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XRP ETFs post $1.84M in outflows, snapping a 13-week inflow streak

The outflow signals potential shifts in investor sentiment and risk appetite, impacting future stability and performance of XRP ETFs.

4 days ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Payoneer survey: 90% of scaled stablecoin users say benefits justify the effort

The widespread adoption of stablecoins by large enterprises could significantly transform financial systems, enhancing efficiency and market access.

4 days ago · By KAYE QUEMA

Fidelity report gives Solana a clean bill of health, with a few notes

Fidelity's positive assessment of Solana could boost institutional confidence, but concerns over validator concentration may impact decentralization.

4 days ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

CME’s Bitcoin Cash and UNI futures debut as BCH open interest returns to earth

CME's BCH and UNI futures could influence ETF applications and market dynamics, highlighting the importance of regulatory frameworks and timing.

4 days ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

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Mastercard expands crypto team as stablecoins, not Bitcoin, take center stage

Oct. 19, 2026

Mastercard expands crypto team as stablecoins, not Bitcoin, take center stage

Mastercard's focus on stablecoins over Bitcoin highlights a shift towards integrating blockchain with traditional finance, impacting global payments.

By KAYE QUEMA

Mastercard unveils Stablecoin Security tool to screen payments for fraud and sanctions risk

Oct. 19, 2026

Mastercard unveils Stablecoin Security tool to screen payments for fraud and sanctions risk

Mastercard's tool could enhance trust in stablecoin transactions, potentially accelerating their adoption and integration into mainstream finance.

By KAYE QUEMA

Morpho sees record Bitcoin-backed borrowing on Base markets

Oct. 19, 2026

Morpho sees record Bitcoin-backed borrowing on Base markets

The surge in Bitcoin-backed borrowing on Base highlights the growing integration of DeFi into mainstream finance, driven by platforms like Coinbase.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Maple’s SYRUP slides 24% in a week, lagging Bitcoin and Ether

Oct. 19, 2026

Maple’s SYRUP slides 24% in a week, lagging Bitcoin and Ether

Despite strong financial metrics, SYRUP's price drop highlights market volatility and liquidity challenges impacting altcoin stability.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Multicoin Capital’s $2.7 billion operation stays focused on crypto with HYPE as top hedge fund holding

Oct. 19, 2026

Multicoin Capital’s $2.7 billion operation stays focused on crypto with HYPE as top hedge fund holding

Multicoin Capital's focus on crypto over AI highlights a strategic bet on specialization, potentially influencing venture capital trends.

By JOHN CHEN

SkyAI exits Solana treasury, holds $223.8M in cash ahead of buyback

Oct. 19, 2026

SkyAI exits Solana treasury, holds $223.8M in cash ahead of buyback

SkyAI's strategic pivot from Solana to cash buybacks highlights shifting priorities in corporate crypto strategies, impacting market dynamics.

By JOHN CHEN

Visa partners with Mesh to enable crypto payments at 175 million merchants worldwide

Oct. 19, 2026

Visa partners with Mesh to enable crypto payments at 175 million merchants worldwide

The partnership could enhance crypto's mainstream acceptance, integrating digital assets into everyday transactions without disrupting merchants.

By KAYE QUEMA

AnchorWatch launches Bitcoin custody with up to $370 million insurance per client

Oct. 19, 2026

AnchorWatch launches Bitcoin custody with up to $370 million insurance per client

AnchorWatch's Bitcoin custody service could enhance institutional trust in crypto, potentially driving broader adoption and regulatory scrutiny.

By JOHN CHEN

Risk assets bounce as China GDP surprise lifts sentiment

Oct. 19, 2026

Risk assets bounce as China GDP surprise lifts sentiment

The rebound in risk assets highlights the interconnectedness of global markets, with sentiment shifts impacting crypto and equities alike.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

90% of businesses using stablecoins at scale say it’s worth the effort, Payoneer survey finds

Oct. 19, 2026

90% of businesses using stablecoins at scale say it’s worth the effort, Payoneer survey finds

The increasing adoption of stablecoins by businesses highlights their potential to revolutionize financial infrastructure and cross-border operations.

By KAYE QUEMA