UAE’s stake in Trump crypto bank, Kraken’s in Hyperliquid US plan
Donald Trump’s crypto ventures face fresh scrutiny over bank ownership, the $GOLD token, Hyperliquid’s U.S. return, and a decline in SEC enforcement.
Explore Blockchains
La Mint launches digital collectibles marketplace for creator content
La Mint expands its BSV-based social platform with a marketplace for limited-edition digital collectibles, giving creators new ways of monetization.
Japan, India use blockchain for bonds; Thailand on crypto ETFs
Japan, India, and Thailand are advancing blockchain finance through initiatives in instant settlements, tokenized bonds, and digital currency ETFs.
Stablecoins boom as sovereign era arrives
Hong Kong's stablecoin market gains a distributor bank as card transactions top $10B, while the UAE emerges as a model for the new sovereign stablecoin era.
AI The AI bubble needs 3 miracles
In this piece, Kurt Wuckert Jr. looks at AI’s $1 trillion boom and how it faces a financing problem as uncertain revenue challenges the industry’s math.
Kenya, Ethiopia boost digital ID; Zimbabwe tackle digital risks
Kenya, Ethiopia, and Zimbabwe are boosting digital transformation through improved digital ID systems, GDP growth, and a focus on cybersecurity in payments.
Bitcoin faces pressure from EU carbon rules, UK banks
EU carbon prices may drive block reward miners overseas, while U.K. banks face accusations of restricting access to bank services for digital asset firms.
Bank of England’s stablecoin goals; can stablecoins fix US debt?
Stablecoin rules are evolving in the U.K. and the U.S., while rising demand is linking digital currencies to payments, Treasury markets, and AI agents.
Syria races to modernize finance; Pakistan sets licensing deadline
Syria moves to launch a new electronic payment system, while Pakistan orders crypto exchanges to seek preliminary approval or face regulatory action.
Germany leads MiCA licenses as EU tightens crypto rules
Germany leads in the EU in MiCA licenses as 14 non-EU crypto firms face transaction bans, while the ECB moves ahead with its digital euro plans.