Threshold has unveiled a major upgrade to its tBTC bridge, enabling institutions to onboard Bitcoin into DeFi with greater ease and efficiency.
Amid escalating pressures in the $12 trillion short-term funding market, institutions are urging the Federal Reserve to take decisive action. Potential measures include increased lending or direct asset purchases to alleviate strains on the banking system.
Spot gold experiences a rise fueled by expectations of increased US debt and potential Fed rate cuts. This article analyzes the influencing factors and expert opinions in the gold market.
Bitcoin faces increasing challenges as institutional investor interest wanes, threatening to undermine its previous gains. Decreased ETF inflows and the departure of major investors weaken the cryptocurrency's financial support.
This article reveals the reasons behind the failure of investor bets on a rising yen, explaining how the strength of the US economy and central bank stances led to significant losses.
The IEA warns that US sanctions on Russia pose significant downside risks to Russian oil production but awaits implementation details before providing specific estimates. The agency examines Russia's adaptability and the resilience of its oil supplies.
Amid mounting pressure over rising living costs, the US administration is hinting at potential reductions in tariffs on essential grocery items. This comes in the wake of unexpected electoral losses and growing concerns about the impact of tariffs on middle- and low-income households.
After 230 years of circulation, the United States ceases production of the one-cent coin. This is due to escalating production costs and the increasing use of digital payments.
The Thai-Cambodian border experiences a dangerous escalation following the collapse of a ceasefire agreement championed by former US President Donald Trump. A civilian death further jeopardizes the already tenuous peace.
Collins emphasizes the need for caution regarding further rate cuts due to stubbornly high inflation and potential risks to the labor market, especially given the lack of reliable economic data.
MoonPay's stablecoin initiative covers issuance, on/off ramps, swaps, and payments, positioning it as a key player in the stablecoin infrastructure space.
Block is set to integrate stablecoins into Cash App, marking a significant step towards wider adoption of digital currencies in everyday payments.
The Canary Capital XRP ETF (XRPC) launched with impressive momentum, exceeding $46 million in its first day of trading. However, XRP's price dipped slightly post-launch. Analysts anticipate future price gains for XRP fueled by the ETF.
With the US government shutdown resolved, employees of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are poised to resume their duties, potentially impacting the review of ETF applications and regulatory processes.
The multi-year deal between Polymarket and TKO Group Holdings aims to integrate fan sentiment and real-time predictions into live UFC events, enhancing viewer participation.
According to Mark Fairless, the UK needs to regulate and encourage the development of British pound stablecoins to maintain its global competitiveness in the financial services sector. He argues this is essential for real-time international payments.
BNY Mellon invests in the future of stablecoins with a new fund designed to meet reserve requirements for stablecoin issuers under the US GENIUS Act.
21Shares has launched two cryptocurrency index exchange-traded funds (ETFs) regulated under the Investment Company Act of 1940, a structure that aims to boost investor confidence by subjecting the products to stringent disclosure and governance rules akin to traditional US investment funds.
Grayscale Investments is pursuing an IPO in the U.S., aiming to list its shares on the NYSE. This endeavor faces regulatory hurdles and market volatility.
The United States has ceased minting pennies due to excessive costs. Conversely, Bitcoin is gaining relevance as a store of value amid the erosion of fiat currency value.