Institutional

Mining · 12 hours ago BlackRock Explores AI's Influence on Digital Assets in New Research Paper BlackRock has released a research paper detailing how artificial intelligence could transform the digital asset economy, particularly through stablecoins and Bitcoin mining.

Protocols · 14 hours ago MidasRWA Launches mWIN and mGLOBAL on Avalanche for Institutional Credit Access MidasRWA has introduced mWIN and mGLOBAL on Avalanche, offering DeFi users access to institutional-grade credit strategies managed by Wellington Management and Fasanara Capital.

Compliance · 19 hours ago ECB Initiates Preparatory Work for Investment in Tokenized Securities The European Central Bank has begun preparations to invest in tokenized euro-denominated securities, utilizing its new settlement infrastructure, Pontes.

Derivatives · 21 hours ago Circle Introduces Bitcoin-Backed USDC Borrowing via Morpho Protocol Circle has launched a new service allowing eligible institutions to borrow USDC against Bitcoin collateral using the Morpho lending market, streamlining the borrowing process while managing liquidation risks.

Companies · 23 hours ago Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Engages Institutional Clients in Singapore Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, visited Singapore to meet with institutional clients and regulators, emphasizing the exchange's commitment to expanding in the Asia-Pacific region.

Protocols · 1 day ago Aave Launches RWA Hub on Avalanche for Tokenized Asset Lending Aave has announced the upcoming launch of its RWA Hub on Avalanche, enabling institutions to borrow against tokenized assets using Tether's USA₮ stablecoin.

Stablecoins · 1 day ago Circle Launches Digital Asset-Backed Borrowing for Institutions Using Bitcoin Circle has introduced a Digital Asset-Backed Borrowing feature on its Circle Mint platform, allowing institutions to borrow USDC against Bitcoin without selling their BTC. This innovation aims to enhance liquidity for institutional Bitcoin holders wh

Regulation · 1 day ago Bank of America Faces Challenges Amid Cautious AI Strategy Bank of America's credit traders are struggling as the bank opts out of many lucrative AI-related debt deals, impacting their market share.

Funding · 1 day ago Bitmine Immersion Technologies Expands Ethereum Holdings to 5.98 Million Tokens Bitmine Immersion Technologies has announced its Ethereum holdings have reached 5.98 million tokens, representing 4.9% of the total supply, with total assets valued at $17.1 billion.

Funding · 1 day ago Anthropic Aims for $2 Trillion Valuation in Potential October IPO Anthropic is preparing for a potential IPO with a target valuation exceeding $2 trillion, aiming to surpass SpaceX's recent record. The offering is tentatively scheduled for October or November 2026.

Macro · 1 day ago European Central Bank Launches Pontes for Tokenized Asset Settlements The European Central Bank has officially launched the Pontes platform, enabling banks to settle transactions using a wholesale digital euro, enhancing the integration of central bank money with distributed ledger technology.

Macro · 2 days ago Trump Administration Plans Sanctions Against International Criminal Court The Trump administration is set to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court, targeting the institution itself rather than just its officials, which could sever its access to the US dollar financial system.

Stablecoins · 3 days ago Aave Proposes Institutional Custodied Bitcoin Lending Model in V4 Aave Labs has introduced a proposal for a new V4 lending model that allows institutions to use Bitcoin held in custody without moving it on-chain, utilizing Anchorage Digital Bank.

Hacks & Exploits · 3 days ago Former Bank Employee Sentenced for Stealing Over $1 Million from Elderly Clients Yue Cao, a former KeyBank employee, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for stealing over $1 million from elderly customers aged 90 to 103.

Stablecoins · 3 days ago Circle's Arc Blockchain Sees Rapid Adoption with $649M in Initial USDC Deployments Circle's newly launched Arc blockchain has quickly gained traction, deploying $649 million in USDC and integrating major financial institutions within its first week.

Companies · 4 days ago Nvidia's Jensen Huang Projects $3T-$4T AI Spending by 2030 Amid Supply Constraints At the Goldman Sachs conference, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reaffirmed his forecast of $3 trillion to $4 trillion in annual AI infrastructure spending by 2030, highlighting supply chain challenges.

Macro · 4 days ago Turkey Revokes Mellat Bank's License Amid U.S. Pressure on Iran Turkey's banking regulator has revoked the operating license of Iran's Mellat Bank, marking a significant alignment with U.S. sanctions aimed at Iran's financial sector.

Regulation · 4 days ago AI Evaluator Forum Calls for Independent Oversight in AI Safety Evaluations The AI Evaluator Forum has issued a public letter demanding independent third-party evaluations for AI safety, emphasizing the need for structural independence and transparency.

Stablecoins · 4 days ago SBI Holdings and Kyobo Life Test Cross-Border Stablecoin Transactions SBI Holdings and Kyobo Life Insurance have successfully completed a pilot program for cross-border stablecoin transfers between Japan and South Korea, aiming to enhance institutional transaction efficiency.

Stablecoins · 4 days ago Major Banks Form Coalition to Launch Stablecoin by 2027 A coalition of 21 financial institutions, including Bank of America and Goldman Sachs, is set to launch a stablecoin by 2027, marking a significant shift in the banking sector's approach to digital currencies.