Global trade hub DMCC collaborates with Crypto.com to explore blockchain-enabled infrastructure for real-world asset tokenization across commodity markets. DMCC announced a strategic partnership with Crypto.com on December 16, 2025, aimed at leveraging blockchain technology to transform commodities trading. The Memorandum of Understanding will explore reducing settlement friction, improving price transparency, and broadening market access across […]
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Circle’s Acquisition of Interop Labs Raises Concerns for Axelar Holders
Circle, the prominent issuer of USDC stablecoin, announced its arrangement to acquire Interop Labs, the developer of Axelar network, triggering controversy on social media regarding token and equity ownership implications that potentially impact tokenholders. Circle’s Acquisition of Interop Labs Raises Concerns About the Future of Axelar The Facts Circle, the issuer of USDC, is preparing […]
Read MoreLibra’s Launch Was Calculated: New Revelations Hint at Milei’s Involvement
A local media article alleges that Mauricio Novelli and Manuel Terrones Godoy, two crypto entrepreneurs, were present when Libra was launched, and that Milei was briefed on the launch’s status to prepare the post supporting it. New Report Claims President Milei Had Direct Involvement in Libra’s Launch The Facts Local media published a damning article […]
Read MoreXRP Falls to $1.85; Analyst Says Pullback Was ‘Needed’
The crypto market fell below $3 trillion after bitcoin dropped to $85,140, triggering broad altcoin losses, with XRP among the worst hit as it slid to $1.85 and erased nearly all gains since April. XRP’s Price Woes and Liquidation Spike The crypto economy saw its total market capitalization drop below $3 trillion late on Dec. […]
Read MoreNick Rose Expands Into Large-Scale Bitcoin Mining and AI; Projects Developing World Win in Data Center Race
As artificial intelligence investment surpasses half a trillion dollars, crypto miners are increasingly repurposing their infrastructure to operate AI data centers, especially in North America and Western Europe. Web3 veteran and investor Rick Rose argues that developing markets—often overlooked due to perceived regulatory risk—offer a major advantage. The Western Focus: Capital, Stability, and Power Constraints […]
Read MoreJPMorgan Debuts Tokenized Money Market Fund on Ethereum
JPMorgan Asset Management has launched its first tokenized money market fund on Ethereum, offering qualified investors on-chain access to U.S. dollar yields backed by Treasuries. The move signals growing institutional confidence in public blockchain infrastructure. Ethereum-Based Tokenized Treasury Fund Launched by JPMorgan JPMorgan Asset Management has entered the rapidly growing tokenized finance space with the […]
Read MoreSpain and Denmark Police Arrest Crypto Kidnapping Gang Linked to Málaga Murder
Spanish and Danish police arrested members of a criminal gang linked to the kidnapping and murder of a man in Málaga after attempting to steal his cryptocurrency. The Attack and Abduction The Spanish National Police, in a joint operation with Danish police authorities, recently arrested members of a criminal gang responsible for the kidnapping and […]
Read MoreBhutan and Cumberland DRW Sign MoU to Develop Digital Asset Infrastructure
Bhutan and Cumberland DRW have signed a memorandum of understanding to pursue a multi-year partnership focused on building digital asset and financial infrastructure within Gelephu Mindfulness City, according to an announcement released Monday. The agreement outlines cooperation on developing digital asset frameworks, infrastructure for digital asset activity and artificial intelligence computing, and potential yield-related initiatives […]
Read MoreVisa Targets Banks and Fintechs With Stablecoin Advisory Launch as Adoption Pressure Tightens
Visa is moving deeper into stablecoin-powered payments as adoption surges, launching a new advisory practice to help banks, fintechs, and enterprises design, assess, and deploy stablecoin strategies across global payment and treasury operations. Visa Positions Stablecoins at Core of Future Payments With Dedicated Advisory Practice Visa (NYSE: V), a global digital payments leader, has expanded […]
Read MoreIndia Raids Alleged Crypto MLM Empire as $275M Money Laundering Probe Expands Across States
India’s financial crime agency has intensified a sweeping crackdown on an alleged cryptocurrency Ponzi empire, targeting a sprawling fake crypto MLM network accused of draining billions of rupees from investors across multiple northern states. India’s Enforcement Directorate Targets Alleged Crypto Ponzi Network India’s federal money laundering watchdog launched coordinated searches tied to an alleged cryptocurrency […]
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