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US State Department offers $15M reward to disrupt IRGC finances

The $15M reward highlights increased scrutiny on financial networks, pressuring crypto markets to enhance compliance and deter sanctions evasion.

2 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

CryptoQuant warns of potential Bitcoin correction as profits peak

A potential Bitcoin correction could signal market maturity, highlighting the need for cautious optimism amid speculative rallies and profit-taking.

2 weeks ago · By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Uphold survey shows 75% of US banks are building blockchain services

Blockchain adoption in US banks signals a transformative shift towards digital finance, promising enhanced efficiency and customer benefits.

2 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

Morgan Stanley tests DeFi and tokenization in new digital asset lab: Report

Morgan Stanley's blockchain focus could redefine financial operations, enhancing efficiency and broadening access to digital assets globally.

2 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

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The Smarter Web Company gets shareholder go-ahead for UK’s first BTC-backed preferred stock

Sep. 29, 2026

The Smarter Web Company gets shareholder go-ahead for UK’s first BTC-backed preferred stock

This innovative financial move could set a precedent for integrating cryptocurrency into traditional equity markets, influencing future investment strategies.

By JOHN CHEN

BlackRock’s IBIT leads bitcoin ETFs with $55M inflows on Monday

Sep. 29, 2026

BlackRock’s IBIT leads bitcoin ETFs with $55M inflows on Monday

BlackRock's IBIT took in $54.8 million on September 28, while US spot bitcoin ETFs gained $31.0 million overall, according to Farside Investors.

By KAYE QUEMA

Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company pulls plug on SPAC merger, chooses to stay private

Sep. 28, 2026

Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company pulls plug on SPAC merger, chooses to stay private

BSTR's decision to remain private highlights the volatility and challenges in the crypto market, impacting future public listing strategies.

By JOHN CHEN

Blockchain.com targets $500M raise at $4-6B valuation in IPO

Sep. 28, 2026

Blockchain.com targets $500M raise at $4-6B valuation in IPO

Blockchain.com's IPO could reshape crypto market dynamics, influencing investor confidence and regulatory approaches amid fluctuating valuations.

By JOHN CHEN

Fireblocks: 88% of financial institutions budget for digital asset infrastructure in 2026

Sep. 28, 2026

Fireblocks: 88% of financial institutions budget for digital asset infrastructure in 2026

Fireblocks' 2026 survey found that 88% of financial institutions had committed or expected to commit digital asset infrastructure budgets, while 16% had reached production.

By JOHN CHEN

Senate investigation finds rampant use of Tether’s stablecoin by Iranian regime

Sep. 28, 2026

Senate investigation finds rampant use of Tether’s stablecoin by Iranian regime

The Senate's findings could intensify scrutiny on stablecoins, impacting global financial regulations and digital currency oversight.

By JOHN CHEN

DeFi Development Corp tops 2.5M SOL after growing treasury 10% in six weeks

Sep. 28, 2026

DeFi Development Corp tops 2.5M SOL after growing treasury 10% in six weeks

DeFi Dev Corp's aggressive SOL acquisition strategy could amplify market influence and volatility, while offering potential yield-driven growth.

By JOHN CHEN

Strategy and Strive acquire $232M in Bitcoin, adding 2,773 BTC to corporate treasuries

Sep. 28, 2026

Strategy and Strive acquire $232M in Bitcoin, adding 2,773 BTC to corporate treasuries

Corporate Bitcoin acquisitions signal a shift towards digital assets as strategic treasury tools, potentially influencing future financial norms.

By JOHN CHEN

Bitcoin cools after rally as macro uncertainty weighs on risk assets

Sep. 28, 2026

Bitcoin cools after rally as macro uncertainty weighs on risk assets

Bitcoin's volatility amid macroeconomic shifts highlights its ongoing struggle to establish itself as a stable asset class.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

1,700 Bitcoin valued at $142M moved off Coinbase Institutional to unknown wallet

Sep. 28, 2026

1,700 Bitcoin valued at $142M moved off Coinbase Institutional to unknown wallet

Institutional Bitcoin movements suggest strategic asset management and highlight the evolving role of crypto in traditional finance portfolios.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN