, and even unique items like dinosaur fossils.
➤ This focus on tokenization, particularly within the NFT space, is seen as a key differentiator for Solana, potentially reshaping concepts of ownership.
➤ The trend could attract more users and developers, and potentially institutional interest, despite broader market volatility.
#solana #tokenization #collectibles #nfts #ownership #luxuryitems #blockchain #digitalassets #friskk
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinfomania-solana-takes-lead-in-tokenizing-diverse-assets-says-friskk-3760278993

2026-08-05 07:21:56 CEST

📰 Morgan Stanley Investment Management đã ra mắt hai ETP mới t | KuCoin
🗓️ Jul 29 2026 09:55 UTC
➤ Morgan Stanley Investment Management has launched two new Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) tracking Ethereum and Solana, expanding its digital asset portfolio to over $14 billion AUM.
➤ These new ETPs, MSSE and MSOL, trade on NYSE Arca with competitive fees and will stake assets for investor rewards, following the success of their prior Bitcoin ETP.
➤ The launch aligns with significant network updates for Ethereum and Solana, supporting stablecoin payments, RWA tokenization, and institutional adoption.
#morganstanley #etps #ethereum #solana #digitalassets #aum #nysearca #staking #rwa #stablecoin
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/kucoin-morgan-stanley-investment-management-da-ra-mat-hai-etp-moi-t-ku-coin-1274071146

2026-08-05 07:19:26 CEST

📰 T-Rex 2X Inverse MSTR Daily Target ETF (Dinari Tokenized ETF) (MSTZ) Price Today | Bybit-kz
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 12:31 UTC
➤ The article provides pricing and market data for the T-Rex 2X Inverse MSTR Daily Target ETF (MSTZ), a tokenized ETF trading on Bybit.
➤ MSTZ is presented as a tokenized ETF that tracks the performance of MicroStrategy (MSTR), with an inverse and leveraged component.
➤ The article includes general market news unrelated to MSTZ itself, and a disclaimer about cryptocurrency investment risks.
#mstz #tokenizedetf #dinari #mstr #bybit #inverseetf #crypto #financialinstruments
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/bybit-t-rex-2-x-inverse-mstr-daily-target-etf-dinari-tokenized-etf-mstz-price-today-bybit-kz-4239755680

2026-08-04 09:11:24 CEST

📰 Clarity Act Stalls: SEC, CFTC to Write Crypto Rules Anyway
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 15:27 UTC - Tobi Opeyemi Amure
Bernstein says the SEC and CFTC can keep advancing U.S. crypto regulation through agency action even if the Clarity Act stalls.
➤ The Clarity Act faces potential stalling in the Senate, but the SEC and CFTC are expected to continue shaping crypto regulation through agency actions and coordinated efforts like Project Crypto.
➤ This approach includes issuing joint interpretations on securities laws for crypto assets and developing rules for token offerings, custody, and trading venues.
➤ Despite the legislative uncertainty, Bernstein believes the regulatory direction will persist, impacting crypto markets and potentially extending to tokenized real-world assets.
#sec #cftc #clarityact #cryptoregulation #projectcrypto #tokenizedrealworldassets #senate #agencyaction #jurisdictionaloverlap #legislativeuncertainty
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/financefeeds-clarity-act-stalls-sec-cftc-to-write-crypto-rules-anyway-960009999

2026-08-04 04:46:59 CEST

📰 Fair Value, Weekly · Sunday, August 2, 2026
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 09:41 UTC - Fair Value
Today's markets, explained in five minutes. No hype, no jargon. Fair Value Weekly · Sunday, August 2, 2026 🎧 Listen to today's brief Bonds and stocks split...
➤ Bonds experienced significant yield increases, with the 30-year Treasury hitting a 15-year high, driven by the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance, impacting mortgage rates and signaling potential economic slowdown.
➤ The AI investment boom faced scrutiny as Meta's free cash flow plummeted due to high costs, while Amazon and Microsoft demonstrated AI's potential to boost margins, creating a split in tech sector performance.
➤ Tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) are gaining traction with institutional players like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton tokenizing various assets, despite increasing regulatory scrutiny.
#treasuryyields #aispending #federalreserve #interestrates #stockmarket #oilprices #copperdemand #yenrally #tokenizedassets #institutionaladoption
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/buttondown-fair-value-weekly-sunday-august-2-2026-3280876441

2026-08-04 04:23:36 CEST

📰 Bitwise NEAR ETF reveals NRR ticker in SEC filing
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 19:46 UTC - Lawrence Mondal
Bitwise disclosed NRR as the ticker for its proposed NEAR ETF in an amended SEC filing that also includes staking and an NYSE Arca listing.
➤ Bitwise has filed an amended SEC registration for its proposed NEAR ETF, revealing the ticker 'NRR' and plans for a NYSE Arca listing.
➤ The ETF intends to stake up to 100% of its NEAR holdings to generate additional income, distinguishing it from simple price-tracking products.
➤ This move by Bitwise, alongside other asset managers expanding beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum, signifies a broader trend in institutional adoption of diverse digital assets.
#bitwise #near #etf #secfiling #nrrticker #nysearca #staking #cryptocurrency #investmentproduct #assetmanager
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-bitwise-near-etf-reveals-nrr-ticker-in-sec-filing-3611030348

