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SEC Tokenisation and AI: 2027 Examination Watchlist
The SEC has named tokenisation and AI as priorities for its 2027 examinations, signalling closer scrutiny of blockchain-based financial products and automated systems. Companies should prepare stronger disclosures, governance, and technical controls.
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Hyperliquid HIP-3 Brings Regulated US Perpetual Futures
Hyperliquid’s HIP-3 framework is designed to support regulated US perpetual futures through Payward and Kraken’s operator. The upgrade could expand compliant crypto derivatives access while introducing new questions about custody and oversight.
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Bitcoin Poised for a Big Bull Run: Institutional Outlook
Blockstream executive Peter Bain says institutional clients see Bitcoin poised for a major bull run, with $81,000 viewed as a sign of strength. His comments also highlight Liquid Network’s recovery and growing ambitions in Swiss banking.
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Solana RWA Holders Reach 1.73 Million in One Week
Solana RWA holders reached 1.73 million after adding 140,000 users in one week. The milestone signals growing adoption of tokenized assets, though total value and market liquidity remain essential indicators.
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OCC Encourages Banks to Enter the Stablecoin Payments Market
The OCC is encouraging community banks to explore stablecoins as a way to offer faster and potentially cheaper payments. Here are the benefits, risks, and regulatory considerations banks must understand.
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Strive’s $511M Bitcoin Buy Targets Second Place
Strive’s $511 million bitcoin purchase places it within 1,000 BTC of Metaplanet, the second-largest corporate bitcoin treasury. The company is also preparing a $1 billion preferred stock offering to fund its expansion.
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Crypto Longs Lose $404M as Bitcoin Falls Below $80K
Crypto longs lost $404 million in four hours as Bitcoin briefly slipped below $80,000. Spot Bitcoin ETF outflows reached $773 million, reversing three days of inflows and signaling a sharp change in market sentiment.
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AAVE V4 Tokenized Stocks Surge $10M on Base
AAVE V4 tokenized stock deposits on Base have climbed by $10 million, highlighting growing adoption of blockchain-based equities. The milestone supports DeFi sentiment and fuels speculation about a potential Base token, though no launch has been confirmed.