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WisdomTree Launches Tokenized RWA Funds on Arbitrum
WisdomTree has deployed its tokenized real-world asset funds natively on Arbitrum, marking a major step in bridging traditional finance with Ethereum’s Layer-2 ecosystem. The move signals growing institutional confidence in DeFi infrastructure and tokenized investments.
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ESMA Seeks Stronger Powers to Enforce EU Crypto Rules
ESMA is pushing for expanded authority to directly supervise and enforce EU crypto regulations across member states. The move promises stronger investor protection but could raise compliance costs for crypto firms operating in Europe.
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HSBC Launches RedCoin Stablecoin in Hong Kong
HSBC Hong Kong has launched RedCoin, a new stablecoin designed for everyday transactions. This move highlights growing institutional adoption of digital assets and signals a new era for bank-issued cryptocurrencies.
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Standard Chartered Predicts ENA Token to Hit $2 by 2028
Standard Chartered has initiated coverage on Ethena, predicting its native ENA token could reach $2 by 2028. Analyst Geoff Kendrick cited tokenization plans, perpetual contract expansion, and token buybacks as key bullish catalysts driving this ambitious forecast.
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Visa, Mastercard Back New OUSD Stablecoin with $1B
A new Stripe-backed stablecoin called OUSD launched with over $1 billion in liquidity, backed by Visa, Mastercard, Coinbase, and Shopify. The project features a unique revenue-sharing model that rewards participating businesses with most of the income generated by its reserves.
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Crypto Funds Attract $3.5B in a Week: 2026 Record
Crypto investment products attracted $3.55 billion in a single week, marking the strongest inflow of 2026, according to CoinShares. Bitcoin dominated the flows, followed by Ethereum, Solana, and XRP, as institutional appetite for digital assets continues to grow.
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OUSD Stablecoin Launches on Ethereum, Solana & Base
The OUSD stablecoin by Open Standard has officially launched on Ethereum, Solana, Base, and Morpho. Backed by Coinbase, Stripe, Mastercard, and Visa, it introduces yield-bearing features to the stablecoin market. The token is already tradable on Coinbase, Kraken, and Uniswap.
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UK Crypto Regulation: FCA Oversight Begins in 2026
The UK is bringing crypto under full FCA oversight for the first time. The regulator is now accepting applications ahead of new rules taking effect next year, signaling a major shift in how Britain treats digital assets.