2026-08-04 02:43:24 CEST

📰 South Africa set to roll out new crypto rules
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 10:14 UTC - Tapiwa Matthew Mutisi
The National Treasury and the South African Reserve Bank have officially released the draft Crypto Assets Manual for Cross-Border Activities.
➤ South Africa's National Treasury and Reserve Bank have released a draft Crypto Assets Manual for Cross-Border Activities, aiming to regulate digital asset flows.
➤ The manual focuses on eliminating regulatory arbitrage, countering illicit financial flows, and aligning inter-agency oversight, while treating all digital assets equally and excluding crypto as legal tender.
➤ Cross-border transactions are strictly limited to individuals using their existing allowances through authorized providers, with a public comment window open until September 30, 2026.
#southafrica #cryptoassetsmanual #crossborderactivities #nationaltreasury #southafricanreservebank #capitalflowmanagement #digitalassets #regulatoryarbitrage #illicitfinancialflows #singlediscretionaryallowance
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/innovation-village-south-africa-set-to-roll-out-new-crypto-rules-397538728

2026-08-04 01:07:08 CEST

📰 Uniswap Crypto Price Prediction: Can UNI Hit $100 as Wall Street Bets Big on DeFi?
🗓️ Aug 02 2026 11:52 UTC - Ingrid Wolf
Latest Uniswap crypto price prediction relies on BlackRock’s BUIDL fund now available on the blockchain. Can UNI hit $100 in 2026?
➤ BlackRock's BUIDL fund integration with UniswapX, allowing on-chain exchange between tokenized US Treasuries and USDC, has boosted credibility for Uniswap's potential to become a liquidity layer for RWAs.
➤ The activation of protocol fees and automatic UNI burns, coupled with the potential of Uniswap v4's customizable hooks, strengthens the tokenomics and long-term case for UNI.
➤ While a $100 price target for UNI in 2026 is considered unrealistic due to valuation and market conditions, a base case of $5.50-$9 and a bull case of $12-$20 are deemed more achievable.
#uniswap #blackrock #buidlfund #tokenizedtreasuries #defi #unitoken #protocolfees #uniburns #uniswapx #institutionaladoption
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/bitcoinfoundation-uniswap-crypto-price-prediction-can-uni-hit-100-as-wall-street-bets-big-on-de-fi-3641910711

2026-08-04 00:54:19 CEST

📰 Michael Saylor Posts ‘Bitcoin Drive Engaged,’ Highlights 200-Week Moving Average as Key Bitcoin Level
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 16:01 UTC - Ahmed Ishtiaque
Michael Saylor has drawn fresh attention to Bitcoin’s long-term technical structure after highlighting the cryptocurrency’s 200-week moving average and posting “Bitcoin Drive engaged” on X.
➤ Michael Saylor highlighted Bitcoin's 200-week moving average as a key long-term support level, noting it has historically held 92% of the time.
➤ MicroStrategy's significant Bitcoin treasury holdings and Saylor's "Bitcoin Drive engaged" post fueled speculation about renewed accumulation.
➤ The article discusses the technical significance of the 200-week MA for Bitcoin's price action and MicroStrategy's treasury strategy.
#bitcoin #michaelsaylor #200weekmovingaverage #microstrategy #treasury #btc #technicalanalysis #supportlevel #corporateholdings
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/bravenewcoin-michael-saylor-posts-bitcoin-drive-engaged-highlights-200-week-moving-average-as-key-bitcoin-level-3668945269

2026-08-04 00:53:27 CEST

📰 Enterprise Tokenization: Expanding Beyond Real Estate And Manufacturing
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 06:02 UTC - Purva Wankhade
Enterprise Tokenization is transforming industries beyond finance by enabling secure, transparent, and efficient management of real-world assets across real estate, manufacturing, and global supply chains.
➤ Enterprise Tokenization is expanding beyond finance into sectors like real estate, manufacturing, and supply chains, focusing on secure and efficient asset management.
➤ Businesses are leveraging tokenization to unlock measurable value through improved efficiency, automation, and digital trust, integrating it into core enterprise infrastructure.
➤ The trend is supported by advancements in AI, cloud-native platforms, and evolving regulatory frameworks, positioning tokenization as a foundational capability for modern organizations.
#enterprisetokenization #realestate #manufacturing #supplychainmanagement #digitalassets #blockchaintechnology #businessvalue #dataintegrity #artificialintelligence #esgreporting
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/itmunch-enterprise-tokenization-expanding-beyond-real-estate-and-manufacturing-1325757312

2026-08-04 00:38:46 CEST

📰 South Africa Unveils New Regulatory Framework for Cross-Border Cryptocurrency Transactions
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 16:05 UTC
South Africa introduces draft crypto regulations requiring authorized providers and central bank reporting for all cross-border digital asset transfers. The post South Africa Unveils New Regulatory Framework for Cross-Border Cryptocurrency Transactions appeared first on Blockonom...
➤ South Africa has introduced a draft regulatory framework for cross-border cryptocurrency transactions, requiring authorized providers and central bank reporting.
➤ The new rules mandate that all international digital asset transfers, including those to foreign exchanges or self-custody wallets, must be reported.
➤ This initiative aims to enhance transparency and align with global standards for financial crime prevention and cross-border financial transparency.
#southafrica #cryptocurrency #crossbordertransactions #regulatoryframework #authorizedproviders #reportingobligations #capitalflowmanagement #reservebank #financialsurveillance #digitalassets
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-south-africa-unveils-new-regulatory-framework-for-cross-border-cryptocurrency-transactions-3447028858

2026-08-03 23:17:15 CEST

📰 RippleX Reveals XRPL 3.3.0 Upgrade With Privacy Features and Institutional
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 14:28 UTC - Victoria Hale
RippleX has announced that the upcoming XRPL 3.3.0 upgrade will introduce new features including zero-knowledge privacy technology for tokenized asset
➤ RippleX is releasing XRPL 3.3.0, introducing zero-knowledge privacy for tokenized assets, atomic batch settlement, and role-based access controls to attract institutional users.
➤ This upgrade aims to position the XRP Ledger as a key infrastructure for real-world asset tokenization and enterprise blockchain solutions by addressing institutional needs for privacy and compliance.
➤ The development signifies a broader trend of blockchain networks evolving to meet the complex requirements of traditional finance, enhancing XRPL's appeal for professional financial applications.
#xrpl330 #ripple #tokenizedassets #zeroknowledgeprivacy #institutionaladoption #atomicbatchsettlement #rolebasedaccesscontrols #xrpledger #blockchaininfrastructure #financialapplications
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/hokanews-ripple-x-reveals-xrpl-3-3-0-upgrade-with-privacy-features-and-institutional-2692749535

2026-08-03 23:01:29 CEST

📰 Latest Blockchain News, BSV Insights, and AI Web3 Trends from CoinGeek
🗓️ Oct 10 2025 11:00 UTC - Steven Stradbrooke
Senate Dems' proposed crypto rules stir backlash across the industry, as regulators battle over prediction markets and Congress struggles to reach a deal.
#rfia #defi #stablecoin #coinbase #polymarket #usdc #roughridercoin #senatedemocrats #jackdorsey #solana
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coingeek-latest-blockchain-news-bsv-insights-and-ai-web-3-trends-from-coin-geek-3990938814

2026-08-03 22:37:22 CEST

📰 Livret A, électricité, fiscalité crypto : les réformes de l'été 2026 qui embrase votre portefeuille
🗓️ Aug 03 2026 13:00 UTC - Magali
Livret A, électricité, fiscalité crypto : les réformes que Bercy fait passer en plein été 2026, pendant que 58 millions de Français sont ailleurs.
➤ France is implementing significant regulatory changes in summer 2026, including adjustments to the Livret A savings rate and electricity prices.
➤ The crypto sector is notably affected by the end of the MiCA regulation's transitional period and the ratification of the OECD's CARF agreement for international tax information exchange.
➤ A proposed law aims to align crypto taxation with that of stocks, highlighting ongoing efforts to regulate and integrate digital assets within the French financial landscape.
#livreta #fiscalitecrypto #electricite #reglementationcrypto #mica #carf #ocde #amf #france #ete2026
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/journalducoin-livret-a-electricite-fiscalite-crypto-les-reformes-de-lete-2026-qui-embrase-votre-portefeuille-3351697263

2026-08-03 06:50:14 CEST

📰 Tokens and Stablecoins: the Plan to Strengthen Europe's Digital Finance
🗓️ Aug 01 2026 07:39 UTC - Alfonso Bianchi
➤ The European Parliament is advocating for measures to enhance Europe's digital finance competitiveness and reduce reliance on foreign infrastructure.
➤ Key priorities include promoting tokenized financial instruments, supporting euro-denominated stablecoins, and developing the digital euro, all within a harmonized regulatory environment like MiCA.
➤ The resolution also addresses risks such as AML/CFT circumvention and dependence on non-EU technology providers, emphasizing the need for stronger oversight and European-centric solutions.
#europeanparliament #digitalfinance #tokenisation #stablecoins #mica #digitaleuro #competitiveness #regulatoryframework #eurodenominatedstablecoins #financialmarkets
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/today-tokens-and-stablecoins-the-plan-to-strengthen-europes-digital-finance-2310514822

