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India tightens KYC requirements for crypto user onboarding

India tightens KYC requirements for crypto user onboarding

India has intensified its Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements for the onboarding of cryptocurrency users. This development arises from concerns expressed by tax and regulatory…

1/11/2026 2 min read

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World's largest custodial bank BNY to offer tokenized deposits for institutional investors

World's largest custodial bank BNY to offer tokenized deposits for institutional investors

BNY Mellon, the world's largest custodial bank, is set to introduce tokenized deposits aimed at institutional investors. This initiative is designed to enhance the efficiency of…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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BNY Debuts Tokenized Deposits for Institutions and 'Digital Natives'

BNY Debuts Tokenized Deposits for Institutions and 'Digital Natives'

BNY, recognized as the world’s largest custodian bank, has announced its intention to issue digital representations of customer deposits on the blockchain. This move marks a…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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BNY launches tokenized deposits amid TradFi rush into blockchain and crypto

BNY launches tokenized deposits amid TradFi rush into blockchain and crypto

BNY has introduced a service that offers tokenized deposits specifically for institutional clients. This initiative is facilitated through an in-house permissioned blockchain,…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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BNY Launches Tokenized Deposits in Digital Assets Expansion

BNY Launches Tokenized Deposits in Digital Assets Expansion

Bank of New York Mellon Corp. has recently introduced a tokenized deposit service, enabling clients to transfer funds utilizing blockchain technology. This initiative marks BNY…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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JPMorgan expands blockchain goals, plans to build ‘interoperable digital money’

JPMorgan expands blockchain goals, plans to build ‘interoperable digital money’

JPMorgan, a leading global financial services firm, is expanding its blockchain initiatives by planning to develop an "interoperable digital money." This strategic move comes at…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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Nike Sells NFT Subsidiary RTFKT One Year After Shuttering Unit

Nike Sells NFT Subsidiary RTFKT One Year After Shuttering Unit

Nike Inc. has sold its digital products subsidiary, RTFKT, which is pronounced "artifact." This decision signifies a notable retreat from the blockchain collectibles space by the…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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JPMorgan to issue its JPM stablecoin directly on privacy-focused Canton Network

JPMorgan to issue its JPM stablecoin directly on privacy-focused Canton Network

JPMorgan is set to issue its JPM stablecoin directly on the Canton Network, a blockchain that emphasizes privacy. This initiative, led by Kinexys, focuses on integrating…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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Crypto Long & Short: 2026: The year institutions treat crypto as part of their core stack

Crypto Long & Short: 2026: The year institutions treat crypto as part of their core stack

In this week’s edition of the Crypto Long & Short Newsletter, insights from Adeniyi Abiodun highlight a significant shift expected in the institutional approach to…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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Blockchain Barely Gets a Mention as AI Dominates CES 2026 Trend Predictions

Blockchain Barely Gets a Mention as AI Dominates CES 2026 Trend Predictions

At CES 2026, the focus shifted predominantly towards AI-driven personalization and innovative monetization models, overshadowing discussions about blockchain technology. This…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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Fireblocks expands into crypto financial reporting with $130 million TRES acquisition

Fireblocks expands into crypto financial reporting with $130 million TRES acquisition

Fireblocks has made a significant move in the cryptocurrency space by acquiring TRES for $130 million. This acquisition enables Fireblocks to enhance its offerings in crypto…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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IBM’s crypto partner Dfns integrates Concordium for Web3 compliance

IBM’s crypto partner Dfns integrates Concordium for Web3 compliance

Dfns has made a significant move by integrating Concordium’s layer-1 blockchain into its Wallet-as-a-Service (WaaS) platform. This integration aims to enhance compliance within…

1/7/2026 2 min read

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