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NEAR Protocol Partners with Ondo Finance for Tokenized US Stocks
NEAR Protocol has integrated Ondo Finance’s tokenized US stocks and ETFs into near.com, offering users private and efficient access to traditional Wall Street assets through decentralized infrastructure.
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White House vs Big Banks: CLARITY Act Stablecoin Standoff
The White House is blaming big banks for blocking the CLARITY Act, a key stablecoin regulation bill. The standoff highlights a deeper clash between traditional finance and the crypto industry, with major implications for the future of digital dollars.
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Ethereum ETFs Pull $270M as BlackRock Leads Rebound
US spot Ethereum ETFs recorded $270 million in net inflows on September 21, with BlackRock’s ETHA ($110M) and Fidelity’s FETH ($73M) leading the rebound. The strong single-day figure signals continued institutional appetite for ETH exposure.
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CFTC Prepares for 24/7 On-Chain Crypto Markets
CFTC Chair Mike Selig says the regulator is actively preparing for 24/7 on-chain crypto markets, even without the Clarity Act. The move signals a major shift in how U.S. regulators approach digital assets, DeFi, and continuous blockchain-based trading.
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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.