2026-08-03 06:48:03 CEST

📰 There’s A New Benchmark Index For Digital Assets—And Bitcoin’s Not In It
🗓️ Jul 22 2026 19:05 UTC - Full Bio
➤ S&P Dow Jones and Pantera Capital have launched a new digital asset benchmark index that excludes Bitcoin.
➤ The index focuses on tokens with real-world use and revenue-generating blockchains, aiming to highlight underrepresented assets.
➤ Top constituents include Ether, BNB, Solana, Tron, and Hyperliquid, reflecting traction on their respective blockchains.
#sppanteradigitalassetindex #bitcoin #digitalassets #revenuegeneratingblockchains #ether #bnb #solana #tron #hyperliquid #indexprovider
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/investopedia-theres-a-new-benchmark-index-for-digital-assets-and-bitcoins-not-in-it-3454540656

2026-08-03 05:57:13 CEST

📰 Cardano Price Surges 6%—Can Whale Accumulation Push ADA to $0.30?
🗓️ Aug 01 2026 11:59 UTC - Shubham Vishwakarma
Cardano price surged over 6% as whales accumulated 30 million ADA and RWA ecosystem expands. Can ADA break out and rally toward $0.30?
➤ Cardano's price surged over 6% driven by significant whale accumulation of ADA and the expansion of its tokenized real-world asset (RWA) ecosystem.
➤ The RWA ecosystem on Cardano has grown to $55.3 million, indicating increasing investor confidence and strengthening the blockchain's long-term investment narrative.
➤ Analysts are watching for a potential breakout towards $0.30, contingent on clearing resistance at $0.24-$0.25, with improving on-chain fundamentals and chart structure supporting a bullish outlook.
#cardano #ada #rwa #whaleaccumulation #tokenizedassets #blockchain #cryptocurrency #bullishsignals #supportzone #breakout
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinpedia-cardano-price-surges-6-can-whale-accumulation-push-ada-to-0-30-3714260000

2026-08-03 04:08:26 CEST

📰 How High Will XRP Price Go if the CLARITY Act Passes in 2026?
🗓️ Aug 02 2026 16:30 UTC - Anjali Belgaumkar
Analyst Jake Claver believes XRP is set up for a repricing event once the CLARITY Act crosses the finish line, and he's pointing to two past moves in
➤ Analyst Jake Claver predicts XRP could experience a significant price increase if the CLARITY Act passes in 2026, citing historical precedents and institutional backing.
➤ Major financial institutions like BlackRock, JPMorgan, Grayscale, and Goldman Sachs publicly support the bill, indicating a shift towards utility-driven digital assets rather than pure speculation.
➤ Despite strong institutional interest, the legislative process for the CLARITY Act still faces hurdles, including potential differences between House and Senate versions and the presidential signing period.
#xrp #clarityact #ripple #institutionaladoption #jakeclaver #blackrock #jpmorgan #grayscale #goldmansachs #stablecoin
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinpedia-how-high-will-xrp-price-go-if-the-clarity-act-passes-in-2026-939331105

2026-08-03 01:59:28 CEST

📰 BNB Chain sues ex-employee over $628K memecoin trade
🗓️ Aug 02 2026 11:52 UTC - Olivia Stephanie
BNB Chain is pursuing legal action after alleging a former employee used a tutorial wallet to launch ASTEROID and profit about $628,000.
➤ BNB Chain is suing a former employee for allegedly exploiting unauthorized access to a tutorial wallet's seed phrase to profit approximately $628,000 from a memecoin called ASTEROID.
➤ The former employee allegedly used the retained seed phrase to generate a new private key, acquire a significant portion of ASTEROID's supply, and then sell the tokens for profit.
➤ BNB Chain has distanced itself from the token, stating it was not affiliated or endorsed by the ecosystem, and is cooperating with authorities, though specific legal details remain undisclosed.
#bnbchain #memecoin #lawsuit #formeremployee #seedphrase #asteroid #lookonchain #tokenization #tutorialwallet #assetrecovery
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-bnb-chain-sues-ex-employee-over-628-k-memecoin-trade-842607053

2026-08-03 01:04:46 CEST

📰 Margie Feng at Rare Evo: Blockchain's Next Test Isn't TPS — It's the Real World
🗓️ Aug 01 2026 19:30 UTC - Ashley Slimmerts
At Rare Evo held in Las Vegas this week, Margie Feng, Head of Marketing at Solayer and Margin Trade, outlined why the next stage of digital asset adoption will depend less on marketing narratives and more on whether blockchain products can deliver experiences comparable to traditional financial services.
➤ Margie Feng of Solayer argues that blockchain adoption hinges on building familiar, user-friendly products that solve real problems, rather than focusing on decentralized technology itself.
➤ The focus is shifting from speculative crypto trading to tokenizing real-world assets like equities and treasuries, with improved infrastructure enabling institutional-grade applications.
➤ True success for tokenization requires deep liquidity and transparent trading venues, moving beyond just creating digital representations of assets.
#blockchain #tokenization #traditionalfinance #adoption #productproblem #solayer #margiefeng #rareevo #liquidity #infrastructure
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/techfinancials-margie-feng-at-rare-evo-blockchains-next-test-isnt-tps-its-the-real-world-1861955429

