Category: crypto

Major global banks, including Goldman Sachs and Bank of America, are forming a consortium to explore launching stablecoins. The stablecoin would be a 1:1 reserve-backed digital asset available on public blockchains, focusing on G7 countries. Other banks are also looking into stablecoins amid positive regulatory changes and potential for growth.

Dominari and Hemi have partnered to develop regulated infrastructure, aiming to make the HEMI token a valuable tool for corporate treasuries interested in programmable, yield-bearing crypto assets. Dominari, with recent NYSE approval for leading IPOs, is making a significant impact in the world of crypto finance and institutional investments.

Norwegian authorities are investigating potential insider trading on Polymarket related to the Nobel Peace Prize. Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the prize. Unusual betting activity favored Machado as the winner before the announcement. Odds of her winning soared to 70% within hours, prompting suspicions of insider activity.

President Trump announced a significant increase in tariffs on Chinese imports after Beijing restricted exports of rare-earth materials. This news sparked fears of a renewed trade war, causing a sell-off in the markets. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana prices dropped, along with crypto-related stocks. Regulatory delays and the U.S. government shutdown added to market uncertainty.

Solana price broke its higher-low structure on the daily chart, falling from $253 to $190 before bouncing back. While short-term momentum is weak, the medium-term outlook is positive as the price remains above the 20-day SMA and in an ascending channel. A cup-and-handle pattern on the monthly chart suggests a potential breakout towards a $425…

Luxembourg’s Intergenerational Sovereign Wealth Fund has invested 1% of its holdings in Bitcoin ETFs, making it the first state-level fund in Europe to do so. This marks a shift in attitude towards crypto, as Luxembourg previously classified crypto firms as high-risk for money laundering. The fund’s new investment policy allows for up to 15% allocation…

U.S. Bitcoin treasury firms hold nearly 1 million BTC, valued at $115 billion, with Strategy Inc. leading the way. Corporate and institutional accumulation of Bitcoin continues to drive market strength, with companies doubling their holdings in recent years. This trend is not limited to the U.S., as firms globally are increasing their Bitcoin exposure.

XRP ETF approvals are highly anticipated, with potential delays due to the government shutdown. Key catalysts for a potential XRP price increase include corporate treasury holdings surpassing $11.5 billion, Ripple’s strategic partnerships, and technical indicators suggesting a rally of up to 37%. Uncertainty remains until the SEC resumes activity.

Two Prime reported $827 million in Bitcoin-backed loans for Q3 2025, pushing its total issuance beyond $2.55 billion since launch. The surge in institutional demand for crypto-collateralized credit reflects a broader industry trend, with Coinbase’s Bitcoin-backed lending platform also experiencing significant growth. Bitcoin-backed loans allow institutions to access liquidity without selling their holdings.

Algorand price is in a downtrend, with a potential double-bottom forming at $0.20. A breakout above $0.23 could lead to a move toward $0.26-$0.27. Analyst Michaël van de Poppe predicts a broader rally if the price breaks above the 20-week MA, potentially reaching $1.