07/15/2025
OKX Joins Global Dollar Network, Bringing USDG Stablecoin to 60 Million Users
The network includes more than 30 partners, such as Kraken, Robinhood, Worldpay, Anchorage Digital, and Paxos.
Bitcoin, Blockchain & AI
07/15/2025
Mastercard: Stablecoins Not Yet Ready for Everyday Payment Use
While stablecoins offer features like fast transactions, low fees, and round-the-clock availability, Mastercard believes these are not enough to make them viable for everyday payments.
07/14/2025
Crypto Tax Havens Emerge as Countries Diverge on Policies
The regulatory environment in the UAE is clear and pro-crypto, making it an attractive destination for crypto enthusiasts.
07/14/2025
AI startup Murphy raises $15m
The round was led by Northzone, with participation from ElevenLabs, Lakestar, Seedcamp, and existing investors.
07/14/2025
Binance launches Sharia Earn, an Islamic banking-aligned token
The token is launching with Binance Coin, ethereum, and Solana, and has been Sharia-certified by Sharia advisory firm Amanie Advisors.
07/14/2025
Australia Advances Project Acacia to Test CBDCs and Tokenised Assets
Reserve Bank of Australia to pilot 24 use cases with major banks and fintechs in next phase of wholesale digital money trials
07/14/2025
OKX integrates with PayPal for cross-border crypto trades
The integration streamlines access to digital assets with no additional setup required after linking their OKX and PayPal accounts.
07/14/2025
MoonPay lets users buy crypto with Revolut Pay
This integration simplifies transactions for MoonPay users who have a Revolut account and use it for online transactions, bypassing challenges faced with debit and credit card transactions.
07/11/2025
Tokenization and fractionalization of financial assets: SIX and Pictet successfully complete pilot project
Funds have long been a proven investment vehicle.
07/11/2025
Luxembourg banking sector achieves record profits in 2024 amid AI and technology trends
The Luxembourg banking sector had an outstanding year in 2023, with pre-tax earnings soaring by 45% compared to 2022
07/11/2025
Australia trials tokenised money including CBDC and stablecoins in wholesale markets
The initiative, announced last year, is supported by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) and Australian Treasury.
07/11/2025
Institutional investors, wealth managers and hedge funds are increasingly focusing on crypto as they expect it to outperform
Nearly three out of four (73%) of the institutional investors and wealth managers questioned expect a rise in digital asset fund launches in general this year with just 2% predicting a decline.
07/11/2025
JPMorgan’s Dimon warns AI will disrupt jobs and companies
Dimon also identified several factors contributing to inflation, including tariffs, immigration policy, and deficits.
07/10/2025
Natech adds AI features to boost banking service and operations
Among the updates is an expanded suite of AI-driven assistants that provide real-time support and personalised recommendations to staff and customers alike.
07/10/2025
Clarity AI acquires Ecolytiq to expand climate engagement offering
Ecolytiq partner Visa has also become an investor and strategic partner of Clarity AI as part of the acquisition.
07/10/2025
Crypto Leaves the Wild West Behind as Regulations Take Over
From Singapore to Thailand, regulators are reshaping the future of crypto regulation.
07/10/2025
GenAI and copyright: three key cases
Allied to this is whether such uses can be shielded by defences or exemptions like fair use or permissible text and data mining or by deeming Outputs as “transformative”.
07/09/2025
Stablecoins bill brings stricter oversight, opportunity to Hong Kong
The digital tokens could support cross-border payments and smart escrow.
07/09/2025
Ripple Selects BNY to Custody Ripple USD Reserves
Demonstrates Shared Commitment to building Financial Infrastructure for the Future
07/08/2025
No New AI Rules Needed, Just Better Guidance, Says Innovate Finance
Adoption is highest in operations and IT, followed by retail banking and insurance.