2026-08-03 01:03:56 CEST

📰 2026 On-chain RWA Mid-Year Report: The market value of tokenized stocks doubled in a year, but 90% of the rights are shells
🗓️ Aug 02 2026 03:56 UTC - Deep Tide TechFlow
By 2026, the market capitalization of onchain tokenized stocks is expected to double to $1.89 billion, but most lack genuine ownership rights. The report i...
➤ The market value of on-chain tokenized stocks has doubled to $1.89 billion, driven by a few key products and platforms.
➤ However, a significant portion (90%) of these tokens lack genuine ownership rights, highlighting a dichotomy between free circulation and legal validity.
➤ While regulated infrastructure is developing, challenges remain in liquidity, investor distribution, and independent price discovery, making the market fragmented and requiring cautious investor consideration.
#tokenizedstocks #onchainrwa #marketcapitalization #ownershiprights #distributedassets #regulatedinfrastructure #liquidity #ondo #xstocks #securitize
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/chaincatcher-2026-on-chain-rwa-mid-year-report-the-market-value-of-tokenized-stocks-doubled-in-a-year-but-90-of-the-rights-are-shells-3114281674

2026-08-03 00:33:40 CEST

📰 Buying a condo with a mortgage may soon get more complicated. Here's why
🗓️ Aug 01 2026 13:30 UTC - Sarah Agostino
New policies that apply to mortgages for condos take effect Aug. 3, and some experts are sounding the alarm that buyers may see delays or denials.
➤ New mortgage lending policies from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, effective August 3rd, will increase scrutiny on condo associations' finances, reserve funding, and maintenance.
➤ These changes, prompted by the Surfside condo collapse, aim to reduce risk but are expected to cause delays and potential denials for condo buyers.
➤ A new policy requiring condo associations to allocate at least 15% of their annual budget to reserve funds will also take effect in January, with industry groups requesting a delay.
#condomortgages #fanniemae #freddiemac #lendingpolicies #condoassociations #reservefunds #mortgageapprovals #specialassessments #surfsidecollapse #underwritingstandards
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cnbc-buying-a-condo-with-a-mortgage-may-soon-get-more-complicated-heres-why-2020791554

2026-08-01 13:15:12 CEST

📰 RWA Market Surpasses $36 Billion as Tokenization Gains Institutional Momentum
🗓️ Aug 01 2026 07:15 UTC
Tokenization has evolved from an experimental blockchain application into one of the fastest-growing segments of digital finance. By converting ownership rights
➤ Tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) has surpassed $36 billion, driven by increasing institutional adoption and the pursuit of operational efficiencies in capital markets.
➤ Despite significant growth, tokenized assets represent a small fraction of global financial markets, indicating a long-term infrastructure transformation rather than a short-term trend.
➤ Ethereum leads as the primary blockchain for tokenized assets and stablecoin settlement, supported by oracle networks like Chainlink, with projections indicating a future trillion-dollar market.
#tokenization #realworldassets #rwa #institutionaladoption #blockchaininfrastructure #treasuryproducts #stablecoins #oraclenetworks #marketsize #financialmarkets
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/kucoin-rwa-market-surpasses-36-billion-as-tokenization-gains-institutional-momentum-3632670115

2026-08-01 13:13:20 CEST

📰 Strategy Could Liquidate Up to $5B in Bitcoin Under Capital Management Framework, Analysis Shows
🗓️ Aug 01 2026 04:05 UTC
BitcoinWorld Strategy Could Liquidate Up to $5B in Bitcoin Under Capital Management Framework, Analysis Shows A recent analysis by Bitcoin World, citing data from Investing.com, suggests that Strategy—formerly MicroStrategy—could theoretically liquidate as much as $5 billion wort...
➤ Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) could potentially liquidate up to $5 billion in Bitcoin to fund corporate obligations like reserves, dividends, and share buybacks.
➤ The company has already sold a smaller amount of Bitcoin this year to cover preferred stock dividends, highlighting its use of Bitcoin as a flexible financial tool.
➤ This potential liquidation scenario underscores the evolving role of Bitcoin in corporate treasury management and could influence market sentiment and liquidity.
#strategy #bitcoin #corporatefinance #capitalmanagement #liquidation #dividends #sharebuybacks #treasurystrategy #institutionaladoption
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-strategy-could-liquidate-up-to-5-b-in-bitcoin-under-capital-management-framework-analysis-shows-173073963

