The cryptocurrency industry is experiencing heightened scrutiny over privacy protections, driven by recent legal actions against developers of privacy tools and a surge in interest for anonymous transactions. As regulators balance innovation with oversight, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a roundtable to discuss these issues. Renewed Focus on Privacy in Cryptocurrency…
In an era where event-based betting platforms are reshaping financial speculation, what factors are propelling prediction markets to unicorn status and beyond? The Expansion of Kalshi in the Prediction Market Landscape Kalshi, a U.S.-regulated prediction market platform, has secured a landmark $1 billion funding round, elevating its post-money valuation to $11 billion. This infusion, announced…
In the volatile world of cryptocurrency markets, a single day’s redemption wave can reshape investor sentiment overnight. As bitcoin prices hovered around $90,000 amid broader economic uncertainties, spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. witnessed a sharp reversal, with nearly $1 billion in assets flowing out—highlighting the growing pains of institutional adoption in digital…
In the marbled halls of the U.S. Senate, a key figure in the crypto regulatory landscape faced probing questions on the future of decentralized finance, highlighting the growing intersection of innovation and oversight in digital markets. Selig's Nomination and Views on Crypto Oversight Michael Selig, currently chief counsel for the crypto task force at the…
Bridging Stablecoins and Local Payments in Emerging Markets In a region where economic volatility often drives interest in digital assets, a Brazilian user holding Tether (USDT) could now convert and spend it instantly at a local store via Brazil’s PIX system, mirroring everyday fiat transactions without the friction of traditional exchanges. Minipay, a cryptocurrency payment…
Ark Invest's Contrarian Bet on Crypto Amid Volatility In a market where crypto-related stocks have shed significant value overnight, one prominent investor is leaning in rather than pulling back. As Bitcoin dipped below $90,000 and broader equities wavered, Ark Invest, the exchange-traded fund manager known for its aggressive tech and innovation plays, disclosed fresh purchases…
The stablecoin market has reached a total capitalization of $303.44 billion as of November 2025, reflecting a nearly $100 billion increase since the start of the year, driven by growing adoption in decentralized finance ecosystems. Expanding Stablecoin Accessibility in DeFi Paxos Labs announced the launch of USDG0 on November 19, 2025, positioning it as an…
Imagine a freelancer in London needing to pay a supplier in Spain—traditional bank wires could take days and incur hefty fees, but what if stablecoins could settle the transaction in seconds at minimal cost? This scenario is becoming reality for users of the fintech platform Revolut, which has recently integrated the Polygon network to streamline…
Record Outflows Highlight Shifting Investor Sentiment in Crypto Markets BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), the largest spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund by assets under management, recorded outflows of $523 million on November 18, 2025, marking the highest single-day redemption for any U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF to date. This development comes amid broader market fluctuations, with Bitcoin’s…
In the fast-evolving world of decentralized finance, where seamless cross-chain transactions can make or break liquidity flows, Paxos Labs has unveiled a new tool aimed at bridging regulated stablecoins with diverse blockchain ecosystems. This launch comes at a time when developers and users seek frictionless ways to move dollar-backed assets without the complexities of traditional…
