CRYPTO
Mastercard Granted New York BitLicense for Crypto Expansion
Mastercard secures a coveted New York BitLicense, advancing its stablecoin and tokenized payments infrastructure in a heavily regulated market.
39% of US Merchants Accept Crypto as Casino Deposits Evolve
Crypto payments are no longer a side note in digital commerce. Users today are far more used to seeing the familiar symbols for the mainstream coins when they make payments, and this presents a challenge for entertainment providers: how do they retain clarity and ensure payment pages are as intuitive as possible while offering plenty of choice?
Tokenized RWAs Hit $27.5B, DeFi Usage Lags at $1.7B
Tokenized real-world assets surge to $27.5B, but only $1.7B fuels DeFi activity, as treasuries dominate reserves and credit drives yield strategies.
HYPE (THYP) ETFs Post Record Inflows, Outpace Bitcoin and Ether
HYPE ETFs absorbed 1.04% of market cap in 10 days, outpacing Bitcoin and Ether ETFs. Record inflows drive HYPE's price to $61.35.
Sharplink, Gemini Among Crypto Names on Russell Index Lists
Crypto firms like Sharplink, Gemini, and Galaxy Digital could join Russell indexes, a move that may boost liquidity and institutional exposure.
Crypto Advocacy Group Rebuts Senator Warren on OCC Charters
The Digital Chamber defends crypto firms seeking OCC charters, countering Senator Warren's claims of regulatory evasion and conflicts of interest.
Crypto ETP Outflows Hit $1.47B as Bitcoin ETFs Dominate Losses
Crypto ETPs faced $1.47B in outflows, led by $1.3B from Bitcoin funds. Altcoins like XRP saw $31.8M in inflows, countering broader risk-off trends.
Binance Launches OMS Toolkit to Serve TradFi and Crypto Institutions
Binance unveils its OMS Toolkit, a first-of-its-kind integration solution for institutional trading tech providers, bridging crypto and traditional finance.
TrapDoor Malware Targets Crypto Dev Tools via npm, PyPI
TrapDoor malware exploits npm, PyPI, and Crates.io in a coordinated supply chain attack targeting crypto and AI developers.
Sreeram Kannan Explains AI and Crypto Synergy at EigenLabs
EigenLabs founder Sreeram Kannan connects AI and blockchain in an exploration of 'programmable institutions' powering autonomous agents.
Injective (INJ)Launches Policy Institute to Shape DeFi Regulation
Injective (INJ)debuts the Injective Policy Institute to influence U.S. regulatory frameworks for DeFi, onchain derivatives, and stablecoins.
Crypto Perpetual Trading Shifts: Perp DEXes Gain Ground in 2026
New CoinGecko report highlights the rise of Perp DEXes, falling CEX volumes, and evolving crypto derivatives trends in 2026.
Ex-Silvergate Exec Slams SEC Over Forced AML Settlement
Former Silvergate CRO Kate Fraher criticizes SEC's tactics in AML case after gag rule repeal, sheds light on crypto banking challenges.
Nansen Becomes Validator on Injective, Launches Full Analytics Suite
Nansen joins Injective (INJ)as a validator, securing the network while launching its analytics tools like Token God Mode and Wallet Profiler for traders.
SBI, Rakuten, Nomura to Launch Crypto Funds Amid Japan's Rule Shift
Major Japanese firms like SBI and Rakuten are developing crypto investment trusts as Japan reclassifies digital assets under securities law.