2026-08-01 13:11:15 CEST

📰 BIS Says Project Agorá Completes Real-Value Testing for Tokenized Cross-Border Payments - Crypto Economy
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 15:41 UTC - Nicholet R.
Project Agorá settles $1M across six currencies using tokenized reserves and bank deposits, marking a real-value cross-border payments milestone.
➤ Project Agorá, a BIS initiative, successfully conducted real-value testing for tokenized wholesale cross-border payments, settling $1 million across six currencies.
➤ The trials involved 28 financial institutions and central banks, utilizing tokenized central bank reserves and commercial bank deposits, with average settlement times of approximately 80 seconds.
➤ This milestone moves beyond simulated transactions to demonstrate the potential of tokenized bank liabilities for scalable, real-value international settlement, though further testing is needed for production environments.
#projectagora #bis #tokenizedpayments #crossbordersettlement #centralbankreserves #commercialbankdeposits #wholesalepayments #multicurrency #atomicsettlement #financialinstitutions
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-economy-bis-says-project-agora-completes-real-value-testing-for-tokenized-cross-border-payments-crypto-economy-1157723502

2026-08-01 13:03:21 CEST

📰 RWA Perpetuals Reach 99.2% of Bitcoin Volume Across Hyperliquid and Binance - Crypto Economy
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 14:46 UTC - Nicholet R.
RWA perpetuals reached 99.2% of Bitcoin volume on Hyperliquid and Binance as tokenized equities led a rapidly expanding derivatives segment.
➤ RWA perpetuals are nearing Bitcoin's trading volume on platforms like Hyperliquid and Binance, driven by tokenized equities.
➤ Tokenized traditional assets have seen significant growth, with bStocks reaching $500M AUM.
➤ This indicates a rapid expansion in the crypto derivatives segment, particularly with tokenized equities and commodities.
#rwaperpetuals #bitcoinvolume #hyperliquid #binance #tokenizedequities #derivatives #aum #tradfi
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-economy-rwa-perpetuals-reach-99-2-of-bitcoin-volume-across-hyperliquid-and-binance-crypto-economy-2788477207

2026-08-01 12:48:53 CEST

📰 What Bank of New York Mellon (BNY)'s On‑Chain Transfer Agency Launch Means For Shareholders
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 21:24 UTC - Simply Wall St
Earlier this week, BNY launched its Digital Transfer Agency capabilities, extending its fund servicing platform to support blockchain-native and traditional funds across multiple jurisdictions with on-chain recordkeeping and fiat or stablecoin transactions.
The move positions BNY at the center of tokenized fund infrastructure, underpinning offerings like Baillie Gifford’s BAGEY, BLIQUID and BlackRock’s planned BSTBL share class.
We’ll now examine how BNY’s on-chain transfer agency and...
➤ BNY Mellon has launched its Digital Transfer Agency capabilities, supporting both blockchain-native and traditional funds with on-chain recordkeeping and stablecoin transactions.
➤ This move positions BNY Mellon as a key player in tokenized fund infrastructure, underpinning offerings from major asset managers like BlackRock and Baillie Gifford.
➤ The launch is seen as a near-term catalyst for BNY Mellon's digital asset ambitions, though risks related to technology execution and market conditions remain.
#bnymellon #digitaltransferagency #tokenizedfunds #blockchain #stablecoin #recordkeeping #fundservicing #blackrock #bailliegifford #institutionaladoption
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/simplywall-what-bank-of-new-york-mellon-bny-s-on-chain-transfer-agency-launch-means-for-shareholders-1099174703

2026-08-01 12:11:47 CEST

📰 Why XRP Could Rally In 2026: 5 Bullish Signals Investors Are Watching
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 21:00 UTC - Sam Ralph
If you've been watching XRP since its August 2025 peak, the price action has likely been frustrating. Like many XRP investors or those looking to invest
➤ The article outlines five bullish signals for XRP in 2026, including the impact of spot XRP ETFs attracting significant institutional inflows and tightening supply.
➤ It highlights the growing use of the XRP Ledger for real-world activities like tokenizing credit products and the expansion of Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin ecosystem.
➤ Increased regulatory clarity following the SEC dispute, coupled with improved institutional trading infrastructure (futures, custody), provides a stronger foundation for XRP's potential rally.
#xrp #spotetfs #ripple #xrpledger #institutionaldemand #regulatoryclarity #tokenizedassets #rlusd #cmefutures #enterprisepayments
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/investinghaven-why-xrp-could-rally-in-2026-5-bullish-signals-investors-are-watching-4108389545

2026-08-01 12:08:00 CEST

📰 Ondo Finance weighs $500M deal as RWA market hits $36B
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 21:51 UTC - Andrew Folkler
Ondo Finance explores a $500 million acquisition after clearing its SEC probe, securing FINRA authorization, and tokenizing BlackRock's IVV ETF onchain.
➤ Ondo Finance is exploring a $250M-$500M acquisition after successfully navigating SEC probes and securing FINRA authorization, positioning itself for expansion into wealthtech.
➤ The company has tokenized BlackRock's IVV ETF and seen significant growth in the RWA market, which now exceeds $36 billion, with tokenized US Treasuries reaching $12.88 billion.
➤ Ondo's strategic pivot to Ondo Network, focusing on regulatory infrastructure and institutional relationships, aims to leverage its partnerships and expand its service offerings beyond tokenization.
#ondofinance #rwamarket #secprobe #finraauthorization #blackrockivvetf #tokenizedtreasuries #acquisition #dtcc #ondonetwork #institutionalpartnerships
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-ondo-finance-weighs-500-m-deal-as-rwa-market-hits-36-b-3980711952

