Resumen NFT: de entradas para el Mundial a vacas tokenizadas en la blockchain

Mundial 2026, vacas tokenizadas, mecánicas gacha y nuevos lanzamientos protagonizan las principales novedades semanales del mercado NFT.

• NFTs are demonstrating utility beyond digital art, with applications ranging from World Cup 2026 stadium access via FIFA Collect to tokenized cattle for credit guarantees in Brazil.
• Innovations include Fake World Assets' record revenue on Ethereum using gacha mechanics, Solana's increased processing capacity for faster NFT markets, and SuperRare's upcoming 'Loss of Language' NFT collection.
• The article highlights the growing adoption of tokenized assets, exemplified by farmers using tokenized cows for loans and FIFA Collect's successful integration of NFTs for event access with strong KYC compliance.

Topics: Asset types, Scalability, Institutional adoption, Alternative assets, Growth metrics, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #nft #mundial2026 #vacastokenizadas #rwa #fakeworldassets #superrare #solana #fifacollect #cowmed #blockchain

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Robinhood Chain Reports $3.3M Revenue Boost Amid Arbitrum Growth

Arbitrum news highlights significant growth as Robinhood Chain reports $3.3M in revenue. Discover the implications for the evolving DeFi landscape.

• Robinhood Chain, operating on Arbitrum, reported $3.3 million in revenue, driven by 329,000 RWA holders.
• Arbitrum One achieved a total RWA market cap of $900 million and a tokenized funds market cap of $700 million, indicating significant growth in the tokenized asset sector.
• Partnerships with Shopify and Modern Treasury are enhancing Arbitrum's payment capabilities, positioning it as a leader in programmable finance.

Topics: Scalability, Blockchain usage, Institutional adoption, Layer 2 scaling, Rwa collateral lending, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #arbitrum #robinhoodchain #rwaholders #tokenizedfunds #defi #revenue #marketcap #paymentsadoption #layer2scaling #programmablefinance

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Zcash Sealed $1.7B – Here's Everything You Need to Know

🎬 Zcash Sealed $1.7B – Here's Everything You Need to Know
Zcash activated its Ironwood upgrade, sealing roughly $1.7 billion in ZEC behind a one-way turnstile after a researcher found a flaw that could have minted counterfeit coins. Here’s everything you need to know. Plus, on Brand New Rails: POSCO International puts its trade receivables on-chain with LG CNS on Injective. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts Markets Outlook.
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➤ Zcash activated its Ironwood upgrade, securing $1.7 billion in its Orchard shielded pool due to a discovered four-year-old vulnerability that could have allowed for counterfeit coin minting.
➤ The upgrade seals the Orchard pool, requiring a 'turnstyle' mechanism to cap withdrawals at deposited amounts, and introduces quantum-resistant features and formal verification for its proof circuit.
➤ Separately, POSCO International and LG CNS are piloting the tokenization of trade receivables on the Injective blockchain, aiming to expedite cross-border settlement times from days to milliseconds.

#Zcash #Ironwood upgrade #Orchard pool #privacy #vulnerability #tokenization #trade receivables #POSCO International #Injective #LG CNS

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Reental cierra una ronda de 1,7 millones de dólares y suma cinco socios estratégicos

Reental cierra una ronda de 1,7 millones de dólares con cinco nuevos socios para escalar la tokenización inmobiliaria y el acceso a los RWA.

• Reental, a real estate tokenization platform, has successfully closed a $1.7 million funding round.
• The investment includes five new strategic partners, aiming to scale real estate tokenization and RWA access.
• Funds will support operational development, talent acquisition, and international expansion, democratizing real estate investment via blockchain.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Scalability, Real assets, Asset manager initiatives, Institutional capital inflows

Tags: #reental #tokenizacioninmobiliaria #rwa #blockchain #inversion #rondadefinanciacion #sociosestrategicos #akkaapp #montebianconaif

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Wall Street Giants Race to Quantum-Proof Bitcoin

🎬 Wall Street Giants Race to Quantum-Proof Bitcoin
On this episode of CoinDesk's Public Keys from the New York Stock Exchange, Jennifer Sanasie is joined by Charles Schwab Head of Crypto Research Jim Ferraioli, who breaks down the odds of a Fed hike, why he believes the CLARITY Act is not yet priced into Bitcoin, and his finding that some 60% of Bitcoin's daily price move can't be tied to macro factors.
Galaxy Head of Firmwide Research Alex Thorn unpacks the newly launched $15 million Bitcoin Security Consortium — backed by nine firms including ...

➤ Major financial institutions are investing in initiatives to quantum-proof Bitcoin and enhance its network security, signaling a proactive approach to future technological threats.
➤ Discussions around the CLARITY Act's potential passage and its impact on crypto markets, alongside analysis of Bitcoin's price drivers and ETF flows, highlight ongoing regulatory and market sentiment shifts.
➤ The article also touches upon the growing trend of perpetual futures (perps) expanding into traditional asset classes and the role of crypto infrastructure in enabling 24/7 trading.

#Bitcoin #Quantum Computing #CLARITY Act #Fed Hike #ETFs #Charles Schwab #Galaxy #BlackRock #Fidelity #Coinbase #Ethereum #Perps #FalconX

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Could Betting on an Election Cost You Your Right to Vote?

🎬 Could Betting on an Election Cost You Your Right to Vote?
On CoinDesk's The Policy Protocol, Renato Mariotti is joined by guest host Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs, for a conversation on the politics of the CLARITY Act, the state-vs-federal fight over prediction markets, and Wisconsin's invocation of an 1849 law that could bar prediction-market users from voting.
And, they sit down with Rachel Anderica, Head of Global Operations at Anchorage Digital, who walks through Anchorage's agentic banking build inside its OCC trust and a "cashles...

➤ Discussion on the CLARITY Act's progress, focusing on law enforcement provisions and the political challenges in achieving bipartisan support.
➤ Analysis of the legal battle over prediction markets, highlighting Wisconsin's unique approach to regulating voters rather than exchanges, and the potential for a Supreme Court ruling.
➤ Exploration of Anchorage Digital's 'agentic banking' initiative within its OCC trust, including a 'cashless reserves' model in partnership with JPMorgan, leveraging tokenized instruments to reduce yield drag and counterparty risk.

#CLARITY Act #prediction markets #Anchorage Digital #JPMorgan #stablecoins #tokenized instruments #AI #compliance #OCC trust

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RWAs Are the Missing Collateral Layer in DeFi Lending | Jonathan Han, Euler Labs — S2 E6

🎬 RWAs Are the Missing Collateral Layer in DeFi Lending | Jonathan Han, Euler Labs — S2 E6
DeFi lending has always run on crypto-native collateral. Jonathan Han, CEO of Euler Labs, argues that's a structural problem — correlated assets move together in a downturn, creating cascading liquidations. RWAs fix that by providing a critical layer of diversification.
Recorded live at the RWA Summit in Cannes for Season 2 of DeFi Drip, Adam Bawi, Director of BD at Centrifuge, sits down with Jonathan to break down Euler's modular vault architecture, the deSPXA integration, and why building a tr...

➤ Euler Labs CEO Jonathan Han discusses the critical role of Real-World Assets (RWAs) in diversifying DeFi lending collateral beyond crypto-native assets, mitigating correlated risks and cascading liquidations.
➤ The conversation highlights Euler's modular vault architecture and its integration with partners like Centrifuge for tokenized US stock indices, private credit, and treasury bills, aiming to attract institutional adoption.
➤ A key challenge identified is building robust, transparent risk frameworks for diverse RWA collateral types, essential for the next wave of DeFi lending innovation and institutional onboarding.

#Euler Labs #Centrifuge #RWA #DeFi #Lending #Tokenized Assets #US Stock Indices #Treasury Bills #Private Credit #Commodities #Gold #Stablecoins #Risk Framework

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This New Stablecoin Puts Idle Balances to Work

🎬 This New Stablecoin Puts Idle Balances to Work
RealFi CEO John O'Connor joins CoinDesk's Sam Ewen to explain how his platform is reimagining the stablecoin model, replacing reflexive DeFi yield with real-world fixed income assets, and giving holders of sUSDr the returns that issuers like Tether and Circle currently keep for themselves. He breaks down the portfolio construction behind USDr, why crypto treasurers are the ideal first customer, and what he learned from testnet ahead of a mainnet launch.
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➤ RealFi is launching USDr, a stablecoin designed to offer yields from real-world fixed income assets (treasuries, private credit) to holders, differentiating from traditional stablecoins like USDT/USDC.
➤ The platform targets crypto treasurers and institutional clients by prioritizing safety and liquidity, with a portfolio construction approach that mirrors traditional finance risk management.
➤ USDr aims to put idle stablecoin balances to work, offering a more productive use of capital compared to existing stablecoins, with a focus on transparency and a mainnet launch planned for August 2026.

#stablecoin #RealFi #USDr #fixed income #treasuries #private credit #DeFi #institutional #crypto treasury

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Could Quantum Computers Break Crypto by 2029? Silvio Micali, Algorand Founder on Fiat Chain, Privacy

🎬 Could Quantum Computers Break Crypto by 2029? Silvio Micali, Algorand Founder on Fiat Chain, Privacy
*What happens when one of the minds behind modern cryptography looks at Bitcoin, institutions, quantum risk, and the future of blockchain?* In this episode of Inside the Blockchain 100 (orig. "The Mind Behind Modern Cryptography" on Binance Square), Karin sits down with Silvio Micali — Turing Award laureate, MIT professor, zero-knowledge proof pioneer, and founder of Algorand — for a deep conversation on where blockchain came from and where it may be heading next.
Silvio reflects on reading the ...

➤ Silvio Micali discusses the evolution of blockchain from speculation to institutional use, emphasizing the need for stronger security, privacy, and quantum readiness for RWA adoption.
➤ Micali introduces Fiat Chain, a tokenless public blockchain designed to address institutional concerns about market cap security and volatility, aiming for greater transparency and efficiency.
➤ The conversation highlights the imminent threat of quantum computing to current cryptography and stresses the importance of building quantum-secure blockchains from inception, with Fiat Chain planned to be quantum-secure from day one.

