Digital Assets

Wintermute market update flags crypto OTC desk commentary
Digital Assets

Wintermute market update flags crypto OTC desk commentary

Wintermute published a 2 November 2026 market update from its OTC desk, with the note framed as informational commentary rather than investment advice.

HKMA expands Project Ensemble to 24/7 tokenised settlement
Digital Assets

HKMA expands Project Ensemble to 24/7 tokenised settlement

Hong Kong’s HKMA said Ensemble TX can now support 24/7 interbank settlement in tokenised central bank money, with more banks and pioneers involved.

Ripple (XRP) summary of BCG research says custody is becoming digital finance layer
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Ripple (XRP) summary of BCG research says custody is becoming digital finance layer

Ripple (XRP) says new BCG research finds institutional custody is shifting from safekeeping toward governance, interoperability and integration.

Algorand (ALGO) warns financial markets need post-quantum readiness
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Algorand (ALGO) warns financial markets need post-quantum readiness

Algorand (ALGO) says tokenization and digital asset infrastructure should account for quantum-risk exposure as post-quantum migration gains momentum.

Vietnam’s digital payments are mature; stablecoins may fit cross-border
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Vietnam’s digital payments are mature; stablecoins may fit cross-border

Circle said Vietnam’s domestic payment rails are advanced, while stablecoins may be most useful in cross-border settlement, liquidity and remittances.

Banks and fintechs have three ways to offer crypto
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Banks and fintechs have three ways to offer crypto

Paxos outlines three operating models for banks and fintechs offering digital assets: build in-house, stitch vendors or use one regulated partner.

Middle East Leads Digital Asset Adoption, Fireblocks Reports
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Middle East Leads Digital Asset Adoption, Fireblocks Reports

Fireblocks' 2026 survey shows Middle East tops global digital asset production with 28.3% in production, driven by regulation and competition.

Fireblocks Details EU-Only Data Controls for Financial Institutions
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Fireblocks Details EU-Only Data Controls for Financial Institutions

Fireblocks outlines EU-focused architecture to address jurisdictional risks, aiding European banks in MiCA compliance.

Fireblocks Showcases Tools for Scaling Digital Asset Operations
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Fireblocks Showcases Tools for Scaling Digital Asset Operations

Fireblocks introduces security and growth tools, including embedded wallets and compliance solutions, for scaling digital asset infrastructure.

Vietnam Strengthens $230B Crypto Market With 2025 Regulations
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Vietnam Strengthens $230B Crypto Market With 2025 Regulations

Vietnam ranks 4th in global crypto adoption. New regulations aim to onshore $230B in crypto activity, creating opportunities for local exchanges.