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SEC and CFTC End Crypto Regulatory War: What It Means for Bitcoin
Bloomberg reports that the SEC and CFTC have ended their long-standing regulatory conflict over crypto, reaching mutual acceptance. This historic truce could boost investor confidence, bring market stability, and strengthen Bitcoin’s growth prospects in the United States.
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Ondo and Alpaca Enable In-Kind Minting for Tokenized Stocks
Ondo Finance and Alpaca have launched in-kind minting for tokenized stocks on Ethereum and BNB Chain, allowing institutions to move shares onchain without first converting them to cash. This marks a major efficiency upgrade for institutional crypto adoption.
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AI and Crypto: Why BlackRock Sees a Major Convergence
BlackRock believes AI and crypto are converging in a major way. The asset manager sees stablecoins, Ethereum, and automated payments driving a new era of blockchain adoption powered by intelligent agents.
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Hong Kong Crypto Regulation: Stablecoins & Tokenization
Hong Kong’s HKMA and SFC have unveiled a comprehensive crypto regulation framework covering stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and digital asset licensing. The city is positioning itself as a global leader in blockchain-based finance.
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Base DeFi Lending Surges 133% in 2025: What It Means
Base financing markets have grown 133% in 2025, fueled by Morpho’s efficient lending engine and deeper Coinbase integration. The surge signals growing mainstream adoption of DeFi lending and highlights how Layer 2 networks are reshaping crypto finance.
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NYSE Tokenizes Stocks With Blockchain.com: 24/7 Trading Coming?
The New York Stock Exchange has partnered with Blockchain.com to bring tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs to over 44 million crypto users, aiming for 24/7 trading. While the digital marketplace has not yet launched, the deal signals a major convergence of Wall Street and crypto.
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ECB Proposes New Liquidity Rules for Stablecoins
The European Central Bank wants to replace the 60% bank deposit rule for large stablecoins with new 1-day and 5-day liquidity requirements. The change could reshape how USDT and USDC operate in Europe.