#Silvio Micali #Algorand #Fiat Chain #quantum computing #zeroknowledge proofs #realworld assets #institutional adoption #blockchain security #tokenless blockchain

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Vaults to Power Every Financial Product Onchain | J. Offerijns & F. Gartenmeister, Centrifuge — S2E5

🎬 Vaults to Power Every Financial Product Onchain | J. Offerijns & F. Gartenmeister, Centrifuge — S2E5
Vaults started as a yield product for DeFi users. Jeroen Offerijns, CTO at Centrifuge Labs, and Frederik Gartenmeister, Head of Product at Centrifuge Labs, argue they're becoming the core primitive that enables any financial product — funds, ETFs, securitizations — to run natively onchain.
Recorded live at the RWA Summit in Cannes for Season 2 of DeFi Drip, Mariia Yatsenko, Head of Marketing at Centrifuge Labs, sits down with Jeroen and Frederik to break down institutional vaults: what makes the...

➤ Centrifuge is evolving its 'vaults' product beyond DeFi yield generation to become a core primitive for on-chain financial products like funds, ETFs, and securitizations.
➤ The discussion highlights the importance of asynchronous execution as a feature for institutional adoption, contrasting it with DeFi's synchronous model, and emphasizes building infrastructure that financial professionals can use without deep technical understanding.
➤ Centrifuge's roadmap progresses from tokenization to on-chain asset management, with 'institutional vaults' and 'on-chain PM' features designed to handle complex portfolios and multi-chain distribution, aiming for higher capital efficiency and composability.

#Centrifuge #institutional vaults #tokenization #onchain finance #DeFi #asset management #treasuries

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Modernizing Finance With Onchain Infrastructure | Chainlink, Swift, Qivalis, FairSquareLab

🎬 Modernizing Finance With Onchain Infrastructure | Chainlink, Swift, Qivalis, FairSquareLab
In this panel at Point Zero Forum, leaders from Chainlink, Swift, Qivalis, and FairSquareLab discuss what's needed to achieve true global interoperability across onchain markets and existing financial infrastructure.
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➤ Leaders from Chainlink, Swift, Qivalis, and FairSquareLab convened to discuss achieving global interoperability between on-chain markets and traditional financial infrastructure.
➤ Key challenges identified include regulatory fragmentation, operational complexity, and the need for trust and resilience in new digital asset rails, emphasizing a gradual, organic integration rather than a complete replacement of existing systems.
➤ Initiatives like Project Pangia aim to demonstrate atomic settlement using regulated stablecoins, highlighting the convergence of TradFi and DeFi through collaboration and standardization.

#Chainlink #Swift #Qivalis #FairSquareLab #interoperability #stablecoin #digital assets #financial infrastructure #tokenization #crossborder payments #regulatory fragmentation

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After $10M Wanchain Bridge Hack, Charles Hoskinson Says Crypto Must Change

🎬 After $10M Wanchain Bridge Hack, Charles Hoskinson Says Crypto Must Change
Input Output CEO and Founder Charles Hoskinson joins CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hours after a $10 million exploit drained Wanchain's Cardano-to-BNB Chain bridge of 515 million NIGHT tokens. Hoskinson explains why bridge hacks are inevitable without zero-knowledge infrastructure and what wallet insurance, selective identity disclosure, and privacy tech like Midnight would mean for an industry that still leaves victims with no recourse.
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➤ Charles Hoskinson discusses the inevitability of bridge hacks like the recent $10M Wanchain exploit, attributing them to a lack of zero-knowledge infrastructure.
➤ He advocates for enhanced security through ZK systems, selective identity disclosure via tools like Midnight Passport, and the development of wallet and bridge insurance to protect victims.
➤ Hoskinson emphasizes that these advancements are crucial for the crypto industry's maturation, mainstream adoption, and regaining trust by providing recourse for victims.

#Wanchain #bridge hack #Charles Hoskinson #Cardano #BNB Chain #zeroknowledge #Midnight #wallet insurance #identity disclosure

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How DTCC Plans to Bring More of Wall Street On-Chain

🎬 How DTCC Plans to Bring More of Wall Street On-Chain
In this episode of Brand New Rails, brought to you by RealFi, we cover Wall Street's latest milestone: the DTCC — the company that clears and settles nearly every US stock trade — has moved tokenized securities into live production. With JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and BlackRock among the participants, the focus now shifts from proving the technology to expanding access. DTCC Global Head of Digital Assets Nadine Chakar explains what comes next, from opening the platform in September to bringing co...

➤ DTCC has moved tokenized securities into live production, marking a major milestone for Wall Street's on-chain adoption.
➤ The platform, with participation from major players like JPM, Goldman Sachs, and BlackRock, will expand access starting in September.
➤ Future plans include bringing collateral management and corporate actions on-chain, aiming to create a broader digital asset ecosystem.

#DTCC #tokenized securities #JPMorgan #Goldman Sachs #BlackRock #collateral management #corporate actions #onchain #RealFi #US Treasuries

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Trump's Ethics Pledge Is 'Historic': White House's Patrick Witt

🎬 Trump's Ethics Pledge Is 'Historic': White House's Patrick Witt
CoinDesk's The Policy Protocol hosts Rebecca Rettig and Renato Mariotti open on the week's biggest policy news from SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce's statement on crypto vaults to the London Stock Exchange's launch of a 24/5 tokenized market.
Then, Patrick Witt, Executive Director of the President's Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, joins to make the case that the CLARITY Act deserves a Senate floor vote before the August recess and argues that President Trump's agreement to subject himself...

➤ The CLARITY Act is a key focus, with discussions around its potential Senate vote, ethics provisions, and impact on the CFTC's expanded mission.
➤ Traditional financial institutions are embracing tokenization, with the London Stock Exchange launching a 24/5 tokenized market and the NYSE collaborating on tokenized securities trading.
➤ SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce's statement on crypto vaults and on-chain lending highlights regulatory scrutiny, with a focus on whether vault wrappers fall under securities laws.

#CLARITY Act #SEC #CFTC #Hester Peirce #London Stock Exchange #tokenization #stablecoin #Patrick Witt #Trump

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Ethereum Price And Scalability Records Mismatch, Here Is What Can Tilt The Balance

Key Insights: Ethereum price remains under the spotlight as the network continues to process more activity while the coin stays below the $2,000 level. Fresh data has renewed debate over whether Ethereum’s growing use is doing enough to support the ETH price, even as more project...

• Ethereum's network activity, particularly on Layer-2 solutions, is rapidly increasing, yet the ETH price remains below $2,000, creating a perceived mismatch.
• While applications generate significant fees, only a small portion is captured by Ethereum's base layer, impacting ETH burn rates and supply growth.
• Tokenized real-world assets and institutional adoption are identified as potential catalysts that could drive future ETH price appreciation by increasing demand for base layer services and ETH holdings.

Topics: Blockchain usage, Scalability, Institutional adoption, Layer 2 scaling, Growth metrics, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #ethereum #ethprice #scalability #layer2 #tokenizedassets #networkactivity #fees #institutionaldemand #stablecoins #blobspace

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Arbitrum (@arbitrum) on X

On Arbitrum this week: Payments adoption increasing, tokenization growing and finance becoming more programmable. > Arbitrum One hit $900M in total RWA market cap > Tokenized funds market cap on Arbitrum One reached a new high of $700M > Robinhood Chain reached 329K RWA

• Arbitrum One is experiencing significant growth in RWA market cap ($900M) and tokenized funds ($700M), highlighting increasing adoption.
• Key integrations and expansions include Shopify supporting USDC payments, ModernTreasury supporting stablecoin pay-ins, and Arbitrum becoming a top L2 for payments and DeFi (lending/borrowing).
• The platform is fostering a 'programmable economy' with initiatives like ZeroDev's growth plan for teams and positive institutional sentiment from Canary Capital.

Topics: Scalability, Blockchain usage, Institutional adoption, Growth metrics, Layer 2 scaling, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #arbitrum #rwa #tokenization #stablecoins #layer2 #programmableeconomy #payments #defi #robinhoodchain #uniswap

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As tokenized assets become a larger part of institutional portfolios, focus is shifting from how they are held to how they can be utilized.

As tokenized assets become a larger part of institutional portfolios, focus is shifting from how they are held to how they can be utilized. Institutions are increasingly seeking solutions that enable them to: ✅ Maintain custody of the assets ✅ Improve capital efficiency ✅ Access liquidity  ✅ Support broader institutional trading and financing strategies MirrorRSV is designed to support this model by enabling eligible assets to remain securely custodied while being utilized as collateral. As tokenization expands, enabling utility beyond security, will become an increasingly important part of institutional digital asset infrastructure. 👉 Learn more about MirrorRSV: https://lnkd.in/gkZzDDJe #DigitalAssetInfrastructure #InstitutionalCrypto #CollateralManagement #Ceffu #Custody

• Institutions are shifting focus from holding tokenized assets to utilizing them for collateral, capital efficiency, and liquidity.
• Ceffu's MirrorRSV aims to enable eligible assets to be securely custodied while serving as collateral.
• The utility of tokenized assets beyond mere security is becoming crucial for institutional digital asset infrastructure.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Integration with defi, Scalability, Asset manager initiatives, Rwa collateral lending, Institutional capital inflows

Tags: #tokenizedassets #institutionalportfolios #custody #capitalefficiency #liquidity #collateral #mirrorrsv #ceffu #digitalassetinfrastructure

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Ripio Launches wFIAT Stablecoins on Celo with No-Cost On-/Off-Ramps

Ripio expands its Latin American stablecoin portfolio with wFIAT integration on Celo, offering no-cost on-/off-ramps and enabling real-world use cases.

• Ripio has launched its wFIAT stablecoins, pegged to six Latin American currencies, on the Celo blockchain, enhancing crypto accessibility in the region.
• The integration offers no-cost on- and off-ramps, aiming to facilitate real-world use cases like remittances and payments, leveraging Celo's low-cost infrastructure.
• This move aligns with Ripio's strategy to expand its stablecoin and Crypto-as-a-Service offerings in Latin America, capitalizing on high crypto adoption rates.