2026-08-01 11:43:08 CEST

📰 NEAR Protocol introduces Staking Pay: stake NEAR tokens to cover AI inference costs
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 08:15 UTC
BitcoinWorld NEAR Protocol introduces Staking Pay: stake NEAR tokens to cover AI inference costs NEAR Protocol has unveiled “Staking Pay,” a new feature that enables users to stake NEAR tokens to pay for privacy-preserving AI inference and AI agent usage, eliminating the need for...
➤ NEAR Protocol has launched 'Staking Pay,' allowing users to stake NEAR tokens to cover costs for AI inference and AI agent usage, bypassing traditional payment methods.
➤ This feature integrates blockchain staking with AI services, aiming to incentivize token holding and provide a crypto-native payment solution for decentralized applications.
➤ While promising for the crypto-AI intersection, its success hinges on NEAR's token stability, staking yields, and evolving regulatory clarity.
#nearprotocol #stakingpay #aiinference #aiagents #blockchain #cryptonativepayments #decentralizedapplications #stakingrewards #privacypreservingai
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-near-protocol-introduces-staking-pay-stake-near-tokens-to-cover-ai-inference-costs-1034831124

2026-08-01 11:34:07 CEST

📰 AI tokens lose steam as speculative frenzy fades
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 06:35 UTC - Mikaia ANDRIAMAHAZOARIMANANA
AI crypto tokens are cooling down as capital moves toward RWA, stablecoins, and Bitcoin.
➤ AI crypto tokens are experiencing a downturn with low returns in July, indicating a shift in investor interest away from speculative AI projects.
➤ Institutional capital is increasingly flowing towards Real-World Assets (RWAs), stablecoins, and Bitcoin, driven by established players like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton.
➤ The advent of more powerful and cost-effective GPUs like Nvidia Blackwell is expected to further depress AI token prices, while AI agents and payment infrastructures represent a more promising, albeit nascent, area of innovation.
#aitokens #rwa #stablecoins #bitcoin #nvidiablackwell #institutionalcapital #blackrock #franklintempleton #ondo #aiagents
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cointribune-ai-tokens-lose-steam-as-speculative-frenzy-fades-3780636334

2026-08-01 10:36:50 CEST

📰 Uniswap Expands Beyond Trading With the Launch of Earn Built on Morpho - Crypto Economy
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 18:32 UTC - F. Bustos
Uniswap expands its DeFi ecosystem with the launch of Earn alongside Morpho to generate yield from idle crypto assets.
➤ Uniswap has launched 'Earn', a new lending feature integrated into its platform, powered by Morpho's infrastructure.
➤ This feature allows users to generate yield on idle USDC, USDT, and ETH by lending them to borrowers through Morpho's decentralized markets, while retaining full custody.
➤ The integration signifies a move towards more comprehensive on-chain financial platforms, combining trading and lending within a single interface and reflecting growing institutional confidence in DeFi lending protocols.
#uniswap #morpho #defi #lending #yieldgeneration #usdc #usdt #eth #onchain #decentralizedexchange
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-economy-uniswap-expands-beyond-trading-with-the-launch-of-earn-built-on-morpho-crypto-economy-417234519

2026-08-01 10:33:54 CEST

📰 Stonk Broker NFTs on Robinhood Poised to Overtake Pudgy Penguins as Robinhood Delivers Record Earnings - Tekedia
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 10:08 UTC - Paul Ugbede Godwin
Robinhood has once again captured the attention of both traditional finance and the crypto industry after reporting what CEO Vlad Tenev described as the company’s best quarter ever. The online brokerage posted net income of $573 million on $1.31 billion in revenue, demonstrating the strength of its expanding financial ecosystem despite broader market volatility. Robinhood […]
➤ Robinhood reported record earnings and is expanding its financial platform to include crypto, blockchain infrastructure, and prediction markets, with upcoming 'Stonk Broker NFTs' potentially rivaling established collections.
➤ Despite strong growth in tokenized gold, analysis shows a significant underutilization of these assets as collateral in DeFi lending protocols like Aave and Morpho, with only a small percentage actively generating yield.
➤ The article highlights the potential for tokenized gold to unlock billions in dormant capital within DeFi, but adoption is hindered by investor preference for passive holding, lower speculative appeal compared to crypto, and infrastructure challenges.
#robinhood #stonkbrokernfts #pudgypenguins #tokenizedgold #aave #morpho #redstone #xaut #paxg #defi
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/tekedia-stonk-broker-nf-ts-on-robinhood-poised-to-overtake-pudgy-penguins-as-robinhood-delivers-record-earnings-tekedia-1357690732

