The odds of U.S. government shutdown are at an all-time high as the markets hold their breath
The odds of a U.S. government shutdown have reached an all-time high on Polymarket, at 82% that lawmakers will fail to pass the necessary funding by the October deadline. As bipartisan talks stall and key meetings are canceled by President Trump, both parties appear unwilling to budge. The stalemate is turning up the risk of […]
Tether in Early Talks to Raise $20 Billion at $500 Billion Valuation with Interest from SoftBank and Ark Investment
Tether, the creator of the largest stablecoin USDT in the world, is said to be in initial discussions to raise $20 billion. The financing round may come with a valuation worth $500 billion, making the company one of the most valuable private companies in the world. Some prime technology investors, such as SoftBank and Ark […]
Corporate Clients Hold Up to 15% of Assets on Mercado Bitcoin, Exchange Exec Says
Corporate clients, mainly small and medium enterprises, account for between 10% and 15% of all assets under custody on Mercado Bitcoin, Brazil’s largest crypto exchange, according to Daniel Cunha, the firm’s head of corporate development. “These companies barely move more than 10% of their holdings at any given time,” Cunha told CoinDesk in an interview […]
Bittensor Breakdown: Will TAO Crash Toward $225?
Bittensor (TAO) is under noticeable selling pressure after losing a key technical formation. TAO declined further during the day, trading at $299.61 with a daily fall of 1.79%, with selling pressure remaining dominant over the token. Having a market capitalization of $2.98 billion and high trading volume, TAO is now facing major technical levels, which
Solana ETF Approvals Could Arrive by Mid-October, Says Analyst
Several Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposals, some including staking, could receive approval from US regulators by mid-October, according to ETF analyst Nate Geraci. Key Takeaways: Several major asset managers filed updated S-1s for spot Solana ETFs, with potential SEC approval expected by mid-October. The filings include staking features, signaling rising institutional demand and possible momentum […]
Bitcoin Tipped To Peak In 2026 – Here’s Why
Following a rather turbulent trading week, Bitcoin prices now sit below $110,000, representing a 12% decline from its all-time high at $124,457. Amid this situation, popular analyst Ted Pillows has shared an audacious market prediction that would douse fears of an impending cycle top. Institutional Demand To Extend Bitcoin Market Cycle To 2026 A typical […]
Circle Unveils Refund Protocol to Tackle Blockchain Disputes
Circle unveiled an escrow-based refund on Arc to handle disputes and fraud securely. This enables refunds and counter-payments on-chain without external intermediaries. Arc positions USDC as programmable money built for treasury and financial workflows. Circle has introduced a Refund Protocol on its Arc blockchain to merge instant settlement with institutional compliance. The initiative provides banks, […]
Kraken Raises $500 Million at a $15 Billion Valuation as It Prepares for 2026 Initial Public Offering
Kraken has secured $500 million in fresh capital, pushing its valuation to $15 billion. The funding round closed earlier in September. Fortune reported the development, citing a source familiar with the negotiations. The round did not include a lead investor. Kraken set the terms and attracted investment firms, venture capitalists, and Tribe Capital. Co-CEO Arjun […]
Bybit Lists Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin for Spot Trading with Pairs in Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, USDT, and MNT
Crypto exchange Bybit has listed Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin for spot trading. The listing includes RLUSD pairs with USDT, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and MNT. The move expands trading options for users across supported regions. These pairs are however subject to local regulatory guidelines. BREAKING NEWS🚨#Ripple’s $RLUSD is now officially listed and live for trading on Bybit! […]
Blackrock Cryptocurrency Investment Framework Applied to XRP Tundra’s Value Proposition
BlackRock has become a force in digital assets, building a regulated bridge for institutional capital. Its spot Bitcoin ETF in the US and tokenization fund BUIDL are examples of how it treats crypto like infrastructure, not speculation. The strategy is clear: establish transparency, stability, and predictable yield structures so large investors can commit. XRP Tundra’s
Kraken Eyes 2026 IPO After Securing Massive $15 Billion Valuation
Kraken, one of the longest-running crypto exchanges, has closed a funding round valuing the company at $15 billion, setting the stage for a highly anticipated public debut in 2026. According to recent report, the firm raised $500 million in its latest round, with investors including Tribe Capital and several asset managers. Unlike many crypto startups,
XRP Ledger Positioned as Foundation for Institutional DeFi, Says Ripple CTO David Schwartz
RippleX recently opened the first episode of its Onchain Economy series with Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, who is also known as one of the co-creators of the XRP Ledger. In his remarks, Schwartz stressed that financial technology is evolving at a rapid pace, and blockchain stands at the center of this transformation. He