Topics: Asset types, Jurisdictions, Integration with defi, Stablecoins digital cash, Emerging hubs, Rwa collateral lending

Tags: #ripio #celo #wfiats #stablecoins #latinamerica #onramp #offramp #remittances #financialinclusion #erc20

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Elon Musk launches X Money, X-branded Visa card. See new feature

The social media platform is creating a way for users to send money to each other. How to access X Money and obtain an X Visa debit card.

• Elon Musk's X platform has launched 'X Money,' a new fund transfer feature and an X-branded Visa debit card, partnering with Cross River Bank.
• The invite-only service offers features like FDIC insurance up to $250,000, 6.00% APY for Premium+ users with direct deposit, and 3% cash back on eligible purchases with the Visa card.
• This move integrates financial services directly into the social media platform, aiming to expand user access and utility.

Topics: Payment system integration, Institutional adoption, Stablecoin payments remittances, Payment network integration

Tags: #xmoney #elonmusk #visacard #crossriverbank #fdicinsured #premiumusers #cashback #apy #fundtransfer #socialmediaplatform

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BitMEX Shuts Down as Crypto and TradFi Converge - Briefs Finance

BitMEX is closing after pioneering perpetual futures and extreme leverage. Its ideas now live on at both crypto venues and traditional exchanges.

• BitMEX, a pioneer in perpetual futures and extreme leverage in crypto trading, is shutting down due to regulatory pressures and increased competition.
• The innovative trading models popularized by BitMEX are now being adopted by both crypto exchanges (offering tokenized stocks and perpetuals) and traditional financial institutions (extending trading hours and introducing crypto derivatives).
• This convergence signifies a blurring of lines between crypto and TradFi, with traditional finance increasingly imitating crypto's playbook and vice versa, leading to a more globalized and competitive market landscape.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Integration with defi, Blockchain usage, Asset manager initiatives, Rwa collateral lending, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #bitmex #perpetualfutures #cryptotrading #tokenizedstocks #traditionalexchanges #regulation #cmegroup #kraken #coinbase #nyse

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Securitize Q2 Results: Earnings Call Set For Aug 13

Securitize Corp announces its Q2 2026 earnings release date of August 12, 2026, and a subsequent conference call on August 13, 2026. The company, which reported $5B in AUM as of July 2026, provides dial-in details and webcast links for investor participation. The filing highlights its unique dual-regulatory status in the U.S. and EU for digital securities infrastructure.

• Securitize Corp has announced its Q2 2026 earnings release date and conference call, scheduled for August 12th and 13th, 2026, respectively.
• The company reported $5 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM) as of July 2026 and highlighted its dual regulatory status in the U.S. and EU for digital securities infrastructure.
• The article also mentions a separate initiation of coverage on Securitize Holdings by Rosenblatt with a 'Buy' rating and a $14 price target.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Legal regulatory, Scalability, Tokenization platforms, Licensing issuer obligations, Growth metrics

Tags: #securitize #q2results #earningscall #digitalsecurities #tokenizationplatform #aum #regulatorystatus #us #eu

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Uniswap launches Earn with Morpho lending vaults

Uniswap has launched Earn, a self-custodial lending product that allows users to deposit USDC, USDT, and ETH into Morpho vaults without leaving its app. Uniswap Earn supports USDC, USDT and ETH Earn is available through the Uniswap Web App and…

• Uniswap has launched 'Earn,' a new self-custodial lending product integrated within its app, allowing users to deposit USDC, USDT, and ETH.
• Deposits are directed into Morpho lending vaults, curated by Gauntlet, to generate yield for users from borrower interest.
• While Uniswap charges no additional fee, users are responsible for Ethereum network costs, and the product carries inherent DeFi risks without FDIC insurance.

Topics: Integration with defi, Asset types, Rwa collateral lending, Stablecoins digital cash

Tags: #uniswap #morpho #lendingvaults #usdc #usdt #eth #yield #defi #selfcustodial

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El FBI y trece países alertan sobre los trabajadores IT de Corea del Norte que roban cripto para financiar armas

El FBI y socios de una docena de países alertaron sobre los trabajadores IT norcoreanos que se infiltran en empresas para robar cripto y financiar armas.

• North Korean IT workers are using fake identities to infiltrate global companies, stealing code, data, and cryptocurrency to fund weapons programs.
• They often demand payment in cryptocurrency or through third-party services, and increasingly use AI to enhance their fraudulent profiles.
• The FBI and international partners are warning companies about these threats, emphasizing the need for robust identity verification in remote hiring.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Infrastructure providers, Blockchain usage, Licensing issuer obligations, Tokenization platforms, Private enterprise ledgers

Tags: #northkorea #itworkers #cybercrime #cryptocurrencytheft #fbi #sanctionsevasion #artificialintelligence #remotework #identityfraud #blockchain

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Grayscale Presses Senate to Advance CLARITY Act Before Break

CLARITY Act vote pressure grows as Grayscale urges Senate action before recess amid disputes over ethics and stablecoin rewards.

• Grayscale is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the CLARITY Act before the August recess, citing regulatory uncertainty as a barrier to institutional investment in digital assets.
• The bill, which aims to establish federal rules for digital asset trading and supervision, has passed the House and advanced in the Senate, but negotiations continue on ethics, stablecoin rules, and developer protections.
• The outcome of these negotiations and the Senate's legislative calendar will determine the future regulatory landscape for digital assets in the U.S., impacting competitiveness with other jurisdictions.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Jurisdictions, Institutional adoption, Securities law classification, Cross jurisdictional policy, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #clarityact #grayscale #senate #stablecoin #digitalassets #regulation #cftc #sec #institutionalparticipation #legislativeaction

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Bank of Italy: Stablecoin Remittances Don’t Cut Costs Reliably

A new study from the Bank of Italy challenges a common assumption about stablecoins in cross-border payments: using stablecoin transfers for remittances may not automatically deliver better economics or faster delivery than established payment rails once the full cost chain is co...

• A Bank of Italy study found that stablecoin remittances do not consistently offer lower costs or faster delivery than traditional methods due to significant fiat on- and off-ramp frictions.
• Exchange and currency conversion fees were the primary cost drivers, not blockchain transaction fees, and settlement times were largely dependent on local instant payment systems.
• Improvements in domestic payment infrastructure and direct spending of stablecoins are likely to be more impactful than blockchain technology alone for improving remittance efficiency.

Topics: Asset types, Integration with defi, Jurisdictions, Stablecoins digital cash, Payment system integration, Crossborder transactions, Regulatory sandboxes pilots

Tags: #stablecoinremittances #bankofitaly #crossborderpayments #usdc #onrampofframp #fiatconversion #settlementtime #remittancecosts #paymentinfrastructure #regulation

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Ondo Finance weighs $500M deal as RWA market hits $36B

Ondo Finance explores a $500 million acquisition after clearing its SEC probe, securing FINRA authorization, and tokenizing BlackRock's IVV ETF onchain.

• Ondo Finance is exploring a $250M-$500M acquisition after successfully navigating SEC probes and securing FINRA authorization, positioning itself for expansion into wealthtech.
• The company has tokenized BlackRock's IVV ETF and seen significant growth in the RWA market, which now exceeds $36 billion, with tokenized US Treasuries reaching $12.88 billion.
• Ondo's strategic pivot to Ondo Network, focusing on regulatory infrastructure and institutional relationships, aims to leverage its partnerships and expand its service offerings beyond tokenization.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Legal regulatory, Scalability, Asset manager initiatives, Securities law classification, Growth metrics, Institutional capital inflows, Onboarding prime brokerage

Tags: #ondofinance #rwamarket #secprobe #finraauthorization #blackrockivvetf #tokenizedtreasuries #acquisition #dtcc #ondonetwork #institutionalpartnerships

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Why DeFi giant Aave is pulling the plug on six hyped blockchains making less than $5,000 a quarter

Aave's six-chain exit proposal would freeze 25 reserves and put $4.1 million of debt on a staged wind-down path.

• Aave's risk service provider, LlamaRisk, has proposed winding down V3 deployments on six underperforming blockchains due to low revenue and high support costs.
• The proposal involves freezing reserves, redirecting interest revenue to the treasury, and gradually unwinding existing debt positions to encourage repayment.
• This move highlights Aave's focus on optimizing resource allocation and maintaining profitability within its DeFi ecosystem.

Topics: Scalability, Blockchain usage, Institutional adoption, Growth metrics, Ethereum evm l 1 s, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #aave #defi #blockchain #lending #protocol #revenue #treasury #debt #liquidity #risk

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What Bank of New York Mellon (BNY)'s On‑Chain Transfer Agency Launch Means For Shareholders

Earlier this week, BNY launched its Digital Transfer Agency capabilities, extending its fund servicing platform to support blockchain-native and traditional funds across multiple jurisdictions with on-chain recordkeeping and fiat or stablecoin transactions. The move positions BNY at the center of tokenized fund infrastructure, underpinning offerings like Baillie Gifford’s BAGEY, BLIQUID and BlackRock’s planned BSTBL share class. We’ll now examine how BNY’s on-chain transfer agency and...

• BNY Mellon has launched its Digital Transfer Agency capabilities, supporting both blockchain-native and traditional funds with on-chain recordkeeping and stablecoin transactions.
• This move positions BNY Mellon as a key player in tokenized fund infrastructure, underpinning offerings from major asset managers like BlackRock and Baillie Gifford.
• The launch is seen as a near-term catalyst for BNY Mellon's digital asset ambitions, though risks related to technology execution and market conditions remain.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Major financial incumbents, Asset manager initiatives, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #bnymellon #digitaltransferagency #tokenizedfunds #blockchain #stablecoin #recordkeeping #fundservicing #blackrock #bailliegifford #institutionaladoption

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Brokers and Exchanges Chase New Clients. Each Company Is Betting on a Different Product to Get Them

The latest disclosures from brokers, exchanges and retail trading apps show firms experimenting with simpler or more topical products, while keeping their economics tied to the trading lines they a...

