Securitize, a leading tokenized real-world asset (RWA) platform and issuer of BlackRock’s Ethereum-based $BUIDL fund, announced today its integration with the Solana blockchain to expand institutional-grade financial products. Notably, the partnership aims to accelerate adoption of blockchain-based asset tokenization by combining Solana’s high-speed infrastructure with Securitize’s regulatory-compliant framework.   BREAKING: BLACKROCK BACKED BY SECURITIZE…

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has resumed its staking services for U.S. customers in 39 states, nearly two years after halting the program as part of a $30 million settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The relaunch, announced Tuesday, supports 17 digital assets, including Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Polkadot (DOT), and Cardano (ADA).   Notably, Kraken’s…

Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents explore the possibility of securing a pardon from Donald Trump, as their son appeals his 25-year fraud conviction.

Grayscale’s Bitcoin Mining ETF (MNRS) is now listed on NYSE Arca, offering exposure to Bitcoin mining companies.

Gemini CEO Tyler Winklevoss announces a ban on hiring MIT graduates until the university severs ties with Gary Gensler.

DeepSeek’s rise triggers sharp declines in publicly traded bitcoin mining stocks, with major firms like Marathon Digital and Riot Platforms seeing double-digit losses. Investors reassess risks as AI adoption accelerates. On January 27, 2025, U.S. and European equities experienced declines amid heightened interest in the Chinese artificial intelligence platform, DeepSeek. This shift in market sentiment…

Hive Digital’s $56 million acquisition of a 200 MW hydro-powered mining facility in Paraguay will increase its global Bitcoin mining capacity to 25 EH/s by late 2025. Hive Digital Secures Major Paraguay Expansion Hive Digital Technologies Ltd. (TSXV: HIVE) has announced a $56 million acquisition of Bitfarms’ 200-megawatt (MW) hydro-powered Bitcoin mining facility in Yguazú,…

X has partnered with Visa to launch the X Money Account, integrating instant payments, debit card features, and secure transfers. This move brings Elon Musk’s vision of an “everything app” closer to reality. Social media giant X (formerly Twitter) has announced a partnership with Visa to introduce the X Money Account, a new financial service…

A Chinese court yesterday ruled Futures trading on exchanges is illegal gambling and against Chinese anti-gambling laws.  The Court reacted to a Chinese exchange BKEX 1000 leverage which it called inappropriate and used to promote bets on Price movements.  Employees and external promoters working with the exchange were prosecuted by the court. They were eventually…