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In brief Asian session’s 46% cumulative returns over the past year tower over the U.S. 31% and the EU’s 29%. While the Asian session may temporarily knock back U.S. and EU institutions, it won’t be enough to kickstart the second half of the bull run. Liquidity, leverage, and macroeconomic conditions will determine how long this…
In brief Researchers found that the Unitree G1 robot sends audio, video, and spatial data without notifying users. Proprietary encryption uses hardcoded keys, allowing offline data decryption. The report warned that the robot could potentially be used in covert surveillance or cyberattacks. In the escalating humanoid robotics race, the spotlight usually falls on Tesla’s Optimus…
In brief The U.S. and UK formed a joint task force to align crypto rules and ease cross-border capital flows. The group, led by both nations’ treasury departments, is set to deliver policy recommendations by March 2026. Experts say the plan could boost global adoption of tokenized securities, stablecoins, and other digital assets. The United…
In brief Metaplanet acquired 5,419 BTC for $632.53 million, at an average price of $116,724 per coin. Total holdings now stand at 25,555 BTC, valued at approximately $2.91 billion. The purchase pushes the company to 5th place globally among corporate Bitcoin holders. Metaplanet has vaulted into the top five publicly listed Bitcoin holders worldwide, announcing…
In brief Arc is a blockchain built by USDC issuer Circle for stablecoin-focused applications. It uses USDC for gas, features a built-in FX engine, and enables opt-in privacy. Public testnet is expected later this year, with a mainnet beta planned for 2026. Circle, the company behind the USDC stablecoin, has launched a new blockchain platform…
In brief Publicly traded firm Caliber has acquired $6.7 million worth of LINK as it builds out its Chainlink treasury. The firm intends to do more than accumulate LINK though, it will also integrate the Chainlink network into its daily business. Its next step is hiring the right fit with a history in real estate…
In brief A 12-foot gold statue of Trump holding a Bitcoin was unveiled outside the U.S. Capitol on the day the Fed cut interest rates by a quarter-point. Funded by a group of meme coin creators, the installation is meant to provoke a conversation about government currency and digital financial innovation. Reactions are split: supporters…
In brief Coinbase unveiled a lending product this week offering “competitive yields.” DeFi lender Morpho is currently subsidizing those rates. A Coinbase employee acknowledged that it’s a marketing tactic. A lending product unveiled by Coinbase that offers up to 10.8% returns on USDC deposits is receiving a temporary boost from DeFi lender Morpho.On X, Coinbase…
We’re excited to announce the next major step in the growth of xStocks — the industry’s gold standard for tokenized equities. In partnership with Backed, Kraken is collaborating with Trust Wallet to integrate xStocks directly into one of the most widely used self-custody crypto wallets, bringing interoperable tokenized equities to over 200 million users across…
In brief Bank of Canada Deputy Governor Ron Morrow called for federal stablecoin regulation while highlighting Canada’s lagging payments modernization compared to the U.S. and UK. Canadian remittance costs are “significantly higher” than other developed nations, creating opportunities for stablecoin adoption to reduce cross-border payment fees. Stablecoins could cut remittance fees to “less than 1…
