Category: crypto

Top Ethereum protocols, including Aave, Uniswap, and Lido, have launched the Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance to focus on global crypto policy. The initiative aims to push for pro-crypto regulation as crypto adoption increases. Retail investors are showing interest in decentralization, with growing support for clear rules in the emerging industry.

Chainlink is partnering with Dinari to bring the S&P Digital Markets 50 Index onchain, combining blockchain-focused U.S. equities and digital assets. This collaboration aims to set a new standard for hybrid financial products, with Chainlink’s decentralized oracle network providing real-time pricing data. The benchmark is set to launch in Q4 2025.

Ripple is testing its RLUSD stablecoin with Mastercard, WebBank, and Gemini for settling credit card transactions on the XRP Ledger. The pilot program aims to explore the use of blockchain technology to enhance traditional fiat payment processes. If successful, this would be one of the first instances of a regulated U.S. bank settling mainstream card…

CMT Digital has closed its fourth fund at $136 million to support crypto startups in infrastructure and DeFi despite a downturn in crypto venture funding. The firm leverages its trading heritage to identify promising projects. The fund aims to build blockchain-native infrastructure for global markets, with a focus on transformative ideas.

DeFi protocols are experiencing technical issues leading towards centralization, despite a golden age of decentralization. Syndicate’s Will Papper notes struggles in performance, with platforms like Uniswap V3 and Curve representing decentralized DeFi’s peak. Institutional capital is flowing into top assets, impacting the wider crypto ecosystem. Stablecoins play a key role in driving DeFi growth, but…

Tangem is launching Tangem Pay, allowing users to spend USDC with a virtual Visa card while keeping assets in self-custody. There are no fees, and privacy remains intact. The rollout begins in November in the U.S., LATAM, and APAC, with EU/UK planned for early 2026. Users control their private keys.

Chainlink and SBI Digital Markets are collaborating on tokenized finance. SBI Digital Markets will use Chainlink’s CCIP as its cross-chain infrastructure. The partnership enables tokenized real-world assets across public and private blockchains with privacy controls. This aligns with SBI Digital Markets’ goal of creating a digital asset hub for issuance and trading.

The UK is working on setting clear rules for stablecoins to align with global regulatory developments. The Bank of England will release a consultation on Nov. 10, focusing on stablecoins used for payments with temporary holding caps. The goal is to match the pace of U.S. regulations while managing financial stability risks.

Robinhood executives are evaluating the possibility of establishing a cryptocurrency-funded treasury, but are unsure if it would benefit shareholders. The company’s Q3 revenue increased by 97% year over year to $1.27 billion. Despite being a prominent crypto broker, Robinhood is hesitant to make a decision on this matter.

Ripple currently has no plans for an IPO despite the growing trend of crypto companies going public. The company’s President Monica Long cited strong financial position and rapid growth from stablecoin payments as reasons for focusing on private expansion. Ripple recently secured $500 million in funding and formed partnerships with major companies.