• Brokers and exchanges are experimenting with new products like tokenized stocks and event contracts to attract new clients, creating a split between user acquisition and revenue generation.
• While simpler products draw users in, established trading lines like CFDs and options remain the primary revenue drivers for companies like XTB, IG, and Robinhood.
• Exchanges like Binance and Coinbase are leveraging tokenized stocks and integrated platforms to bridge crypto users into traditional finance and offer a wider range of products.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Integration with defi, Financial instruments, Alternative assets, Asset manager initiatives, Onboarding prime brokerage, Rwa collateral lending, Liquidity pools amms

Tags: #tokenizedstocks #brokers #exchanges #retailtrading #cfds #eventcontracts #robinhood #binance #coinbase #xtb

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How Robinhood Crypto’s New Stock Tokens Could Impact Digital Trading

Robinhood Crypto launches Stock Tokens on Robinhood Chain, enhancing trading options for investors. Here's why this matters.

• Robinhood Crypto has launched 'Stock Tokens' on its Robinhood Chain, enabling the trading of tokenized debt securities issued by Robinhood Assets (Jersey) Limited.
• This move aims to expand Robinhood's offerings and attract a wider range of investors, particularly in a market with mixed signals and evolving sentiment.
• While current trading volume is zero, the performance and user engagement of these tokens will be key indicators for future adoption and potential industry precedents.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Public market, Financial instruments, Asset manager initiatives, Stock equity tokenization

Tags: #robinhoodcrypto #stocktokens #robinhoodchain #tokenizeddebtsecurities #digitaltrading #regulatorycompliance #investorengagement #marketsentiment

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XRP price rises on ETF inflows: is a breakout above $1.13 now likely?

Back to the list XRP price rises on ETF inflows: is a breakout above $1.13 now likely?   invezz.com 25 m | Bitget crypto news!

• XRP price is showing signs of recovery driven by steady ETF inflows and the launch of Aviva Investors' tokenized fund on the XRP Ledger.
• Despite positive developments like institutional adoption and a tokenized fund offering exposure to short-term US dollar debt, regulatory uncertainty in the US remains a concern.
• Technical analysis suggests XRP is consolidating within a range, with a decisive break above $1.13 needed to signal a sustained rally, while short liquidations are concentrated around $1.09-$1.10.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Financial instruments, Asset manager initiatives, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #xrp #etfinflows #tokenizedfund #xrpledger #avivainvestors #usliquidityfund #secures #bnymellon #clarityact #regulatoryuncertainty

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The free ride for VanEck’s Bitcoin ETF is officially over after falling $1.4 billion short of growth target

VanEck’s HODL fee waiver ends July 31, moving the $1.076 billion Bitcoin ETF to a 0.20% sponsor fee.

• VanEck's Bitcoin ETF (HODL) is ending its sponsor fee waiver on July 31, with $1.076 billion in assets, falling short of the $2.5 billion threshold.
• Starting August 1, HODL will implement a 0.20% sponsor fee, matching Bitwise but costing slightly more than Franklin's ETF.
• Despite outflows since November 2025, HODL attracted $2.3 million on July 30, indicating continued, albeit modest, investor interest.

Topics: Bitcoin etf, Public market access, Market legitimacy adoption, Capital flows market impact

Tags: #vaneck #bitcoinetf #hodl #feewaiver #sponsorfee #assetthreshold #etfflows #bitwise #ishares #franklin

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Stablecoin Treasury Management: How the 1:1 Peg Holds

Learn how treasury management supports stablecoin operations through reserves, liquidity, risk controls, compliance, and redemption.

• Treasury management is the operational backbone of stablecoin issuers, ensuring price stability through robust reserve allocation, liquidity planning, and risk controls.
• Effective treasury operations manage assets like cash, short-term government securities, and money market funds to maintain reserves, facilitate redemptions, and generate modest returns.
• Strong treasury functions are crucial for building user confidence, meeting regulatory requirements, and supporting institutional adoption of stablecoins in global finance.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Compliance, Stablecoins digital cash, Custody security solutions

Tags: #stablecoin #treasurymanagement #reserves #liquidity #riskmanagement #redemption #usdc #usdt #pyusd #regulatorycompliance

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NEAR Adds Staking-Based Payments For AI Compute Credits

NEAR has launched a staking-based payment model for NEAR AI, giving users a way to lock NEAR tokens and receive monthly compute credits instead of...

• NEAR has introduced a novel staking-based payment system for its AI compute credits, allowing users to lock NEAR tokens for monthly access to AI models.
• This model aims to directly link token utility with AI usage, offering a programmable payment rail for autonomous agents and crypto-native users, distinct from traditional billing.
• While innovative, the success of this model hinges on user adoption and clarity regarding credit allocation, token volatility, and overall cost predictability.

Topics: Blockchain usage, Institutional adoption, Integration with defi, Ethereum evm l 1 s, Onboarding prime brokerage, Rwa collateral lending

Tags: #nearai #staking #computecredits #aimodels #tokenutility #autonomousagents #programmableaccess #nearprotocol #aicomputepayments

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Agorá Completes $1M Tokenized Cross-Border Payment Trial In 80 Seconds

BIS Project Agorá settles $1M in tokenized cross-border payments, proving faster, secure wholesale settlements in real-value testing.

• The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) successfully completed a trial for Project Agorá, settling $1 million in tokenized cross-border payments using real money across six currencies in an average of 80 seconds.
• The trial involved 28 financial institutions and central banks, demonstrating faster, safer, and more transparent wholesale settlements through tokenized central bank reserves and commercial bank deposits.
• While still a research project, the successful trial indicates growing institutional interest in tokenization for improving international payment efficiency without compromising the existing banking system's safety.

Topics: Payment system integration, Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Cross border settlement, Banking depository pilots, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #projectagora #bis #tokenizedpayments #crossbordersettlement #centralbankreserves #wholesalepayments #jpmorganchase #citi #iso20022 #atomicsettlement

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Tom Lee: AI 'Might Decide to Close Humans Entirely'—And Crypto Could Be the Safeguard

Fundstrat Head of Research Tom Lee says AI agents could eventually cut humans out of all economic activity entirely—and crypto may be the only thing that stops them.Why Lee Thinks AI Needs A Crypto Kill SwitchOn Thursday, Lee said in a Fundstrat webinar that as AI becomes capable enough to innovate…

• Tom Lee suggests that advanced AI agents might exclude humans from economic activity, with crypto serving as a potential safeguard.
• He argues that programmable blockchain transactions and micropayments are essential for keeping humans involved in an AI-driven economy, which traditional finance cannot provide.
• Ethereum is highlighted as the base settlement layer for tokenized real-world assets, with platforms like Virtuals Protocol already facilitating significant agent-to-agent transactions.

Topics: Ai automation, Blockchain usage, Integration with defi, 17 3 process automation, 6 1 ethereum evm l 1 s, 8 1 rwa collateral lending

Tags: #aiagents #crypto #blockchain #programmablemoney #micropayments #virtualsprotocol #ethereum #tokenizedrealworldassets #tomlee #fundstrat

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India’s ITR Season Creates a New Cyber Risk as Crypto Profits Meet Refund Scams

India’s tax-filing rush is colliding with its expanding cryptocurrency market, creating a timely opening for phishing gangs. As taxpayers reconcile exchange records, wallet transfers,

• India's tax season presents a heightened cyber risk as crypto profits are targeted by phishing scams, exploiting the complexity of reconciling digital asset transactions for tax filings.
• Scammers impersonate government entities, offering fake refunds and demanding sensitive information via malicious links or cloned portals, leading to credential theft and financial fraud.
• Taxpayers are urged to exercise extreme caution, verify all communications through official channels, and never share private keys or sensitive financial data to protect themselves from these evolving threats.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Compliance, Blockchain usage, 3 1 securities law classification, 33 1 automated on chain compliance, 33 2 kyc aml frameworks, 6 1 ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #indiaitrs #cryptoprofits #phishingscams #taxrefunds #cyberrisk #coindcx #virtualdigitalassets #schedulevda #cybercrime #identityverification

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数据：Monad DeFi TVL 跻身第三，超越多条主流公链

ChainCatcher 消息，按 DeFi Active TVL 排名，Monad 以 3.671 亿美元位居全球第三，仅次于以太坊（20.47 亿美元）和 Solana（4.845 亿美元）Monad 成为 RWA 赛道中增长最快的新兴 Layer 1 公链之一。

• Monad has achieved the third-highest DeFi Active TVL globally, reaching $367.1 million.
• This positions Monad behind only Ethereum and Solana, highlighting its rapid growth as a Layer 1 blockchain.
• The article specifically notes Monad's emergence as a fast-growing Layer 1 in the RWA sector.

Topics: Scalability, Blockchain usage, Institutional adoption, Growth metrics, Ethereum evm l 1 s, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #monad #defitvl #layer1 #rwa #ethereum #solana #blockchain #cryptocurrency

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Pulse of Fintech H2 2025: Global analysis of fintech funding

KPMG International - 02/2026

- Global fintech investment reversed three years of decline in 2025, rising to $116 billion from $95.5 billion in 2024, although deal volume fell to an eight-year low of 4,719.
- H2 2025 saw $56.3 billion invested across 2,169 deals, slightly less than H1 2025's $59.7 billion.
- The Americas attracted the largest share of 2025 funding with $66.5 billion, followed by EMEA ($29.2 billion) and ASPAC ($9.3 billion).
- Digital assets investment nearly doubled year-over-year to $19.1 billion in 2025,...

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Ondo News: New Ondo Network Goes Live as AlphaPepe Turns AI Trade Intelligence Into a Retail Execution Story

Press release - BTCPressWire - Ondo News: New Ondo Network Goes Live as AlphaPepe Turns AI Trade Intelligence Into a Retail Execution Story - published on openPR.com

• Ondo Network has launched a new blockchain environment for tokenized institutional assets like treasuries and equities, aiming to deepen its market position.
• AlphaPepe introduces AlphaSwap, which uses AI intelligence feeds and AlphaRouter to provide retail traders with analysis and execution for speculative tokens.
• The article contrasts Ondo's institutional focus with AlphaPepe's retail-oriented approach, highlighting both projects' dependence on user adoption for success in the expanding onchain economy.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Institutional adoption, Financial instruments, Tokenization platforms, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #ondonetwork #alphapepe #tokenizedtreasuries #realworldassets #institutionalassets #retailexecution #aitradeintelligence #alpharouter #alphaswap #onchain

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价值 7140 万美元，BlackRock 提取 1104.45 枚 BTC 至 IBIT 比特币 ETF 钱包

ChainCatcher 消息，据 Onchain Lens 监测，BlackRock 从 Coinbase Prime 累计提取 1104.45 枚 BTC，价值约 7140 万美元，并转入其 IBIT 比特币 ETF 钱包。

• BlackRock has transferred 1104.45 BTC, valued at approximately $71.4 million, from Coinbase Prime to its IBIT Bitcoin ETF wallet.
• This transaction indicates continued institutional activity and accumulation of Bitcoin for ETF purposes.
• The move highlights the growing integration of traditional finance players with digital asset markets.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Public market access, Asset manager initiatives, Bitcoin etf

Tags: #blackrock #bitcoin #etf #ibit #coinbaseprime #btc #tokenization

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Stellar Prepares for Stellar House Event in São Paulo Next Week

Stellar news: Stellar House in São Paulo next week promises engaging sessions and networking opportunities. Here's what to expect.

