On February 4, Fidelity Digital Assets launched the stablecoin Fidelity Digital Dollar (FIDD). The asset is designed for both institutional and retail clients. We are excited to introduce Fidelity Digital Dollar (FIDD), a new stablecoin issued by Fidelity Digital Assets, NA and pegged 1:1 to the U.S. dollar. Learn more and get started with FIDD: […]
The company Ripple has incorporated support for the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid into its prime brokerage platform, Ripple Prime. Hyperliquid, meet Ripple Prime: https://t.co/RZWdbRfHoe We’re now enabling institutions to access onchain derivatives liquidity through @HyperliquidX in a streamlined and secure way. Customers can also efficiently cross-margin crypto with all asset classes supported by our prime… — […]
Major investors are opting to channel funds into core blockchain infrastructure rather than DeFi applications. This shift is attributed to issues with liquidity and the reliability of the system itself, according to a survey by CfC St. Moritz. The survey included 242 participants, comprising institutional players, founders and top executives of leading crypto projects, regulators, […]
The developer behind Uma Protocol and Across Protocol, known as Alex, has launched a service called RentAHuman. This platform enables AI agents to hire humans for real-world tasks. I launched https://t.co/tNYOm7V5wD last night and already 130+ people have signed up including an OF model (lmao) and the CEO of an AI startup. If your AI […]
The price of Solana could soar to $2000 by the end of 2030, despite a reduction in short-term targets. This view was expressed by Standard Chartered, as reported by The Block. Jeffrey Kendrick, head of digital asset research, adjusted the forecast for the end of 2026 from $310 to $250. According to him, the blockchain […]
Ethereum’s founder, Vitalik Buterin, has stated that the original concept of second-layer solutions (L2) has become outdated. He proposed a new model for the ecosystem’s development, shifting the focus from mere scaling to the unique functions of projects. There have recently been some discussions on the ongoing role of L2s in the Ethereum ecosystem, especially […]
Black Pearl, a subsidiary of bitcoin miner Cipher Mining, will conduct a private placement of $2bn in senior notes due 2031. The issuer will use the proceeds to complete a data centre focused on high-performance computing (HPC) services in Wink, Texas. The capital will also allow Cipher to reimburse about $232.5m previously advanced to the […]
The venture fund Y Combinator (YC), operating as a business incubator for startups, will enable project founders to receive funding in stablecoins, according to The Block. This option will be available not only for crypto-focused initiatives but for all YC-supported startups across various sectors, as clarified by the accelerator’s visiting partner, Nemil Dalal, to the […]
The German branch of ING bank has opened access for retail clients to exchange-traded notes (ETNs) focused on cryptocurrencies. These instruments allow investment in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana through a familiar banking interface. The products are issued by providers 21Shares, Bitwise, and VanEck. These are physically backed instruments traded on regulated exchanges via the Direct […]
The world’s largest family offices have turned their attention to artificial intelligence, leaving cryptocurrencies overlooked, according to a report by JPMorgan. The bank surveyed 333 management companies from 30 countries. Sixty-five percent of respondents view AI technologies as a priority investment area. Only 17% (56 offices) consider digital assets a key topic. Cryptocurrencies are virtually […]