2026-08-01 09:54:08 CEST

📰 BIS Tests Near-Instant Cross-Border Payments With Real Money
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 14:43 UTC - Kelly Cromley
The Bank for International Settlements, or BIS, has completed a real-value test under Project Agorá that demonstrated how tokenized bank money could support near-instant cross-border settlements while reducing the risk that one party completes a payment without receiving the corresponding funds.
➤ The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) successfully conducted a real-value test (Project Agorá) demonstrating near-instant cross-border settlements using tokenized bank money.
➤ The test involved 28 financial institutions and central banks, moving CHF 800,000 across six currencies with an average settlement time of 80 seconds, showcasing atomic settlement to reduce counterparty risk.
➤ While the prototype proved effective, significant challenges remain in integrating with live banking systems, legal frameworks, and governance for large-scale deployment.
#bis #projectagora #tokenizedbankmoney #crossborderpayments #atomicsettlement #centralbanks #financialinstitutions #realvaluetest #iso20022 #rtgs
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cointrust-bis-tests-near-instant-cross-border-payments-with-real-money-1652731072

2026-08-01 09:52:53 CEST

📰 MiCA Delistings Shift Stablecoin Trading Toward USDC
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 18:15 UTC
MiCA stablecoin rules push EU exchanges to limit USDT, steering flows into USDC and EURC. Practical steps, platform compares, and risk checks for 2026.
➤ MiCA regulations are forcing European exchanges to shift stablecoin trading away from USDT towards USDC and EURC, impacting liquidity and pricing.
➤ Circle's EU e-money license for USDC is a key driver, enabling exchanges to promote it and build fiat rails, while USDT is often labeled 'unauthorized' for EEA users.
➤ Traders and businesses operating in the EEA must adapt their treasury mix, settlement instructions, and routing strategies to comply with new stablecoin rules and avoid operational risks.
#mica #usdc #usdt #eurc #stablecoin #eea #liquidity #trading #compliance #circle
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-mi-ca-delistings-shift-stablecoin-trading-toward-usdc-3259022329

2026-08-01 09:52:13 CEST

📰 Bybit Clears Six xStocks as Collateral for Margin, Loans
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 12:00 UTC - Kelvin Scott
Bybit approved six xStock tokens as collateral for margin trading, crypto loans and institutional loans, four weeks after Kraken cleared the same assets.
➤ Bybit has approved six tokenized US equities (xStocks) as collateral for margin trading, crypto loans, and institutional loans, following a similar move by Kraken.
➤ These xStocks represent popular publicly traded equities like Nvidia, Tesla, and Apple, aiming to bridge traditional finance with crypto infrastructure.
➤ The move allows holders to utilize their tokenized equity positions for borrowing, increasing flexibility and potentially improving asset retention within the Bybit platform.
#bybit #xstocks #tokenizedequities #collateral #margintrading #cryptoloans #institutionalloans #kraken #backedfinance #usequities
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinlaw-bybit-clears-six-x-stocks-as-collateral-for-margin-loans-1760056497

2026-08-01 09:04:46 CEST

📰 India’s ITR Season Creates a New Cyber Risk as Crypto Profits Meet Refund Scams
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 20:17 UTC - CryptoNews
India’s tax-filing rush is colliding with its expanding cryptocurrency market, creating a timely opening for phishing gangs. As taxpayers reconcile exchange records, wallet transfers,
➤ India's tax season presents a heightened cyber risk as crypto profits are targeted by phishing scams, exploiting the complexity of reconciling digital asset transactions for tax filings.
➤ Scammers impersonate government entities, offering fake refunds and demanding sensitive information via malicious links or cloned portals, leading to credential theft and financial fraud.
➤ Taxpayers are urged to exercise extreme caution, verify all communications through official channels, and never share private keys or sensitive financial data to protect themselves from these evolving threats.
#indiaitrs #cryptoprofits #phishingscams #taxrefunds #cyberrisk #coindcx #virtualdigitalassets #schedulevda #cybercrime #identityverification
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptonews-indias-itr-season-creates-a-new-cyber-risk-as-crypto-profits-meet-refund-scams-2432479224

2026-08-01 08:46:40 CEST

📰 Binance Expands Tokenized Securities Platform as bStocks Reaches $500M AUM
🗓️ Jul 31 2026 11:04 UTC - Jennifer Onyeagoro
The milestone reflects growing demand for tokenized market access as more users explore traditional financial markets through Binance.
➤ Binance's bStocks platform has surpassed $500 million in AUM, indicating strong demand for tokenized securities.
➤ The platform is attracting a crypto-native audience, particularly Gen Z, who are using tokenized stocks as their entry into traditional finance.
➤ bStocks offers 24/7 market access and has expanded its listings significantly, demonstrating growth and user engagement beyond traditional market hours.
#binance #bstocks #tokenizedsecurities #aum #genz #traditionalfinance #equities #etf #apple #amazon
🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/techafricanews-binance-expands-tokenized-securities-platform-as-b-stocks-reaches-500-m-aum-1374449004