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Spanish bank Bankinter joins BBVA and Tether with stake in crypto exchange Bit2Me

Spanish bank Bankinter joins BBVA and Tether with stake in crypto exchange Bit2Me

Spanish bank Bankinter has joined the ranks of BBVA and Tether by acquiring a stake in the cryptocurrency exchange Bit2Me. This investment is significant as it bolsters Bit2Me's…

1/14/2026 2 min read

EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #FIAT #USDT

Strive tumbles 12% as reverse stock split stumps investors despite Semler acquisition

Strive tumbles 12% as reverse stock split stumps investors despite Semler acquisition

Strive has experienced a notable decline of 12% following the announcement of a reverse stock split, which has left many investors perplexed. This downturn comes despite the…

1/14/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #TECHNOLOGY

Ether collapse to zero could test Ethereum’s role as finance hub, Bank of Italy economist warns

Ether collapse to zero could test Ethereum’s role as finance hub, Bank of Italy economist warns

A recent study has raised concerns regarding Ethereum's role in financial systems, particularly emphasizing the implications of a significant decline in its value. The study…

1/13/2026 2 min read

ETH #ETH #FIAT #FINANCE

Crypto infrastructure firm pushes deeper into stablecoin payments with $250 million deal

Crypto infrastructure firm pushes deeper into stablecoin payments with $250 million deal

A significant development in the cryptocurrency sector has emerged as a crypto infrastructure firm has announced a substantial deal valued at $250 million. This strategic move…

1/13/2026 2 min read

BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN #MATIC #FINANCE

Crypto infrastructure firm Bakkt jumps 17% on deeper stablecoin payments push with new deal

Crypto infrastructure firm Bakkt jumps 17% on deeper stablecoin payments push with new deal

Bakkt, a prominent player in the crypto infrastructure sector, has announced a significant move to enhance its payment capabilities. The firm has agreed to acquire Distributed…

1/12/2026 2 min read

RESEARCH #RESEARCH #FINANCE #BAKKT

BitGo aims to raise $201 million in IPO targeting $1.85 billion valuation

BitGo aims to raise $201 million in IPO targeting $1.85 billion valuation

BitGo, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency custody and financial services sector, has announced its intention to raise $201 million through an Initial Public Offering (IPO).…

1/12/2026 3 min read

BUSINESS #BUSINESS #FINANCE #BITGO

VelaFi raises $20 million in Series B to expand stablecoin payments infrastructure

VelaFi raises $20 million in Series B to expand stablecoin payments infrastructure

VelaFi, a company based in Latin America, has successfully secured $20 million in a Series B funding round. This financing aims to bolster the company's infrastructure for…

1/12/2026 2 min read

ASIA #ASIA #FINANCE #FUNDRAISING

Ethereum’s future hinges on zero-knowledge proofs, EF director says

Ethereum’s future hinges on zero-knowledge proofs, EF director says

In a recent interview with CoinDesk, Hsiao-Wei Wang, co-executive director of the Ethereum Foundation, emphasized the significance of zero-knowledge proofs in Ethereum's midterm…

1/11/2026 2 min read

ETH #ETH #FINANCE #ETHEREUM NEWS

Brazilian exchange Mercado Bitcoin outlines 6 crypto trends shaping markets in 2026

Brazilian exchange Mercado Bitcoin outlines 6 crypto trends shaping markets in 2026

Brazilian exchange Mercado Bitcoin has identified six key trends that are anticipated to shape the cryptocurrency market by 2026. These trends highlight significant growth…

1/10/2026 2 min read

BTC #ALTCOIN #BTC #EXCHANGE

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

BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN #BUSINESS #FIAT

Crypto exchange OKX cuts institutional staff amid global restructuring

Crypto exchange OKX cuts institutional staff amid global restructuring

OKX, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has recently undergone significant changes within its institutional business. This restructuring has led to a notable reduction in its…

1/9/2026 3 min read

BUSINESS #BUSINESS #EXCHANGE #FINANCE

Tether said to have invested up to $50 million in crypto lender Ledn at $500 million valuation

Tether said to have invested up to $50 million in crypto lender Ledn at $500 million valuation

Tether, the issuer of the widely used stablecoin, has reportedly made a significant investment in the crypto lending platform Ledn. This investment, which is said to be up to $50…

1/9/2026 2 min read

USDT #USDT #FINANCE #LEDN