Austin Mwendia

Highlights: Amina Bank has become the first to offer regulated POL staking to institutions. Institutional clients can now stake POL under Swiss rules, supporting the Polygon network security. The new Amina Bank service will boost Polygon adoption and strengthen ties […]

Highlights: Ripple has expanded its blockchain reach through Bahrain Fintech Bay to boost digital payments. The partnership will support pilot projects, training, and innovation across Bahrain’s growing financial ecosystem. Ripple partnered with Bahrain to promote RLUSD adoption and strengthen blockchain […]

Highlights: The UK Treasury has appointed a digital markets champion to guide tokenized finance and modernize market systems. The new task force will replace paper shares with digital records. The FCA lifted the retail crypto ETN ban, while the Bank […]

Highlights: Coinbase has launched staking services in New York to offer residents direct access to Ethereum and Solana rewards. The New York approval signals a shift toward fairer access for crypto users previously blocked from staking. Coinbase’s growth and state-level […]

Highlights: YZi Labs has launched a $1 billion fund to support early builders and boost innovation. The fund gives startups access to capital, mentorship, and a wide developer network. BNB Chain has gained strong momentum as new projects attract funding […]

Highlights: Russian police seized mining rigs in St Petersburg after uncovering years of illegal power manipulation. Authorities in Russia and Abu Dhabi tighten rules to stop crypto mining abuse and electricity theft on farms. Crypto mining rigs now face stricter […]

Highlights: SEC Chair Paul Atkins plans to finalize a crypto innovation exemption by the end of 2025. The innovation exemption aims to keep developers and startups working in the United States. Clear rules and the SEC innovation exemption could boost […]

Highlights: The TRUMP token issuer has launched a treasury plan as the coin struggles to recover from its steep market decline. Fight Fight Fight LLC plans to raise $200 million to support the TRUMP token and stabilize its market value. […]

Highlights: BNY Mellon is piloting tokenized deposits to enable instant fund transfers and faster payments. The bank has partnered with Goldman Sachs to maintain tokenized money market fund records. Global banks like JPMorgan and HSBC are also exploring tokenized deposits […]

Highlights: Dubai’s VARA has fined 19 crypto firms and has warned that unlicensed operations will face strict enforcement actions. The regulator has directed all noncompliant firms to halt services and follow proper licensing rules. VARA is working to maintain investor […]

Highlights: The EU has moved to restrict the A7A5 stablecoin after reports linked it to Russia-related crypto transactions. The growth has sparked debate over its impact on the regional stablecoin market. The sanctions come after major exchanges flagged links to […]

Highlights: India plans to launch a digital currency to enable faster and paperless transactions. India aims to curb risky trading while supporting digital innovation in the industry. The digital rupee signals a shift toward digital tokens as India keeps up […]