• Stellar is hosting its 'Stellar House' event in São Paulo next week, focusing on privacy and tokenization.
• The event will showcase innovative projects built on the Stellar network and facilitate networking opportunities.
• This event aligns with growing institutional interest in tokenization and could positively influence Stellar's market sentiment.

Topics: Blockchain usage, Legal regulatory, Institutional adoption, Non evm chains, Securities law classification, Onboarding prime brokerage

Tags: #stellar #stellarhouse #saopaulo #tokenization #privacy #blockchain #networking #innovation #financialservices #crossborderpayments

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Lo escaso ya no es el contenido, es la verificación

Cuando el contenido es infinito e indistinguible, lo único valioso es poder probar de dónde viene. Por qué la verificación es la nueva escasez.

• The article argues that in an era of infinite, AI-generated content, the scarcity and value have shifted from content creation to verification of its origin.
• Traditional trust mechanisms based on reputation are insufficient for scaling in the current information landscape, necessitating new infrastructure.
• Cryptographic signatures and verifiable records, particularly within blockchain technology, offer a solution by establishing provenance, not necessarily truthfulness, thereby restoring the ability to decide who to trust.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Infrastructure providers, Transparency audits, 3 1 securities law classification, 4 1 tokenization platforms, 11 1 proof of reserve, 11 3 on chain verification

Tags: #verificacion #inteligenciaartificial #procedencia #criptografia #confianza #contenido #escasez #blockchain #tokenizacion #auditoria

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Ondo Finance CEO explains what happens when Fidelity and Schwab enter tokenization

Ondo Finance CEO Ian De Bode tells TheStreet Roundtable why Fidelity and Schwab entering tokenized securities actually strengthens Ondo's position rather than threatening it.

• Ondo Finance CEO Ian De Bode explains that traditional finance firms like Fidelity and Schwab entering tokenization complement, rather than compete with, Ondo's DeFi-focused strategy.
• Ondo's 'wrapper model' creates DeFi-compatible tokenized assets from traditional securities like stocks and ETFs, enabling 24/7 trading and integration with decentralized protocols.
• While TradFi builds market infrastructure, Ondo focuses on DeFi distribution and utility, exemplified by products like Ondo Perps for leveraged trading with tokenized assets as collateral.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Integration with defi, Financial instruments, Tokenization platforms, Rwa collateral lending

Tags: #ondofinance #tokenizedsecurities #fidelity #charlesschwab #defi #wrappermodel #stablecoin #tokenizedstocks #etfs #perpetualfutures

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Aviva Chooses XRP Ledger for Its Tokenized Liquidity Fund and Pushes RWA Adoption Forward - Crypto Economy

Aviva Investors has taken a notable step into blockchain finance by launching a tokenized share class of its US Dollar Liquidity Fund.

• Aviva Investors has launched a tokenized share class of its US Dollar Liquidity Fund on the XRP Ledger, marking its first on-chain fund.
• The tokenized fund utilizes a 'digital twin' model, approved by the Central Bank of Ireland, with support from BNY Mellon and Komainu for asset safeguarding and custody.
• This move signifies growing institutional adoption of RWAs on blockchain, leveraging XRP Ledger's capabilities for programmable assets and future integrations.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Financial instruments, Banking depository pilots, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #avivainvestors #xrpledger #tokenizedliquidityfund #digitaltwin #centralbankofireland #bnymellon #komainu #licuido #ripple #programmableassets

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El estándar que enseña a la IA a comprar en tu nombre

El comercio agéntico llega con el UCP: un estándar que respalda cada compra de la IA con firma criptográfica y el aval de las grandes redes de tarjetas.

• Google introduced the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP), an open standard co-developed with major retailers and payment networks, to enable AI agents to conduct purchases on behalf of users.
• UCP integrates cryptographic signatures for verifiable consent, bringing Web3's verifiable authorization principles to mass-market e-commerce, backed by giants like Visa and Mastercard.
• The development raises questions about genuine decentralization of trust versus recentralization within tech giants, focusing on who controls and stores proof of user consent.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Compliance, Blockchain usage, Tokenization platforms, Automated compliance reporting, Private enterprise ledgers

Tags: #universalcommerceprotocolucp #agentcommerce #artificialintelligence #cryptographicsignature #consentverification #web3 #google #mastercard #visa #paymentauthorization

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Ethena's Synthetic Dollar To Land on BlackRock's Risk Platform

BlackRock is adding Ethena's USDe to its Aladdin platform and setting up a $100 million liquidity facility to support its tokenized fund BUIDL.

• BlackRock's Aladdin platform will integrate Ethena's synthetic dollar, USDe, enhancing institutional access to tokenized assets.
• A $100 million liquidity facility, managed by Securitize, will support BlackRock's tokenized Treasury fund, BUIDL, enabling easier conversion between BUIDL and stablecoins.
• This partnership signifies a move towards greater interoperability between traditional finance infrastructure and on-chain products, with Ethena's governance token (ENA) seeing a positive market reaction.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Asset manager initiatives, Stablecoins digital cash, Tokenization platforms

Tags: #ethena #usde #blackrock #aladdin #buidl #tokenizedtreasury #securitize #liquidityfacility #syntheticdollar

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CLARITY Act stalls as Trump vows to ‘SAVE America’ first – Approval falls to 35%

The dropping approval odds are pushing the passage odds of the CLARITY Act to the November–December 2026 timeline or New Year's 2027. 

• The CLARITY Act, aimed at establishing a legal framework for digital assets, remains stalled in the Senate despite initial bipartisan support, with approval odds dropping significantly.
• Key debates revolve around disclosure requirements, illicit finance safeguards, and ethical rules for officials, with notable opposition from Senator Elizabeth Warren and criticism from the Bank Policy Institute.
• Institutional giants like BlackRock and Fidelity are lobbying for its passage, but political leverage, particularly from former President Trump, and a packed legislative calendar create substantial uncertainty regarding its timeline for approval.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Jurisdictions, Institutional adoption, Securities law classification, Regulatory sandboxes pilots, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #clarityact #digitalassetmarket #cryptoregulation #senate #house #stablecoins #institutionalinvestors #trump #elizabethwarren #cynthialummis

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Over 1 million Americans urge senators to support the CLARITY Act

More than 1 million Americans have now contacted their US senators in support of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, a grassroots mobilization driven i | Bitget crypto news!

• Over 1 million Americans have contacted their senators in support of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (H.R. 3633), aiming to establish clear regulatory authority between the SEC and CFTC.
• A revised version of the bill, including ethics rules and a sunset provision, passed the Senate Banking Committee and has garnered support from major financial institutions like Fidelity.
• The act is seen as crucial for attracting institutional capital to digital asset markets by providing a clear federal framework, addressing consumer protection, and combating illicit finance.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Jurisdictions, Institutional adoption, Securities law classification, Cross jurisdictional policy, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #clarityact #digitalassetmarketclarityact #hr3633 #sec #cftc #congress #fidelity #cryptocouncilforinnovation #blockchainassociation #regulatoryclarity

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UK Tokenized Fund Launch Sets Regulatory Milestone

UK tokenized fund launch by Baillie Gifford integrates blockchain with traditional finance, creating a new standard for regulated investment products.

• Baillie Gifford has launched the UK's first fully native, regulated tokenized fund on the Solana blockchain, backed by BNY Mellon's infrastructure.
• This initiative represents a significant regulatory milestone, setting a precedent for institutional adoption of blockchain in traditional finance.
• The fund aims to modernize record-keeping by moving ownership records on-chain, potentially reducing intermediaries and improving efficiency.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Legal regulatory, Blockchain usage, Asset manager initiatives, Securities law classification, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #bailliegifford #tokenizedfund #solanablockchain #bnymellon #regulatorymilestone #onchain #transferagency #institutionaladoption #ukregulated

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Silver Price Dips After Investment Bank Cuts Target, But Market Deficit Remains

BitcoinWorld Silver Price Dips After Investment Bank Cuts Target, But Market Deficit Remains Silver prices fell this week after a major investment bank revised its price forecast downward, even as analysts continue to report a persistent supply deficit in the global silver market...

• Silver prices declined due to an investment bank's reduced price target, despite a persistent market supply deficit.
• The deficit is driven by strong industrial demand, particularly in green energy, outpacing mine production.
• Investors face a mixed outlook, with short-term sentiment affected by the target cut but long-term fundamentals remaining supportive, albeit with macroeconomic uncertainties.

Topics: Asset types, Market cycles macro sensitivity, Alternative assets, Interest rate sensitivity, Inflation recession impact

Tags: #silverprice #investmentbank #pricetarget #marketdeficit #industrialdemand #supplyshortfall #greenenergy #macroeconomicheadwinds #futuresmarket #spotsilver

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Baillie Gifford Launches First Fully Native UK-Tokenized Fund on Solana

Baillie Gifford issues the first fully native UK-tokenized fund on Solana, boosting blockchain's appeal to traditional finance. Here's why it matters.

• Baillie Gifford has launched the UK's first fully native tokenized fund on the Solana blockchain, backed by BNY.
• This move signifies growing acceptance of blockchain technology within traditional finance and could attract more institutional investors.
• The performance of this fund will be a key indicator for future adoption and regulatory developments in the tokenization space.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Jurisdictions, Equity, Tokenization platforms, Established hubs

Tags: #bailliegifford #solana #tokenizedfund #ukregulated #bny #traditionalfinance #blockchain #assetmanagement #institutionalinvestors

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Chainalysis: World Cup Boosted Blockchain Prediction Markets to $20B

The 2026 FIFA World Cup turned into a major proving ground for crypto-based consumer activity, with blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis estimating $20

• The 2026 FIFA World Cup saw significant blockchain activity, with prediction markets reaching $20 billion in volume and $24 million in FIFA-related digital collectible trades.
• Over 400,000 wallets participated in blockchain betting, with the US and China leading in volume, and illicit activity remaining below 1% of participating wallets.
• The event highlights blockchain's potential for mainstream adoption in global events, emphasizing the critical role of compliance and identity verification as user bases expand.

Topics: Scalability, Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Retail global adoption, Onboarding prime brokerage, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #chainalysis #worldcup #predictionmarkets #blockchain #digitalcollectibles #nfts #compliance #useradoption #volume #betting

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Why 37 million Celsius bankruptcy shares are blocked from an immediate cash-out despite Nasdaq debut

Ionic Digital’s Nasdaq listing created a market for Celsius-linked shares, while transfer and legal restrictions can delay sales.

• Ionic Digital, which acquired Celsius Mining assets, has listed on Nasdaq, creating a public market for shares issued to former Celsius creditors.
• Despite the listing, not all shareholders can immediately cash out due to broker transfer processes and securities law restrictions.
• The direct listing allows for price discovery for existing equity but does not raise new capital for Ionic.

Topics: Asset types, Legal regulatory, Scalability, Alternative assets, Securities law classification, Market depth liquidity

Tags: #celsiusbankruptcy #ionicdigital #nasdaqlisting #creditorshares #directlisting #securitiesrestrictions #brokertransfers #pricediscovery #liquidity

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SoFi reported 388,336 crypto products, but Q2 net transaction revenue only reached $1.2 million

SoFi reported $1.183 million in Q2 net crypto transaction revenue from $134.267 million gross, but no standalone profit figure.

• SoFi reported $1.183 million in Q2 net crypto transaction revenue, a small fraction of its $134.267 million gross revenue, after accounting for $133.084 million in transaction costs.
• The company has 388,336 cumulative crypto accounts, but does not disclose standalone crypto profit or active user metrics, making per-user economics difficult to calculate.
• While net revenue saw a sequential increase from Q1, the filing indicates that SoFi acts as a principal in crypto transactions, with most revenue flowing back to cover asset purchases and sales.

Topics: Asset types, Scalability, Stablecoins digital cash, Growth metrics

Tags: #sofi #cryptorevenue #transactioncosts #netrevenue #cumulativeaccounts #profitability #grossbasis #fees #q2filing #digitalfinancialservices

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What is in the merged CLARITY Act text, and what changed

The Senate released 616 pages merging two committee drafts into one bill. Here is what the combined text actually does, section by section.

• The merged CLARITY Act text (H.R. 3633) categorizes digital assets into three buckets: digital commodities (CFTC), investment contracts (SEC), and payment stablecoins (GENIUS Act), with a maturity certification process for graduation.
• Key provisions include an ETP grandfather clause for Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, SOL, and DOGE, a DeFi developer shield, and a new government ethics title, though the latter faces Democratic opposition due to enforcement and sunset clauses.
• The bill's passage is uncertain, with its shelving for the summer recess and upcoming September session, facing challenges in securing the necessary 60 Senate votes, particularly due to the ethics provision deadlock.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Jurisdictions, Institutional adoption, Securities law classification, Cross jurisdictional policy, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #clarityact #digitalassets #sec #cftc #stablecoins #etpgrandfatherclause #blockchainregulatorycertaintyact #defi #governmentethics #lawenforcement

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Coinbase Misses on Q2 Earnings as Crypto Trading Activity Slows

The exchange reported lower quarterly revenue and a net loss as crypto trading activity declined, while subscription, stablecoin, and lending businesses continued to grow.

• Coinbase reported a Q2 net loss of $359 million on revenue of $1.22 billion, missing earnings estimates due to a significant decline in crypto trading activity.
• Despite lower trading volumes, subscription and services revenue grew, with stablecoin revenue reaching $292 million and USDC holdings hitting a record high.
• The company remains optimistic about future growth, particularly in areas like prediction markets and agentic finance, and continues to expand its market share in crypto trading.

Topics: Asset types, Scalability, Institutional adoption, Stablecoins digital cash, Growth metrics, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #coinbase #q2earnings #cryptotrading #revenuedecline #netloss #subscriptionservices #stablecoinrevenue #usdc #marketshare #predictionmarkets

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Finance, treasury leaders keep eye on payment visibility, TCH exec says

For finance and treasury leaders, how to gain deeper visibility into their payment rails and processes is top of mind, TCH’S Rich Dooley said.

• Finance and treasury leaders are prioritizing enhanced visibility and control over their payment systems and processes.
• The Clearing House (TCH) is focusing on providing deeper insights into payment rails and is involved in initiatives to connect traditional payments with blockchain technology, including tokenized deposits.
• While not needing to be early adopters, companies aim to stay competitive by understanding and integrating new payment innovations, with CFOs playing a key strategic role.

Topics: Payment system integration, Banks bankingsystems, Infrastructure providers, Crossborder transactions, Core banking integration, Tokenization platforms

Tags: #paymentvisibility #treasuryleaders #theclearinghousetch #realtimepaymentsrtp #tokenizeddeposits #financialinnovation #liquidityvisibility #iso20022 #blockchainenabledtransactions

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Soulpower Acquisition Corporation (NYSE:SOUL) and SWB Holdings Announce BVI Court Approval in Connection with Bank of Asia (BVI) Transaction

NEW YORK, NY, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Soulpower Acquisition Corporation (NYSE: SOUL) (“Soulpower”) and SWB Holdings (“Pubco”) today announced that the Commercial Division of the High Court of Justice of the Virgin Islands has granted the application filed by the joint liquidators of Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited (in liquidation) in connection with the proposed transaction with SWB LLC.

• Soulpower Acquisition Corporation and SWB Holdings announced BVI court approval for a transaction involving the liquidation of Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited.
• SWB LLC is set to acquire certain assets, but still requires a banking license from the FSC and deposit protection approval from VIDIC.
• The overall business combination remains subject to shareholder approval and other closing conditions, with plans to file with the SEC.

Topics: Jurisdictions, Legal regulatory, Infrastructure providers, Regulatory sandboxes pilots, Securities law classification, Tokenization platforms

Tags: #soulpoweracquisitioncorporation #swbholdings #bankofasiabvilimited #bvicourtapproval #assetsaleagreement #bankinglicense #fsc #vidic #businesscombination #soulworldbank

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The Next Financial Frontier: Why Tokenization Could Revolutionize Global Finance

The most immediate and transformative benefit of tokenization is its ability to unlock liquidity in historically illiquid markets.

• Tokenization is poised to revolutionize global finance by converting real-world assets into digital tokens on a blockchain, unlocking liquidity in traditionally illiquid markets through fractional ownership.
• It significantly collapses settlement times and operational costs by enabling atomic settlement and automating administrative tasks via smart contracts, while programmable compliance addresses regulatory friction for borderless transactions.
• Major financial institutions are actively launching tokenized products, signaling a significant shift towards an on-chain future, though challenges in legal frameworks and interoperability remain.

Topics: Asset types, Scalability, Institutional adoption, Financial instruments, Institutional capital inflows, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #tokenization #realworldassets #liquidity #blockchain #smartcontracts #fractionalownership #settlementtimes #programmablecompliance #institutionaladoption #financialinfrastructure

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Aave Proposal Would Axe $98M of Markets Across 6 Chains

Aave proposal targets 50 low-adoption reserves plus six chain deployments — $98.1M supplied, $15.6M debt — under its new post-KelpDAO risk framework.

• Aave is proposing to remove 50 low-adoption reserves and shut down 6 smaller blockchain deployments, impacting $98.1M in supplied assets and $15.6M in debt.
• This move is driven by a new risk framework aimed at reducing operational costs, improving risk management, and eliminating underperforming markets.
• The proposal seeks to streamline Aave's operations by prioritizing efficiency and risk control over sheer network expansion.

Topics: Scalability, Legal regulatory, Blockchain usage, Market depth liquidity, Enforcement actions litigation, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #aave #riskframework #lowadoptionreserves #chaindeployments #governance #liquidity #maintenancecosts #bridgedassets #pendle #kelpdao

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Hyperscale Data sells 100 BTC to fund AI center

Hyperscale Data sold about 100 Bitcoin and secured a BTC-backed credit line to fund its Michigan AI data center and equipment purchases.

• Hyperscale Data has sold approximately 100 Bitcoin and secured a BTC-backed credit line to finance the construction of its Michigan AI data center.
• The company retains over 1,000 BTC and is exploring revenue streams beyond Bitcoin mining by adapting its infrastructure for AI computing.
• This move aligns with a broader trend of Bitcoin miners diversifying into AI infrastructure, leveraging existing power and data center capabilities for potentially steadier revenue.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Financial instruments, Asset manager initiatives, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #hyperscaledata #bitcoin #aidatacenter #btcbackedcreditline #michigan #corporatetreasury #gpu #financing

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The Eleventh-Hour Push for CLARITY

We’re handing the reins over today to our senior blockchain analyst, Ben Lilly, with a CLARITY update.

• The CLARITY Act, a crucial piece of legislation for the digital asset market framework, is facing an eleventh-hour push for passage in the Senate before the August 7 recess.
• Key sticking points include ethics language and securing a floor vote, with significant lobbying efforts from both digital asset companies and major financial institutions like BlackRock and Fidelity.
• The SEC has indicated it has a 'Plan B' for crypto regulation if the CLARITY Act fails, but a codified law is preferred for permanence, while ongoing negotiations around agency appointments and enforcement mechanisms are critical for final approval.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Political endorsements opposition, Institutional adoption, Securities law classification, Legislative debates, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #clarityact #cryptobill #sec #cftc #regulation #tokenization #wallstreet #senatevote #ethicslanguage #projectcrypto

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CODE IS NOT LAW

Carla L. Reyes, Andrea Tosato & Andrew Hinkes - 01/2024

- Ownership rights in digital assets derive from positive law, not solely from the software systems (code) that create and maintain them.
- Lawrence Lessig's maxim "code is law" describes code as architectural constraint or "soft law," not as positive, enforceable law.
- The core thesis is that code acquires legal force only when formally empowered (invested) by the legal system's secondary rules.
- The analysis utilizes H.L.A. Hart's legal theory, distinguishing between primary rules (duties/ri...

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VTB and Crypto Instruments: How the Bank Plans to Be Among the First in Russia to Get a License

Introduction VTB estimates the Russian market for crypto instruments at several tens of billions of rubles — and the bank intends to capture a significant

• VTB plans to be among the first Russian banks to obtain licenses for crypto-instrument operations following new legislation effective September 1, 2026.
• The bank aims to capture a significant share of Russia's multi-billion ruble crypto market by integrating crypto instruments into its existing digital ecosystem, including the digital ruble and DFAs, and offering institutional custody through a digital depository.
• Key challenges include navigating secondary sanctions, ensuring market liquidity within a regulated perimeter, and gaining recognition for cross-border settlements from partner countries.

Topics: Jurisdictions, Legal regulatory, Institutional adoption, Emerging hubs, Regulatory sandboxes pilots, Securities law classification, Banking depository pilots

Tags: #vtb #russia #cryptocurrency #digitalassets #licensing #crossbordersettlements #experimentallegalregime #digitaldepository #qualifiedinvestors #sanctions

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Forward Industries Builds Solana-Focused Treasury Platform with Active On-Chain Strategy

Forward Industries is developing a Solana treasury platform that leverages staking, lending, and DeFi, holding over 7 million SOL and targeting gross yields of 6.5-7.2%.

• Forward Industries is developing a Solana-focused treasury platform that actively participates in staking, lending, and DeFi to generate yields.
• The company holds over 7 million SOL and aims for gross yields of 6.5-7.2%, utilizing its proprietary liquid staking token, fwdSOL.
• Forward Industries is also pursuing the acquisition of the Solana Company to enhance scale and expertise within the Solana ecosystem.

Topics: Asset types, Blockchain usage, Institutional adoption, Alternative assets, Ethereum evm l 1 s, Asset manager initiatives

Tags: #forwardindustries #solana #treasuryplatform #staking #decentralizedfinance #fwdsol #validatorinfrastructure #solanacompany #digitalassettreasury #onchainstrategy

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Senators said to strike idea to toughen Trump's concession on Clarity Act's crypto limits

Insiders say that the bipartisan Senate duo revamping the bill's Trump-approved ethics section have come up with something they hope wins sufficient yes votes.

• US Senators Thom Tillis and Ruben Gallego are working on a compromise for the Clarity Act's ethics provision, aiming to address concerns about cryptocurrency conflicts of interest for senior officials.
• The proposed changes are particularly focused on President Trump's business ties to crypto, with a White House-approved section facing criticism for being too lenient.
• The bill's passage is time-sensitive, with a looming August recess and potential political shifts after the midterm elections impacting its chances of becoming law this year.

Topics: Legal regulatory, Jurisdictions, Institutional adoption, Securities law classification, Regulatory sandboxes pilots, Banking depository pilots

Tags: #clarityact #cryptolimits #senate #ethicsprovision #trump #thomtillis #rubengallego #stablecoinrewards #defi #legislativecompromise

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Las acciones tokenizadas de Binance alcanzan 500 millones en siete semanas y la generación Z lidera la demanda

Los bStocks de Binance superaron 500 millones en activos en siete semanas, con la generación Z liderando la demanda de acciones tokenizadas 24/7.

• Binance's tokenized stocks (bStocks) have surpassed $500 million in assets under management within seven weeks of launch, demonstrating significant market traction.
• Generation Z is leading the demand for bStocks, with 41.5% of users making their first traditional investment through these tokens, indicating a new entry point into traditional finance.
• While the product offers 24/7 trading and free conversion, its availability is restricted to eligible users in specific jurisdictions, and its structure relies on trust in the issuer and custody agreements.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Scalability, Equity, Asset manager initiatives, Growth metrics

Tags: #binance #bstocks #tokenizedstocks #generationz #247trading #emergingmarkets #traditionalfinance #entrypoint #adgm #btechholdings

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Robinhood Posts Best Quarter Ever as Prediction Market and Robinhood Chain Take Off

Robinhood posted a record $1.31 billion in revenue in Q2. Prediction markets are now doing the work crypto used to for the company.

• Robinhood achieved a record $1.31 billion in Q2 revenue, driven by strong performance in equities, options, and a significant surge in prediction markets.
• Despite a decline in crypto trading revenue, Robinhood is expanding its crypto offerings with the successful launch of Robinhood Chain, a purpose-built Ethereum L2 for tokenized real-world assets.
• The company also introduced new products like Rothera, a prediction markets exchange, and agentic trading, indicating a strategic shift towards innovative financial products and services.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Blockchain usage, Scalability, Asset manager initiatives, Layer 2 scaling, Growth metrics

Tags: #robinhood #predictionmarkets #robinhoodchain #tokenizedrealworldassets #eventcontracts #rwa #ethereumlayer2 #stocktokens #agentictrading #financialresults

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IOTA Stuck in Stagnation; Can its PYTH Price Feeds Integration Overturn Market Slump?

Pyth Oracle is now available on IOTA, providing customers with access to reliable price data and a catalyst for user enthusiasm and price recovery on the chain.

• IOTA has integrated Pyth Network's price feed infrastructure to provide real-time, accurate market data for various financial assets on its blockchain.
• This integration aims to enhance user experience, improve trading accuracy, and potentially catalyze a price recovery for IOTA, which has been experiencing a market slump.
• The move signifies IOTA's commitment to reliable data for RWA tokenization and DeFi applications, despite current broader market downturns.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Blockchain usage, Integration with defi, Oracles data feeds, Ethereum evm l 1 s, Rwa collateral lending

Tags: #iota #pythnetwork #pricefeeds #oracle #blockchainintegration #realworldassets #tokenization #cryptoassets #marketdata #decentralizedfinance

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Analyst Attributes Bitcoin Decline to Weak Demand, Not MicroStrategy Strategy

TL;DRJamie Coutts rejects claims that Strategy caused Bitcoin’s decline, arguing weak demand and tightening global liquidity better explain the market reversal

• Analyst Jamie Coutts attributes Bitcoin's decline to weak demand and tightening global liquidity, rather than MicroStrategy's strategy.
• Competing capital demands from AI, private fundraising, and significant U.S. government debt issuance are absorbing funds, creating structural pressure.
• Future demand for crypto may be driven by tokenization and autonomous AI agents, signaling a shift from speculation-driven cycles.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Scalability, Market cycles macro sensitivity, Asset manager initiatives, Institutional capital inflows, Interest rate sensitivity, Inflation recession impact

Tags: #bitcoin #jamiecoutts #microstrategy #liquidity #demand #tokenization #aiagents #governmentdebt #marketcycle #riskassets

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Lava’s Tokenization Sandbox Goes Live with €500M Energy Initiative as Institutional RWA Pipeline Expands

George Town, Cayman Islands, 29th July 2026, Chainwire

• Lava Network's Tokenization Sandbox has launched a live energy-focused deployment with Electric Blue, aiming for up to €500 million in tokenized financing for battery storage assets in Germany.
• The initiative builds on Lava's growing institutional pipeline, which includes a $5.4 billion real estate development in the Dominican Republic and other tokenized financial assets.
• The Sandbox provides participants with access to Lava's decentralized RPC and API infrastructure, enabling them to test blockchain-based asset issuance and settlement in real-world environments.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Scalability, Real assets, Tokenization platforms, Institutional capital inflows

Tags: #lavanetwork #tokenizationsandbox #electricblue #energystorage #realestatetokenization #institutionalpipeline #blockchaininfrastructure #decentralizedrpc #apiinfrastructure #germany

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Bank of Montreal completes $5B in synthetic risk transfers across two corporate loan portfolios

• Bank of Montreal has completed two synthetic risk transfer (SRT) deals totaling $5 billion in corporate loans, utilizing its Muskoka and Algonquin programs.
• These transactions allow BMO to reduce its regulatory capital burden by transferring a portion of potential loan losses to outside investors, without selling the loans.
• The deals highlight a growing trend among Canadian banks to use SRTs as a capital management tool, driven by strong investor demand for such products.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Risk default, Financial instruments, Banking depository pilots, Credit counterparty risk

Tags: #bankofmontreal #syntheticrisktransfer #corporateloans #capitalrelief #investorappetite #firstlosstranche #regulatorycapital #canadianbanks #assetmanagement

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Grayscale Research sees potential for onchain vaults to rival traditional finance’s trillion-dollar credit market

Grayscale Research published a report on July 29 arguing that onchain vaults, a relatively quiet corner of DeFi, could eventually compete with one of tra | Bitget crypto news!

• Grayscale Research suggests onchain vaults in DeFi could rival traditional finance's $1.5 trillion CLO market.
• Onchain vaults offer transparency and potentially better liquidity by utilizing blockchain infrastructure, with 79% currently focused on stablecoins for yield.
• Regulatory uncertainty, particularly regarding US securities law and active curators, remains a significant challenge for the growth of onchain vaults.

Topics: Asset types, Integration with defi, Scalability, Stablecoins digital cash, Rwa collateral lending, Growth metrics, Market depth liquidity

Tags: #onchainvaults #grayscaleresearch #defi #collateralizedloanobligations #closs #ethereum #base #solana #stablecoins #yield

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SBI Targets $6T On-Chain Finance Market With Canton Network Expansion and New Digital Unit

Key Takeaways: SBI Holdings has changed the name of its company SBI Security Solutions to SBI Digital Practice to favour on-chain finance activitie | Bitget crypto news!

• SBI Holdings has rebranded its subsidiary to SBI Digital Practice to focus on on-chain finance and expand its services on the Canton Network.
• The Canton Network, supporting over 600 institutions and $6 trillion in tokenized assets, is designed for regulated financial entities, offering privacy and interoperability.
• SBI's initiative aims to provide comprehensive blockchain solutions, including infrastructure development and cross-border payment systems, signaling growing institutional confidence in tokenized markets.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Integration with defi, Jurisdictions, Tokenization platforms, On chain treasury management, Regulatory sandboxes pilots

Tags: #sbiholdings #cantonnetwork #onchainfinance #digitalpractice #tokenizedassets #institutionaladoption #blockchaininfrastructure #crossborderpayments #regulatedfinancialinstitutions #dtcc

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Пазарът на Stellar RWA достигна 3,06 милиарда долара, но активността се сви, като стейбълкойните поемат контрола

RWA екосистемата на Stellar отчита ръст на стойността, но срив на скоростта, тъй като стейбълкойните доминират Токенизираните активи в реалния свят на Stellar достигнаха 3,06 милиарда долара в 70 продукта, но обемът на трансферите се е сринал с 50,57%, до

• Stellar's RWA ecosystem has reached $3.06 billion in value across 70 products, but transaction volume has significantly decreased by 50.57%.
• Stablecoin activity on Stellar has surged, with transaction volume 17 times higher than RWA, indicating stablecoins are the primary driver of network activity.
• To boost RWA activity, Stellar needs increased liquidity, diverse products, improved infrastructure, and regulatory clarity, aiming to match the speed and user engagement of its stablecoin ecosystem.

Topics: Asset types, Scalability, Blockchain usage, Financial instruments, Market depth liquidity, Non evm chains

Tags: #stellar #rwa #stablecoins #tokenization #spiko #liquidity #transactionvolume #assetmanagement #blockchain

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Trump threatens Iran as oil jumps 7% and stocks sink

President Donald Trump threatened a forceful response after Iran fired missiles at U.S. forces in Jordan, ending a brief pause in fighting and sending oil prices sharply higher. Trump vows retaliation after Iran missile attack Iran’s Revolutionary Guards fired several…

• President Trump threatened a strong response after Iran fired missiles at U.S. forces in Jordan, leading to a sharp increase in oil prices and a decline in stock markets.
• Oil prices surged due to renewed risks to Middle East supplies, while U.S. Treasury sanctioned companies involved in Iran-linked crypto payments to bypass sanctions.
• Bitcoin experienced a brief recovery after the Federal Reserve maintained interest rates, but further military actions could impact stocks and crypto negatively.

Topics: Asset types, Jurisdictions, Legal regulatory, Real assets, Cross jurisdictional policy, Enforcement actions litigation

Tags: #trump #iran #oilprices #stockmarket #bitcoin #ustreasury #sanctions #middleeast #geopolitics #energysupply

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BANA Accelerates Global RWA Financial Ecosystem Expansion with Strategic Focus on the Middle East and Europe

New York, NY, July 29th, 2026, FinanceWireBANA Exchange positions itself as a next-generation blockchain financial platform, connecting real-world assets with digital finance through advanced tokenization infrastructure.As the global adoption of Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization continues to resh…

• BANA Exchange is accelerating its global expansion, focusing on the Middle East and Europe to build a comprehensive blockchain financial ecosystem for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs).
• The company's strategy involves establishing a strong presence in Dubai, leveraging its progressive regulatory environment and strategic location to connect traditional finance with blockchain technology.
• BANA aims to provide an integrated platform for RWA issuance, trading, and custody, positioning itself as a key infrastructure provider in the growing RWA sector.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Jurisdictions, Scalability, Tokenization platforms, Established hubs, Emerging hubs, Institutional capital inflows

Tags: #banaexchange #rwatokenization #blockchainfinancialplatform #middleeast #europe #dubai #digitalassets #tokenizedrealworldassets #assettokenization #integratedecosystem

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Robinhood reports $25M revenue from Trump accounts in Q2 as program draws 7 million sign-ups

• Robinhood reported $25 million in Q2 2026 revenue from the new government-backed 'Trump Accounts' for minors, which saw over 7 million sign-ups.
• The program, a collaboration with the US Treasury and BNY Mellon, aims to democratize finance by providing a $1,000 government seed contribution for eligible minors.
• While the revenue stream shows significant early promise, potential risks include political volatility and operational cost fluctuations as the program scales.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Jurisdictions, Scalability, Banking depository pilots, Established hubs, Growth metrics

Tags: #robinhood #trumpaccounts #youthinvestmentprogram #governmentcontract #revenue #signups #bnymellon #ustreasury #democratizingfinance #financialinclusion

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What AI says about AI eating itself and the world...

Deutsche Bank Research Institute (Jim Reid, Adrian Cox) - 02/2026

- The proprietary AI tool dbLumina, running on Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro, generated a deep research analysis on AI disruption across global sectors.
- The AI-generated report projects that AI will increase global GDP and significantly boost labor productivity.
- Data-rich sectors characterized by repetitive, pattern-based tasks are identified as most susceptible to AI disruption.
- Information Technology and Software are singled out for disruption due to automation of core development tasks and po...

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BTGO|BitGo Holdings Ord Shs Class A|Price:4.950|Chg%:-0.210

• BitGo Holdings is a digital asset infrastructure company offering a platform with self-custody wallets, qualified custody, liquidity, and prime services.
• The company has strong industry revenue leadership but has recently experienced a turnaround to a loss, with no dividends paid in five years.
• Despite a recent loss, institutional buying has increased significantly, and the company's Price-to-Book ratio suggests it is fairly valued.

Topics: Infrastructure providers, Institutional adoption, Asset types, Custody security solutions, Onboarding prime brokerage, Stablecoins digital cash, Financial instruments

Tags: #bitgoholdings #digitalassetinfrastructure #selfcustodywallet #qualifiedcustody #liquidity #primebrokerage #realworldassets #stablecoinasaservice #institutionalholdings #bitcointreasuries

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Prosegur Digital Gold: llega a Argentina el oro tokenizado respaldado en físico

Prosegur Digital Gold llega a Argentina: oro tokenizado respaldado 100% en físico, con custodia blockchain y compra desde un gramo.

• Prosegur Crypto has launched Prosegur Digital Gold in Argentina, offering tokenized gold backed by physical metal stored in secure facilities.
• Each token represents one gram of certified pure gold, with operations recorded on the blockchain for traceability and price following international market rates.
• The initiative aligns with Argentina's evolving regulatory framework for virtual assets, emphasizing AML and KYC compliance.

Topics: Asset types, Infrastructure providers, Compliance, Alternative assets, Tokenization platforms, Aml antimoneylaundering

Tags: #prosegurdigitalgold #tokenizedgold #argentina #blockchain #custody #physicalgold #minosglobal #prosegurcrypto #aml #kyc

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Jersey Mike's IPO: Kraken Opens Access in 110+ Countries

Kraken will offer Jersey Mike's IPO shares to US clients and JMKEx tokenized stock across 110+ countries. Allocations aren't guaranteed - SpaceX proved that.

• Kraken is offering access to Jersey Mike's IPO shares through traditional allocations for US clients and tokenized stock (JMKEx) for international clients in over 110 countries.
• The JMKEx token aims to provide 24/7 trading and DeFi integration, but its value is dependent on one-to-one backing with underlying shares and faces risks like allocation shortfalls and price gaps.
• The article highlights the growing market for tokenized equities, driven by international demand and crypto platform competition, but cautions that allocation risk and price alignment remain key challenges, as seen in the previous SpaceX offering.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Integration with defi, Equity, Asset manager initiatives, On chain treasury management

Tags: #jerseymikes #ipo #kraken #tokenizedstock #jmkex #xstocksalliance #retailinvestors #spacex #allocationrisk #defi

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PAX Gold Price Prediction: PAXG Dips, BTC Pulls Below $64K, All While Pepeto Raises $10.5M

Press release - TOKENWIRE - PAX Gold Price Prediction: PAXG Dips, BTC Pulls Below $64K, All While Pepeto Raises $10.5M - published on openPR.com

• PAX Gold (PAXG) is experiencing record activity and investor interest, driven by central bank gold purchases and forecasts of rising gold prices.
• Despite PAXG's stability and potential returns, the article positions a new token, Pepeto, as a significantly more lucrative opportunity due to its presale success, upcoming Binance listing, and integrated trading tools.
• The article contrasts the measured returns of tokenized gold with the potentially exponential gains offered by Pepeto, urging readers to invest in the presale before its imminent price increase post-listing.

Topics: Asset types, Institutional adoption, Yield performance, Alternative assets, Asset manager initiatives, Treasury bond yields

Tags: #paxgold #paxg #pepeto #tokenizedgold #presale #binancelisting #goldprice #centralbanks #jpmorgan #stakingapy

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Scammers in Kazakhstan Lure Victims with Small Payouts Before Major Fraud

Scammers in Kazakhstan lure victims with small withdrawals before big investments. National Bank warns of fake tokenized gold and AI. Report to police or call 1477.

• Scammers in Kazakhstan are using fake 'tokenized gold' and AI investment schemes to defraud victims.
• They lure individuals with small initial payouts before demanding larger sums for fake taxes and fees, then disappear.
• The National Bank warns citizens to report such scams to the police and avoid unsolicited investment offers.

Topics: Asset types, Legal regulatory, Risk default, Alternative assets, Enforcement actions litigation, Smart contract vulnerabilities

Tags: #scammers #kazakhstan #tokenizedgold #aiscam #investmentscam #nationalbank #fraud #socialmedia #fakeplatform

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Pepeto's Binance New Listing Could Outperform Where Cardano and Avalanche Stalled

Press release - TOKENWIRE - Pepeto's Binance New Listing Could Outperform Where Cardano and Avalanche Stalled - published on openPR.com

• Pepeto is positioned for a significant price increase following its upcoming Binance listing, contrasting with the substantial drawdowns experienced by Cardano and Avalanche.
• The article highlights Pepeto's unique tokenomics, including a cross-chain bridge and AI risk scorer, and its presale success as indicators of potential outperformance.
• It contrasts Pepeto's prospects with the historical struggles of Cardano and Avalanche, emphasizing the importance of project structure and market attention in the current crypto landscape.

Topics: Institutional adoption, Scalability, Blockchain usage, Asset manager initiatives, Growth metrics, Ethereum evm l 1 s

Tags: #pepeto #binancelisting #cardano #avalanche #presale #tokenomics #crosschainbridge #pepetoairiskscorer #solidproofaudit #storjlabs

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