Finance

Digital gold could unlock $700 billion in investor demand: World Gold Council

The rise of digital gold could significantly reshape investment landscapes, driving new demand and transforming traditional gold markets.

4 days ago · By KAYE QUEMA

CFTC secures $288 million judgment against EminiFX over crypto Ponzi scheme

The judgment highlights the critical need for regulatory vigilance and investor education to prevent future financial frauds and protect communities.

4 days ago · By JOHN CHEN

Sen. Mark Warner runs ad invoking Trump’s crypto activities

Warner's ad highlights potential conflicts of interest in crypto regulation, suggesting stricter oversight may be needed for political figures.

4 days ago · By JOHN CHEN

Frax launches six-currency FX pools on Aerodrome

Frax's FX pools on Aerodrome could enhance decentralized finance's role in global currency markets, challenging traditional FX systems.

4 days ago · By KAYE QUEMA

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Echo Protocol halts new deposits and borrowing as it winds down

Oct. 19, 2026

Echo Protocol halts new deposits and borrowing as it winds down

Echo Protocol's shutdown highlights the volatility and risks inherent in DeFi projects, emphasizing the need for robust risk management strategies.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Lighter launches BTC and ETH binary options on Core

Oct. 19, 2026

Lighter launches BTC and ETH binary options on Core

Lighter's binary options launch could diversify trading strategies, attract new users, and position the platform closer to prediction markets.

By KAYE QUEMA

THORChain halts ZEC swaps after bug triggers RUNE bond deductions

Oct. 19, 2026

THORChain halts ZEC swaps after bug triggers RUNE bond deductions

The incident underscores the inherent risks for node operators in decentralized networks, highlighting the importance of robust security measures.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Starknet’s STRK falls 38% in a week as Layer 1 rally reverses

Oct. 19, 2026

Starknet’s STRK falls 38% in a week as Layer 1 rally reverses

The STRK token's volatility highlights the challenges of sustaining DeFi momentum amid strategic shifts and market dynamics, impacting investor sentiment.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

THORChain targets Rujira restart with v3.21 exploit fix around October 23

Oct. 19, 2026

THORChain targets Rujira restart with v3.21 exploit fix around October 23

The restart of Rujira with the exploit fix could stabilize THORChain's ecosystem, enhancing user confidence and expanding trading options.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Cardano puts Georgian wine on-chain to fight counterfeit bottles

Oct. 19, 2026

Cardano puts Georgian wine on-chain to fight counterfeit bottles

Cardano's blockchain solution for wine authenticity could revolutionize global supply chains, reducing counterfeiting and enhancing consumer trust.

By KAYE QUEMA

Centrifuge’s JAAA tokenized fund hits roughly 47% utilization across DeFi

Oct. 19, 2026

Centrifuge’s JAAA tokenized fund hits roughly 47% utilization across DeFi

The growing utilization of Centrifuge's JAAA token in DeFi could enhance capital efficiency but also heightens collateral risk exposure.

By KAYE QUEMA

Trust Wallet cuts 200 MB from its app by deleting nine years of code

Oct. 19, 2026

Trust Wallet cuts 200 MB from its app by deleting nine years of code

Streamlining Trust Wallet enhances performance and security, reducing technical debt and attack surfaces, while optimizing resource allocation.

By KAYE QUEMA

Janus Henderson aims for tech leadership with Avalanche partnership

Oct. 19, 2026

Janus Henderson aims for tech leadership with Avalanche partnership

Janus Henderson's tech-driven strategy could redefine asset management, but balancing innovation with traditional roles poses regulatory challenges.

By JOHN CHEN

Interactive Brokers tests location-specific hurricane contracts on ForecastEx

Oct. 19, 2026

Interactive Brokers tests location-specific hurricane contracts on ForecastEx

The introduction of location-specific hurricane contracts could revolutionize risk management, offering precise hedging but raising liquidity concerns.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