Finance

Powerus went public Thursday. By Friday, its shares were on Solana

Powerus' rapid transition to tokenized shares on Solana highlights the growing shift towards blockchain-enabled financial democratization.

3 weeks ago · By HAN KAO

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce exits after eight years as crypto’s most prominent regulatory ally

Peirce's departure may slow crypto regulation progress, impacting SEC's ability to swiftly implement clear digital asset guidelines.

3 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

SEC signals more crypto proposals after custody rule overhaul

The SEC's ongoing crypto regulatory efforts could reshape asset custody norms, influencing market dynamics and compliance strategies.

3 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

Whale stakes $1 million in SOL to a new Solana validator

The shift towards organic delegations may challenge decentralization, potentially concentrating power among well-funded validators.

3 weeks ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

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Largest cluster of net long Ethereum positions sits at $2,538

Oct. 2, 2026

Largest cluster of net long Ethereum positions sits at $2,538

Leveraged positions at key price points could trigger significant market volatility, influencing Ethereum's price dynamics and trader strategies.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Hester Peirce leaves SEC after eight years shaping crypto policy

Oct. 2, 2026

Hester Peirce leaves SEC after eight years shaping crypto policy

Peirce's departure leaves the SEC with a narrowed perspective, potentially impacting future crypto regulation and innovation initiatives.

By JOHN CHEN

Fidelity explores broader access to tokenized money market fund

Oct. 2, 2026

Fidelity explores broader access to tokenized money market fund

Fidelity's move to broaden access to its tokenized fund could democratize investment opportunities, impacting the DeFi landscape significantly.

By KAYE QUEMA

Anchorage Digital lays off about 17% of staff as sector-wide cost pressures bite

Oct. 2, 2026

Anchorage Digital lays off about 17% of staff as sector-wide cost pressures bite

Anchorage Digital's layoffs highlight ongoing financial strain in the crypto sector, potentially impacting innovation and market stability.

By JOHN CHEN

BNY weighs digital asset infrastructure deal with Kraken parent Payward: CoinDesk

Oct. 2, 2026

BNY weighs digital asset infrastructure deal with Kraken parent Payward: CoinDesk

A potential BNY-Payward partnership could significantly enhance crypto infrastructure, fostering greater integration with traditional finance.

By JOHN CHEN

NEAR Intents recovers $3.8 million from exploit and closes its investigation

Oct. 2, 2026

NEAR Intents recovers $3.8 million from exploit and closes its investigation

The incident underscores the vulnerability of cross-chain protocols, highlighting the need for robust security measures and rapid response strategies.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Centrifuge brings three tokenized fixed-income funds to Arc

Oct. 2, 2026

Centrifuge brings three tokenized fixed-income funds to Arc

Arc's integration of tokenized funds could attract more institutional capital on-chain, setting a precedent for future financial innovations.

By KAYE QUEMA

Aave Labs moves to place protocol IP under community-controlled foundation

Oct. 2, 2026

Aave Labs moves to place protocol IP under community-controlled foundation

Aave's proposal could enhance DAO governance and transparency, potentially reshaping control dynamics over its brand and IP assets.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Chainalysis attributes $387 million Bitget theft to North Korea

Oct. 2, 2026

Chainalysis attributes $387 million Bitget theft to North Korea

The Bitget hack highlights escalating cyber threats from North Korea, stressing the need for enhanced security measures and rapid response capabilities.

By JOHN CHEN

Dormant Ethereum wallets stir on September 30 as exchange balances hold steady

Oct. 2, 2026

Dormant Ethereum wallets stir on September 30 as exchange balances hold steady

Dormant Ethereum activity suggests potential market shifts, yet stable exchange balances indicate no immediate sell-off pressure or price impact.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN